2022 Ford Maverick FX4 Deep Snow and Ice Winter Test

[@thomasrose5505]

The more I see of this little truck, the more I am impressed with its abilities.

[@ethanroth217]

Same! Though this was gonna be some city truck but fit its size and price, it’s pretty amazing

[@craighatch3221]

Yup just talked to my ford dealer yesterday about buying one.

[@donaldducko6580]

It’s just unfortunate it’s made in Mexico. When I think Ford pickup I think made in the USA. Too bad. I would have bought one.

[@angelgjr1999]

@@donaldducko6580 Ford has been making base model V6s in Mexico for decades now. Nothing new. Atleast it’s better than the Chinese GM cars.

[@ProfessorIgor]

@@donaldducko6580 Ford has been making cars/trucks in Mexico for DECADES.

[@halflife103]

I live in an area in canada where no matter where you are you are either going up or down a hill. Seeing that there is a setting that actually lets the tires spin is super exciting. A lot of people dont understand how bad a vehicle cutting power is on a snowy hill.

[@James-il3tq]

Rocky mountains mate? Interior Alberta/BC I'll guess

[@halflife103]

@@James-il3tq BC interior region

[@stevenpeterson7234]

People also dont understand there vehicles either. Take off traction control and let your 4wd/4x4 system work properly!!

[@David9dee]

From the bulky valley, I have the XLT towing package, and I left my gate key in the house today, there’s a back road around the property that’s hills and covered in about a foot of snow, the Maverick made it through with no problems at all, was going to change it and call a friend to help pull us out if we got stuck, but there was no need.

[@RebornzHItman]

@@David9dee Definitely the kind of information I like to hear, been thinking about getting a truck for the first time. Nothing to big, but definitely want it for snow, and hearing this is great !

[@SujeethNarra]

This is exactly the kind of reviews I’m looking for. I hardly ever go off the road but do need a vehicle to handle snow as I’m on the go when that inclement weather hits. Thanks!

[@GODWITHUS0712]

If you think this is good check out what TFLoffroad did with the Maverick against the Hyundai off road. Spoiler Maverick won.

[@aknmtbr]

Yup! I don't off-road but I live in Alaska and I frequently drive in deep snow.

[@Napkinatorz]

I never really thought I'd be looking into a Ford before, but the maverick is pretty impressive. Cool video, happy new year!

[@rohanm54]

It’s one of the few 2022+ smaller size cars on the road with big power, proper AWD and NO CVT. I’m looking at Mazda 3 turbos, 6-speed wrx’s, and AWD Camrys. For under 30k in some trims it seems just too good to be true.

[@Marker-er3ro]

Really like seeing video shots of the tires and if they’re spinning fully. A lot of the new awd systems don’t push enough torque to the back wheels, it looks like this one does in sand mode. Nice video!

[@JRs-guitars]

Ford's AWD system is definitely more robust than most others. I had a Ford Edge AWD that at one point sent too much power to the rear in a snow storm the first time I accelerated from a stop lol. Gave me a little fish tail for a second

[@supersnot4]

A lot of people including myself have software called "ForScan" (unfortunate name, I know) which allows you to see and tweak every module in Ford and Mazda vehicles. Many people have accessed the module for the AWD to view the PID data on the clutch packs. Most Ford vehicles have the clutches significantly engaged ~40-60% regardless of wheel spin from a stop, and starts tapering off as speeds approach 40mph. As the system sees wheel spin, it engages the clutches more as needed. I watched it myself in my 2009 Escape hybrid. The system works fantastic, and feels like any true 4X4 I've driven. I can confirm that the clutches are capable of fully locking as well, since I can manually do so with the software and the wheels bind like a 4X4 in a turn.

[@Marker-er3ro]

@@supersnot4 That’s cool, do you need an OBD WiFi dongle? I would love the see a temporary lock button like our old Honda Pilot had.

[@supersnot4]

@@Marker-er3ro Mine is directly connected via USB to my laptop. There are wifi dongles available though. The Escapes lost the lock button in 2008, though it's pretty much unnecessary unless you're driving in sand for longer distances to keep the clutches cool. Using Forscan to lock the system while offroading would be very inconvenient, but it was a fun experiment.

