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Best Full-Size Trucks for 2026

15 pickup trucks earned NHTSA's published safety ratings for 2026. The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 appears first with a 5-star NHTSA safety rating, starting at $36,900. Ranked by NHTSA safety rating, highest first, then base price, cheapest first when results are tied.

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2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

5-star NHTSA safety rating

$36,900 starting MSRP, 15-21 MPG

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How this list is generated

Model year: 2026; Vehicle type: Pickup Truck; Size class: Full-Size. Data is refreshed periodically from published sources.

55-Star Rated
3IIHS Awards
7Brands
$37k–$80kPrice Range

Sources: NHTSA.gov, IIHS.org, fueleconomy.gov, RepairPal.com, AAA.

Vehicles Matching These Criteria

15 vehicles

Common Questions

How many 2026 trucks have 5-star safety ratings?

5 of 15 trucks earned NHTSA's top 5-star overall safety rating for 2026. Prices start at $36,900.

Which 2026 trucks have zero recalls?

6 of 15 vehicles shown on this page have no recalls on file with NHTSA. Recall counts can change at any time as manufacturers and NHTSA identify new issues.

Which brands have trucks on this list?

7 brands are represented: Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, Ram, Rivian, Tesla, Toyota. Rankings are based on EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, and RepairPal data, not editorial opinion.