Good morning everyone! Ford is seriously going to sell so many of these. We were most impressed with the hybrid version and hopefully there is enough demand to convince Ford to offer AWD with it. We also wanted to address a slight error at the end, the cyber orange XLT was around $26k with destination, while the area 51 first edition was around $36k, fully loaded. We think Ford knocked it out of the park with the overall package of this truck. Let us know if you guys have one pre-ordered!
it’s worth pointing out: the Maverick Hybrid is not a CVT in the truest sense. It uses a planetary gear, there are no cones or pulleys. These will be incredibly reliable. Ford hit a home run with this truck. In my opinion, it’s better looking than the Ranger, the proportions are more appealing.
@@m3chan1zr No it is like a regular transmission with electronic shifting. Reverse is all electric. -Basically a next generation automatic transmission for hybrids.
@@jonmccormick8683 Yeah, upon researching, the forward motion of the Toyota and Ford system are very similar. Which is a good thing considering the Toyota design is known for extreme reliability. Seems like this Ford will also be reliable in the long run.
Yes it’s design is very similar to Toyota’s hybrid system (which I own). In fact the original patents on this design that both companies are building hybrids from is very much based on an older Ford patent. Good job Ford on this Maverick.
I personally ordered the hybrid version. I have no need for towing and only really need to be able to carry around a kayak for weekends. Really excited to get mine! I personally ordered an xlt hybrid with the lux package.
They were supposed to come with sync 4 but the chips are not coming in fast enough for other models and to avoid a complete shutdown on the Maverick, we had tons of sync 3 components that could be utilized. If we didn't have the stock of sync 3 they wouldn't have radios... Also that first edition you tested is only the 2k tow package. The 4k comes with both a 4 pin and 6 pin trailer connections along with a factory brake controller. The 4k package also upgrades the transmission cooler and oil capacity along with a lower final gear ratio.
My dad ordered almost the same one but with the hybrid. His is due late this year so try and post an update when yours comes since most people seem like they wont be getting theirs until November at the earliest.
Took 50 years for manufacturers to get that 98% of buyer aren't ranchers or construction workers who need a 3300lbs payload/14,000lbs tow capacity truck...
We used to have proper mini trucks, Nissan, Chevy ford, Isuzu, etc all had really good SMALL pickups. Actually mini trucks and not damn near full size lol, nice to know we are bringing them back
I ordered the Hybrid XLT Luxury Package in Carbon Gray. The price and 40 mpg sold me on the Maverick. Pretty much will be my everyday ride for work. The hospital I work at is 34 miles from my house. Thanks for the review!
Ordered a Black XLT hybrid with the lux package ~$26K before tax and tags, a complete steal if you ask me. Thank you for the in depth review driving the hybrid, looking forward to getting my hands on one!
I think the majority of early adopters are more interested in the low price point and great fuel economy. Once they’re sitting on lots next to escapes and bronco sports, average buyers will probably opt for AWD models.
Nice review but here are a few corrections... 3:41 - The Rims a not specific to the 1st Edition 4:30 - No the tail lights are not LED 4:44 - No 4K package 5:55 - Tailgate needs to be at the 1/2 up position 8:14 - Only the Lariat gets SYNC 3 8:29 - It does have OTA updates 13:17 - Only has a 12V outlet - not a USB port
I was reading some info on the CVT drive in the Maverick:The CVT in the Maverick is not a CVT as you know them to be, with belts and pulleys. It makes use of a single planetary gearset and two electric motors to create infinite ratios. Because the motors are what drive the wheels, many people say the system feels a lot like an EV.
Great review. Thank you! I ordered my hybrid XLT a couple weeks ago before they cut off orders for 2022's! I'm an old man with errands to run and camping to enjoy. I think this will be perfect for me.
As Sofyan said in the video, the Maverick has a masculine brawny truck like styling which I find very appealing. The hybrid powertrain including e-CVT should be very reliable too. Combine all that with affordable pricing and you have a winner winner, chicken dinner!
@@coiledsteel8344 My wife daily drives an '11 Ford Escape hybrid that we leased new then bought out, has probably a little over 120k miles now, and has been very good to us in terms of long term repairs. Ordered the Maverick hybrid as a replacement. I'd say they're likely a good bet.
@Jon Doe As you can see from my profile picture I also drive a Honda, and they are not immune to needing unexpected repairs early in their lives the same as any other brand from my experience. My Acura TL has needed 2 transmission rebuilds among other things along the way, the first rebuild was at only around 85k miles which was nearly 15k before it's first recommended trans fluid service. She has well over 200k today so she doesn't owe me anything anymore at that mileage, but I certainly don't hold Honda or any other brand to a higher standard. My oldest son drives an '09 Toyota Corolla that we bought him used a few months ago, was a 1 owner car with a clean CarFax report with pretty low miles, probably around 110k on it today, and it already burns a quart of oil every thousand or 2 miles. Known defect according to online forums. But ultimately I maintain my wife and I's vehicles according to the owners manuals, all fluids and wear items are changed at the recommended service intervals that are listed in the manual. The wife's Escape has needed no mechanical repairs outside of routine maintenance likely due to that aside from a new MAF sensor, both O2 sensors just recently, tire pressure monitor sensors, and it did catch a coolant leak which required the radiator to be replaced. At 120k+ miles I'd say we've done well.
I ordered the hybrid power train. For me, the difference in tow capacity/power generally doesn’t outweigh the value that is the mpg savings. Even considering the optional tow package it isn’t worth the extra cost (you actually pay more $ to get the eco boost engine). Also, 4000 lbs isn’t enough to pull what i personally need (a boat or a trailer). Realistically if you’re looking for a solid tow capacity you shouldn’t reeeeeally be looking at a maverick as opposed to a ranger or higher.
For sure, if you need to tow often I'd probably go with a ranger or f-150 depending on weight, but otherwise this seems like a great little vehicle for most people who just wanna haul stuff back from the store
Have a Maverick on order, just waiting patiently for my next vehicle which is an affordable, fuel efficient, sweeeeeet looking truck! Thanks for the great, honest review.
Thanks for the great review. I ordered my Hybrid XLT maverick back in early August and it is great to see that the engine performs as well as it does. Thanks again :).
I have ordered a Cactus Gray Maverick XLT Hybrid with the lux package. I was able to test drive the XLT Ecoboost over the weekend. The truck feels great, has the right amount of room and the utility is great. My primary use for it will be for commuting 125 miles per day for work. Otherwise, I can certainly see using this for landscaping projects around the house.
I have the same commute to work and I'm really considering getting rid of my 2019 F150 for the hybrid. Being 6'6" my only concern is the the amount of room on the inside. I really love the F150 for the amount of interior space it has.
I order one with the hybrid version to replace my c-max. I want a truck and my wife loves the c-max. So this would the perfect truck for my family. Thanks for the great review
The ford Escape has managed to do 5.8 seconds to 60mph by caranddriver, so I was expecting the Maverick to do around 6.5 seconds with brake torque AWD. It is insane, that a vehicle with such strong straight line performance cost less than 25K.
Great video! I have a hybrid XL on order as we speak. Added just a few options (spray-in liner, tow hitch, and moonroof) and even after delivery, taxes, and fees I'm under $25k. Its the perfect vehicle for me since I commute into the city for work, but could really use a bed for home projects and hauling music gear. Don't need a $40k truck with 12k lb of towing and 16mpg for that usage scenario. Wish the XL had cruise control, but its still loaded compared to the '95 Ranger XLT I grew up with!
This is pretty much the exact same reason I want one (no music gear, but home projects)...there is always a chance of adding cruise with FORScan by changing as-built data and adding the physical buttons (whether that means buying a little piece or the entire wheel from the XLT). This is my hope at least because I think the XL is the only way I can justify the cost. XLT with lux pkg would be nice, but I don't want to spend $27k+ on a vehicle if my goal is fuel economy and saving money. Especially when the payment would only be a little more than my Fusion and the city mileage is honestly close to double while highway mileage would be similar.
