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2024 Ford Maverick Rumors: Will Ford Make a 2024 Maverick? – When the Maverick first appeared on the market a few years ago, did it come as a shock to you? That was undoubtedly unexpected, but not only due to the fact that it existed. It’s a surprisingly lovely little trucklet that manages to combine practicality, affordability, and charm in a manner that cars in this sector often aren’t able to do. The Hyundai Santa Cruz is Maverick’s principal competitor in the market for small pickup trucks like the Maverick. They are both appealing to us. The Santa Cruz is somewhat more sophisticated and comfy than the Maverick, but the Maverick exudes more of an authentic truck attitude, which will appeal more to purchasers of classic pickup trucks.
While the Maverick received some additional improvements and a new off-road Tremor package in 2023, we do not anticipate that the 2024 model will undergo many many revisions. It is expected that the same variety of packages will be made available. The city-focused hybrid engine will continue to serve as the standard powertrain, while an improved version of the 2.0-liter turbo engine will be available for customers who need greater power, the choice to have all-wheel drive, and the ability to tow up to 4,000 pounds at their disposal.
While the Maverick is one of the most sought-after cars that Ford offers, acquiring one has proven to be challenging. In the event that it is too late to get a 2023 model, visit your local Ford dealership as soon as the order books for 2024 models are made available. They are quite likely to get full in a short amount of time.
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There have been at least five distinct interpretations of the term provided in various parts of the globe. To begin, there was the subcompact automobile, which was first designed for use in North America and Brazil throughout the 1970s. Two, the Y60 Nissan Patrol sport utility vehicle was rebadged as a Ford in the Australian market during the years 1988 and 1994. Finally, between 1993 and 1999, Ford of Europe retconned a Nissan as well. This time, it was the Spain-produced Terrano II. In addition, the Old Continent and China variants of the Escape crossovers were marketed under the Maverick name throughout the early to middle years of the 2000s.
Now, at long last, the reimagined Ford Maverick for North America is being manufactured in Mexico as a unibody compact pickup truck. This pickup truck caused quite a commotion in the United States with its initial list price of less than $20,000 for the 2.5-liter hybrid engine and the powerful 2.0-liter EcoBoost variant. At a starting price of $22,195 for any of the available engine configurations, the 2023 Maverick is certainly not as reasonably priced as it once was. If you ask enthusiastic Blue Oval consumers, though, it is still a terrific value to purchase the XLT ($24,455) or the Lariat ($27,955).
Naturally, the sales are looking terrific, as well – alongside the bigger F-Series, which has maintained its U.S. market crowns (for best-selling truck series as well as overall) for the 46th and 41st straight years, respectively. But it goes without saying that Ford has to keep everything fresh in order to sustain its advantage, particularly considering that the rumor mill is aggressively seeking new competitors, such as the possibility of Toyota reviving its Stout tiny pickup truck. In the OEM sector, things may not be going nearly as quickly as they should be, which is unfortunate.
So, it is possible that some individuals will have the impulse to take the law into their own hands. Or, more accurately, at the end of their CGI brushes, as is the case with the creative domain of virtual automobile painters in this instance. In light of this, let me introduce you to Dimas Ramadhan, the pixel maestro behind the Digimods DESIGN channel on YouTube. Dimas Ramadhan has promptly accepted the challenge of unveiling an all-new Ford Maverick XLT, although only in computer-generated imagery.
If you ask us, the author’s schedule of 2024 or 2025MY is a little too ambitious even for the parallel world of digital automobiles. If you want our opinion on the matter, let us know in the comments section below. In addition, the maker of the virtual material has gone to great lengths to get a very stylized appearance in terms of the overall design. Note that all of this is just wishful thinking, and no one should take any of this for granted; rather, they should take it with a large dosage of salt – at least not until there is some official confirmation from the carmaker itself.
By the way, this revamped Ford Maverick XLT is as eccentric as it gets, replete with an electric vehicle (EV)-styled front fascia, a pony emblem up front, narrow front LEDs, and jewel-like taillights, as well as a very unusual exhaust system. The big black wheels and the tough tires give it at least the appearance of having some awesome CGI credentials.
Design
The Maverick is 199.7 inches long and has a wheelbase that is 121.1 inches long, while the Santa Cruz is 4.0 inches shorter overall and has a wheelbase that is 118.3 inches long. The Santa Cruz is also approximately three inches slimmer and rides two inches lower than the competition. We like the conventional “little truck” appearance of the Maverick, which in contrast makes the Santa Cruz seem to have a lot going on. Whereas the bed on the Maverick is made of steel, the bed on the Santa Cruz has a sheet-molded plastic liner. The tailgate of the Maverick can be adjusted so that it is level with the wheel wells. This provides three-point support for the commonly used 4′ x 8′ sheet products, further establishing the Maverick’s reputation as a truck.
