Top 10 best used pickups
April 16 2026,

- 2018-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- 2019-2023 Chevrolet Colorado
- 2018-2022 GMC Sierra 1500
- 2018-2023 GMC Canyon
- 2016-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD / 3500 HD
- 2018-2022 Ford F-150
- 2018-2022 RAM 1500
- 2016-2023 Toyota Tacoma
- 2019-2023 Nissan Frontier
- 2017-2022 Honda Ridgeline
- Top 10 best used pickups: towing capacities
Here is our top 10 of the best pre-owned trucks to help you choose your next pickup.
2018-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Newer Chevrolet Silverado 1500 models are recognized among the most reliable 4x4 pickups on the market today.
By 2022, the Silverado 1500 already offered a maximum towing capacity of 13,300 pounds. It is a truck that works almost as well as a new model. Here are the specs:
2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: specs
| Specifications | 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 |
|---|---|
| Maximum horsepower | 420 |
| Maximum torque | 460 lb-ft |
| Maximum towing capacity | 13,300 lb. |
2019-2023 Chevrolet Colorado

If you are looking for a midsize truck, Chevrolet also offers the Colorado, a more compact and versatile vehicle.
2019 Chevrolet Colorado: specs
| Specifications | 2019 Chevrolet Colorado |
|---|---|
| Maximum horsepower | 308 |
| Maximum torque | 369 lb-ft |
| Maximum towing capacity | 7,700 lb. |
For a vehicle that can take on tough jobs yet can be used mostly for your daily commutes, the Colorado is certainly among the contenders for the title of the most reliable pickup.
2018-2022 GMC Sierra 1500

Since this generation began in 2019, a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 is an excellent choice among used vehicles with modern performance and technology.
2019 GMC Sierra 1500: specs
| Specifications | 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 |
|---|---|
| Maximum horsepower | 420 |
| Maximum torque | 460 lb-ft |
| Maximum towing capacity | 12,200 lb. |
It also offers a version of the same 6.2 L V8 found in the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, which makes it the best pickup for those who want a slightly more upscale cabin while preserving the Silverado's strengths.
2018-2023 GMC Canyon

GMC's midsize truck, the pre-owned 2019 GMC Canyon, offers a powertrain very similar to the 2019 Colorado. Here are the details:
2019 GMC Canyon: specs
| Specifications | 2019 GMC Canyon |
|---|---|
| Maximum horsepower | 308 |
| Maximum torque | 369 lb-ft |
| Maximum towing capacity | 7,700 lb. |
Beyond these similar figures, the GMC is the premium version of the Colorado, which easily makes it one of the best small used pickups.
2016-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD / 3500 HD

If you are a professional looking for the best used pickup, it is hard to do better than a heavy-duty full-size truck such as a pre-owned Silverado 2500 or 3500.
2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD: specs
| Specifications | 2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD |
|---|---|
| Maximum horsepower | 445 |
| Maximum torque | 910 lb-ft |
| Maximum towing capacity | 18,510 lb. (2500) / 35,500 lb. (3500) |
These are robust vehicles that will provide you with working capabilities similar to what you will find in current-year models, at a much better price on the used market.
2018-2022 Ford F-150

Thanks to a strong 3.5 L EcoBoost V6, a used 2021 Ford F-150 is an excellent choice for a truck that knows how to get the job done.
2020 Ford F-150: specs
| Specifications | 2020 FORD F-150 |
|---|---|
| Maximum horsepower | 450 |
| Maximum torque | 510 lb-ft |
| Maximum towing capacity | 13,200 lb. |
2018-2022 RAM 1500

The RAM 1500 has long been a dependable and capable truck, as shown below with the 2019 RAM 1500 and its 5.7 L HEMI V8 with eTorque:
2019 RAM 1500: specs
| Specifications | 2019 RAM 1500 |
|---|---|
| Maximum horsepower | 395 |
| Maximum torque | 450 lb-ft |
| Maximum towing capacity | 12,750 lb. |
2016-2023 Toyota Tacoma

If you want a more reasonable midsize pickup, a 2016 Toyota Tacoma is an excellent daily vehicle that offers a 3.5 L V6 at a reasonable price.
2016 Toyota Tacoma: specs
| Specifications | 2016 Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|
| Maximum horsepower | 278 |
| Maximum torque | 265 lb-ft |
| Maximum towing capacity | 6,800 lb. |
2019-2023 Nissan Frontier

Another option among midsize vehicles, the Nissan Frontier is a pickup that offers excellent value for money while presenting a strong 3.8 L V6.
2022 Nissan Frontier: specs
| Specifications | 2022 Nissan Frontier |
|---|---|
| Maximum horsepower | 310 |
| Maximum torque | 281 lb-ft |
| Maximum towing capacity | 6,490 lb. |
2017-2022 Honda Ridgeline

Lastly, a truck that drives like a sedan, the Honda Ridgeline is a pickup designed for urban life. Despite that, the 3.5 L V6 delivers solid performance when you need a hand.
2017 Honda Ridgeline: specs
| Specifications | 2017 Honda Ridgeline |
|---|---|
| Maximum horsepower | 280 |
| Maximum torque | 262 lb-ft |
| Maximum towing capacity | 5,000 lb. |
If you want to learn more about our ranking of the best pickups, visit us today at Chibougamau Automobile, your Chevrolet dealer in Chibougamau, near Val-d'Or, Amos and Lac-Saint-Jean.
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Top 10 best used pickups: towing capacities
| Used pickup model | Maximum towing capacity |
|---|---|
| 2017 Honda Ridgeline | 5,000 lb. |
| 2022 Nissan Frontier | 6,490 lb. |
| 2016 Toyota Tacoma | 6,800 lb. |
| 2019 GMC Canyon | 7,700 lb. |
| 2019 Chevrolet Colorado | 7,700 lb. |
| 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 | 12,200 lb. |
| 2019 RAM 1500 | 12,750 lb. |
| 2020 FORD F-150 | 13,200 lb. |
| 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 13,300 lb. |
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD | 18,510 lb. (2500) / 35,500 lb. (3500) |
