Top Ten Cheap Trucks

MSRP: $16,060 - $16,060
Fuel Economy: 26 mpg Hwy/21 mpg City

The B2300, named for its engine displacement of 2.3 liters, is the smallest of Mazda's compact pickup truck line and is closely related to the Ford Ranger. The B2300 comes in a regular-cab with a 6-ft bed. It is rear-wheel drive and has a three person front bench seat. If you're searching for cheap trucks, this is a safe bet.

MSRP: $17,820 - $25,800
Fuel Economy: 22 City / 27 Hwy

The Ford Ranger has been America's best-selling compact pickup for 17 years running and is one of the best cheap trucks out there. As a work truck, the Ford Ranger offers serious truck capability at affordable prices. Available as a 4x2 Regular cab or 4x2 and 4x4 Supercab the Ranger is offered in four trims: XL, XLT, Sport and FX4 Off-Road.

MSRP: $17,520 - $28,850
Fuel Economy: 19 City / 23 Hwy

The 2010 Equator is Suzukis' new entry into the small, cheap trucks market. Tough, stylish, and comfortable the Equator is a perfect choice for drivers who want style and utility. The new Equator is available as an Extended Cab or Crew Cab in Base, Premium, Sport, and RMZ-4 trims.

MSRP: $16,985 - $28,915
Fuel Economy: 18 City / 25 Hwy

The Chevrolet Colorado offers a variety of cab styles, suspensions and powertrains that make it both versatile and practical. Available in two- or four-wheel drive, the Colorado offers three body styles: regular cab, extended cab and crew cab. It's a cheap truck in price only.

MSRP: $16,985 - $29,835
Fuel Economy: 18 City / 25 Hwy

The Canyon offers a variety of cab styles, suspensions and powertrains that make it both versatile and practical. Available in two- or four-wheel drive, the Canyon offers three body styles: regular cab, extended cab and crew cab. Two engines are available: a 185-hp 2.9-liter 4-cylinder and a 242-hp 3.7-liter inline 5-cylinder engine.

MSRP: $22,755 - $33,180
Fuel Economy: 15 City / 20 Hwy

The Dakota is a mid-size pickup that provides nearly full-size truck power and capability. It is the only truck in its class to offer a V8 engine. It's available with the choice of two engines (3.7-liter V6 or 4.7-liter V8), three transmissions, two body styles (extended cab or crew cab), two drive types (2WD or 4WD) and four trim levels.

MSRP: $21,135 - $29,425
Fuel Economy: 20 mpg Hwy/16 mpg City

The Raider is essentially a Dodge Dakota, but more appealing thanks to an impressive warranty. The Raider is offered in one Extended-Cab Model and two Double Cab models built on a 131.3-inch wheelbase. The difference between the two models is the length of the bed: 6 foot 4 inches on Extended Cab, versus 5 feet 3 inches on the Double Cabs.

MSRP: $20,610 - $42,650
Fuel Economy: 14 City / 20 Hwy

The Dodge Ram 1500 offers bold all-new styling with an aggressive grille-forward design, new interiors with premium materials and innovative features, and big power from a choice of engines, making it ideal for work and play. It's available in three cab styles (regular, Quad and Crew cabs), three wheelbases and either 4x2 or 4x4 drive types.

MSRP: $21,820 - $39,675
Fuel Economy: 15 City / 19 Hwy

The all new 2010 F-150 pickup truck delivers outstanding performance with its distinct trim levels, equipment packages and its broad range of cab styles and pickup box configurations. The F-150 trims consist of the rugged and reliable XL, the sporty STX, the versatile and equipped XLT, the durable FX4 and the luxurious Lariat.