We’ve been singing the praises of the Ford Maverick since it launched as a compact pickup for the 2022 model year, but, an entry-level XL starts at $28,145 for the 2026 model year, and the base configuration only tows a single ton of cargo behind it. If you’re looking for something that can handle tougher work, at a lower price, but you’d rather not worry about fueling up and parking a full-size pickup, a five-year-old Ford Ranger could be just what the doctor ordered.
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