I've had a Maverick Hybrid for 11 months now and I love it. In the past I've owned full-size and mid-size Chevy and Ford trucks (2 of each). It can't tow the way my Silverado that I traded for it could, but for me, that isn't a big deal, I don't really tow anything. It does have a 3/4 ton payload capacity which is crazy. But for me, the best part is the 41 mpg I get commuting everyday. Beats the heck out of the Silverado's 15 mpg. The Silverado had a 34 gallon tank and the Maverick has a 13.8 gallon tank. I can go further on a tank of gas with the Maverick than I could with the Silverado's huge tank.
@@donjohn281 That's the advantage of a hybrid. Commuting is where hybrids excel because the electric motor does most of the work. When I'm sitting at a stop light, the engine is off, so no burning gas while idling. As long as I'm going less than 45 mph, it's mostly electric, the gas engine just comes on to charge up the battery once in a while. Out on the highway, when the gas engine is actually working, I still get 33 mpg.
Great detail Ken. Actual owners like us know more than the reviewers who get a loaner for a couple of days and pretend to be experts. And they make you stare at them for most of the video. I own one of each I show on my channel because I drive in Park City in the snow. Looks like I drive more hwy miles than you. My combined mpg, AWD = 26 (1 more rhan EPA) Hybrid = 36 (1 less than EPA). I never had a vehicle get close to EPA rating before.
The hybrid is targeted to fleet sales (for the XL trim) and for dads who want some kind of truck but also need to commute. 40+ mpg in city traffic + runs to the big box store and to the ball fields. It's an alternative to a compact SUV or sedan. It's not meant to really compete with bigger pickup trucks.
I have the hybrid xlt and agree with you that it is a little bumpy or truck feeling. Thanks for pointing out that the ecoboost model with its rear independent suspension is a smoother ride. I suspected that was the case. Still love it and I’m still on the first tank of gas from the dealer at three weeks in.
@@corybrown1498 I got a text from dealer that a hybrid was available, xlt, 360, Area 51 with spray in bed liner a few weeks ago. Test drove and purchased on the spot. They asked for $2500 dealer mark but were negotiable. I got them to throw in the $1160 tonneau cover and the deal was done. No complaints here.
One thing to understand about the Maverick (along with many other hybrids) is that that CVT is not a pushbelt, but rather an eCVT, where the engine and the smaller of the 2 motor generators are connected at a planetary gearset, with the engine spinning the planet carrier and the motor generator spinning the sun gear. The continuous variability comes from the motor generator varying it's speed.
It's cvt is the same one used in the escape hybrid and it's proven very reliable the cvt horror stories comes from the Nissan Renault Jaco transmission of which this isn't
You forgot to mention it's a great fleet truck for blue collar companies that don't need awd but the utility and gas savings. Before the price gouging a hybrid starts at 20k usd.
My job is likely going to be looking soon to get out of the 2017 Jeep Renegades we're in now and switch back to Ford (Chrysler-Fiat reliability issues) and I'm hoping we aim for the Mavericks. We only need 2 to complete the fleet, however we will need the AWD as we need to jump curbs and drive off-road pretty frequently. But most of our driving is on-road so fuel mileage is key. I can't see any other vehicle in Ford's lineup satisfying the people in charge at my job. We had a 2013 Escape before and they didn't like that, Bronco and Bronco Sport is too expensive comparatively so I'm sure we'll end up with Mavericks eventually.
This FWD hybrid seems like it was purpose-built as a fleet vehicle where emissions and simplicity are more important than offroad capability. Thinking grounds crews and making hardware store runs.
Or people transistioning down from a full size truck, young people who can actually afford something like this or as a second vehicle in a family or someone who was thinking a full size truck and realized they don't need all that capacity.
Virtually any on road, non-towing truck need, right? A folding midgate would go a long way to really convincing me, but regardless, there are tons of uses for a truck that stays on roads.
Perfect urban or suburban work truck. 40 mpg commuter, hauls lawn seed and mulch from home depot, fits in a standard houses 🏘 garage. No wonder Ford has sold out production for the hybrid Maverick. 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
There were rumors that a hybrid AWD option not being made for another couple of years due to Ford using a different engine and cvt system not being compatible with AWD.... Yet
AWD Mavericks like the first one you drove have an IRS, FWD models use a cheaper, simpler torsion beam setup. Could explain why this one didn't handle the rough stuff as well.
Just got mine two weeks ago, and right on time since gas has skyrocketed. I haven't really broken it in yet, but I am averaging 47mpg. That's amazing.. I traded in an F150 and mercury grand marquis, and in comparison this little truck is tossable on fun roads. Is it perfect, naw.. but MAN do I love mine..
I got lucky and found an XL on a local lot while looking for a Ranger. Even with the additional $5K dealer charge, it was a good deal. It is a hybrid with the 2.5 liter engine. I am retired and this little truck met my needs. The power and speed surprised me. The mileage is terrific, and just in time. The price of gas is out of control, but I’ve only had to fill my tank one time since I bought the truck 5 weeks ago. I live in Orange County, CA, and still haven’t seen another one on the street. I’ve had a few cool cars in my life, but I’ve never had more random strangers stop and ask me about this cool little truck. It is certainly hard to find, and I’ve noticed a few for sale on the secondary used market with $10,000 and up markups. It’s not often an economy car is worth more after you drive it off the dealer lot.
Nice little truck for the farm. It would have to have AWD through. Hybirid would be nice for us folks that have to drive an hour to work and live in the country.
This format of vehicle is THE format I've been looking for my whole life, so I sure hope it's quality and reliable, I just want it to work and be affordable to keep on the road without stranding me. I sure hope they did a good job because this format of vehicle is THE format I've been looking for my whole life! If it's ford plastic crap and the electronics fritz out all the time, then FAILURE. But gosh, thanks for just trying to provide an affordable, practical vehicle! Thank you! This is the only thing out there that is even in the realm of reasonable. I appreciate the attempt. And I will be at least trying this out and keeping a close eye on the rate of ford recalls. If the first run of them fail, I'll be watching the 2nd and 3rd runs from the assembly plants, because I am so happy this vehicle has finally been made!
