Hyundai's compact unibody pickup splits the difference between crossover and truck, car-like to drive, lifestyle-focused in execution. The four-foot bed is the defining tradeoff: enough for bikes, kayaks, and weekend gear, genuinely limiting for traditional truck work. It rides comfortably, offers SUV amenities, and works for buyers who want occasional hauling without full-size truck compromises. Anyone needing serious bed capacity should look elsewhere. Hyundai discontinued it after 2026, which may complicate long-term parts availability and resale value.
Nissan's full-size underdog runs a bulletproof 5.6L V8 that'll hit 200k miles while costing $10-15k less than an F-150. The hydraulic steering and column shifter feel refreshingly analog, the warranty is class-leading, and owners who ignore the badge report trouble-free ownership. The 2016-2018 models had a cylinder 7 scoring issue, warranty-covered and fixed by 2019, but the bigger problem is fuel economy that makes other half-tons look thrifty and an interior that feels a decade behind. The rare 5.0L Cummins diesel is a disaster; stick with gas. Buy this if you want a simple, capable workhorse and don't need to flex at the job site. Skip it if resale value or cutting-edge tech matters, or if you're shopping 2016-2018 without extended warranty coverage.