2024 Ford Maverick Review and Specs

The 2024 Ford Maverick, which made it back onto our rankings of the 10 Best Trucks and SUVs and Editors' Choice this year, is at the forefront of the developing trend suggesting small pickups are becoming popular again. The Escape crossover pushes its way below the mid-size Ranger in the Ford pickup truck lineup based on its mechanicals. It may not be constructed on a truck chassis like the Ranger and the F-150, but it nevertheless has strong towing and payload capacity. Front-wheel drive and a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder are standard, but all-wheel drive and a fuel-efficient hybrid drivetrain are also options. When outfitted appropriately, the Maverick can tow up to 4000 pounds and carry up to 1500 pounds of cargo in its small frame. Its well-appointed interior and the extensive array of features available on most variants give it a more luxurious feel than its reasonable price would imply. But the most economical option is the standard XL trim, which is ideal for fleet use and on-the-job use. All things considered, the Maverick is an attractive little pickup vehicle that comes equipped with great usefulness. In the upcoming years, there will undoubtedly be more little pickup trucks on the market, but for now, the Maverick just has to contend with the more costly Hyundai Santa Cruz.

What Is 2024 Bringing?

The hybrid drivetrain of the Maverick is no longer the default configuration. Pricing for the vehicle will increase by $1500 if the 191-hp hybrid configuration is ordered starting with the 2024 model year. This year, front-wheel drive and a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder powerplant became the de facto norm; all-wheel drive is still offered, but only when this engine is used.

Cost and Selection of Items for Purchase

The 2024 Ford Maverick ranges in price from $25,410 to $39,945 according on the model and extras.

Performance, Engine, and Transmission

Ford replaced the base powertrain of the Bronco Sport, which had a turbocharged three-cylinder engine, with a spirited 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine producing 250 horsepower and an eight-speed automated gearbox. All-wheel drive is an optional feature with this powertrain. An electric motor helps the 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid engine, which has a combined 191 horsepower. This powertrain option is available. This configuration only has a continuously variable automatic gearbox (CVT) and front-wheel drive. With the optional turbo four, the Maverick feels quite spirited while driving and can hit 60 mph in 5.9 seconds on our test course. Even while the hybrid powertrain isn't as nimble and took 7.7 seconds to reach 60 mph in our tests, it still does the job.

Ford Maverick Payload and Towing Capacity

The Maverick has a 1500-pound payload capability and a 2000-pound towing capacity even with the hybrid drivetrain. The Maverick's optional Tow package and turbocharged four-cylinder allow it to tow up to 4,000 pounds. Looking to use a tiny truck to pull even more weight? The maximum weight that the Hyundai Santa Cruz can tow is 5000 pounds.

Cargo, Comfort, and Interior

Every Maverick has a crew cab, meaning it has four full-size doors and a spacious rear seat. Throughout the cabin, Ford has placed several storage cubbies and bins, including several sizable sections beneath the back seat. Although they are not very luxurious, base versions do come with standard amenities including a remote keyless entry system, an adjustable lumbar support for the front seats, and a tilting and telescoping steering wheel with audio controls. On the XLT and Lariat trims, additional amenities such power front seats, ambient interior lighting, and dual-zone automatic temperature control are either standard or available as part of option packages. According to Ford, you won't need to load four-by-eight-foot, three-quarter-inch plywood sheets at an angle since the Maverick's 4.5-foot bed can accommodate up to eighteen of them.

Connectivity and Entertainment

All Maverick levels come equipped with an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system as standard. Additionally included as standard amenities are Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as an onboard Wi-Fi hotspot included in the basic model. Wireless smartphone charging, an updated B&O Play sound system, and SiriusXM satellite radio are available as options.

Features for Safety and Driver Assistance

The Maverick has a number of driver-assistance features, but many of the most popular ones will cost extra if you want to upgrade to a higher trim level or purchase an option package. Visit the websites of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for further details on the Maverick's crash test results. Important safety characteristics consist of:

• Typical automatic braking in an emergency
• Lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assistance are available.
• Adaptive cruise control is available.

Coverage for Maintenance and Warranty

The Maverick comes with the same pretty basic standard warranty package as all new Ford vehicles. A free planned maintenance program does not exist.

• A limited warranty is valid for 36 months or 36,000 miles.
• A powertrain warranty is valid for 60,000 miles or five years.
• The warranty for hybrid components lasts for eight years or 100,000 miles.
• No free planned maintenance

FAQ's

Q1. Has there been an issue with the Ford Maverick?

More than 189,000 Maverick pickup vehicles from the 2022–2024 model years are being recalled by Ford in order to update the software and address a turn signal issue. The Maverick's rear turn signals are designed to flash more quickly to alert drivers in the event that one stops functioning.

Q2. Ford repurposed Maverick; why?

In the instance of the Ford Maverick, it was a well-liked little vehicle called after an unbranded, free-range breed of cattle. It also refers to a person who is independent-minded. Additionally, Ford had the perfect opportunity to resurrect the marque when it chose not to create a small vehicle.

Q3. Is this a hybrid Ford Maverick?

A 250-hp turbocharged four-cylinder paired with an eight-speed automated transmission powers the Maverick as standard. A 191-hp four-cylinder connected to an eCVT powers the front wheels in a hybrid configuration. It can drive itself at slow speeds using electric power, and we received an amazing 37 mpg total.

Q4. Is there a timing chain on a Ford Maverick?

It's not a Toyota Prius engine, but it is a chain. When Ford controlled a sizable portion of Mazda, the engine was developed in collaboration with the Japanese automaker.