I cant wait enough I just ordered XLT Hybrid and I love u honest review so thoroughly and easy explained without the technical mumbo jumbo like the other guys do
I really like this truck. My only request is that Ford offer AWD in the hybrid as I live in Colorado and I would want AWD. I like your idea of a plug in hybrid as well. Great review.
@@MonkeyPunchZPoker Yeah you're probably right on that one, I just hope once this chip shortage gets worked out they have an AWD option for the hybrid. Or better yet an EV variant that can tow 5k-6k pounds and get 200-300 miles of range.
@@timjohnson1199 Don't hate on the Chevy/Geo Metro... Having zero comfort features mixed with tin can construction made for Toyota Prius-ish gas mileage and a truly memorable driving experience assuming you didn't die from being struck by a speeding cycler on a Mongoose lol.
I ordered the hybrid Lariat version and couldn't be more excited. 2 notes: It does not have a typical belt-and-pulley CVT, it has an e-CVT which is mechanically different. Also, the moon roof is not part of the lariat luxury package. It is an additional $800 add-on.
@@blackwhirlwind1245 Well hope that's a good thing in terms of potential long-term durability then. The wife had a '14 Nissan Altima CVT and it kicked the bucket last year at 86k miles, disgusted both of us. Mechanically totalled.
Great review as always. If I get a truck, it's going to be this one. What I like about it is it doesn't pretend to not be a truck. It's a truck. A small truck, but still a truck.
My Off Road 4x4, Eco-boost is currently in production ! I live on a mountain here in New Hamshire, so during the Winter we get a lot of snow. As a semi retired contractor, I also do a lot of Skiing and Fly-fishing, and I don't like a lot of down time due to the weather. Therefore, the equipment choices were a no brainer for me . Thanks for sharing XD
Bet Chevy already put some designers and engineers on "El Camino duty" after they heard about Ford's 100k pre-orders for this lol. This thing is about to sell out.
@@chynacash3138 just hope Chevy will upgrade their interior and make it standard AWD to differentiate themselves.. same if Dodge will bring back the Dakota. Strictly street version and another for trails.
@@ajjax89 Was just thinking about what Chevy and Ram/Dodge are planning now. I know they both have to be watching how hot the sales of this Maverick are turning out to be, but they'd definitely have their work cut out since I doubt they could match let alone beat the biggest selling points of this Maverick for most consumers which seems to be bargain price and fuel economy. FCA/Stellantis should have already made a move in this segment after how many people lined up to pay over MSRP for the ugly Jeep Gladiator.
Great review! This compact ute doesn’t suite my needs but I have to say Ford really nailed an underserved segment of the truck market for weekend warriors. 👍
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@@coiledsteel8344 What the hell are you talking about? My wife has been driving her slow ass 2011 Ford Escape hybrid UNIBODY for the last 10 years getting damn near 40mpg with probably over 130k miles right now sitting in our carport and still has the original engine/trans/hybrid battery... Scotty Kilmer is a hack.
Initial reports that I've seen say that the in town is better than 40, but highway is pretty close to what they list it as. I think overall it will be lower than Escape, but only by 2-3 MPG at most...and when you can get into an XL for $22k vs the Escape Hybrid at $28k+ (even though it has more features), that's a huge win in overall savings with the Maverick.
With hybrids it's also worth checking what a real world feather foot will do to MPG. Savvy drivers can get decently above sticker MPG with most hybrids.
I have a 2002 gmc sierra v6 that has done my heavy work for 5 years and now that I no longer work in construction but do small home projects want a newer car that isn't horrible on gas I believe this will be my perfect match it is high on my list for a purchase next year
Great job, thanks. Especially appreciate the 0-60. Have ordered the XLT Hybrid, and was expecting maybe 8 - 8.5, not 7.5. Bonus! Will be wincing a bit when it's raining or snowing, but not when I'm pulling up to the pumps.
I was surprised too. Ordered the wife a Maverick Lariat hybrid last month. She drives an '11 Ford Escape hybrid that is undeniably slow, so this will be a nice perk when it finally gets delivered.
I ordered a Hybrid XLT in Alto Blue. And I am prepared to wait 5 to 6 months if necessary. They did put brackets under the bed for an additional battery on the left side, so I expect a plug in Hybrid will be offered later.
I think I'm going to be checking out both the Maverick and the Santa Cruz when my current lease is up in June. Assuming there will be inventory on the lots to actually check out and test drive.
I ordered a Maverick Hybrid with the Lariat package for the seats and sound deadening windshield because I'll be doing some highway miles with it. Your review is excellent, I really appreciate that you did a 0-60 run with the hybrid because that data has been lacking. So you're aware, the Maverick e-CVT is slightly different from the Escape in that they made 1 of the motor/generators slightly larger from what I've read(around 5hp more, with around 20 ft-lbs more torque). That could explain the difference. Keep up the good work!
@@stevethomas760 I'm assuming you are referring to Maverick pricing, as the closest I can see a F150 SuperCrew(4dr) with the smallest bed and engine options is a MSRP of $37K. If that's the case, yes, I agree.
@@nickb3968 No for my truck. Regular cab, short bed with a 3.3L , chrome bumpers & '17" alloys rims. This is a base truck, rubber mats. Really just what I wanted. Listed for 32K , dealer dropped 6.5K off = 26K
@@stevethomas760 Given it doesn't have four doors/rear seats it doesn't seem like an "apples to apples" comparison per se- but as long as you're happy that's all that matters.
The reviewed Lariat truck is 30k+ as spec'd. The 20k number is hype as most people want something nicer than a fleet truck. Got a mid tier XLT on order for 25k myself
Ikr! My wife drives a 2011 Ford Escape hybrid and it's slow as dirt, ALL it does is get good MPG... 7.5 seconds in this thing with even BETTER mpg ratings is damn impressive.
I don't need a new car. But, man, this hybrid looks really good. All my driving is around town. And hauling two kayaks to the lake is all twisty roads that end up being just like heavy traffic.
Ordered a hybrid. I don't anticipate towing much, I will be using it as a hardware store crawler. I live in the burbs but go into a downtown urban area twice a week, and while this won't be a replacement for my fusion, it will become my main car.
I ordered the XLT in velocity blue with the hybrid drivetrain. I added a few inexpensive options and the 360 tech pkg. I am anxious to get it.. The one I drove at the dealership was the XL with the 2 litre eco boost. It is a snappy little thing. I to wish the hybrid was AWD but i'm after the mileage. My car is a subaru outback which is only AWD and it is just plain happy in the snow. A little plug for subaru.
I personally ordered the hybrid in the XL model at the lowest specs in area 51. I prefer having an open bed for picking up larger items for the house or a camping trip, but never any heavy duty stuff and I never tow anything. I'm coming from a Nissan frontier which I chose last time because it was simply the most cost efficient truck on the market. While I liked the utility and reliability the Frontier gave me (in six and a half years of ownership the only thing I had to fix was the battery and tires), it did suffer from poor fuel efficiency and an awful turn radius. When the new Frontier came in at around the same price as all the other midsized trucks, it's appeal to me just fell off. The price point naturally drove me to the Maverick. I'm looking forward to the outrageous fuel economy for a truck. (Range of over 400 miles is nuts) I'm also looking forward to the more car like feel when driving. I don't drive much, so I'm fine without all the bells and whistles you get from a higher trim. My only fear is reliability. I know when it comes to trucks, Ford has a good reputation in that area, but this is really an SUV in truck's clothing. I'm sure it will be fine, but my last vehicle was such a non issue, and this one certainly is a more complex engine.
