Taking Home My Ford Maverick Lariat Hybrid! (Finally!)

[@stevethomas760]

Like many other hybrid Maverick owners I had quite a wait, 16 months. Picked it up 2/23, very satisfied with my trucklette. Certainly fits my need more than my F150.

[@dearbulls]

Mind illustrate what your needs are? I too own a f150, and my AWD Mav is in production and hybrid one is scheduled for February. Still haven't decided on which one to keep. Would need to see when I get hands on them. But already got the full Lasfit LEDs for a year and half (my 23 order wasn't made), and I just bought the Fiesta ST steering wheel from eBay (which works on the Mav) 😂

[@stevethomas760]

@@dearbulls I never used my F150 even close to it's potential. The lighter payload is enough for a few bags of sakrete/mulch/fertilizer and my paddle board. It's personal but I like driving a smaller vehicle in general. The hybrid's mpg was just a bonus. My order was a '22 turned into a '23, 16 months

[@dearbulls]

@@stevethomas760 the payload is not that much lighter, 1400# vs. 1600# for my 2013 f150. I was surprised that Ford actually rated the maverick for that much. I don't really use all the carrying capacity either. My truck is just my hunting rig, maybe occasionally for yard work and hauling dead trees to dump station. But for that 1-2 times a year, I'm getting a much taller load height and I don't really use the bed for groceries etc (I'm 6'2 and it's still hard to reach in from the side). I'm thinking I'll probably use the bed more with the Mav since it's so easy to reach in. My only concern is how it works dealing with muddy trails. I did took a FWD Tiguan to my hunt land the other day (when it's dry) and it goes to 95% of places I usually go. I don't know how the Mav would handle those since it has a lower ground clearance than the f150. But also it's lighter and narrower. So for some trails which I only had one option on the f150, I could have more route options and go around the big holes maybe?

[@stevethomas760]

@@dearbulls Maverick Tremor ($$) would handle the muddy/off road. That said it AWD/eco boost = no hybrid. I'm only 5'9" and reaching is the bed was one thing I wanted and got with the Maverick. Trucks have gotten progressively bigger/taller. My '20 F150 was 4 3/4" taller in the bed than my '04 Silverado. As with life sometimes compromises, sometimes you can't have everything. Making that big of a buying decision on 5% of use would be a leap for me.

[@dearbulls]

@@stevethomas760 tremor maverick is definitely not something I'd consider (maybe a f250 tremor I would, lol). My 13 f150 would out perform it in any off-road condition and I don't need to spend $40k on a tiny pickup and lose all the room I have. The greatest benefit of mav to me is just cheap and small (won't get scratched easy like the f150 on trail), gas saver, and easy parking. And with the recent huge rebates that Gladiator has, you can get a much more capable vehicle with the tremor price. My psychological price range for this pickup is just under 30k, and it's why I ordered 2 XL this year, one AWD ecob and one hybrid to compare. I'm thinking to keep just one and maybe traded one or both for the 2025 hybrid AWD. And I agree with you, paying extra for the 5% use is stupid. You can always get a trailer to do the job. I have barely ever used all the room of the f150 bed. And when you need to haul bigger stuff like sofa, ATV, or the 75" TV I just bought, you still need to have the tailgate down even with that 5.5 bed.

[@MikeB-jh1si]

I bought a 2023 exactly like yours off the lot last week. Mine has a sun roof. I found a dealer who is not charging above MSRP, most of the dealers in my area are still marking up the Mavericks. They have hundreds of F150’s and lightings on the lot and begging people to buy them. Why doesn’t Ford wake up and convert the Lighting and a few F150 plants to making Mavericks, the truck most of us want to buy.

[@brendandrives]

Wow nice find Mike!

[@redskinman4429]

Because if made in USA the price would double. Really defeats the purpose.

[@fernandoformeloza4107]

Got a 2023 lariat hybrid. Did get a sunroof. Love it. People complain it's so small, but don't consider trucks have grown considerably since 20 years ago. Nearly everything i would have wanted for a truck of this price👍

[@lightjoycalm]

Great review! I like that you mentioned the fact that so many people focus on the monthly payment rather then on what actual price they are paying. They take their eyes off of that fact and the dealer can take advantage of you in what you end up paying.

