2024 Ford Maverick - Is it REALLY Worth the Hype? (Full Review)

[@ShawnNashSoonerInSoCal]

It's not a CVT transmission, it's an Ecvt. I think it's important to make this distinction because the CVT transmission is known to be unreliable. I'm not a mechanic, but from my research, an Ecvt is much more reliable and is totally different in design. I have a 2023 XLT hybrid. When Ford announced the Maverick hybrid, I was not planning to buy one when many people incorrectly reported it had a CVT. Once I learned it's actually an Ecvt, I pulled the trigger.

[@VanBoy]

Thanks for the video. Lots of good info! If I'm not mistaken, the average gas savings on the Hybrid vs the AWD is $3,500 over a five year period, not a one year period. I ordered an Oxford White XLT Hybrid Maverick when the order banks opened on July 17, 2023. My truck is currently in production and should be completed any day now. The wife and I have a major road trip (3,500 - 4,000 miles) coming up in July, touring the entire state of Wyoming and ending up back home in Texas. Can't wait.

[@offtheshelfrides]

You probably are correct on the $ savings, I may have mis-remembered that info. Congratulations and enjoy your trip!

[@58shortboard]

I’ve had my 2024 maverick hybrid for 6 months and I’m saving $120-150 per month over my 2019 Subaru crosstrek. I do a lot of mixed highway and city driving. I’m getting 41.8 mpg combined and I don’t baby it, like a lot of people that claim to get more. Still, that’s fantastic gas mileage! It has a comfortable ride, more pep than a crosstrek, which was a complete dog. So, slow. Especially, going up long hills. There are aspects of the crosstrek that I do love, but 21 mpg in the city is unacceptable in 2024. Is the maverick perfect? No. But, overall, I’m happy with it

[@offtheshelfrides]

It is a great truck for the money!

[@donays8241]

Mine, starting running mpg 41.3 Now 2 years later is 34.2 combine

[@offtheshelfrides]

Ouch that's not good

[@richardburtonjr1889]

Please send me any info you think is important to know. - We just dont need as big as the Honda Ridgeline anymore and Tacoma "flat" floorpans dont work with a bad back anymore.

[@offtheshelfrides]

If you are looking for a smaller truck, with comfort and some truck abilities(towing and a bed), then the Maverick with the 2.0L engine or possibly the Hyundai Santa Cruz . The Santa Cruz feels and drives like an SUV. The Maverick gives me that early 2000's Ford Ranger feel. Here is the review of the Santa Cruz - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6rUfKJna65sbacsi=JSEl9E58fyq-X4JG And the Family Function - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHqnZ5Kkp56co6csi=aG01EauyW7gsvnQX

[@richardburtonjr1889]

@@offtheshelfrides Thank you

[@eliaaronoct]

It's the same maverick as the 2022-2024 not sure why we are seeing reviews for the same Gen 1 maverick nothing has changed, should wait to do review of 2nd Gen 2025 maverick😂😂😂

[@offtheshelfrides]

It's not that simple..some of us only get what they send us. I'm sure others, Redline Reviews, Doug Demuro, Raiti's Rides get to pick and choose more often but most of take whatever we can get!

[@eliaaronoct]

Sure it is.....Don't do a repeat of the same gen 1 review......That seems pretty simple😂😂😂

[@offtheshelfrides]

I get your point, but when your a small channel, you just need to make content. All of us, large or small, do review the current year models. Some people only want to see a review from certain reviewers, so we review everything we can. If you look a Raiti's Rides and Redline Reviews, they are putting up reviews almost daily....they don't pass on cars. If you've already seen it, you can choose not to watch it. But I hope you enjoy the channel and I can provide you with reviews you want to see. Thanks for watching!

[@royenri01]

​@eliaaronoct How bout you just don't watch? It's much easier than typing out a complaint that nobody wants to hear or read. Most of us like the variety of reviews and can piece together info from each. Reviews can vary slightly.

[@kurtfirestone2761]

The hybrid does not come with a tow package

[@PhantomSturm]

It's great but dealerships keep jacking the price up to Ranger levels.

[@offtheshelfrides]

Take a look at Heller Ford in El Paso, IL. They have new and used. They don't markup ordered vehicles, but new on the lot is small, maybe $5K markup. Ask for Pete Oldham.

[@ryanalder9691]

5k is not a small markup. It is a ripoff.

[@carrismith5110]

Great video! My question is, why do these car makers think we all like orange? Yuck.

[@offtheshelfrides]

Lol, on the Ford Accessories website they have alternate colors you can switch out. Thanks for the compliment. I hope you continue to enjoy the content!

