Comparing Our Chevy Used Truck Inventory

The United States is a big country, and it would seem that translates to the need for pickup trucks to haul big things from one place to another. This is particularly true in rural areas, where pickup trucks rule the roost. Thus, so far in 2025, pickup trucks account for four of the six best-selling models in the US. The third and fourth spots are occupied by two compact crossovers. Trucks also account, at the time of this writing, for 30% of the vehicles in MacFarland Chevrolet’s used-car inventory. So, let’s take a look at the trucks you will find in there. 

The popularity of pickup trucks has allowed them to expand their range to various extremes. For example, consider the Honda Ridgeline. It is essentially a Honda Pilot SUV with an open bed behind the rear seats instead of a third-row seat and an enclosed cargo area. While it doesn’t have the brawn of most other pickups, it can handle most tasks of a residential owner quite well, while offering a smoother ride and unique features like the tailgate that both drops down conventionally or swings to the side, the latter providing easy access to the lockable “trunk” under the cargo bed. 

On the other side of the spectrum is the Jeep Gladiator. While selling about the same as the Ridgeline (about 13,300 models through September 2025) and also available only as a 4-door, it couldn’t be more different. Based on the Wrangler SUV, it trades any sense of ride comfort and interior refinement for off-road ability, large tires, almost no front overhang, and all of the off-road tricks the parent brand Jeep has honed over the years. And it definitely looks the part. 

While the Colorado and Silverado ZR2 models can give the Gladiator a run for its money in off-road hijinks, most other pickup truck models fall between the Jeep and Honda. 

Ford quickly points out that with 597,546 units sold heading into October, the Ford F-Series, including F-150 and heavy-duty models, is not only the best-selling pickup truck but also the best-selling vehicle overall in the US. The claim is accurate but complicated by the fact that, although the F-Series is the only full-size pickup line sold by Ford Motor Company, GM offers very similar pickup trucks under two different brands. The Silverado line, including the 1500 and HD models, had combined sales of 422,685 from January to September. When added to the GMC Sierra model sales of 251,845, the total easily surpasses Ford’s sales. None of these figures includes the electric models.  

GM and Ford closely monitor each other and are careful never to let the other dominate a particular niche market. Both brands offer regular, extended, and full-sized 4-door cabs, with bed sizes ranging from about 5.5 to 8 feet. Each provides the same base engine size at 2.7 liters with a turbocharger. Ford’s engine is a V6, while GM’s is an inline-4, but their power levels are very similar. This holds true across the gas V8 and turbodiesel options. Naturally, as a Chevrolet dealership, we at McFarland see many advantages of the Silverado over the F-Series. However, for the focus of this blog on used models, it’s worth noting that when it comes to full-size pickup trucks, GM and Ford keep a close eye on each other.  

A third player in the full-size truck market is Ram. Once part of Dodge, Ram is now a dedicated truck, van, and commercial vehicle brand, similar to GMC. In fact, Ram’s truck sales are just slightly higher than GMC’s. Formerly known for its “Hemi” engines, Ram has dropped those in favor of two newly developed turbocharged inline-6 “Hurricane” engines. However, a dip in sales has led to the return of the Hemi V8 for the 2026 model year. With an independent suspension, the Ram 1500 is considered to offer a ride comparable to only the Ridgeline on the highway.  

The Toyota Tundra is also a significant player. While its sales are far below those of Ford and GM, the model boasts the size, power, and diverse model offerings necessary to compete with the larger sellers. There are no V8s or diesels in the engine choices, but turbocharged hybrid V6 powertrains provide competitive power. 

Midsize trucks sell far fewer units than their full-size counterparts in this country, but rising fuel prices and the introduction of new models have sparked renewed interest in these smaller vehicles. With the Ridgeline and Gladiator at opposite ends of the spectrum, more mainstream options include the category’s bestseller, the Toyota Tacoma, which has sales comparable to those of the Sierra. While most midsize trucks offer only 4-door cabs, the Tacoma also features a 2-door extended cab model, which is part of its broad lineup that ranges from basic work trucks to full-fledged dune and rock crawlers, with sport and comfort models in between. The Tacoma is also unique in offering an available hybrid drivetrain, though, like the Tundra, the system is more about providing extra power than achieving better fuel efficiency.  

A descendant of the popular S-10 pickup line, the Colorado was introduced in 2004 and entered its third design generation in 2023. All models feature 4-door cabs with a 61.7-inch-long bed. They are all equipped with a 2.7-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine available in three different power levels, with the top engine delivering 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque. There are five trim levels, with the ZR2 Bison Edition arguably being the best off-road model in Chevrolet’s lineup. GMC’s Canyon is nearly identical to the Colorado in all but aesthetic details, though it is only offered with the two most powerful engine options.  

The Ford Ranger aims to deliver the F-150 experience in a midsize package. All models feature four-door cabs, and while the base engine is a 2.3-liter turbocharged inline-four, V6 upgrades are available. It comes in just four trims, with the V6-powered Raptor competing for the title of most capable off-road midsize truck.  

Finally, the Nissan Frontier distinguishes itself from the Toyota, GM, and Ford midsize truck models by offering a standard 3.8-liter V6 with 310 horsepower. Its most capable 4×4 model is equivalent to the second-tier off-road models offered by Toyota, GM, and Ford. 

While Chevy trucks dominate McFarland’s used truck inventory, you will find all the models mentioned above at one time or another. So visit McFarland Chevrolet when you’re in the market for a used truck, and we’re sure to find the one that best suits you.