2026 Ford Maverick vs 2026 Toyota Tacoma
Too close to call: Toyota Tacoma 80.7 vs Ford Maverick 79.8 with these weights. The Ford Maverick is ahead on space & cargo and fuel & range. Raise the space & cargo weight from 2 to 2.3 and it flips.
2026 Ford Maverick
The 2026 Ford Maverick is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas compact pickup truck with 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Maverick HE…
2026 Toyota Tacoma
The 2026 Toyota Tacoma is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas compact pickup truck with 10 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Tacoma Hyb…
2026 Toyota Tacoma
Toss-upToo close to call: Toyota Tacoma 80.7 vs Ford Maverick 79.8 with these weights. The Ford Maverick is ahead on space & cargo and fuel & range. Raise the space & cargo weight from 2 to 2.3 and it flips.
| Category · weight | 2026 Toyota Tacomaoverall 80.7 | 2026 Ford Maverickoverall 79.8 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 87.3 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 60.4 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 24.2 | |||||||||||||||
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 | 40 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Warrantyw 2 | 100 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Basic and powertrain coverage in years and miles. | |||||||||||||||||
| Overall | 80.7 | 79.8 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
Ford Maverick: open park-outside / do-not-drive advisory (−25)
Toyota Tacoma: base trim SR 4X2 · Ford Maverick: base trim Maverick XL FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the space & cargo weight from 2 to 2.3 and the answer flips.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Toyota Tacoma wins
- It lists 7 standard driver-assist features against 0.
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 57).
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (12 against 16 filed with NHTSA).
Where the 2026 Ford Maverick answers
- It seats 5 against 2.
- It costs $1,150 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,750 against $2,900).
What they share
- A 3-year basic warranty.
- 36,000-mile basic coverage.
- A 5-year powertrain warranty.
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
45 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Toyota TacomaSR 4X2 | Ford MaverickMaverick XL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $32,245 | $28,145 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2,393 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.4-liter 4-cylinder Turbocharged DOHC 16-Valve D-4S | 2.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 228 hp | — |
| Torque | 243 lb-ft | — |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 20 mpg | 42 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 23 mpg | 38 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 26 mpg | 35 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.583 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | — |
| Transmission type | automatic | cvt |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 11 in | 8.1 in |
| Overall height | 73.9 in | — |
| Overall length | 213 in | — |
| Overall width | 76.9 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 132 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | — | 33.3 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 2 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.7 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.8 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,200 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,145 lbs | — |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5,605 lbs | — |
| Payload capacity | 1,460 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent double-wishbone with stabilizer bar and twin-tube shocks | — |
| Rear suspension type | Leaf spring with outboard-mounted twin-tube shocks | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electronic Power Steering (EPS); power-assisted rack-and-pinion | variable-assist electric power-assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 22.9 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 320 mm | — |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Parking brake type | Electronic | electric |
| Rear brake diameter | 310 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | steel | steel |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 245/70R17 | 225/65 R17 A/S BSW |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 18.2 gal | 13.8 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Ford Connectivity Package |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 12 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 58.3 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
35 features · differences first, then sharedSafety9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Toyota TacomaSR 4X2 | Ford MaverickMaverick XL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Rear View Camera | std | — |
| Downhill Brake Control | std | — |
| Trailer Stability Assist | std | — |
| Auto LED High-Beam | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) * with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) * | opt | — |
| Electric Parking Brake | std | — |
| Electronic Power-Assist Steering (EPAS) | std | — |
| Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking | opt | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 (TSS 3.0) – Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Road Sign Assist (RSA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Proactive Driving Assist (PDA) | std | — |
