Ford Maverick vs. Ranger
2025 Ford Maverick® vs. Ranger® | Size, Specs, & Price
Capable, smart, and tough, the 2025 Ford Maverick® and 2025 Ford Ranger® stand strong on the legacy of Ford trucks. While the Maverick compact pickup and Ranger mid-size truck each offer strong off-road performance options, premium tech, and practical design, there are several key differences that set them apart. Learn more about what makes each one unique, and decide which Ford truck for sale at Imlay City Ford is right for you by reading this research guide created by our team. Learn more about your favorite model with our Maverick review or Ranger review.
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2025 Ford Maverick vs. Ranger Engine Specs & Towing Capacity
Rugged towing capability and enhanced fuel efficiency will go a long way toward helping you decide between the 2025 Ford Maverick and 2025 Ford Ranger. The Maverick is offered with two engine options — a 2.5L hybrid that gets 40 city MPG, or an available 2.0L EcoBoost® engine with 238 horsepower. The Ranger escalates performance with three engine options, including the standard 2.3L EcoBoost engine, available 2.7L EcoBoost, or the Ranger Raptor®-exclusive twin-turbo 3.0L EcoBoost that makes 405 horsepower.
When properly equipped, the Maverick can tow up to 4,000 pounds, while the Ranger has a maximum towing capacity of 7,500 pounds. Front-wheel drive (FWD), all-wheel drive (AWD) or advanced four-wheel drive (4WD) with an optional twin clutch rear drive unit and electronic-locking rear differential is available for the Maverick, while the Ranger is available with either a 4x2 or 4x4 drivetrain and electronic-locking front and rear axles.
Compare the top specs for each Ford truck in the accompanying chart.
| Maverick | 2025 Model | Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Two | Engine Options | Three |
| CVT / eight-speed automatic | Transmission | Ten-speed automatic |
| 238 HP | Max. Available Horsepower | 405 HP |
| 275 lb.-ft. | Max. Available Torque | 430 lb.-ft. |
| 4,000 lbs. | Max. Towing Capacity | 7,500 lbs. |
2025 Ford Maverick vs. Ranger Exterior Design
Practical and fun, there’s something for everyone in the 2025 Ford Maverick and 2025 Ford Ranger. One of the signature design features of the Ford Maverick is its FLEXBED® that’s thoughtfully crafted to help you create unique storage solutions with molded-in slots for dividers, racks, and more. The Maverick bed extends its practicality with up to ten tie-downs, 12-volt pre-wiring, an available in-bed storage cubby, and mid-position tailgate that helps you haul long or bulky items with ease. Unique exterior features of the Ranger include an integrated bed side step, LED fog lights, and zone lighting to help finish up projects or set up camp.
If you like to take in the grandeur of the night sky on a summer night, the Maverick offers a power tilt and slide moonroof. For off-road adventures without compromise, the Ranger Raptor comes equipped with 2.5-inch FOX Racing™ Shocks with Live Valve™ technology, heavy-duty bash plates, and all-terrain tires. The off-road counterpart in the Maverick lineup — the TREMOR® — also features an off-road-tuned suspension and all-terrain tires.
Shared available exterior features on both trucks include:
- LED headlamps and bed lighting
- Power-locking tailgate
- Power-sliding rear window
- Heated exterior mirrors
2025 Ford Maverick
2025 Ford Ranger
2025 Ford Maverick vs. Ranger Interior & Technology
Premium tech and generous comfort features are a core component of both the 2025 Ford Maverick and 2025 Ford Ranger. Leather seat upholstery is uniquely available in the Ranger, while upscale trims in the Maverick offer ActiveX® upholstery. Every Maverick trim features a SYNC® 4 infotainment system with a 13.2-inch touchscreen, while the Ranger offers a standard SYNC 4A 10-inch center display or an available 12-inch center display. While both trucks come with a standard 8-inch digital instrument cluster, the Ranger offers a larger 12-inch instrument display as well. Both trucks offer a B&O Sound system by Bang & Olufsen® — with ten speakers on the Ranger and eight speakers on the Maverick.
