Ford Maverick Review: Little Truck, Big Respect

[@BadPhD777]

This is the first time I've seen the ECVT accurately portrayed as NOT being a CVT. THANK YOU ALANIS! Toyota started this bad name for their planetary gearset in the Prius. I don't have an alternate name in mind, but anything with CVT in it is BAD! I am a NON PICKUP person, but the Maverick has got me hooked! This may be my next vehicle in a couple years when the wife and I downsize to one car. I see it as a car with a truck bed, which greatly interests me! Definitely hybrid for us, and FWD is fine - we don't need AWD. I'm an old fart that kows what the Maverick originally was, and I think it is an AWESOME name for this car/truck!

[@AlanisKing]

Ahhh thank you! We tried really hard to show people that the eCVT is its own interesting thing. Good luck when you downsize!

[@Bob-xc2us]

The ECVT transmission Ford uses is the same design that Toyota uses in their hybrids. It should be very dependable unlike the belt style CVTs. (ie: snowmobile style transmission)

[@steve8803]

@BadPhD777 The CVT in my Honda's are fantastic, buttery smooth.

[@RobertBoerner]

"In conclusion, you're old" That had made laughing out loud...(I didn't abbreviate that, because I am in fact old :-)

[@AlanisKing]

Hahahahahahaha I also laughed

[@BSFreeWitchcraft]

About Push to Start: Honestly, I hate push to start, and am thankful my XLT Hybrid has a key. The buyer who wants that can get it on the Lariat, and that's the version they'll be shopping for anyway.

[@AlanisKing]

This is a fair point too!

[@Kingwong1688]

Once the push button is fk u still have to use the key, fact

[@toddlatta5197]

I have a lariat fwd I got in December 21, I actually wanted a xl that was before I found out the xl doesn't have cruise control. the dealer I went through warned me about how long it was taking to receive orders on the maverick, and he happened to have one that was refused over it being an alto blue and not a velocity blue if I was to order one now I would go with a xlt awd

[@randydrinkard8231]

I'm 55. I recently bought a Maverick ECOBoost Lariat with black appearance, 4k tow, and sun roof. I didn't choose the options but I requested a Lariat and the truck they brought in for me is the one I have. I love it.

[@AlanisKing]

That’s awesome. Glad you’re loving it!

[@Ghostofenzo]

Same I wanted a black XLT but they only had a black lariat with the tremor package lol. I absolutely love it!

[@fredburley9512]

Good to see Ford pick-ups haven't gone mad and over the top. Solid.

[@williamguillIII]

Until you see the sticker price of the F-150's and F-250's!

[@robjones3818]

Commenting for engagement! I can tell a lot of work went into this one, good job.

[@AlanisKing]

Awwwww thank you Rob

[@wanleaf]

thick thighs save lives; gotta be honest why I'm subscribing

[@wicked_smaaht]

Thank you for explaining eCVT to the masses. Many 500k+ KZbin experts still make faces at Toyota hybrid eCVTs, knowing well that it is not a CVT. This is why I want your channel to be successful.

[@AlanisKing]

Awww thank you so much. I really wanted to help people learn, and I’m glad that showed!

[@Francisco.Alvarez98]

The perfect video to watch while eating lunch! Great video Alanis, I enjoyed how you reviewed both versions to give people more information and make their own choice. P.S. I am about a quarter of the way through your book and I am really enjoying it! 😃

[@AlanisKing]

Omg! Thank you Francisco. I really appreciate your support and am sooo happy you like the book

[@liffei420]

THANK YOU for pointing out the dimensions of this versus older trucks. I have been saying that for years and wished someone would do a side by side comparison of a mid 90's F150/Silverado to a 202X model. Would be a boring but informative.

[@AlanisKing]

Husband also took a long time perfecting that animation, so I’ll give him a lot of credit too!

[@liffei420]

@@AlanisKing Good job hubby. Give him a high five for me lol.

[@bajesus8]

@@AlanisKing Should put all those measurements into a fancy grid after the last animation, i already forgot the earlier numbers by the time we reach the last measurement

[@spyder000069]

Wonder if the lane keep wasn't working because you were driving with the tailgate down. Might need the tailgate camera or some issue with the rear sensors. 19:42

[@AlanisKing]

This was one shot when we were driving between filming locations and forgot to put the tailgate up. We put it in there because it was funny. I didn’t drive it like that all week

[@TakuroSpirit77]

In my Escape you have to switch between Cruise and Adaptive Cruise in the Features menu via the center display. Maybe yours was set to standard Cruise?

[@Asuperville]

It’s a button on the left that you can change while driving.

