It has not been around for very long, but the Ford Maverick has already become one of our favorite trucks and an excellent option for a wide range of drivers. If you are looking for a small truck with big power and capability, plus impressive tech features inside and out, then you owe it to yourself to check out the 2025 Ford Maverick and see everything it can do. For starters, just the fact that Ford once again has a compact truck in its lineup is enough to make us quite happy since it means more options for folks who enjoy great pickups. Although we love the power of the F-150 and the adventurous spirit of the Ranger, having another choice that fits into even the most downsized lifestyle is terrific.
As a compact truck, this beauty is certainly smaller than the F-150 and cannot match its capability, but we have a lot of customers who are surprised when they realize just how much this pickup can do. Ford put an impressive 2.0L turbocharged engine in this compact beast that delivers 238 hp and 275 lb-ft of torque, ensuring it has the muscle to go anywhere you need it to. There is also a hybrid engine available for impressive performance and driving range between stops for gas, which is now offered with all-wheel drive (AWD) for an innovative experience. If bold performance is what you are after, then check out the Lobo model with its specially-tuned steering and brakes, plus a track-only Lobo Mode engineered to take your drive further.
Despite a size that lets it fit into just about any parking spot you find, the Maverick still has plenty of muscle to help you get your job done or enjoy a day off. It can handle up to 4,000 lbs of towing capacity and offers a 1,500 lbs payload rating, ensuring you can load up with everything you need before you hit the road. If you are looking for an adventurous truck, then Ford has created something you need to check out, particularly the off-road-focused Tremor model. With a Ford Maverick Tremor, you get a small truck that offers fantastic maneuverability and control out on the trail, making it a fantastic choice overall. Combine that with the fact the Maverick is getting a facelift and updates for the 2025 model, and you have something truly special.
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Getting everything you need from your next truck is important, which means not missing out on anything or skipping vital features just to chase a particular model. Ford understands this well, which is why you find such impressive engines and robust capabilities in all of their trucks. You should not have to pick a full-size model just to get the kind of power or towing that you need if a compact option like the Maverick would better suit you. Fortunately, you do not have to make such a sacrifice since this truck is built to be the perfect pickup for work and play alike.
For starters, you have a standard 2.0L EcoBoost turbocharged I-4 engine that delivers an impressive 238 hp and 275 lb-ft of torque. This beauty comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission for a smooth and responsive driving experience designed to enhance your time on the road each day. If you are looking for something different, then there is an available 2.5L I-4 hybrid engine that combines a traditional gas engine with a small battery-powered motor to enhance performance and efficiency. This one is the way to go if you want a truck that you can drive each day with fewer stops for gas, letting you focus on enjoying the road longer.
One thing we love about the design of the Ford Maverick is that both engines provide you with impressive capability and performance. You get 1,500 lbs of payload capacity with the Maverick no matter which engine you choose; similarly, both engines let the Maverick handle 2,000 lbs of towing with a standard setup. If you choose the available Tow package, however, then the Maverick can haul 4,000 lbs behind it, giving you extra muscle for whatever you need. This means you can choose the engine you prefer the feel of and still get remarkable capability.
We have been fans of the Maverick since it first hit the road a few years ago, but we are particularly excited for the 2025 model because Ford is giving it a light refresh. You can see this the moment you check out the 2025 Maverick and look at it beside those models that have come before. For starters, there is a redesigned front grille and bumper that goes along with new wheel designs to give the Maverick a bold new aesthetic. This is combined with darkened headlight covers that add a subtle touch of strength that pops nicely with what is on offer.
Perhaps the most important update for 2025 is that AWD is now available with both engines, including the hybrid—it was previously limited to the standard engine. This gives you more options for how you configure your Ford Maverick, and it makes it easier to get something that meets all of your needs. From what we have seen, it seems Ford is also enhancing the standard suite of driver assistance features on the Maverick to include things like Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering driver assist systems, ensuring you stay safer on the road. The 2025 Maverick also gains a new track-ready option in its performance-focused Lobo trim.
Inside, Ford has given the Maverick some styling and feature updates, ensuring it provides a better driving experience than ever before. For starters, there are some new color options for the interior, which look stunning and go well with the new exterior details. Perhaps most importantly, a stunning 13.2-inch Infotainment display replaces what was offered last year, along with support for wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to make using it easier. Combine this with a spacious interior plus remarkable features like the standard multi-position tailgate, and you will have a truck that is ready for anything.
Since it first hit the road, the Maverick has been a great truck with excellent options and trim levels available. For 2025, however, things are getting even better, and alongside the XL, XLT, and Lariat models, you have two other remarkable trims to consider. The first is the Tremor, a Maverick model designed to enhance performance and capabilities when you go off-road. This is the one for you if you have a taste for adventure and like leaving the city behind to enjoy everything the great outdoors has to offer. The Tremor gives you large tires with aggressive off-road tread, impressive AWD performance, and more to enhance your experience on the trail.
If you are looking for a truck with enhanced performance in the city, then you need to check out the new Lobo trim Ford is introducing for the 2025 Maverick. The Lobo is designed to stand out from other trucks on the road, giving you impressive handling and a driving experience beyond other Maverick models. It features special performance-tuned steering and brakes along with a seven-speed automatic transmission (rather than the standard eight-speed), plus paddle shifters on the steering wheel to keep you in control at all times.
To go along with this enhanced performance, the Lobo has a lowered right height, plus springs and shocks that have been tuned for a more aggressive ride. Distinct wheels, a bold grille, and other unique details ensure the Lobo stands out from other Maverick models, along with impressive interior styling. Finally, there is even a track-only Lobo Mode designed and engineered to give you the experience you want if you take your truck onto a track. We have seen nothing else out there quite like this, and it shows how well Ford can push the envelope.