The hybrid system is a licensed version of the Toyota hybrid powertrain. Ford did something really smart for once and instead of investing heavily on r&d decided to buy the license for a tried and tested system from one of the most reliable car brands out there!
That’s false. They use a very similar system to Toyota but it was not developed by Toyota and bought by Ford like you claimed, both companies came up with and have developed their own hybrid systems with “E-CVT” in parallel for years now.
@@word42069 in Europe they use the same Toyota hybrid power plant under license. And Toyota created the e-cvt ages ago, if what you say is true than either Ford had the e-cvt hybrid system ready decades ago or they blatantly copied a rival brand's technology... But, hey you may be right, i only know that ford hybrid engines in europe are toyota
@@asore23Ford hybrids aren't purchased from Toyota. They're very similar, but that's because the companies worked together. I believe the original design was actually Ford, like Ford started developing this style of hybrid first.
@@Renho17 actually since this is a truck for non trucky people, makes a lot more sense if a single tank of petrol could last you for 3 months if you just do quick home depot runs.
Huge fan of how all Mavericks come standard with Auto high beams. If only all cars could have this night driving would be bliss. Also a fan of emergency braking with pre collision assist being standard on all models. The car brakes and helps reduce the speed at which an accident occurs. It's free! Wild when compared to 10 or 15 years ago when this would have been a very high end model high-end option.
A 60/40 split rear seat especially if you have the hybrid (no storage there/battery) & two tier storage in armrest would be nice. Aftermarket may cure the armrest
This truck has me actually considering a truck as my next vehicle. Cost and fuel efficiency plus flexible capability? It looks really good in person too in Alto Blue. Can't find many good hatchbacks or wagons in this price range and this has more features...
In reality shoppers are looking at huge markups on stock inventory. Saw a Lariat hybrid for $48,000 today for example. Mid trim XLT going in the high 30s and lower 40s. And custom orders are closed. Pre orders like mine are going to be 8 months if I'm lucky. Right now the Maverick is just a nice concept. (Edit: USD)
Nor do virtually any wagons or hatchbacks get 42mpg city, unless you want a Tesla model S at 103mpge (which was my choice years ago- but I love the maverick!)
It would be great if we could get Ford to actually listen regarding basic things that the Maverick needs to make available: fog lights, electric rear window defroster, basic cruise control in the XL, heated and ventilated front seats...
For years and years people have been whining about the lack of a compact, relatively cheap truck. Now Ford actually offers a compact truck, relatively cheap, a hybrid verson, an awd version and a couple trim levels. So now what are people whining about? "I'm not happy they don't offer cruise control in the XL" Hey people, including these two young guys reviewing this truck, I know you're too damn young to appreciate this, but this is an economy truck, pure and simple. Don't ask for the sky and then want the moon as well.
@@notlNSIGHT Recalls are not the end of the world, the nicest of vehicles have recalls. Name me a vehicle that has not had a recall. The whole recall issue has become a "nothing burger" and really is irevelant. How do you manufacture something as complex as a vehicle and not expect to do some retrofitting or replacement of parts? I've been a mechanical engineer for 40 years; if these recalls trouble you, you would not survive in the larger world of manufacturing.
@@notlNSIGHT You don't have to swear to make your point. There's been no cases of fires and it's been isolated to a supplier issue. The manufacturer is moving quickly to remedy the potential hazard. Taking a precautionary move quickly to prevent such a thing happening is a good thing. Relax........
Sorry you should not still be waiting. There are people who ordered in Sept that are already driving their Mavs. Ford should build per the date of the order no matter who your dealer is. The problem is it also depends on how many allocations your dealer gets. Ford's attempt to be fair to their dealers with allocations is very unfair to buyers like you.
@Artur to that point, I placed my Mav hybrid order in early Aug but ford didn't accept my order untill late September. I wondered if the dealer didn't put the order in right away
My Honda civic si has never been stuck in the snow ever. It's driven threw wet grass no problem. Idk what the obsession with awd is all about. People act like the car won't even move without it. I couldn't care less whether I have it or not.
I mean is it really that different? My mom owns a Prius and it acts about exactly the same as the eCVT with its conventional CVT the only differences are in the mechanical bits really. They drive the same.
I wish they did it with AWD. It's perfectly possible as they showed in the Escape, with a proper driveshaft. Or even just put a small electric motor in the rear like Toyota does (Ford's hybrid system is the same technology), even like 20-30hp would be plenty to provide extra grip in slippery conditions.
I got super lucky and found my IDEAL truck on CarMax. I’m getting a one-owner 2021 Ford F-150 SuperCab STX 4x4 5.0L in Lead Foot Gray (a discontinued color for 2022!) it should be ready to pick up around Valentine’s Day! I’m so pumped! Great content as always, much love from Texas!
So to be clear, a 200-inch vehicle that is seven inches or more LONGER than a Camry or Accord or Santa Cruz is now considered small. And you forgot to add the best feature of the Maverick - its $1,500 delivery charge! Ford definitely is looking to extract every dime.
Destination is something everyone pays for any new vehicle though. Destination for a RAM 1500 is $1795. $1695 for Silverado. A CRV you’ll still pay $1300. No you can not get a Maverick for under 20k in real life and that’s a bit of deceptive marketing. But it is still dang cheap compared to literally anything else on the market. A base Maverick is cheaper than a base Corolla. And much cheaper than a Corolla hybrid. Maverick has faults but I don’t think price is one anyone can complain on.
@@Sir_Pants_Alot I know, but manufacturers playing the non-negotiable delivery charge that isn't part of the advertised price is purely for the sake of false advertising. D&D fees have increased on average 30% in the last three years, and that type of hyperinflation is simply false advertising. The fact that they are all doing it now to some degree or another doesn't make it OK. If people don't get mad about it, soon it'll be $2 or $3K.
@@BoopSnoot Delivery fees were never that high percentage-wise ever, so this is just another money grab like this idiotic attempt to charge subscription services for features on the car, like heated seats. And you know for a fact when gas prices go down, as they will inevitably, there delivery fees will not, and will probably go up.
