Ultimate Do-It-All Vehicles: Luxury Four-Door Pickups

It wasn’t that long ago that pickup trucks were tough, two-door utility vehicles. Now, however, they're available with four doors and limousine-like comfort

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If you can imagine a posh sedan that could go from the country club valet lot to an off-road campsite, you’ve got the basic idea of a luxury four-door pickup truck. Be advised, the manufacturer’s suggested retail prices shown don’t reflect optional equipment.

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King of the Road

Dodge Ram 3500

$44,520

Ram trucks are the choice of those who need to haul fifth-wheel trailers or transport heavy, bulky loads over rough terrain. They manage to do all this in complete comfort, with movie star looks. It has a towing capacity of up to 37,090 pounds when equipped with the optional 6.7 liter Cummins turbo diesel engine. The cockpit appointments rival high-end sedans, complete with a large touchscreen with 3D graphics and an air filtration system said to capture 95 percent of air particulates.

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Sized Right

Chevrolet Colorado

$27,230

Most people rarely need a full-sized pickup truck but often need seating for four persons, making this a “Goldilocks, just right” choice. The relatively compact size makes it a breeze to park in tight parking garages, and it can be quickly and easily mastered by those new to trucks. A notable feature for the 2023 model is the storage compartment integrated into the tailgate that can even be used as a cooler. Trim options include the off-road-ready ZR2 model.

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Fast F-150

Ford F-150 Raptor

$70,555

The F-150 has been the top-selling truck in the U.S. for more than 40 years, delighting owners who need a no-nonsense truck for work but want one that can also haul weekend toys such as boats or all-terrain vehicles. For F-150 fans who crave the adrenaline-spiking performance that only comes from a growling, 450-horsepower, twin-turbo V-6 engine, there is the Raptor. The off-road-tuned suspension is ideal for hauling lumber or the kids to soccer practice.

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A Global Fan Base

Toyota Tundra

$35,950

Pick a spot on the globe, and chances are quite good there will be numerous Toyota Tundras there—many far from new—hauling passengers and cargo with ease. Excellent engineering, a quality build, and a cabin that provides all the creature comforts of a well-equipped car make the four-door version worth considering by those who want a sedan during the week, and then need to tow boats or campers on the weekend.

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Quietly Capable

Rivian R1T

$67,500

Few electric vehicles (EVs) are as tough as a Rivian. In 2020, two of them served as support vehicles for the TV series “Long Way Up,” which documents a motorcycle trip from the tip of South America to Los Angeles. However, as seen in the documentary series, driving the truck requires significant preplanning. Using the air conditioner or hauling a load will decrease its 314-mile range, and, despite the hype, EVs do use fuel (electricity), which isn’t free, and charging even under ideal conditions can take a while. But for limited range use, it’s worth considering.