[@tedadamgreen]

The first car I ever drove was my Dad’s two door Maverick! And my older brother bought our Grandparents Maverick, painted it from green to Jet Black and had the town mechanic drop a custom 289 High Performance engine in it and it was for a time the fastest car in the county, and a full on beast on the road. Loud and Fast like nothing I’ve ever experienced before or since. And that was in the early 1980’s. Thanks for a GREAT review of the this new Maverick with all the pluses and minuses and the full context to judge this great little vehicle in. Entertaining and Educational as always 😁

[@AlanisKing]

That's so cool to know! Thank you for watching, Ted

[@DrummerBoi1993]

Only Alanis would go out of her way to get an actual cactus to compare the differences of the Maverick's color and the cactus! I love it!! Also, I caught a Yu-Gi-Oh reference when you said, "now it's time to d-d-d-d-d-duel!" Maybe thats not what you were thinking, but I was! Lol! Wonderful job Alanis! I think I'm starting to like this Maverick!

[@AlanisKing]

You caught the reference! That's what it was!

[@DrummerBoi1993]

@AlanisKing Yesss!!!!! I knew it!!!! That's what happens when you watched it enough as a kid! Lol!

[@Mike52G]

I've been watching maverick videos fot some time. You're the first one I've seen complaining about the seats! What I'd like 2 ask you : how far up does the back of the seat go? I like 2 sit upright,erect with the seat back at 90 ° . Could i set the driver seat to be that high?

[@AlanisKing]

I didn’t measure! I’m sorry. You can put the headrests up really high though, as shown in the video

[@krtwood]

There has been a prototype 2025 driving around with awd hybrid badging on it. My only minor complaint about mine is the hyper seatbelt nanny. God forbid you stop at the mailbox and then don't put your seatbelt back on to go up the driveway. The truck completely flips out at you in a way that's beyond just the regular dinger.

[@AlanisKing]

Very interesting!

[@TheMagnumChannel]

There is a ford hack out there to disable it worked on my lightning don’t know if it would work on the maverick

[@andrewneal7615]

I have a 23 Maverick hybrid lariart, and you nailed it Alanis! Theres thousands of reviews of this truck on youtube, but this is certainly one of the most thorough and well done. Saw you on Dougs reviews and I thought it was terrible those dorks in the comments were trashing you. So glad you have your own channel to show off your knowledge and unique style. Great stuff, subscribed! 👍

[@andrewneal7615]

And that vintage Jeff Gordon hat is sick 🔥

[@AlanisKing]

This is so kind. Thank you, Andrew. It really means a lot

[@andrewneal7615]

@@AlanisKing It has to be tremendously difficult to stand out in the crowded automotive KZbin sphere, so it's refreshing to see someone have the courage to inject their own personality and humor into reviews. Makes them memorable and endearing! Really impressive production as well. And now y'all will just say I'm simpin but let's be real Alanis is pretty easy on the eyes too! Those trunk videos get me! 😂

[@sokane1]

had the hybrid XLT for about 20k miles and loved every second of it.

[@AlanisKing]

HELL yeah

[@BronxBombers50]

I'm still watching the video but I just wanted to comment that I have a 2023 Maverick Lariat Hybrid and I couldn't be happier with it. I don't have a need for a full size pickup that's ridiculously priced and then I still get to shell out a boatload of money every month for gas. The Maverick Hybrid gets 40-50 mpg. If I'm easy on the gas I can usually push 50 mpg. It's not a perfect vehicle, the interior feels a little on the cheap side and the recalls have been a bit out of control but I am beyond happy with this truck.

[@AlanisKing]

Great choice in car! Thank you so much for watching 🤠

[@Gravja]

6:16 I just bought a Maverick xlt and I prefer the keyed ignition.

[@sharonb.9128]

Great review..s! You literally had a few Cactus Grey cacti in your shot at 12:41 off to the right. I thought you would pick one of those!

[@AlanisKing]

Omg I’ll have to go back and check! Thank you for watching!

[@danielchampion2982]

These are the best every person's vehicle I've seen in a long time. Even as a car enthusiast I see myself seeing these as a viable option for my next vehicle

[@AlanisKing]

I love them

[@FrankD71864]

The thing is, Maverick has appealed to us that are 45 and over also, and I love that it isn't push to start.

[@BSFreeWitchcraft]

As for the seats... I guess I don't think they're uncomfortable at all? I drove my XLT Hybrid on a 2000 mile round trip over Easter weekend to see my sister, and I was perfectly comfortable. (Also -- Lane CENTERING is only available on the Lariat when the active cruise control is on, but lane keep assist is available on all trims if you get the 360 package. I have it, and it's never had a problem for me in the year and a half I've had the truck). But I'm also 6'3", so maybe things are just hitting me differently. The stereo software issues with the infotainment system that affects Carplay are well known. I've only had it happen once, but there's a reason most Maverick owners know the shortcut to reboot the radio to fix it (Hold down the Radio Power button and the Skip Forward button together for like thirty seconds).

