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Best Pickup Trucks Under $50,000: Highest-rated models for 2022

When it comes to finding the right car for your needs, we know that price is a crucial factor in your shopping decisions, so we've filtered our data for the Best Pickup Trucks Under $50,000. We have painstakingly crunched the data to extrapolate which vehicles are superior in five key categories: Safety, Power, Efficiency, Cargo Space, and Warranty. We then calculate the average Overall rating to give you a sense of how it compares to its peers, and include the top examples of different power sources. These ratings are purely objective and not influenced by subjective opinions of reviewers in order to give you a very neutral and unbiased snapshot of how vehicles measure up to their competitors.

Depending on your preferences or needs, there are several contenders for the Best Pickup Trucks Under $50,000. It's all about identifying what matters most to you - be it fuel efficiency, performance, or the reassurance of a long warranty — and choosing a car that fits those criteria within your budget. Click through to our model pages to dive deeper into the qualities, features, and specifications that help these models earn the title of Best Pickup Trucks Under $50,000.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • The 2022 Ford F-150 earns the top spot in our Best Pickup Trucks Under $50,000 thanks to impressive Safety and Cargo Space ratings.
  • While 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited couldn’t match 2022 Ford F-150 for Safety and Power, it still ranks very high because of its solid Cargo Space scores.
  • We crunch the data to rate vehicles on a 5-point scale in 5 key categories: Safety, Power, Efficiency, Cargo Space, and Warranty. Overall ratings average those 5 categories to rank it compared to other vehicles in this category.
  • Price MSRP

    $49,740

     Score

    3.90/5

    Efficiency

    10.8 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 Ford F-150 is a 5-, 3-, or 6-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $39,115 to $97,885 plus $2,095 Freight & PDI. The F-150 is available in 39 trims with Gasoline power source from 290 up to 450 hp, and the Limited 4x4 SuperCrew 145 in trim is highest rated at 3.90 out of 5 stars. The Ford F-150 can tow up to 6,350 kg (13,999 lbs) and has a payload rating of 902 kg (1,989 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $40,248

     Score

    3.75/5

    Efficiency

    None

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited is a 5-, 3-, or 6-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $32,648 to $68,648 plus $1,950 Freight & PDI. The Silverado 1500 Limited is available in 36 trims with Gasoline power source from 310 up to 355 hp, and the High Country 4WD Crew Cab Standard Box trim is highest rated at 3.88 out of 5 stars. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited can tow up to 4,491 kg (9,901 lbs) and has a payload rating of 1,047 kg (2,308 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $49,749

     Score

    3.75/5

    Efficiency

    None

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty is a 5-, 3-, or 6-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $49,749 to $107,005 plus $2,095 Freight & PDI. The F-250 Super Duty is available in 34 trims with Gasoline or Diesel power sources from 385 up to 475 hp, and the XLT Regular Cab 142 in trim is highest rated at 3.75 out of 5 stars. The Ford F-250 Super Duty can tow up to 6,350 kg (13,999 lbs) and has a payload rating of 1,882 kg (4,149 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $42,248

     Score

    3.70/5

    Efficiency

    11.7 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 is a 5-, 3-, or 6-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $38,348 to $95,148 plus $2,095 Freight & PDI. The Sierra 1500 is available in 28 trims with Gasoline or Diesel power sources from 277 up to 420 hp, and the Elevation Crew Cab Short Box trim is highest rated at 3.70 out of 5 stars. The GMC Sierra 1500 can tow up to 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) and has a payload rating of 1,030 kg (2,271 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $44,990

     Score

    3.70/5

    Efficiency

    11.8 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 Toyota Tundra is a 5-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $44,990 to $73,350 plus $1,890 Freight & PDI. The Tundra is available in 11 trims with Gasoline power source from 348 up to 389 hp, and the 4x2 Double Cab SR Long Bed 3.5 trim is highest rated at 3.70 out of 5 stars. The Toyota Tundra can tow up to 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) and has a payload rating of 881 kg (1,942 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $47,448

     Score

    3.60/5

    Efficiency

    11.2 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited is a 5-, 3-, or 6-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $33,848 to $70,848 plus $1,950 Freight & PDI. The Sierra 1500 Limited is available in 24 trims with Gasoline or Diesel power sources from 277 up to 355 hp, and the AT4 4WD Crew Cab Standard Box trim is highest rated at 3.80 out of 5 stars. The GMC Sierra 1500 Limited can tow up to 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) and has a payload rating of 1,034 kg (2,280 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $45,140

     Score

    3.50/5

    Efficiency

    11.9 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 Ram Ram 1500 Classic is a 3-, or 6-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $39,240 to $58,535 plus $2,095 Freight & PDI. The Ram 1500 Classic is available in 24 trims with Gasoline power source from 305 up to 395 hp, and the SLT Crew Cab 4x2 6'4" Box trim is highest rated at 3.50 out of 5 stars. The Ram Ram 1500 Classic can tow up to 4,155 kg (9,160 lbs) and has a payload rating of 578 kg (1,274 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $40,848

