Safest trucks of 2026

Pickup trucks ranked by NHTSA overall crash-test rating.

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

What are the safest pickup trucks? The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV ranks #1, followed by the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2026 Ford F-150.

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Safest trucks FAQ

What are the safest pickup trucks?
OpenDealer ranks the following as the safest trucks for 2026: Chevrolet Silverado EV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ford F-150, GMC Sierra 1500, GMC Sierra EV.
How much do the safest trucks cost?
Starting MSRPs in this ranking range from $32,150 to $62,400, depending on trim and configuration.
What is the cheapest vehicle in the safest trucks list?
The 2026 Nissan Frontier has the lowest starting MSRP in this ranking at $32,150.
How does OpenDealer rank vehicles?
Ranked by NHTSA overall crash-test rating, 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 NHTSA overall crash-test rating, 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.