A few trucks promise toughness yet barely make it through everyday demands. Drivers talk about models that eat budgets, drain patience, and leave owners wishing they had checked closer before signing anything. These picks highlight common letdowns so shoppers can steer toward better choices. Keep reading and spot the warning signs before these 2025 models land in your driveway.
Ram 1500
Plenty of shoppers like its comfort, yet depreciation cuts about $25,000 in 5 years, leaving roughly 52% of the value. Maintenance passes $800 a year because the Hurricane inline-six brings recurring trouble. Fuel expenses exceed $10,900, which undercuts the appeal of that soft interior.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Electrical issues and V-8 lifter failures push 10-year repair costs to $10,950, setting the tone for its overall expense. When insurance is added, 5-year ownership typically rises beyond $34,000. Depreciation then takes another hit by dropping 41–45% and leaving resale values in the mid-50% range.
GMC Sierra 1500
Shoppers drawn to its upscale styling soon find it shares the Silverado’s mechanical problems while starting $4,000–$8,000 higher. Five-year ownership crosses $34,000, and heavy-duty versions land near 55% residual value. Additionally, transmission and brake issues appear more often than buyers expect from a premium-branded truck.
Nissan Titan
Interest fades quickly once buyers hear production ends in 2025, which drives resale toward 52% after 5 years. Its V-8 returns only 15–21 mpg, increasing fuel costs. Low sales volume keeps discounts rare, so many shoppers still pay near MSRP despite the uncertain future.
Chevrolet Colorado
Plenty of shoppers like its size, yet resale falls nearly 48% in 5 years. Turbo-four problems place repair costs above the segment average, and 18–23 mpg economy raises fuel spending. The non-hybrid models also sit far behind the Maverick and Santa Cruz hybrids in overall efficiency.
