2026 Ford Maverick® in Southeast Michigan
Compact pickup buyers in Southeast Michigan have a value entry under $30,000 in the 2026 Ford Maverick®, and a lineup that climbs to a performance-tuned Lobo™ named the 2026 North American Truck of the Year™. Five trims cover the range, with hybrid efficiency up to an EPA-estimated 42 city MPG and towing up to 4,000 pounds with the right equipment.
- Overview
- Who It's For
- Trim Lineup
- Towing & Hauling
- Fuel Economy
- Technology & Safety
- Pricing
- How to Buy
- Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 2026 Ford Maverick®?
The 2026 Ford Maverick® is a compact, four-door, unibody pickup with a SuperCrew cab, a 121.1-inch wheelbase, and seating for five. It pairs a standard 2.5L hybrid powertrain with a real pickup bed, and across the five-trim lineup you can choose front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, or Advanced 4-Wheel Drive depending on configuration. The lineup runs from the XL and XLT through the performance-tuned Lobo™, the comfort-focused Lariat®, and the off-road Tremor®. The broader Ford new-vehicle lineup is covered on the Ford Model Research page.
Who is the 2026 Ford Maverick® built for?
The 2026 Maverick® fits three buyers cleanly. The first is the daily commuter who wants a truck without truck running costs, and the standard hybrid front-wheel drive at 42 city MPG handles that. The second is the weekend hauler who needs a real bed and 2,000 to 4,000 pounds of towing for projects, moves, and cargo runs without stepping up to a full-size truck. The third is the first-time truck buyer who wants pickup utility on a compact footprint that parks in a normal garage and a normal driveway. The Lobo™ and Tremor® expand the audience on either end: the Lobo™ for drivers who want a sport-tuned compact, and the Tremor® for drivers who take dirt roads and trails seriously.
What trims are available for the 2026 Ford Maverick®?
The 2026 Maverick® comes in five trims: XL, XLT, Lobo™, Lariat®, and Tremor®. The XL and XLT are the value entry points with the standard 2.5L hybrid. The Lobo™ is the performance trim and the 2026 North American Truck of the Year™. The Lariat® is the comfort and feature flagship. The Tremor® is the off-road build with Advanced 4-Wheel Drive.
| Trim | Starting MSRP | Standard Powertrain | Standard Drivetrain | Defining Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maverick® XL | High-$20Ks | 2.5L Hybrid | Front-Wheel Drive | Value entry; standard hybrid efficiency |
| Maverick® XLT | Low-$30Ks | 2.5L Hybrid | Front-Wheel Drive | Push-button start, 2K trailer hitch, available FX4® Off-Road Package |
| Maverick Lobo™ | Mid-$30Ks | 2.0L EcoBoost® | Advanced 4-Wheel Drive | Performance-tuned, 2026 North American Truck of the Year™ |
| Maverick® Lariat® | High-$30Ks | 2.5L Hybrid | All-Wheel Drive | Comfort and feature flagship |
| Maverick® Tremor® | Low-$40Ks | 2.0L EcoBoost® | Advanced 4-Wheel Drive | Off-road specialist; 9.1-inch ground clearance |
To see how the trims look across colors and configurations, the Ford Virtual Showroom is the next stop.
Maverick® XL and XLT
The XL and XLT keep the 2.5L hybrid front and center. Both run front-wheel drive standard, with all-wheel drive and the available 2.0L EcoBoost® on the build menu when capability matters more than economy. The XL is the value entry point. The XLT layers in push-button start, a 2K trailer hitch, the available FX4® Off-Road Package, and the available XLT Luxury Package.
Maverick Lobo™
The Lobo™ is built for road performance, not work-truck duty. Its 2.0L EcoBoost® pairs with a 7-speed quick shift transmission and a torque vectoring twin-clutch rear drive unit. The performance-tuned suspension and 19-inch turbofan-styled wheels finish the package. The Lobo™ was named the 2026 North American Truck of the Year™.
Maverick® Lariat®
The Lariat® brings the comfort end of the lineup. Heated seats, an 8-way power driver's seat, the B&O sound system by Bang & Olufsen, and Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist 2.0 are all standard. The Lariat® pairs the standard 2.5L hybrid with all-wheel drive.
