 When it comes to choosing a new pickup truck, the options can seem overwhelming. Two of the most popular models on the market are the Ford Maverick and Ford Ranger. While both impressive trucks, they each have unique features and capabilities that may make one a better fit for your specific needs. At Grinwald Ford, we'll walk you through a detailed look at the 2025 Ford Maverick and Ford Ranger to help you determine which pickup is the ideal choice for you.
2025 Ford Ranger Overview
The 2025 Ford Ranger is a versatile and powerful midsize pickup available in four distinct trim levels: Raptor, XLT, XL, and Lariat. Under the hood, the Ford Ranger offers a few different engine options depending on trim, including a robust 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 turbocharged engine, a 2.7L EcoBoost V6 twin turbocharged engine, and on the performance-oriented Raptor trim, an impressive 3.0L EcoBoost V6 turbocharged engine cranking out 405 horsepower.
Paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and available in either rear-wheel drive or part-time/full-time four-wheel drive, the Ford Ranger delivers smooth, responsive performance across driving conditions. When properly equipped, the Ranger boasts a maximum towing capacity of up to 7,500 pounds, making it ideal for hauling gear, equipment, or a trailer.
Inside the cabin, the Ford Ranger offers seating for up to 5 passengers. Higher trims like the XLT and Lariat come standard with desirable features like heated front bucket seats, dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control, SYNC 4 with voice-activated touchscreen navigation, and an 8" or 12" LCD capacitive touchscreen.
2025 Ford Maverick Overview
The 2025 Ford Maverick is an innovative, hybrid-electric compact pickup designed for both city driving and light off-roading. It comes in just three trims - XL, XLT, and Lariat - with each offering an efficient 2.5L full hybrid engine paired with an electronic continuously variable transmission (eCVT). This hybrid powertrain achieves an impressive EPA-estimated 42 mpg city.
While smaller in size compared to the midsize Ranger, the Ford Maverick still offers many of the same appealing features. The base XL trim comes standard with an 8" LCD capacitive touchscreen with SYNC 4, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and FordPass Connect with 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot connectivity. Upgrading to XLT or Lariat trims provides access to a 6.5" productivity screen in the instrument cluster, intelligent access with push-button start, and even ActiveX trimmed bucket seats.
Where the Maverick really shines is its unique FLEXBED system, offering creative storage and organization solutions to accommodate all your gear. The multi-position tailgate allows you to haul longer items, while available features like the cubby storage and 110V/400W AC outlet offer convenience for work sites or overnight camping.
Key Differences Between the Maverick and Ranger
Size is one of the main differentiators between these two Ford trucks. The Ford Ranger is larger, with an overall length of 210.6 inches and max width of 79.0 inches, providing more interior passenger volume and a bigger truck bed. The Maverick is more compact at 199.7 inches long and 72.4 inches wide, making it more maneuverable and easier to park in tight spaces.
Powertrains also vary quite a bit between models. While the Ford Maverick utilizes a fuel-sipping 2.5L hybrid, the Ford Ranger provides more robust engine choices designed for increased towing and payload capacity. The Ranger is the clear choice if you routinely haul heavy loads.
Because of its smaller size and efficient hybrid engine, the Ford Maverick delivers better fuel economy overall, especially in city driving. However, the Ford Ranger's strong turbocharged gas engines provide quicker acceleration and more confident highway passing power.
Both pickups provide available all-wheel drive for enhanced traction, but the Ford Ranger is better equipped for more challenging terrain and off-road exploring, especially in the trail-ready Raptor trim with its specialized off-road suspension and tires.
Finding Your Ford Truck in Southeast Wisconsin
Whether you prefer the efficient, urban-friendly 2025 Ford Maverick or the burlier, more powerful 2025 Ford Ranger, Grinwald Ford in Watertown, WI has the pickup truck you're looking for. We proudly serve the Watertown area, including nearby Oconomowoc, Jefferson, Beaver Dam, and Waukesha.
Our knowledgeable sales team can walk you through all the features, packages and options for Maverick and Ranger models so you can decide which truck best fits your budget and lifestyle. Visit us at 101 Highway 16 Frontage Road in Watertown, WI to browse our extensive selection of Ford trucks and schedule a test drive today!