[@bradenstuart4074]

This channel does the BEST videography. Slow motion, and all of the angles make the videos really angular and provide great prospective!! There isn’t another channel that does it any better. Subscribed and loving the content!

[@matus201]

Yea what I'm learning from watching all your reviews, is that what you want is a traction control that is able to stop the spinning wheel to send power to the one that has traction. However, what you also want is an option to turn traction control totally off, and allow for a lot of wheel spin. Seems to me like new cars are learning the first trick pretty well - but in doing so, forget that sometimes you do want just a lot of spin. Glad to see the Maverick is not one them.

[@skyline5354]

The Santa Cruz dual clutch would be burning doing this same test. Good job Maverick

[@Dicki793]

The Santa Cruz is to ugly to look at also . Good job ford for making a truck look like a truck .

[@willie9397]

I think the maverick is winning the hearts of many who would have never even given it a second thought without the help of youtube and people who post stuff like this, personally I think ford nailed it and I already see about half a dozen on the road, and 1 santa cruz

[@biggsly5000]

It did pretty good, it spins all the tires and doesn’t cut power off in sand mode. At a certain point of course there is no traction and not much ground clearance and no cars will plow much snow of course. I’d give it an A for an all wheel drive “cheaper” vehicle

[@wesworld98]

top of the line being 36 grand is unfortunately not a bad price, the new tundra starts at 36 for refrence ( obviously two very different trucks)

[@C-Henry]

Perfect timing, the snow just finished melting after getting a good few inches in my part of Oregon and I was wondering how the Maverick would fare. I continue to be impressed and am strongly considering a Mav to consolidate my 4x4 and commuter back to one vehicle. These tests are doing a great job of convincing me that's possible.

[@gotchagoing8843]

I'm down here in Jackson county. And I am waiting on my build date for my Maverick Lariat/FX4/Max Tow pkg. I'm glad I have one on order.

[@11679MRT]

I have an awd XL - I live in northern Minnesota. I put bfgoodrich trail terrain t/a tires on and use slippery mode on compact, icey roads. When the snow is fresh I use normal with tc off. I had no problems getting around last winter and don't feel like I'm missing anything by not having sand or mud options.

[@booksunwalker5051]

So would you say the FX4 isn't totally necessary? How about going up steep icy roads, will the slippery still do the job? Thanks!

[@coachbeam3600]

This truck becomes more and more impressive every video. I think it’d do just enough for me to go up north hunting (MI) but drive well while living in a city like Grand Rapids or Chicago.

[@Smoothsounds88]

I think the take away here is that turning traction control off, provides the most traction.

[@erikcorcoran6063]

It always has been the best option that's why the first thing you do when building a rally car is disable traction control. don't want to cut power.

[@amywhite375]

I think modern "traction control" is designed to counteract people with zero driving skill. Cutting power in average snowy conditions, etc.

[@norincofan1949]

@@amywhite375 no, it's designed for highway conditions where you really shouldn't be getting any amount of wheelspin.

[@rando5673]

Looks like it'll handle Canada after all. Great stuff, I'm super pumped to get my hands on one of these some day

[@Redhawk24]

With high end winter tires like Blizzaks, it’d do even much better. I have a 01 4Runner and can drive 22% uphill grades in RWD with my Blizzaks. With all seasons, I can’t even in 4WD.

[@locsin1955]

Yeah real winter tires are way more helpfull in those conditions than all those drive modes. My 1st gen Honda Ridgeline (without any drive modes) with mid-grade winter tires have done better than the Maverick in the video in even worst conditions, we get a lot of snow in the north of Sweden and all weather/season tires will make sure you can't get to work many a time during winter.

[@Redhawk24]

@@locsin1955 yep exactly. I’d rather spend the money on good winter tires for sure.

[@heydaddy5326]

@@Redhawk24 No doubt.

[@sad754yt]

It seems like tires are always the most underrated asset when it comes to everything

[@mtbrdude]

My wife's front wheel drive Kia does better with snow tires than my Ram 1500 with 4wd and all seasons. Way better.

[@davidmccarthy6061]

I'm not a truck guy but the Maverick seems to be a really good value.

[@genostylez3]

Great video! I have a Maverick on order so I'm highly interested in all your Maverick videos. I always appreciate the 4k quality as well!

[@MoeJae86]

5:50 I see he has engaged "FUN" mode which releases inner excitement of the driver.

