Ford Maverick | All is Forgiven at $23,000

We do a quick review on the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid. This represents the next generation in affordable SUV based trucks. The new design lowers complexity and improves street driving. Although it sacrifices, towing and bed size, the question is would you choose this over the Honda Ridgeline, Hyundai Santa Cruz or mid-sized trucks like, Chevy Colorado, Ford Ranger, and, Toyota Tacoma.
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Index:
00:00 Intro
00:30 Interior Impressions
2:53 Mechanical Impressions
5:17 Driving Impressions
9:15 Final Thoughts

[@samjezard]

I went in to place an order on one of these, almost in this exact spec, 3 days after the reservation system went up. 2 dealers thought I wanted a Lightning, one said no, and one responded come on in. I went through the build process, agreed on a down payment, was ready to write a check and agree to MSRP when the dealer showed the final sheet. $5000 markup, would not negotiate. Over 20% markup on a Fusion Ranchero - absolutely insane

[@savagegeese]

Even a giant turd with wheels attached will have a 10k markup right now. It sucks.

[@reedlaww]

@@savagegeese if you’re willing to take delivery in Fargo, ND my local ford dealership is respecting MSRP on all orders lol

[@samjezard]

@@savagegeese this was back in June too, it’s only gotten worse. I tried looking for one within 300 miles in stock - $12,000 markups are the going rate. I bought a trailer hitch and a bike rack instead.

[@marklihsu]

You should hit up long McArthur. I got mine there at MSRP only a few hundred doc fee which is reasonable. They cover the cost of the transportation up to $1000 to get it to you. They only ask you finance with them. They have a KZbin channel if you want to look them up they do a live stream with the internet sales manager every Tuesday.

[@samjezard]

@@marklihsu I would but the hybrids are sold out through Q2 2022 and aren’t taking orders at the moment. Thankfully I don’t -need- to get a new car right now so I’m going to wait until I can get what I want. I’ll keep their name saved for later though

[@einstienbc]

I think it's important to point out that the CVT in the Maverick is like the unit found in Toyota hybrids. There is no belt, rather it uses a planetary gearset and one or more electric motors. Thus it doesn't suffer from the issues that belt-driven CVTs such as the infamous JATCO units put in Nissan vehicles.

[@ristekostadinov2820]

it works like proper CVT

[@jacobpartin4553]

Ive heard of fusion hybrids making it above 200k and this shares a drivetrain

[@SpiderJesus26]

@@jacobpartin4553 those fusions were absolutely a blast to drive, and underrated imo. Had a few rentals and driving the ecoboost hybrids was a blast in those boats.

[@scott8919]

@@ristekostadinov2820 but it's not a traditional CVT, that's what they're getting at.

[@reginaldbowls7180]

Exactly! I’ve been trying to tell people this as well but nobody is listening. Hahaj

[@Kristian_Saile]

I am not a Ford guy but damn this is a compelling vehicle. This truck, specifically in the XL and XLT hybrid trims I think is the sweet spot of the Maverick line. I am a farmer in northern Michigan, a particularly snowy area at that, and know any decent fwd car with proper snow tires is plenty good for most winter conditions. My wife has a 35 minute, one way, commute daily and this would be a great commuter car, can fit our 3 kids in the back if needed, can grab feed, supplies, a good amount of stuff since it has a 1,500lb payload. It gets better mpg than our current sacrificial commuter car and it’s cheap enough you don’t feel bad piling miles on it. I feel it could do 75% of the stuff our full size truck is used for, it could be used quite a bit instead of that truck. This trucklet is a breath of fresh air and is clean looking, non gimmicky. Awesome. Can we do this with all vehicles? God save us from Easter eggs on cars. Anyway, just wanted to add some perspective that it doesn’t just appeal to urban city folks with an addiction to Home Depot runs.... I would use the hell out of this on our farm, and as a daily driver for our rural area. Just wish they weren’t completely sold out for ‘22 already for the hybrid versions.

[@ShotGunner5609]

Well spoken brother.

[@DanUtley]

Amen. Somebody finally decided to make a truck that wasn’t just a dick measuring substitute.

[@d0cx]

Agreed, the interior even looks like a nice place to be in.

[@marklihsu]

So.... Not getting a Hyundai?

[@jordanjohnson5784]

Agreed my friend! I agree with everything you said. I'm in South East Michigan and we get a fair amount of snow... But nothing really to speak of.. certainly nothing like you get in Northern Michigan. I own a small lawn company and this truck is PERFECT for me. I could put 2 push mowers , a backpack blower, and a string trimmer in the bed of the truck... And then once I grow enough to need a small trailer and a zero turn mower--this will be excellent for that as well. I don't currently have the money for one right now, but in about a year or so... I'll be in the market for one. And this will be the one! 👍🏼🤟🏼🇺🇸🔥

[@baronvonjo1929]

If your building a cheap car just make the interior interesting to look at. This is where Ford really nailed it in my opinion.

[@ShotGunner5609]

And the seats not crappy, and the buttons in ok spots. It's really not a big deal.

[@markmiller3279]

Exactly. It doesn't cost any more to mold plastic in interesting shapes. I did laugh at his attempt to describe the dashboard - "high-gloss, matte plastic." Gotta be one thing or the other. Gloss and matte are opposites. I think he means "textured", not matte.

[@thefootballdummy]

For the price definitely a good truck. Now lets see how it holds up mechanically and build quality wise in a few years. I think Ford absolutely hit it out of the park with this truck.

[@Patient_Lion_BS]

Seeing how it's a truck, I think it'd be a stupid decision by ford to not make it reliable.

