The 2025 Ford Maverick boasts an available hybrid powertrain, a good-size bed, and lots of interior space. It's not as capable as a midsize or full-size truck, and its ride quality is a bit rough at times, but overall we think the Maverick is a great way to get a lot of truck for not a lot of money.Read full review
Jake Sundstrom has worked in the automotive industry since 2017. He has written hundreds of car-related articles. Jake is currently an Editor for CarMax and has also contributed to National Hot Rod Association publications. When he's not driving cars, he's eating takeout inside of them (probably burgers, burritos or pizza).
Pros
Low starting price on base versions
Loads of available equipment to enhance towing and off-roading capability
Hybrid powertrain returns excellent fuel economy
Quick acceleration from optional turbocharged engine
Cons
Bumpy ride quality
Some features hidden in costly optional packages
Interior has a low-buck feel to it
Limited range of adjustment for the driver's seat and steering wheel
What's new
Street-performance-oriented Lobo added to lineup
New, larger center touchscreen debuts
Other minor revisions to standard and optional feature availability
Part of the first Maverick pickup truck generation introduced for 2022
Overview
Full-size pickup trucks have grown significantly in the last decade, leaving a void for people who perhaps don't need something quite that large. You could even say that about midsize trucks. That's where the 2025 Ford Maverick comes in. It's smaller and less expensive than Ford's F-150 and Ranger trucks but has enough utility designed into it that you can use it for a lot of tasks for which a typical small SUV just won't do. It's also available with a hybrid powertrain, which is great for further reducing your overall ownership costs. For 2025, Ford has updated the Maverick with a larger center touchscreen and introduced a Maverick Lobo sport truck version.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2025 Ford Maverick XL 4dr SuperCrew SB (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.34 per gallon for regular unleaded in Arizona.
The compact Ford Maverick is obviously not as utilitarian as its larger pickup siblings, but it can still handle plenty of truck duties. The bed is wide enough to hold a 4-foot sheet of plywood or drywall, but 8-foot lengths will extend past the tailgate by several feet. Towing maxes out at 4,000 pounds, so you can easily pull smaller trailers. As the smallest Ford pickup, it's also the most affordable, and the savings won't end when you buy one. The hybrid model can potentially save you hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs compared to what you'd pay to drive a midsize truck.
Competitors to consider
The only direct competitor to the Maverick is the Hyundai Santa Cruz, which has similar capabilities but distinguishes itself with more of an SUV personality inside and out. The Santa Cruz can tow 1,000 pounds more than the Maverick, but the lack of a trailer brake controller evens the playing field. We like both trucks, so picking one will likely come down to what you want from your compact truck. If neither suits your needs, the midsize Ford Ranger is a more capable alternative. Check out our test team's full Expert Rating on the Maverick to help you decide if it's best for you.
Edmunds Expert Rating
Our Verdict
The Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.
Average
7.5
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
The 2025 Ford Maverick boasts an available hybrid powertrain, a good-size bed, and lots of interior space. It's not as capable as a midsize or full-size truck, and its ride quality is a bit rough at times, but overall we think the Maverick is a great way to get a lot of truck for not a lot of money.
How does the Maverick drive? The hybrid engine on the Maverick is thrifty with fuel but not the best for quick acceleration. In testing, a Maverick with the hybrid needs 8.4 seconds to sprint from 0 to 60 mph. That's a trade-off we'd make given the improved fuel efficiency, though. We also tested the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, which zipped us to 60 in just 6.4 seconds, just a smidge quicker than the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
Steering and handling aren't as satisfying. The Maverick feels more like a traditional truck in this sense. You don't get much feel for the road through the steering wheel, and there's a significant amount of body roll when going around turns. The Maverick is a bit stiffly sprung so midcorner bumps will upset its handling a bit too.
There is promise in the Maverick Lobo, which has a sport-tuned suspension for better on-road performance. The Maverick Tremor is also available if you want better off-road capability.
Comfort
6.5/10
How comfortable is the Maverick? When it comes to comfort, the Maverick embraces more of the truck vibe than its Hyundai Santa Cruz rival. Over broken or bumpy roads, it has a choppy ride quality that never seems to go away. The seats are firmly padded but supportive, and they hold up over long trips. But there are hard plastic door panels right next to your knees, and they're uncomfortable to brace against when navigating down curvy roads.
There isn't much noise from the engine on the highway, but it's a bit unrefined at idle and under full-throttle acceleration. We also noticed a strikingly loud drivetrain noise coming from beneath the rear floor that we couldn't identify. These traits are a bit harder to swallow on the top-trim Lariat.
Interior
7.5/10
How’s the interior? You'll love the Maverick if you like your truck interiors simple. There aren't a lot of frills or buttons, but finding the controls you need is very easy. Getting in and out requires some ducking of heads for most, but once you're inside there's a decent amount of headroom all around. The driving position is relatively upright, and the driver's seat and steering wheel don't offer much adjustability. Legroom is limited in the rear seat, as is the space under the front seats for feet.
The Maverick's boxy cab, however, provides excellent visibility. Big, squarish windows mean that you can see well in every direction, and while they're a bit on the small side, we like Ford's useful integrated blind-spot mirrors.
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How’s the tech? This year's Maverick comes standard with a new 13.2-inch center touchscreen. We haven't tested it yet, but we expect it to operate similarly to Ford's other touchscreens. That means it should have easy-to-use menus and buttons. Otherwise, there isn't much standard tech inside the Maverick. The standard stereo is pretty underwhelming when it comes to output volume. Most of the Maverick's advanced driver aids, such as adaptive cruise control or blind-spot warning, are optional or standard on the more expensive trim levels.