Shared interior and technology features include:
- Heated steering wheel and front seats
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Rear under-seat storage
- Remote start
- Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- Wireless charging
2025 Ford Maverick vs. Ranger Size & Cargo Capacity
Of the two trucks, the 2025 Ford Ranger is larger and offers more bed space than the 2025 Ford Maverick. The Ranger measures in at over 10 inches longer than the Maverick. You’ll also find a slightly longer truck bed on the Ranger, with just over 10 cubic feet more cargo space.
Compare the size and cargo space differences between the Maverick and Ranger in the accompanying chart.
| Maverick | 2025 Model | Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| 199.8 in. | Length | 210.6 in. |
| 9.1 in. | Max. Available Running Ground Clearance | 10.7 in. |
| 54.4 in. | Truck Bed Length | 59.6 in. |
| 33.3 in. | Truck Bed Volume | 43.5 in. |
| Five | Seating | Five |
2025 Ford Maverick
2025 Ford Ranger
2025 Ford Maverick vs. Ranger Safety Features
Put the 2025 Ford Maverick and 2025 Ford Ranger to work with confidence using the many available safety and driver assistance features. Standard Ford Co-Pilot360® technologies in both models include Pre-Collision Assist® with automatic emergency braking, a rearview camera, auto on/off headlamps, and automatic high-beam adjustment. The Maverick also features a lane-keep aid system as standard equipment. Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ is available with both trucks. Additionally, the Maverick offers Pro Trailer Hitch Assist™, intersection assist, and evasive steering assist.
Shared available safety and driver assistance systems include:
- 360-degree camera
- Adaptive cruise control with speed sign recognition
- BLIS® (blind spot information system) with cross-traffic alert
- Front parking sensors
- Ford Trail Control®
2025 Ford Maverick vs. Ranger Price
The 2025 Ford Maverick XL starts at $26,395, while the 2025 Ford Ranger XL starts at $32,980. Curious about other models beyond the entry-level trims? Compare features and pricing for either truck using our Maverick trims page and Ranger trims page.
2025 Ford Maverick
2025 Ford Ranger
2023 Ford Maverick® vs. Ford Ranger®: Size, Engines, & Interior
If you’re looking for the versatility of a truck without stepping all the way up to a full-size pickup, consider the 2023 Ford Maverick® or 2023 Ford Ranger®. The Maverick compact truck and Ranger mid-size truck both deliver practical options, comfortable interior design, and go-anywhere versatility — but which Ford truck is right for you? See the key differences between the 2023 Ranger and 2023 Maverick on this model review created by the team at Imlay City Ford. The 2023 Ford Maverick starts at $22,595 MSRP and the starting MSRP for the 2023 Ford Ranger is $27,400. For more information, see our Ranger review or Maverick model review.
Compare the Maverick and Ranger for yourself when you schedule a test drive with your favorite Ford trucks for sale at our dealership in Imlay City, MI.
Our team will be happy to help you with any questions — send us a message or call us at (810) 724-5900.
2023 Ford Maverick vs. Ranger Engines & Towing
Under the hood, you’ll find the first substantial difference between the Ford Ranger and Maverick. The Ranger is equipped with a gasoline EcoBoost® engine, while the Maverick features a standard hybrid powertrain and an available gasoline EcoBoost engine. The Ranger makes more horsepower and torque, but the Maverick delivers substantially better fuel economy. Tow up to 4,000 pounds with the Maverick, when properly equipped, or up to 7,500 pounds with the Ford Ranger.
To enhance their off-road capability, both trucks are available with the FX4 Off-Road Package or Tremor™ Off-Road Package, which give you heavy-duty skid plates, all-terrain tires, selectable drive modes, and Trail Control™. The robust off-road suspension in the Ranger Tremor Off-Road Package also includes FOX® shocks.
Maverick
Engine: 2.5L FHEV
Transmission: CVT
Horsepower: 191 total HP
Torque: 155 lb.-ft.