[@gyneve]

@@Patient_Lion_BS Ford makes a lot of bad decisions.

[@PianoBlackTrimRep.]

It's a game changer.

[@kgb4187]

The questionable reliability and resale value is why I spent new Maverick money on a 10 year old Tacoma.

[@KB-bh9hp]

Both powertrains have been on sale for over a decade and are rock solid, especially the hybrid. There might be a few electrical issues for the first few months or model year. But I don't anticipate seeing any Mavericks stranded on the side of the road.

[@ZachHouseknecht]

"I've always wanted to die in a four cylinder truck" 😂😂

[@granta6216]

Go to almost any conflict zone in the world where you can get a HiLux.

[@CoryClears]

Can't wait to get one of these. So glad this segment is coming back. This will sell well because everyone doesn't want a 60 thousand dollar ten foot tall tank that can pull a freight train with 9mpg for everyday driving.

[@ToobxSox]

quite the juxtaposition from the blue collar diesel market, for 90% of truck owners they don't even need the torque from a diesel

[@t_c5266]

what segment? the subaru baja? this isnt a truck. not even remotely close

[@slabbusterrtr7690]

Yep now days they putting ladders on the tailgate so u can get up in the damn bed who's ideal was that crap u can't even reach in the bed and get anything without getting up in it unless your 6'8 maybe

[@upstateNYfinest]

Truck owners will spend every dollar they have on a truck if it means that they can "show off to the their friends" My brother spent 35k on a 2018 base ram 1500 with like 30-40k miles on it @ 4.5% APR for 6 yrs. That means he's effectively paying over 40k for a shit truck he cant afford

[@keving4304]

Yes. I started working for Ford Credit in 1986. 80% of employees in their 20's. Back then a lot of people bought a Ranger four cylinder manual because it was around 7K. It was affordable. With a good starting price, especially for what you are getting, Ford should sell a lot of Mavericks.

[@wootks]

That would be like $18k in today's money. Not bad.

[@alles_klar]

@@wootks 5k more considering how much more vehicle you're getting (equipment, safety etc) is a pretty decent deal then.

[@wootks]

@@alles_klar yeah if you can get a maverick at msrp it’s a crazy deal. If they revise that dumb dashboard and markups removed I would totally get one.

[@Wyde_Boi]

I have an 01 Ranger 2.5L 4cyl manual I bought last year for 6k. Only had 75k miles on it, looks brand new inside. I guess that's the benefit of using cheap plastics. They never really get cruddy over the years. Unlike the soft touch in more expensive stuff, starts to crumble apart after 10yrs. Best vehicle purchase I've ever made. Things a tank, and can still get like 27MPG highway. With inflation if I sold it now, I'd probably make a couple grand on it. Its all the pickup truck i'll ever need. This Maverick looks like a homerun.

[@JoeR203]

In 1986 I bought a Forest Green 2wd Ranger for a little over $7,000. It was my first manual transmission vehicle and had to learn on it. I beat the hell out of it driving around. I did the "going in reverse-throw it in neutral-turn the wheel-spin around-pop it in gear and drive off" trick. I let my friends drive it, I jumped the small cement parking space stoppers (or whatever they're called) when they had snow packed up against them. Aside from breaking a motor mount and the clutch dying after a few years of the abuse, it never failed to start. I remember putting air bags in the front springs and adding a 3" body lift kit and having 31" Dick Cepek tires (there goes the gas mileage and highway acceleration) and American Racing "Outlaw" wheels. Wouldn't you know it? The 1987 model featured the exact same style wheels as standard. And they offered an extended cab. Had I known they would have an extended cab, I would have waited.

[@almondjoy112]

I think the line about not everyone wants to spend $60k on an f150 nailed it. Cars are obscenely expensive these days. It's incredibly refreshing to see a car that is cheaply priced.

[@Insanity_Crow]

It gets similar MPG to a Corolla, costs about the same as a Corolla, but is much larger and more useful. If Ford managed to make a vehicle that doesn't explode after the warranty ends this will be very interesting.

[@Sir_Pants_Alot]

The price point is amazing for so many different reasons. Any one of them would be impressive. 1. It's a pickup for 20k. And even on base it has an 8 inch touch screen with android auto / apple carplay, modern collision mitigation systems, and 4 doors. I think the next cheapest 4 door vehicle with a bed is probably the colorado wt for 29k. Well there's also the Santa Cruz for 24k or so starting. Although Hyundai is afraid to refer to this vehicle as a truck. 2. Its a hybrid for 20k. A Honda insight or Toyota corolla hybrid are both around 23k. You can comfortably fit 4 + a bunch more cargo in the Maverick. I think it's actually the cheapest new hybrid in the US. And it's on the larger side of hybrids with lots of space for people and cargo. 3. It's Fords cheapest new vehicle. The base price is even lower than the EcoSport by a few hundred. Which is a piece of junk they need to get rid of immediately. The next cheapest thing you can get from ford is an Escape for an extra 6k. I'm not sure how many "Truck" people are going to buy a Maverick. And it certainly isn't for EVERYBODY. Some people are offended by the very idea of unibody truck. But just comparing it to any new vehicle on the market right now the Maverick sounds pretty dang impressive compared to anything close to its price.

[@tavirosu25]

Indeed. Even more if they really care the price is 20k or 25k for an Escape, assuming they lease it. I get some people are fixated on the price, but how many new cars are cash or full purchase instead of leased.

[@snakevergil]

You’re stupid if you think you can get a base Santa Cruz for $24k. Go try it. Dealerships want $10,000 more due to the chip shortage.