[@deejayimm]

Nice to see Ford is still putting the "feature" on that honks the horn twice when you shut the door and the car still running, very useful for waking your neighbors up at 4 in the morning.

[@drivingsports]

Isn't it just the worst?

[@deejayimm]

@@drivingsports Nanny state.... It reminds me of Jeremy Clarkson when the car won't stop beeping when the doors open: "I know the doors open, there's a gap, it's how I got in"

[@nickb3968]

Is there no way to disable the horn honk?

[@deejayimm]

@@nickb3968 I think you can on some vehicles but not on all of them. Its a "safety" feature.....

[@coblaze1]

@@deejayimm your dealer might be able turn it off using their computer

[@eladreltuc]

We ploughed through deeper snow on my property with the same truck. It’s a pretty capable little truck

[@rightlanehog3151]

Ryan, Happy New Year to you, your team and SUBSCRIBERS!! Dedicated, top quality Winter tires on cheap steel rims are always the answer for drivers who deal with these conditions regularly. And slow the h__ down!!

[@James-il3tq]

I'd go with cheap aluminum rims (I use factory rims for winter and get another set of rims for summers). Steel rims look brutal especially when they rust sooner then later. Also heavier which hurts MPG a tad.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@James-il3tq My steel rims are 1 inch smaller than the factory alloys. This means excess weight really is not an issue and the narrower tires offer lower rolling resistance than winter tires of factory spec. The extra sidewall really helps cushion the ride when summer potholes turn into winter craters. There is virtually no rust on them after 16 winters because they get a spray of Krown rustproofing when they are installed in November. BTW aluminum also corrodes.

[@blakliffy]

This was the best winter AWD test video I have seen.

[@boomerrangerron]

I too have become increasingly impressed with this little truck too! How it performed in new, deep snow is impressive for sure. And it seems worth the $36K for the FX 4 AWD! Especially when you consider the new Nissan Frontier Pro X is $47 K.

[@MrRtHemi]

Well that's the lariat trim.. you can get fx4 in the xlt trim.. like my truck it's fx4 awd xlt with luxury package. For 30k

[@boomerrangerron]

@@MrRtHemi Thanks Robert I'm just not sure if we can buy these now and get a decent deal! The entire industry is getting clobbered with the supply chain issue and chip shortage, but I'll start shopping and hope to find that XLT. Really want to test drive one! Glad you're happy with your purchase!

[@MrRtHemi]

@Boomer Ranger Ron you can still place a new order for a maverick. That is your best bet. It will keep dealership from marketing up the prices. I've already seen they jack up the price over 6-10k over the window sticker price.

[@JRs-guitars]

Good video! Heavy "wet" snow will be the real test. But I'd like to see how it does in Cinder hills OHV near Flagstaff. I was just there earlier this week and all of that cinder gravel mixed with snow actually challenged my Grand Cherokee more than I thought it would.

[@paulcondie2520]

Heavy wet snow is definitely harder to get traction in but this lil truck is impressive at the price point

[@ormand3000]

The Grand Cherokee would be challenged in any terrain condition lol what a joke of an SUV "trail rated" my behind. Should have got a Toyota 4 runner

[@1g2002541]

The slow mode is very good demo of Under steering! Great video! Please more snow test of those CUVs!

[@ALMX5DP]

Great demonstrations! Very cool to see how the different modes function in these types of conditions.

[@wildbill23c]

I have to admit for an AWD system that of course has no low range, the Maverick is doing much better than I thought it would. Your video series with the Maverick is really pushing me towards a Maverick as a replacement for my daily driver Bronco 2. The fuel savings alone would make it worth while....14-17mpg in my Bronco 2 on a good day VS what the mid to high 20mpg range in the Maverick.

[@vtonice]

It has a “low” setting, but not a low range. Interesting he didn’t opt to use it, particularly for the unbroken snow hill test.

[@jmpersic]

Great video. Ford will not be able to make enough of these. The Maverick was not on my radar at all until I started reading into it and watching videos like this one, now I'm ordering one.

[@romulux1205]

Starting @ 5:23 you can how fun Ryan is having on the Sand setting. Great video! Keep up the good work!

[@SulCoCrazy]

You know, silly commentaries aside, I really like how Ryan does things. This is EXACTLY how I would equip my truck for these conditions and this review solidifies that this truck will be capable of handling my driving situations. Super nice to see that it can handle this shit. Thank you Ryan!