The cabin of the Maverick is an example of price-point engineering at its finest. You can practically hear the Ford accountants, stylists, and product planners engaging in a heated discussion as you see the combination of rough and smooth plastics, the minimalistic technology, big abrupt door-pulls, and the “let no space go unutilized” design philosophy. The XL comes in a two-tone blue paint scheme, the XLT comes in a grey with orange accents, and the XLT comes in a brown color scheme. Each of these trims has its own color scheme. In keeping with its purpose, it is both comfortable and utilitarian, and, to our great relief, it does not make an excessive effort to dazzle with fake luxury finishes or any other kind of gimmickry.
The 2024 Ford Maverick Rumors is based on a modified version of the same chassis as the Escape and the Bronco Sport, so it comes as no surprise that it shares those vehicles’ comfortable but unremarkable driving qualities. It is peaceful, generally smooth, and devoid of rattles, at least in the automobiles that we used for testing in 2022 and 2023. To put it another way, it’s an unremarkable example of decent predictability, and if you’re seeking dynamic greatness, you’re looking in the wrong place. Instead, the Maverick is a tool, a quickly adjustable and flexible answer to your transportation challenges that do not need you to take out a second mortgage in order to purchase and run it.
The Maverick’s mini-me Ford family truck silhouette results in spacious door apertures that make it simple for drivers of varying heights and weights to get in and out of the vehicle. In a similar vein, the windscreen is rather large for such a little car, and there is enough space for the driver and passengers’ shoulders. The narrow seat bases, which may cause those with a larger waistline some discomfort on longer trips, and the novel chunky door handle design, which may look the part but enjoys jostling for space with the knees of taller drivers, are two sources of contention. The former may cause those with a larger waistline some discomfort on longer trips.
The spacious rear provides legroom measuring 36.9 inches (or 35.9 inches in the hybrid), which is on par with what the Santa Cruz offers (36.5 inches). It is important to note, however, that even the Ranger has only 34.5 inches of back seat legroom, whilst the Tacoma has just 32.6 inches of such space.
Since it takes a pragmatic approach to its feature set, the Maverick provides you with everything you need and very little that is superfluous. There are seats that can be heated, but there aren’t any that can be vented. The settings for the passenger seat are manual, while the driver’s seat has the option of becoming an 8-way motorized seat. With the Lariat trim level, Ford replaces leather upholstery with a durable synthetic cloth called “ActiveX.”
The Maverick comes with a single infotainment screen that measures 8.0 inches and is standard equipment. For lower trim levels, this screen operates with a fundamental user interface that was developed before Ford’s SYNC operating system. It is a relief to know that at least a Wi-Fi hotspot and (wired) versions of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included as standard equipment. Navigation is available on the Lariat, but in order to use it, you need to purchase the Lariat Luxury package, which costs $2,610, and the improved CoPilot360, which costs $650. Together, these two upgrades cost $3,260, and they use the outdated Sync 3 software system. Once again, we would recommend purchasing a new iPhone or Android smartphone with the money you have available.
Also, the Maverick has an abundance of connecting options, such as USBs, USB-C connectors, and twin 120V plugs (one in the bed, another on the back of the center console). In addition, the bed is equipped with what Ford refers to as “e-DIY” connections, which are 12-volt pigtails for a variety of electrical accessories that may be fitted by the owner or by an aftermarket upfitter.
In conclusion, there are several luxuries that are exclusive to the Lariat and can only be obtained by purchasing the Luxury Package. These luxuries include a push-button start, a wireless charging pad, and an 8-speaker B&O audio system.
Under-seat storage, user-configurable cargo bed dividers, and a multi-position tailgate are few examples of the minor but practical touches that Ford worked hard to include throughout the whole of the F-150. These are all features that are sure to come in useful on a daily basis. Ford
The Maverick is a standout performer because of the ingenuity they possess. Consider its 54-inch long bed; smaller than any midsize truck (but longer and more useful than Santa Cruz’s 48-inch bed), it incorporates standard tie-downs, available sliding cleats, LED bed lighting, dual bottle openers, and a bed wall cubby with a removable floor to accommodate more oversized items such as an onboard compressor. In addition, the bed is shorter than any bed found on Santa Cruz’s 48-inch bed.
The true show stopper, however, is the multi-position tailgate that latches partially open at the same height as the tops of the wheel wells so that it can accommodate sheet products that are 48 inches wide. In addition, there are slots and threaded holes for do-it-yourself dividers, as well as screw-in loops or hooks, which make it easier to fashion one’s own storage solutions. On the other hand, it does not have a “trunk” that is located underneath the bed like the Santa Cruz and the midsize Honda Ridgeline.