[@AlanisKing]

We all had issues in the seats! I’m glad it doesn’t impact you. It was rough for us

[@BSFreeWitchcraft]

@@AlanisKing It may also just be what I'm used to? I went from a 2011 Nissan Versa to this as my daily driver. Maybe I just think anything is comfortable compared to folding myself into that thing for over a decade.😆

[@BronxBombers50]

Seats on just about any car seem to be hit or miss with peoples opinion's on comfort. On the Maverick forums I've seen several posts of people agreeing that the seats are uncomfortable yet I find the seats on my Lariat Hybrid to be some of the most comfortable car seats I've ever sat in.

[@mattmitchell7823]

This video is awesome! I can't wait to get a Maverick. I'm sold on the hybrid. There is speculation of an AWD hybrid in 2025. But I love your energy and this video popped up.

[@AlanisKing]

Ah thank you so much! It's a great choice

[@jrforeman279]

How much is battery replacement going to cost?

[@Keladoa]

I just bought my 2024 ford Maverick XLT AWD(Shadow Black) so far i am loving it

[@AlanisKing]

Love that. Enjoy

[@JEndless2025]

I'm 38 years old. I'm 99% sure I've never seen a 1970's Maverick on the road.

[@AlanisKing]

I don’t know if I have either!

[@Phate8263]

I'm 40, my first vehicle was 1972 Ford Maverick. I pulled a 302 out of an Granada and had it rebuilt all ready to go into the Maverick when I got T-boned. I'd love to own one again, but they are very rare now a days.

[@johnbereza7782]

I'm 65 and have driven a few. They were cheapo cars especially in 6cyl autobox trim. Slow, mushy, but they'd get you there and back usually.

[@Brodyturm_Ranger90]

I'm 15, and I've seen 3. I kinda like them, the coup especially. The sedan isn't my favorite, They don't make a lot of power but the coup reminds be of a miniature mustang

[@tonyherdina9142]

I'm sure they've all rusted out by now. From what I remember it wasn't a high-end luxury car or race car. My uncle had one he'd drive to work with duct tape holding the front quarter panel together.

[@steeltrident]

I’ve got a 2023 Maverick I ordered and took 9 months to get. It’s an xlt eco boost in Area 51 blue. So I’ve had it almost a year now and have about 17,000 miles on it. I only added two options. The copilot 360 and the trailer hitch. I thought I’d throw my two cents in to the conversation. Forgive me if I ramble a bit. 1. The keyed start. I like it to be honest. My wife has push to start on her car and I’m always looking for that key fob or a place to put it. I look as the key to start as a “key hanger/holder” 2. Mileage. I think ford is pretty conservative on their mileage numbers. I regularly (according to the truck) am getting 31 miles to the gallon with mostly highway driving. 3. Awd vs fwd. I chose not to option the awd. I live in Missouri and rarely need awd for anything. I figured, “I’m going for a cheap truck why option it out of being cheap for me for limited return?” I’ve always figured fwd is kind of a poor man’s 4x4 since it does so much better in snow than a rear wheel drive only truck. Awd is cool and everything but for me not worth anywhere near $2200. 3. Wired apple car play. I’ll admit that would be nice but I always plug my phone in when I get in my car no matter if it has wired, wireless or nothing at all. I figure why not keep it topped off if I can. What I don’t like is that, as you mentioned, sometimes it doesn’t connect after you plug your phone in. Other than that I’m fine with the wired car play. 4. Color. As you mentioned I’m glad it’s something other than white. I picked Area 51 blue because it’s different than white, silver or black and it was a no cost option. It’s not offered now as ford has deleted it in favor of Azure gray metallic which is a $600 upgrade. I get lots of compliments on the color. Kind of has a 1930’s vibe to it to me. All in all I love it so far. It’s exactly what I wanted in a little truck. I don’t want, need or honestly could afford a huge pickup. I like that I can actually reach in to the bed of the maverick and it gets good mileage. It would be an interesting video if you would dig in to why pickups are getting bigger and bigger. My understanding In Is that the government has tied mileage and wheel base together. The bigger the wheel base a vehicle has the lower mileage numbers it’s allowed to have. Hence car companies making trucks bigger and as a result more expensive to be able to get away with lower mileage numbers. Consumers are left with few options for reasonably sized and priced pickups. I’ve watched probably hundreds of maverick videos before and since I’ve had mine and I enjoyed your take on it very much. Thanks for the excellent review. Subbed.

[@AlanisKing]

This was such a kind and thoughtful comment. Thank you so much (and thank you for watching!). I’m glad you love your Maverick. It’s a great truck, and it sounds like you made the perfect choice for yourself. Ford’s just gotta get that Apple CarPlay working!

[@ryanmclellan8740]

Bought mine a couple weeks ago. Absolutely love it.

[@AlanisKing]

That's awesome. Have the best time with it!