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Thanks for the review. Did order the hybrid Lariat with lux pkg, hot red pepper, and 360 pilot. Wanted a hybrid as not ready for an EV with charge times but wanted great mileage and a half dozen times a year really miss having a truck. This satisfies both needs and hope it's really comfortable for long trips.
Had this truck came out before I bought my mazda3 back in 2018, I would've went this truck instead lol. Not gonna lie, I never cared to look at Ford vehicles, but man, ever since they discontinued their sedans' line-up, they've been putting out very, very interesting vehicles.
I have a Hybrid XLT on order. I think the reviewer here is mistaken, the Hybrid actually has more orders than the ecoboost at this point by a decent margin.
Put 100 down for one a xlt hybrid. Going to be mostly for my work and commute. Enough room for my tools and supplies and going to throw a rack on it for longer items. My current truck is killing my bank account. Been spending close to 800 a month on gas. Seen one at the dealer i was at and was happy i could actually reach into the bed without climbing up it.
Great review! I really think Ford is heading in the right direction with this version of truck. I will shortly be fully retired and highly considering a Maverick for my around town driving. I like the Lariat hybrid version but will probably wait until they come out with a hybrid AWD and maybe a plug-in version. I’m impressed that it’s car like qualities with driving/handling seem better for longer trips and less fatigue. I will be closely watching and waiting and jump on the train when Ford makes a few more upgrades with this truck. Maybe they will even come up with HUD?
I know that there are a lot of people who will get the 2.0 ecoboost and don't really care about a hybrid, and I am sure that the number of ecoboost drivers will go up when people start buying them off lots. Also I am sure that there are many who will only consider the 2.0 ecoboost with AWD. But in the samples of orders, something like 2/3 are hybrid orders. I think there is a different group of buyers that wanted a hybrid, and for those buyers there is no comparison to the santa cruz.
This is honestly one of the best cars Ford has released in a long time! And you were on point at the end when you mentioned choosing this car over a Corolla, Civic, or Mazda. Much more interesting and useful vehicle, with same if not superior MPG and performance (especially compared to Corolla).
@@jay.0621 The cvt and hybrid system should be very reliable. As for the smaller things like in car electronics, it should be pretty good, but maybe expect small electrical issues for the first model year.
@@KB-bh9hp i actually wanna go with the 2 ltre ecoboost/8 speed tranny/awd, but not sure how reliable that powertrain combo is.never owned a ford before.
Maverick is not a CVT as you know them to be, with belts and pulleys. It makes use of a single planetary gearset and two electric motors to create infinite ratios. Because the motors are what drive the wheels.
Oh, ok, so it's gonna have an eCVT then, similar to what some hybrids and EVs use. That's good to know and might make me change my mind and get the hybrid version of the Maverick, since the eCVT is reportedly a strong and extremely durable type of transmission.
@@cp6027 it's in Ford's public spec sheet so it is in the stats. I don't know by what formula hybrid makers translate electric engine torque into the global HP but that's a question for another day...
Very nice review. I ordered my Lariat Hybrid in June and my build date is Dec 6th so I expect to get it in January. I didn't get the sunroof but the other upgrades which include SIRUS radio which is NOT offered in the other trims. Yes I know you can get aftermarket SIRUS but it should be standard or at least an option in ALL Mavericks IMO. I currently have a 2013 Frontier that gets 16 MPG around town BUT it is fantastic in all other aspects. This truck will be good for camping/hiking/biking.
After looking at plenty of reviews of the Maverick I'm pretty darn happy with my choice of the Santa Cruz - if I was going for high MPG and lowest price I would have chosen the Maverick. I actually had reserved and placed a deposit on both. I have no doubt that there will be more nicer interior trims in the Maverick over time as people who are looking for a CUV with a bed will be shopping the Ford vs. the Hyundai. From what I understand people are having a tough time getting that $21k (with destination) XL models delivered. People are also saying that the price on the Santa Cruz is just too darn high - Hyundai offers just a couple accessories on top trim (in the US it's the Limited) - mine was delivered for just a little over $39k and while that seems like it's more than the Maverick - build one yourself and add those options and accessories on the Ford site and see where you wind up (don't forget destination which is several hundred more than the Hyundai). It's absolutely preference and I still really like the Maverick - I think for most who need a car/SUV with a bed it's hard to go wrong with the Ford
The Santa Cruz alone has some pretty bad markups, but from what I have seen, the Mavericks are MUCH worse. You will not regret the Cruz. It will be FAR more reliable and feel and function more like a car that is ahead of its model year rather than stuck in the past. That and you will enjoy that downright luxurious interior for what is essentially a generic SUV/ute.
@@MDKN22 I've had mine for almost 3 months now - love it.... absolutely no regrets - I would have liked to have a Maverick XL for literally around town and trips to the home improvement store or to get 15 bags of mulch. I did have a reservation on one but the deal started playing games almost instantly with requests for a $1000 deposit - the only thing I thought was okay was the salesperson wanted me to have a signed purchase agreement and HE said it would have the agreed upon price with my deposit reflected on it. With all the craziness going on with Broncos I just got rubbed the wrong way with Ford dealers. I'm sure the Maverick is going to be a good little truck but it may take a year or so to shake out the bugs and improve their manufacturing quality...
I am curious as to how the fwd hybrid would do in snow. I bet it would be pretty good because of the ground clearance. I need a vehicle that can get me out of my long driveway after a heavy snow.
I've driven a variety of pickups over the past couple of decades. In general, if you are to have a two wheel drive pickup, you're likely to fare far better if the drive wheels are in the front. I think I see a Maverick hybrid in my near future. Good luck!
I've been wondering this as well, generally speaking, Utah winters aren't super bad, we don't usually get a lot of snow unless you live near the mountains. In the SLC area, you're generally only dealing with about 6 inches of snow, so it should be fine for us. Plus, most trucks struggle in the snow because they're rear wheel drive, and thus, don't have much weight over the drive wheels. The fwd truck shouldn't have that issue in theory.
I’d take this thing over either of the equivalent Ford SUVs or the Hyundai Santa Cruz. I hope it does well so GM, Dodge, Nissan, and Toyota get in the mix for the category as well.
I love this truck. I may need a new car by the 2nd generation f this truck and this will be in the running. Hopefully, by then it gets sync 4 and they fill that cubby hole with a bigger screen. I heard it got sync 3 because of the chip shortage and it also affected the screen size that could be added. All in all this is a great little all around truck especially for the money. I would get the 2.0 AWD XLT with he FX4 package.
That base XL model is gonna become the new standard for small business trucks. Why buy a ranger/taco/Colorado when you can save so much and get this? That means the used market will one day be flooded with those things sitting around 100k miles and probably super cheap.
Ordered 2.0 Ecoboost AWD / FX / XLT / tow pkg / area 51 on Oct. 4th. Notified this week that scheduled build is week of Dec. 20. Merry Christmas to me! Hope the holiday parties are not too wild (#thegood?olddays). Config'ed online then hand off to dealership for order. No markup over MSRP. Can't wait!
if my Ram wasn't so close to being paid off i would be seriously eyeing this one. i wish it had AWD as an option with the Hybrid. i would definitely wait for that.
I ordered a Lariat hybrid on Nov 15, literally minutes before Ford stopped taking orders. The next order window will open in the summer. I ordered the hybrid because it can be flat-towed behind an RV and is relatively light. I've never seen this capability mentioned in any of the reviews.
Not going to lie, I really thought this was a bad idea for Ford. But even though I never looked into them, I see a picture and it grew on me. I feel like this truck is a truck that is stripped down with the luxuries that are used to having but still give some creature comforts that keeps up with today. Kinda want to actually give it try now
Just graduated college and started my first "adult" job, if you will, and I ended up finding out about this truck. I'm definitely gonna be buying one of these used at low mileage in a couple years
XLT hybrid. I don’t have a real need to tow, and I lived for a decade in Wyoming winters without needing AWD. Tires are more important anyhow. I do far more road driving and the mpg is more important so the hybrid is an obvious choice for me.