[@Sir_Pants_Alot]

@@snakevergil I think most people are already aware the car market is pretty crazy right now. All of the prices in my comment are in reference to MSRP. Which I think most people grasped. Although with Ford if you go to a decent dealer they'll order you a vehicle from the factory and you pay MSRP - any current incentives when it arrives. So if it truly isn't possible to get a Santa Cruz for MSRP... then get a Maverick. Or wait 6 years and hope the market stabilizes at some point.

[@Dlust88]

In the end its a ford. Trash.

[@Sir_Pants_Alot]

@@Dlust88 You had better spend more time on the internet spreading the word. Clearly some people haven’t heard and we’re relying on you to get the word out.

[@billsimpson5170]

This brand new Maverick is the true successor to the previous gen Ford Ranger. Cheap, small, and simple. Well done Ford.

[@MHammonds18]

If only it was body on frame 😭

[@HIDHIFDB]

No body on frame, no manual transmission, no solid axle, that thing is not a truck

[@joskjj3625]

@@HIDHIFDB so the crown Victoria is a truck now?

[@HIDHIFDB]

@@joskjj3625 no manual transmission

[@samuelsaady9909]

The maverick isn't a pickup it's a sedan utility, like how the El Camino was a coupe utility

[@1Play48]

Glad you guys are reviewing the hybrid, seems like most places only got the top trim with the turbo

[@djpeteyc]

It’s mostly cause it’s all they could get their hands on. The first hybrid didn’t touch down till 2 weeks ago.

[@emotionz3]

Was going to post this. I believe this is the first review of the Hybrid, which in all honesty is the one I'd want. Winter tires will get me through the cold seasons here in Chicago...realistically there is no need for AWD here. I'm also not ever towing or carrying substantial weight. I want something to throw firewood, tall things, my dirtbikes, etc in.

[@mistergary2517]

@@emotionz3 I picked up my XL hybrid a week ago and love the way it drives. I ordered it on impulse in Aug because of price and gas milage. I have an 2018 Silverado for towing or heavy loads, but traded my 2016 Kia Soul in for the Maverick. The Soul thought it was a truck but was limited on cubic space for large items or stuff I didn't want to haul inside. Lucky to get 30mpg out of it. First tank in Maverick looks like I'll get 45mpg. Drove 440 miles and computer reads 178 left on tank. Will know when I fill up how accurate it is. I'm hypermiling first tank just to see what's possible. 20% city and 60-65 mph max hwy. I got the basic model as I don't need to impress anyone and wanted to go as cheap as I could. Zero percent interest for 36mo was nice of Ford to offer, and no added dealer profit. They did get me for about $1000 on my trade but it could have been worse as they came up $2000. I'm still trying to figure out all the gadgets as for me there's a learning curve. Starting it's weird--no engine roar. I would definitely buy another one. If your dealer won't agree to MSRP when you order one, there's probably a dealer close by that will. Note: don't forget to use Ford Pass points to get a discount on accessories.

[@SneakySquidSounds]

This will look great next to my wife's boyfriend's lifted super duty. Thanks guys, great review as always

[@Tool0GT92]

Cucked by an F250

[@JamesD-HB]

What about your mistress' boyfriend's Ram? I bet that has a lot of torque.

[@justasoloplayer8153]

Wife boyfriend 😅😅😅😅😅

[@vidiot9000]

lol!

[@TheFixer-rq9tj]

I went to de dealer to see one and love the size and the bed configuations. I can't beleive how comfortable the seats are, getting out of two Volkswagen vehicles. This is the car/truck of the year IMO. Affordability is of the utmost importance.

[@timothycc711]

If Ford can sell alot of these maybe it will start a trend of newer more affordable vehicles...

[@shuttledriver]

What affordability are you talking about? Haven't seen any Maverick remotely close to MSRP. Maybe that was the idea in the beginning but now all you see out there is price gouging from just about all Ford dealers. Damn shame!

[@timothycc711]

@@shuttledriver this happens to practically all new popular models today . The hype and dealer markup will end after about 3 months. I would suggest waiting at least 6 months to buy a new or used vehicle in any case. This is due to supply chain issues caused by the pandemic that are still backed up.

[@johnpenwell6402]

I understand why they don’t, but it would be really nice to have this as a 2 seat cab with a larger bed. I miss the old S10 and Ranger mini-trucks of the early 90s.

[@Dowlphin]

And seat locking on the bed floor. 😆

[@Wyde_Boi]

big agree. This is a great commuter vehicle, and I'm 99.8% of the time alone in my commuters. Longer bed for more utility would be great, but most people only can have 1 vehicle I guess, so they need jack of all trades 4 doors.

[@lordrayden3045]

I’m wondering if this configuration (4 doors) has to do with safety and crash tests

[@lfcbraga]

The best mid truck era

[@TheMechanicj]

@@lordrayden3045 no it’s about the targeted buyer small families that can’t afford a real truck but needs a truck people not gonna do any type of work with this truck cause it simply can’t do much that’s why the cab is big and the bed is small 1500 lb payload ain’t anything

[@scottstephenson9312]

Just an absolutely spot-on review. I ordered a Maverick to replace my ancient, cheap, axle-hopping, daily-beater 2010 Ranger XLT. I anticipate the Mav will be ridiculously better than what I have. And the insane thing is that this vastly improved vehicle won't cost a penny more (inflation adjusted) than I paid 12 years ago. Ford pulled off a frigging miracle with the Maverick, and they're gonna fly off the lots - well, maybe in two years when they actually appear on lots. This is the VW Beetle of trucks.

