Ford F-150 vs Honda Ridgeline
The Ford F-150 is more fuel-efficient at 25 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Honda Ridgeline. At EPA assumptions that is about $500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Honda Ridgeline | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,362 | 151 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 19 and 7 | 5 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 45,000 miles | 21,000 miles |
| Recalls | 29 | 7 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 25 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 25 and 26 | 18 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,700 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,362 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 151 for the Honda Ridgeline. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 29 for the Ford F-150, 7 for the Honda Ridgeline.