Ford Maverick (2022)

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Ford Maverick (P758)
2022 Ford Maverick XLT AWD, Front Right, 10-10-2021.jpg
Overview
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Production2021–present
Model years2022–present
AssemblyMexico: Hermosillo, Sonora (Hermosillo Stamping and Assembly)
Body and chassis
ClassCompact pickup truck
Body style4-door pickup truck
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
Front-engine, all-wheel-drive (turbo only)
PlatformFord C2[1]
RelatedFord Bronco Sport[2]
Ford Escape[2]
Ford Focus
Lincoln Corsair
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor88 kW (120 PS; 118 hp) permanent-magnet synchronous AC (hybrid)
Transmissione-CVT (hybrid)
8-speed automatic (turbo)
Battery1.1-kwh lithium-ion (hybrid)
Dimensions
Wheelbase121.1 in (3,076 mm)
Length199.7 in (5,072 mm)
Width72.6 in (1,844 mm)
Height68.7 in (1,745 mm)
Curb weight3,674 lb (1,666 kg)

The Ford Maverick is a compact pickup truck produced by the Ford Motor Company. It was unveiled on June 8, 2021, as the smallest truck marketed by the company.[3] The Maverick is based on a front-wheel drive-based unibody platform shared with the Ford Escape and Bronco Sport, and offered with a hybrid powertrain as standard and a conventional turbo engine as an option.[2] It went on sale in late 2021 for the 2022 model year.[4]

History[]

Ford first announced plans to launch a compact pickup truck based on Ford's C2 platform used by the Ford Focus in January 2019,[5] simultaneously with the appearance of the first pre-production prototypes. In July 2020, a photo of the tailgate was leaked from the production plants, confirming at the same time that the truck will receive the name Ford Maverick, which was once used for a compact car in the 1970s.[6] However, Ford explained in an interview that the truck was not named after the 1970s compact car, but rather because they thought the "Maverick" name would resonate well with younger customers with more active lifestyles.[7]

The Maverick will be produced at the Hermosillo Stamping and Assembly in Mexico alongside the Bronco Sport for both the North and South American auto markets.[8][9] Production commenced on September 2, 2021.[10]

In January 2022, Ford took the unusual step of suspending customer orders due to a backlog in producing the vehicle. The company told dealers it intended to resume taking orders for the 2023 model later in the year. The strong demand for the Maverick was said to indicate consumer support for a more affordable pickup truck.[11]

Trim levels[]

2022 Ford Maverick XLT AWD
Rear view (XLT)

The Maverick is available in three trim levels: XL, XLT, and Lariat, with a limited-production First Edition model also being available at launch based on the Lariat trim. Standard equipment on all models include touchscreen infotainment system with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration and an integrated FordPass 4G LTE capability, power windows, door locks, air conditioning, and a multifunction steering wheel. Optional equipment (depending upon trim level) includes a Bang and Olufsen premium eight-speaker audio system with an amplifier, a keyless access and entry system, a remote vehicle starter system, a trailer-tow package, traction control, cruise control, a manual sliding rear window, airbags, SiriusXM satellite radio, and the Ford CoPilot360 suite of driver-assistance technologies.

The 2.5-liter Duratec four-cylinder gasoline engine with a hybrid electric motor produces a combined 191 hp (194 PS; 142 kW) and a peak electric torque of 173 lb⋅ft (235 N⋅m; 23.9 kg⋅m).[12] The hybrid engine and an e-CVT gearbox are standard equipment on all Maverick models, while the 2.0-liter EcoBoost turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine is optional. The turbo engine produces 250 hp (253 PS; 186 kW) and 277 lb⋅ft (376 N⋅m; 38.3 kg⋅m) of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. All Maverick models uses a rotary knob gear selector located in the center console. Front-wheel drive is standard on all models, with all-wheel drive optional only for the EcoBoost variants.

The Maverick can tow 2,000 lb (910 kg) standard with an optional upgrade to 4,000 lb (1,800 kg) when equipped with the EcoBoost with all-wheel-drive and the 4K Tow Package which includes more robust cooling for the engine and transmission, a trailer brake controller and lower axle gear ratios.[13]

Sales[]

Year U.S.[14] Mexico
2021 13,258 847[15]

References[]

  1. ^ Seabaugh, Christian (June 8, 2021). "The 2022 Ford Maverick Is a Truly Compact Pickup Truck That Serves Up Big MPG". MotorTrend. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
  2. ^ a b c Evans, Brett T. (June 8, 2021). "2022 Ford Maverick Compact Truck Revealed: 40 MPG From $19,995". Motor1.com. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
  3. ^ Hoffman, Connor (June 8, 2021). "2022 Ford Maverick Arrives as a Hybrid Compact Pickup". Car and Driver. Retrieved June 8, 2021.
  4. ^ Bruce, Chris (March 15, 2021). "Ford Maverick Spied Looking Adorable Next To F-150". Motor1.com. Retrieved May 15, 2021.
  5. ^ "Jim Farley Confirms Ford Compact Pickup is Coming". The News Wheel. January 22, 2019. Retrieved September 26, 2020.
  6. ^ Teague, Chris (July 21, 2020). "Ford Maverick Compact Pickup Truck Tailgate Leaked". The Drive. Retrieved September 26, 2020.
  7. ^ Glon, Ronan (August 28, 2021). "Ford explains it didn't name the Maverick after the 1970s compact car". Autoblog. Retrieved October 6, 2021.
  8. ^ Bruce, Chris (January 23, 2019). "Ford Announces Compact Pickup Truck To Slot Below Ranger". Retrieved September 26, 2020.
  9. ^ Bigg, Martin (September 23, 2020). "New Ford Maverick Will Be Much Smaller Than The Ranger". Retrieved September 26, 2020.
  10. ^ Miranda, Jonathan (September 2, 2021). "Ford Maverick arranca producción en México". Autocosmos México (in Mexican Spanish). Retrieved September 3, 2021.
  11. ^ Colias, Mike (January 24, 2022). "Ford Shuts Off Orders for New $20,000 Maverick Pickup". Wall Street Journal. ISSN 0099-9660. Retrieved January 24, 2022.
  12. ^ "2022 Ford Maverick Tech Specs" (PDF). Ford.com. Ford Motor Company. Retrieved November 8, 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  13. ^ Gonderman, Jason (October 5, 2021). "Towing Heavy With the New 2022 Ford Maverick". MotorTrend. Retrieved October 17, 2021.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  14. ^ "Ford Maverick US car sales figures". carsalesbase.com. Retrieved January 11, 2022.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  15. ^ García, Gerardo (January 8, 2022). "Los 379 autos más vendidos de México en 2021: la lista completa del ranking de ventas". Motorpasión México (in Spanish). Retrieved January 11, 2022.

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