@@BoopSnoot if you want to get mad about industry pricing standards does it really make sense to start at the cheapest option in the segment? That’s like boycotting off brand products in the grocery because every item in the store went up 20%.
I would have bought one of these if I could find one or avoid a 4-month+ wait on order. No longer need a full-size or the horrendous mileage that comes with it. Great review & awesome little truck! 👍🏻🇺🇸🇨🇦
@Michael Ross Yeah, it’s going to be a long haul; just like the Bronco, but beyond Ford’s control. Orders are closed on the hybrid too [last I checked], so hopefully production will ramp back up.
My ecoboost maverick came in on Thursday, it’s definitely worth the wait. Though I ordered in mid June so that was about 7 1/2 months waiting, and hybrids are waiting even longer.
@@wilmarbarrick3194 that’s not true. CVT transmissions have a bad rap, because a system of belts and pulleys is not great for reliability. An E-CVT transmission is much more reliable and simpler. Ford made it very clear the difference for a reason.
So few car journalists have gone through the 5 minutes of time it takes to inform yourselves of the eCVT transmission that the hybrid maverick has. It is NOT like a traditional CVT at all. It is all solid metal gears and has 1/3 the moving parts of a regular automatic transmission.
@@sic22l It is far different than the CVT I had in my Mitsubishi outlander sport. That CVT was also used by several other manufacturers and is pure nightmare fuel. The ECVT in the Maverick is in a whole different league compared to that.
@@sic22l It is far different than the CVT I had in my Mitsubishi outlander sport. That CVT was also used by several other manufacturers and is pure nightmare fuel. The ECVT in the Maverick is in a whole different league compared to that.
I don’t understand. “Allowing”? There is no alternative path by which they can get vehicles to customers. Would they say to dealers “we won’t sell you vehicles unless you promise not to increase your margin beyond a certain point”? I agree that gouging sucks. I wish it wasn’t happening, but I don’t believe anything WRONG is happening.
Maverick is not setup for that type of AWD system. They would just put the AWD system on from the Ecoboost which is a mechanical system with a driveshaft.
@@BoopSnoot the new Koenigsegg electric motor is small enough to fit anywhere probably so Ford just needs to buy them out. Just imagine an extra 335 hp at the back wheels 😂
My favorite car reviewers! Thanks for doing both models. People give me wired looks cause I like to blast the stereo when I’m merely coping with the disconcerting noises my old car makes.
If Ford doesn't make an ST or an RS trim of this truck they're missing the market. It would be a modern day typhoon/syclone (especially if they revive the RS with this truck)
Can't wait to see all the truck camper manufacturers to start pushing out products for Maverick. This is going to be a great truck for nomad lifestyle and not breaking the bank while doing so.
I've seen two of these around town and when I asked the guys who had them they both said basically the same thing. My wife and I are retired, we wanted something new and small, but we also needed something that we could throw some stuff in the back like hauling off the trash or doing yard work so it fit their needs.
Thanks for this video! I'd love to own this alongside my 2011 Nissan Titan. I love the size, but the 11-13mpg is a no go sometimes, especially during monotonous work commutes.
I have a lowered 94 Accord wagon it plows through snow. Never left me stuck anywhere during snow storms either. It’d be fun to see an off road video of a Civic vs an AWD Maverick!
If the e-CVT in this Maverick is anything like the one my 08 Escape had, expect it to be great and reliable. RIP 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. AKA Mutant Ninja Turtle.
@@TheStraightPipes I don't really get why they do that I drive a 19 Kia Niro with a 1.6 litre Atkinson that makes 104 hp and similar torque . But Kia gives a rating of 139 hp and 195 torque combined . That torque makes it feel sort of zippy around town in sport mode . It's kind of bizarre but the torque makes it feel similar but a little quicker than my old 72 Pontiac Ventura with a 307 V8 that I had 30 years ago . That car was rated at 130 hp from five litres . You guys are the best funniest car guys on You Tube .
There are no markups on this truck at any dealership within 100 kms of me here in Ontario. They're extremely hard to find right now due to popuarity, but there are no markups.
If you gentlemen ever find yourself in MI for a press deal (or anything else) and want to review the 2022 F250 Platinum Tremor…give me a shout. Loving it since October and have yet to even see another in the wild.
@Michael Ross ECVT: electronic CVT CVT: continuously-variable transmission. Ford refers to it as a "CVT" or "Continously-variable transmission" several times on their page. *NOT* ECVT, C V T
I think this thing is as good as a Tacoma if you're not a hard-core truck buyer....and if you care at all about MPG, then the Maverick looks even better.
I really hate it when people compare ride quality to non comparable vehicles. the subaru that you referenced costs 15-20K more than the maverick... its not fair.
@@TheStraightPipes well yeah but that's the same truck. So it's ok. Sure the suspension is slightly different, but that's important to talk about. I also wouldn't compare the ride quality to a rolls Royce phantom.
I've had my Maverick Hybrid Lariat for 5 months now and I agree about the brake thing. There is only two things I don't like about the truck. The brakes are finicky and annoying, and the door cup holders are a joke, can't fit any reusable water bottles in them. Other than those two things, I f#cking love the truck :)
Nah, keep these giant things far away from our streets. Unless you live in the remote wilderness there's no need for these behemoths. It'll just be used by people picking up their kids from school, blocking the traffic with their comically oversized "trucks".
Wish I could get one! But in Hawaii it's a 10k dealer markup for the BASE hybrid XL. Sadly just can't stomach fronting 30k for the base model. Would love the hybrid though...
It would have been nice, had you guys given us the details of the specific options on this truck. Seems that truck may have the Luxury Package ? I could also use more detail about the Co-Pilot 360, as I might want to take it off my order. That item is somewhat backed up due to shortage of chips. And yes, as of a while ago, no more Hybrid orders, then as of 2-27 no Maverick orders at all until possibly August..for the 2023 model year. The difference between EcoBoost AWD and Hybrid FWD is about 22mpg vs 33-37 mpg. A huge difference.
