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Ford Maverick vs Ford Ranger

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Ford Maverick

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2026 Ford Ranger

Overview

SpecFord MaverickXLFord RangerXL
Selected trimXLXL
Body styleTruck (SuperCrew)Truck (SuperCrew)
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissionelectrically variable-speed automatic10-speed automatic
Engine typehybridgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecFord MaverickXLFord RangerXL
MSRP$28,145 (best)$33,350
Lowest listing price$21,995$14,681 (best)
Median listing price$33,925 (best)$36,942
Highest listing price$45,120 (best)$62,545
For sale now257 (best)140

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord MaverickXLFord RangerXL
Combined MPG38 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG42 MPG (best)21 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)25 MPG
Fuel tank13.8 gal18 gal (best)

Performance

SpecFord MaverickXLFord RangerXL
Horsepower191 hp270 hp (best)
Torque155 lb-ft310 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.5 L (best)2.3 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecFord MaverickXLFord RangerXL
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Towing capacity4,000 lbs7,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,500 lbs1,818 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,674 lbs (best)4,232 lbs
Ground clearance8.1 in9 in (best)
Wheelbase121.1 in129 in (best)
Length199.8 in211 in (best)
Width72.6 in79 in (best)
Height68.8 in74 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecFord MaverickXLFord RangerXL
NHTSA overallNot Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side poleNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)66

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimFord MaverickFord Ranger
1

XL

$28,145 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XL

$33,350 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

XLT

$30,645 MSRP

XL

$36,850 MSRP

3

Lobo

$35,930 MSRP

XLT

$35,875 MSRP

4

Lobo

$41,425 MSRP

XLT

$39,375 MSRP

5

Lariat

$38,090 MSRP

Lariat

$43,755 MSRP

6

Tremor

$40,645 MSRP

Lariat

$47,255 MSRP

7

Raptor

$57,070 MSRP

Live inventory

Ford Maverick vs Ford Ranger FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Ford Maverick or 2026 Ford Ranger?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Ford Maverick vs 2026 Ford Ranger on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Ford Maverick or 2026 Ford Ranger?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Ford Maverick starts lower at $28,145. Live Ford Maverick listings start at $21,995. Live Ford Ranger listings start at $14,681.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Ford Maverick or 2026 Ford Ranger?
The 2026 Ford Maverick leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (28,145).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Ford Maverick or 2026 Ford Ranger?
The 2026 Ford Maverick leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (38).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Ford Maverick or 2026 Ford Ranger?
The 2026 Ford Ranger leads on horsepower in this comparison (405).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Ford Maverick or 2026 Ford Ranger?
The 2026 Ford Ranger leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Ford Maverick vs 2026 Ford Ranger?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Maverick (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Ford Ranger (4/5 NHTSA overall).