[@NarySllim]

I know people have said they wished it had the better awd system but i'm very happy with what this little truck can do.

[@theejoeylee]

This is the type of video I really wanted to see all along. Maverick would be perfect for me. Had to get rid of my Ranger last year. It was a manual 2wd and I had left knee surgery....plus ot snows alot up north.

[@toddkestner3742]

Your smile during the slow mo drift speaks volumes!

[@myckeee]

Wow. What a demonstration, and a high quality video. This channel should be getting more traction in the vehicle review world.

[@scottyellis3442]

WOW that's crazy, wasn't to sure of this little truck a few months ago but I'm really impressed with it now. I use to own a 96 F150 4×4 with the 302 V8 & it's crazy this little truck has more power than mine did, great video.

[@1097monster]

I've been thinking about upgrading from a Subaru Outback to a new Maverick but was concerned about how it'd handle the Minnesota winter. I now have no doubts that it'd be the same if not better. Thank you for making this video!

[@EZapar]

:) So? Was I right about the Falkens? I've had so much fun in the Xtrek with them on. Unstoppable! The Maverick kicked that hill's ass! Note that when you were able to start from a stop, you were digging deep enough to find the road and get traction. Cool vid!

[@drivingsports]

Yeah, they’re great.

[@rich4u1973]

I can't wait to get my fx4. Won't be until March. Thanks for a great video!!

[@samoverlockme]

Wicked Dr. Mario song vibes in the first 15 seconds. :) So nice that this little guy lets you crank on the power if you need it. I'm really starting to not be a fan of all these labeled modes that are often times inappropriate for the conditions. Not sure how you'd label them better. Custom labels? "FFS give me wheelspin!" & "Take 'er easy"

[@Sheepleton]

I'm impressed, didn't think it'd make it half way up.

[@callmej3671]

Very cool to see a dedicated crew making awesome videos out in -17° C. Now wait until it really gets cold 😊

[@crimsonzorro]

My Wife's 2017 Ford Escape AWD with the 2.0 L ecoboost does Great on the road in snow. I often day dream of giving it a lift and some off road tires.

[@sad754yt]

Just do it she will be happy!

[@Sci-Fi_Fan296]

This right here was solid testing of this truck! Keep up the good work!

[@busslayer4790]

Since you have been willing to do some mods (tires) to the Maverick already, how about throwing one of the lift kits on it that are available and then test to see how much better it is off road, if at all.

[@rdubs1705]

Or not because lifting a truck made for the road would make it worse and handle like crap

[@Silverback_GMT410]

Awesome video! I hope we get more snow videos with this thing!

[@CJ-zz9ts]

A surprising little gem of a truck

[@owens945]

Man everytime i see this Little truck it looks better and better. I hope you guys revisit the Maverick again when the MaverickTremor comes out id love to see how it handles more challangeing off roading

[@MrRtHemi]

Man I'm soo hype 🙌🏼 I just got my fx4 maverick. And loving it. I already placed 2inch lift and ko2 tires.

[@rx2ride259]

I've been stuck more than once in Eastern Washington snow. Nice video! Cool little truck

[@timjohnson1199]

Do a snow test with the hybrid. If I'm at work and it snows 8" during the day I'm going to be driving in it. I'm not gonna be the only one too.

[@tomahawkjo8574]

One of the best channels on KZbin!

[@byrde4329]

I would LOVE an AWD Hybrid Maverick. I'd certainly buy one if and when this is released.

[@javabeans830]

i think they are working on a new version of the maverick for 2023 but not 100% sure when its gonna come out!

[@pezave]

You the Man!!

[@bo1051]

The more I see this little guy! I want to buy one.

[@bushdog]

as i live in the western hills of Massachusetts its snow about 5 months a year. i have been watching all your videos on this little maverick and thoroughly impressed. My 16 tucson awd does great with good tires. but i would love the ability to own a small truck with small truck capabilities.

[@rgoodman2803]

Love this little truck for starters! In my Jeep GC, snow mode will always limit wheel spin and cut power, however for the most fun in the snow I either move it to Sand or leave it in auto and disable traction control. Either mode is great for maintaining momentum. Seems like the Maverick is working the same way.

