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2024 Ford Maverick Review: Pricing, Drivetrains, and Quality Insights

2024 Ford Maverick Review: Pricing, Drivetrains, and Quality Insights
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In this review, Savagegeese delves into the 2024 Ford Maverick, a truck that's been making waves with its affordable pricing and versatile drivetrain options. Starting at under $20,000, the Maverick offers a choice between a 2 L Ecoboost engine and a 2.5 L Hybrid setup, each catering to different needs. The Hybrid, with its excellent fuel economy, seems to be the practical choice for most, while the Ecoboost boasts more power, making it suitable for towing heavier loads of up to 4,000 lb. Trim levels like XL, XLT, and Lariat, along with packages such as the Tremor, provide customization options to suit various preferences.

Savagegeese highlights the running costs associated with the Maverick, covering essentials like tires, brakes, CVTs, and struts. While the 2 L Ecoboost engine is known for its reliability and tunability, the 2.5 Hybrid CVT has faced some issues, particularly related to recalls like the fuel vapor problem leading to engine fires. Despite these concerns, the Maverick manages to strike a balance between utility and charm, especially in the XLT Hybrid variant. However, recent price hikes to around $32,000 may raise the bar for expectations in terms of reliability and quality.

The review also touches upon Ford's ongoing struggles with quality control in manufacturing, shedding light on the Maverick's appeal and practicality. While the Maverick shines in terms of utility, individuals seeking an economical daily driver might find better alternatives like the Civic Sport Hatch. Savagegeese's assessment underlines the dilemma potential buyers face due to Ford's lingering reliability issues, despite the Maverick's allure.

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