[@ridgview]

Thank you very much Alanis King for explaining the difference between an “CVT” & a “ECVT” and showing them too. I absolutely love my Maverick Hybrid and the ECVT. My 2024 Lariat is my third Maverick. Started with a XLT Cactus Gray, sold it to my son. Then got an Area 51 XLT with the Luxury Package, (because my wife of 48 years likes the finer things in our vehicles.) My son did too so he sold his Cactus Gray and bought my XLT model so I moved up to the 2024 Azure Gray Lariat with all the bells and whistles. One final note, never get less than 40 MPG as average. The truck is phenomenal! One last thing, with the Tri-fold hard cover Tonneau cover it’s like having a huge trunk in the sedan…but the utility of opening it up hauling tall things. (Took an old refrigerator to the dump the other day.)

[@AlanisKing]

Wow! You’ve been through all the Mavericks! Thank you so much for sharing and watching. I’m glad you’ve gotten so much good use out of the truck

[@codyDunnavant]

This is my first time watching any of your videos. I would put a ring on it. 😂 You are a great reviewer and very informative. Great review!

[@AlanisKing]

Thank you so much for watching! I really appreciate it

[@brianmortensen7576]

Great review and I agree with mostly everything. I bought a dongle for $50 to get android auto to be wireless. That should be standard. The physical key is ridiculous, the seats are basic but I have done a few 14hr trips with no issue if the power seat didn't have the lumbar support it would be bad. Overall I've had mine 2 years with no major complaints. I always keep in mind I bought one of the cheapest vehicles offered in any category.

[@AlanisKing]

I love that. Thank you so much for watching! Glad you love yours!

[@kellymeade4587]

Great Review Alanis! My Dad once owned an old ‘74 Maverick 4 Door sedan … baby blue, like the one in the beginning of your video. I’ve seen a lot of the new Maverick Pickups here in North Carolina!

[@AlanisKing]

That's so cool! Thank you for watching : )

[@lacko0819]

I think I'm obsessed with the interior. All physical climate control buttons!!!!

[@AlanisKing]

It’s really cute!

[@BronxBombers50]

There are some spy shots of the 2025 refreshed Maverick and it looks like Ford might be doing away with the physical climate control buttons next year. I really hope not. My wife has a 2022 Edge that has a huge touchscreen and no physical buttons for climate control or heated seats etc. It's the worst idea ever and we find it to be dangerous.

[@zakpritchard4595]

Thank you for this video!! I have been wondering about this truck since it came out. The size brought back the old small ranger size that I wanted. I'm aging myself here but a real key sold me on this truck. When I bought my current car my number one need was a CD player, very hard to find these days. Then the plug in apple car play told me no thanks. The feel of the seats would put me at a try for myself. I have always wanted a truck, but the sizes are crazy big these days. Maybe a test drive is in need. Overall I give this video an A+

[@AlanisKing]

Ah! Thank you so much. Definitely give it a test drive - it’s a really enjoyable vehicle

[@BlueSkyCrystals]

These trucks look so good after they’re lowered and have the correct size wheels and tires. 2.0T all the way for me, and uh…Lariat, obviously 😅

[@AlanisKing]

I love a "small" lowered truck

[@_autoverse]

In regards to the name, it certainly makes sense alongside Bronco & Mustang. Also whilst most folks in North America might know it previously as a 70s economy car, Ford also used the name in other markets on 4x4s that were really rebadged Nissans (Terrano in Europe & Patrol in Australia).

[@AlanisKing]

Makes total sense!

[@daytonafuntim]

I've been considering the Maverick as a third vehicle to our Crown Vic and Corolla Hatchback. As I drive the Crown Vic daily, I LOVE the lack of push button start in the Mav. I appreciate an affordable truck. 🥳

[@AlanisKing]

That’s a really cool group of cars. Love it

[@Greeny83]

If the lack of a push button start is the thing that keeps someone from buying a car I don't think I want to know them.

[@AlanisKing]

Fair! But it’s worth mentioning

[@ShikiKaze]

Around 700-1,000 lbs constant payload in the bed.... 24' Hybrid XLT and I average 38mpg at roughly 5k miles of mixed riding condition. For not being a true truck... I love it. I wish the bed was a bit longer, a true 5ft or 5.5ft bed would be appreciated. My old beater Ranger was getting 12-18mpg and I had to fill it up every odd days for work. With the Maverick I rarely fill up every 2 weeks. And a month if I don't have any payload. I just hate the Hybrid Tax( not the car's fault), the dial gear, and the backtrack of features from the 1st release.

[@AlanisKing]

Awesome to hear you’re loving it. I hope it treats you well!

[@thndr_5468]

I love the maverick. Finally an option that isn't 50k and massive

[@lukaszbarszczak1775]

Hey, second video into your channel and i'm subscribed! Looking forward to more content!