[@brendandrives]

Thanks Brad!

[@djwarner7144]

Hi Brendan, I got my 2024 Maverick Lariat Hybrid in Terrain on Dec 2nd. Last 5 of VIN 06937. There is a 2nd trip meter, but it is turned off by default. So far in suburban driving little heat or AC, I have been getting over 44MPG and range (Trip 1 plus distance to empty) is over 600 miles. First mod was to add KIA rearview mirror with Homelink GDO. Hard rollup Tonneau cover is coming Monday. Hope your are as happy with your Maverick.😀

[@brendandrives]

Thanks DJ! Tell me more about that mirror! I’m getting similar mileage. Trips to work have averaged over 50mpg which is totally amazing. You’re right about the other menu and trip meter. So much was turned off from the factory!

[@adoptacat2877]

TY YOU ARE THE FIRST REVIEW OF ANY VEHICLE REVIEW THAT I HAVE WATCHED THAT I COULD UNDERSTAND AND YOU BREAKING THE PRICE DOWN WAS SO HELPFUL.

[@brendandrives]

🙌

[@davidnorbertpenn]

Nice video! I also waited 15 months for my Maverick and finally picked it up on 12/11. Mine is an XL hybrid in Cactus Gray. I only got a few options and so the truck was $25,300 after my $2500 price protection . My dealer hit me for $449 "doc fee", which is the max allowed in PA. But PA fees are higher. Yearly registration for a truck is $105 Vs $42 for a car. So far I am very happy with the truck, although i have only driven it about 50 miles.

[@brendandrives]

Nice! David I think that may be the perfect spec in hindsight.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Congratulations Brendan! It’s absolutely perfect in every way.

[@Mike-io6wj]

Got my maverick XLT the end of September... Never owned a truck before... I'm absolutely loving it... Averaging 40+ mpg ..

[@brendandrives]

Right!? What’s not to like

[@larryj8924]

Nice looking pickup and color. I guess having it fairly well equipped drove price up higher to the near $36k. Seems reasonable considering the fuel economy for small vehicle. Sad some dealers nick you for $499 to process paperwork which should be a fraction of that, but at least that's the only M/Up or inflated cost. Congrats on your Maverick, you should get many years of enjoyment.

[@brendandrives]

Thanks Larry!

[@Andrew58251]

In what world do we live in where a 4 cylinder compact truck, essentially an suv with a bed, that costs 40k is "reasonable"? In 2015 a lariat f250 super duty was that same price. This is why manufacturers and dealers can get away with these insane prices, they have people like you claiming it's a steal

[@dearbulls]

Im 6'2, won't fit behind myself at my regular driving position. But if i scoot forward a little, still being drivable just not as comfortable, then I can fit behind myself. This is actually impressive to me for such a small vehicle with a 4.5' bed behind it. Sure, my old sonata hybrid has more combined leg room and more elbow room (being a mid size vs. this compact size), but it has less ground clearance and no bed. The Mav even gets more rear seat room than the Bronco sport which rides on the same platform.

[@brendandrives]

Yeah I scoot up a little if someone is behind me but I had to do the same thing with my 2013 F150 extended cab

[@dearbulls]

​@@brendandrivescool, that's something I wanted to compare as well. How does the rear seat room for extended cab 150 vs. the Mav? I only have the crew cab, never been in the back of an extended cab

[@Ljw48]

The bronco sport may be on the same design undercarriage but the web and overall length of the Maverick is over 2 feet longer. Can’t compare the 2 on any demensions especially the frame

[@dearbulls]

@@Ljw48 BS has no bed but Mav has a 4.5' bed. Even if the vehicle is 2' longer, it still lost 2.5' comparing to BS

[@marklihsu]

Congrats! I’ve been enjoying my Hybrid Lariat

[@brendandrives]

Right on!

[@user-zm5sb2il5f]

I share your excitement!! I also took delivery of my Maverick Lariat Hybrid back in April, and still can't believe I have it in our garage. Oh, there is a Trip 2 option. You have to select it through the display configuration menu. Personally, I keep it hidden so that I have a place to preserve its lifetime MPG. ;)

[@brendandrives]

OOO that is a brilliant idea. I need to turn mine back off now even though I found it.

