Edmunds: The midsize trucks you need to know about for 2024

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It’s a great time to be in the market for a midsize truck

Midsize trucks are a viable option for truck shoppers looking for something that’s smaller and less expensive than a full-size truck. But a lot is happening right now that potential truck buyers will want to know about. Popular models such as Chevrolet Colorado and Toyota Tacoma are fully redesigned, while others such as the Jeep Gladiator receive significant new features and capabilities. Edmunds experts report on which trucks are the most intriguing for 2024.

TOYOTA TACOMA

The best-selling Tacoma receives a complete overhaul for the 2024 model year. It flaunts a more muscular design and an improved interior fitted with a big optional center touchscreen. Under the hood is a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine that replaces both the previous Tacoma’s underpowered base engine and its optional V6.

The new engine comes in three different power outputs headlined by a new hybrid powertrain called i-Force Max. It produces an impressive 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque as well as the best fuel economy of the Tacoma’s lineup. As before, the new Tacoma is available with two or four doors and continues to emphasize off-road capability.

Estimated starting MSRP: around $30,000

FORD RANGER

The previous Ranger’s poor ride quality and dull interior put it among the least competitive midsize trucks. But Ford’s new redesigned 2024 Ranger looks to change that. It sports a bolder design and a modernized interior. The previous 270-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine is joined by an optional 315-horsepower turbocharged V6. There’s even a 405-horsepower V6 fitted to the new Ranger Raptor that mimics the bigger Ford F-150 Raptor off-road truck.

Ford has also fitted