Head-to-head
2026 Ford F-150 vs 2026 Honda Ridgeline
The Honda Ridgeline wins clearly, 94.4 to 75.4, on tech & comfort, safety, space & cargo. The Ford F-150 is ahead on performance and fuel & range.
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2026 Ford F-150
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The 2026 Honda Ridgeline is sold in the U.S. as a gas large pickup truck with 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Ridgeline AWD, is EPA-…
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Verdict · default weights
2026 Honda Ridgeline
Clear winThe Honda Ridgeline wins clearly, 94.4 to 75.4, on tech & comfort, safety, space & cargo. The Ford F-150 is ahead on performance and fuel & range.
Tech & comfort 2026 Honda Ridgeline leads by 54.1
Safety 2026 Honda Ridgeline leads by 25.4
Space & cargo 2026 Honda Ridgeline leads by 40
| Category · weight | 2026 Honda Ridgelineoverall 94.4 | 2026 Ford F-150overall 75.4 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 87.5 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 74.6 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 60 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 79.3 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 45.9 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 94.4 | 75.4 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
Honda Ridgeline: base trim Sport AWD · Ford F-150: base trim XL 4X2. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Honda Ridgeline wins
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 52).
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (37 points against 17 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (12 against 20 filed with NHTSA).
Where the 2026 Ford F-150 answers
- It turns out 400 lb-ft of torque against 262.
- It costs $400 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($2,800 against $3,200).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
50 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Ford F-150XL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $39,585 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 6 | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 3,471 cc | 2,700 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.5L V6 SOHC i-VTEC 24-Valve | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | PFDI |
| Valve configuration | SOHC | DOHC |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 325 hp |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 18 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 21 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 24 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 4.33 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 9 | 10 |
| Transmission type | automatic | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 7.6 in | 8.3 in |
| Overall height | 70.8 in | 75.4 in |
| Overall length | 210 in | 228 in |
| Overall width | 78.6 in | 79.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 125 in | 142 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 33.9 cu-ft | — |
| Total interior volume | 110 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 3 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 40.1 in | 40.8 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.8 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 40.9 in | 43.9 in |
| Second-row legroom | 36.7 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,420 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,420 lbs | — |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6,019 lbs | — |
| Payload capacity | 1,583 lbs | 1,775 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut | Independent double-wishbone with coil-over shock and stamped lower control arm |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link | Leaf spring with solid axle |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion | Electronic power-assisted |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 21.7 ft | 46.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 320 mm | 350 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | Sliding-caliper, dual-piston, vented disc |
| Parking brake type | — | Electric integrated parking/emergency brake |
| Rear brake diameter | 330 mm | 336 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | Sliding-caliper, single-piston, vented disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | steel |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 245/60R18 105H | 245/70R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 19.5 gal | 23 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | HondaLink | FordPass Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 36 months | — |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 36 months | 12 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 62 in | 66.7 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 61.5 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
145 features · differences first, then sharedSafety32 differ · 40 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Ford F-150XL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | std | — |
| Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) | std | — |
| Multi View Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines | std | — |
| Trailer Sway Control | — | std |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) | std | — |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | std | — |
| Advanced Security Pack | — | opt |
