Introduction
The 2025 Ford Maverick is a compact pickup truck, and the 2025 Ford Ranger is a former compact relaunched in 2019 as a mid-size. Both are reliable, efficient, and capable of getting you where you need to be.
Today, we look at two pickup trucks, both built Ford tough with benefits and features. In this pickup truck weigh-in, we ask what separates these two to highlight how these trucks compare to each other. Read more to compare the latest Ford trucks and see how they rate next to each other.
Key Takeaways
- The 2025 Ford Maverick has a hybrid engine option, unlike the Ranger engines, which have more capacity and run only on gasoline.
- Both the Ford Maverick and Ranger pickup trucks feature advanced technology, power outlets, and wireless connectivity.
- The 2025 Ford Maverick gets better gas mileage as the compact pickup truck.
What’s the difference between the 2025 Ford Maverick and the 2025 Ford Ranger?
The first difference is the size when comparing the 2025 Ford Maverick and the 2025 Ford Ranger side-by-side. The Maverick is an in-demand compact pickup truck, and the Ford Ranger competes in popularity but answers the call of mid-size buyers. So, which one is for you?
The 2025 Ford Maverick has a 2.5L Hybrid AWD or FWD hybrid engine option, but the 2025 Ford Ranger engine options do not. New Ranger models have more engine capacity, so it depends on preference.
How do the available trims compare for the new Ford Maverick and Ranger lineups?
The 2025 Ford Maverick is available in five trims: XL, XLT, Lobo, Lariat, and Tremor. These trims include incredible Ford features including USB ports, a wireless charging pad, 110V power outlets, FordPass Connect with Wi-Fi hotspot access, remote keyless entry, cruise control, Ford Co-Pilot360 advanced driver assistance technology, remote start, SYNC 4 with the large 13.2-inch touchscreen with swipe capability, Bluetooth connectivity, upgradable audio with the B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen and signature Ford accents inside and out.
With the 2025 Ford Ranger lineup, you get one of four trims: XL, XLT, Lariat, and Raptor. The new Ranger lineup also features the same incredible Ford interfaces, signature designs, and advanced technology and software as the Maverick.
Which Ford pickup truck gets better gas mileage, the 2025 Ford Maverick and the 2025 Ford Ranger?
The 2025 Ford Maverick, interestingly ranked by J.D. Power among the top three Best Mid-size Pickup trucks, is a compact pickup truck with better gas mileage than the Ford Ranger, which has a bigger engine.
Based on the EPA ratings from the 2024 Maverick, the 2025 models are expected to get an estimated 26 MPG combined city/highway with a total driving range of 429 miles.
The Mighty Maverick and the Reliable Ranger
The 2025 Ford Maverick is a mighty compact with a lot to offer. The 2025 Ford Ranger is reliable, capable, and has a bigger engine. Whether you choose the compact, leader-of-charge Ford Maverick or the reliable Ford Ranger, you will get a well-designed, modern pickup truck.
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