[@briandeiwert5911]

I know exactly what you're talking about. I had a 2 wheel drive 1994 Ranger XLT, and once you adjust for inflation it is pretty much the same price for a FWD hybrid Maverick XLT. Twice the horsepower, twice the mileage, and twice the passengers with what I'm assuming is a ride quality that's light years better. Next time I'm car shopping the Maverick is on the short list.

[@Dowlphin]

People don't have money anymore and suddenly they call affordable things miracles. 😏 Such is the society. Mocking itself. 🤷‍♂ And practicing low standards, arguably almost to the point of heresy, if one wants to see it with those eyes.

[@emotionz3]

@@Dowlphin Umm, let's be honest here. Everything has gone up except wages.

[@ShogunAutoworks]

I own my 2nd Subaru Baja and 7th subie. Can confirm on all points.

[@pahwraith]

@@Dowlphin its way more technology in a car. 40mpg and the the better airbags and safety features Yes, its nice. Also, yes wages gave stagnated so new f150s are getting more and more out of the price range of the working man.

[@Gorilla_Jones]

I'm an old man and I approve of this vehicle.

[@tonytooreal2433]

If you’re a old man then this car should make you vomit because you should remember a maverick as a hot Rod coupe with a 351 in it.

[@jimmykelly2809]

Wow Ford actually listened to their customers and came out with an affordable pickup. Doing big things Ford!

[@SledgeOfHouseHammer]

Missed opportunity to put an AWD option on the hybrid version by adding an electric motor to the rear axle (no driveshaft). But it is still a very good truck. Ford should sell a ton of these.

[@thatdude1435]

@Frugal Family Living what a horrible decision..

[@peekaypee1]

@Frugal Family Living Not on the Hybrid version

[@ivayloivanov4791]

I expect the hybrid all-wheel drive to be available in the refresh in a couple of years.

[@dand1585]

Not a ton of room for motor with inverter, etc. would also increase the price significantly mostly due to engineering and packaging. This is all about keeping price down, obviously.

[@JamesLee-oe7mt]

I'd take one - I may be wrong, but I trust their hybrid drivetrain more than the ecoshit

[@Magellan678]

Not a Ford guy at all, am a Toyota loyalist but damn I’d love to have one of these. Prius mileage in a mini truck?? Hell yeah!

[@joebarron4666]

Wow, Ford! I'm impressed. Great review guys! Those dealer mark-ups are insane, and will only fuel the removal of dealership protection laws.

[@swelldritch2774]

Seriously, I saw an XL with no add ons that I could notice going for 40k the other day. Almost double the MSRP is absolute insanity.

[@tchrisou812]

I used to think that about healthcare but here we are.

[@Admiral137]

Really hope so, these dealer protection laws are insanely outdated. There hasn’t been a “friendly neighbor owned” dealership around for decades due to pricing and the fact most dealerships are owned by big families that have branched out and choke any local market. Having seen how predatory it truly is now like it’s always been. It’s due time manufacturers get more control.

[@ES350gitgapped]

Normally, I watch these reviews thinking about all the people taking on debt to buy shit they don't need. I have a 2010 Crown Vic police car for the weekdays and a 2003 MR2 Spyder for the weekend. Both are quite utilitarian, reliable, and best of all - cheap to buy and own. Those two vehicles costed a combined $10,000 and this Maverick is the first new vehicle I've seen that made me think "damn I might get rid of both of my cars to get this truck with a kayak mount for just a tad over $20k" Kids are on the way and the MR2 is not going to see much street time anyway.

[@andrewscasualmtb]

Same. Both my vehicles were bought used under 10k paid with cash. This might be my first brand new car/truck ever. Will have to get payments on it but I've been debt free for almost 3 years so i can handle money better than a decade ago.

[@Tier1Norseman]

I have a 2010 P7B also and a 2012 Frontier and my Vic will run forever same as my Frontier. No need to keep having payments etc. forever. I plan to Titan swap my truck in time but the one issue I have is that my truck isn't roomy for everyone. I'm 6'4" and everyone feels cramped when I'm driving ha ha ha.

[@jeffwhiting4237]

I seriously hope this effort into lower cost basic vehicles is successful. In terms of Maverick, i'm looking forward to a review of the all-wheel drive version, and how well it might handle soft-roads.

[@marklihsu]

TFL just did a video comparing this to the Hyundai where they did some light off roading. Maverick did well.

[@t_c5266]

just get a subaru, you'll be able to fit more in it

[@vitaly6312]

I think they made essentially what the ridgeline SHOULD have been. Although I definitely think a hybrid AWD is needed and needed badly in here. If the Honda is looking to redesign a ridgeline now, they need a transfer case and to move away from that awful minivan interior and front fascia.

[@7728abbott]

What a great review! Plain spoken, unique perspective and always thought provoking! Keep up the good work guys!

[@marekw.9816]

What this offers for the price is very impressive. I thought the Santa Cruz was gonna be a hit.. until the Maverick came out.

[@elisorrells5314]

I personally think the Santa Cruz will flop, too expensive, wrong badge, and weird

[@marklihsu]

@@elisorrells5314 and dual clutch transmission. TFL just did a video with some light off roading between the Maverick and Santa Cruz

[@markmiller3279]

I have my doubts about the Santa Cruz, but if the Maverick is a hit, it may legitimize this class of vehicle, and the Santa Cruz may benefit. I like the Hyundai, and think it may sell better in other markets if priced lower.

[@MrSkeltal268]

It may take the Santa Cruz a generation to even be viable. Not a hit mind you, but just… ok. I point to the veloster as my evidence.

