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Truck shoppers around Lodi and Bergen County usually come in with a job in mind. Some need an affordable pickup for work and winter. Some want a diesel truck for heavier-duty use. Others need something that can handle job-site life during the week without turning into a giant payment. AW Auto currently has three 4WD truck options that deserve a side-by-side look: a 2012 Ram 1500 Big Horn, a 2017 Ford Super Duty F-350 SRW Lariat diesel, and a 2019 Nissan Titan XD diesel.

2012 Ram 1500 Big Horn 4WD: lower entry price, real pickup usefulness

The value play is the 2012 Ram 1500 4WD Quad Cab 140.5-inch Big Horn. It is listed at $10,997 with 151,416 miles, Bright White exterior, a 5.7L 8-cylinder engine, and stock number 89823N. This is the truck for the buyer who wants a real pickup under $11k and understands that mileage and condition matter. For local work, winter driving, dump runs, and weekend hauling, it gives you a lower-cost way into a 4WD V8 truck.

2017 Ford Super Duty F-350 SRW Lariat 4WD: diesel truck for serious buyers

The Ford is the biggest work-truck listing in this group. This 2017 Super Duty F-350 SRW Lariat 4WD Crew Cab 8-foot Box is listed at $30,679 with 209,792 miles. Inventory lists a 6.7-liter 8-cylinder engine, 4WD, white exterior, stock number 89837N, and 25 photos. Because the listing itself says SRW and Lariat 4WD Crew Cab 8-foot Box, those are the facts to use. What we should not do is throw out towing or payload numbers without verifying exact equipment.

For contractors, landscapers, trades, and buyers running along Route 46, this is the one to inspect if you know you need more truck than a half-ton. The miles are high, so the smart move is a real test drive, inspection, and a clear look at service history and current condition.

2019 Nissan Titan XD diesel: the middle lane

The 2019 Nissan Titan XD 4x4 Diesel Crew Cab SL sits between the Ram and the Ford in price and mileage. It is listed at $24,005 with 95,084 miles, Cayenne Red Metallic exterior, 4WD, stock number 89731N, and a diesel crew cab SL trim in the listing. For a buyer who wants diesel-truck character without stepping all the way into the Ford’s price and mileage, this is the comparison point.

How to shop these trucks honestly

Do not pick only by badge. Pick by job. If price matters most, start with the Ram 1500 and decide whether the mileage works for you. If your work clearly calls for a Super Duty listing, inspect the F-350 closely and verify it fits your needs. If you want a diesel 4WD truck with lower miles than the Ford and more presence than a basic half-ton, compare the Titan XD.

With used trucks, especially higher-mileage trucks, a test drive matters. Listen to the drivetrain, check the bed and cab condition, and ask questions before you decide. Call AW Auto or visit 23 US-46 West in Lodi to confirm availability before heading over.