Consumer Reports Only Picked Two Satisfying Pickup Trucks
Pickup trucks can be hard to get right in some instances, but Consumer Reports picked two that did just that. The 2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty and the 2022 Honda Ridgeline impressed the experts at CR and owners.
Consumer Reports found the 2022 Ford F-350 pickup truck satisfying
When it comes to the 2022 Ford F-350, most owners report loving the full-size truck. Consumer Reports usually rates these trucks, but a full-size truck focuses on a different set of needs than a regular truck. With that said, the Ford F-350 scored the highest out of the other truck. Similar trucks were right behind it with high scores for style, comfort, and driver experience.
Consumer Reports hasn’t thoroughly tested the 2022 Ford Super Duty, but the owners have. It scored five out of five on the predicted owner satisfaction score, but only two out of five for predicted reliability. The Ford truck offers a one-ton capacity and three engine types. Buyers can opt for a 7.3L gas engine, 6.2L gas V8, or a 6.7L V8 turbodiesel.
Those looking at a full-size truck like the 2022 Ford F-350 likely have different needs than most pickup truck buyers. With that said, Consumer Reports recommends this truck for those with heavy-duty needs.
The 2022 Honda Ridgeline is one of Consumer Reports’ best pickup trucks
For the 2022 Honda Ridgeline, being great comes easy. Consumer Reports thought the 2022 Ridgeline was the most satisfying midsized pickup truck. In fact, the Honda truck has the best owner satisfaction scores of any other similar truck.
Overall, Consumer Reports gave the Honda Ridgeline an 82 out of 100. That was the top score for midsize trucks on the market right now. Plus, it scored well in the comfort and driving experience categories. That makes sense because the Ridgeline is more like an SUV with pickup truck capabilities.
The Honda truck has a lockable and weathertight toolbox, a multi-function rear-gate, and gets pretty good fuel economy for a truck. Consumer Reports says the truck also has a comfortable ride, a well-finished cabin, and innovative features to satisfy owners.
Which pickup trucks did not satisfy owners?
The list of unsatisfying pickup trucks was definitely longer than the list of satisfying ones. The Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon did not satisfy owners as far as midsize trucks go. Both trucks lacked in comfort, reliability, and road tests.
For full-size pickup trucks, owners left a few choices in the dust. The Ram 1500 Classic, GMC Sierra 1500, and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 left owners wanting more. For the most part, the predicted reliability and predicted owner satisfaction scores were low. Coupled with lacking fuel economy and high prices, it makes sense some people would overlook these options.
When it comes to the most satisfying pickup trucks, Consumer Reports has all the options. While that list isn’t long, there are many things to consider before buying a full-size or midsize truck. The reliability and owner satisfaction scores are important, but so are the future owner’s needs. Not everyone will need a full-size Super Duty truck, but some might.
