SUVs may be considered to be the most popular type of vehicle, but pickup trucks have an allure that hardly anyone can ignore. While they are resilient for rough terrains, they are also versatile enough to be popular family vehicles. The existing truck models include a wide range of sizes, capabilities, and features.

A midsize truck, as the name suggests, is smaller than full-size pickups, but bigger than small trucks. Moreover, they have lower payload and towing limits. They can be easily maneuvered, especially in crowded urban centers and parking lots. Most importantly, they are substantially affordable when it comes to maintenance costs and buying price.

Here is a list of top trucks belonging to the midsize category:

1. Toyota Tacoma
It would be a crime to not include a Toyota in the top trucks. And the Toyota Tacoma can be considered the patron saint of midsize trucks. It has two variants in body styles called extended cab and crew cab. Both these body styles have a 6.1- or 5.5-foot sized bed respectively. While it is not the most spacious or the most efficient, the Toyota Tacoma enjoys the distinction of having low-mounted seats.

In terms of performance, the Tacoma’s base model sports a 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine generating 159 HP. Another option is the V6 3.5-liter engine generating 278 HP. Moreover, The TRD Pro version of suspension is an attractive and lucrative selling point for people who prefer off-roading. This version comes with options of off-road-tuned and heavy-duty suspension.

2. GMC Canyon
The mid-size GMC Canyon does not make changes to the winning blueprint of the full-size GMC Sierra pickup. Hence, if you are impressed with GMC’s bigger trucks but prefer something smaller, the Canyon is the top truck option. It has options of four- and six-cylinder engines along with a diesel four-cylinder. The full-boat Denali trim of the truck is the perfect option for those who want a great deal of mount in a mid-size truck.

3. Honda Ridgeline
The Ridgeline offers a lot more comfort than other cars in the same class. One of the many reasons for this is the spacious cabin that can seat four adults. The Honda Ridgeline has a dual-action tailgate that can be opened downwards as well as sideways. Moreover, it has an under-bed trunk with a built-in drain feature. You can either stow valuables in it or turn it into a beverage cooler. The starting price for the truck is around $30,000 US. Its engine produces 280 hp with a fuel economy of 21 to 22 miles per gallon. It can tow up to 5,000 lbs and carry a payload of 1,580 lbs.