[@tadinator1362]

Congratulations! Had my 2.0L/AWD for just over 6 months, and let me say, it's been satisfying. Sure, there's a few things you'd wish were better, like the audio system/speakers, but for the price, it's pretty good.

[@brendandrives]

Thanks!! And thanks for watching!

[@jonymarciosantos3565]

Congratulations from Brazil. I'm going to buy a Maverick in 2024. I really liked this Terrain color. It even looks more beautiful than the cactus grey.

[@brendandrives]

Thank you very much!

[@lamborghiniempanada7586]

Ah a humble KZbinr I am really enjoying the down to earth realism in your review.

[@trueblood6335]

Congrats on your purchase - a very nice truck! If you pay off your 5-year loan at the end of year 1, then take a look at your ACTUAL interest charge (and rate) for year 1: you will pay $1,071.60 in interest in year 1 to borrow $27,155 for 5 years, BUT you will pay off the balance due (48 months x $541.90 = $26,011.20) at the end of year 1. This means that you will pay $1,071.60 in interest ($5,358 divided by 5) to cover your $541.90 x 12 months = $6,502.80 expenditure. This translates to a 16.415% interest rate in year 1 ($1,071.60 divided by $6,502.80). Unlike a mortgage loan which uses compound interest rather than simple interest, you will pay 1/5th of the full term of interest in year 1. Hence, you will be paying interest in year 1 on what you borrowed for a 5-year term ($27,155), which covers years 2 - 5, even though you paid off the loan after year 1. Lesson: it makes a lot of sense to pay off a mortgage loan (which uses compound interest calculations) in an accelerated fashion, since interest is front-end loaded (the more you pay off the principal the lower successive month interest charges will be). But, it makes poor financial sense to borrow money to purchase a car IF you plan on day 1 to pay off the car loan before the end of the (5-year) term since car loans charge the same interest amount every month for every month of the term.

[@brendandrives]

I love your nerdy math, thanks for diving in so deep! (I haven’t made an update video on this just yet but plan to…the truck is already paid off)

[@campbellmarty36]

40,000 for a mini truck!!! Wow!!!! Just wow!!!!!!☝️🙄🙄

[@Lifeoftony412]

Congratulations on your new truck! I’m subbed on your other channel now this one too. I love cars / trucks and learning about investing / saving. Thank you for sharing and keep up the great videos!

[@brendandrives]

Awesome! Thank you! 🙏

[@jonathanbellows113]

I’m 6’7 does the steering wheel telescope in the higher trim levels my dad has a base model hybrid. It does not. That’s the only reason I haven’t gotten one by now.

[@skydancerforever]

Ford is offering 1.9 percent interest rates for 72 months right now here in Michigan. I payed 1.59 percent on my 2017 Ford F150 for 60 months thru my credit union 5 years ago.

[@brendandrives]

Yeah I wish those incentives were available when I snagged my Maverick!

[@jayriding973sports]

If it makes u happy n u could afford it go for it 💪🏼

[@brendandrives]

👍

[@JakeDJanitor]

Congratulations, looks like you are truly happy with this little truck. I ordered one back in August, hybrid lux XLT. It will be build end of January. I'm nervous going from Toyota to Ford, but I have seen a lot of happy people with these trucks.

[@brendandrives]

Thanks Jake! I’m loving it so far. Probably isn’t as solid as many Toyotas if we are honest but no one offers a truck that gets 50mpg so Maverick is the only game in town for now. (I’ve gotten 58.1mpg, 58.9mpg, and 49.8 mpg commuting about 18 miles to work)

[@paulskierski8271]

Wow I feel like that's too much money I ordered a Maverick 2022 XLT waited 7 months Paid extra for floor Matt's bedliner luxury package so I could have heated seats and still only paid $26000 Didn't get $2500 for waiting 7 months Bought it at Freehold Ford in New Jersey no extra fees only a delivery fee

[@larryblanton743]

Definitely an accessory video next

[@brendandrives]

Planning and plotting now 📸📝💡

[@James-rn7dx]

Great review and a good buy! I picked up my 2023 XL AWD back in July and love it.

[@brendandrives]

Very nice! Thanks!

[@AcktongueBaby]

Congratulations! There are two trip meters in both the front USB will do and android auto or Apple CarPlay just depends what kind of cable you have. I prefer using the USB-C.