[@Kiss__Kiss]

Okay WOW!! Color me impressed.. Well Done, Ryan.. Very aggressive modes. Meaning, they aren't just gimmicky!!!

[@BernonCars]

I’m impressed it kept climbing when you first got into it!

[@davidmills5422]

I just ordered my wife the 2022 Ford Maverick in velocity blue. She wanted a small truck without a huge price. We had to drive a hundred miles away, to just look at one someone else ordered into the Dealership. She originally chose the XL, but I talked her into the XLT with the Luxury and Towing Packages. After some more thought and having FX4 models of other Ford trucks, I called the salesman we ordered through and told him to add the FX4 package. I felt that with the vehicle being lower to the ground, living in the country and her unique driving style (LOL), she needed the skid plates and different traction settings. I have seen many great reviews on this new small truck. I am impressed with all the reviews and am very confident she will be happy with the vehicle and the price. If she complains about the price change, I will add it in my down payment. Thanks Ford, for the new vehicle and thank you, Ryan for the test video.

[@mizuslayer]

where are you/how long did your local Ford dealership say it'd take for yours to arrive? i'm in la and I ordered mine about a week almost 2 weeks ago

[@davidmills5422]

@@mizuslayer The Salesman actually told me a couple of months.

[@mizuslayer]

@@davidmills5422 same they told me in LA approx 3 mos, 4 mos max so i'm hoping to have mine by spring. wondering if it's the same on your side but not sure where u are in the country

[@davidmills5422]

@@mizuslayer I am in South Carolina and told me about the same time frame. Since we had been talking to them about it for a couple months before order, they are trying to get it built faster. We didn't order one until we could physically see one. We still didn't get to test drive one, cause the one we looked at was someone else's.

[@mizuslayer]

@@davidmills5422 ah, copy. thanks

[@noelking1792]

Added to my Christmas list must have,!

[@jamesjahoda1613]

With winter tires, this looks like it would work for me! I want one even more.

[@Oncewaslostbutnowimsaved]

Someone needs to make a winch for the fronr bumper, then this thing will truly be a jack of all trades

[@debopriyodutta]

Starting the year with a Toyota and ending it with a Ford...!!! What a year it has been for everyone..!!! Happy new year to everyone, hoping more videos in the new year with more of Karleena ofcourse..!!:)

[@Doc1855]

I heard that Toyota is coming out with a pickup to compete with the Maverick. Personally we need a body on frame pickup for our needs. We’re on our 4th Ranger. It’s a 11 XLT super cab with the 4.0 V6 and 5spd auto transmission. It’s a 4X4 as we get 5-6 feet of snow every winter. We mainly use our Ranger for work around our property. I added a K&N intake and a FlowMaster exhaust. I now consistently get 23mpg on the highway with the cruise set on 75mph. Next month it’ll turn 12 years old and we have only 35K miles. We’re in our 50s so I’m sure the family will be fighting over it after we’re dead and gone.

[@pacificrocknorthwest5612]

I find it perfect that this is done here in WA state, I have an Audi 18' A6 and i find this truck just about 5 more inches in length..yeah now I want one.

[@sergiugurzau8649]

great little truck. impressive

[@mannyman729]

I want this but in Puerto Rico they are $10,000 higher in price and them mark ups are crazy

[@drobs7279]

It did better than I expected!

[@sergebasque8460]

Kudo to you my friend this is real testing in the snow up the hill , that is impressive from that maverick truck thanks for that great content.🇨🇦👍👏💪🔥👌

[@Zovexx]

I trying to help a friend choose a small truck for her to get around in, and your reviews have helped. The Maverick might be the ticket. My only criticism is, that "foot" of snow didn't even go over your 6" boots! Ha! But really, thanks for the info.

[@x_ghost_x6612]

Impressive...impressive! But you are not a Jedi yet! Awesome little truck! Dig the hell out of it! Loved watching it get up the snow road in mud mode! Now if Ford can just start making their own superconductors and get these out to the market in mass!

[@dannydionne7620]

That's a good lookin Honda ridgeline.....😂😂😂

[@justindavis1546]

Great test and review. Now if only dealers could get them in stock.

[@discerningmind]

Very good. I didn't know different modes would work better--at times--than slippery mode does. I don't think the average driver is going to know that sand-mode works better in deep/tall snow. Perhaps Ford should add a deep-snow-mode even if it's duplicate of another mode.