     Score

    3.30/5

    Efficiency

    14.0 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a 5-, 3-, or 6-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $35,948 to $77,748 plus $1,950 Freight & PDI. The Silverado 1500 is available in 43 trims with Gasoline power source from 310 up to 420 hp, and the LT Crew Cab Short Box trim is highest rated at 3.70 out of 5 stars. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 can tow up to 4,445 kg (9,800 lbs) and has a payload rating of 1,088 kg (2,399 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $48,945

     Score

    3.20/5

    Efficiency

    10.8 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Hybrid

    The 2022 Ram 1500 is a 5-, or 6-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $48,945 to $104,595 plus $2,095 Freight & PDI. The 1500 is available in 25 trims with Hybrid or Gasoline power sources from 305 up to 702 hp, and the Limited Crew Cab 4x4 6'4" Box trim is highest rated at 3.70 out of 5 stars. The Ram 1500 can tow up to 3,515 kg (7,749 lbs) and has a payload rating of 866 kg (1,909 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $40,248

     Score

    3.20/5

    Efficiency

    12.2 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado is a 4-, or 5-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $29,248 to $49,348 plus $2,095 Freight & PDI. The Colorado is available in 18 trims with Gasoline power source from 200 up to 308 hp, and the Z71 Crew Cab Long Box 4x4 trim is highest rated at 3.20 out of 5 stars. The Chevrolet Colorado can tow up to 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) and has a payload rating of 649 kg (1,431 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $41,399

     Score

    3.13/5

    Efficiency

    10.5 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz is a 5-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $38,499 to $45,199 plus $1,825 Freight & PDI. The Santa Cruz is available in 8 trims with Gasoline power source producing 281 hp, and the Ultimate w/Colour pkg trim is highest rated at 3.13 out of 5 stars. The Hyundai Santa Cruz can tow up to 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) and has a payload rating of 740 kg (1,631 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $40,350

     Score

    3.10/5

    Efficiency

    11.8 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 Toyota Tacoma is a 4-, or 5-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $40,350 to $53,390 plus $1,890 Freight & PDI. The Tacoma is available in 9 trims with Gasoline power source producing 278 hp, and the 4x4 Double Cab V6 Nightshade 6AT trim is highest rated at 3.10 out of 5 stars. The Toyota Tacoma can tow up to 2,903 kg (6,400 lbs) and has a payload rating of 502 kg (1,107 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $45,535

     Score

    3.10/5

    Efficiency

    11.5 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 Honda Ridgeline is a 5-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $45,535 to $55,440 plus $1,950 Freight & PDI. The Ridgeline is available in 4 trims with Gasoline power source producing 280 hp, and the Black Edition trim is highest rated at 3.10 out of 5 stars. The Honda Ridgeline can tow up to 2,267 kg (4,998 lbs) and has a payload rating of 693 kg (1,528 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $40,498

     Score

    3.00/5

    Efficiency

    12.3 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 Nissan Frontier is a 4-, or 5-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $40,498 to $50,498 plus $1,995 Freight & PDI. The Frontier is available in 8 trims with Gasoline power source producing 310 hp, and the PRO-4X Luxury Crew Cab trim is highest rated at 3.00 out of 5 stars. The Frontier has a 7.00-inch colour touchscreen, Carplay/Android auto integration and 6-speaker audio, plus cloth seats and 16-inch Steel wheels.
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  • Price MSRP

    $41,948

     Score

    3.00/5

    Efficiency

    12.1 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 GMC Canyon is a 4-, or 5-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $29,648 to $50,748 plus $2,095 Freight & PDI. The Canyon is available in 13 trims with Gasoline power source from 200 up to 308 hp, and the Denali 4WD Crew Cab Long Box trim is highest rated at 3.00 out of 5 stars. The GMC Canyon can tow up to 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) and has a payload rating of 665 kg (1,466 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $40,340

     Score

    2.88/5

    Efficiency

    10.9 L/100 km

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 Ford Ranger is a 4-, or 5-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $34,420 to $44,890 plus $2,095 Freight & PDI. The Ranger is available in 4 trims with Gasoline power source producing 270 hp, and the Lariat 4x4 SuperCrew trim is highest rated at 2.88 out of 5 stars. The Ford Ranger can tow up to 3,401 kg (7,498 lbs) and has a payload rating of 748 kg (1,649 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $48,348

     Score

    TBD

    Efficiency

    None

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is a 5-, 3-, or 6-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $48,348 to $79,648 plus $2,095 Freight & PDI. The Silverado 2500HD is available in 38 trims with Gasoline power source producing 401 hp, but there is not yet sufficient data for a rating. The Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD can tow up to 8,396 kg (18,510 lbs) and has a payload rating of 1,767 kg (3,896 lbs).
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  • Price MSRP

    $49,748

     Score

    TBD

    Efficiency

    None

    Power Source

    Gasoline

    The 2022 GMC Sierra 2500HD is a 5-, 3-, or 6-seat Pickup ranging in Canadian pricing from $49,748 to $81,848 plus $2,095 Freight & PDI. The Sierra 2500HD is available in 32 trims with Gasoline power source producing 401 hp, but there is not yet sufficient data for a rating. The GMC Sierra 2500HD can tow up to 8,392 kg (18,501 lbs) and has a payload rating of 1,767 kg (3,895 lbs).
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