Very thorough review👍🏻 I have a First Edition Lariat 4x4 with 4K tow package on order. Can’t wait to take delivery. Amazing deal at $35k loaded and getting just under 30pmg (especially with gas over $3/gal!)🤓
I am going to hold out for the 2023 model but definitely impressed with the 2022 Maverick. Going to go Hybrid XLT. I prefer the XL in a lot of ways but lack of cruise control and the steelies are a few reasons why it probably won't fit for me. 14 gallon tank with 42 MPG city EPA number is awesome for a hybrid. Auto hold and multiple drive modes for the hybrid is also pretty cool. A few aftermarket upgrades will be needed (bigger and better tires, new bumper and lights), but the compact truck is most of the way there for me.
I ordered the XLT Hybrid with luxury pkg, 360 co-pilot, and rear slide window!! in Cactus Gray!! thanks for this review i was kinda skeptical about the hybrid trim, but if you like it I'm pretty sure is good!!
We ordered the Hybrid XLT with Luxury package and Ford Copilot 360 in Cactus Grey a while back. Our build date is December 7th and we can’t wait! I think the trim level and options we got is the sweet spot… and from what I’ve heard, about the most popular spec.
I'll wait for the 1st year shake down, and then the refresh! Lots of potential here in the hybrid version, what with ridiculous gas prices and a looming tax per every mile you drive (WHAT???)
To answer that question for myself, yes, I ordered the XL with hybrid engine and FWD in August. My partner and I have a small farm with horses. We need a general utility vehicle that can haul feed sacks or hay bales easily, but also double as a passenger vehicle for trips into town. In the past we have settled for crossover or carryall types, such as the early Escape (the boxy one, not the sleeked down version selling today) or the old Jeep Cherokee with its large closed cargo area. Considering climate change and fuel prices, I was holding out for an all electric vehicle, but those just aren't affordable or practical yet and we needed something now. The hybrid seems like the best compromise, and the anticipated efficiency of this one, combined with the very low price, was the ultimate selling point. It looks like several months delay now to get the vehicle actually built, but it should be worth the wait. Oh, and this is the first truck I've ever purchased. The giant pickups like the F150 or Chevrolet Silverado have no appeal whatsoever for me.
@@mitchellkasdin1899 *shrugs* I have never been a proponent of "bigger is better." Climate change is a serious thing. Very serious. Hybrids and electrics are an essential part of the solution.
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Good morning everyone! Ford is seriously going to sell so many of these. We were most impressed with the hybrid version and hopefully there is enough demand to convince Ford to offer AWD with it. We also wanted to address a slight error at the end, the cyber orange XLT was around $26k with destination, while the area 51 first edition was around $36k, fully loaded. We think Ford knocked it out of the park with the overall package of this truck. Let us know if you guys have one pre-ordered!
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Another great review! BTW, I have an XLT hybrid on order. Can’t wait to get it.
Great review. I was impressed as were you.
First Edition Hybrid on order. Don't really need AWD. I'm glad to see that you're happy with the power output!
I have a Hybrid Lariat w/luxury package in cyber orange on order 🥰🥰
it’s worth pointing out: the Maverick Hybrid is not a CVT in the truest sense. It uses a planetary gear, there are no cones or pulleys. These will be incredibly reliable. Ford hit a home run with this truck. In my opinion, it’s better looking than the Ranger, the proportions are more appealing.
So is the CVT in here similar to the eCVT in Toyota hybrids? I understand those use planetary gears as well with no belt.
Well said
@@m3chan1zr No it is like a regular transmission with electronic shifting. Reverse is all electric. -Basically a next generation automatic transmission for hybrids.
@@jonmccormick8683 Yeah, upon researching, the forward motion of the Toyota and Ford system are very similar. Which is a good thing considering the Toyota design is known for extreme reliability. Seems like this Ford will also be reliable in the long run.
Yes it’s design is very similar to Toyota’s hybrid system (which I own). In fact the original patents on this design that both companies are building hybrids from is very much based on an older Ford patent. Good job Ford on this Maverick.
I personally ordered the hybrid version. I have no need for towing and only really need to be able to carry around a kayak for weekends. Really excited to get mine! I personally ordered an xlt hybrid with the lux package.
Nice! I really wish the hybrid came with AWD, that would be perfect.
@@27Zangle probably next model year
I ordered the same package, area 51. Waiting on build date still. Ordered middle of July.
@@27Zangle FWD is more than enough
@@heydaddy5326 - Unless you live in Alaska around steep hills and mountain passes ;-)
They were supposed to come with sync 4 but the chips are not coming in fast enough for other models and to avoid a complete shutdown on the Maverick, we had tons of sync 3 components that could be utilized. If we didn't have the stock of sync 3 they wouldn't have radios... Also that first edition you tested is only the 2k tow package. The 4k comes with both a 4 pin and 6 pin trailer connections along with a factory brake controller. The 4k package also upgrades the transmission cooler and oil capacity along with a lower final gear ratio.
This review has got me pumped for my Maverick. I’m patiently waiting for my Area 51 Lariat with 2.0 liter due to arrive October 18th.
My dad ordered almost the same one but with the hybrid. His is due late this year so try and post an update when yours comes since most people seem like they wont be getting theirs until November at the earliest.
Great. When did you order it?
@@phillee8257 June 21st
I’m getting mine this Monday !
@@samdicicco952 Congrats. Sounds like you'll have one of the first ones on the road.
Took 50 years for manufacturers to get that 98% of buyer aren't ranchers or construction workers who need a 3300lbs payload/14,000lbs tow capacity truck...
More like it took 50 years for people that weren’t ranchers or construction workers to start buying trucks as their family wagons/office commuters.
No, people will rave about this and then go buy some fully loaded behemoth anyways per usual. Market don’t lie, but people do
Oh please!
We used to have proper mini trucks, Nissan, Chevy ford, Isuzu, etc all had really good SMALL pickups. Actually mini trucks and not damn near full size lol, nice to know we are bringing them back
More like it took 50 years for the prices of those full sized trucks to become insane so they needed to cater to a smaller budget
I ordered the Hybrid XLT Luxury Package in Carbon Gray. The price and 40 mpg sold me on the Maverick. Pretty much will be my everyday ride for work. The hospital I work at is 34 miles from my house. Thanks for the review!
Ordered a Black XLT hybrid with the lux package ~$26K before tax and tags, a complete steal if you ask me. Thank you for the in depth review driving the hybrid, looking forward to getting my hands on one!
Ordered my Maverick the same way. Definitely feels like a steal after watching this review, most comprehensive one I've seen since I placed my order.
Yeah, think the reviewer is missing the point… the hybrid mpg is the draw here, not the 4wd.
Let us know how long delivery takes!
@@hughes3947 for Christmas sakes don’t buy the hybrid
@@hughes3947 yup. don’t know why he suspected that the non hybrid will be preferable. the hybrid is sold out almost everywhere
Over at Maverick truck club, 2200 people put in their Maverick builds and 65% ordered the hybrid
The biggest appeal of the truck is the standard hybrid powertrain and 21500 starting price. But up north, most people will be ordering AWD.
@@ayushmalpeddi2793 I’m in Iowa, front wheel drive still is fine 99% of the time, not reason to add the weight and complexity of the AWD for my use
I think the majority of early adopters are more interested in the low price point and great fuel economy. Once they’re sitting on lots next to escapes and bronco sports, average buyers will probably opt for AWD models.
Its the base model engine .
Was thinking the same.
Nice review but here are a few corrections...
