2027 Ford Maverick Is Packed With Genius Ideas, And the Hybrid Isn't Even Its Biggest Advantage!

The 2027 Ford Maverick is packed with genius ideas, and its standard hybrid isn't even the biggest one. If oversized truck prices and fuel bills keep draining your wallet, this compact pickup is built for you. Most buyers believe a small truck can't handle real work. This one tows 4,000 pounds and still returns nearly 40 miles per gallon. Let's check it out. Standard Hybrid For years, the hybrid was an option buyers had to ask for. Now, it's moving to the front of the Powertrain line. Every 2027 Ford Maverick is going to come standard with a hybrid powertrain. And that changes the whole math of owning a pickup. The system is going to pair a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with electric assistance. On its own, the gas engine makes 162 horsepower and 155 pound-feet of With the electric motor in the mix, combined output climbs to 191 horsepower. Power flows through a continuously variable transmission, with front-wheel drive as standard and all-wheel drive available. Those figures won't impress anyone at a stoplight, but the stopwatch tells a different story. The all-wheel drive hybrid is going to hit 60 in about 6.7 seconds, which is quicker than plenty of family sedans. Then there's the daily routine. Grocery runs, doctor visits, a quick trip to the hardware store, short hops like these are exactly where most trucks burn fuel the fastest. The Maverick works the other way around. With front-wheel drive, it's rated at 42 miles per gallon city, 35 highway, and 39 combined. All-wheel drive barely changes the picture, with 40, 34, and 37 miles per gallon. That's good for more than 500 miles between fill-ups on regular unleaded. The hybrid components are also going to be covered for 8 years or 100,000 miles. So, a pickup that sips fuel like a compact car. Yet, the hybrid isn't the most impressive thing about this truck, and the next engine proves why. Turbo 4. Not standard, but somehow cheaper. Here's a twist few saw coming. The turbocharged engine is losing its spot in the XL and Lariat trims, yet getting one is about to cost less. First, the hardware. It's a 2.0-liter EcoBoost Turbo 4, rated at 250 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque. That's nearly 60 horsepower more than the hybrid. Most versions are getting an 8-speed automatic, while the Lobo is going to use a 7-speed unit with paddle shifters. In the Lobo, 0-60 is going to take around 5.8 seconds. That's hot hatch territory in a vehicle with a cargo bed. There's one more novelty. The Turbo 4 is also becoming available with front-wheel drive for those who want the punch without the extra hardware. Now, the pricing part. With the Turbo focused on the Tremor and Lobo, Ford is making both easier to reach. The Lobo is going to start at $34,000, while the Tremor will kick off at $39,000. What those trims bring to the table, we'll cover a bit later. The trade-off is fuel. Turbo models are rated between 24 and 26 miles per gallon combined, with premium fuel recommended. Still, horsepower means little if a truck can't pull its weight, and that's where the Maverick gets serious. Work manners. Respectable. The Maverick built its fanbase on one thing. It drives like a car. That's because it rides on a unibody platform shared with the Bronco Sport crossover. Steering is light and the turning circle is just 40 feet. But don't let the car-like manners fool you. Underneath, this is still a truck with real work credentials. Payload is gonna top out at 1,500 pounds in most trims. That's enough for a load of mulch, a few bags of concrete, and the tools to go with them. Towing is where the story gets interesting. Many owners know the feeling. The camper is ready, but the truck that pulls it drinks fuel all weekend. That compromise is disappearing. The hybrid is now available with all-wheel drive. Therefore, both versions can tow up to 4,000 pounds. That covers a small camper, a pair of jet skis, or a utility trailer full of yard waste. To unlock the full rating, you'll need all-wheel drive and the 4K tow package. It's going to add a hitch receiver, a 7-pin connector, and an integrated trailer brake controller. Upgraded cooling and a shorter axle ratio are part of it as well. One caveat, the package isn't offered on the Lobo or Tremor. The ride stays on the firm side. That's the price of all that payload. But a firm ride would be a deal-breaker in a cramped cabin, so let's see how this one measures up. Comfortable yet practical. All Mavericks are coming as crew cabs, with four full doors and seats for five. Up front, space is generous. There's 40.2 inches of headroom and 42.8 inches of legroom, figures that rival bigger trucks. The