[@101IamBatman]

I saw one sitting on a used car dealership a few weeks right after launch haha

[@danf8047]

This is exactly what someone like me would want, I dont do renovation/contruction but would love to have the bed so I can just throw the groceries in theback, love the higher seat height, I love the mpg I love that it's very affordable and I love that it's not 20 feet long.

[@carlosandleon]

@@moa-wg3bo Not even. All he needs is a VW up really.

[@carlosandleon]

Putting the groceries in the bed is ripe recipe for it to get stolen.

[@danf8047]

@@moa-wg3bo Can you show me one at the same price point with a hybrid system like this one?

[@markm0000]

@@carlosandleon There is an entire country just outside of big city hell holes. Where people are nice and make small talk. Land is open and green. Water clear as the sky. Nobody around to screw with your stuff.

[@carlosandleon]

@@markm0000 Do you also leave your front doors unlocked?

[@shaggnar2014]

This is one of the few new cars that has actually interested me. I daily a NB miata, this is something new that I can afford and won't need to borrow anyone's truck to go to chores, hunting or travel anywhere that's not on road. The truck market has gone insane in the last few years and I'm glad to see Ford understand the market well enough to start addressing these issues

[@harrison9992]

Miatas are the best dailys, never break and slide everywhere dumping clutch😂

[@SinnerSavedByGrace85]

Thanks for this! Great video quality and that test drive was really appreciated. I wanted to see what the Hybrid version is capable when driven aggressively. Many other reviewers do a very short around the block test drive and drive it like a grandmother. Great work and thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[@davidwildridge8080]

I agree, no G-ma test drive!

[@dylanhale7300]

I've been waiting for a review of the base hybrid especially. Thanks Savage G.

[@Iamsunkai]

So refreshing to wake up on Monday morning to watch this video

[@kennethisaac3799]

I think Ford hit it out of the park with this truck. With vehicle prices going north fast it"s nice to see that someone is making an affordable vehicle that does everything the average person needs.

[@sydecarnutz972]

Not all that affordable. Many dealers are adding up to a $7500 covid added profit premium to the price. I lucked out finding a dealer who "only" adds $1995 to a Maverick. I'll be picking up a 2.0 XLT 4WD FX4 with tow package in two weeks for $33k. I qualified for discounts that negated most of the covid upcharge. BTW, they add $20k to the price of a $37k Bronco and wonder why they have so many on the lots! LOL

[@TheLazyPinecone]

This is perfect truck for me. In 2-3 years if this 22 model proves to be good and reliable I might have to purchase this truck!

[@bobobobobobo4597]

Feels like it’s been years since we seen a pick up truck like this. I love it.

[@peekaypee1]

Like you two's style and thoughts. Nice review, looking forward to more content on this hybrid version of the 2022 Maverick

[@ephemerallies8931]

Hopefully it sells well so they make more iterations of this. Awesome video as always.

[@MrSlash00r]

I hope they sell a zillion of these to prove that you can succeed with small, rationally equipped and priced vehicles that many human beings actually want (vs. fully loaded bloatware pods)

[@shabberplasm32]

I am so glad that this truck exists and I'm not even a truck guy. Its refreshing as hell that an actual small truck, also affordable, great gas mileage is actually in the market.

[@Ka_Gg]

Some people are talking about the mechanics. That 2.5l engine has been out for several years. Think it came in around the late 2000s. They just refined it. Pretty much the same exact set up as the old escape hybrids. Solid engines and transmissions. Should last a long time.

[@MitchellRoman97]

Thank you for actually reviewing a hybrid model. Everyone is reviewing the all wheel drive model and I feel like the main appeal of this small truck is the hybrid. Good review

[@mistergary2517]

I totally agree with you. I got my hybrid a week ago and like it so far--for original price, and milage. Just under $24000, and over double gas milage of my 18 Silverado. If I'm gonna spend 35-38,000 I'd go with full size truck since gas milage is close to same 18-20 vs 25.

[@1337SkPoison]

Wow this is legitimately exactly what I've been looking for, will definitely be going to a dealership to take a look further

[@Dowlphin]

Don't be an early adoptor. First let other pay ... ah ... premium 😄 and then also be beta-testers.

[@stevethomas760]

Hybrid ordered closed out 11/15/ for '22

[@Littlecat10]

Thanks for your reviews. They really cover a vehicle well. I like the detail both inside and out.

[@mmr0221]

I love utility and affordability. Give me an affordable, dependable car without many gadgets and I’ll be happy.

[@chadmonroe4145]

I was all in when it was announced but the shipping delays pushed me to wait for the next generation. I am confident it will be a success So here’s hoping there will be some of those minor improvements the guys were talking about

[@MrYAMAHA32177]

Great analogy guys and curious to see the new TSB's that will follow.

[@james2042]

THANK YOU FORD FOR NOT PUTTING IN FAKE SHIFTS. It's a cvt, it should just rev out! The hyrbid is getting awd in the future, which I think will be the best seller for this truck. I think most people will go with the 2.0 turbo simply for the awd when really they want the hybrid but its only fwd. Ford I think is just trying to justify the 2.0 ecoboost or maybe they don't have the hybrid awd quite worked out yet for this planetary cvt.

[@Bigern2998]

Mark resisted the urge to slam on the gas at that intersection and waited for traffic. Glad you two will be alive and well for the next video haha

[@uvhciM]

Custom ordered/built my XL hybrid version via the Ford website in late August and just picked it up the other day, and it's been GREAT so far. End price was $22,030 (the only add-on option I chose was Co-Pilot 360), which is exactly what the website said it would be. If you aren't sure about this truck, take your time to decide on what's best for you, but personally, I am blown away by what a nice vehicle this is. The ride is smooth, the cabin has more space than you'd imagine (even in the back seats), the tech is solid, and the fuel efficiency is incredible. Put another way, there is no hybrid for this price. There is no truck for this price. That you can get a nice hybrid truck for this price that actually rides well, fits four comfortably and that can still haul upwards of eighteen 4x8 foot plywood sheets or a half ton of cargo is incredible. I don't need anything larger than this - it's perfect.