I wish you tried out the Maverick Hybrid in Lariat trim with the luxury package. I believe that config includes satellite radio and push button start. I wonder if the Lariat trim changes the ride characteristics.
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Yeah except it says there are Mavericks available when there aren't any. What's the point
I've had a Maverick Hybrid for 11 months now and I love it. In the past I've owned full-size and mid-size Chevy and Ford trucks (2 of each). It can't tow the way my Silverado that I traded for it could, but for me, that isn't a big deal, I don't really tow anything. It does have a 3/4 ton payload capacity which is crazy. But for me, the best part is the 41 mpg I get commuting everyday. Beats the heck out of the Silverado's 15 mpg. The Silverado had a 34 gallon tank and the Maverick has a 13.8 gallon tank. I can go further on a tank of gas with the Maverick than I could with the Silverado's huge tank.
41mpg on a truck!!! Thats fucking insane
@@donjohn281 That's the advantage of a hybrid. Commuting is where hybrids excel because the electric motor does most of the work. When I'm sitting at a stop light, the engine is off, so no burning gas while idling. As long as I'm going less than 45 mph, it's mostly electric, the gas engine just comes on to charge up the battery once in a while. Out on the highway, when the gas engine is actually working, I still get 33 mpg.
I'm a little bummed out that there is no AWD option for the hybrid though. I live in northern Canada where winter can get pretty dicey
Great detail Ken. Actual owners like us know more than the reviewers who get a loaner for a couple of days and pretend to be experts. And they make you stare at them for most of the video.
I own one of each I show on my channel because I drive in Park City in the snow. Looks like I drive more hwy miles than you. My combined mpg, AWD = 26 (1 more rhan EPA) Hybrid = 36 (1 less than EPA). I never had a vehicle get close to EPA rating before.
But it could have been good if the production is also in usa
Otherwise good truck
The hybrid is targeted to fleet sales (for the XL trim) and for dads who want some kind of truck but also need to commute. 40+ mpg in city traffic + runs to the big box store and to the ball fields. It's an alternative to a compact SUV or sedan. It's not meant to really compete with bigger pickup trucks.
I have the hybrid xlt and agree with you that it is a little bumpy or truck feeling. Thanks for pointing out that the ecoboost model with its rear independent suspension is a smoother ride. I suspected that was the case. Still love it and I’m still on the first tank of gas from the dealer at three weeks in.
What kind of gas mileage are you seeing so far with your hybrid xlt, Tom?
@@SavetheBytes my gauge is only showing about 35 mpg but it has been cold here in Salt Lake City. I’m impressed when Sam Haymart is showing 48 on his.
How much over sticker did you have to pay?
@@corybrown1498 I got a text from dealer that a hybrid was available, xlt, 360, Area 51 with spray in bed liner a few weeks ago. Test drove and purchased on the spot. They asked for $2500 dealer mark but were negotiable. I got them to throw in the $1160 tonneau cover and the deal was done. No complaints here.
How many months did it take for you to receive your maverick? Assuming it took months…
One thing to understand about the Maverick (along with many other hybrids) is that that CVT is not a pushbelt, but rather an eCVT, where the engine and the smaller of the 2 motor generators are connected at a planetary gearset, with the engine spinning the planet carrier and the motor generator spinning the sun gear. The continuous variability comes from the motor generator varying it's speed.
Is this more reliable?
@@ecastoe yes. eCVTs are some of the most reliable transmissions as they are are literally just an engine and motor coupled to a single gearset
@@ecastoe You could almost say bulletproof for that part.
@@ecastoe is a not Prius reliable?
It's cvt is the same one used in the escape hybrid and it's proven very reliable the cvt horror stories comes from the Nissan Renault Jaco transmission of which this isn't
You forgot to mention it's a great fleet truck for blue collar companies that don't need awd but the utility and gas savings. Before the price gouging a hybrid starts at 20k usd.
Dealers are getting heavily reprimanded if they do so. Statement from ford
Yeah, I can see all the auto parts stores switching to these to deliver parts as well.
@@Sebastianvalen that’s for the lightning &’22 Mach e
It’s just nice to see something that is a worthy replacement for my 92 Toyota (until Toyota builds a Hilux on the TNGA platform)
My job is likely going to be looking soon to get out of the 2017 Jeep Renegades we're in now and switch back to Ford (Chrysler-Fiat reliability issues) and I'm hoping we aim for the Mavericks. We only need 2 to complete the fleet, however we will need the AWD as we need to jump curbs and drive off-road pretty frequently. But most of our driving is on-road so fuel mileage is key. I can't see any other vehicle in Ford's lineup satisfying the people in charge at my job. We had a 2013 Escape before and they didn't like that, Bronco and Bronco Sport is too expensive comparatively so I'm sure we'll end up with Mavericks eventually.
This FWD hybrid seems like it was purpose-built as a fleet vehicle where emissions and simplicity are more important than offroad capability. Thinking grounds crews and making hardware store runs.
Or people transistioning down from a full size truck, young people who can actually afford something like this or as a second vehicle in a family or someone who was thinking a full size truck and realized they don't need all that capacity.
@@cwqrpportable or someone like me who has a dang cmax but coach’s baseball and softball and has a ton of gear. Truck bed for the win!
Virtually any on road, non-towing truck need, right? A folding midgate would go a long way to really convincing me, but regardless, there are tons of uses for a truck that stays on roads.
@@Renho17 are you going to buy one?
@@fluffyFaris ordered it in June
Perfect urban or suburban work truck. 40 mpg commuter, hauls lawn seed and mulch from home depot, fits in a standard houses 🏘 garage. No wonder Ford has sold out production for the hybrid Maverick. 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
Hybrid is definitely the way to go on Maverick. I do wish there was an AWD option.
I wish there was a full electric option for it, a small electric truck is appealing to me personally
Yeah I was hoping there was an AWD for the hybrid too but it’s only for 2.0T
At 25k yes, at 35k NO
There were rumors that a hybrid AWD option not being made for another couple of years due to Ford using a different engine and cvt system not being compatible with AWD.... Yet
Why? You want to get stuck in that hybrid? Go get a Subaru Crosstrek then.
