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2026 Ford Maverick vs. 2026 Ford Ranger Comparison

See how the 2026 Ford Maverick and 2026 Ford Ranger performed in our rigorous, independent road tests. Our experts evaluate hundreds of vehicles annually at our 327-acre testing facility, putting each model through over 50 data-driven assessments—including braking, emergency handling, fuel economy, and cabin noise. Review our side-by-side comparison of tested specifications, real-world fuel efficiency, and crash-test safety ratings to see which is the best for reliability, performance, and more.

Comparing 2 Models

Maverick 2026

Small pickup trucks

2026 Ford Maverick

$28,145 - $41,425

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Ranger 2026

Midsized pickup trucks

2026 Ford Ranger

$33,550 - $57,270

All Test Results
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About
About
Freshened for 2025, the Maverick uses a standard 250-hp turbo four-cylinder engine mated to an eight-speed automatic with all-wheel drive. This powertrain can tow up to 4,000 pounds and gets 23 mpg overall, but its tendency to lug along at low revs s...
 
The redesigned Ranger has a modern-looking cabin with a large infotainment screen, but it's still a truck through and through. Most versions have a 270-hp, 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that delivers a healthy midrange punch and a fairl...
Highs
Highs
Green Checkmark Icon Competent ride and handling
Green Checkmark Icon Maneuverability
Green Checkmark Icon Visibility
Green Checkmark Icon Access
 
Green Checkmark Icon Stout payload capacity
Green Checkmark Icon Relatively roomy rear seat
Lows
Lows
Red 'X' Icon Cabin quality
 
Red 'X' Icon Stiff ride
Red 'X' Icon Clumsy handling
Red 'X' Icon Long stopping distances
Red 'X' Icon Some rough gear shifts
Road Test Score
Road Test Score
/ 100
 
/ 100
Reliability
Reliability
/ 100
 
/ 100
Owner Satisfaction
Owner Satisfaction
/ 100
 
/ 100

Overview

Body Styles
Body Styles

crew cab

 

crew cab

Trim Lines
Trim Lines

Tremor, Lariat, Lobo, XLT, Hybrid Lariat, XL

 

Lariat, XL, XLT, Raptor

Base Price Range
Base Price Range

$28,145 - $41,425

 

$33,550 - $57,270

Drive Wheels
Drive Wheels

AWD, FWD

 

4WD, RWD

Seating Capacity
Seating Capacity

2 Front, 3 Rear

 

2 Front, 3 Rear

Engines/Motors
Engines/Motors

2-liter 4 turbo (250 hp); 2.5-liter 4 hybrid (191 hp)

 

2.3-liter 4 turbo (270 hp); 2.7-liter V6 turbo (315 hp); 3-liter V6 turbo (455 hp)

Transmissions Available
Transmissions Available

8-speed Automatic, 7-speed Automatic, CVT

 

10-speed Automatic

Performance

Comfort & Convenience

Fuel Economy & Range

Vehicle Safety

Specification

Warranty

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PERFORMANCE TESTING

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