Should I Shop for a Used Ford Maverick?

The newest member of Ford’s exceptional pickup truck lineup is the Maverick. This is unlike any other pickup truck you’ve probably ever seen. The Maverick is a compact pickup, meaning it’s smaller than the midsize Ranger. Yet, it packs quite a punch for a small truck. The Ford Maverick only came out for the 2022 model year, but we are starting to see Maverick models becoming available on the used truck market. You should definitely search for used Ford trucks near you, or if you want to make things easier, just come visit DePaula Ford to check out the Maverick.

At DePaula Ford, we have an extensive inventory of used Ford trucks, cars, SUVs, and EVs. By coming to our dealership, you have the opportunity to find the Maverick model that you love best, allowing yourself the chance to choose from the three different trim levels of the Maverick. You can also get the ability to look for the elusive Maverick First Edition, a special edition that Ford issued in 2022 to commemorate the introduction of the newest member of the Ford family.

A Maverick That Really Earns Its Name

A maverick is defined as an unorthodox or independent person. This is the kind of person who likes to do things their own way. It’s derived from a term for a new horse that hasn’t been tamed or broken yet. This is in keeping with Ford’s inclination to name many of its vehicles after types of horses, like the Bronco and the Mustang. But where the others are models of sports cars and SUVs, the Maverick is the first Ford truck to be named in this way.

The first thing that you are sure to notice about the Maverick is its sporty, diminutive size. The Maverick is the smallest truck built by Ford. It has a 121.1-inch wheelbase with 199.7 inches of length. This is in contrast to the Ranger, which has a 126.8-inch wheelbase, measuring a total of 210.8 inches in length. This size makes it incredibly easy to handle, even for someone who has never been behind the wheel of a pickup truck before. Still, the Maverick delivers over 8.3 inches of ground clearance, which will come in handy in getting over obstacles you may encounter along the road. It also has a unibody design, so it will stand up better to the rigors of the road while providing better safety, handling, and fuel economy.

Two Engines to Help You Try to Tame This Maverick

Ford did something truly independent-minded and unorthodox with the Maverick. Starting with the truck’s introduction with the 2022 model, Ford made the standard engine on the Maverick a 2.5-liter I-4 hybrid that pairs a four-cylinder gas engine with an Atkinson-cycle permanent-magnet electric motor powered by a 94 kW lithium-ion battery pack. This utilizes PowerSplit electronic CVT transmission. As a result, the Maverick delivers unheard-of fuel economy numbers for a pickup truck. It also allows the Maverick to deliver up to 191 total horsepower. In addition, the Maverick’s powertrain provides an incredible 173 lb-ft of torque.

For those who prefer a more conventional engine, the Maverick is available with a 2.0-liter EcoBoost Turbo I-4 gas engine. This comes paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, making the engine capable of providing up to 250 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque.

One thing to keep in mind when choosing your used Maverick has to do with the drivetrain. The Maverick has a standard front-wheel drivetrain. However, models that are equipped with the 2.0-liter conventional gas engine have also been offered with available Intelligent all-wheel drive. So, if you want to have an all-wheel drivetrain on your Maverick, you are not going to be able to get one with the hybrid powertrain.

A Maverick That Isn’t Very Thirsty

If you decide on a used Maverick, you won’t have to worry about fuel economy. No matter which powertrain you choose, you will be getting a truck that consumes gasoline more like a subcompact commuter car than a pickup. The 2022 Maverick with the hybrid powertrain gets a stunning 37 MPG combined, including an astounding 42 MPG in city driving. This is why the Maverick is great for a contractor who needs to do odd jobs around their town. It also makes a fun ride for someone new to trucking who wants something easy to handle and also easy on the wallet.

If you decide to go with the conventional gas engine combination on your used Maverick, you will still get really solid fuel economy numbers. The Maverick with the 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine and front-wheel drive provides 26 MPG combined, while choosing available all-wheel drive reduces these numbers slightly to 25 combined MPG.

A Maverick That Breaks the Mold for Small Trucks

Shakespeare once wrote of a diminutive character that may be small, but she is fierce. The Bard could have been writing about the Ford Maverick. Despite its compact size, the Maverick delivers the capabilities of a much larger truck. Your used Ford Maverick comes with a standard 54.4-inch payload bed. This has the capacity to hold up to 33.3 cubic feet of cargo, with a maximum payload weight of 1,500 pounds. This is plenty of room for your next home improvement project or landscaping materials.

As for trailering enthusiasts, a used Ford Maverick will not disappoint. You can tow up to 2,000 pounds with the standard hybrid powertrain. If you want more capacity, you can spring for the 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine, which gives you the ability to tow up to 4,000 pounds. The Maverick is strong and fierce indeed!

A Safe and Roomy Ride for the Whole Crew

Ford has equipped each Maverick with a standard crew cab. This allows you to bring along your entire crew. The Maverick has over 100 cubic feet of passenger space, including 35.9 inches of legroom in the back row, so everyone can stretch out and get comfortable. You can keep your passengers entertained with the standard Ford infotainment system on an eight-inch touchscreen. This features a six-speaker stereo system, as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, to keep you and your passengers better connected.

The Maverick may be different, but it still ensures that you and your passengers are safe no matter where you go. This is because the Maverick features standard Ford Co-Pilot360 technology. This is a suite of driver assistance features that make the Maverick safer to operate. For example, the standard Rear View Camera makes backing out of a space or hitching a trailer safer and easier.

The Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking system will detect an imminent front-end crash. It will alert you so you can take evasive action. It will also engage the emergency brakes to bring your Maverick to a safe stop or reduce the impact of a crash if a collision is unavoidable. It even can detect pedestrians, helping you avoid accidentally hitting anyone while driving your Maverick.

The Maverick also features Auto High-Beam. These will automatically turn on the Maverick’s high-beam headlights when you enter an area of low light. These will automatically turn off as soon as you enter an area with better lighting. They will also turn off when the system detects another motorist in order to avoid distracting or blinding them. The Auto High-Beams take care of the lighting so you can better focus on your driving at night.

A Used Ford Maverick Is a Great Little Pickup Truck for You

If you are looking for a great little pickup, then a used Ford Maverick is the right truck for you. It has amazing fuel economy, a choice of two great engines, and plenty of room for up to five passengers. In addition, it can handle many of the towing and hauling tasks you need to get done, whether you’re driving the Maverick for work or fun. Best of all, buying a used Maverick gets you this amazing little truck at an even more affordable price than the already great price offered by Ford for a new one. Come in today and drive out with the Maverick, the Ford truck that helps you stand out from the crowd.