Toyota Tacoma Price: $25,280 - $43,920

The Tacoma’s ruggedly handsome looks and available off-road gear almost redeem its tight interior and so-so fuel economy. A 2.7-liter four-cylinder making 180 lb-ft of torque is standard and pairs with a five-speed manual or a six-speed automatic; a 3.5-liter V-6 (265 lb-ft) is optional and mates to a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic. When properly equipped, the V-6 can tow 6800 lb. For serious adventurers, a TRD Pro trim adds a bevy of appearance upgrades and a heavy-duty suspension.

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Honda Ridgeline Price: $30,415 - $43,910

The Ridgeline’s roomy cabin, ample storage, smooth ride, and innovative touches make its rivals seem outdated—and helped it earn a 2017 10Best award. Its 3.5-liter V-6 makes 280 hp and 262 lb-ft with front-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic; the all-wheel-drive model has a towing capacity of 5000 lb. In our highway-fuel-economy test, the all-wheel-drive version got 28 mpg. An optional bed extender offers extra cargo space; available bed-mounted speakers enhance tailgating festivities.

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Ram Power Wagon Price: $53,015

Based on the three-quarter-ton Ram 2500 crew cab, the Power Wagon returns with more mud on its tires as Ram’s top off-roader. A 6.4-liter Hemi V-8 with 410 hp and 429 lb-ft helps it tow 10,030 lb. Peek under the Power Wagon’s 14.3 inches of clearance and you’ll find Bilstein shocks and a skid-plate belly. Potential overlanders will appreciate the standard 12,000-lb Warn winch, electronic-locking diffs, and electronic disconnecting front anti-roll bar.

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Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Price: $34,705 - $59,305

Whether at the work site or on the open road, the Silverado 2500HD has the brawn to tackle just about anything. The standard 6.0-liter V-8 makes 380 lb-ft of torque; the optional 6.6-liter turbo-diesel V-8 makes 910 lb-ft and boasts a towing capacity of up to 18,000 pounds. A six-speed automatic is standard. Choose among regular, double or crew cab body styles as well as 6.5- or 8.0-foot bed lengths and a choice of rear- or four-wheel drive for a bevy of available configurations to suit any job.

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Toyota Tundra Price: $31,315 - $51,325

Try as it might, the Tundra is not quite up to the challenge of the competition despite its bold styling and a handsomely finished interior. It’s available in a myriad of body styles, bed lengths, and rear- or four-wheel drive. Powertrains include either a standard 310-hp 4.6-liter V-8 or an optional 381-hp 5.7-liter V-8; both engines team up with a six-speed automatic transmission. Maximum towing rates at 10,500 pounds; maximum payload is 2060 pounds.

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