Owners give this generation Ford Maverick (2021-current) a 4.3 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 71% recommend it. These figures are based on 45 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2026 Ford Maverick
"A solid choice"
"I’ve had my Lariat for 6 months now and I am happy with it. Although the entry models are very well priced for a brand new vehicle, I chose the Lariat without any upgrade packages as the XL & XLT do not have the current “luxuries” that most would consider standard in a new vehicle. (Push start, dash screen, “leather” seats) The Maverick is the perfect vehicle to suit work and everyday life without breaking the bank. Pros: well priced, well designed interior with ample storage, good on gas, comfortable seats, strong engine, great handling and overall feel without the overbearing ride and size of a truck. Cons: engine auto stop/start cannot be permanently disengaged, sync/bluetooth system can be glitchy on occasion, wind noise at highway speed is noticeable, adding extras to your build can get very pricey."
"If you miss the Ford Rangers from the 90's"
"It took me a year, but this past summer my Ford Maverick finally came in. I got the XLT trim with only 2 options, the Blind Spot and the 2.0 Eco Boost engine for more power. So far, it has been a great truck. If I watch my rpm.s, in the econ mode I get 30 mpg around town and on the hwy. The only issue so far is a clicking type rattle in my dash that only happens on certain slow bumps in my neighborhood, once I am on the highway it goes away. Strange. Anyway, if you miss the Ford Rangers from the 90s, this truck reminds me of a 1996 Ranger I used to have back then. It is a very solid truck, loads of room in the cabin, great bed to work with, and since it is front wheel drive I am looking fwd to seeing how it does in the snow this winter. If you order one, get the Lariat, for a few thousand more it is worth it. Hope this review helps ! PS, I was thinking of ordering a 2023 Ford Bronco 2 door, but when I sat in one at a local car show, I realized my Maverick was much more roomier and comfortable than the full size Bronco. I will stick with my Maverick !"
"2 Maverick Family"
"Reviewed my 22 lariat AWD last year when I’d had it for 2 days gave it a 4 star after owning it 18 months and 29K miles I’d raise my satisfaction rate to 4.7 stars. Great milage averaging 33mpg. Like it so much bought the wife a slightly used 23 lariat hybrid. Like it even better than the AWD after 4K and 1 month ownership averaging 46mpg that’s 75% highway. Pros: mileage on either hybrid or AWD model, ride is not too bad, fells planted to road, adaptive cruise/ lane keep/ aeb braking. Easy to park Cons: no power passenger seat, no fog lights, door pockets are worthless can’t keep travel mug or bottled water in as they won’t fit, ice scraper falls out every time open or close door. no auto dimming rear view mirror, bed leaks with installed cover, not enough room to adjust power seat with door closed. If Ford would fix a few minor things they’d have the perfect truck."
Overall 2026 Ford Maverick Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2026 Ford Maverick is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2026 Ford Maverick quality a 4.2 out of 5.
2026 Ford Maverick Reliability
The 2026 Ford Maverick receives an average consumer rating of 4.3 overall and a 4.1 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2026 Maverick Features
According to drivers of the 2026 Maverick, here are some of its best features:
2026 Maverick XL - city 42 MPG - hwy 35 MPG
2026 Maverick XLT - city 42 MPG - hwy 35 MPG
2026 Maverick Lobo - city 21 MPG - hwy 30 MPG
2026 Maverick Lariat - city 40 MPG - hwy 34 MPG
2026 Maverick Tremor - city 21 MPG - hwy 27 MPG
2026 Ford Maverick Safety Features
Curb Weight | 3674 lbs. | ||
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EPA Passenger | 100.3 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 13.8 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 40.2 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 42.8 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 8.1 inches | ||
Overall Length | 199.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 57.3 inches | ||
Turning Diameter | 40.0 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 121.1 inches | ||
Truck Bed Volume | 33 cu.ft. | ||
Bed Length | 4.50 feet | ||
Width with mirrors | 83.5 inches |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
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Privacy Glass | Available | ||
LED Headlights | Available |
City | 42 mpg | ||
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Highway | 35 mpg | ||
Combined | 38 mpg |
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular |
Horsepower-Combined | 191 @ 5600 RPM | ||
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Torque | 155 @ 4000 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter |
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
In a week of driving, the 2025 Ford Maverick XLT AWD proved a pleasant urban/suburban small truck with an unpretentious cabin.
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