[@Davido50]

Great job Ford! Everyone asked for this vehicle. They deserve to sell a ton. Its a home run!

[@raymonds7492]

This thing may be like a dajiban in the future.

[@MrShlee1]

FIRST OF ALL!!! that intro guitar lick was perfect, looped that for a little while,

[@earlmacmullin4688]

This is a great deal in the US. I went to drive one of these as I will be needing a new vehicle in spring of the upcoming year. This review is pretty spot-on with my take-aways; nice ride, good use of rugged materials, easy UI, overall very pleasant. I drove this trim level shown (XLT) but in AWD. Here is where this begins to fall apart in Canada: the one I drove stickered for $37K CAD (no there was not dealer mark-up). No bedliner, no heated seats/steering wheel, vinyl steering wheel, no driver-assist features at all. I did like it, truly, but not enough to fork over $40,000+ after taxes ...

[@CJDiecast]

I just saw a very similar Maverick Hybrid to this for the first time today at my Ford dealership. It was in Velocity Blue. The MSRP was $23,000 and change. That is such a refreshing price in today's insanely expensive market. Now I'm sure there's bound to be dealer markups which won't make it too cheap anymore but the price as it sits is pretty damn good. That's why I have one on order myself. I'll be getting the Lariat trim and I can't wait! The anticipation is killing me!

[@invalidusername_5101]

Finally shit they regular people can afford

[@CJDiecast]

@Tsrif Eman If you don't like it then why are on here?

[@TheJiggs666]

@@CJDiecast Sounds like a great choice. I can't decide between building a Maverick or building a Bronco. Congrats on your order!

[@hwirtwirt4500]

The fuel efficiency and price make this product a winner, as a light duty compact truck it delivers the goods and makes a good daily driver for general errands. Well done Ford.

[@maptap6654]

Was waiting for the Goose review! Only review that actually shows you the underside/sealants etc.

[@bgarza18]

This is the review I’ve been waiting for

[@CJ-rk5eg]

This truck will be a huge success. Thanks for the honest review.

[@wigletron2846]

It already is a success, they're completely sold out for 2022

[@12ealDealOfficial]

Hopefully enough of a success that Ford will give us a two door model with an extended bed. 100% of the vehicles I've driven and rode in for jobs on the blue collar side were two door with standard beds for a reason, and I hope enough people pester Ford that they release one.

[@DrKreiger]

I really miss the old compact trucks. And I think this is a good modern take at it's price point. However, I would like it better as a single cab with a 5.5 ft bed.

[@12ealDealOfficial]

Exactly my thoughts. I can accept my dreams for the return of single cab bench seats are just dreams, but these smaller trucks would be perfect with a more useful bed and two fewer doors. We've been passing around little workhorse trucks from the 80s and 90s on the used market for too long.

[@DrKreiger]

@@12ealDealOfficial yeah, a cheap single cab hybrid maverick would sell a ton of units for fleet vehicles.

[@MrLM002]

This video earned my subscription. Good on y'all. Keep up the great work!

[@sappyjohnson]

Excellent review. I may be getting one of these in the next couple of years. I don't need a massive truck. I want a weekend hauler for junk, etc.

[@seafooddiablo5686]

This truck looks perfect for what I do, its a truck that can haul air easily

[@msj9097]

I've never been a truck person in the least but I desperately want this truck especially the hybrid version. I honestly have zero reasons to use a truck other than needing the space occasionally but I love the way it looks and especially the price!. I can wait until next year. Hopefully they ramp up production!

[@BTC909]

Jack can start a "Mobile Prostate Exam" business with one of these.

[@howtoreviewanything2615]

I really wanted to see you guys impressions on this truck since you guys go in depth on how cars are built and key points to make a good purchase since you are not scammy car dealers

[@ivayloivanov4791]

I bought a Lariat. I can definitely say the hard plastic WILL NOT wear well at all. It scratches very easily, especially the plastic on the doors.

[@khrisstake2210]

Don't be a dinosaur

[@garudateams]

the color choice ofnavy blue really shows sratches on the doors, the scratches turn a white tone so its highlight

[@jeffmorse645]

Be careful with it then.

[@ivayloivanov4791]

Built Ford Rough

[@michaeltaylors2456]

Plastic, still can’t believe it’s a material used in a vehicles interior at all. Yes I’m old

[@Filmingtherush]

Right when you did the launch in the beginning I heard a cop do a quick on/off of his siren in my neighborhood. MAN hahaha I was thinking out of ALL the launches you've done, getting pulled over in the Maverick would be hilarious.

[@savagegeese]

That truck never pushed past 55MPH, its stays legal.

[@matteugenio]

Been waiting for this review!

[@OmegaGamingNetwork]

I am super excited about this honestly. My daughter is soon to be driving age and while I was looking at a good quality used vehicle, at this price point I would far rather her be in a small basic pickup truck. Heck even used comparable SUV's and trucks aren't much cheaper than this price point unless you make massive compromises in condition. After years of being super unimpressed with ford, I have to admit I am really really impressed.

[@ScarletKnightmare]

Ordered an XL hybrid to compliment my 2500 for my landscaping business. For doing quotes and as a daily driver, this truck will pay for itself in fuel savings. Definitely see a big market for this as a work truck, given the appropriate duty

[@xploration1437]

LoL, you said duty.

