Ranking the Fastest Pickups On the Market

Pickup trucks aren't just rugged workhorses anymore. Some of today's fastest models pack enough power to give sports cars a serious run for their money. From American-built beasts to high-performance imports, these trucks prove that hauling heavy loads and hitting incredible speeds don't have to be mutually exclusive.

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#25 - Toyota Hilux GR Sport

Powered by a 2.8L turbo-diesel making 201 hp and 369 lb-ft, the Hilux GR Sport pairs a 6-speed automatic with 4WD and sport-tuned suspension. Though built for rugged terrain, it reaches a respectable 0–60 mph in about 10 seconds, making it one of the quicker diesels in its class.

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#24 - Nissan Frontier PRO-4X

With a 3.8L V6 producing 310 hp and 281 lb-ft, the Frontier PRO-4X hits 60 mph in around 7.5 seconds. It pairs a 9-speed automatic with 4WD, giving it both respectable acceleration and off-road credibility.

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#23 - Ford Maverick 2.0L EcoBoost

The Maverick’s 2.0L EcoBoost turbo-four pumps out 250 hp and 277 lb-ft through an 8-speed automatic. Its lightweight design helps it sprint to 60 mph in about 6.4 seconds, making it surprisingly quick for a compact pickup.

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#22 - Chevrolet Colorado ZR2

A 3.6L V6 with 308 hp and 275 lb-ft teams with an 8-speed auto and 4WD. The ZR2 reaches 60 mph in about 6.1 seconds while still wearing off-road armor and aggressive tires.

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#21 - Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro (Gas)

The Tacoma TRD Pro’s 3.5L V6 delivers 278 hp and 265 lb-ft. Its 6-speed automatic and off-road gearing don’t stop it from hitting 60 mph in around 6.0 seconds, impressive for a trail-focused midsize truck.

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#20 - GMC Canyon AT4X

With a 2.7L Turbo High Output four-cylinder producing 310 hp and 430 lb-ft, the AT4X launches to 60 mph in about 5.9 seconds. Its strong low-end torque delivers both quick acceleration and towing confidence.

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#19 - Ram 1500 Rebel

The Rebel’s 5.7L HEMI V8 packs 395 hp and 410 lb-ft, matched to an 8-speed automatic and 4WD. This full-size off-road truck hits 60 mph in 5.7 seconds while sounding every bit like a muscle car.

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#18 - Ford Ranger Raptor

Don't let its rugged looks fool you. The Ford Ranger Raptor has some serious speed hiding under the hood. Its twin-turbocharged 3.0L V6 cranks out 405 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque, working with a 10-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel drive to hit 60 mph in around 5.6 seconds. Throw in its long-travel suspension, and you've got a truck that's just as comfortable tearing up dirt trails as it is flying down the highway.

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#17 - Toyota Tundra i-FORCE MAX

The hybrid twin-turbo 3.4L V6 produces 437 hp and 583 lb-ft. With a 10-speed auto and 4WD, it launches to 60 mph in just 5.5 seconds—quick for a truck that can tow over 11,000 lbs.

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#16 - Chevrolet Silverado ZR2

Armed with a 6.2L V8 making 420 hp and 460 lb-ft, the ZR2’s 10-speed auto and 4WD help it sprint to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds. It blends speed with serious off-road durability.

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#15 - GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X

Sharing the Silverado’s 6.2L V8, the AT4X makes the same 420 hp and 460 lb-ft. It matches the Silverado ZR2’s 5.4-second 0–60 time while adding premium cabin comfort.

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#14 - Jeep Gladiator Mojave 6.4L Swap

With a swapped-in 6.4L HEMI V8 producing 470 hp and 470 lb-ft, the Gladiator Mojave rockets to 60 mph in about 5.3 seconds. It’s a desert-runner with muscle car heart.

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#13 - Ram 2500 Power Wagon (6.4L)

The Power Wagon’s 6.4L HEMI V8 delivers 410 hp and 429 lb-ft. Despite its size, it reaches 60 mph in 5.2 seconds—impressive for a heavy-duty off-roader with a factory winch.

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#12 - Ford F-250 Tremor (7.3L Gas)

A massive 7.3L “Godzilla” V8 puts out 430 hp and 485 lb-ft. Even in heavy-duty form, it hustles to 60 mph in about 5.1 seconds, thanks to strong gearing and big torque.

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#11 - GMC Hummer EV Pickup

Who says a 9,000-pound truck can't move like a supercar? With three electric motors pumping out a jaw-dropping 1,000 hp and a claimed 11,500 lb-ft of wheel torque, this electric monster is anything but sluggish. It can rocket from 0 to 60 mph in around 3.5 seconds, delivering the kind of blistering acceleration you'd expect from an exotic sports car, not a massive pickup truck.

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#10 - Rivian R1T

Quad electric motors combine for 835 hp and 908 lb-ft. The R1T silently rockets to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds, making it one of the fastest electric trucks ever built.

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#9 - Ford F-150 Lightning Extended Range

Dual electric motors produce 580 hp and 775 lb-ft. The Lightning zips from 0–60 mph in about 3.8 seconds, delivering instant torque in a full-size electric pickup package.

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#8 - GMC Syclone (1991)

This turbocharged 4.3L V6 made 280 hp and 350 lb-ft, paired with a 4-speed automatic and AWD. It shocked the ’90s world by running 0–60 mph in about 4.3 seconds, beating sports cars of its time.

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#7 - Ram 1500 TRX

The supercharged 6.2L Hellcat V8 churns out 702 hp and 650 lb-ft. This desert monster blasts to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds while riding on long-travel suspension built for Baja speeds.

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#6 - Ford F-150 Raptor R

Ford drops a supercharged 5.2L Predator V8 into the Raptor, good for 700 hp and 640 lb-ft. It matches the TRX with a 0–60 mph run of about 3.6 seconds, making it a dune jumper with muscle car speed.

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#5 - Shelby F-150 Super Snake

A supercharged 5.0L V8 pushes 775 hp to the pavement through a lowered, street-tuned chassis. The Super Snake reaches 60 mph in just 3.45 seconds, making it one of the quickest production pickups ever.

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#4 - Hennessey VelociRaptor 600

As if the Ford Raptor wasn't powerful enough already, this upgraded beast takes things to a whole new level. Its tuned 3.5L twin-turbo V6 unleashes a whopping 600 hp and 622 lb-ft of torque, launching the truck from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.9 seconds. The best part? It still has the rugged off-road capabilities that made the original Raptor such a monster in the first place.

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#3 - Hennessey Mammoth 1000 TRX

The Mammoth 1000 TRX upgrades the Ram TRX to 1,012 hp and 969 lb-ft, cutting 0–60 mph to about 3.2 seconds. It’s a heavy, lifted truck that accelerates like a supercar.

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#2 - Tesla Cybertruck Tri-Motor (Claimed)

Tesla claims the tri-motor Cybertruck will produce over 800 hp and sprint to 60 mph in about 2.9 seconds. Its stainless steel body hides sports car acceleration in a futuristic pickup shell.

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#1 - Dodge Ram SRT-10

With an 8.3L Viper V10 cranking out 500 hp and 525 lb-ft, the Ram SRT-10 hits 60 mph in just 4.9 seconds and tops out near 154 mph. It remains the fastest production pickup by top speed, earning a spot at the top of this list.

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