[@brendandrives]

Yes you're right! It took me a while to find them!

[@SwordofLight]

Do not forget to change the oil after the 1st 500 miles! No one tells you to do that, but during the break in period (the 1st 500 miles) you get the break in metals, silicone, etc in your oil. So! Change that oil asap after 500 miles, and if you keep the oil changes at 4,000 intervals (Yes, guys, I know...) til you get to 175,000 then switch to every 3,000 milesthat truck will run you well over 275,000 miles. How do I know? 2009 Ford escape hybrid with the same engine, going on 230,000...doesn't burn a drop of oil , and runs like new...I change my tranny fluid at every 30,000 miles and the oil at every 3,000 miles now... Costs a touch more to do that but hey, am I buying another car? Nope! Just an extra oil change now and then. This girl is jealous of your Maverick! Enjoy it!

[@brendandrives]

Definitely planning on changing it earlier than recommended!

[@dfavilla2]

It was a nice review. Thank you for that. But realize that the dealer borrowed the money at 5% and then made 2% on your loan. It’s called “back end”. You could have saved some of that $5k finance interest and lowered your monthly payment by arranging your own financing. And since you paid full retail, they had no room to take back the money you took from their “back end”. You would have won the shell game. And also, I’m not so sure some of the itemized finance items aren’t considered illegal “garbage fees” that The Federal Trade Commission have been clamping down on. Just a few thoughts.

[@brendandrives]

I know they keep a % on the back end, used to work for this dealer 10+ years ago. But I'll pay off the truck in under 90 days so the interest won't matter much.

[@kennyhart2699]

It has two trip monitors on it

[@brendandrives]

I’m gonna have to go for a drive this afternoon and discover them! Thanks

[@ericbryant796]

I think you're giving Ford too much credit for not keeping the price = for the '24 as the '23 you had on order. They closed out orders in Sept.'22 within a week and they did that as they met the production capacity for '23. So Ford failed their customers and to reward you and your patience they made you and others including me place another order for a '24 at the new price increase. Ford 100% should've matched the '23 price for waiting the 1yr plus!!! Its not like Ford added content, or new features/design. 👎

[@brendandrives]

maybe so!

[@4TheLoveOfGadgets]

Both the USB and usb-c are both data ports. I used a iphone lightning to usb-C for the apple car play in mine and it works.

[@brendandrives]

That is great news thanks! In my experience usb c charges faster

[@robertc8766]

i make it a habit to always pay cash for everything...it's suprisingly easy to do, e.g. i purchased a 23 Maverick for 28K out the door...i'm not rich, just smart with finances

[@brendandrives]

Saving some money that way Robert!

[@smithats1]

I am not clear whether the $2,500 off sticker was a factory rebate or Dealership discount.

[@brendandrives]

It was a factory related discount because my 2023 order was cancelled. Not a traditional rebate.

[@kennethwilliams-dl9gi]

you spent a small fortune on a truck that claimed to start at $25,000. you got a high end model either because you wanted to or you had limited to no choice. i want the $25,000 model but cannot find one.

[@fordmaverickmaniac]

Brendan, USB A or C transmits data (and charges your phone). Great job! Thanks, Maniac.

[@brendandrives]

Thanks for the info!

[@DB-px5mv]

There is a Trip 2 accessible in the menu

[@brendandrives]

Yeah I found it later!

[@Its_YourImagination]

Congrats...got mine this past Saturday !!! Get a coat of Ceramic on it bro ASAP !!!!!

[@brendandrives]

Thanks! I’ve never used ceramic coating but am doing research on it now!

[@jhagen4850]

Good video. I was looking at the Hybrid Lariat too mainly because my current vehicle is keyless and I didn't want to go backwards with a new vehicle. It's sad how Ford soaks buyers with their "luxury" trims which really should be their standard trim. Over $40k for that truck is certified nuts, like COVID-level prices. I get it - they raised the price. Just not worth it in my opinion for the $250 in upgrades on the Lariat package. I'd honestly wait for a 2WD Cybertruck before I'd buy this. It's more money but it future-proofs you for a long time and they'll likely hold their value better over time.

