Ford Maverick 70·Toyota Tundra 69on the MotiveGrid Score·Ford Maverick about $18,813 less over 5 years
The verdict
The 2026 Ford Maverick is the cheaper one to own — roughly $18,813 less over five years, helped by better fuel economy. The Toyota Tundra counters with more towing capacity (12,000 vs 2,000 lbs) and more cargo room (62.3 vs 33.3 cu ft).
Go with the Ford Maverick for the better long-term value; consider the Toyota Tundra if you prioritize more towing capacity and more cargo space.
Last updated May 2026 · National-average estimates
Ford Maverick vs. Toyota Tundra
MotiveGrid scores, key specs, and five-year cost comparison: 2026 Ford Maverick versus 2026 Toyota Tundra.
Metric
Ford Maverick
Toyota Tundra
MotiveGrid Score
70
69
Cost of Ownership
92
79
Powertrain
60
46
Driver Assistance
0
43
Livability
70
31
Safety
72
97
5-Year Cost to Own
$37,945
$56,757
Depreciation (5-yr)
$11,371
$12,837
Fuel / Energy (5-yr)
$8,865
$19,243
Insurance (5-yr)
$9,020
$11,870
Maintenance (5-yr)
$1,595
$2,330
Tires (5-yr)
$2,000
$2,250
Financing (5-yr)
$4,235
$6,998
Registration (5-yr)
$860
$1,230
Starting Price
$28,145
$46,510
Horsepower
191 hp
389 hp
MPG (combined)
38 mpg
20 mpg
Cargo volume
33.3 cu ft
62.3 cu ft
Seating
5
5
Towing capacity
2,000 lbs
12,000 lbs
Drivetrain
FWD
4x2
Hybrid
2026$28,145
MSRP
$28,145
Mo · 5yr
$632
$37,945 / 5 years
Best for long-term savings
Gas
2026$46,510
MSRP
$46,510
Mo · 5yr
$946
$56,757 / 5 years
Best for families
VS
01 · The MotiveGrid Score
Five measured pillars, weighted into one score.
Cost, Powertrain, Driver Assistance, Livability, and Safety — each scored against its class, then combined into a single MotiveGrid Score. Built by our engineering team and benchmarked against independent sources like NHTSA, IIHS, and CarEdge. How it’s calculated →
Ford Maverick scores higher overall.
Ford Maverick
0
/ 100
Toyota Tundra
0
/ 100
CostFive-year all-in cost to own, benchmarked against the class median.
Maverick
92
Tundra
79
Winner: Maverick
$18,813 cheaper / 5 yrs
Low maintenance cost▲
PowertrainEnergy efficiency paired with long-term ownership confidence.
Maverick
60
Tundra
46
Winner: Maverick
+14 pts
Good fuel economy▲
Driver AssistHighway driving support, parking convenience, and hands-free automation.
Maverick
0
Tundra
43
Winner: Tundra
+43 pts
Strong highway driving support▲
LivabilityPassenger space, cargo room, and everyday maneuverability.
Maverick
70
Tundra
31
Winner: Maverick
+39 pts
Easy to maneuver and park▲
SafetyCrash-test protection plus standard crash-avoidance features.
Ford Maverick is the better pick for long-term ownership — about $18,813 cheaper over 5 years with stronger fundamentals on running cost.
Toyota Tundra still wins if your priority is best for families.
Daily commuter
Ford Maverick
Lowest energy cost per mile
Budget-focused
Ford Maverick
Cheapest to own across 5 years
Family hauler
Toyota Tundra
Much stronger safety with substantially more cargo room
Highway driver
Toyota Tundra
Better adaptive cruise + lane keep
City driver
Ford Maverick
Easiest to park and maneuver in tight spots
03
Cost of Ownership
Monthly running costs — national baseline.
Adjust for your situation
State
Miles/yr15,000
Loan rate7%
Down payment20%
Ford Maverick
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$632
$37,945 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$632/mo
Toyota Tundra
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$946
$56,757 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$946/mo
04
Frequently asked questions
Ford Maverick comes out about $18,813 cheaper over 5 years on running costs (depreciation, fuel/energy, insurance, maintenance, financing). The gap shifts with your state, annual miles, and loan rate — use the "Adjust for your situation" panel above.
