Toyota Tundra vs Ford F-150

By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-05 · Specs from the manufacturers and fueleconomy.gov · Prices paid from CarWhere verified deals

The short answer

The F-150 offers more choice: six engines up to the 720-hp Raptor R, a 430-hp hybrid, 13,500 lb max towing versus 12,000, and a lower starting price ($38,110 vs $42,890). The 2027 Tundra counters with up to 437 hp from its hybrid V6. In CarWhere's verified deals, Tundra buyers paid a median 7.5% off MSRP versus 6.5% for the F-150.

Key differences

  • The Ford F-150 starts $4,780 lower (base MSRP $42,890 vs $38,110, before destination).
  • The Toyota Tundra is 24.2 in longer (233.6 vs 209.4 in).
  • The Ford F-150 seats up to 6; the Toyota Tundra seats up to 5.
  • The Ford F-150 tows up to 13,500 lb, 1,500 lb more.
  • Most powerful version: 437 hp (Toyota Tundra) vs 720 hp (Ford F-150).

Tundra vs F-150 specs side by side

Toyota Tundra vs Ford F-150 specifications
Toyota TundraFord F-150
Model year compared20272027
Base MSRP range (excl. destination)$42,890–$82,925$38,110–$75,820
Destination chargeNot published$2,795
Powertrains (hp / torque)i-FORCE 3.4L twin-turbo V6 (SR): 358 hp / 406 lb-ft · i-FORCE 3.4L twin-turbo V6: 389 hp / 479 lb-ft · i-FORCE MAX 3.4L twin-turbo V6 hybrid: 437 hp / 583 lb-ft3.0L EcoBoost V6: 325 hp / 400 lb-ft · 5.0L PFDI V8: 400 hp / 410 lb-ft · 3.5L EcoBoost V6: 400 hp / 500 lb-ft · 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6: 430 hp / 570 lb-ft · 3.5L EcoBoost V6 High-Output (Raptor): 450 hp / 510 lb-ft · 5.2L Supercharged V8 (Raptor R): 720 hp / 640 lb-ft
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)i-FORCE V6 4x2: 18/23/20 mpg · i-FORCE V6 4x4: 17/22/19 mpg · i-FORCE MAX 4x4: 19/22/20 mpg · i-FORCE MAX 4x4 (TRD Pro): 18/20/19 mpgNot published
Seating53–6
Bed lengths5.5 ft, 6.5 ft, 8 ft5.5 ft, 6.5 ft, 8 ft
Max towing12,000 lb13,500 lb
AWD / 4WDAvailableAvailable
Length233.6 in209.4 in
Width80.2 in79.9 in
Height78 in75.4 in
WheelbaseNot published122.8 in
Ground clearance9.3 in8.3 in
  • Toyota Tundra: 2027 specs and base MSRPs as listed on toyota.com. Destination not stated as a dollar amount on the pages used, so null. Toyota.com does not list wheelbase for the 2027 Tundra, so null. Length 233.6, 245.6 or 252.5 in depending on cab/bed configuration (base shown); inside bed length 65.6, 77.6-77.7 or 96.5 in (bedLengthsFt converted from inches). Minimum ground clearance 8.5-9.4 in by grade (SR shown). Towing up to 12,000 lb (SR5 4x2); most configurations 10,290-11,400 lb, SR 8,300 lb. Trailhunter is an available package for 2027, not a separate grade. MPG figures are Toyota-published estimates.
  • Ford F-150: Ford.com currently sells the 2027 model year. The 2027 lineup has a 3.0L EcoBoost V6 and no 2.7L. Max towing is 13,500 lb (3.5L EcoBoost, SuperCrew 4x4 with the Max Tow/Haul package). The PowerBoost hybrid tows up to 12,400 lb (4x2) or 11,600 lb (4x4). Dimension fields use the XL Regular Cab 6.5-ft box 4x2. Length runs 209.4–243.9 in and cab height 75.0–80.7 in. Width is 79.9 in excluding mirrors. Ground clearance runs 8.2–13.1 in (Raptor, 37-in tires). Box volumes are 52.8 cu ft (5.5 ft), 62.3 (6.5 ft) and 77.4 (8 ft). Seating is 3 in the Regular Cab and 5 or 6 in the SuperCab and SuperCrew. The Raptor R is a preselect option on the Raptor and has no price listed, so msrpHigh is the Raptor's starting price. fueleconomy.gov has no 2027 F-150 ratings yet, so mpg is empty; the 2026 EPA figures (e.g. hybrid 4x4 22/24/23) cover a different engine lineup. The F-150 Lightning is not listed in the 2027 F-150 configurator and is not covered here. The destination charge comes from the 2027 tab of Ford's destination-charges page.

What buyers actually paid

Median discount off MSRP from CarWhere's verified, buyer-submitted deal sheets for new Tundra and F-150 purchases. Each model is matched exactly, so no other nameplate is mixed in. Use the median as a target discount when you negotiate.

Toyota Tundra

7.5% off MSRP (median)

Middle half of buyers: 5.9% to 9.3% off · 0% paid over MSRP

36 verified deals · model years 2025–2026

Ford F-150

6.5% off MSRP (median)

Middle half of buyers: 3.5% to 9.4% off · 3.5% paid over MSRP

57 verified deals · model years 2025–2026

Snapshot 2026-11-05. Approved, de-duplicated deals only; shown when each side has at least 5 deals. % off MSRP is before rebates. Methodology

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FAQ

Which is better, the Toyota Tundra or the Ford F-150?

The F-150 offers more choice: six engines up to the 720-hp Raptor R, a 430-hp hybrid, 13,500 lb max towing versus 12,000, and a lower starting price ($38,110 vs $42,890). The 2027 Tundra counters with up to 437 hp from its hybrid V6. In CarWhere's verified deals, Tundra buyers paid a median 7.5% off MSRP versus 6.5% for the F-150.

Is the Toyota Tundra cheaper than the Ford F-150?

The Ford F-150 has the lower starting price: the 2027 Toyota Tundra starts at $42,890 and tops out at $82,925, and the 2027 Ford F-150 starts at $38,110 and tops out at $75,820. Those are base MSRPs before destination, from the manufacturers.

Is the Toyota Tundra bigger than the Ford F-150?

The Toyota Tundra is 233.6 in long; the Ford F-150 is 209.4 in on a 122.8-in wheelbase. Seating: 5 vs 3–6.

Which tows more, the Toyota Tundra or the Ford F-150?

The Ford F-150: up to 13,500 lb vs 12,000 lb, properly equipped, per the manufacturers.

How much off MSRP are buyers getting on the Toyota Tundra and Ford F-150?

In CarWhere's verified deals, the median Toyota Tundra buyer paid 7.5% below MSRP (36 deals) and the median Ford F-150 buyer paid 6.5% below MSRP (57 deals). Use those as a target discount when you negotiate; results vary by trim, region and month.

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Sources

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