2024 Ford Maverick vs. 2023 Ford Ranger Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Maverick

2024 Ford
Maverick

MSRP*: $23,815 to $34,855
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2023 Ford
Ranger

MSRP*: $27,400 to $40,945
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MPG - City 20 - 42 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 33 MPG 19 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 33.3 ft3 43.3 - 51.8 ft3
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 250 hp 270 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 199.7 - 200.7 in 210.8 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 77.8 in
Leg Room Front 42.8 in
Rear 35.9 - 36.9 in
Front 43.1 in
Rear 30.4 - 34.5 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 35.9 - 38.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Ford Maverick than the Ford Ranger. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Ford Maverick and the Ford Ranger.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Maverick as you will with the Ford Ranger, as they can travel a similar number of miles on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Ford Maverick is a better financial choice over the Ford Ranger, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Maverick is much slimmer than the Ford Ranger, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Ford Maverick, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Ford Ranger.

Handling
The Ford Maverick has a smaller turning radius than the Ford Ranger, allowing you to more easily get in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Ford Maverick has a little less horsepower than the Ford Ranger.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Ford Maverick doesn't do as good a job transmitting horsepower to its wheels as the Ford Ranger.

Utility
The Ford Maverick offers a little more seating capacity than the Ford Ranger, making it a better choice for those who often have a crew with them. The Ford Ranger has a lot more cargo capacity for hauling lumber or gardening supplies than the Ford Maverick.