Ford Maverick vs. Ford F-150

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Maverick and Ford F-150 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford Maverick and the Ford F-150.

In comparing the Ford Maverick's and the Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the Ford Maverick has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Maverick's and the Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the Ford Maverick is a better car than the Ford F-150.

Pricing: A used 2025 Ford Maverick ranges from $27,318 to $40,881 while a used 2025 Ford F-150 is priced between $53,178 to $78,889. For a new model, the Ford Maverick's price is between $27,832 and $41,727, with the Ford F-150 priced between $55,481 and $84,299.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Maverick loses 39.1 percent of its value and the Ford F-150 loses 45.2 percent of its value. This means the Ford Maverick retains 6.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford F-150.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Maverick’s base engine makes 191 horsepower, and the Ford F-150 base engine makes 325 horsepower. The Maverick is rated to deliver an average of 38 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 483 miles. The F-150 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 828 miles.This gives the Ford Maverick the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford F-150 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Ford F-150, a hybrid fullsize truck, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.

Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: Both the Ford Maverick and the Ford F-150 are available in Crew Cab configuration. The Ford Maverick offers a bed length of 54.4 inches, and the Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 67.1 and 78.9 inches.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ford F-150 has higher safety ratings than the Ford Maverick, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.