Today, people use their trucks for everything from taking the kids to school to hauling concrete. Notably, 78% of full-size trucks sold in 2019 were in the versatile crew-cab configuration, according to Edmunds data. There are also more pickup models on sale than ever before.
This wide range of choice can add confusion for shoppers looking to purchase or lease a new truck. To help out, Edmunds has identified five common uses and provided suggestions for the right size truck to meet truck shoppers’ needs.
BEST TRUCK FOR THE DAILY COMMUTE: 2020 CHEVROLET COLORADO
If you’re carpooling with a crowd, a full-size pickup with plenty of legroom in the back seat might work best for you. But a midsize truck will be a better choice for navigating congested city streets and keeping your monthly payments and fuel bills low.
The 2020 Chevrolet Colorado is a popular choice for a midsize pickup. Edmunds editors praise the Colorado for its powerful V6 engine, smooth ride quality and easy-to-operate cabin controls, all of which make it a sensible daily driver. The Colorado, along with its twin, the GMC Canyon, is the only midsize pickup that offers a diesel engine as an option.