AWD Mavericks like the first one you drove have an IRS, FWD models use a cheaper, simpler torsion beam setup. Could explain why this one didn't handle the rough stuff as well.
sounds like a suspension swap could be a good project for a FWD
Just got mine two weeks ago, and right on time since gas has skyrocketed. I haven't really broken it in yet, but I am averaging 47mpg. That's amazing.. I traded in an F150 and mercury grand marquis, and in comparison this little truck is tossable on fun roads. Is it perfect, naw.. but MAN do I love mine..
I got lucky and found an XL on a local lot while looking for a Ranger. Even with the additional $5K dealer charge, it was a good deal. It is a hybrid with the 2.5 liter engine. I am retired and this little truck met my needs. The power and speed surprised me. The mileage is terrific, and just in time. The price of gas is out of control, but I’ve only had to fill my tank one time since I bought the truck 5 weeks ago. I live in Orange County, CA, and still haven’t seen another one on the street. I’ve had a few cool cars in my life, but I’ve never had more random strangers stop and ask me about this cool little truck. It is certainly hard to find, and I’ve noticed a few for sale on the secondary used market with $10,000 and up markups. It’s not often an economy car is worth more after you drive it off the dealer lot.
If anyone else wants a hybrid, I will be selling my new one. Don't want to pay two insurance premiums, I already have a 4WD truck.
@@JamesD-HB do you still selling your Maverick?
@@arturmaksam No it sold right away.
I love that you've been letting us know what videos are coming up next. Good addition to the videos!
I know these guys aren't trying to be funny, but they are, always give me a smile
Thank you very much
Nice little truck for the farm. It would have to have AWD through. Hybirid would be nice for us folks that have to drive an hour to work and live in the country.
I also like how the Maverick's base model, XL, can have co pilot 360 as an option. Safety bundles should be available on all trims.
I’ve seen civics with good front tires go crazy places. People don’t get it. Do it!
This format of vehicle is THE format I've been looking for my whole life, so I sure hope it's quality and reliable, I just want it to work and be affordable to keep on the road without stranding me. I sure hope they did a good job because this format of vehicle is THE format I've been looking for my whole life! If it's ford plastic crap and the electronics fritz out all the time, then FAILURE. But gosh, thanks for just trying to provide an affordable, practical vehicle! Thank you! This is the only thing out there that is even in the realm of reasonable. I appreciate the attempt. And I will be at least trying this out and keeping a close eye on the rate of ford recalls. If the first run of them fail, I'll be watching the 2nd and 3rd runs from the assembly plants, because I am so happy this vehicle has finally been made!
The hybrid system is a licensed version of the Toyota hybrid powertrain. Ford did something really smart for once and instead of investing heavily on r&d decided to buy the license for a tried and tested system from one of the most reliable car brands out there!
That’s false. They use a very similar system to Toyota but it was not developed by Toyota and bought by Ford like you claimed, both companies came up with and have developed their own hybrid systems with “E-CVT” in parallel for years now.
@@word42069 in Europe they use the same Toyota hybrid power plant under license. And Toyota created the e-cvt ages ago, if what you say is true than either Ford had the e-cvt hybrid system ready decades ago or they blatantly copied a rival brand's technology... But, hey you may be right, i only know that ford hybrid engines in europe are toyota
@@asore23Ford hybrids aren't purchased from Toyota. They're very similar, but that's because the companies worked together. I believe the original design was actually Ford, like Ford started developing this style of hybrid first.
They need to make a PHEV with 50km of EV range and I'd be impossible for them to make them fast enough.
100%
and AWD!
They already can’t make them fast enough. Sold out for 22. Why change anything when they don’t need to.
@@TTercel that's what I want, do it the Mercedes-Benz way and put the motor between engine and transmission so it transitions seamless.
@@Renho17 actually since this is a truck for non trucky people, makes a lot more sense if a single tank of petrol could last you for 3 months if you just do quick home depot runs.
Huge fan of how all Mavericks come standard with Auto high beams. If only all cars could have this night driving would be bliss. Also a fan of emergency braking with pre collision assist being standard on all models. The car brakes and helps reduce the speed at which an accident occurs. It's free! Wild when compared to 10 or 15 years ago when this would have been a very high end model high-end option.
A 60/40 split rear seat especially if you have the hybrid (no storage there/battery) & two tier storage in armrest would be nice. Aftermarket may cure the armrest
This truck has me actually considering a truck as my next vehicle. Cost and fuel efficiency plus flexible capability? It looks really good in person too in Alto Blue. Can't find many good hatchbacks or wagons in this price range and this has more features...
In reality shoppers are looking at huge markups on stock inventory. Saw a Lariat hybrid for $48,000 today for example. Mid trim XLT going in the high 30s and lower 40s. And custom orders are closed. Pre orders like mine are going to be 8 months if I'm lucky. Right now the Maverick is just a nice concept. (Edit: USD)
@@captured_agent5714 People paying that are silly, get the Ranger or hell, the F150 Hybrid is awesome. By next year maybe there will be enough supply.
@@sloanNYC 👍🏽 agreed
You can record dealerships that mark them up to Ford and get them to either come down or shut down
Nor do virtually any wagons or hatchbacks get 42mpg city, unless you want a Tesla model S at 103mpge (which was my choice years ago- but I love the maverick!)
It would be great if we could get Ford to actually listen regarding basic things that the Maverick needs to make available:
fog lights,
electric rear window defroster,
basic cruise control in the XL,
heated and ventilated front seats...
For years and years people have been whining about the lack of a compact, relatively cheap truck. Now Ford actually offers a compact truck, relatively cheap, a hybrid verson, an awd version and a couple trim levels. So now what are people whining about? "I'm not happy they don't offer cruise control in the XL" Hey people, including these two young guys reviewing this truck, I know you're too damn young to appreciate this, but this is an economy truck, pure and simple. Don't ask for the sky and then want the moon as well.
I mean we could also ask for better reliability and QC considering the Maverick has already dealt with 2 recalls.