Towing and Storage
8/10
How are the towing and storage? The Maverick's party piece is the massive number of cubbies and interior storage areas. The doors can accommodate huge water bottles, the rear underseat storage is relatively large, and there are all sorts of useful dividers in the large center console. The Maverick has mastered small-item storage.
Loading in a large car seat will be a bit difficult because the top tethers are located behind the folding rear seats. Plus, the underseat storage is accessed by lifting up the entire rear seat bottom, so you'll have to remove any child seats to get underneath. What a pain.
The Maverick's maximum towing and payload capacities are impressive for such a small vehicle: 4,000 pounds and 1,500 pounds, respectively. The Maverick also offers a four-pin and seven-pin connector and an integrated trailer brake controller, the latter of which is missing in the rival Hyundai Santa Cruz. So while the Santa Cruz ultimately has a higher overall towing capacity, the Maverick is better equipped to tow straight from the factory.
How’s the fuel economy? The hybrid Maverick gets a segment-topping EPA estimate of 37 mpg combined. That beats most non-hybrid compact sedans. In the real world, we regularly saw over 40 mpg combined during testing, which is promising. If fuel efficiency is a top concern, the Maverick's hybrid powertrain is a real trump card over the Santa Cruz, which got 27 mpg on the same evaluation route. The Maverick with the 2.0-liter engine got 25 mpg in our testing.
Value
8/10
Is the Maverick a good value? At its entry price, there's no denying the Maverick's appeal. That's especially true if you get the hybrid powertrain to help save on gas. The lower Maverick trim levels lack some advanced driver aids that come standard on other vehicles at this price, but this is still one of the better values out there.
A three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty are pretty typical among trucks, and that's what the Maverick gets. But the Santa Cruz blows it out of the water with a five-year/60,000-mile basic warranty and 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
Wildcard
7.5/10
The Maverick is relatively nondescript. It accomplishes its mission of looking like a truck, and therefore it goes mostly unnoticed. The optional engine is peppy and it can be relatively fun to drive, but there is a more entertaining vehicle in the class.
We give it some credit for its efficient hybrid engine, along with its no-frills interior and low starting price. Pair that with a functional and easy-to-use bed, and you've got a unique offering but not one with a ton of personality.
Which Maverick does Edmunds recommend?
We recommend the XLT trim for most Maverick buyers. It's reasonably priced and gives you the option of either the hybrid powertrain or the regular gas engine. You can also spruce it up with a few different option packages if you like. The FX4 package is a low-cost way to get some extra off-road capability without having to spend a lot more money on the Tremor.
Love the car/truck. At first I thought it was ugly but now it has grown on me. I am constantly getting compliments on it. Everyone asks about the mileage. I drive 132mi rnd trip each day to work half the drive thru hilly mountain roads the other half on interstate. I average life time of the vehicle 41.1 mpg I don't drive hard "about" 5mph over speed limit. I love the lane assist feature … and constantly use the radar cruise control feature to maintain distance between the car in front of me. I use the eco feature on interstate and normal mode thru the hills. I have not towed with it so I can not tell about tow mode but must say that I hate sport mode with the fake shifts the CVT provides. I do wish the eco mode would stay on after I shut off the vehicle. I also do not like the fact that the trip resets once the door is opened. I wish the phone would connect thru bluetooth as I use it for primary music and map functions. The Ford app to start the vehicle is nice as it is warm or cool when I get into it. Also the heated steering wheel rocks. Major improvements ford can make to this is AWD and plug-in hybrid technology.
Picked up my truck Jan 21st. This is my first truck and first hybrid. Thought the power would be an issue but this truck walks tall, you wont be setting track records but has enough punch to get you anywhere you go. The gas mileage is unbelievable my best MPG into work is 40 (highway, back road mix) and my best MPG going home from work is 53 (mostly back roads, little bit of highway). … The ride is incredibly smooth, and it handles snow and icy roads with ease. I love this vehicle, would highly recommend test driving one if you are interested in them.
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FAQ
Is the Ford Maverick a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 Maverick both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.5 out of 10. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Ford Maverick. Learn more
What's new in the 2025 Ford Maverick?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Ford Maverick:
Street-performance-oriented Lobo added to lineup
New, larger center touchscreen debuts
Other minor revisions to standard and optional feature availability
Part of the first Maverick pickup truck generation introduced for 2022
To determine whether the Ford Maverick is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Maverick. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Maverick's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2025 Ford Maverick a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Ford Maverick is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2025 Maverick and gave it a 7.5 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 Maverick is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2025 Ford Maverick?
The least-expensive 2025 Ford Maverick is the 2025 Ford Maverick XL 4dr SuperCrew SB (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $26,995.
Other versions include:
XL 4dr SuperCrew SB (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT) which starts at $26,995
XLT 4dr SuperCrew SB (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT) which starts at $29,495
Lariat 4dr SuperCrew AWD SB (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT) which starts at $37,290
If you're interested in the Ford Maverick, the next question is, which Maverick model is right for you? Maverick variants include XL 4dr SuperCrew SB (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT), XLT 4dr SuperCrew SB (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT), and Lariat 4dr SuperCrew AWD SB (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT). For a full list of Maverick models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
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