# Ford Maverick specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2026 - **MPG (combined):** 23-38 - **Drive:** 4WD, FWD - **Years covered:** 2022-2026 ## Quick answer The 2026 Ford Maverick is a small pickup rated at 23-38 mpg combined. Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid. ## Every 2026 Ford Maverick version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Maverick HEV FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | FWD | CVT | 42/35 | 38 mpg | $1,750 | 234 g/mi | | Maverick HEV AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | 4WD | CVT | 40/34 | 37 mpg | $1,800 | 241 g/mi | | Maverick Lariat HEV AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | 4WD | CVT | 39/32 | 36 mpg | $1,850 | 248 g/mi | | Maverick FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | Automatic | 23/32 | 26 mpg | $2,600 | 341 g/mi | | Maverick AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | Automatic | 22/30 | 25 mpg | $2,700 | 355 g/mi | | Maverick Lobo AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | Automatic | 21/30 | 24 mpg | $2,800 | 370 g/mi | | Maverick Tremor AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | Automatic | 21/27 | 23 mpg | $2,900 | 386 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Ford Maverick specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic, CVT | 4WD, FWD | 23-38 | | 2025 | 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | CVT, Automatic | 4WD, FWD | 23-38 | | 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic, CVT | AWD, FWD | 21-37 | | 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic, CVT | AWD, FWD | 21-37 | | 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic, CVT | AWD, FWD | 25-37 | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the Maverick changed over the years? - **2025:** 4WD became available; AWD was dropped; combined mpg went from 21-37 to 23-38. - **2023:** combined mpg went from 25-37 to 21-37. ## What does it cost to run a Maverick? The EPA puts the 2026 Ford Maverick's fuel cost at **$1,750-$2,900 a year**, against about $3,125 for other current small pickup: roughly 26% less. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $11,625 in fuel. ## Maverick vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Toyota Tacoma](/vehicles/toyota-tacoma) | Gas, Hybrid | 20-23 mpg | $2,900-$3,350 | Other current small pickup from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What mpg does the 2026 Ford Maverick get? The 2026 Ford Maverick is EPA-rated at 23-38 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load. ### What engine does the 2026 Ford Maverick have? The 2026 Ford Maverick comes with: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid. It uses automatic, cvt transmissions and is offered with 4WD and FWD. ### Is there a hybrid Ford Maverick? Yes. The Ford Maverick has been offered as a hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which. ### Which Ford Maverick year gets the best gas mileage? In the EPA data, the 2026 Ford Maverick has the highest combined rating, up to 38 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Ford Maverick for a year? About $1,750-$2,900 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Ford Maverick? The most efficient 2026 version, the Maverick HEV FWD, is rated 42 mpg city and 35 mpg highway (38 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one. ### How much CO2 does the 2026 Ford Maverick emit? EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 234-386 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe. ### Does the 2026 Ford Maverick come with all-wheel drive? Yes. The 2026 Ford Maverick is offered with 4WD and FWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows. ### Is the Ford Maverick cheap to run compared with other small pickups? Yes, cheaper than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $1,750-$2,900 compares with about $3,125 for other current small pickup models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ. ## Sources - [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) ## All Ford trucks - [Ford F-150](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-f-150) - [Ford Ranger](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-ranger) ## More Ford models - [Ford Bronco](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-bronco) - [Ford Bronco Sport](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-bronco-sport) - [Ford Escape](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-escape) - [Ford Expedition](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-expedition) - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-explorer) - [Ford Mustang](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-mustang) - [Ford Mustang Mach-E](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-mustang-mach-e) - [Ford EcoSport](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-ecosport): discontinued - [Ford Edge](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-edge): discontinued - [Ford F-150 Lightning](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-f-150-lightning): discontinued - [Ford GT](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-gt): discontinued ## Other small pickups - [Toyota Tacoma](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/toyota-tacoma) ## Car care - [How long do tires last?](https://diagxcar.com/how-long/tires) - [How often to change oil](https://diagxcar.com/how-often/change-oil) - [Tire size calculator](https://diagxcar.com/tools/tire-size-calculator) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-maverick Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.