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Off-Road Comparison Test: Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road vs. Ford Ranger FX4 vs. Chevrolet Colorado Z71

2024-06-21 Autos & Vehicles
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We’ve already compared the Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road, Ford Ranger FX4, and Chevy Colorado Z71 on the road, so it’s now time to put all three to the test on the dirt. Now, while they’re still plenty capable, these aren’t the dedicated off-road trims — stay tuned for a TRD Pro vs. Raptor vs. ZR2 test — but rather the more approachable and wallet-friendly midgrade models. So, which one will take home the off-road trophy? Find out with Edmunds’ Emme Hall in this midsize truck off-road comparison test! 00:00 Intro 00:34 Ziggurat of Integrity 02:35 Hill Climb 07:03 The Pipes 10:32 Sand Wash Circuit 13:45 Edmunds' Take Subscribe to Edmunds https://www.youtube.com/user/edmundsvideo?sub_confirmation=1 for the latest car news, car reviews, car comparisons, car shopping and advice. Visit us! https://www.edmunds.com

Top Comments (10)

@teddonley9594 2024-06-21

The width of the rangers' bed instantly makes it more useful as a truck. When the 6cyl becomes available, that should further extend its superiority over the other options. As far as trucks that do truck things, I'll pick the Ranger.

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@ms1406 2024-06-22

Definitely would get the ford!!

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@markspence3750 2024-06-24

Almost no one makes a video about base models. Thank you!!

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@andreasm2882 2024-06-22

Good thing you didn't have to turn that locker on in the Tacoma because everybody knows that the lockers in a tacoma are a pain in the ass 😅. And yes I own a Tacoma.

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@LightWeNeed 2024-06-23

I pick the ranger for its overall value

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@dutchstorm7824 2024-06-21

Emme, You're the best for off road reviews and information. Have you done off road training videos for Edmunds or elsewhere?

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@stefanfalldorf6573 2024-06-21

Nice test. Positiv surprised Emme chose the Colorado. So would I out of those. Negative surprised you didn't add the Frontier to that bunch. That would have been my no. 1 choice.

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@edmundscars 2024-06-21

Are these trucks off-road-y enough for you, or would you spend extra bucks for a ZR2, Raptor or TRD Pro? Let us know in the comments!

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@typhoonKaiz07 2025-01-23

Great video! I’m actually shopping around for a new truck and looked at all 3 of those trucks. Having a hard time deciding. I currently own a 2009 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road.

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@mattvangampler7508 2026-07-08

The fact that you didn't use terrain select or crawl mode on the Taco on that hill is awesome. Those are 2 more features that will help you push through if needed

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