@@notlNSIGHT Recalls are not the end of the world, the nicest of vehicles have recalls. Name me a vehicle that has not had a recall. The whole recall issue has become a "nothing burger" and really is irevelant. How do you manufacture something as complex as a vehicle and not expect to do some retrofitting or replacement of parts? I've been a mechanical engineer for 40 years; if these recalls trouble you, you would not survive in the larger world of manufacturing.
@@cwqrpportable I mean, I'd be pretty fucking worried if one of them is literally about the car CATCHING ON FIRE
@@notlNSIGHT You don't have to swear to make your point.
There's been no cases of fires and it's been isolated to a supplier issue. The manufacturer is moving quickly to remedy the potential hazard.
Taking a precautionary move quickly to prevent such a thing happening is a good thing.
Relax........
It’s the best truck you cannot buy.
You could buy my new hybrid I don't want another insurance premium.
It's a perfect truck for the weekend DIY person and someone needs a basic work truck.
ordered my hybrid july 7th in Ontario and still not even scheduled to be built lol Ford really underestimated how popular this truck would be
Sorry you should not still be waiting. There are people who ordered in Sept that are already driving their Mavs.
Ford should build per the date of the order no matter who your dealer is. The problem is it also depends on how many allocations your dealer gets.
Ford's attempt to be fair to their dealers with allocations is very unfair to buyers like you.
@Artur to that point, I placed my Mav hybrid order in early Aug but ford didn't accept my order untill late September. I wondered if the dealer didn't put the order in right away
A couple cafeteria trays under the back tires and you can have tons of fun. No snow needed.
The electronic parking brake disengages when you move.
@@tim3172 good to know. That is dumbest thing I’ve ever heard…
My Honda civic si has never been stuck in the snow ever. It's driven threw wet grass no problem. Idk what the obsession with awd is all about. People act like the car won't even move without it. I couldn't care less whether I have it or not.
Should have mentioned it’s an E-CVT. The differences are like comparing an iPhone to a rotary phone. I expect better from you two.
I mean is it really that different? My mom owns a Prius and it acts about exactly the same as the eCVT with its conventional CVT the only differences are in the mechanical bits really. They drive the same.
Not that they have anything to do with each other, but I wish Honda would bring back the Element as a hybrid.
If they sold this in Britain it’d be my next car
They would be stupid not too
They can’t make enough for North America still but some day
Yeah, given it’s mostly narrower than the ranger I think there’d be a big market for it
@@wristschatz1454 they're not going to sell these in Europe they are not diesels
@@justinborysenko3885 no will never happen
If you hate CVTs, you should ride a moped with and without one.
Sure they hold one RPM but are crazy efficient
I wish they did it with AWD. It's perfectly possible as they showed in the Escape, with a proper driveshaft. Or even just put a small electric motor in the rear like Toyota does (Ford's hybrid system is the same technology), even like 20-30hp would be plenty to provide extra grip in slippery conditions.
Well if Ford go all out and do a AwD ill be Hottttttttttt
I got super lucky and found my IDEAL truck on CarMax. I’m getting a one-owner 2021 Ford F-150 SuperCab STX 4x4 5.0L in Lead Foot Gray (a discontinued color for 2022!) it should be ready to pick up around Valentine’s Day! I’m so pumped! Great content as always, much love from Texas!
Yuri and his hair lookin like a Yugioh character and I love it
So to be clear, a 200-inch vehicle that is seven inches or more LONGER than a Camry or Accord or Santa Cruz is now considered small.
And you forgot to add the best feature of the Maverick - its $1,500 delivery charge! Ford definitely is looking to extract every dime.
They did that for marketing reasons to be able to say "starts at under $20K".
Destination is something everyone pays for any new vehicle though. Destination for a RAM 1500 is $1795. $1695 for Silverado. A CRV you’ll still pay $1300.
No you can not get a Maverick for under 20k in real life and that’s a bit of deceptive marketing. But it is still dang cheap compared to literally anything else on the market. A base Maverick is cheaper than a base Corolla. And much cheaper than a Corolla hybrid.
Maverick has faults but I don’t think price is one anyone can complain on.
@@Sir_Pants_Alot I know, but manufacturers playing the non-negotiable delivery charge that isn't part of the advertised price is purely for the sake of false advertising. D&D fees have increased on average 30% in the last three years, and that type of hyperinflation is simply false advertising. The fact that they are all doing it now to some degree or another doesn't make it OK. If people don't get mad about it, soon it'll be $2 or $3K.
@@BoopSnoot Delivery fees were never that high percentage-wise ever, so this is just another money grab like this idiotic attempt to charge subscription services for features on the car, like heated seats. And you know for a fact when gas prices go down, as they will inevitably, there delivery fees will not, and will probably go up.
@@BoopSnoot if you want to get mad about industry pricing standards does it really make sense to start at the cheapest option in the segment? That’s like boycotting off brand products in the grocery because every item in the store went up 20%.
This is identical to my build! Color and all! Too bad I won't be seeing it till the end of the year if I'm lucky.
When did you order yours if I may ask>?
I order Hybrid with CP360 11/12.
Yuri listening to FM radio for the ‘experience’ makes me smile.
This was recommended and I’m gonna buy the 2.0 AWD tomorrow!! So pumped! You guys helped a lot
Did you find one yet?
@@JamesD-HB the dealerships I went to were selling 10k-12k over MSRP because of high demand so I ended up with a Kia k5🤣
@@Isaac18-81 Nice! You can always get in later when things calm down.
I would have bought one of these if I could find one or avoid a 4-month+ wait on order. No longer need a full-size or the horrendous mileage that comes with it. Great review & awesome little truck! 👍🏻🇺🇸🇨🇦
@Michael Ross Yeah, it’s going to be a long haul; just like the Bronco, but beyond Ford’s control. Orders are closed on the hybrid too [last I checked], so hopefully production will ramp back up.
@Michael Ross I am 6/14 and just got scheduled 2 weeks ago
@@ddnmd Rangers don’t get you 40MPG. They also aren’t as easy to get in and out
@Michael Ross Ordered my hybrid June 8th, no build date yet.
My ecoboost maverick came in on Thursday, it’s definitely worth the wait. Though I ordered in mid June so that was about 7 1/2 months waiting, and hybrids are waiting even longer.