[@dearbulls]

My ID.4 daily driver got more "pampered" features so I don't really need it on this, and I ordered the XL. This would be a replacement for my 13 f150 as my hunting truck. So I won't mind the lack of features since my 13 got none of those ADAS stuff (at least Mav got lane keep and auto A/C😂😂).

[@cyborgdc5017]

One of the best reviews!

[@brendandrives]

Thanks!

[@Bagayoko_23]

I am looking forward to getting the ford Maverick.

[@brendandrives]

It’s been great so far! 964 miles on mine as of this minute

[@captured_agent5714]

Paid 24.8k OTD on 22 maverick hybrid. Financed at 0% APR. At ~40K... WOW. Would have gone another way.

[@brendandrives]

I wish we still lived in the days of 0%

[@captured_agent5714]

@@brendandrives ZIRP definitely helped people buy homes... now the rest of us foot the bill lol.

[@sm00v00]

You just brought yourself a $40.000 problem so many recalls on the hybrid

[@brendandrives]

Sold it already 😅

[@campbellmarty36]

Stealerships still getting it done !!!☝️👏👏👏

[@swoopswoop7311]

I have a 2022 XLT hybrid and a 2023 XLT hybrid ones. My wife's the 22 was 25 4 out the door. The 23 was 28 3 out the door

[@brendandrives]

Double Maverick household!

[@briansgood2go]

I’m about to pick up my Maverick and I mentioned the rebate since mine got bumped from 23-24…dealer said I should have received something from Ford but I didn’t ….did you or did the dealer already know?

[@brendandrives]

All I got from Ford was a couple emails but nothing specific. They should have info on it themselves

[@briansgood2go]

@@brendandrives It all worked out! I got $3400 from Ford for a rebate! Came home with my '24 Hybrid in Azure Mettalic Grey yesterday! I love it!

[@brendandrives]

@@briansgood2go yessssss!

[@1996ikey]

Make a video how u gone pay it off early step by step ? Numbers details everything

[@brendandrives]

Maybe I should, if you’re wanting to see that in guessing other people are too!?🤔

[@1996ikey]

@@brendandrives yes that’s amazing if u can pay it off in one year are u doing weekly payments by weekly or what we need a video about it asap

[@raleighsaighman1214]

I ordered the terrain color, do you like it more than getting a more traditional car color?

[@brendandrives]

At first I think I was a little underwhelmed by it but the more I see it the more I like it. At night it looks basically white but in the daylight its definitely a light brown. Some people have asked for a separate video showing the color so that's in the works. You may like to see it too! (Subscribe so you don't miss it please!)

[@dudefromlaveenaz]

Interesting i also got a white Lariat but from Robert Horne Ford in AJ.

[@brendandrives]

Mine's not white! It's "Terrain" Not a huge difference 😆

[@robertaspinall3035]

Finance @ the dealership? No, no, no. You sound like you are good with finances and probably have a good credit rating. As bad as things are, that would most likely equate to a new vehicle rate at a 5% buy rate. I call it the by by rate because by the time that offer went across the desk to you....7.2%. Not a big deal I suppose if you are paying it off in a year, but for most of us, that's not a reality. Go to a credit union, pre-approve yourself, and do not, do not, do not share anything about your offer terms to the dealership, not the amount, interest rate-nothing.

[@brendandrives]

I agree with your tips! (It's going to be paid off by Jan 16)

[@flashnmb1]

Wait till he learns FMC front loads the interest?

[@brendandrives]

What lender doesn’t? Also it’s through PNC bank not Ford

[@sdatrading5524]

18 months? shitttt why did it take so much?

[@brendandrives]

My 2023 order got cancelled since they couldn't build them fast enough, then it took a few months as a 2024 to get built! Crazy

[@sdatrading5524]

@@brendandrives lol, that's crazy and weird. Glad you finally got it, hope you enjoy it

[@stevemlejnek7073]

Enjoy it Brendan!

[@brendandrives]

Thanks Steve!

[@WBSoCal]

Wow! My 2022 Lariat was below $30k plus tax etc. They've really raised the price. Don't scratch your fingernails on that plastic!

[@brendandrives]

Those prices just rise and rise! Thank you for watching!

[@RogerBrenon]

@@brendandrives And you got ripped off. Sorry.