[@AlanisKing]

Ahhhh thank you 🤠

[@air-headedaviator1805]

8:30 I think I understand how eCVTs work. The gas engine is given one overdrive gear, with the electric motors connected at a shorter gearing. At low speeds the motors handle your low gear and torque needs while the engine is your highway power. They should really call this the OVERDRIVE transmission, or "One-Range" transmission, some form of catchy exaggerated title lol

[@AlanisKing]

Catchy and exaggerated is good!

[@imitt12]

Well, it is technically a CVT in function, even if it is not the typical belt and pulley CVT like we're used to. It's able to use the electric motors to infinitely vary both the input and output speeds, so the naming is not technically incorrect.

[@bazmonq]

Have a '22 xlt hybrid. Needed the xlt upgrade back then to get cruise control. Consistently get more than 50mpg, except in winter when the heater is on. The engine turns on to provide for the cabin heat. Car play, uh...I get in the car, the phone comes on on the dislay. If I need maps, or Siruis XM, I plug in. Comfy ride and I think comfy seats. Overall, best vehicle I've owned and I traded in a Navigator!

[@AlanisKing]

It’s such a good truck!

[@BlaseLeverett]

Fantastic presentation and delightful insight.

[@AlanisKing]

Thank you so much!

[@djplonghead5403]

What is crazy is that the maverick is still larger than our 1992 Chevy s-10. Same principle. Small, cheap, practical. The seats in the s-10 are cloth but have very nice stitching and are very comfortable (Tahoe edition). I absolutely love our s-10 and for the same reasons I love the maverick. Also, I love hybrids!

[@AlanisKing]

That rocks. Nice choice. Thanks for watching 🤠

[@MrAltairantares]

Looking forward to buying this post-depreciation!

[@carypyke935]

Alanis, great review ..very comprehensive..im a happy subscriber.

[@AlanisKing]

Ahhhhhh thank you so much

[@electruck6805]

Great video! I have the 2.0 eco and love it. Only thing to note is that the AWD is not “all time” AWD . The drive train functions as a FWD most of the time unless it senses some slippage in the front and then the AWD rdu kicks in quickly to gain traction from the back. So if youre mostly driving streets In a non snowy area the FWD will be better for you and get better mpg.

[@AlanisKing]

Thank you so much for watching! And yeah, a lot of modern AWD systems use heavy FWD!

[@iancayton2079]

I think this truck opens the market for people that have had vehicle for awhile so the key for ignition is nothing strange to them and the lower starting price helps people move on to a new vehicle.

[@AlanisKing]

You're right!

[@demonsaint1296]

It may not have a push to start button but what it does have is a key caddy. A place to store your keys while you’re driving. Don’t have to drive around with a big jumble of keys in your pocket. The Lariat has a push to start.

[@bikesdotsandpeeps]

New subscriber here. I stepped into the XL model a couple of times at the Miami Aito Show yesterday and since then it is the only car I have thought about buying next year. I want to test drive one! What are the exterior color options for that XL model, I've had trouble finding that out.

[@AlanisKing]

Thanks for being here! With an XL in America, you can get red, white, black, Cactus Gray (in video), and Atlas Blue Metallic (in video)

[@MrAltairantares]

This is what I wish Tesla had tried to do instead of the cybertruck

[@williamguillIII]

So, in your opinion are the seats comfortable or not? In one segment you mentioned the seats were not comfortable, when you lowered the seat back. Then in the other segment, you stated that the seats were comfortable. Do the higher trim packages have more comfortable seats than their say, XL package?

[@AlanisKing]

They’re comfortable for short drives but not long

[@imitt12]

My biggest gripe about the Maverick these days is that Ford seems to have followed market scalping trends and made the base model $5k more expensive than it was at launch, for basically the same exact vehicle. I remember being very excited about the $20k price point when these came out, and I was seriously planning on buying a Hybrid XLT before they became unobtanium. But now that Ford has jacked the price on them, it almost seems not fair, especially considering there are still people selling these trucks on the used market for more than they paid for them new. I don't know, maybe I'll wait for them to finally release an AWD plug-in hybrid, and I'll buy that.

[@AlanisKing]

Honestly, AWD plug-in would be a great truck

[@BronxBombers50]

The price jump in just the first three model years is a bit staggering. IMO it's really due to there being no real competition for this truck, Ford really has the only truck in this class.

[@rungavagairun]

Cool little truck. I saw one on the road this morning and didn't know there was a Ford hybrid truck, so that's what brought me here. I've got a Prius Prime PHEV and really like the plug-in aspect of it. I DO wish it had a bit more clearance because I'm also a backpacker and find myself on some dirt/gravel forest service roads. Ideally, I would love to have a PHEV truck with AWD. I'm guessing those will be coming in the near future.