In addition, there is sufficient storage space available within the cabin. The massive center console is Ford’s way of paying homage to its heavier vehicles. There is a place for everything thanks to the console’s and dash’s innovative open-cubby storage as well as the assortment of bottles- and cupholders in varying sizes. In addition, there is a sizable storage compartment located behind the fold-down rear seats, as well as holes all over the inside that may accommodate 3D-printed hooks, brackets, and accessory holders, as well as those that are given by Ford. Curiosity is a square-shaped cubby that is located exactly to the right of the touchscreen in the middle of the device. We speculate that a bigger screen was planned for the device at one point but was scrapped due to cost issues or a scarcity of semiconductors. There is a possibility that subsequent versions may come with the option of a bigger screen.
It is inevitable that some of the essential family elements, such as C-Clamp headlights, would trickle down due to the fact that the Ford F-series is a sales juggernaut that dominates the market. The Santa Cruz may at times appear as it belongs in the background of a low-budget post-apocalyptic action film from the middle of the 1980s; it’s cool, but it divides opinion. Having said that, Ford did a fair job of ensuring that the F-Series Bloodline did not completely overpower the Maverick’s individuality. The Maverick, much like the Santa Cruz, is based on a crossover platform, but very few people in the audience for this vehicle will care about this fact; if they wanted a 7/10ths scale version of the F-150, they already know where to obtain one.
The face of the Maverick is a touch too similar to that of an Escape from the 2000s for it to be truly rough; nonetheless, its blocky pickup profile and square-jawed appearance prevent it from being cutesy. The work-truck steelies that come standard on the basic XL are a lovely touch, and the chunky retro-truck style is finished off with tall tires on all trims, the biggest of which measure 18 inches.
In the same vein as the interior style of the Toyota Hilux pickup truck from the 1970s and early 1980s, it is fundamental and practical in a straightforward, “what you see is what you get” kind of way.
Performance
The Maverick’s powertrains are carried through until 2023 without any changes. The regular hybrid has an internal combustion engine with a capacity of 2.5 liters, a pair of electric motors, and a continuously variable gearbox (CVT), which together are capable of producing a combined 191 horsepower. For customers who are more concerned with towing capacity and acceleration than they are with fuel efficiency, Ford offers a turbocharged 2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine. This engine generates 250 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque and is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission.
All-wheel drive (AWD) and Ford’s Advanced four-wheel drive (4WD) are available as options for the 2.0-liter turbo engine only. The latter is required for the Tremor off-road package (which costs $2,995 for the shocks, a 1-inch lift, fancier wheels, and all-terrain tires) and the FX4 off-road package (which costs $800 for skid plates, all-terrain tires, and some loose-surface drive modes). At the risk of oversimplifying the situation, the Advanced 4WD is equipped with a device that functions similarly to a differential lock and can send torque to either of the vehicle’s rear wheels. In contrast, the front-biased all-wheel-drive configuration that comes standard in most vehicles only sends torque backward when it senses that the vehicle is sliding.
These engines won’t blow your mind with huge amounts of raw oomph, but they both provide more than enough motivation when they’re not carrying much weight. The fact that they don’t collapse completely under the weight of a maximum cargo of 1,500 pounds or while they’re pulling a maximum of 2,000 pounds is rather astounding.
A Tow package that costs $795 and provides improved cooling, steeper gears, an integrated trailer-brake controller, and the capacity to haul up to 4,000 pounds incorporates all of these features. To be clear, you won’t ever mistake it for a full-size rig or even a Ranger, but if you modify your expectations appropriately, you’ll discover that it confidently tows and hauls loads that are within its ratings. Having said that, the Ford Ranger and the Chevy Colorado are both capable of pulling trailers weighing up to 7,500 pounds, so keep that in mind if you want to do a lot of towing or if you want to go within 20% of their maximum capacities.
The EPA estimates that the Maverick hybrid achieves a total of 37 miles per gallon, with 42 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. It is not only more economical than anything else available in the current pickup market, but it also outperforms almost the entire non-hybrid small crossover segment. Even hybrid crossovers like the Honda CR-V, which has a combined rating of 38, 40 in the city, and 35 on the highway, have trouble keeping up with it. As we were doing a combination of city and highway driving in our Maverick hybrid, the odometer read 37.5 miles per gallon.
The turbocharged 2.0 EcoBoost Maverick is rated at a combined 26 miles per gallon, with 23 in the city and 30 on the highway. Models equipped with all-wheel drive are estimated to lose one mile per gallon in each category. Still efficient, however, compared to the hybrid, the difference in city rating of 19 mpg might be significant for those who live in cities. The Santa Cruz achieves a combined 23 mpg, with 22 in the city and 26 on the highway; however, having all-wheel drive reduces fuel economy by one mpg in both situations. The Santa Cruz turbo 22 scores a total of 22, with 19 points in the city and 27 points on the highway.
When It Will Be Available and Its Cost?
In November of 2022, production of the current-generation Maverick started. We anticipate that manufacturing of the 2024 Ford Maverick will begin before the year 2023 comes to a close, although the exact timing of this will depend on the scope of the redesign. As compared to the truck’s current selling price, which runs from $23,690 to $31,670 with destination, it is possible that the pricing for the 2024 Maverick may go up.