| Auto High-Beam Headlights | std | — |
| Auto Hold | — | std |
| Blind Spot Information System (BSI) | std | — |
| BLIS® with Cross-Traffic Alert and Trailer Tow Coverage | — | std |
| Brake Assist | std | — |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) | std | — |
| Cross Traffic Monitor (CTM) | std | — |
| Curve Control | — | std |
| Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer | std | — |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Seat-Belt Reminder | std | — |
| Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | std | — |
| Ford Co-Pilot360™ Assist 2.0 | — | std |
| Intersection Assist 2.0 | — | std |
| Lane-Keeping System | — | std |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row All), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All) | std | — |
| Perimeter Anti-Theft Alarm | — | std |
| Post-Collision Braking | — | std |
| Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking | — | std |
| Reverse Sensing System | — | std |
| Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) | std | — |
| Security System with Remote Entry | std | — |
| Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor | std | — |
| SOS Post-Crash Alert System™ | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control | std | — |
| SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System | — | std |
| Forward Collision Warning | std | std |
| Airbags - Front, Driver and Passenger | std | std |
| Airbags - Front, Driver and Passenger Seat-Mounted Side | std | std |
| Airbags - Safety Canopy® Side Curtains | std | std |
| AdvanceTrac™ With Roll Stability Control™ (RSC®) | std | std |
| Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes | std | std |
| Hill Start Assist | std | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | std | std |
Infotainment21 differ · 21 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Ford F-150XL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| FordPass™ Connect 5G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot | — | std |
| Steering Wheel-Mounted Bluetooth Hands-Free | — | std |
| 12" Capacitive Touchscreen | — | std |
| 215-Watt Audio System with 7 Speakers, including Subwoofer | std | — |
| 4" Cluster Display | — | std |
| 7-Inch Meter Display | std | — |
| 9-Inch Color Touchscreen | std | — |
| 9-Speed Automatic Transmission (9AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® | std | — |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | std | — |
| Ford Connectivity Package (1-Year Incl.) | — | std |
| HondaLink® | std | — |
| SiriusXM® with 360L (3-Month Prepaid Subscription) | — | std |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC) | std | — |
| Steering Wheel-Mounted Audio Controls | — | std |
| Sync® 4 | — | std |
| USB-A 2.5A Data Port - Front Console (1 Port) | std | — |
| USB-C 3.0A Charging Port - Front Console (1 Port) | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Charging Pad | std | — |
Convenience11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Ford F-150XL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start | std | — |
| Remote Start System | std | — |
| 12-Volt Power Outlets (Front & 2nd Row) | std | — |
| Capless Fuel Filler | std | — |
| Easy Fuel® Capless Fuel Filler | — | std |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | std | — |
| Power Door and Tailgate Locks | std | — |
| Power Windows with Auto-Up / Down Driver's and Front Passenger's Window | std | — |
| Remote Fuel Filler Door Release | std | — |
| Remote Keyless Entry System | — | std |
| Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock® | std | — |
Climate4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Ford F-150XL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control System with Humidity Control and Air Filtration | std | — |
| Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control | — | opt |
| Manual Air Conditioning, Single Zone | — | std |
| Rear-Seat Heater Ducts | std | — |
Seating4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Ford F-150XL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Person Seating Capacity | std | — |
| 60 / 40 Split Lift-Up Rear Seat with Underseat Storage | std | — |
| Seats - Front - 40/20/40, Cloth | — | std |
| Seats - Rear - 60/40 Flip Up Split Bench with Elongated Cushion (SuperCrew®) | — | std |
Interior13 differ · 14 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Ford F-150XL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC) | std | — |
| Beverage Holders (Front and Rear) | std | — |
| Console Work Surface | — | opt |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Seatback Pockets | std | — |
| Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | std | — |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | std | — |
| Lockable Glove Compartment | std | — |
| Multi-Functional Center Console Storage | std | — |
| Rearview Mirror, Day/Night | — | std |
| Sliding Sunvisor Vanity (Driver & Passenger) | std | — |
| Sunglasses Holder | std | — |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | std | — |
| Steering Wheel, Manual Tilt/Telescoping | — | std |
| Color-Coordinated Carpet with Carpeted Floor Mats | std | std |
Exterior19 differ · 19 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Ford F-150XL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| All-Season Tires: 245 / 60 R18 105H | std | — |
| Daytime Running Lamps | — | std |
| Dual Chrome Exhaust Finisher | std | — |
| Dual-Action Tailgate | std | — |
