Fuel economy was once an afterthought for pickup shoppers, but the 2026 field now includes hybrids and efficient engines that change the math. The ratings gathered below come from several sources, so trims and powertrains vary from entry to entry. Here are ten pickups that reach strong combined mileage in at least one configuration.
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1. Ford Maverick Hybrid: The Mileage Leader
The Ford Maverick Hybrid with the 2.5-liter hybrid engine and front-wheel drive is rated at 42 mpg in the city, 35 on the highway and 38 combined, according to Ford’s Maverick page. No other pickup in this gallery reaches those combined numbers.
That puts the compact Maverick in a different efficiency class from the full-size trucks that follow it. Shoppers who want a pickup mainly for light hauling and daily driving can treat the 38 combined rating as the benchmark for the rest of the list.
2. Hyundai Santa Cruz: Wide Range by Powertrain
J.D. Power lists combined mpg for the Hyundai Santa Cruz anywhere from 18 up to 30, depending on powertrain, in its J.D. Power ranking. The spread reflects the different engines offered in the compact pickup.
A buyer chasing the high end of that range needs to confirm which engine a particular truck carries before relying on the top number. The low end is a useful reminder that efficiency in this class depends heavily on the configuration chosen at the dealership.
3. Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Full-Size at 25
Chevrolet’s 2026 Silverado 1500 reaches 25 mpg combined in its base trim with the efficient engine, according to a AOL’s truck mileage roundup. The result is notable for a full-size truck.
The qualifier is important, because higher trims and larger engines usually trade some of that economy for power. Fleet and work-truck buyers who rarely tow at the limit may find the base configuration the most sensible match for the rating. Anyone considering a more heavily optioned truck should expect to check the window sticker rather than assume the same result.
4. GMC Sierra 1500: Straight-Six Efficiency
The 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 with a straight-six engine and two-wheel drive is rated at 25 mpg combined in that AOL roundup. It matches the figure given for its Chevrolet sibling.
Matching numbers are unsurprising for trucks that share a great deal underneath. Buyers comparing the two can look past the economy rating and decide between them on trim, appearance and price, since the mileage claim does not separate them. Both trucks also share the same caveat that the number applies to one drivetrain and cab choice only.
5. Ford F-150 Hybrid: A Hybrid V6 Pickup
The Ford F-150 Hybrid, powered by a 3.5-liter V6 hybrid system, is rated at 24 mpg combined on an iSeeCars hybrid truck list. That is a respectable figure for a full-size pickup.
The hybrid system adds cost, so the mileage gain has to be weighed against the higher price of the truck. Owners who idle on job sites or drive mostly around town are the likeliest to see the benefit that the rating promises. For occasional highway drivers who tow rarely, the conventional engines may still prove the simpler purchase.
6. Chevrolet Colorado: Midsize Range Narrows
J.D. Power lists the Chevrolet Colorado at 17 to 24 mpg combined in its J.D. Power fuel-efficiency ranking. Only the upper end of that span clears the 22 mpg mark.
A buyer who wants the better number should confirm the engine and drive configuration, because the lower end of the range is well below the leaders. The spread is a reminder to read the fine print on any single-figure claim about a pickup. The Colorado’s best configuration is competitive, but its weakest is not.
7. Toyota Tacoma Hybrid: Hybrid Muscle
The Toyota Tacoma Hybrid with the 2.4-liter hybrid powertrain is rated at 23 mpg combined, according to the iSeeCars hybrid list. The rating applies to the hybrid powertrain.
That hybrid setup pairs a turbocharged engine with electric assistance, which is aimed at buyers who want power along with improved economy. Anyone weighing it against the standard engine should compare both the mileage and the price difference. The hybrid’s mileage rating is a single data point, and real-world results will vary with load and driving style.
8. Ford Ranger: Steady at 23
The 2026 Ford Ranger is rated at 23 mpg combined in the AOL mileage roundup. That sits in the middle of the field for midsize and compact trucks on this list.
The source offers a single number without detailing the engine or drive setup, which leaves some uncertainty about what it covers. A shopper interested in the Ranger should check the window sticker on any specific truck, since a particular configuration can differ from the headline rating. Comparing that sticker against the other midsize entries here is the simplest way to judge value.
9. Toyota Tundra Hybrid: Big Hybrid, Modest Number
The Toyota Tundra Hybrid, built around a 3.4-liter V6 hybrid system, is rated at 22 mpg combined on the iSeeCars hybrid truck page. That is the lowest combined rating among the hybrids here.
A full-size truck that earns 22 mpg combined is doing well for its weight and towing mission. Owners who need capability above all will likely accept the lower number, while mileage-focused buyers should look higher up the list. The hybrid system’s value here lies in easing a heavy truck’s fuel use, not in setting a class record.
10. Ram 1500: Highway Strength
The Ram 1500 with its 3.6-liter V6 is rated at 22 mpg combined, with 35 mpg on the highway, according to the AOL roundup entry. The highway figure is the headline for this truck.
A strong highway number suits owners who log long commuting miles instead of stop-and-go trips. The combined rating ties for the lowest on the list, so buyers should weigh the whole picture instead of the highway figure alone. Drivers who spend most of their time in town will see results closer to the combined number than the highway one.
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