[@CraigNelson-gw6jw]

500 a month for a brand new hybrid truck is awesome

[@brendandrives]

It’s gonna be $0 per month pretty soon! Just waiting on the lender to get the account finalized so I can pay it off! Planning to pay under $200 in interest

[@michaelparker2225]

Would never pay that price for a maverick! Love my 2013 extremely loaded f150 with a coyote V8 but I will do toyota next time because ford reliability is not what it used to be! Just spent 1200 on maintaining my f150, 100,000 mile maintenance at my personal mechanic, wouldn't dream of going to ford for that service! Not down on ford they just aren't what they used to be! That might be why they named that other truck tremor!

[@brendandrives]

No worries Michael it’s not for everyone. I’d bet the average Toyota has been more reliable than the average Ford so we agree there, too bad Toyota doesn’t have a true Maverick competitor as of today!

[@dukeallen432]

More gadgets the more breaks. Cudos on buying mid size.

[@brendandrives]

That’s my only fear with all the buttons

[@doolittlegeorge]

Long $hmc Honda Motor Corporation strong buy

[@barryg4452]

A+

[@brendandrives]

Thanks Barry!

[@susumukawamoto2924]

Paid too much for a compact pickup.

[@brendandrives]

This is nearly as expensive as they get so I can see why you’d feel that way!

[@Tundra_Guy]

OUCH!!!!!! This is a truck that's barely worth 25K. Seeing alot of these on lots now as people have overpaid for this.

[@brendandrives]

$10k under MSRP? That would have been awesome!

[@ejshelby5460]

How tall are you

[@brendandrives]

6'5"

[@youarerightboss]

Hope it works out for you

[@brendandrives]

Thanks!

[@losr98]

Man IDK. This thing is just hard to look at for me. Hideous even. It's so small and awkward that I feel like you could have just gone the midsize SUV route. With that being said, I know what it's like to get your first luxury trim brand new car and I'm happy for ya.

[@brendandrives]

Thanks! And thanks for watching!

[@frankkeel8410]

Interest rates to high .Just think investing that 40 grand at 5%.

[@brendandrives]

Or 7.2%!

[@stephengneri2136]

👍

[@brendandrives]

👍

[@JavierGarcia-hd7xm]

7.2% what?

[@brendandrives]

Gross right!?

[@JavierGarcia-hd7xm]

@@brendandrives if you indeed have a 800+ credit then yeah.

[@jamesmyers9285]

I will wait for the RAM Rampage!

[@brendandrives]

I hope they bring it here! The PHEV powertrain could be amazing

[@framusburns-hagstromiii808]

A fool and his money are soon parted ..case in point...

[@brendandrives]

We shall see, but thanks for watching!

[@mircosusan]

so he paid $35,000 for a $20,000 truck

[@mircosusan]

$39k* geez you can get a gently used full size truck for that

[@fordmaverickmaniac]

The XL is now a $26k truck. $6k more gets the XLT trim with lux pack. $6k above that is the Lariat trim with a bunch more features, like adaptive cruise, built-in navigation, rear parking sensors, and B&O sound. Still far less than the avg new vehicle price of $48k.

[@GrapJack]

$45k???? You got raked over the coals.

[@eddiehaskell5578]

Absolutely. 34,000 gets you 4wd Nissan Frontier.😮6 ft bed.

[@brendandrives]

Only if I pay all the interest on the loan 🤑

[@GrapJack]

I guess everyone must individually assess if a Latiat Maverick is worth $45k. I hope you’re enjoying it!

[@it1988a]

Get a Pinto, Maverick or Mustang 2 but brother, get a horse.

[@kickadams8908ass]

Damn! he doesn't look right for that size of truck. He looks he's 6 foot 6 standing next to that truck. He wants a small truck? the minimum should've been at least a Ford Ranger.

[@brendandrives]

Good eye! I’m 6’5”! And the funny thing is, the Maverick is the same size or bigger on the inside compared to a Ranger (in the dimensions that matter most to me)

[@rickyarmstrong9267]

What happened to the 20000 dollar truck they jacked up the price

[@brendandrives]

This also isn't the base model

[@gwrace]

Thank you for sharing your experience and out the door pricing. Really surprised at how much you had to pay in dealer doc fees and Arizona state fees. Just before Thanksgiving we picked up our 24 Lariat Hybrid in Terrain with the Moon Roof and key pad as options. We traded in our 2015 Honda Accord Hybrid and applied the $500 Farm Bureau certificate and the $2500 Ford Private offer. The rest we paid in cash. Title, license, dealer inventory tax, dealer doc fee and registration were $353. Sales tax @6.25% 1246.28, We had put down $500 to place the order back in Sept of 2022. With an MSRP of 36,725 the total out the door price with trade in was 20054.28. We also have not noticed any wind noise from the moon roof but it does add some complexity as you mentioned.