3:41 - The Rims a not specific to the 1st Edition
4:30 - No the tail lights are not LED
4:44 - No 4K package
5:55 - Tailgate needs to be at the 1/2 up position
8:14 - Only the Lariat gets SYNC 3
8:29 - It does have OTA updates
13:17 - Only has a 12V outlet - not a USB port
Ford is freaking knocking it out of the park!
Far cry from Fusion, CMAX and Focus days.
8 more days, do a review I’ll watch!
This will be my fusion replacement
I was reading some info on the CVT drive in the Maverick:The CVT in the Maverick is not a CVT as you know them to be, with belts and pulleys. It makes use of a single planetary gearset and two electric motors to create infinite ratios. Because the motors are what drive the wheels, many people say the system feels a lot like an EV.
Yes. It is an ECVT vice an CVT. There is a difference.
Great review. Thank you! I ordered my hybrid XLT a couple weeks ago before they cut off orders for 2022's! I'm an old man with errands to run and camping to enjoy. I think this will be perfect for me.
As Sofyan said in the video, the Maverick has a masculine brawny truck like styling which I find very appealing. The hybrid powertrain including e-CVT should be very reliable too. Combine all that with affordable pricing and you have a winner winner, chicken dinner!
Soyfan?
Once New Vehicle Problems Arise You May Not be so much of a Winner.
@@coiledsteel8344 My wife daily drives an '11 Ford Escape hybrid that we leased new then bought out, has probably a little over 120k miles now, and has been very good to us in terms of long term repairs. Ordered the Maverick hybrid as a replacement. I'd say they're likely a good bet.
Can never go wrong with a good pubg saying
@Jon Doe As you can see from my profile picture I also drive a Honda, and they are not immune to needing unexpected repairs early in their lives the same as any other brand from my experience. My Acura TL has needed 2 transmission rebuilds among other things along the way, the first rebuild was at only around 85k miles which was nearly 15k before it's first recommended trans fluid service. She has well over 200k today so she doesn't owe me anything anymore at that mileage, but I certainly don't hold Honda or any other brand to a higher standard. My oldest son drives an '09 Toyota Corolla that we bought him used a few months ago, was a 1 owner car with a clean CarFax report with pretty low miles, probably around 110k on it today, and it already burns a quart of oil every thousand or 2 miles. Known defect according to online forums. But ultimately I maintain my wife and I's vehicles according to the owners manuals, all fluids and wear items are changed at the recommended service intervals that are listed in the manual. The wife's Escape has needed no mechanical repairs outside of routine maintenance likely due to that aside from a new MAF sensor, both O2 sensors just recently, tire pressure monitor sensors, and it did catch a coolant leak which required the radiator to be replaced. At 120k+ miles I'd say we've done well.
It doesn't have a CVT but a planetary gear.
I ordered the hybrid power train. For me, the difference in tow capacity/power generally doesn’t outweigh the value that is the mpg savings. Even considering the optional tow package it isn’t worth the extra cost (you actually pay more $ to get the eco boost engine). Also, 4000 lbs isn’t enough to pull what i personally need (a boat or a trailer). Realistically if you’re looking for a solid tow capacity you shouldn’t reeeeeally be looking at a maverick as opposed to a ranger or higher.
For sure, if you need to tow often I'd probably go with a ranger or f-150 depending on weight, but otherwise this seems like a great little vehicle for most people who just wanna haul stuff back from the store
Thank you so much for such an outstanding review. I've been looking forward to this review since the Maverick was first announced. Well done!!
Have a Maverick on order, just waiting patiently for my next vehicle which is an affordable, fuel efficient, sweeeeeet looking truck! Thanks for the great, honest review.
I’ve got my maverick ordered and I got the hybrid. Most people did. It is one of the biggest appeals with what sets this truck apart from any other.
Thanks for the great review. I ordered my Hybrid XLT maverick back in early August and it is great to see that the engine performs as well as it does. Thanks again :).
I have ordered a Cactus Gray Maverick XLT Hybrid with the lux package. I was able to test drive the XLT Ecoboost over the weekend. The truck feels great, has the right amount of room and the utility is great. My primary use for it will be for commuting 125 miles per day for work. Otherwise, I can certainly see using this for landscaping projects around the house.
I have the same commute to work and I'm really considering getting rid of my 2019 F150 for the hybrid. Being 6'6" my only concern is the the amount of room on the inside. I really love the F150 for the amount of interior space it has.
Ordered a lariat version in Area 51. I am really excited to get it. Reviews have been phenomenal. Great job as always Sofian.
Flexing the blinker!
This young man always does great reviews, he doesn’t seem like a truck guy, but he was one of the reasons I bought my 2.7 Ecoboost F150 and Love it.
I order one with the hybrid version to replace my c-max. I want a truck and my wife loves the c-max. So this would the perfect truck for my family. Thanks for the great review
The ford Escape has managed to do 5.8 seconds to 60mph by caranddriver, so I was expecting the Maverick to do around 6.5 seconds with brake torque AWD. It is insane, that a vehicle with such strong straight line performance cost less than 25K.
Dealers want close to $40,000
@@devn3813 i know man! I guess im going to have to wait till all this demand pases.
Great video! I have a hybrid XL on order as we speak. Added just a few options (spray-in liner, tow hitch, and moonroof) and even after delivery, taxes, and fees I'm under $25k. Its the perfect vehicle for me since I commute into the city for work, but could really use a bed for home projects and hauling music gear. Don't need a $40k truck with 12k lb of towing and 16mpg for that usage scenario. Wish the XL had cruise control, but its still loaded compared to the '95 Ranger XLT I grew up with!
This is pretty much the exact same reason I want one (no music gear, but home projects)...there is always a chance of adding cruise with FORScan by changing as-built data and adding the physical buttons (whether that means buying a little piece or the entire wheel from the XLT). This is my hope at least because I think the XL is the only way I can justify the cost. XLT with lux pkg would be nice, but I don't want to spend $27k+ on a vehicle if my goal is fuel economy and saving money. Especially when the payment would only be a little more than my Fusion and the city mileage is honestly close to double while highway mileage would be similar.
That is nearly my exact same build minus the moonroof
@@timwhitacre3697 Same. Pre-ordered my Maverick XL hybrid last month. ~$24k. Feels like a steal.
No cruise is such a shame on xl
@@hughes3947 From a price perspective it isn't really surprising. They have to save money somewhere given the unusually low cost.
I cant wait enough I just ordered XLT Hybrid and I love u honest review so thoroughly and easy explained without the technical mumbo jumbo like the other guys do
I really like this truck. My only request is that Ford offer AWD in the hybrid as I live in Colorado and I would want AWD. I like your idea of a plug in hybrid as well. Great review.
it’ll come. I’m willing to bet money on it.
@@nfscooterguy Ford is leaving money on the table the longer it takes to get here.
@@CruiseControl1 Not really since nobody can make enough cars for demand at the moment. Hybrid AWD will come, one reason I decided to wait.
@@MonkeyPunchZPoker Yeah you're probably right on that one, I just hope once this chip shortage gets worked out they have an AWD option for the hybrid. Or better yet an EV variant that can tow 5k-6k pounds and get 200-300 miles of range.
$20k and 40mpg. It's a crazy new world.
$20k, 191 or 250hp, 40mpg, 0-60 in 6ish seconds and while also being a truck. It’s a crazy new world for sure.
Could have bought a brand new 3cyl Chevy/Geo Metro 20 years ago with 50mpg for 8 thousand bucks... This is nothing lol.
@@Stressless2023 except that car is dog slow and not as practical
@@Stressless2023 That Geo was just a step above nothing.
@@timjohnson1199 Don't hate on the Chevy/Geo Metro... Having zero comfort features mixed with tin can construction made for Toyota Prius-ish gas mileage and a truly memorable driving experience assuming you didn't die from being struck by a speeding cycler on a Mongoose lol.