[@dylanashley799]

I’ve been driving my old s10 for a while I want one of these

[@jovandjukic5923]

I think i saw Jeep Compass in the background, lets see Jeep here :)

[@drivingsports]

We did the same tests with the 2022 Jeep Compass and Subaru Forester Wilderness. Those videos will be dropping in the next couple weeks.

[@jovandjukic5923]

@@drivingsportsYeahhhhhh! Thank you!

[@shawn576]

Nicely done with the "sand" mode. My corolla's traction control would be close to that "slippery" mode, and it felt like the car was broken. Just a standard 1-2 inches of powdery snow on an unplowed street would leave any driver screaming in rage. That has permanently affected my perception of all traction control systems when it comes to snow. I had to turn that bullshit off every single day just to make the car perform at the most basic level.

[@CKPHH]

I just hope next this year Ford will release an Awd hybrid version.

[@ryane.6778]

It did surprisingly alright in Sand Mode. I imagine with decent tires it would do better. I just wish they would make all of the AWD systems/features that are available in the Bronco Sport available in the Maverick. That's all it would need to round it out. I know they want to control the price, fine. Make an FX4 off road model that INCLUDES those extras.

[@Doc1855]

I put 300# of sand bags in the bed in the winter for more traction for our snowy roads

[@DaroffApFire]

I'd love to see a re-test with proper snow tires on the truck. Because even without them it did wonderfully.

[@joeblust8101]

Thanks for comparing drive modes to those of us who didn't order the FX4 package. Out of curiosity, does the traction control automatically kick back on after reaching a certian speed?

[@SethPinnock]

I loved the triumphant music, at the apex of climb.👍😁

[@tmar9159]

Good tire choice.

[@commbubba1990]

Great video. Would have liked to see a comparison video with the other 4x4's in your fleet

[@drewski1441]

Check the TFL truck video they did an hill climb test with this and the Santa Cruz. The Maverick did way better. The Hyundai Santa Cruz failed plus they smelled burnt oil from the DSG transmission.

[@Xarn_Nation]

Just what I wanted, thank you

[@ebnhahn1993]

Good video as usual!. You just made FORD few more Maverick customers😀😀

[@dmaxwell314]

You are one of my favorite you tubers, great video btw. Wish I discovered your channel before i went with the chevy trax😵‍💫

[@sad754yt]

Lord you must be hating that decision.

[@dmaxwell314]

@@sad754yt lets just say i wish i had better knowledge before making that decision. Because… yea buddy i cant talk my way out of this one 😂 i messed up bad.

[@travise8008]

I figured mud/ruts mode would be the most aggressive since in sand you don't really want tires to spin but in mud you gotta spin tires to keep the tread cleaned out.

[@paulcondie2520]

That's pretty impressive! My soon to be next truck. I love it. Imagine what it would do with actual winter tires studded!

[@jediguy634]

Finally got our first couple inches out here in SE MI to test my Bronco Sports Badlands "Slippery" mode. One thing i did notice in slippery mode, is that it seems to hold gears speeding up and downshift faster while slowing down. This let me rely more on engine braking to slow me down at a stoplight / vs applying break alone. I know it doesn't apply to FX4 Maveric but just general info, also noticed slippery mode really worked those 2 independent rear clutches when i hit a patch of deeper snow or ice. Hope Ford puts the badlands system on a "tremor" edition maverick. its pretty fantastic.

[@neuroplasticity]

Ford killed it with this mini trucks design and awd system

[@coblaze1]

you look the happiest in sand mode

[@zacariaspiedrasdelrio8984]

Happy new year and thanks for all the videos 🙏

[@slingerriggin5226]

Great content, fantastic video editing. Thumbs way up 👍🏻 and in my home state!

[@Truthfulmonk031]

You have done an excellent job of showing why the FX4 package isn't needed. Just a good set of tires and some WOT is all you need for snow.

[@8VD80Y]

Miss Maverick ate that hill up in Sand Mode💪🏾

[@wcwilson]

I love the video (and the one before it). What I do not understand is how this vehicle compares with what another AWD vehicle would do with the same task. Maybe watching more of your videos will help with that.

[@Mpompi315.]

Cannot wait for mine to be delivered