[@brendandrives]

Wow those fees seem crazy low! Glad it worked out for you!

[@falcorzed]

What complexity?

[@gabrieljoda4082]

First of all thanks for the 2024 ford maverick content! Here’s a short video suggestion. I would make a short video focusing on the new terrain color since almost no one has their 2024 models! I personally ordered an azure grey and would’ve loved if a KZbinr had a video on it. So I would assume people who ordered the terrain color would feel the same way. If you do decide to make the video please have some segments without a filter, just so we can see its real raw color.

[@brendandrives]

That’s a good idea! I could park it next to various colored things to show what the color does and show it in different light.

[@gened7756]

Brendan----- very nice! I like everything about your Lariat. I got my XLT hybrid in July. I had a 2013 ford f150 , And decided to sell after I got my Maverick. The f150 was like new , with 47,000 miles on. { I would always park the truck by itself in parking lots etc. so I wouldn't get any door dings. I like to keep my stuff looking nice.} When I would check the oil, I would get a step ladder, you couldn't reach the dip stick just standing on the floor. The Maverick on the other hand is so much easier to park and reaching into the box and see around, etc. Enjoy your new vehicle, you deserve it, being your 23 was cancelled and you waited a long time. Cheers---Gene

[@brendandrives]

Thanks a bunch Gene! We were on an extraordinary similar truck trajectory! Let’s convene before we buy whatever is next after these Mavericks 😆

[@ericoo7719]

Just wondering what you getting on fuel efficiency? Are you hitting the 40mpg on average ?

[@gened7756]

@@ericoo7719 I don't have to many miles on yet, but when I did check recently, it was about 44 miles per gallon. I drive my vehicles fairly easy.

[@55whiplash]

Good deals for Mavericks are hard to find, getting pre-qualified at your local bank or credit union gives you some leverage for interest rates. Car lots are filling up with these overpriced Rams, and other large trucks. I haven't bought a Ford since my 87 Ranger, but I'm thinking of getting a Maverick Hybrid.

[@heathjohnson2575]

All new cars are expensive. Everything now is expensive get over it people. This isn't the 1950s and never will be again.

[@harold1901]

Wow! $549? Dam* can get a model 3 with lease for $399 a month and $7,500 tax credit go towards lease and another $2,000 ny tax credit.

[@brendandrives]

Lease vs Purchase isn't exactly apples to apples but yeah a Model 3 is a steal right now. My friend bought a 1 year old car for more than they are selling for new now!

[@Jasona1976]

I’ve had my Mav Lariat Hybrid for 9 months. It’s been perfect and I love it. 🎉🎉

[@brendandrives]

Stoked! Thanks for always being here!

[@markkrispin6944]

7.2 % interest rate for 60 months??? Shit, no thank you. I got my Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE brand new for 0% for 60 months! Getting 65 MPG City, 60 MPG Highway.

[@brendandrives]

Right?? And thats with an 830 credit score and very healthy debt to income ratio! I'm sure many people are paying 10%+ these days!

[@joyofnft8084]

The accessory you need is an Apple/Android wireless adapter. You plug it in and you can Velcro it up under the phone area so it isn’t visible. Regarding seat covers, why do you want them? Those seats look nice with the Terrain and they are very durable. I have a Altas Blue Lariat with those seats and a messy kid. Zero problems with the seats and they stay cooler in the summers.

[@brendandrives]

Ooh thanks for that idea, I’m not even sure what that does…I assumed it had wireless Car Play already. Must not! I will check out those. Do you have any recommended brands? Seat covers just to protect them from both me and the kids. I had them on the life of my 2013 F150 and used and abused them. Now the seats look nearly new underneath. My job as a commercial superintendent was quite messy!