rear bench is tighter, with around 36 inches of legroom. Kids are going to be perfectly happy there, while adults will manage shorter trips just fine. The rear seat also folds, opening up room for gear that shouldn't ride outside. The materials are mostly hard plastics, and Ford isn't hiding it. Yet the cabin doesn't feel cheap. Smart color combinations and textured surfaces give it a character many pricier trucks lack. Then there's the bed. Anyone who's hauled plywood in a shortbed truck knows the routine. Sheets propped at an angle, tailgate down, fingers crossed. The Mavericks bed measures 54.4 inches long and 53.3 inches wide, yet it's designed to carry up to 18 sheets of 4x8 plywood flat above the wheel wells. The tailgate is going to offer multiple positions while at least six tie-down points keep loads in place. A 12-volt outlet is standard, and a 110-volt household-style outlet is available. LED bed lighting, a spray-in bed liner, and a power-sliding rear window are on the list, too. Clever space is one thing. But what really surprises at this price is how much technology Ford is packing inside. Loads of features. Every Maverick is going to come with a 13.2-inch touchscreen, even the base XL. It's joined by an 8-inch digital instrument cluster, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A Wi-Fi hotspot and front USB ports are standard as well. Moving up the range unlocks more comfort. Heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and remote start are all on the menu. So are push-button start, ambient lighting, wireless charging, and dual-zone climate control. An eight-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system is waiting for those who care about audio. Safety is handled by the Ford Co-Pilot 360 Suite. Automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and automatic high beams are standard across the lineup. Available upgrades bring blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear automatic braking. There's also intersection assist, which can brake during a left turn. Backing a trailer down a crowded boat ramp can rattle even experienced drivers. That's why higher trims are adding a 360-degree camera with trailer reverse guidance. Adaptive cruise control with lane centering is coming along as well. That's a long list of equipment, but it's spread unevenly across the range, and picking the wrong trim could cost you thousands. Trim levels and features. The XL is going to start at $29,990. It brings steel wheels, cloth seats, LED headlights, cruise control, and that big touchscreen. It's a no-nonsense tool, ideal for small businesses, fleets, and anyone who simply needs a bed. The XLT starts at $32,590, and it's the sweet spot of the range. Alloy wheels, keyless entry, a power-locking tailgate, and nicer upholstery are standard. Add the luxury or 4K tow package, and it turns into a well-rounded daily driver. For most buyers, retirees, and weekend DIYers especially, this is the one to get. Next comes the Lobo, starting at $34,000. It's a street truck inspired by the lowered pickups of the 1990s. Lowered suspension, 19-inch wheels, bigger brakes, and torque vectoring all-wheel drive are all included. It's built for drivers who still want some fun on the way to the lumberyard. A better-equipped Lobo Hi is going for $39,000. The Lariat starts at $36,605 with front-wheel drive. With all-wheel drive, it's going to cost $39,000. Synthetic leather, navigation, and Bang & Olufsen audio make it the comfort pick. It suits buyers who want near-SUV refinement with a bed-out back. Finally, the Tremor starts at $39,000. It's getting a suspension lift, 9.1 inches of ground clearance, all-terrain tires, and a locking rear differential. Skid plates and trail control round out the package. This one's for those who don't plan on staying on pavement. The 2027 Ford Maverick isn't winning buyers with one headline feature. The standard hybrid is going to deliver close to 40 miles per gallon, while the Turbo 4 gets cheaper in its most exciting forms. Both powertrains can tow 4,000 pounds, and the bed swallows full sheets of plywood without a fight. Every trim gets a 13.2-inch screen, and the whole package starts under $30,000. That's the real genius here, a truck that asks for very few compromises. And with the Hyundai Santa Cruz expected to bow out soon, rivals are running out of time to catch up But Santa Cruz isn't the only rival here. Soon enough, several new compact pickups will be joining the segment, and the Ram Rampage, which you can check out in our next video, is one of them. It has already proven its value in South America, with strong work capabilities, impressive off-road potential, and an upscale cabin, and now it's time to display that on the U.S. market.