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Ford Maverick vs Honda Ridgeline

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

Vehicles

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2027 Ford Maverick

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2026 Honda Ridgeline

Overview

SpecFord MaverickXLHonda RidgelineSport
Selected trimXLSport
Body styleTruck (SuperCrew)Truck (Crew Cab)
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typehybridgas
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecFord MaverickXLHonda RidgelineSport
MSRP$28,145 (best)$40,795
Lowest listing price$26,999 (best)$43,742
Median listing price$37,402 (best)$43,742
Highest listing price$44,169 (best)$48,722
For sale now12 (best)5

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord MaverickXLHonda RidgelineSport
Combined MPG38 MPG (best)21 MPG
City MPG42 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)24 MPG
Fuel tank14 gal19.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecFord MaverickXLHonda RidgelineSport
Horsepower191 hp280 hp (best)
Torque155 lb-ft262 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.5 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecFord MaverickXLHonda RidgelineSport
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume—7.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs5,000 lbs (best)
Payload—1,583 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,685 lbs (best)4,420 lbs
Ground clearance8 in (best)7.6 in
Wheelbase121 in125.2 in (best)
Length200 in210.2 in (best)
Width73 in78.6 in (best)
Height69 in70.8 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecFord MaverickXLHonda RidgelineSport
NHTSA overall—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

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 MaverickHonda Ridgeline
1

XL

$28,145 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$40,795 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

XL

$28,145 MSRP

RTL

$43,595 MSRP

3

XLT

$30,745 MSRP

TrailSport

$45,995 MSRP

4

XLT

$30,745 MSRP

TrailSport+HPD Wheels

$47,195 MSRP

5

Lobo

$32,155 MSRP

Black Edition

$47,395 MSRP

6

Lobo

$37,155 MSRP

Black Edition Two-Tone

$47,895 MSRP

7

Lariat

$34,760 MSRP

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8

Lariat

$34,760 MSRP

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9

Tremor

$37,155 MSRP

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Live inventory

Ford Maverick vs Honda Ridgeline FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Ford Maverick or 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Ford Maverick vs 2026 Honda Ridgeline on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Ford Maverick or 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Ford Maverick starts lower at $28,145. Live Ford Maverick listings start at $26,999. Live Honda Ridgeline listings start at $43,742.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Ford Maverick or 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
The 2027 Ford Maverick leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (28,145).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Ford Maverick or 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
The 2027 Ford Maverick leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (38).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Ford Maverick or 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
The 2026 Honda Ridgeline leads on horsepower in this comparison (280).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Ford Maverick or 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
The 2026 Honda Ridgeline leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Ford Maverick vs 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Ridgeline (5/5 NHTSA overall).