[@joyofnft8084]

@@brendandrives It is weird that there is a wireless charger in the Lariat, but no wireless Android/Apple CarPlay. I bought an ottocast because it supports both Apple and Android. I can’t totally recommend it because I find myself having to do occasional hard resets on my Ford Sync to get it to work. Maybe someone bought a wireless adapter that works better. Do you have a center console ambient light by your phone? My 22 XLT had that light, but Ford removed it in the 23 models including my Lariat. I can see light by my feet and the door handle, but nothing by the phone area in my 23.

[@mikestill5819]

Remember when paying MSRP and we were called suckers as a consumer. Guess ill just limp along my 15 year old paid off minivan..

[@littledovecitydust]

I see that the Maverick is basically a recycle bin of all the old Escape and F150 parts. Nice way to take advantage of paid-for tooling, Ford!

[@brendandrives]

Drivetrain definitely is! The F150 part would have to be shrunk down to be this small!

[@rsngrl]

tux mats and bedrug.

[@ricklynch8620]

Of all the auto manufacturers you could have dissed to compare your truck wait time to, you chose to diss Tesla? Really? JADS

[@OLDUSAFMedic]

You have security guards at your Ford dealer?? That's all those Ex Californians moving out to Arizona.

[@WalterA-b3d]

Of course it's easy to reach over the bed rails when you are 6'5". I will enjoy watching your videos on your new Maverick.

[@brendandrives]

Ha! Yup! Thanks!!!!

[@AdjectivesRGreaterThanPronouns]

Yikes! $40k for that little truck? Financing points on top of that!?

[@VanBoy]

I really enjoy your videos about the new Lariat! I hear what you're saying about road trips. My wife and I are planning to travel to Cheyenne for Frontier Days in July and and then on to Yellowstone National Park (about 1,500 miles). All of this is contingent on our 2024 XLT Hybrid showing up!

[@brendandrives]

Thanks! I bet that will be an excellent road trip, do you think you’ll get yours in time?

[@VanBoy]

It will be severe disappointment if I don't. 😮‍💨

[@TroyCook-vd6qu]

Congrats man. I’m interested in the Lariat Hybrid. Not fond of the front wheel only drive. Not a fan of the gag color. You should’ve gotten the blue or red.

[@brendandrives]

Thanks! Appreciate your honesty

[@foodlaw5778]

Thanks for sharing. We have one under production soon with similar specs but a different color. The one thing I am disappointed with Ford is they do not provide a ventilated seat option; being in Texas, it is a must-not-heated seats.

[@brendandrives]

Yeah I would have loved an AC seat too! Another month of using the heated seat here in Phoenix then its not getting touched until Thanksgiving 2024!

[@foodlaw5778]

There is a company in OK that put them in, and we are planning to have it done. @@brendandrives

[@aaronlouviere5797]

Glad you finally got your Maverick. Had a 23 XL hybrid I just traded in, loved that thing. 7k miles on it without issue. Traded for another Maverick with 4k tow and AWD. As soon as the hybrid gets those capabilities, I’ll go back to that 😂

[@brendandrives]

Wow you've toured them both in a short time! It will be interesting to see if they come out with a more capable hybrid someday

[@dearbulls]

I have the same question as OP. How you feel about the difference? My AWD 4k is in made, and hybrid is scheduled for February. Wondering which one to keep or should I keep both and get rid of my 13 f150

[@tonichappell7596]

haha in Arizona you need an air condition steering wheel.

[@brendandrives]

Right!? I’ll take it

[@torres870rem]

Toyota Camry better.

[@Rocteruen]

How tall are you brother? Edit: Heard 6'5" lol Same dude same

[@brendandrives]

77”

[@buddy1065]

I sincerely hope your early payments are used toward the principal only. I heard of one guy who tried early payments but found out later in contract those payments were first applied to the amount financed. What a sleazy way to trap a customer! Thats one reason I paid cash for mine.

[@brendandrives]

Oof that would be terrible. I’ve paid off loans early in the past and have specified principal but thanks for the reminder!!

[@rowmacg]

CONGRATULATIONS 🎊

[@brendandrives]

Thanks Rowan!

[@eddiehaskell5578]

That truck goes for 26,000 where I’m from

[@brendandrives]

$10k off MSRP? Man you shoulda told me a month ago!