Their best resale value list is out. Just sayin'.
Best Mid-Size Pickup Truck:
2016 Toyota Tacoma
Despite new trucks joining this segment, the tried-and-true Toyota Tacoma once again is tops in resale value in the midsize pickup truck category. Not only that, but this year the Tacoma is the overall Best Resale Value Award winner, projected to retain a higher percentage of its original MSRP than every other vehicle on the market.
The Tacoma has received several updates and changes for 2016, including a new engine that is both more powerful and gets better fuel economy, more convenience features in a completely redesigned interior, and even more off-road, towing and payload hauling capability. The bed is big enough to carry dirt bikes or a motorcycle or ATV, with a handy tie-down system that keeps everything in place. This added level of capability and refinement builds on what Tacoma owners already love about their trucks: toughness and reliability, a true go-anywhere design and the truck's ability to be pushed to the limits (and beyond).
One of the biggest advantages of the 2016 Tacoma is its near-full-size-truck capability in a smaller, easier-to-park package. You can park a Tacoma in a garage, for example. It's also quite versatile, riding comfortably on city streets and freeways, but with available features like a 2-speed transfer case, electronically locking rear differential, Multi-terrain Select and Crawl Control, the Toyota Tacoma is well equipped for adventure after the paved roads end.
There are plenty of options, too, between cabs, engines, transmissions, 2- or 4-wheel drive and bed lengths, with a starting price of just over $24,000. It's for these reasons the Toyota Tacoma continues to dominate midsize truck sales, as well as the 2016 Best Resale Value awards.
Best Full-Size Pickup Truck:
2016 Toyota Tundra
The Toyota Tundra has topped the Best Resale Value Awards in the category where owners ask the absolute most of their vehicles: the full-size pickup truck segment. Here, buyers want their trucks to be ready for work and play, expecting that the trucks will offer a comfortable ride, tow around 10,000 pounds, shuttle family around, get acceptable fuel economy and serve as vacation director by getting the boat or RV to a favorite destination. The Toyota Tundra does all of this and more, while boasting very impressive projected resale values.
The Tundra was recently updated with fresher styling, greater attention to detail in the cabin and new infotainment features. What's especially nice about the Tundra, though, is the breadth of cab and trim options. There are three cabs, including the ultra-roomy CrewMax, three bed lengths, 2- or 4-wheel drive and standard V8 power.
The 4.6-liter V8 has plenty of power, but for those who want more oomph, buyers can step up to the 381-horsepower, 5.7-liter V8. There are six trim levels that can satisfy those who are looking for a work truck (SR), a midgrade truck with some upscale features (SR5 or Limited), more off-road performance (TRD Pro) and buyers who are looking for topline luxury (the Platinum or the designer-cowboy 1794 Edition).
Pricing for the Tundra starts at just over $30,000, which is $3,000-$4,000 higher than the starting prices of its competition. However, at that price, the Tundra SR comes with the larger V8 engine, something that no other 1/2-ton truck maker can boast, plenty of useful standard equipment and the best resale value in the segment.
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Originally Posted by BarryBobPosthole
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