Cheapest trucks of 2026

Pickup trucks ranked by lowest starting MSRP.

Data-driven ranking · Rankings computed August 26, 2026 · Listing counts refresh daily

What are the cheapest pickup trucks? The 2026 Ford Maverick ranks #1, followed by the 2026 Toyota Tacoma and the 2026 Nissan Frontier.

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Cheapest trucks FAQ

What are the cheapest pickup trucks?
OpenDealer ranks the following as the cheapest trucks for 2026: Ford Maverick, Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier, Chevrolet Colorado, Ford Ranger.
How much do the cheapest trucks cost?
Starting MSRPs in this ranking range from $28,145 to $45,975, depending on trim and configuration.
What is the cheapest vehicle in the cheapest trucks list?
The 2026 Ford Maverick has the lowest starting MSRP in this ranking at $28,145.
How does OpenDealer rank vehicles?
Ranked by starting MSRP (lowest first), with ties broken by the OpenDealer composite score (safety, efficiency, value, popularity, availability). All inputs are from public data sources; no paid placement.

How this ranking works

Ranked by starting MSRP (lowest first), with ties broken by the OpenDealer composite score (safety, efficiency, value, popularity, availability). All inputs are from public data sources; no paid placement.

Rank order and scores are computed from public data (NHTSA, EPA, manufacturer pricing, 2025 US sales figures) and inventory availability at snapshot time, then frozen for six months. OpenDealer listing counts and shop links refresh daily. Dealers cannot pay to influence placement. Rankings last computed August 26, 2026.

US sales data courtesy of GoodCarBadCar.net.