Full-size trucks are large, have bigger engines compared to other models, and are ideal for people in construction work, furniture flipping, moving, delivery, and related industries. If you work such a job, you will often need an 8-Cylinder truck to tow and haul heavy loads.
Modern V8 pickup trucks have high power, fuel efficiency, and comfort levels since they fuse old brute force and modern technologies. Advances in cylinder-deactivation systems complement gasoline direct injection (GDI), variable valve timing (VVT), and turbocharging, providing sizable returns on investment (ROI) for drivers.
This guide explores the best 8-cylinder trucks on the market today. So, if you are shopping for one and don't know where to start, find out which trucks are the most popular and which might be right for you.
America's Favorite 8-Cylinder Trucks
In this section, we present nine of the most popular, top-rated, and best-selling trucks with eight cylinders in America right now.
Ford F-150
Although the company primarily allows customers to choose between V6 and V8 Ford engine models, Ford's F-150 V8 has been among the most popular cars, let alone trucks, in the market for many years. This model boasts a 5.4-liter V8 and 387 lb.-ft of torque.
The F-150 saves fuel by approximately 20%, can haul up to 12,700 pounds, and has 15 mpg city, 22 mpg highway, and 18 mpg combined. The truck also allows you to change the front row into a working table.
For those going for the 2021 Ford F-150, make sure you choose the 5.0-liter V8 since the company offers six different engine choices for this model. You will be able to travel over off-road terrains with the 4X4 all-wheel drive capabilities and you’ll also benefit from the advanced infotainment system.
2016 Chevrolet Silverado
The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado is quickly becoming a favorite among Americans, and it's easy to see why. The truck has a 6.2L V8 engine that provides 460 lb.-ft. of torque, which is actually higher than Ford's EcoBoost V6. With the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado, you can haul up to 12,000 lb. The high-level 8-speed automatic transmission and a high-ratio first gear are other essential features.
What's good is that Chevrolet has a 5.3-liter powerplant that allows buyers to access some of the top V8 trucks out there. For example, you can use this engine on Chevy's entry-level WT work trucks, which would typically save you $1500 that would have been used to upgrade an older model with a 6.2-liter V8 engine. This option provides 355 horsepower, 383 lb.-ft. of torque, and the ability to haul 11,000 lb. of load.
In terms of fuel economy, the ratings are 23 mpg on the highway, 16 mpg in the city, and 19 mpg combined.
2016 Ram 1500
Since Ram became a brand in 2010, there has been a laser focus on the company's part to engineer and manufacture some of the top heavy-duty trucks in the American market. The 2016 Ram 1500 is definitely an example of that.
Ram allows buyers to choose from three engine options: the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, the 3.0-Liter EcoDiesel V6 engine, and the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine. The third option comes with MDS / fuel saver technology, plus you also get to pick from two different transmission choices.
Once you buy a 2016 Ram 1500 with a V8 engine, you will benefit from 395 horsepower and 410 lb.-ft. of torque. The EPA ratings are 15 mpg, 22 mpg highway, and 17 mpg combined.
2016 Toyota Tundra
Toyota Tundras have been in the market now for about 15 years. The 2016 Toyota Tundra is monstrous, aggressive, and has a coarse growl that exemplifies every heavy-duty truck lover's dream. The truck comes with a 5.7L V8 engine, 381 horsepower at 5,600 rpm, and 401 lb.-ft of torque @ 3,600 rpm. The EPA ratings are 13 mpg city, 17 mpg highway, and 15 mpg combined.
Lastly, the 2016 Toyota Tundra can tow up to 10,500 pounds.
2009 Toyota Tundra TRD
The 2009 Toyota Tundra TRD is stocked with a 5.7L V8 engine that produces around 381 horsepower and 550 lb.-ft of torque. With the additional ability to go from 0 to 60mph in 4.7 seconds, and a 10,300 lbs. maximum towing capacity, we can see why this truck had some of the best specs in 2009.
The main upside is Toyota's excellent combination of a V8 and six-speed auto.
However, the 2009 Toyota Tundra TRD has very low EPA ratings, coming in at 13 mpg city, 17 mpg highway, and 15 mpg combined, just like the 2016 model.
2016 Nissan Titan
The 2016 Nissan Titan comes with 390 horsepower, 401 lb.-torque, and an 11,270 lb. towing limit. You can get one with a diesel V8 engine or a standard gas V8 engine. The 5L diesel engine is turbocharged, giving out 310 horsepower and 555 lb.-ft. of torque. It also offers a maximum tow limit of 12,314 lb.
The gasoline option has a 5.7L engine, 390 horsepower, and 401 lb.-ft. of torque, which offers a towing limit of 11,270 lb. The EPA ratings are 16 mpg city, 21 mpg highway, and 18 mpg combined.
2018 Nissan Titan
This super truck has a 5L, 390 horsepower V8 engine that also offers 394 lb.-ft. of torque. With a seven-speed automatic transmission, the 2018 Nissan Titan also allows rear and four-wheel drive options.
Other notable features are the ability to haul more than 12,000 pounds or upgrade to 555 lb.-ft. of torque. The EPA ratings are at 16 mpg city and 21 mpg highway for the rear and four-wheel drive models.
However, the pro-4X 2018 Nissan Titan models are less efficient at 15 mpg city and 21 mpg highway.
2016 GMC Sierra
The 2016 GMC Sierra can be compared to the Chevy Silverado discussed earlier. With this model, you get a 6.2L V8 engine with 420 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft. of torque.
It is worth mentioning the 5.3-liter powerplant V8 that provides 355 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft. of torque, which you can use to uplevel your 2016 GMC Sierra trims. With a 4-wheel-drive system, you can always use this truck to hit the offroad or haul up to 12,000 pounds.
Finally, the EPA ratings are 12 mpg city, 17 mpg highway, and 14 mpg combined.
2016 GMC Sierra Denali 4x4
The final vehicle in our list of America's favorite 8-cylinder trucks for 2022 is the 2016 GMC Sierra Denali 4x4. This option also has a 6.2L V8 engine, can go 0-60 mph in 5.8 seconds, and has an 8-speed automatic transmission system.
Furthermore, like the 2016 GMC Sierra, the engine has 420 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft. of torque.
In terms of fuel economy, the EPA ratings are 15 mpg city, 21 mpg highway, and 17 mpg combined.
Conclusion
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