[@AlanisKing]

Thank you so much for finding the video! I appreciate it 🤠

[@ARunto]

I just put a deposit for a '24 XLT Hybrid. The Maverick is starting to get expensive especially with decent options. I'm not gonna wait around for the refreshed '25.

[@AlanisKing]

That's awesome. Great choice

[@txdave13]

Are dealers still putting the insane markups on these? I wanted one so badly in 2022, but everything I could find was MSRP + $10,000. I still want one, but I won't be in the market for another couple of years. That being said, this was a fantastic video, Alanis. It confirmed that the configuration I thought I wanted would be the best for me. Keep making great content.

[@AlanisKing]

I’d have to check! I didn’t check dealer prices for this video. Good idea. Thank you so much for watching, really appreciate it

[@betweenworlds620]

Reputable dealers will charge you MSRP if you order through them; no deposit; no obligation. If you decline it when it arrives, then they mark it up around $10,000. That is West Coast. I’ve heard horror stories on the East Coast, where they sell it out from under you.

[@Stadpad]

Those prices are a relief in this economy, the affordable American work truck is back.

[@MarcTheWatchman]

Another superb review! The amount of detail you go into with every vehicle is next level.

[@AlanisKing]

Truly, thank you so much. This means a lot

[@SebbyRuiz]

Hey so I learned today (which kind of sucked) that if you have "Co-Pilot 360" in either the XL or XLT you don't actually have "Lane Assist" you have "Lane Departure Warning". If you want Adaptive Cruise Control or Lane Keep Assist then you need to go up to the Lariat with "Co-Pilot 360 Assist". So lame that Ford has kind of hidden this and decieved the average consumer! Still going to get one but that definitely put a damper on the excitement :/

[@AlanisKing]

Lane assist is SO worth it too

[@TheGmanstrading]

Great video new subscriber, I just did a test drive on hybrid the brake was very sticky. Did you notice that issue?

[@AlanisKing]

Thank you so much 🤠 I don’t remember noticing that! I’d recommend trying out a different hybrid to see if you feel it there too

[@maggiecelentano9927]

Great video! Def interested in the hybrid

[@AlanisKing]

Thank you! Hybrid got all-wheel drive added for 2025 too!

[@maggiecelentano9927]

@@AlanisKing I saw! I really like the truck but I'm afraid to pull the trigger due to reliability concerns...also, now you have me worried about the seat comfortability! haha

[@wanleaf]

7:12 true, wired earpods have better soudns because wireless has more static noise and harmonic distortion.

[@AlanisKing]

I love wired headphones!

[@bryanarnold8543]

I really dig yo style, bravo. I'm fitna subscribe up in here, and hit that bizell foshizzle😂 But seriously, great video although I feel even more at a loss on if I'd buy this as an affordable commuter work truck. That part seems settled, YES. But if you need to go on a 1200 mile road trip, NO. That sucks as I don't want to spend 40k+ on a small to mid sized truck that can do better in more / all areas. Oh, and that old comment, lol 😂 I think I barely missed that one.

[@AlanisKing]

Thank you so much for watching and subscribing! I really appreciate it. I’d say definitely go test drive one - some folks have said they don’t mind the seats, so you may fall into that category without knowing it yet

[@bryanarnold8543]

@@AlanisKing Thank you again! I'm going to buy a Lariat Hybrid today. I test drove and it seemed fine but won't know about the seats until I can do a long trip. I'm sure it will be acceptable.

[@richarddobreny6664]

Excellent review!

[@AlanisKing]

Thank you for watching : )

[@WhittyPics]

The Maverick is the size that the Ranger used to be. I got a wireless CarPlay adapter for mine

[@Bakerjor01]

When I first saw the Maverick I wasn't a fan of it but after watching this I kind of want on. Everything I don't like about most trucks these days this truck is a counter argument

[@AlanisKing]

It’s really fun!

[@Bob-xc2us]

My experience with my Maverick Lariat on a road trip are way different than yours and I traded my 2019 F150 Lariat for a Maverick. The seats are not as large and palatial as the ones in the F150 but it is a much smaller vehicles so Lazy Boy seats don't fit. Although smaller I found the seats to be very comfortable and supportive on a long trip and in short driving. Much better than seats in any older model of Toyota. I wonder what you think a small turbo charged four cylinder engine should sound like. I have owned a lot of four cylinder vehicles and you can't expect Cadillac smoothness or Hemi growl from any four cylinder engine. My Ecoboost Maverick sound great to me unless I am doing pedal to the metal acceleration. Even then it is not unpleasant to me. The Maverick is an economy vehicle in any trim so don't expect Rolls Royce appointments and sound levels. As much as I appreciate all the points you have made, it is obvious that your impressions are coming from a different angle than most and that's a good thing.