[@ericl20881]

Is the AWD any good on the Maverick? I live on the east coast so we do get snow but if the AWD isn’t great I’d rather save the money and get the FWD version

[@offtheshelfrides]

I haven't driven the AWD yet. This Hybrid only comes with FWD. If you want AWD, you have to go to the 2.0L turbo engine and drop to around mid 20s MPG. Most AWD systems work well, most of the time it's the weight of the Vehicle that determines how well it manages snow.

[@ChuukeseStink]

I have the Tremor and it's awesome. I never had to go to 4WD lock or Rear Diff lock. The AWD systems works very well.

[@richardburtonjr1889]

@@ChuukeseStink Thank you. Any +/- of the Tremor package ?

[@ChuukeseStink]

@@richardburtonjr1889 I expected better MPG. My previous car was a 5.0 V8 Mustang and its gets better if not the same gas mileage as the Tremor. The 1 inch ride height increase and all-terrain tires might have something to do with it but by no means this truck is sluggish or feels heavy. I've been doing some light-off roading in the desert and never had to use 4WD lock or the locking rear diff. The AWD system is amazing. So is it worth the extra $$$? I'm happy with the Tremor but I think the 4k tow package would have been a better choice.

[@donays8241]

What is the difference between sport vs haul mode?

[@offtheshelfrides]

Accelerator mapping, maybe more low end torque?

[@SCRWDVR]

I'm curious how tall are you? Are you right at 6"? Was the seat all the way back where you had it? I'm 6'4" and have considered one of these for my next vehicle but was thinking I may not fit well in the drivers seat..

[@offtheshelfrides]

Yes, I am right a t 6'. But no, the seat was not all the way back. I tend to drive a bit closer than most. You will have plenty of room in the front driver seat....the back is another question...lol

[@SCRWDVR]

@@offtheshelfrides The drivers seat is all I’m worried about and the only place I’ll be riding LOL… Thanks..

[@roachant]

I’m 6’4 and during my test drive I had a lot of room and didn’t have to put my seat too far back. It has more room than my Mazda 3 sedan.

[@SCRWDVR]

@@roachant Great thanks for the info…

[@ValkyrieRiderIPT]

I'm 6' 2.5". It's a bit cramped. The side of my left leg rest against the side of the door. I have to move it occasionally as it becomes a mildly uncomfortable. But all an all, I like my 2024 XLT. It runs great and it is easy on the gas.

[@legacy4496]

is the lux package worth it

[@offtheshelfrides]

It's around $2200 and it does include a lot of stuff, but the only thing I saw of interest for me was the remote start and heated seats, which wouldn't justify the cost for me.

[@Combatpzman]

If you live where it is cold, it’s nice to have. Getting bed liner and the hitch is nice too. The inverter is basically useless.

[@johnyabdiasgonzalez6489]

I like it too❤!

[@offtheshelfrides]

Thanks for being so active on the channel! I appreciate it!

[@eliaaronoct]

😂😂😂N O P E😂😂😂.........

[@UserUnknown8570]

These giant pickups serve no functional purpose other than carrying fragile egos and giving people the feeling that they are better than everyone else on the road. Just look at the size of the bed. you can't even fit a sheet of plywood back there.

[@mariovillegas9975]

This truck isn’t giant. That’s what is so great about it.

[@offtheshelfrides]

It can haul plywood sheets, but if you need that sort of thing on a regular basis, then you don't buy this truck.

[@denniswilliams4333]

Calm down Mack and eat a SNICKERS. Owning a $65,000 + pickup 4x4 is a waste of money if the concrete cowboys won't get their trucks dirty, dented and used for what their intended for.

[@dewdew34]

@@offtheshelfrides I think they were referring to giant lifted 3/4 ton crewcabs with 5 ft beds. Even though they can probably carry plywood but not much more for 70-90k.

[@joseluiszamorajr9131]

just got my 24 hybrid in thr same color 2 months ago. its been a dream coming from a 99 pathfinder that gets half the mpg. i still love the pathfinder because im not scared to beat on it. this truck is too pretty for me 😅 love it

[@kevinCMH911]

I HATE my Maverick. Worst choice I’ve made this year. Horribly built junk from Ford. Looking to get rid of it after 1 payments.

[@offtheshelfrides]

Wow, seriously? What is so bad about it?

[@kevinCMH911]

@@offtheshelfrides well all the recalls a new one every week. Radios system is trash. Can’t get CarPlay to work for 5-8mins after starting the car. Dangerously slow to merge on the interstate, seems so sluggish. Built like cardboard. No sound proofing in it. I’m just done with it.

[@normanflack5046]

How much you want for it?

[@kevinCMH911]

@@normanflack5046 xlt $35000 ish.

[@ITHEDUDEI77]

why