Honda Ridgeline vs Toyota Tacoma
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Toyota Tacoma
Overview
| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport | Toyota TacomaSR |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Sport | SR |
| Body style | Truck (Crew Cab) | Truck (Xtracab) |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport | Toyota TacomaSR |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,595 | $32,145 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $17,900 | $7,049 (best) |
| Median listing price | $45,350 | $27,269 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $51,225 | $39,282 (best) |
| For sale now | 186 (best) | 21 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport | Toyota TacomaSR |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.5 gal (best) | 18.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport | Toyota TacomaSR |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 280 hp (best) | 228 hp |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft (best) | 243 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport | Toyota TacomaSR |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 7.3 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,583 lbs (best) | 1,460 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,420 lbs | 4,145 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.6 in | 10.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 125.2 in | 131.9 in (best) |
| Length | 210.2 in | 213 in (best) |
| Width | 78.6 in (best) | 76.9 in |
| Height | 70.8 in | 74 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport | Toyota TacomaSR |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Honda Ridgeline | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sport $40,595 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SR $32,145 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | RTL $43,395 MSRP | SR $33,805 MSRP |
| 3 | TrailSport $45,795 MSRP | SR $35,345 MSRP |
| 4 | TrailSport+HPD Wheels $46,995 MSRP | SR $37,005 MSRP |
| 5 | Black Edition $47,195 MSRP | SR $37,005 MSRP |
| 6 | Black Edition Two-Tone $47,695 MSRP | SR5 $36,235 MSRP |
| 7 | — | SR5 $37,305 MSRP |
| 8 | — | SR5 $37,805 MSRP |
| 9 | — | SR5 $39,435 MSRP |
| 10 | — | SR5 $40,505 MSRP |
| 11 | — | SR5 $41,005 MSRP |
| 12 | — | TRD PreRunner $38,735 MSRP |
| 13 | — | TRD Sport $40,015 MSRP |
| 14 | — | TRD Sport $40,515 MSRP |
| 15 | — | TRD Sport $42,415 MSRP |
| 16 | — | TRD Sport $43,215 MSRP |
| 17 | — | TRD Sport $43,715 MSRP |
| 18 | — | TRD Sport $46,935 MSRP |
| 19 | — | TRD Off-Road $42,415 MSRP |
| 20 | — | TRD Off-Road $43,515 MSRP |
| 21 | — | TRD Off-Road $44,015 MSRP |
| 22 | — | TRD Off-Road $47,235 MSRP |
| 23 | — | Limited $53,170 MSRP |
| 24 | — | Limited $56,495 MSRP |
| 25 | — | Trailhunter $63,350 MSRP |
| 26 | — | Trailhunter $63,850 MSRP |
| 27 | — | TRD Pro $64,350 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Honda Ridgeline vs Toyota Tacoma FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Honda Ridgeline or 2026 Toyota Tacoma?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda Ridgeline vs 2026 Toyota Tacoma on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Honda Ridgeline or 2026 Toyota Tacoma?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Toyota Tacoma starts lower at $32,145. Live Honda Ridgeline listings start at $17,900. Live Toyota Tacoma listings start at $7,049.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda Ridgeline or 2026 Toyota Tacoma?
- The 2026 Toyota Tacoma leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (32,145).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda Ridgeline or 2026 Toyota Tacoma?
- The 2026 Toyota Tacoma leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda Ridgeline or 2026 Toyota Tacoma?
- The 2026 Toyota Tacoma leads on horsepower in this comparison (326).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Honda Ridgeline or 2026 Toyota Tacoma?
- The 2026 Toyota Tacoma leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (6,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda Ridgeline vs 2026 Toyota Tacoma?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Ridgeline (5/5 NHTSA overall).