[@AlanisKing]

We can disagree on some things! That’s totally fine. Thank you for watching

[@Bob-xc2us]

@@AlanisKing Agreed. I do find the Maverick seats to be the most comfortable of any small vehicle seats I have sat in but my experience is limited to Corolla, Hilux, Tacoma and Suzuki. The Toyota seating positions simply don't work for me but the Maverick seating position does. That's just me. Your milage may vary. Everyone is different.

[@Bob-xc2us]

@@AlanisKing Everyone is different and has different wants and needs. Thanks for the otherwise useful and well produced content.

[@American_Voyager101]

speaking of CVTS and ECVTS, i heard that CVTs are not good especially with Nissan cars, so since ECVTS have gears are they more reliable than normal CVTs?

[@AlanisKing]

I’d have to look up reliability stats. I don’t know them off the top of my head!

[@Tej132]

What truck would you own ?

[@AlanisKing]

New? My opinion is skewed because I’d get a manual, so it would default to the Tacoma

[@Tej132]

@@AlanisKing you need to review a Tacoma

[@HuronRiver-ke8xn]

Ford Maverick 2.0 AWD 4k tow

[@stuffdadmakes2954]

I bought a Maverick XLT hybrid in May with the lux package for seat heat and 360-copilot package with the BLIS and blindspot, which was the perfect spec for me. I love the 42 mpg I'm getting, but I especially love that I can reach over and actually get things out of the bed with my tiny T-Rex arms. This was impossible with my 2017 Colorado, and is even worse with the revised mid-size trucks.

[@AlanisKing]

So glad you’re loving it. Great choice!

[@99shadows66]

I own a 2022 Maverick XLT hybrid and I'm currently averaging 44.4 mpg combined city/highway and on my most recent 68-mile highway ride I averaged 51.5 mpg. If Ford would release a PHEV version of the Maverick I would consider it.

[@AlanisKing]

That’s awesome. A PHEV Maverick would ROCK

[@reclusive78]

Great dual review. Keep up the good work.

[@AlanisKing]

Thank you 🤠

[@shawnchong5196]

Have a BWW X3, Toyota camry, and hybrid XL. The key to start the ignition is kinda fun tbh. I've slept in all 3 vehicles. To be honest, any hybrid is the best! You can keep on the air, and the car will only start if the battery needs charging, and then the engine will shut off. Since my X3 isn't a hybrid, it just burns fuel. This is great when I need to sleep in my vehicle: ie - going camping and pouring rain outside and I don't want to sleep in the tent, or driving 12 hrs and need a quick nap.

[@AlanisKing]

Key starts are kind of fun, yeah!

[@wanleaf]

8;10 beside "uneventfulness" CVT generally has lower torque capabilities because of the belt may slip under high torque loads. Whereas in traditional torque converter, gears are *locked* in place. High performance racecar always prefre torque converters

[@ramonahumada4]

Great vid!!

[@AlanisKing]

Thank you 🤠

[@christiandulaney1638]

Im a 2500 size pickup guy (Ram), but this is definitely an interesting truck. I can see why it has such a big following/interest. I bet the aftermarket support is going to be wild

[@AlanisKing]

It’s such a cool truck. I love it!

[@Harko-]

Excellent review, great video!

[@AlanisKing]

Thank you 🤠

[@2151abell]

really looking forward to see what FORD does with the '25 version. I HOPE the improvments ( which are so obviously Painful in need of ) get straightened out in '25.

[@AlanisKing]

AWD hybrid!

[@davidp2888]

“In conclusion, you’re old!” Yes, yes I am. If you’ll excuse me I have to go tell some damn kids to get off my lawn and then go to Denny’s for dinner at 4:00.

[@AlanisKing]

Hahahahahaha same!

[@mmahtnart8986]

"Carburation Day 1963". I guarantee you I was sitting in front of the TV legs crossed watching "ABC's Wide World of Sports" with a big bowl of popcorn and a Coke after mowing our big ass yard. Can't wait to see the 25' sport truck version I've heard rumors about. Thumbs up granddaughter (-;

[@AlanisKing]

🤠🤠🤠 thank you

[@iancurrie8844]

As a hunter, you have no idea how useful the "how many alanis's can fit in the bed" metric is.

[@AlanisKing]

Hahahaha

[@dbeckMSP]

Came here after randomly wondering “whatever happened to Alanis on Cars and Bids?” Glad to see you’re still reviewing cars, gained a subscriber!

[@AlanisKing]

Thank you so much 🤠🤠

[@cheesesandwich1236]

19:03 WHAT ? !

[@npaladin2000]

I tend to get 45-47 combined on my 2022 Mav Hybrid. I think they really understated their figures.

