2026 Ford Maverick

We’ve compiled the 10 most affordable pickup trucks, ranging from small to full-size, to help shoppers select the right vehicle for their needs and budget.

The North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year winners were announced at the 2026 Detroit Auto Show ahead of its public opening.

For the 2026 model year, the EcoBoost turbocharged four-cylinder engine is again available with FWD, but the pickup largely goes unchanged from 2025.

Ford is recalling more than 272,600 examples of its vehicles over an issue with the integrated park module, which may lead to vehicles rolling away.

Debuted at the SEMA Show, the 300T kit increases the Ford Maverick’s power output to 300 horsepower and 317 pounds-feet of torque and uses some parts from the Lobo parts bin.

Using our in-depth knowledge that comes from owning, driving and reviewing a variety of pickup trucks, we’ve put together this comprehensive guide to help you find the best pickup for you.

There are so many pickup trucks to choose from in the American marketplace, picking just one when it comes time to buy can be a seriously difficult choice. That’s why we have the Cars.com Top Picks for 2026 to help you choose a great truck to fit exactly what you want to do.