You called it at the end. I have ordered a hybrid lariat instead of having to settle for an elantra or corolla limited. It is a car. It is my Ranchero
I ordered the hybrid Lariat version and couldn't be more excited. 2 notes: It does not have a typical belt-and-pulley CVT, it has an e-CVT which is mechanically different. Also, the moon roof is not part of the lariat luxury package. It is an additional $800 add-on.
Never heard of Ford using e-CVT, only heard from Japanese automakers like Honda or Toyota.
@@blackwhirlwind1245 Well hope that's a good thing in terms of potential long-term durability then. The wife had a '14 Nissan Altima CVT and it kicked the bucket last year at 86k miles, disgusted both of us. Mechanically totalled.
Great review as always. If I get a truck, it's going to be this one. What I like about it is it doesn't pretend to not be a truck. It's a truck. A small truck, but still a truck.
This will be my next vehicle! Why get a prius? Or suv hybrid, when you can get a compact truck with a bed doing the same MPG!
Exactly. I’m selling the Prius work truck. 😂
My prius is averaging 63mpg in mixed driving. Tell me when this matches that.
@@grahamstefaan Holler when you can haul 1500lbs of mulch in the back of your Prius.
@@mowcowbell holler at me when this thing reaches 30k miles without breaking down...
@@jay.0621 Prius arent really reliable lol
My Off Road 4x4, Eco-boost is currently in production !
I live on a mountain here in New Hamshire, so during the Winter we get a lot of snow.
As a semi retired contractor, I also do a lot of Skiing and Fly-fishing, and I don't like a lot of down time due to the weather. Therefore, the equipment choices were a no brainer for me .
Thanks for sharing XD
Watch Chevy bring back the El Camino but full electric..
Another great video!!!
Bet Chevy already put some designers and engineers on "El Camino duty" after they heard about Ford's 100k pre-orders for this lol. This thing is about to sell out.
@@chynacash3138 just hope Chevy will upgrade their interior and make it standard AWD to differentiate themselves.. same if Dodge will bring back the Dakota. Strictly street version and another for trails.
@@ajjax89 Was just thinking about what Chevy and Ram/Dodge are planning now. I know they both have to be watching how hot the sales of this Maverick are turning out to be, but they'd definitely have their work cut out since I doubt they could match let alone beat the biggest selling points of this Maverick for most consumers which seems to be bargain price and fuel economy. FCA/Stellantis should have already made a move in this segment after how many people lined up to pay over MSRP for the ugly Jeep Gladiator.
That would be sweet.
Great review! This compact ute doesn’t suite my needs but I have to say Ford really nailed an underserved segment of the truck market for weekend warriors. 👍
"I expected this to feel like a penalty box". Ha ha ha. That made me laugh! 😆
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See What Scott Kilmer Says First.
@@coiledsteel8344 This has absolutely nothing to do with my post.
@@coiledsteel8344 What the hell are you talking about? My wife has been driving her slow ass 2011 Ford Escape hybrid UNIBODY for the last 10 years getting damn near 40mpg with probably over 130k miles right now sitting in our carport and still has the original engine/trans/hybrid battery... Scotty Kilmer is a hack.
@@coiledsteel8344 "See What Scott Kilmer Says First."
Fuck allllll the way off with that hack.
The Escape hybrid gets 44/37 and weighs 3870, so the Maverick should get very close if not slightly better mpg.
Escape is probably a little more aerodynamic though. I’m sure it’ll still be great anyway.
Initial reports that I've seen say that the in town is better than 40, but highway is pretty close to what they list it as. I think overall it will be lower than Escape, but only by 2-3 MPG at most...and when you can get into an XL for $22k vs the Escape Hybrid at $28k+ (even though it has more features), that's a huge win in overall savings with the Maverick.
With hybrids it's also worth checking what a real world feather foot will do to MPG. Savvy drivers can get decently above sticker MPG with most hybrids.
I have a 2002 gmc sierra v6 that has done my heavy work for 5 years and now that I no longer work in construction but do small home projects want a newer car that isn't horrible on gas I believe this will be my perfect match it is high on my list for a purchase next year
Great job, thanks. Especially appreciate the 0-60. Have ordered the XLT Hybrid, and was expecting maybe 8 - 8.5, not 7.5. Bonus! Will be wincing a bit when it's raining or snowing, but not when I'm pulling up to the pumps.
I was surprised too. Ordered the wife a Maverick Lariat hybrid last month. She drives an '11 Ford Escape hybrid that is undeniably slow, so this will be a nice perk when it finally gets delivered.
I ordered a Hybrid XLT in Alto Blue. And I am prepared to wait 5 to 6 months if necessary. They did put brackets under the bed for an additional battery on the left side, so I expect a plug in Hybrid will be offered later.
Great looking vehicle. Think they sell a ton of these. That color looks gorgeous.
I think I'm going to be checking out both the Maverick and the Santa Cruz when my current lease is up in June. Assuming there will be inventory on the lots to actually check out and test drive.
I ordered a Maverick Hybrid with the Lariat package for the seats and sound deadening windshield because I'll be doing some highway miles with it. Your review is excellent, I really appreciate that you did a 0-60 run with the hybrid because that data has been lacking. So you're aware, the Maverick e-CVT is slightly different from the Escape in that they made 1 of the motor/generators slightly larger from what I've read(around 5hp more, with around 20 ft-lbs more torque). That could explain the difference. Keep up the good work!
My base, ‘20 F150 XL, is pretty quiet. Sound dampening glass, laminated side windows, impressive for a truck that cost 26K
@@stevethomas760 I'm assuming you are referring to Maverick pricing, as the closest I can see a F150 SuperCrew(4dr) with the smallest bed and engine options is a MSRP of $37K. If that's the case, yes, I agree.
@@nickb3968 No for my truck. Regular cab, short bed with a 3.3L , chrome bumpers & '17" alloys rims. This is a base truck, rubber mats. Really just what I wanted. Listed for 32K , dealer dropped 6.5K off = 26K
@@stevethomas760 Given it doesn't have four doors/rear seats it doesn't seem like an "apples to apples" comparison per se- but as long as you're happy that's all that matters.
@@nickb3968 Should have been clearer. Sound deadening glass came with a '20 base truck
Ordered a hybrid xlt in carbonized grey last June. Really looking forward to this!
The reviewed Lariat truck is 30k+ as spec'd. The 20k number is hype as most people want something nicer than a fleet truck. Got a mid tier XLT on order for 25k myself
My dad pre-ordered the base $20k XL specifically for the steel wheels lol. I think some people will actually like the "fleet" look.
I see plenty of people drive the base LE Corolla with steel wheels.
Ford Will Raise
the Prices.
2.0 EcoBoost AWD for me. I live near Buffalo New York so we get plenty of snow.
HOW IS IT 0-60mph IN 7.5 SECONDS?? That is actually incredible.
Ikr! My wife drives a 2011 Ford Escape hybrid and it's slow as dirt, ALL it does is get good MPG... 7.5 seconds in this thing with even BETTER mpg ratings is damn impressive.
I don't need a new car. But, man, this hybrid looks really good. All my driving is around town. And hauling two kayaks to the lake is all twisty roads that end up being just like heavy traffic.
Ordered a hybrid. I don't anticipate towing much, I will be using it as a hardware store crawler.
I live in the burbs but go into a downtown urban area twice a week, and while this won't be a replacement for my fusion, it will become my main car.
I ordered the XLT in velocity blue with the hybrid drivetrain. I added a few inexpensive options and the 360 tech pkg. I am anxious to get it.. The one I drove at the dealership was the XL with the 2 litre eco boost. It is a snappy little thing. I to wish the hybrid was AWD but i'm after the mileage. My car is a subaru outback which is only AWD and it is just plain happy in the snow. A little plug for subaru.