[@AlanisKing]

Absolutely awesome. Great choice

[@cinthe3]

My poor wrist with this archaic start method 😂😂😂

[@zenmonk3]

It's actually quite fast. I have one but you have to put it in sport mode. There's nothing slow about it. The only slightly difficult thing is you have to look through the menus to set things and that's a little tedious so that's why you were not able to find how how to make it go fast. It does not sound wimpy at all. I drove both the EcoBoost 4x4 and my hybrid. Both are great. You just have to know how to get through the tedious menu to find the parts that let you choose the performance that you're looking for. It's a great truck

[@AlanisKing]

It is a great truck! You made a really good choice

[@FrankD71864]

The initial concept of the Maverick was small and affordable. That is the reason for, the interior, wired Android Auto and key start. I thought not having lumbar support in the driver seat would wreck havoc on my back. But it was quite comfortable on the last road trip that I took. I have the 2024 XLT Eco boost FWD. I bought a wireless Android Auto adapter to remedy the plug in. As for demographics, Maverick has snagged an unexpected group of buyers. Ford might have marketed toward GenZ, but the company got the GenX and Boomers also. I have seen several Maverick meet and greets on line and the attendees have been mostly retirement age owners. Maverick (I have knicked named mine Bret) is just what I have wanted since the Ranger disappeared before coming back larger. I have a bed for small jobs and trips to Lowes and Tractor Supply, it is easy for my mother to get into (not a struggle with climbing). The interior is easy to clean. It has been 11 months and 6,389 miles since taken delivery and it has been wonderful.

[@AlanisKing]

I'm so glad you're enjoying your Maverick! That's awesome to hear

[@tedecker3792]

Gawd I wish it was available as a two door bench seat with a useful length bed. Like the 11 compact trucks I’ve had in the past, starting with a 72 Datsun.

[@AlanisKing]

Would be SO cool

[@theMick52]

I miss the "old days" where a feller could get a new LOADED 4WD V6 Ranger for $24,000! A mid grade would max out at $20k... Plus it was a real mini truck! Now the Ranger is the size of an F150 back then! Small trucks no longer exist. The Maverick is just an suv with a little bed.

[@AlanisKing]

Things are expensive now!

[@theMick52]

@@AlanisKing Thankfully my income is soooo much higher! Not!

[@pabs5270]

Have the hybrid. It’s easy to get better mileage that the rating. Love this truck.

[@AlanisKing]

Awesome choice. Enjoy it!

[@MQZ17]

I would love it if there was a single cab version

[@BronxBombers50]

There have been a few people who posted similar statements on the Maverick Reddit group and Maverick forum. Something like that would be a nice option but the bottom line is that it really wouldn't sell all that well in todays truck environment. There is a reason that you rarely see two door full size trucks anymore, they don't sell well.

[@shaggyofwv]

Another ford review while wearing a different Chevy NASCAR driver shirt! I like this channel. lol. On a side note, any modern vehicle not having a push button start is a deal breaker for me.

[@AlanisKing]

Hahahahaha thank you : ) It's wild to see a key start!

[@willjam465]

Anyone else hoping the drop the suspension, add the 2.3 turbo, through in some Recaros and Brembos and call it the Maverick ST?

"In conclusion, you're old"... I feel attacked

[@AlanisKing]

I am too!

[@ValkyrieRiderIPT]

I bought a 2024 Maverick XLT 2WD 2.0 Ecoboost less than 1 month ago. This machine will outrun my old Chevy Silverado 350. Maybe not top end but certainly in a mile race. I'm 6' 2.5" tall and my left knee rest against the door and after a short time it does become uncomfortable. I've looked for an aftermarket pad that would go on the door but I haven't found one so far. I may have to buy a knee pad when my wife and I take it for a run longer than a couple of hours. You're right about the seats. They don't hurt me but they are like airplane seats. Getting out is a bit of a challenge. I move the steering wheel all the way in and in the highest position to make it easier to exit. Getting in isn't much of a problem. When I decided to make the deal I had two color choices, Cactus Grey or Cactus Grey. I don't like the blue or the red and the Maverick just don't look right in white. This is my 3rd new vehicle in my 71 years. My Chevy Silverado was my 2nd ever vehicle and it was 3 months shy of being 30 years old. I Kept it in good shape and it would take me anywhere I wanted to go. I hope the new Maverick will be as dependable. If treated right the Maverick may last longer than me.

[@AlanisKing]

That’s awesome. So glad you enjoy the truck. I hope you find something good for your knee soon!

[@n4mwd]

The lane keeping is turned on with a button at the end of the turn signal lever. It is not the same thing as lane centering. I haven't figured out how to turn the later on yet. Lane keeping will jerk the wheel back if you vere to close to a line. Regarding push button start, we had push to start back in the 50s, then we grew of out of it. Keys are better. What all cars these days need is a mechanical kill switch in case their computers get mad at you and decide to send you into a bunch of kids at the school bus stop. The key used to perform that function, but not any more.

[@timstrobel9220]

I don't mind a key .... That is just another thing to go wrong

[@Emtjosh]

Love this review hoping for hybrid awd in 2025 for a nursing school graduation gift for myself 😅😊