It wasn’t long ago that small trucks were dropping like flies as the bigger is better philosophy led to half-ton madness. But driving around an F-150 on a daily basis can get old – and expensive – pretty fast if you’re using it as a car replacement. Even the Ranger may be more truck than you need. So in comes the Maverick with its 4.5’ bed, car-like ride and a starting MSRP of $21,490.
A 42mpg highway hybrid powertrain and 2-wheel drive are standard but the truck you’re looking at here has the gas-only 2.0-liter turbo and checks in at $35,320. That’s because this is the highest level Lariat trim with the Luxury Package.
Alto Blue is an upcharge color, the black wheels are optional and the hard tri-fold tonneau cover is the most expensive one Ford offers.
So while the base model is a best buy for the shopper interested in say a second vehicle for weekend errands this one with all of the creature comforts and driver assistance features is designed to be your only vehicle and driven every day.
So if your ego is writing checks your budget can’t cash, maybe it’s time for a small truck. And if so the Maverick is exceptionally well done.
For TestDriveNow car critic Steve Hammes’ complete video review & test drive of the Ford Maverick go HERE.
[vc_message message_box_style=”solid-icon” message_box_color=”blue”]By TestDriveNow Car Critic Steve Hammes for SouthFloridaReporter.com, Feb. 20, 2022
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