What the majority of F150 drivers actually need lol
I personally ordered the hybrid in the XL model at the lowest specs in area 51. I prefer having an open bed for picking up larger items for the house or a camping trip, but never any heavy duty stuff and I never tow anything. I'm coming from a Nissan frontier which I chose last time because it was simply the most cost efficient truck on the market. While I liked the utility and reliability the Frontier gave me (in six and a half years of ownership the only thing I had to fix was the battery and tires), it did suffer from poor fuel efficiency and an awful turn radius. When the new Frontier came in at around the same price as all the other midsized trucks, it's appeal to me just fell off. The price point naturally drove me to the Maverick. I'm looking forward to the outrageous fuel economy for a truck. (Range of over 400 miles is nuts) I'm also looking forward to the more car like feel when driving. I don't drive much, so I'm fine without all the bells and whistles you get from a higher trim. My only fear is reliability. I know when it comes to trucks, Ford has a good reputation in that area, but this is really an SUV in truck's clothing. I'm sure it will be fine, but my last vehicle was such a non issue, and this one certainly is a more complex engine.
Have a Marvrick on order: Lariat Lux package with the 2.5 Hybrid
Same, ordered last week. Dealer said 8 weeks. I think it will be longer
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Taiwan, Forget About 8 Weeks.
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@@shannonboone3640 no way in hell you see this in 8 weeks. They have a 100k orders in front of you so be patient.
@@kkatlvolvo yeah I know. But hey maybe I'll get lucky
Thanks for the review. Did order the hybrid Lariat with lux pkg, hot red pepper, and 360 pilot. Wanted a hybrid as not ready for an EV with charge times but wanted great mileage and a half dozen times a year really miss having a truck. This satisfies both needs and hope it's really comfortable for long trips.
Had this truck came out before I bought my mazda3 back in 2018, I would've went this truck instead lol. Not gonna lie, I never cared to look at Ford vehicles, but man, ever since they discontinued their sedans' line-up, they've been putting out very, very interesting vehicles.
Always like how you review every vehicles you drive. So detailed, true and honest. Keep at it! 👍🏽💪🏽
Thanks for the detailed review!! Geat job!! I reserved a Lariat AWD with the 2.0 Turbo, so I can't wait to drive it!!
I have a Hybrid XLT on order. I think the reviewer here is mistaken, the Hybrid actually has more orders than the ecoboost at this point by a decent margin.
Put 100 down for one a xlt hybrid. Going to be mostly for my work and commute. Enough room for my tools and supplies and going to throw a rack on it for longer items. My current truck is killing my bank account. Been spending close to 800 a month on gas. Seen one at the dealer i was at and was happy i could actually reach into the bed without climbing up it.
Great review! I really think Ford is heading in the right direction with this version of truck. I will shortly be fully retired and highly considering a Maverick for my around town driving. I like the Lariat hybrid version but will probably wait until they come out with a hybrid AWD and maybe a plug-in version. I’m impressed that it’s car like qualities with driving/handling seem better for longer trips and less fatigue. I will be closely watching and waiting and jump on the train when Ford makes a few more upgrades with this truck. Maybe they will even come up with HUD?
I know the 2.0L offers AWD so what I want to clarify is getting the hybrid in AWD
I know that there are a lot of people who will get the 2.0 ecoboost and don't really care about a hybrid, and I am sure that the number of ecoboost drivers will go up when people start buying them off lots. Also I am sure that there are many who will only consider the 2.0 ecoboost with AWD. But in the samples of orders, something like 2/3 are hybrid orders. I think there is a different group of buyers that wanted a hybrid, and for those buyers there is no comparison to the santa cruz.
I love that blue interior! Reminds me of old school trucks!
This is honestly one of the best cars Ford has released in a long time! And you were on point at the end when you mentioned choosing this car over a Corolla, Civic, or Mazda. Much more interesting and useful vehicle, with same if not superior MPG and performance (especially compared to Corolla).
question is...how reliable are these trucks?
@@jay.0621 too soon to tell 🙃
@@jay.0621 The cvt and hybrid system should be very reliable. As for the smaller things like in car electronics, it should be pretty good, but maybe expect small electrical issues for the first model year.
@@KB-bh9hp i actually wanna go with the 2 ltre ecoboost/8 speed tranny/awd, but not sure how reliable that powertrain combo is.never owned a ford before.
@@jay.0621 It should be pretty reliable, but every piece of evidence thus far implies the hybrid will be much more reliable.
Maverick is not a CVT as you know them to be, with belts and pulleys. It makes use of a single planetary gearset and two electric motors to create infinite ratios. Because the motors are what drive the wheels.
Oh, ok, so it's gonna have an eCVT then, similar to what some hybrids and EVs use. That's good to know and might make me change my mind and get the hybrid version of the Maverick, since the eCVT is reportedly a strong and extremely durable type of transmission.
I have to stop watching reviews on this truck (this was a great one as always) because my wife's rouge might magically be replaced in our driveway.
Why does your wife keep her facial cosmetics in your driveway?
@@chuckd7423 LoL 😆 not sure he got the message.
It's too late for me.
I have a XLT hybrid, copilot 360 with trailer hitch in hot poppy red on order. Be glad when I get it.
Correction at about 22:00, Ford specs say the hybrid pulls 155 lb of torque (and 162 HP; 191 combined)
But the electric motor is adding some torque and that is not being shown in the stats.
@@cp6027 it's in Ford's public spec sheet so it is in the stats.
I don't know by what formula hybrid makers translate electric engine torque into the global HP but that's a question for another day...
Ordered a 2.0 with the AWD and 4k towing. From what I've heard, about 3/4ths of the orders are Hybrid
Don't mind me asking was the ballpark price & delivery ?$
@@richbillson3174 32K, I also optioned in a moonroof, rear sliding window, and luxury package.
I ordered the Lariat hybrid luxury package. First truck in over 20 years. And first hybrid.
Just ordered the 2.0 Lariat First Edition a few days ago. Hopefully arriving end of December
Very nice review. I ordered my Lariat Hybrid in June and my build date is Dec 6th so I expect to get it in January. I didn't get the sunroof but the other upgrades which include SIRUS radio which is NOT offered in the other trims. Yes I know you can get aftermarket SIRUS but it should be standard or at least an option in ALL Mavericks IMO. I currently have a 2013 Frontier that gets 16 MPG around town BUT it is fantastic in all other aspects. This truck will be good for camping/hiking/biking.
After looking at plenty of reviews of the Maverick I'm pretty darn happy with my choice of the Santa Cruz - if I was going for high MPG and lowest price I would have chosen the Maverick. I actually had reserved and placed a deposit on both. I have no doubt that there will be more nicer interior trims in the Maverick over time as people who are looking for a CUV with a bed will be shopping the Ford vs. the Hyundai. From what I understand people are having a tough time getting that $21k (with destination) XL models delivered. People are also saying that the price on the Santa Cruz is just too darn high - Hyundai offers just a couple accessories on top trim (in the US it's the Limited) - mine was delivered for just a little over $39k and while that seems like it's more than the Maverick - build one yourself and add those options and accessories on the Ford site and see where you wind up (don't forget destination which is several hundred more than the Hyundai). It's absolutely preference and I still really like the Maverick - I think for most who need a car/SUV with a bed it's hard to go wrong with the Ford
The Santa Cruz alone has some pretty bad markups, but from what I have seen, the Mavericks are MUCH worse. You will not regret the Cruz. It will be FAR more reliable and feel and function more like a car that is ahead of its model year rather than stuck in the past. That and you will enjoy that downright luxurious interior for what is essentially a generic SUV/ute.
