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Perfect Size

Great little truck that's a small suv alternative

Scratches the itch and fills a niche

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You asked for it, you got it: For 2025, Ford will finally let you pair the Maverick's hybrid powertrain with all-wheel drive. But that's not the only update that'll make the 2025 Ford Maverick more appealing to potential lil' truck buyers. Better style and a lot more tech join this pickup's roster, too.

Hybrid AWD — finally

Ford says this is the No. 1 thing customers had been asking for ever since the Maverick launched in 2021. The Maverick Hybrid AWD uses the same gasoline-electric powertrain as before, made up of a 2.5-liter hybrid inline-four and a continuously variable transmission, producing 191 horsepower and 155 lb-ft of torque. But while the front-wheel-drive Maverick Hybrid is expected to return 42 mpg city, adding all-wheel drive lowers that number slightly to a still impressive 40 mpg.

You can get the hybrid/AWD combo on the Maverick's base XL, XLT and Lariat trim levels; it isn't an option on the Tremor. Towing is rated at 2,000 pounds, or 4,000 pounds if you spec the 4K Towing package. Opting for all-wheel drive does reduce payload capacity slightly, though, to 1,400 pounds, compared to 1,500 pounds with front-wheel drive.

Need more power? Ford will still offer the Maverick with a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four and an eight-speed automatic transmission. This combo is paired exclusively with all-wheel drive and is good for 238 hp and 277 lb-ft of torque. If you want the off-road-focused Maverick Tremor, you're locked into this powertrain. And if you think adding the 2.0T will bring towing/hauling benefits, think again. The EcoBoost engine has the same 2,000-pound/4,000-pound tow and 1,500-pound payload ratings.

Tremor's its own trim now

Previously just an option package, Ford decided to make the Tremor a new top-of-the-line trim on the Maverick. It's positioned above the Lariat and includes all of the off-road goodies from the previous Tremor, like all-terrain tires and unique damper tuning. It's also got a 360-degree camera system, which seems a little silly on a truck as small as a Maverick, but when you're off-roading, every bit of visibility helps.

The one downside? It's not as useful as other Mavericks. Payload takes a small hit — the Tremor can only haul 1,140 pounds in its bed — and the 4K Towing package isn't available either.

Better tech is standard

Every new Maverick comes standard with a 13.2-inch multimedia screen running Ford's Sync 4 infotainment suite, and there's an 8-inch digital instrument cluster, too. A 360-degree camera system is available on higher trim levels, and both wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.

On the driver assistance front, the Lariat and Tremor trims have full-speed adaptive cruise control, lane centering and traffic sign recognition. That's in addition to things carried over from the current Maverick, like lane keeping assistance, a rearview camera, automatic headlights and automatic emergency braking.

Little truck, little tweaks

The overall size and shape of the Ford Maverick haven't changed for 2025, which is fine, since that's what we like best about this lil' pickup. Instead, it just looks fresher. The headlights are slimmer, there are some great new colors (that Eruption Green!), and some sharp new wheel options join the lineup, including 19-inch options on the Lariat.

Inside, there are some interesting color and material combinations, including dark blue trim, Grabber Blue accents, and a premium-looking Smoke Truffle theme with bronze trim that's exclusive to the Lariat. Inside and out, this is a really nice-looking truck.

How much does the 2025 Ford Maverick cost?

Unfortunately, 2025 Maverick pricing is a far cry from the original $21,490 MSRP Ford announced when the truck first went on sale. Now, you're looking at a base price of $27,890, including $1,595 for destination, for a front-wheel-drive Maverick XL Hybrid. Adding all-wheel drive to the hybrid trim levels costs $2,220. And, in fact, the XL is the only trim level you can get for less than $30,000.

Here's a full pricing breakdown:

• Maverick XL Hybrid FWD: $27,890
• Maverick XLT Hybrid FWD: $30,390
• Maverick Lariat EcoBoost AWD: $37,130
• Maverick Lariat Hybrid AWD: $38,330
• Lariat Tremor EcoBoost AWD: $41,390

The 2025 Ford Maverick could be a great fit as a delivery vehicle, a light-duty worksite mule or an economical daily driver with way more utility than an SUV. After all, what's the point of going for a larger and more expensive truck if you don't need all of its capabilities? 

Full-size pickup trucks have grown significantly in the last decade, leaving a void for people who perhaps don't need something quite that large. In 2019 Ford reintroduced the midsize Ranger pickup after an eight-year absence and debuted the even smaller compact Maverick in 2022. We expect the 2025 Ford Maverick to show up with some minor feature updates and additions, though spy shots point to a street-performance variant in the works that could be called the Lobo. We don't know whether that might materialize for 2025.

Edmunds spotlight: Light-duty and priced right

The compact Ford Maverick is obviously not as utilitarian as its larger pickup siblings, but it can still handle plenty of truck duties. The bed is wide enough to hold a 4-foot sheet of plywood or drywall, but 8-foot lengths will extend past the tailgate by several feet. Towing maxes out at 4,000 pounds, so you can easily pull smaller trailers. As the smallest Ford pickup, it's also the most affordable and the savings won't end when you buy one. The hybrid model will save you at the pump with its miserly fuel economy.

Competitors to consider

The only direct competitor to the Maverick is the Hyundai Santa Cruz, which has similar capabilities but distinguishes itself with more of an SUV personality inside and out. The Santa Cruz can tow 1,000 pounds more than the Maverick, but the lack of a trailer brake controller evens the playing field. Toyota unveiled an all-electric small truck called the EPU, but it's unclear if or when it might go into production. If it suits your needs, the Maverick can also be an alternative to larger midsize trucks.