If they had an awd hybrid i’d be interested
E-CVT, not CVT. It’s not belt driven, it’s planetary gear driven. This is a massive point that these reviewers continuously mess up.
NEWS FLASH... An E‐CVT is still a CVT. Your first clue comes from the name.
@@wilmarbarrick3194 that’s not true. CVT transmissions have a bad rap, because a system of belts and pulleys is not great for reliability. An E-CVT transmission is much more reliable and simpler. Ford made it very clear the difference for a reason.
@@kiler2death yes, it is true. CVTs have an infinite number of input/output ratios... which is what this has.
@@wilmarbarrick3194 THANK YOU!
So few car journalists have gone through the 5 minutes of time it takes to inform yourselves of the eCVT transmission that the hybrid maverick has. It is NOT like a traditional CVT at all. It is all solid metal gears and has 1/3 the moving parts of a regular automatic transmission.
It's mechanically different but identical from the driver's perspective.
@@sic22l It is far different than the CVT I had in my Mitsubishi outlander sport. That CVT was also used by several other manufacturers and is pure nightmare fuel. The ECVT in the Maverick is in a whole different league compared to that.
@@sic22l It is far different than the CVT I had in my Mitsubishi outlander sport. That CVT was also used by several other manufacturers and is pure nightmare fuel. The ECVT in the Maverick is in a whole different league compared to that.
@sic22l have you ever driven a Maverick? It is nothing like my corolla hatchback CVT
@@Msalazar6sicVI I have driven Mitsubishi's CVT and a couple of Toyota's hybrids. They're almost identical.
Nice truck, great review! Can't believe manufacturers are allowing price gouging by their dealers???
It's called supply and demand...
I don’t understand. “Allowing”? There is no alternative path by which they can get vehicles to customers. Would they say to dealers “we won’t sell you vehicles unless you promise not to increase your margin beyond a certain point”? I agree that gouging sucks. I wish it wasn’t happening, but I don’t believe anything WRONG is happening.
@@Zhaopow3 30k markups isn’t supply and demand that’s pure greed
@@ericanderson1753 if a dealer is marking up a vehicle 30k, that’s pure greed and whoever buys it is a moron
@@Zhaopow3 it's called American problems.
I'd gladly pay another couple grand for having another electric motor to drive the rear wheels.
Maverick is not setup for that type of AWD system. They would just put the AWD system on from the Ecoboost which is a mechanical system with a driveshaft.
@@BoopSnoot the new Koenigsegg electric motor is small enough to fit anywhere probably so Ford just needs to buy them out. Just imagine an extra 335 hp at the back wheels 😂
@@josefgordon7712 No. Then we'll see Koenigsegg on an SUV and the brand would be ruined
Shoutout from Arizona. Yes, I love my remote start in the summer.
I’m very tempted to trade in my car for this. Only problem is there’s none in stock
Sunroof is available as a separate option on all trim levels.
My favorite car reviewers! Thanks for doing both models. People give me wired looks cause I like to blast the stereo when I’m merely coping with the disconcerting noises my old car makes.
Hi from Arizona (Phoenix)! Im actually planning on adding remote start before summer hits.
You can start your Mav from you phone.
I want to see someone do a stage 3 on the turbo version of this truck I feel like it could make an incredible sleeper
The sema build they did was pretty cool
If Ford doesn't make an ST or an RS trim of this truck they're missing the market. It would be a modern day typhoon/syclone (especially if they revive the RS with this truck)
I’ve been saying that an AWD RS Maverick would be the absolute perfect vehicle.
Tremor
Raptor with a 2.7 L V6 from the Bronco
@@jonlosito2004 won't fit. A 2.3 will tho.
@@andrewkennedy9704 And that 2.3 has a lot of power. I was shocked at how fast my Ranger was. It would be a riot in a Maverick
These are going to sell like hot cakes 😂
Already are
They have been. I can only find 2 in a decent distance from my place 😂
This seems like the new old Ranger.
Can't wait to see all the truck camper manufacturers to start pushing out products for Maverick. This is going to be a great truck for nomad lifestyle and not breaking the bank while doing so.
If only Ford would produce more! Mine's been on order since Oct '21 and recent email from Ford says I'll be converted to a 2023 model year :(
Been driving my manual Saturn Vue for 13 Michigan winters and have never been stuck, just run dedicated winter tires and you should be good.
The inexpensiveness and mileage alone makes me want it where I nevere considered a truck before
Great in depth review, guys! I'm also glad that David Schitt found something to do after his TV show ended ;) lol
Completely sold out in US. If you find one, it is 10K over MSRP
Not sold out there is 1 left. I have a new hybrid for sale. Don't want to pay two insurance premiums, I already have a truck.
I want one because it's a $20k truck that gets 33/40 mpg.
Can you please follow through with the manual Civic vs Maverick off road course?! Id love that.
I wish they made all hybrids like the Chevrolet Volt with a single speed and all that torque.
The Best Small Truck, for a Not So Small Price. Thank you Markups.
The AWD can mate to the Hybrid engine option, Ford will likely do it along with the Bronco Sport version.
Always smile when a see 👀 these guys do there reviews
ur datejust 41 champagne dial jubilee bracelet is my dream watch/background
Great review as always. I really want to buy this thing. Hybrid for sure
Why..?
The hybrid just need the AWD and it will be perfect
@@TermlessHGW Why hybrid? Gas mileage and price.
@@jeanmichaelarchbold4446 AWDs are a little overrated. They don't do better in the snow or rain.
@@sappyjohnson awd doesn't do better in the snow than what? Fwd? If you're saying that you're daydreaming, or live in CA
I've seen two of these around town and when I asked the guys who had them they both said basically the same thing. My wife and I are retired, we wanted something new and small, but we also needed something that we could throw some stuff in the back like hauling off the trash or doing yard work so it fit their needs.
