2026 Ford F150 vs. 2026 Honda Ridgeline

TrimAtlas says the 2026 Honda Ridgeline Sport starts at $40,795, $1,510 less than the 2026 Ford F-150 XL at $42,305, calling the F-150 the stronger pick for buyers needing the extra 45 hp (325 vs 280) and 138 lb-ft more torque for towing and hauling, and the Ridgeline the stronger pick for buyers wanting to keep $1,510 in their pocket, save roughly $100/year on fuel, and drive a smaller, easier-to-park vehicle. CarGurus, rating the Ridgeline 7.8/10, says it takes a different approach than rivals with crossover-like unibody construction and clever storage solutions, concluding it doesn't offer the towing capacity or off-road capability of more traditional trucks like the F-150 but is much easier to live with.

Which to choose, and why

F-150 has 45 more hp and 138 more lb-ft; Ridgeline is $1,510 cheaper

TrimAtlas (opens in a new tab) says the 2026 Honda Ridgeline Sport starts at $40,795, $1,510 less than the 2026 Ford F-150 XL at $42,305, calling the F-150 the stronger pick for buyers needing the extra 45 hp (325 vs 280) and 138 lb-ft more torque for towing and hauling, and the Ridgeline the stronger pick for buyers wanting to keep $1,510 in their pocket, save roughly $100/year on fuel, and drive a smaller, easier-to-park vehicle.

The Ridgeline's unibody design trades capability for livability

CarGurus (opens in a new tab), rating the Ridgeline 7.8/10, says it takes a different approach than rivals with crossover-like unibody construction and clever storage solutions, concluding it doesn't offer the towing capacity or off-road capability of more traditional trucks like the F-150 but is much easier to live with.

Questions buyers ask

Which has more horsepower, the Ford F-150 or Honda Ridgeline?

TrimAtlas (opens in a new tab) says the F-150 XL, at 325 hp versus the Ridgeline Sport's 280 hp.

Which is cheaper, the Ford F-150 or Honda Ridgeline?

TrimAtlas (opens in a new tab) says the Ridgeline, by $1,510 at MSRP.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Ford F150: 12 records · Honda Ridgeline: 2 records.

Decision field	Ford F150	Honda Ridgeline
Exact EPA records	12	2
Model / option labels	7	2
Drive layouts	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive	All-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion	2.7L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI, 3.5L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI, 3.5L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI; Hybrid, 5.2L 8-cyl, 5L 8-cyl SIDI & PFI	3.5L 6-cyl SIDI
Transmissions	Automatic (S10)	Automatic (S9)
Fuel types	Premium, Regular	Regular
EPA classes	Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD, Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD	Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
Combined efficiency	12–24 MPG/MPGe	20–21 MPG/MPGe
Electric range	Not listed	Not listed
Annual fuel / energy estimate	$2700–6650 per year	$3100–3250 per year

Head to head

Ford F150 vs. Honda Ridgeline: size, power, capability and price.

Measure	Ford F150	Honda Ridgeline
Starting price (KBB base)	$40,085	$42,290
Top trim price (KBB base)	$113,725	$49,390
Horsepower	325-720 hp	280 hp
Torque	400-640 lb-ft	262 lb-ft
Curb weight	4,655-4,895 lb	4,420-4,504 lb
Length	209.4-243.9 in	210.2 in
Wheelbase	122.8-157 in	125.2 in
Towing capacity	7,500-13,500 lb	5,000 lb
Seating	3-6 seats	5 seats
Basic warranty	3 years	3 years

Figures are ranges across each model’s trims from Kelley Blue Book records (2026 model year); prices are KBB base prices.

The Ford F150 starts $2,205 lower: $40,085 against $42,290 before options and fees.
On peak horsepower, the Ford F150 leads: 720 hp against 280 hp.
On peak torque, the Ford F150 leads: 640 lb-ft against 262 lb-ft.
The Honda Ridgeline is lighter, comparing lightest trims: 4,420 lb against 4,655 lb.
On length, the Ford F150 leads: 243.9 in against 210.2 in.
On wheelbase, the Ford F150 leads: 157 in against 125.2 in.
On maximum towing capacity, the Ford F150 leads: 13,500 lb against 5,000 lb.
On seating capacity, the Ford F150 leads: 6 seats against 5 seats.
Both list the same basic warranty: 3 years.

Background on each vehicle

What public sources say about the Ford F150 and the Honda Ridgeline.

2026 Ford F150

The Ford F-Series is a series of light-duty trucks marketed and manufactured by the Ford Motor Company since model year 1948 as a range of full-size pickup trucks—positioned between Ford's Ranger and Super Duty pickup trucks. Alongside the F-150 (introduced in 1975), the F-Series also includes the Super Duty series (introduced in 1999), which includes the heavier-duty F-250 through F-450 pickups, F-450/F-550 chassis cabs, and F-600/F-650/F-750 Class 6–8 commercial trucks.

Recalls and problems: 2026 recall In June 2026 Ford issued a recall order of over 741,000 vehicles, including the F-150, in the U.S. due to a transmission issue that may damage the park system.

Source: Ford F-Series (Wikipedia)

Recent recalls (21 campaigns across the latest model years)

September 2026, Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles. Incorrect rear axle tail bearings may have been installed, which can result in rear wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation. Consequence: Rear wheel lock-up can result in a loss of vehicle control. Driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle rollaway if the vehicle is parked…
September 2026, Suspension:Rear. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles.The stabilizer rod fasteners may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing, which can allow the rod to shift out of position. Consequence: A misaligned stabilizer rod can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, which can increase the risk of a crash.
September 2026, Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles. The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving. Consequence: A detached tank can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel leak can cause an engine stall or increase the risk of a…

2026 Honda Ridgeline

The Honda Ridgeline is a mid-size pickup truck manufactured and marketed by Honda since the 2006 model year, over two generations in a unibody, crew–cab, short-box configuration with a transverse-mounted engine.

Awards: North American Car of the Year for 2006 and 2017. Canadian Car of the Year and Best New Pickup for 2006 MotorTrend's 2006 Truck of the Year Car and Driver's #1 mid-size truck for 2006, and 2017–2019 Autobytel's 2006 Truck of the Year Sobre Ruedas (On Wheels, a Latin American automotive magazine) 2005 Best Pick-up Truck Auto123.com's 2017 Pickup of the Year J.D.

Source: Honda Ridgeline (Wikipedia)

NHTSA rated the 2025 Honda Ridgeline overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 5 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.

Recent recalls (2 campaigns across the latest model years)

May 2026, Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front Passenger. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic… Consequence: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
May 2024, Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera. Honda (America Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ridgeline vehicles. The rearview camera (RVC) tailgate wire harness may fatigue and break, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. Consequence: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Owners filed 89 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Honda Ridgeline, most often about exterior lighting (25), electrical system (24), engine (20).

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Resolve the exact engine, drive and EPA ID.

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Comparison answer desk

12 answers for this exact pairing.

Q01Which is more efficient: the 2026 Ford F150 or the 2026 Honda Ridgeline?

Efficiency

The 2026 Honda Ridgeline lists the higher combined-efficiency midpoint in this snapshot (20.5 vs. the 2026 Ford F150's 18 MPG/MPGe).