Maverick® Tremor®
The Tremor® is the off-road build. A 30.8-degree approach angle, 9.1 inches of ground clearance, and Trail Control™ with Trail 1-Pedal Drive give it real off-road authority. The 17-inch machined-face aluminum wheels with orange-painted pockets tell you what you're looking at from across the lot.
How much can the 2026 Ford Maverick® tow and haul?
The 2026 Maverick® tows up to 4,000 pounds on the XL, XLT, and Lariat® with the available 4K Tow Package, and 2,000 pounds without it. The Lobo™ and Tremor® are rated at 2,000 pounds. Maximum payload reaches 1,500 pounds on the standard hybrid front-wheel drive and on most EcoBoost® configurations.
Every Maverick® has the same 33.3-cubic-foot cargo box, with 54.4 inches of length at the floor and 53.3 inches of exposed width. The FLEXBED® Storage System sits in every trim, with built-in rails, integrated tie-down points (six on the XL, ten on every other trim), and two pre-wired 12-volt leads in the bed for accessories or work tools. Pro Trailer Hitch Assist™ and Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ both come standard on the Lariat® and Tremor® and are available on the Lobo™. It earns its "help-friends-move" nickname on weekend errands as easily as it does on a job site.
What is the 2026 Ford Maverick®'s fuel economy?
The 2026 Maverick® returns an EPA-estimated 42 city, 35 highway, and 38 combined MPG with the standard 2.5L hybrid front-wheel drive. The hybrid all-wheel drive runs 40/34/37 on the XL and XLT and 39/32/36 on the Lariat®. The 2.0L EcoBoost® returns roughly 23/32/26 with front-wheel drive and 22/30/25 with all-wheel drive.
| Powertrain | Drivetrain | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L Hybrid | FWD | 42 | 35 | 38 |
| 2.5L Hybrid (XL, XLT) | AWD | 40 | 34 | 37 |
| 2.5L Hybrid (Lariat®) | AWD | 39 | 32 | 36 |
| 2.0L EcoBoost® | FWD | 23 | 32 | 26 |
| 2.0L EcoBoost® (XL, XLT, Lariat®) | AWD | 22 | 30 | 25 |
| 2.0L EcoBoost® (Lobo™) | Advanced 4WD | 21 | 30 | 24 |
| 2.0L EcoBoost® (Tremor®) | Advanced 4WD | 21 | 27 | 23 |
The hybrid runs a 13.8-gallon tank; the EcoBoost® runs 16.5. That gap matters for daily driving range, and it's worth thinking about alongside the city-MPG difference when commuting in Macomb County is the truck's main job. The Lobo™ and Tremor® sit at the bottom of the MPG table for a reason: their performance-tuned and off-road builds are not chasing efficiency, and that trade-off is intentional. The Maverick® is one of several hybrid options in the new-vehicle lineup at Dorian Ford.
What technology and safety features come with the 2026 Maverick®?
Every 2026 Maverick® includes standard infotainment and standard active safety. The 13.2-inch center display runs SYNC® 4 with enhanced voice recognition, and the 8-inch digital cluster shows trip and vehicle data. Pre-Collision Assist® with Automatic Emergency Braking, lane-keeping, and post-collision braking are universal across the lineup, along with auto LED high-beams and a rear-view camera.
The Lariat® and Tremor® step the audio up to a B&O sound system by Bang & Olufsen with eight speakers and a subwoofer. That system is also available on the Lobo™. SiriusXM® with 360L is included on a 3-year plan, and the Ford Connectivity Package is included for one year on every trim with a multi-year option available.
Driver-assist technology scales with trim. Ford Co-Pilot360® is standard on the Lobo™ and available on the XL and XLT. Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist 2.0 is standard on the Lariat® and Tremor® and available on the Lobo™. Adaptive cruise control and the 360-degree camera follow the same pattern, both standard on the Lariat® and Tremor® and available on the Lobo™.
Pro Power Onboard™ at 400 watts gives the Maverick® a working set of bed-and-cab outlets for tools, lights, or campsite gear. It's available on the XLT and Lobo™ and standard on the Lariat® and Tremor®.