?? What did they say? You left that out lol
@@BloodySoup74 the whole last sentence....retired, small, new, etc
@@michaelhoard9548 oh it sounded like you and your wife are retired and so on.. lol my bad
1500 pounds in the truck bed or 2000 pounds hauling is a lot more than hauling garden supplies
@@YoureNotThatGuyPal- I'm assuming they wanted a truck so they didn't have to put things like smelly trash, dirt, plants etc in.a car trunk
Been waiting for this one!!
It's basically a road legal wheelbarrow. A gardening truck. 👍 I like it. It needs paddle shifting. I like to shift and choose my own gears. (No CVT)
😂🤣
It was 10°F to 20°F in southern Arizona last night. I would not suggest turning on the AC.
That’s a nice flannel/watch combo
Thanks for this video! I'd love to own this alongside my 2011 Nissan Titan. I love the size, but the 11-13mpg is a no go sometimes, especially during monotonous work commutes.
I have a lowered 94 Accord wagon it plows through snow. Never left me stuck anywhere during snow storms either. It’d be fun to see an off road video of a Civic vs an AWD Maverick!
It's definitely because you don't get alot of snow
@@taurussho86 Yeah, because you would “definitely” know that
If the e-CVT in this Maverick is anything like the one my 08 Escape had, expect it to be great and reliable.
RIP 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. AKA Mutant Ninja Turtle.
Not a truck person but damn that's a good price for something like this
Good video , one thing is that the torque figures are for the gas engine only . For some reason Ford hasn't bothered releasing that number ..
Most manufacturers do that for hybrids
@@TheStraightPipes I don't really get why they do that I drive a 19 Kia Niro with a 1.6 litre Atkinson that makes 104 hp and similar torque . But Kia gives a rating of 139 hp and 195 torque combined . That torque makes it feel sort of zippy around town in sport mode . It's kind of bizarre but the torque makes it feel similar but a little quicker than my old 72 Pontiac Ventura with a 307 V8 that I had 30 years ago . That car was rated at 130 hp from five litres . You guys are the best funniest car guys on You Tube .
Dealer markup's ruined this and many other vehicles at the moment.
@@cwqrpportable lies
@@BoopSnoot ? Your name aptly suits you.
There are no markups on this truck at any dealership within 100 kms of me here in Ontario. They're extremely hard to find right now due to popuarity, but there are no markups.
I daily a 98 wrangler and have a cooler full of cassettes I exclusively listen to when I’m driving, no fm hahah
If you gentlemen ever find yourself in MI for a press deal (or anything else) and want to review the 2022 F250 Platinum Tremor…give me a shout. Loving it since October and have yet to even see another in the wild.
IT will be interesting if the aftermarket ever gets into CVT performance mods ;-)
If it never happened before, unlikely it'll happen now at the tail end of ICE era. They just cant take any more torque than factory.
@Michael Ross ECVT: electronic CVT
CVT: continuously-variable transmission.
Ford refers to it as a "CVT" or "Continously-variable transmission" several times on their page.
*NOT* ECVT,
C
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@@tim3172 it's an eCVT.
I think this thing is as good as a Tacoma if you're not a hard-core truck buyer....and if you care at all about MPG, then the Maverick looks even better.
I really hate it when people compare ride quality to non comparable vehicles. the subaru that you referenced costs 15-20K more than the maverick... its not fair.
Also compared it to the Ecoboost awd maverick with irs
@@TheStraightPipes well yeah but that's the same truck. So it's ok. Sure the suspension is slightly different, but that's important to talk about.
I also wouldn't compare the ride quality to a rolls Royce phantom.
Sooo, You two didn't know about the differences in CVT vs eCVT?
I've had my Maverick Hybrid Lariat for 5 months now and I agree about the brake thing. There is only two things I don't like about the truck. The brakes are finicky and annoying, and the door cup holders are a joke, can't fit any reusable water bottles in them. Other than those two things, I f#cking love the truck :)
Loved the review.
I got my Lariat Hybrid on Jan 15, 2022* and I’ve loved every single miles in that lil thing
Damn you ten years ahead of us dog?
@@smath5841 whoops 😅 almost blew my cover 😶🌫️
That guy looks like dwights friend from the office.
Honestly I think Ford should sell this one in Europe or is it just me?
Europe has the Ranger. So…maybe same market could be difficult.
@@Kulissenspäher we have the ranger too it’s just that no one buys them
Trade us for the gas powered smart car with the four seats that the US never got.
@@Kulissenspäher nobody wants the ranger as long as the Tacoma is on sale.
Nah, keep these giant things far away from our streets. Unless you live in the remote wilderness there's no need for these behemoths. It'll just be used by people picking up their kids from school, blocking the traffic with their comically oversized "trucks".
Wish I could get one! But in Hawaii it's a 10k dealer markup for the BASE hybrid XL. Sadly just can't stomach fronting 30k for the base model. Would love the hybrid though...
I feel that a lot can be forgiven at this price point
Its a n eCVT not a CVT.. you would think these experts would understand the difference.. 😕
It would have been nice, had you guys given us the details of the specific options on this truck. Seems that truck may have the Luxury Package ? I could also use more detail about the Co-Pilot 360, as I might want to take it off my order. That item is somewhat backed up due to shortage of chips. And yes, as of a while ago, no more Hybrid orders, then as of 2-27 no Maverick orders at all until possibly August..for the 2023 model year. The difference between EcoBoost AWD and Hybrid FWD is about 22mpg vs 33-37 mpg. A huge difference.
“Why would you wanna remote start your car” Everyone who lives in California and Florida
And everyone who lives up North and has to remove snow and ice from their vehicle.
@@jameswitte5676 there’s always that one car that still has a foot of snow on their car when it hasn’t snowed in days though 😂
You can remote start from your phone.
I wish you tried out the Maverick Hybrid in Lariat trim with the luxury package. I believe that config includes satellite radio and push button start. I wonder if the Lariat trim changes the ride characteristics.
Yes but the brown, blue, and bronze interior of the Mav Lariat looks awful.
JUST FILLED UP MY 2023
GOT 600 MILES FOR THE TANK FOR 44.9 MPG
DH
Why does Yuri always look like he’s passing a kidney stone when accelerating? It looks painful.
That look usually means he thinks it's slow and/or sounds terrible under hard throttle.