Infotainment2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Toyota TacomaSR 4X2 | Ford MaverickMaverick XL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with 4-speaker audio system, wireless Apple CarPlay® * & Android Auto™ * compatible, SiriusXM® * with 3-month Platinum Plan trial subscription. | opt | — |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with 6-speaker audio system, wireless Apple CarPlay® * & Android Auto™ * compatible, SiriusXM® * with 3-month Platinum Plan trial subscription. | opt | — |
Convenience4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Toyota TacomaSR 4X2 | Ford MaverickMaverick XL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start (incl. Approach Detection) | std | — |
| "TACOMA" stamped easy lower and lift tailgate | std | — |
| Digital Key * capability — Digital Key * enables smartphone to be used instead of a physical key (Remote Connect * subscription required.) | opt | — |
| Smart Key System on driver door with Push Button Start | std | — |
Seating4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Toyota TacomaSR 4X2 | Ford MaverickMaverick XL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split, folding rear seat with Under-Seat Storage | opt | — |
| Cloth-Trimmed Seats | opt | — |
| Fabric-trimmed seats; 6-way manually adjustable driver and front passenger seats with 2-way power adjustable lumbar support on drivers seat only | opt | — |
| Fold-flat passenger seat, lockable rear storage panel with integrated pegboard, and lockable deep storage compartment | opt | — |
Interior3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Toyota TacomaSR 4X2 | Ford MaverickMaverick XL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Manual day/night rearview mirror | std | — |
| Polyurethane manual tilt/telescopic steering wheel with phone, audio, display/infotainment, and Driver Assist controls | std | — |
| Manual tilt/telescopic steering wheel | std | — |
Exterior6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Toyota TacomaSR 4X2 | Ford MaverickMaverick XL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 17-in. styled alloy wheels with 245/70R17 tires | opt | — |
| 17-in. styled steel wheels with 245/70R17 tires | opt | — |
| LED Bed Lighting | opt | — |
| LED headlights with Daytime Running Lights (DRL), auto on/off feature and manual leveling adjustment | std | — |
| Mirrors - Heated Glass | std | — |
| Front and rear mudguards | opt | — |
Powertrain1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Toyota TacomaSR 4X2 | Ford MaverickMaverick XL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Selectable Drive Modes | std | — |
Chassis2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Toyota TacomaSR 4X2 | Ford MaverickMaverick XL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Electric Power Steering (EPS) and power-assisted rack-and-pinion with an Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) | std | — |
| Leaf spring rear suspension | std | — |
Cargo4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Toyota TacomaSR 4X2 | Ford MaverickMaverick XL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 2K Trailer Hitch Receiver with 4-Pin Connector | std | — |
| 5-ft. Bed | opt | — |
| 6-ft. Bed | opt | — |
| Deck rail system with four adjustable tie-down cleats and four fixed cargo bed tie-down points | opt | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPToyota Tacoma
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ford Maverick
Top recalls
- critical Suspension 26V340000 · 4,653 vehicles
- high Structure 26V550000 · 23 vehicles
- high Air Bags 26V201000 · 3,170 vehicles
- high Visibility 26V157000 · 323 vehicles
- high Exterior Lighting 26V104000 · 4,381,878 vehicles
- high Structure 25V884000 · 6,897 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Toyota TacomaSR 4X2 | Ford MaverickMaverick XL FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $32,245 (base trim) | $28,145 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $32,245 – $64,450 18 trims | $28,145 – $40,645 12 trims |
| Powertrains | HEV, GAS | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Tacoma Hybrid 4WD | Maverick HEV FWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 23 | 38 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,900 | $1,750 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) |
| Roadside assistance | 2 yr | 5 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Toyota Tacoma or the 2026 Ford Maverick?
Too close to call: Toyota Tacoma 80.7 vs Ford Maverick 79.8 with these weights. The Ford Maverick is ahead on space & cargo and fuel & range. Raise the space & cargo weight from 2 to 2.3 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Toyota Tacoma scores 80.7 and the 2026 Ford Maverick 79.8. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Toyota Tacoma or the 2026 Ford Maverick?
The 2026 Ford Maverick starts lower — $28,145 against $32,245, a gap of $4,100 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Toyota Tacoma or the 2026 Ford Maverick?
2026 Toyota Tacoma: 4 NHTSA stars, grade A, 0 recalls. 2026 Ford Maverick: no NHTSA rating yet, grade F, 7 recalls. 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 Toyota Tacoma and the 2026 Ford Maverick?
Where the 2026 Toyota Tacoma wins: it lists 7 standard driver-assist features against 0, has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 57), and has drawn fewer owner complaints (12 against 16 filed with NHTSA). Where the 2026 Ford Maverick answers: it seats 5 against 2 and costs $1,150 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,750 against $2,900). What they share: a 3-year basic warranty, 36,000-mile basic coverage, and a 5-year powertrain warranty.