| Exhaust - Dual with Dual Tailpipes Under Rear Bumper | — | opt |
| Fin-Type Roof-Mounted Antenna | std | — |
| LED Box Lighting | — | opt |
| LED Brake Lights | std | — |
| LED Fog Lights | std | — |
| LED Low-Beam Headlights with Auto-On / Off | std | — |
| LED Mirror-Mounted Spotlights | — | opt |
| Power Side Mirrors | std | — |
| Skid Plates - Fuel Tank, Transfer Case and Front Differential (4x4) | — | opt |
| Truck-Bed Lights | std | — |
| Wheels: 18 in Shark Gray Alloys / 18 in Pewter Gray Machine-Finished Alloys / TrailSport 18 in Shark Gray Alloys / 18 in Berlina Black Alloys | std | — |
| Autolamp - Automatic on/off Headlamps with Rainlamp Wiper Activated Headlamps | — | std |
| Rear Privacy Glass | std | — |
| Rear-Window Defroster with Timer | std | — |
| Compact Spare Tire | std | — |
Powertrain21 differ · 22 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Ford F-150XL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 4x4 | std | opt |
| Intelligent Traction Management: Normal / Snow / Sand / Mud | std | — |
| 9-Speed Automatic Transmission (9AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| 9-Speed Automatic Transmission (9AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| Active Control Engine Mount System (ACM) | std | — |
| Axle Upgrade | — | opt |
| CARB Emissions Rating: LEV4-ULEV70 | std | — |
| Direct Fuel Injection | std | — |
| Displacement (cc): 3,471 | std | — |
| Eco Assist™ System | std | — |
| Electronic-Locking Rear Differential | — | opt |
| Engine Type: V6 | std | — |
| EPA MPG Ratings* (City / Hwy / Combined): 18 / 24 / 21 (Sport/RTL/Black Edition), 18 / 23 / 20 (TrailSport) | std | — |
| FX4 Off-Road Package (4x4 Only) | — | opt |
| Heavy-Duty Transmission Cooler | std | — |
| High-Capacity Radiator with High-Power Fans (2) | std | — |
| Horsepower (SAE net @ rpm): 280 @ 6,000 | std | — |
| Selectable Drive Modes | — | std |
| Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm): 262 @ 4,700 | std | — |
| Valve Train: 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® | std | — |
| Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®) | std | — |
| Auto Start-Stop Technology | std | std |
Chassis5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Ford F-150XL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering (EPS) | std | — |
| MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | std | — |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | std | — |
| Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc / Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in.): 12.6 / 13.0 | std | — |
| Unit-Body Construction | std | — |
Cargo4 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Ford F-150XL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tow/Haul Package | — | std |
| Heavy-Duty Truck Bed Tie-Down Cleats (8) | std | — |
| In-Bed Trunk® | std | — |
| Integrated Trailer Brake Controller | — | opt |
| Class IV Trailer Hitch | std | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPHonda Ridgeline
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 12 · 1 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Exterior Lighting (6), Forward Collision Avoidance (4), Engine (2)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ford F-150
Safety Signal 52 F
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 9 · 1 critical · 2 filed unfixed
Owner complaints 20 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (7), Service Brakes (7), Engine (4)
Top recalls
- critical Power Train 26V576000 · 37 vehicles
- high Structure 26V689000 · 30,123 vehicles · filed unfixed
- high Electrical System 26V653000 · 102,159 vehicles · filed unfixed
- high Seats 26V655000 · 2,276 vehicles
- high Suspension 26V577000 · 17 vehicles
- high Fuel System, Gasoline 26V578000 · 223,472 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Honda RidgelineSport AWD | Ford F-150XL 4X2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | $39,585 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 4 trims | $39,585 – $79,005 25 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Ridgeline AWD | F150 Pickup 2WD HEV |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 21 | 24 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,200 | $2,800 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 5 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Honda Ridgeline or the 2026 Ford F-150?
The Honda Ridgeline wins clearly, 94.4 to 75.4, on tech & comfort, safety, space & cargo. The Ford F-150 is ahead on performance and fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Honda Ridgeline scores 94.4 and the 2026 Ford F-150 75.4. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Honda Ridgeline or the 2026 Ford F-150?
2026 Honda Ridgeline: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 0 recalls. 2026 Ford F-150: 5 NHTSA stars, grade F, 9 recalls (2 filed with no repair available). Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Honda Ridgeline and the 2026 Ford F-150?
Where the 2026 Honda Ridgeline wins: it has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 52), lists more comfort and tech equipment (37 points against 17 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and has drawn fewer owner complaints (12 against 20 filed with NHTSA). Where the 2026 Ford F-150 answers: it turns out 400 lb-ft of torque against 262 and costs $400 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($2,800 against $3,200). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars.