2025 Ford Maverick: What's New, What Isn't

[@robertcunningham9626]

Own a 2023 Maverick Hybrid now with 30k miles, gets 45MPG easily, and is flawless. Love the ride, handling, look, and overall quality. Note a hint of an issue, and a lot of fun and utility to boot.

[@reddevilunited77]

The hybrid all wheel drive option is very interesting. Glad they upgraded the infotainment system, although the loss of physical climate controls is disappointing. Thanks for the thorough update 😁

[@toronado455]

I'm very disappointed about the loss of physical climate controls. Touch screen controls are much more difficult to use when the vehicle is in motion. The physical radio controls are a waste. Those should be climate controls.

[@tim3172]

@@toronado455 I'm surprised to hear about an adult that can't develop muscle memory and who requires constant looking at a touch screen. Are you seen a specialist? Also, why don't you do what normal people do: set it to 70 and not touch it until it snows?

[@omarjimenez8895]

What I like: - Upgraded infotainment screen - Eruption Green color - More standard equipment across the board - Hybrid AWD What I don't - ugly front bumper - poorly implemented digital dash - price increase

[@ScooterPoot]

@omarjimenez8895 yeah that big joint crease is a turn off

[@jonathanwoks9505]

The new headlights look like a fu Manchu mustache 😅

[@karleells6540]

I really dislike the blue Interior

[@ElijahSmithVideo]

Thank you for making sense of all these changes, Sam! It's an exciting year for the Maverick.

[@markeasley6149]

Great info. Thanks! AWD hybrid is fairly priced with the tech upgrades, but wish it was cheaper. Maverick will still sell well in 2025.

[@michaelhill2933]

So does the navy pier plastic come standard even with the black package?

[@TestDrivenTV]

Yes. It comes on ALL Mavericks regardless of trim, options, packages or exterior color.

[@michaelhill2933]

@TestDrivenTV thank u

[@notzr1umbo858]

does the 2025 lariat have off road modes?

[@FrankD71864]

Looks like they have upgraded to accommodate future EV Mavericks. I am pleased with my physical climate and audio controls in 24.

[@TestDrivenTV]

There will not be future EV Mavericks, at least not in this current generation platform.

[@DesertMav]

Very cool video on the 2025 Maverick refresh. My favorite changes are the AWD Hybrid option along with the 4k tow package availability for it as well as the infotainment system and the new colors. I'm a little bit mixed on the looks of the new infotainment screen, but I do like the added tech features. Would I trade in my 2023 XLT Hybrid with Lux pkg? Simply no, but if I could buy a new one I again, I'd likely get the XLT Hybrid with lux pkg in AWD with 4k tow pkg.

[@garychiang2568]

I am in the same boat as well. Would love to purchase the awd hybrid with 4K but I’ve already got my 2023 and I’ll live with it until I’ve paid it off in a few years. Also, I will let the new drive train work out the initial issues.

[@Randorita]

Nice run down of the new offerings. I ordered my Eruption Green Lariat hybrid a week ago. I loaded it up with the moonroof and 4k towing package. Hopefully it will come with the backup assistant package, but I have heard that might not happen on the first run of these trucks. Luckily, I have been backing trailers off and on for over 50 years, so I will survive. Now, the long wait begins! I will be looking for your desert review of the hybrid AWD!

[@toronado455]

Very good comprehensive update!

[@jamescarlos9143]

Great information, thank you!

[@otavioteixeira3207]

Curious to see the lariat desert sand color matching the same interior color

[@John-kx3ng]

With the new front end styling I’ll have to see one in person before committing to one.

[@eug504ene]

He’s right it makes no sense to complain. If you’re not gonna do anything about it just don’t buy a vehicle and prices will come down. Or they will delete the vehicle as an unpopular item.

[@joyofnft8084]

Shay, so would you upgrade to a 2025 or keep your original XL?

[@TestDrivenTV]

If interest rates were the same as in 2022, perhaps we might upgrade. But for now our 2022 Maverick Hybrid is still working just fine for us.

[@mattpike7268]

​@@TestDrivenTV A lot of us would love an update video on your maverick! I'm just over 19k miles on my 23 XL hybrid, I'm thoroughly satisfied with it. 4k and AWD are absolutely options I would've checked had they been available. I may trade in during whatever they do for the second generation, but I'm keeping mine for the foreseeable future.

[@caliwish7585]

The neutral tow option where a motorhome can flat to a Maverick is also supposedly not supported on Hybrid awd but may still be in hybrid fwd.

[@Google123ABC]

What’s new? That price tag is new. In a few years this truck will start off at $30k. Smh

[@Rogue_Life_Maverick]

Looking forward to picking up one of these in the summer of 2025. Can't wait.

[@jimsimpson6791]

Any information on when the 2025 Maverick will be available to order in Canada? My local dealer said at least a couple of months.

[@scupking]

I agree about people complaining about the price. It’s still cheaper than most new vehicles.

[@adamgrattan]

Hey Sam would like to know your thoughts on your Maverick Xl compared to the same 2025 Maverick Xl and if you would still think it's a BUY IT LIST vehicle.

[@ricknkelly1]

I think I’d have to go with the black package inside for the lariat with the Eruption Green.

[@bradleyhammer5615]

R.I.P. little cubby

[@christopherdiienno4154]

I never understood their thought process on the interior color… it was orange and now an ugly blue. Whoever made these decisions needs to be fired. I’m still gonna buy it but the first modification will be changing the interior color that would not match most colors. Imagine getting that beautiful green color to just walk into an ugly blue inside.

[@John-kx3ng]

I would love to see how long the order banks stay open? However with 3 shifts it should be somewhat longer now.

[@kylenowak6300]

That total ass of a front end is going to be ignored by me because I can get the EG color, AWD hybrid, 4K tow. Even at $39,350 w/X-plan it is finally the truck I NEED and the efficiency I desire.

[@ramonahumada4]

Need info on your Maverick!

[@stuartmoon6202]

Nice job Sam

[@benda777nba]

I love that green color but am happy with my 23 xlt hybrid carbonized gray...I don't see the need for AWD as I live in South Texas where it hardly snows lol

[@mikestill5819]

I def wanna ditch those blue accents in cab. Id prefer black. When my 2025 comes in, anyone wanna swap their black for my blue, let me know

[@Headcase650]

I can't comprehend why they would remove the FX4 package from the Lariat!!!

[@amignonettejubilee]

@@Headcase650 I’m with you (speaking as someone with a current fx4 lariat). But Ford is wanting folks that want off-road with lux features to pay up for a tremor.

[@Headcase650]

@@amignonettejubilee But then you loose the 4K tow. It just seems like a bad business move all around.

[@amignonettejubilee]

@@Headcase650I forgot about the 4k tow- it’s crazy they don’t offer that with the tremor; you’re right; it’s a head scratcher. But I’m also not understanding why they removed physical hvac buttons and ruined good front end styling either.

[@mathewg1747]

Nearly perfect. It just needs a jumper seat up front and a sunroof. I don’t like the moonroof only option.

[@vernshowalter4119]

What happened to the PH TV not happening I guess

[@NotTelling51]

"Just stop it. Prices go up and always have." Give us your money and like it.

[@edwarddejong8025]

note to author: Please quote prices including the delivery charge, because that is not optional, and is a deceptive trick by the manufacturers that should not be repeated by a reviewer. Thanks for mentioning that the Lobo has optional regular wheels; not a big fan of the weird wheels.

[@TestDrivenTV]

That's our standard format as it is with most media outlets.

[@edwarddejong8025]

@@TestDrivenTV It may be commonly done, but it doesn't serve the customer at all to aid and abet the deceptive trade practices of the manufacturers. My ancestors are from NL, and in the NL you have to quote delivered price including the 21% VAT tax... I don't expect you to quote an after-tax price as we have 50 different states with a huge range of tax rates. Delivery fees started out as a minor few hundred dollar fee that reflected the actual cost of moving the car to the dealership, and the FTC has been lax in forcing the manufacturers to stop this outrageous deceptive practice. Even Tesla which formerly prided itself on not being like a normal car company is engaging in this deception and charges a delivery fee even if you pick it up at the factory in Fremont. I suggest you lean towards helping your audience, who is paying you with their views. The mfrs need to cut this out.

[@fuelaholic]

Of all the good and better changes and additions,, the headlights flap thingys, and touch screen climate controls really disappoint me. I applaud the AWD hybrid, great addition. But my 22 fx4 has only 36,000km or around 22,000 miles, so I’m keeping my Mav for a while yet.

[@lannylancaster62]

Which one are you going to buy?

[@jombeemeanstroke6426]

I like the loss of the copper/brown Lariet interior trim colors, but orange remains the best XLT interior color. And I love the Lobo rims. OH and the LOBO is awesome but I think I have close to its specs on my '23 EB FX4 4K with more HP. Thank you as always Mr. Haymart! One of the best Maverick channels in the entire KZbin universe.

[@tomc6229]

What's disappointing to me is 1. No Lariat FX4 option, and 2. No 4K tow option for the Tremor. I wouldn't want a Tremor, but I'd settle for it to get an FX4 equivalent. But, without 4k tow, it makes no sense to me. I won't setting though for the XLT FX4. So, no sale.

[@sammyjammy6647]

Excellent points. And as mentioned multiple times elsewhere, the HVAC controls in the touchscreen. Who the fuck are making these decisions at ford?

[@dvader3263]

@@sammyjammy6647Some vehicles use voice control for all functions of the HVAC system, phone, navigation, music and more with a thumb touch of one button on the steering wheel. It's easier and safer. There's no need to look at or reach for physical buttons.

[@christopherdiienno4154]

Never heard of rims being called handsome before lol

[@skydancerforever]

They ruined the maverick for 2025. Used to be affordable but now is outpriced like all new vehicles. Plus lower horspower ratings, discontinued colors that were good and no physical climate controls? Screen is to big now too.

[@ncironhorse8367]

I like the 2024 interior better...

[@billseiler4952]

I like the bigger infotainment but for $40,000 I would rather spend more $$$ and purchase a ranger v6 turbo

[@CHMichael]

So does it have the new feature that reports you to the cops if you drive too fast? ( ford patent)

[@TestDrivenTV]

Um no

It automatically signals the UN helicopters and reveals you location.

[@staciecarverd8136]

What I had for my XLT, AWD Ecoboost w/luxury package would now cost almost $4K more, even more if I add in the full-sized spare which requires the FX4 pkg. It's just not worth it with the loss of the HVAC physical controls, regardless of the enlarged touch screen. Touch screens are nothing less than a distraction, and needless gimmick. I want real controls which can be reached without taking my eyes off of the road, and this isn't it. Especially considering I work at a dealership and see the frequent failures of the Sync system, and experienced consistent and numerous glitches w/my '23 infotainment system. The new accent trim on the XLT is also something I consider a step backwards. The orange was a beautiful and creative accent, the new blue isn't nearly the same, it looks cheap to me. Yes, you address the increasing prices, but when you look at it in reality, it's no longer really an entry level vehicle. Ford is quickly moving the Maverick out of the affordable position it was at its introduction or its follow up year of '23. What I had is no longer affordable on the budget I initially ordered and bought it at. Again, $3 1/5K more, and not worth it! That said, I recently traded mine in for a '25 Chevy Trax (numerous financial reasons), lost the AWD and bed, but got every option, and more, for almost 6K less and still have more features, a better interior, audio, fuel mileage, fit and finish, better ride quality, and more comfort; and got what I paid for it as trade-in value meaning I owned it for a little over a year at virtually no cost. I still like my maverick, it fit the need I have for a small economical pickup, but it fell a little short of what I expected in several areas, though certainly not performance!! ...it could be a rocket! And that's not to say I wouldn't consider another one, I just wouldn't at the new pricing they have. Sure, the AWD hybrid is attractive, I'd have ordered this right off the bat had it been available when my order was submitted in 22. It's just not what many at work (I work at a dealership) consider an affordable entry-level Ford product. And people have priced replacements for their current Mavericks, and only one individual is interested in ordering a '25 -- and they live at home w/ mommy and daddy.

[@imv5197]

i like it but i cant afford

[@NicholasRichmond-dn8qh]

Ford must sell this in 🇬🇧 uk it will fly of the shelf what’s not to like

[@BluegrassNBass]

They killed the look with those flaps over the headlights. That is what is keeping me from trading in my 24 Lariat BAP. That and the black top addition. Dumb move by Ford

[@johnathoncastro]

Why is the Lobo $40k? 😂

[@fernandoformeloza4107]

Pros: Hybrid all wheel drive with tow package tows 4000 pounds!! And has updated 13 inch screen. Also larger wheels Cons: downgraded looks for exterior and rims. Price increase. No buttons for climate controls Pound for pound, this is the best pickup truck in the market by far

[@bobp284]

Like the HVAC on the screen. In low light or if you wear glasses just for reading, you couldn't really see which button was which unless you took your eyes off the road. Won't be the case now cuz it's right in front of you in lighted larger print. Maybe, if we're lucky it'll work with voice command too.

[@voltecrules624]

Please ices went up from below $20,000 to above $27000 in less than 4 years. That is a lot.

[@comensee2461]

It doesn't even seem worth getting a Maverick anymore because of the price increase. Getting an XL Hybrid FWD is $26k base when it used to be

[@sammyjammy6647]

Everybody’s going goo goo gaga over hybrid all-wheel-drive. I live in Southern California. I don’t give a shit about all-wheel-drive. The real story is the disaster in putting the HVAC controls in the touchscreen.

[@manvirsingh1806]

@@sammyjammy6647 no one talking about it scares me also them boys don’t be looking at the road already

[@bobp284]

Like the HVAC on the screen. In low light or if you wear glasses just for reading, you couldn't really see which button was which unless you took your eyes off the road. Won't be the case now cuz it's right in front of you in lighted larger print. Maybe, if we're lucky it'll work with voice command too. Sell ya my '24 front wheel drive Lariat Hybrid in Cactus Gray that I'm trading in for the '25. You just gotta come to upstate NY to get it. Less than five thousand mile on it.

[@sammyjammy6647]

@@bobp284 yeah I’m a weird bird. I haven’t purchased used since the 1990s. I only buy new. The issue with putting the HVAC controls in the touchscreen is glitches, screen not responding to touches, the screen going blank, or any other electronic malfunction(remember this is a Ford so all those things are highly possible, lol). This can be disastrous on a hot day if you’re facing triple digit weather. So you and I disagree. Somethings should just remain analog. 💁🏻

[@bobp284]

@@sammyjammy6647 I understand. But for me, I'd rather sweat than get in an accident because my eyes were of the road. My feeling is that the climate controls should be just under the screen, not in the darker basement they were in with the '24 with semi-micro buttons..

[@michaelsaiffer6284]

Any word on when you'll get one for a test drive? Thanks

[@markschneider1396]

They lost me when they moved away from physical controls. That's so stupid considering how badly they screw up software.

[@VulcanXIV]

@@markschneider1396 if it weren't for that, I would have made an effort to trade in my 2024

[@FrankD71864]

Prices go up but salaries don't.

[@karleells6540]

Salaries go up when you have more skills. Duhh

[@karleells6540]

You’re comment is full of ignorance

[@robertscheimann1603]

I wish they left the front end alone. I really don’t care for the look of the sheet metal in front of the light. It looks unfinished to me. To bad because I really liked the look of the 2024. I was planning on purchasing the hybrid all wheel drive but that front end looks ugly and definitely a dealbreaker for me.

[@tombazemore1098]

I’m going to try to not look at the new grill. At least I won’t see it when I’m inside. Otherwise, I like the changes. Have one ordered.

[@dapetik]

I hate the climate controls! Ugh

[@bobp284]

Like the HVAC on the screen. In low light or if you wear glasses just for reading, you couldn't really see which button was which unless you took your eyes off the road. Won't be the case now cuz it's right in front of you in lighted larger print. Maybe, if we're lucky it'll work with voice command too.

[@toronado455]

Those LOBO wheels are like 1979 Turbo Trans Am wheels.

[@bman1990]

THE BATTERY IS 3 TIMES SMALLER THAN A GOLF CART!

[@ITSTotallyTubluar]

The new front looks like ahit. Less like a truck, more like an Asian vehicle. They shoulda put a dual injection vs gdi engine.

[@Chilicharger665]

The ecoboost now is a dual injection engine. The hybrid engine is port injection.

[@videodistro]

SO GLAD I got the 2024. They RUINED the concept of the Maverick. We needed and wanted a simpler and less expensive option. We don't want more DIGITAL crap. My wife and I love the simple, ALWAYS available buttons for environmental and media controls. We don't want a larger, busier screen where you spend more wasted time on a screen instead if fast, simple.buttons. I wpuld NOT have purchased a 2025.Maverick. nope. No way.

[@farsidebeans]

New grill is hideous and boring.

[@denisilyayev1878]

no physical climate control buttons = never getting my money

[@toronado455]

touch screen climate controls are horrible

[@NarySllim]

It really is a big fumble. You’re relying on slow software for a simple task that have always worked flawless with knobs and buttons.

[@toronado455]

@@NarySllim Or voice commands that are many magnitudes slower.

[@tim3172]

I'm surprised to hear about adults that can't develop muscle memory and who require constant looking at a touch screen. Are you seen a specialist? Also, why don't you do what normal people do: set it to 70 and not touch it until it snows?

[@denisilyayev1878]

@@tim3172 stop being stupid first of all. I had the display break in my car. Waited a week for the part to come in. If I wouldn't have physical controls I would be driving around without AC in 110 degree heat. This is just a cost saving tactic for manufacturers. Nothing more.

[@joshdoddadbod]

I like everything but the look, price, and lack of physical climate controls. Not a fan of the gaslighting you did in this video regarding price. Prices are going up but are wages? Don't think so. Price is important and these manufacturers are about to find that out. The boomers bought a lot of stuff during covid but now its just us millenial and gen z poors left. Sales are going to plummet for many things.

[@TestDrivenTV]

Say whatever you want, they will sell every single one of these they can build. Show us the less expensive compact hybrid pickup competitor. Oh wait, there isn't one.

[@gregb6829]

Geez. Never pegged you as a price increasw apologist.

[@TestDrivenTV]

#realist

[@gt9760]

I hate the front end look. That u shaped part that goes to the lights looks like an aftermarket add on. It's ugly.

[@Kevin-qz4eq]

stop complaining about price going up, says the guy who got a new one for about 20k a few years ago

[@TestDrivenTV]

We'd buy a new one today without batting an eye. Still nothing close. Show us the cheaper compact hybrid truck. The interest rates tho.....

[@luisarturohernandezramirez5910]

Kinda mad that I got mine this year, but I love my Mav and its been super useful. That awd would be super useful for work tho, so maybe in 2 years I'll upgrsde when I'm not upside down on my loan 🫠

[@mattpike7268]

No offense, but if you're upside down on a maverick at any point in your loan, you shouldn't even remotely consider an upgrade.