2024 Ford Maverick vs. 2025 Honda Ridgeline Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Maverick

2024 Ford
Maverick

MSRP*: $23,920 to $34,960
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Picture of the 2025 Honda Ridgeline

2025 Honda
Ridgeline

MSRP*: $40,150 to $46,750
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MPG - City 20 - 42 MPG 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 33 MPG 23 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 33.3 ft3 33.9 ft3
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 280-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 250 hp 280 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 199.7 - 200.7 in 210.2 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 78.6 in
Leg Room Front 42.8 in
Rear 35.9 - 36.9 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.7 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 39.5 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.8 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
The Ford Maverick offers a bit more room for passengers in the extended cab than the Honda Ridgeline. The Ford Maverick will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Honda Ridgeline.

Convenience
The Honda Ridgeline requires less frequent visits to the gas station than the Ford Maverick, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Honda Ridgeline, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Maverick is much slimmer than the Honda Ridgeline, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Ford Maverick is slightly shorter than the Honda Ridgeline, which may make it easier to park.

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Honda Ridgeline is clearly the choice over the Ford Maverick for pulling heavy loads. The Ford Maverick has a little less horsepower than the Honda Ridgeline.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Ford Maverick transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Honda Ridgeline.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Ford Maverick as you will the Honda Ridgeline. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of lumber or gardening supplies into the bed of the Ford Maverick as you will with the Honda Ridgeline.