Review and specifications
2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid
The Maverick, based on the Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs, was the first-ever pickup truck to come standard as a hybrid. The base powertrain is a 191-hp hybrid four-cylinder linked to an eCVT and front-wheel drive. The Maverick Hybrid can propel itself on electric power at low speeds, and we saw an excellent 37 mpg overall in our testing. The ride is civilized, and handling is very secure. Maneuverability, access, and visibility are commendable, and the controls are super easy. However, the interior ambience is utilitarian. The bed measures just 4.5 feet long, but it's deep enough to be practical, and the Maverick's small size makes it very easy to access. FCW and AEB with pedestrian detection come standard. BSW and RCTW are available. A 2025 refresh brought a larger center screen and an updated infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The climate controls were moved into the touchscreen. A ll Maverick Hybrids received refreshed styling, with updated headlamps and a redesigned front bumper and grille. All-wheel drive became available, and LDW and LKA became standard.
- Market value
- $22,595
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 5
At a glance
Model data
Overview
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Body style
- crew cab
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Category
- Small pickup trucks
- Generation began
- 2022
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $22,595 - $28,355
Ratings
- Road test score
- 83/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 76%
- Reliability
- 2/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 40 MPG
- EPA highway
- 33 MPG
- EPA combined
- 37 MPG
- Tested city
- 33 MPG
- Tested highway
- 39 MPG
- Tested overall
- 37 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,065
- Cruising range
- 505 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.4 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.3 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 129 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 200 in
- Width
- 78 in
- Height
- 69 in
- Wheelbase
- 121 in
- Weight
- 3,800 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,400 lb
- Towing capacity
- 2,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 6 in
- Front leg room
- 42.5 in
- Rear head room
- 5 in
- Rear leg room
- 27.5 in
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 3/5
- Driving
- 4/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 3/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 7/10
- SmartWay
- Yes
Brand context
About Ford
<p>Ford shifted away from cars this decade, focusing on SUVs and pickup trucks, with the Mustang as the lone exception. Fords are seldom leaders in their segments based on CR’s tests and surveys, but the small Maverick and full-sized F-150 trucks are notable standouts. Some other models score well enough to earn our recommendation, such as the Escape Hybrid and Bronco Sport. The Mustang Mach-E EV is Ford's highest-scoring current model. Overall, Ford's new car reliability is above average, but it varies, so used-car buyers should be mindful to check our ratings. </p><p><br/></p>
Vehicle ID: 25831 First published: November 15, 2022 Updated: June 4, 2026
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