DecodedCarsFord models
35 Ford models since 2005 · 952 recall campaigns on file.
Current models
Ford Mustang
2005–2026 · 26 MPG · Subcompact Cars
Ford F-150
2005–2026 · 24 MPG · Standard Pickup Trucks
Ford Bronco
2021–2026 · 20 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Ford Explorer
2005–2027 · 23 MPG · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
Ford Escape
2005–2026 · 40 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Ford Expedition
2005–2027 · 18 MPG · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
Ford Ranger
2005–2026 · 23 MPG · Standard Pickup Trucks
Ford Maverick
2022–2026 · 38 MPG · Small Pickup Trucks
Ford F-150 Lightning
2022–2025 · 320 mi · Standard Pickup Trucks
Ford Mustang Mach-E
2021–2026 · 320 mi · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Ford Bronco Sport
2021–2026 · 27 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Ford at a glance
We have 35 Ford models on file, covering model years 2005 to 2027; 11 are on sale now: Mustang, F-150, Bronco, Explorer, Escape, Expedition, Ranger and Maverick and more.
The current lineup is made up of 6 SUVs, 4 pickup trucks and 1 car.
The Ford Escape is the most fuel-efficient at 40 MPG combined in its best version, while the Ford Expedition is the thirstiest at 18 MPG.
Its longest-range EV is the Ford F-150 Lightning, with up to 320 miles on a charge (EPA).
The most researched Ford right now is the Mustang (46,156 Wikipedia views in 30 days), followed by the F-150 and Bronco.
Across all models and years there are 952 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. The Ford F-150 has the most (124), and the Ford F-150 has collected the most owner complaints (21,444).
On average, the best version of each current model returns 27 MPG combined.
Discontinued models include the Edge (last sold 2024), Transit Connect (last sold 2023), GT (last sold 2022), EcoSport (last sold 2022) and Transit T150 Wagon (last sold 2022).
Across all its models, owners most often report problems with the power train, engine and steering.
Its longest-running model in our data is the Explorer, with model years from 2005 to 2027.
Its current EVs average 320 miles of EPA range in their best versions.
Five stars overall in their latest NHTSA test: Mustang, Explorer, Escape, Expedition, Bronco Sport and Focus.
Every Ford model in one line
→ The 2026 Ford Mustang is a subcompact car offered with 3 engines (2.3L 4-cyl turbo, 5.0L 8-cyl and 5.2L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive. It measures about 189 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 107-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,949 lb (2dr Coupe Darkhorse).
→ The 2026 Ford F-150 is a standard pickup truck offered with 4 engines (3.5L 6-cyl turbo, 2.7L 6-cyl turbo, 5.0L 8-cyl and 5.2L 8-cyl), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive. It measures about 241 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 157-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,584 lb (Hybrid P/U Supercrew 6.5-Ft Box 4X4).
→ The 2026 Ford Bronco is a small SUV offered with 3 engines (2.3L 4-cyl turbo, 2.7L 6-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo) and part-time 4-wheel drive. It measures about 165 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 100-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,288 lb (2dr 2.3l SUV).
→ The 2026 Ford Explorer is a standard SUV offered with 2 engines (2.3L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo) and rear-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive. It measures about 199 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 119-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,458 lb (4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 Ford Escape is a small SUV offered with 3 engines (2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl turbo and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive, part-time 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 181 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 107-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,419 lb (4dr SUV 1.5l AWD).
→ The 2026 Ford Expedition is a standard SUV offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive. It measures about 210 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,668 lb (4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 Ford Ranger is a standard pickup truck offered with 3 engines (2.3L 4-cyl turbo, 2.7L 6-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo) and rear-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive. It measures about 211 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 129-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,324 lb (Raptor Supercrew 3.0l 4WD).
→ The 2026 Ford Maverick is a small pickup truck offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive, part-time 4-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive. It measures about 200 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,730 lb (4dr Pickup AWD).
→ The 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning is a standard pickup truck powered by electricity and 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 230 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 145-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 6,021 lb (EV 4dr Pickup).
→ The 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E is a small SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 186 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 117-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,588 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
→ The 2026 Ford Bronco Sport is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (1.5L 3-cyl turbo and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo) and part-time 4-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive. It measures about 173 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,457 lb (SUV 1.5l).
→ The 2022 Ford GT is a two seaters offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive. EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 18 highway), 25% worse than the 2022 two seaters average of 18.7 MPG, for an estimated $5,850 a year in fuel.
Current lineup compared
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Mustang | 2005–2026 | 26 MPG | 60 | 4,601 |
| Ford F-150 | 2005–2026 | 24 MPG | 124 | 21,444 |
| Ford Bronco | 2021–2026 | 20 MPG | 50 | 994 |
| Ford Explorer | 2005–2027 | 23 MPG | 105 | 15,058 |
| Ford Escape | 2005–2026 | 40 MPG | 84 | 20,577 |
| Ford Expedition | 2005–2027 | 18 MPG | 53 | 3,186 |
| Ford Ranger | 2005–2026 | 23 MPG | 59 | 2,188 |
| Ford Maverick | 2022–2026 | 38 MPG | 46 | 1,210 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 2022–2025 | 320 mi | 15 | 245 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 2021–2026 | 320 mi | 22 | 682 |
| Ford Bronco Sport | 2021–2026 | 27 MPG | 32 | 1,407 |
Past models
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford GT | 2005–2022 | 14 MPG | 6 | 5 |
| Ford Focus | 2005–2018 | 34 MPG | 27 | 12,014 |
| Ford Fiesta | 2011–2019 | 31 MPG | 12 | 2,513 |
| Ford Taurus | 2005–2019 | 21 MPG | 19 | 1,980 |
| Ford Fusion | 2006–2020 | 42 MPG | 48 | 19,473 |
| Ford Edge | 2007–2024 | 23 MPG | 42 | 12,623 |
| Ford Transit Connect | 2010–2023 | 26 MPG | 32 | 518 |
| Ford EcoSport | 2018–2022 | 25 MPG | 6 | 1,862 |
| Ford Flex | 2009–2019 | 19 MPG | 14 | 1,722 |
| Ford C-MAX | 2013–2018 | 40 MPG | 12 | 489 |
| Ford Crown Victoria | 2005–2011 | 19 MPG | 3 | 152 |
| Ford E150 Club Wagon | 2005–2006 | 15 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E150 Econoline | 2005–2006 | 15 MPG | 4 | 10 |
| Ford E150 Van | 2011–2014 | 15 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E150 Wagon | 2011–2014 | 14 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E250 Econoline | 2005 | 15 MPG | 0 | 2 |
| Ford E250 Van | 2011–2014 | 15 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E350 Van | 2011–2014 | 13 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E350 Wagon | 2011–2014 | 13 MPG | 22 | 39 |
| Ford Five Hundred | 2005–2007 | 21 MPG | 1 | 160 |
| Ford Freestar | 2005–2007 | 18 MPG | 2 | 289 |
| Ford Freestyle | 2005–2007 | 20 MPG | 0 | 412 |
| Ford Thunderbird | 2005 | 18 MPG | 0 | 14 |
| Ford Transit T150 Wagon | 2015–2022 | 17 MPG | 52 | 690 |