@@MDKN22 I've had mine for almost 3 months now - love it.... absolutely no regrets - I would have liked to have a Maverick XL for literally around town and trips to the home improvement store or to get 15 bags of mulch. I did have a reservation on one but the deal started playing games almost instantly with requests for a $1000 deposit - the only thing I thought was okay was the salesperson wanted me to have a signed purchase agreement and HE said it would have the agreed upon price with my deposit reflected on it. With all the craziness going on with Broncos I just got rubbed the wrong way with Ford dealers. I'm sure the Maverick is going to be a good little truck but it may take a year or so to shake out the bugs and improve their manufacturing quality...
@@Scotty_in_Ohio I was on Ford website last night .
Could not have built one and ordered directly from website ?
Funny how you’re so insecure that you needed to watch Maverick reviews just to validate your choice.
I am curious as to how the fwd hybrid would do in snow. I bet it would be pretty good because of the ground clearance. I need a vehicle that can get me out of my long driveway after a heavy snow.
Tires make all the difference.. I had a front wheel truck 30 years ago and it was FANTASTIC!
@@mikesawyer1336 thanks for reassuring me. I live in Michigan and those MPG’s are too good to pass up!
I've driven a variety of pickups over the past couple of decades. In general, if you are to have a two wheel drive pickup, you're likely to fare far better if the drive wheels are in the front. I think I see a Maverick hybrid in my near future. Good luck!
I've been wondering this as well, generally speaking, Utah winters aren't super bad, we don't usually get a lot of snow unless you live near the mountains. In the SLC area, you're generally only dealing with about 6 inches of snow, so it should be fine for us. Plus, most trucks struggle in the snow because they're rear wheel drive, and thus, don't have much weight over the drive wheels. The fwd truck shouldn't have that issue in theory.
I love that school bus yellow!
I’d take this thing over either of the equivalent Ford SUVs or the Hyundai Santa Cruz. I hope it does well so GM, Dodge, Nissan, and Toyota get in the mix for the category as well.
I love this truck. I may need a new car by the 2nd generation f this truck and this will be in the running. Hopefully, by then it gets sync 4 and they fill that cubby hole with a bigger screen. I heard it got sync 3 because of the chip shortage and it also affected the screen size that could be added. All in all this is a great little all around truck especially for the money. I would get the 2.0 AWD XLT with he FX4 package.
That base XL model is gonna become the new standard for small business trucks. Why buy a ranger/taco/Colorado when you can save so much and get this? That means the used market will one day be flooded with those things sitting around 100k miles and probably super cheap.
Ordered 2.0 Ecoboost AWD / FX / XLT / tow pkg / area 51 on Oct. 4th.
Notified this week that scheduled build is week of Dec. 20.
Merry Christmas to me! Hope the holiday parties are not too wild (#thegood?olddays).
Config'ed online then hand off to dealership for order. No markup over MSRP. Can't wait!
if my Ram wasn't so close to being paid off i would be seriously eyeing this one. i wish it had AWD as an option with the Hybrid. i would definitely wait for that.
I ordered a Lariat hybrid on Nov 15, literally minutes before Ford stopped taking orders. The next order window will open in the summer. I ordered the hybrid because it can be flat-towed behind an RV and is relatively light. I've never seen this capability mentioned in any of the reviews.
Not going to lie, I really thought this was a bad idea for Ford. But even though I never looked into them, I see a picture and it grew on me. I feel like this truck is a truck that is stripped down with the luxuries that are used to having but still give some creature comforts that keeps up with today. Kinda want to actually give it try now
MAAAAAAAAAN I really wish Ford would of brought this truck to Australia because I would buy this in a heart beat
Lariat Hybrid here. Pleased you are pleased with the hybrid...Thanks
Im really liking this. My wife has a 2014 Edge Sport and I have a 17 Fusion Sport. Definitely getting the Maverick next year.
Definitely NOT IF🇨🇳 CCP Attacks 🇹🇼 Taiwan
@@coiledsteel8344 I used to be stressed about things like this, now I'm just like, whatever happens happens lol.
Just graduated college and started my first "adult" job, if you will, and I ended up finding out about this truck. I'm definitely gonna be buying one of these used at low mileage in a couple years
XLT hybrid. I don’t have a real need to tow, and I lived for a decade in Wyoming winters without needing AWD. Tires are more important anyhow. I do far more road driving and the mpg is more important so the hybrid is an obvious choice for me.
I have a couple years to go before I can purchase a new car but when I can, it will be a Maverick XLT
Nice review. I'm waiting for the hybrid to get AWD hopefully and larger screen. It's affecting my OCD cos the screen is off-center.
Who cares
Very thorough review👍🏻
I have a First Edition Lariat 4x4 with 4K tow package on order. Can’t wait to take delivery. Amazing deal at $35k loaded and getting just under 30pmg (especially with gas over $3/gal!)🤓
When Joe Canceled the Keystone Pipeline, Get Ready For $5.00 a Gallon.
@@coiledsteel8344 just tell all of your friends to buy an EV.. leaving more oil for the rest of us.
Just got mine on Monday xlt with fx4 package. It is freaking amazing!! I just ordered rough country 2 inch lift and k02 tires. It gonna look mint! 👀
I am going to hold out for the 2023 model but definitely impressed with the 2022 Maverick. Going to go Hybrid XLT. I prefer the XL in a lot of ways but lack of cruise control and the steelies are a few reasons why it probably won't fit for me. 14 gallon tank with 42 MPG city EPA number is awesome for a hybrid. Auto hold and multiple drive modes for the hybrid is also pretty cool. A few aftermarket upgrades will be needed (bigger and better tires, new bumper and lights), but the compact truck is most of the way there for me.
Great review. Glad to see details of how the hybrid drives.
I ordered the XLT Hybrid with luxury pkg, 360 co-pilot, and rear slide window!! in Cactus Gray!! thanks for this review i was kinda skeptical about the hybrid trim, but if you like it I'm pretty sure is good!!
Next Redline review.... Cheapest Maverick vs Cheapest Santa Cruz💯
I like the interior color choices, reminds me of my dad’s Oldsmobile Cutlass station wagon from the mid-90s.
We ordered the Hybrid XLT with Luxury package and Ford Copilot 360 in Cactus Grey a while back. Our build date is December 7th and we can’t wait! I think the trim level and options we got is the sweet spot… and from what I’ve heard, about the most popular spec.
How exciting! When did you place your order?
I’ve preordered a Blue Maverick XL with a 2.0t and as many options as possible.
I'll wait for the 1st year shake down, and then the refresh! Lots of potential here in the hybrid version, what with ridiculous gas prices and a looming tax per every mile you drive (WHAT???)
To answer that question for myself, yes, I ordered the XL with hybrid engine and FWD in August. My partner and I have a small farm with horses. We need a general utility vehicle that can haul feed sacks or hay bales easily, but also double as a passenger vehicle for trips into town. In the past we have settled for crossover or carryall types, such as the early Escape (the boxy one, not the sleeked down version selling today) or the old Jeep Cherokee with its large closed cargo area. Considering climate change and fuel prices, I was holding out for an all electric vehicle, but those just aren't affordable or practical yet and we needed something now. The hybrid seems like the best compromise, and the anticipated efficiency of this one, combined with the very low price, was the ultimate selling point. It looks like several months delay now to get the vehicle actually built, but it should be worth the wait. Oh, and this is the first truck I've ever purchased. The giant pickups like the F150 or Chevrolet Silverado have no appeal whatsoever for me.
Until you drive one. I’ve always owned full size trucks. 80% of the time the bed is empty.
@@mitchellkasdin1899 *shrugs* I have never been a proponent of "bigger is better." Climate change is a serious thing. Very serious. Hybrids and electrics are an essential part of the solution.
@@tivoovero I agree climate change is real deal. A bigger deal is $4 a gallon for 87 octane gas ⛽️. A 250 mile round trip drive costs $100. I stopped driving my Ford F-150. 💸