[@ScarletKnightmare]

@@xploration1437 I play a game where I put the word "anal" before people's usernames

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

I like how most don't notice mark is levitating off the ground during the "in the shop" segments.

[@12ealDealOfficial]

Is it just me or is Mark using larger and larger boxes to stand on? One of these days, Mark's going to be a full foot taller than Jack and his belt-line will be in frame.

[@roycezaro1998]

The chance of a Toddd cameo in your videos is the reason I get up every day. Today is a good day

[@danielkoerner7127]

All is forgiven...love that title, reminds me of the '82 Ford F-150 I bought new with the 232 V6 engine, which had a NYLON timing chain drive gear, which shit itself at 26,000 miles. Two months after the warranty expired. I vowed never again to but another Ford product. Until I saw this video. Thanks, guys.

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Hybrid...YES please ! I like the way it looks in/out We NEED basic and over 40MPG city.

[@davidzocchi6468]

You should do a video on CVT (belt/cones) vs. eCVTs. Every review I've seen so far has missed the differences between the two. I suspect most reviewers, and most people watching these videos, assume all CVTs are alike.

[@MrMirofl]

you two are a classic duo! love it :D

[@IceAngler]

I love how this video started out with a very “matter-of-fact” feel to it, and immediately became a buddy banter between two dudes in the garage.

[@Fartmastaman]

I’m definitely looking at one of these as a first car payment. I’m waiting until some more reliability numbers come out and fleets have them in their hands and what the aftermarket does with them. I wanna see if i can put heated seats on a base model hybrid.

[@Lawbase]

I would. Screw paying 40k+ for a body on frame just for it to depreciate 20k in three years

[@daniels2761]

@@Lawbase I don't know about midsize, but right now half tons appreciate.

[@marklihsu]

I did enough research on these to feel comfortable buying the first model year. The powertrain is very similar to the Prius and in fact Ford cross licenses patents with Toyota. The transmission is a planetary gear set not the crap belt driven CVT like on the Honda or Nissan. Plus Ford has built trucks forever and that know how has shown on the off road and utility videos that are out there. Doesn't matter now anyways as the hybrids are sold out for the 2022 MY but that gives you 6 months to play with the build and price 😆. After market support will be strong for this vehicle.

[@Wasssup3232]

You can get heated seats installed on pretty much anything these days for 5-600 from a dealer

[@ChiquitoCardona]

Heated seats $599 extra at my Fort dealer. I got an XLT by walking in and finding a dealer order freshly in transit (talk about luck!) No reason to be higher than that price on a base.

[@jondiaz3475]

Ordered this exact model in July, and just received a proposed build date for the end of Feb. Hopefully Ford can get these on the street soon.

[@suspicionofdeceit]

What did you actually pay?

[@mpsangha]

That's a long ass wait...

[@jondiaz3475]

My dealer says they are only charging MSRP. We'll see.

[@JamesD-HB]

@@jondiaz3475 If your order form shows msrp, they have to honor that price like they did when I picked up mine. Just don't let them bully you into adding dealer installed options, ex warranty, prepaid maintenance, etc. +$5500 in my case! I kept saying no until they removed all extras but a $85 doc fee.

[@jondiaz3475]

I'm going to give them an opportunity to sell the Ford Extended warranty, but there's so much price competition out there for that, we have a lot of options. I also have an X-Plan PIN to hopefully control the doc costs.

[@sTEALtooth]

I bought a Nissan Kicks a few years ago because I wanted something under $20K with a little more room than a car. Back in 2018, getting a hybrid for $20K was out of the question, so this is an awesome option for would-be car buyers that want more space. As long as there are no reliability issues, I'm strongly considering replacing my Kicks with one of these in a few more years.

[@framebrain]

Love the review. New subscriber.

[@gs98999]

Was hoping you’d explain how this CVT is different than typical CVTs as I understand this one doesn’t actually have belts/chains?

[@chrismayher617]

It’s still a cvt though and don’t believe ford if they say it’s lifetime transmission fluid.Youd still wanna change the trans fluid every 40k miles

[@markmiller3279]

@@chrismayher617 No, it really isn't a CVT in any mechanical sense, and there's no reason to think it will need more frequent fluid replacement. It's a simple planetary gearset, so more like a differential than a transmission. Do you think your differential needs extra coddling because belt-driven CVTs do?

[@chrismayher617]

@@markmiller3279 My bad you’re right.For some reason I heard cvt which does need to be coddled (I have one).Didn’t realize it was actually going to be a ECVT

[@AE86FTS]

@@markmiller3279 I am pretty sure you still need to change the transaxle fluid. But that's probably moreso for the differential.

[@attananightshadow]

my wife and i currently have a midsize sedan and an f-150. we are very interested in the maverick to replace the sedan. the maverick isn't a real truck, but it does offer a level of utility that is better than a sedan or CUV and for doing small tasks and trips it'll be much more efficient than the 5.0 f-150. we'll still keep the f-150 for doing real truck things.

[@raymonds7492]

The F-150 is a Swiss Army knife. Hard to beat.

[@gregoryweissman]

Loved the music in the intro

[@k5rjtxj]

The more I watch reviews on KZbin the more I am excited about the xl awd maverick I have on order.

[@Argedis]

Ford really tricked everyone calling it a '$20k' truck when they charge $1,500 additional delivery. For reference, Mazda charges less then $1,000 to ship a car overseas from Japan. Ford's Maverick plant is in Mexico near the border. They are essentially hiding $1k extra in the delivery charge. Yes it's still cheap but It's dishonest although I admit it's genius in order to call it a '$20k' truck.