Drivetrain: FWD
MPG: 40 city / 33 hwy
Max. Towing: 2,000 lbs.
Maverick
Engine: 2.0L EcoBoost I4
Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
Horsepower: 250 HP
Torque: 277 lb.-ft.
Drivetrain: FWD / AWD / advanced 4WD
MPG: 23 city / 30 hwy
Max. Towing: 4,000 lbs.
Ranger
Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost I4
Transmission: Ten-speed automatic
Horsepower: 270 HP
Torque: 310 lb.-ft.
Drivetrain: RWD / 4WD
MPG: 21 city / 26 hwy
Max. Towing: 7,500 lbs.
2023 Ford Maverick vs. Ranger Exterior Design
Versatility and good looks come standard with the 2023 Ford Maverick and Ranger, however there are some key differences.
The Maverick is exclusively available with a power-sliding rear window while the Ranger includes standard LED tail lamps versus incandescent tail lamps on the Maverick. While both trucks give you the benefits of wide-open bed storage space, one of the key exterior advantages of the Ford Maverick is its easily customizable FLEXBED™ with up to ten tie-downs, molded-in slots for DIY storage racks, available cubby storage, pre-wired electrical leads in the bed, and a multi-position tailgate. Add unique exterior styling packages to the Ford Ranger, including the Chrome Appearance Package or the Splash™ Package with unique orange grille accents and a black and orange stripe along the body side and tailgate.
2023 Ford Maverick vs. Ranger Size & Configurations
Overall, the 2023 Ford Ranger is a larger truck than the Maverick — measuring in approximately 11 inches longer, with more cargo volume available in either bed option. Advantages of the Maverick include its superior rear legroom in the SuperCrew® cab configuration with the gas engine and its shorter wheelbase, which make it a bit easier to maneuver in tight spaces.
| Model | Maverick | Ranger | Ranger |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cab Configuration | SuperCrew with 4.5-ft. box | SuperCab with 6-ft box | SuperCrew with 5-ft. box |
| Overall Length | 199.7 in. | 210.8 in. | 210.8 in. |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in. | 126.8 in. | 126.8 in. |
| Cargo Bed Volume | 33.3 cu.-ft. | 51.8 cu.-ft. | 43.3 cu.-ft. |
| Interior Legroom (front/rear) | 42.8 / up to 36.9 in. | 43.1 / 30.4 in. | 43.1 / 34.5 in. |
Overline Interior Design
There’s comfortable space and convenient features for you and your crew in the 2023 Ford Maverick and Ranger. Seat up to five people in either SuperCrew truck, or four in the Ranger SuperCab. Find leather upholstery available in the Ranger, versus high-end ActiveX™ upholstery in the Maverick. Depending on the cab and trim you choose, there’s storage underneath the seats in either truck. Only the Maverick offers a power tilt and slide moonroof.
For more information about the unique features in each model, see our Maverick trims page or Ranger trims page.
2023 Ford Maverick vs. Ranger Technology & Safety Features
Stay safe and connected in the 2023 Ranger and Maverick. An 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ is standard on every Maverick and the SYNC® 3 infotainment is available. The Ranger XLT and above includes SYNC 3, an 8-inch touchscreen, and smartphone connectivity through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Monitor vehicle information on available dual 4.2-inch driver displays on the Ranger or an available 6.5-inch driver screen in the Maverick. You can add a wireless charging pad and 400-watt outlets exclusively to the Maverick.
Both trucks come standard with Pre-Collision Assist™ with automatic emergency braking and a rear view camera. BLIS® (blind spot information system) and a lane-keeping system are included with the Ranger XLT trim and up and available on all three Maverick trims. You can add adaptive cruise control to either truck, but only the Maverick is available with evasive steering assist and only the Ranger offers front parking assist.
New Ford Trucks for Sale Near Imlay City, MI
Browse the new Ford truck inventory at Imlay City Ford to find the new Ford Maverick and Ford Ranger for sale in Imlay City, MI, and schedule a test drive appointment. Have a question for our Ford truck experts? Reach us online or by phone at (810) 724-5900.
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