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Best Pickup Trucks for Philippine Expressways 2026

Pickup trucks are the workhorses of Philippine expressways — powerful diesel engines, high ground clearance, and massive payload capacity make them ideal for both commercial use and weekend adventures. From the Toyota Hilux to the Ford Ranger and Isuzu D-Max, we rank every pickup truck by Expressway Score. Our formula evaluates highway fuel efficiency, safety features, comfort at expressway speeds, toll class, bed/cargo space, and cruise control. If you haul cargo on NLEX or drive long distances via TPLEX, this ranking helps you choose the best pickup for the road.

Models Ranked

7

Top Score

66/100

Price From

₱891,000

Avg. Score

54/100

Top 5 Pickup Trucks — Quick Comparison

RankModelStarting PriceExpressway ScoreHighway FuelAirbags
1Isuzu D-Max

Pickup Truck · 2025

₱978,00066/10015 km/L7
2Toyota Hilux

Pickup Truck · 2025

₱891,00065/10014 km/L7
3Ford Ranger

Pickup Truck · 2025

₱1,379,00064/10013 km/L7
4Nissan Navara

Pickup Truck · 2025

₱1,240,00057/10014 km/L7
5Mitsubishi Strada

Pickup Truck · 2025

₱1,048,00051/10013 km/L6

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best pickup truck for expressway driving?
The best expressway pickup trucks combine strong diesel engines for overtaking, ADAS safety features, and a comfortable ride at highway speeds. Models with adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist significantly reduce fatigue on long expressway drives. Check our Expressway Score ranking above for the top-rated pickups.
Are pickup trucks Class 1 on Philippine toll roads?
Yes. Standard pickup trucks (4x2 and 4x4) are classified as Class 1 vehicles by the TRB. They pay the same toll rates as sedans and SUVs on all Philippine expressways. Only trucks exceeding specific axle and weight limits are classified as Class 2 or Class 3.
Which pickup truck has the best highway fuel efficiency?
Among Philippine pickups, diesel models typically achieve 12-16 km/L on expressways at a steady 80-100 km/h. Smaller displacement engines (2.0L diesel) tend to be more fuel-efficient than larger 3.0L variants. Highway fuel economy is weighted at 30% in our Expressway Score calculation.