What does the 2026 Ford Maverick® cost in Michigan?
The 2026 Maverick® lineup runs from around $28,000 for the XL to roughly $41,000 for the Tremor®. The XLT begins near $31,000, the Lobo™ starts in the neighborhood of $36,000, and the Lariat® opens at about $38,000. Final pricing depends on configuration, destination charge, taxes, registration, and any current Specials or eligibility programs.
Lease and finance Specials change month to month at Dorian Ford. Both pages below show whatever 2026 Maverick® offer is in market right now, if one is running.
A/X/Z Plan pricing is available to eligible Ford Motor Company employees, retirees, and partner-company employees through a long-running Ford program. Eligibility details and qualification rules are on the A/X/Z Plan page. Military, college student and graduate, and first responder programs are documented on their own eligibility pages, and profit-sharing offers run periodically for eligible Ford Motor Company employees. Each program has its own qualification rules, and we walk through eligibility with you in person before any offer is finalized.
How do I buy or lease a 2026 Ford Maverick® at Dorian Ford?
Three paths lead to a 2026 Maverick® at Dorian Ford: shop our in-stock inventory, custom-order a specific configuration, or schedule a test drive first.
Pre-approval at Dorian Ford is a soft credit pull, so it doesn't affect your score. Running the numbers ahead of time gives you a realistic picture before any paperwork starts.
Get Pre-Approved
If the configuration you want isn't on the lot, the Ford build tool puts
together a custom order to your spec.
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Test drives are scheduled in advance, so the specific Maverick® you want to drive
is ready when you arrive.
Schedule a Test Drive
Trade evaluations can be handled online for a starting estimate or in person for
a final number.
Trade-In Value
Dorian Ford has been family-owned and operated on Gratiot Avenue since 1964, and
the goal on every 2026 Maverick® we sell is the same one we've held since: help
you get so much more for so much less, with no pressure on any step.
What else should I know about the 2026 Ford Maverick®?
The questions below cover details shoppers often want to confirm before choosing a trim or scheduling a test drive at Dorian Ford.
The hybrid suits drivers who prioritize fuel economy and lower running costs; the 2.0L EcoBoost® suits drivers who want stronger acceleration and higher power output. The 2.5L hybrid produces 184 horsepower combined and pairs with an electronic CVT, while the 2.0L EcoBoost® makes 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque with an 8-speed automatic on most trims. Both are available with all-wheel drive on the XL, XLT, and Lariat®.
The hybrid version is built in Chihuahua, Mexico. The 2.0L EcoBoost® version is built in Dearborn, Michigan.
A power moonroof is available as an option on the XLT, Lobo™, Lariat®, and Tremor®. The XL is the only trim without the moonroof option.
The available FX4® Off-Road Package adds upgraded suspension, skid plates, and ground-gripping all-terrain tires. It's offered on the XLT and Lariat®.
A mini spare tire is standard on hybrid front-wheel-drive Mavericks. A full-size 17-inch spare comes with the available 4K Tow Package or FX4® Off-Road Package and is standard on the Tremor®. Other configurations come with a tire inflator and sealant kit or a tire mobility kit, depending on trim and powertrain.
The 2026 Maverick® is automatic-only across the lineup. The 2.5L hybrid uses a power-split electronic CVT. The 2.0L EcoBoost® uses an 8-speed automatic on most trims and a 7-speed quick shift transmission with paddle shifters on the Lobo™.
The 2026 Maverick® carries a 3-year, 36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 5-year, 60,000-mile powertrain warranty. Roadside assistance runs 5 years or 60,000 miles, and corrosion perforation coverage runs 5 years with unlimited mileage.
Second-row legroom is 35.9 inches on hybrid Maverick® configurations and 36.9 inches on 2.0L EcoBoost® configurations, including the Lobo™ and Tremor®. Front legroom is 42.8 inches across every trim.
Yes. Three tonneau cover styles are offered: a soft folding cover, a hard trifold cover, and a hard rollup cover. All three are available on every trim.
The Maverick® has a 40-foot curb-to-curb turning circle. That figure is consistent across all five trims of the 2026 Maverick® lineup at Dorian Ford.
