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Ford Ranger vs Honda Ridgeline

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

Vehicles

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2026 Ford Ranger

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2026 Honda Ridgeline

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Overview

SpecFord RangerXLHonda RidgelineSport
Selected trimXLSport
Body styleTruck (SuperCrew)Truck (Crew Cab)
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission10-speed automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecFord RangerXLHonda RidgelineSport
MSRP$33,350 (best)$40,595
Lowest listing price$14,681 (best)$17,900
Median listing price$36,942 (best)$45,117
Highest listing price$62,545$51,225 (best)
For sale now140196 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord RangerXLHonda RidgelineSport
Combined MPG22 MPG (best)21 MPG
City MPG21 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG25 MPG (best)24 MPG
Fuel tank18 gal19.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecFord RangerXLHonda RidgelineSport
Horsepower270 hp280 hp (best)
Torque310 lb-ft (best)262 lb-ft
Engine size2.3 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecFord RangerXLHonda RidgelineSport
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume—7.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,500 lbs (best)5,000 lbs
Payload1,818 lbs (best)1,583 lbs
Curb weight4,232 lbs (best)4,420 lbs
Ground clearance9 in (best)7.6 in
Wheelbase129 in (best)125.2 in
Length211 in (best)210.2 in
Width79 in (best)78.6 in
Height74 in (best)70.8 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord RangerXLHonda RidgelineSport
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover3 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)6None reported (best)

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 RangerHonda Ridgeline
1

XL

$33,350 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$40,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

XL

$36,850 MSRP

RTL

$43,395 MSRP

3

XLT

$35,875 MSRP

TrailSport

$45,795 MSRP

4

XLT

$39,375 MSRP

TrailSport+HPD Wheels

$46,995 MSRP

5

Lariat

$43,755 MSRP

Black Edition

$47,195 MSRP

6

Lariat

$47,255 MSRP

Black Edition Two-Tone

$47,695 MSRP

7

Raptor

$57,070 MSRP

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Ford Ranger vs Honda Ridgeline FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Ford Ranger or 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Ford Ranger 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: 2026 Ford Ranger or 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Ford Ranger starts lower at $33,350. Live Ford Ranger listings start at $14,681. Live Honda Ridgeline listings start at $17,900.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Ford Ranger or 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
The 2026 Ford Ranger leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (33,350).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Ford Ranger or 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
The 2026 Ford Ranger leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Ford Ranger or 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
The 2026 Ford Ranger leads on horsepower in this comparison (405).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Ford Ranger or 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
The 2026 Ford Ranger leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Ford Ranger vs 2026 Honda Ridgeline?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Ranger (4/5 NHTSA overall); Honda Ridgeline (5/5 NHTSA overall).