[@invalidusername_5101]

All I see is bitching in your comment

[@bettercallsaul8065]

@@invalidusername_5101 😂😂😂

[@watershed44]

Valor_X Typical greed, if they don't bring it down to 600$ I would walk right out the door.

[@bongodave13]

Looks like a good deal for the money. We'll see how they hold up.

[@jamesmoros1274]

Wish they would bring it in Australia.. we get the Ranger in Diesel and the cost is crazy, starting at $55k great review.

[@STho205]

Glad to see you drive it and a hybrid version instead of the 30k one. Nice showing the Down Under of it. A bit of a puff piece, but not as contrived as last fall when everyone was just rebroadcasting Ford press releases snd their concept ad.

[@jeverhart99]

I sure would like to see the transit connect cargo van be exactly like this in a small van shell. Then I'd turn that baby into a camper van.

[@markmiller3279]

That would be super nice. It needs exactly this drivetrain and interior. Fleet buyers would live it (and it would make a great little camper van.)

[@DaBombDiggidy88]

It seems like Ford has set the value bar for a 20 thousand dollar vehicle/truck here. To the point that even if it's a success I don't know how many companies would even attempt follow suit.

[@KB-bh9hp]

Agreed, I can't even bring myself to waste 20-25k on something like a sedan or hatchback. Just isn't worth it compared to the maverick.

[@emotionz3]

@@KB-bh9hp I didn't even think about that. This is really going to intrude on sales of not just CUV's, but sedans and hatchbacks. Ford has all kinds of crazy options ready for the bed, including a few different locking covers, so unless someone actually needs a large second row, this is cheaper and just as capable as any sedan\hatchback.

[@KB-bh9hp]

@@emotionz3 Exactly, our 2009 Kia Rio literally gets like 28-29 mpgs in city driving, which is most of our driving. Now, I can buy a truck, that gets vastly superior fuel efficiency, should be more reliable, looks cooler, and is obviously more practical? Sign me up.

[@KB-bh9hp]

@@emotionz3 Because it's meant to be our run around/slightly cheaper car, our budget for a new car is about 20-25k. Literally every sedan or hatchback I look at is more compromised, and less well rounded than the maverick. Most sedans have worse fuel economy than this thing, it's crazy.

[@stevethomas760]

Other manufacturers, "what just happened"?

[@RemiX_O]

This is exactly what I need. I need a truck to make Lowe's or Home Depot runs to get some 2x4s or some Plywood, not haul a horse trailer. This is about as much truck as I'll ever realistically need and use.

[@gm2256]

Amazing price in this day and age. I guess we will see how it sells! I’ve heard it’s doing well so far.

[@alengreen589]

damned what a price, cost the same like a Ford Fiesta with 74 HP here in Germany

[@TheImperfectGuy]

tbf assuming the worker receives the same wage, Ford has to pay twice as much money every month for the same work force in Germany than in Michigan the Fiesta being built in Cologne, Germany... you know where I'm getting at

[@alengreen589]

@@TheImperfectGuy yes thats right.

[@chesucat]

I like the fact that the hybrid engine uses SMPI fuel system instead of GDI and it has no turbo.

[@BigGroupHug]

Atkinson motors last forevermore

[@johnnylancenese]

I have been so excited for this truck. I drive a 2000 Tacoma that I had to cobble together. Even though I'm not in a position to get a new vehicle, when I am (or forced to be) looking for a new vehicle, the Maverick is top of my list.

[@Snicker60515]

Hey guys, when you do the follow up video on the more expensive version of this car, try and mention how those reflector type LED headlights fare at night. I remember a video where Mark mentions how LEDs don't perform as well in adverse weather conditions and after seeing a new Civic on the street for the first time at night and how awful those headlights were performing compared to my HID projector retrofit, this to me is another cause for concern for modern cars in general with reflectors instead of projectors. As for the "truck", I like the interior, it looks funky, and happy to see something cheap. But I'd never part with any amount of money for this vehicle, I'll keep driving my 2010 Fit until the wheels fall off. Thanks guys!

[@Channel-gz9hm]

Maybe in 2025 you'll actually be able to buy one off a dealer lot too. But we'll also probably be in the 26th or 28th ZamaWama Wave by then so supply will probably still suck.

[@marklihsu]

"I've always wanted to die in a 4 cylinder truck" lol

[@Motoboo_Marine]

This is the truck for all those people who think they need to daily a pickup but don't actually, which is most of them. It's genius.

[@darylhurlbut3473]

I really wish that people would stop saying this truck is "under $20,000".... It's Not. Unless you can talk Ford into allowing you to go pick it up at the factory (yeah, good luck with that...), then the truck is about $21,500 due to the MANDATORY destionation charge. It's time for all the manufacturers to just include that in the price of the vehicles, not as a seperate line, just include it in the MSRP. Destination charges continue to climbe higher and higher and add to the bottom line that we all have to pay for vehicles. Nothing against this channel or the people that are on it. This is just a general gripe with anyone stating that a vehicle is whatver price it is and some say plus destination and some don't. It's like all the "doc fees". By the time you go to pay for this vehicle, they will add destionation, doc fees, makret adjustments, not to mention whatever tax you have to pay in your state. I'll get off my soap box now. I've said my part. And again, nothing against the guys on this channel. The review was nice and the overall video was good. Just time to call it for what it is with the way manufacturers and dealerships add to the total that you have to pay. We don't need a little asterick and fine print. I just want to see dealerships and reviewers say what this will cost most people out the door.