2026 Ford Maverick Models Trim Comparison
The 2026 Ford Maverick XL, XLT, Lobo, Lariat and Tremor models give drivers five trim levels to compare, with choices for hybrid efficiency, available AWD, street-inspired performance, premium comfort and off-road capability. Use this 2026 Ford Maverick trim comparison to review key differences in powertrains, technology, comfort features, towing capability and available packages.
Maverick has a targeted EPA-estimated 42 miles per gallon in the city with the standard hybrid front-wheel drive model, and a targeted EPA-estimated 40 miles per gallon in the city with the hybrid all-wheel drive mode.
The Maverick lineup starts with a standard 2.5L hybrid powertrain on select models and offers available AWD, an available 2.0L EcoBoost engine, up to 4,000 pounds of towing when properly equipped and up to 1,500 pounds of available payload on select configurations. Whether you want the value-focused Maverick XL, the well-equipped XLT, the street-inspired Maverick Lobo, the premium Lariat or the off-road-ready Tremor, Chastang Ford can help you compare each 2026 Ford Maverick model and find the right truck for your needs.
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Ford Maverick Trim Levels
2026 Ford Maverick - Updates & Changes
The 2026 Maverick still has the lowest starting price of any midsize pickup in America at $27,140 for the XL trim, $30,645 for the XLT hybrid, the AWD Lariat Hybrid at $38,090, and at the top of the lineup is the fan favorite Tremor model for $41,140.
New for the 2026 Ford Maverick, the 2.0L EcoBoost engine with front-wheel drive is available on select XL and XLT models, giving drivers another gas-engine option beyond the standard hybrid and available AWD configurations.
Ford also updated several features, packages and color choices across the Maverick lineup. New exterior colors include Light Blue and Orange Fury Metallic Tri-Coat, while Eruption Green and Desert Sand have been removed. Other 2026 Maverick changes include an available power-sliding rear window on select XLT, Lobo, Lariat and Tremor models, a Ford Connectivity Package, an available SiriusXM with 360L three-year plan and revised package content for the XLT Luxury Package and FX4 Off-Road Package. Availability can vary by trim level and equipment group, so it is important to compare each 2026 Ford Maverick model before choosing your truck.
2026 Ford Maverick XL
Starting MSRP
2.0 EcoBoost Engine: $27,145
2.5L Hybrid Engine: $28,145
The 2026 Ford Maverick XL is the value-focused entry point into the Maverick lineup, giving drivers an affordable compact truck with standard hybrid efficiency, everyday capability and useful technology. The Maverick XL comes standard with a 2.5L Hybrid powertrain and Power-Split Electric CVT, while select XL configurations offer an available 2.0L EcoBoost engine and available AWD.
Standard Maverick XL features include the FLEXBED Storage System, six cargo tie-downs, LED reflector headlamps, 17-inch Sparkle Silver steel wheels, cloth bucket seats, rear under-seat storage, cruise control, SYNC 4 with a 13.2-inch center display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, Lane-Keeping System, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking and a Rear View Camera. Available options can add more capability and convenience, including Ford Co-Pilot360, a 2K trailer hitch receiver, bed liners, tonneau covers, a conventional spare tire and the 4K Tow Package on properly equipped models.
Standard features for the 2026 Ford Maverick XL (100A) Trim Include:
- 2.5L Hybrid FWD (or Optional 2.0L EcoBoost® Engine)
- 8″ Cluster Display and 13.2″ Center Display
- Ford Connectivity Package (1-year included)
- 5G Modem
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) (Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning, Dynamic Brake Support, Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Oncoming)
- LED Reflector Headlamps
- Configurable Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
- FLEXBED® Storage System
- Six (6) Cargo Tie-Down hooks
- Rear Under Seat Storage Bins
- Mini Spare Tire (155/90R17) (Standard on Hybrid FWD only)
Available option packages to choose from for the 2026 Maverick XL trim include:
- XL 101A Equipment Group ($2,220): All XL 100A features and adds All-Wheel Drive to the 2.5L Hybrid.
- XL 102A Equipment Group ($125): All XL 100A features and adds All-Wheel Drive to the 2.0L EcoBoost I-4 Engine.
- Ford Co-Pilot360 ($795): Auto High Beams, BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert, Cross-Traffic Brake Assist, Lane-Keeping System (Lane-Keeping Alert, Lane-Keeping Aid, Driver Alert), Reverse Sensing System, Post-Collision Braking, Rear View Camera, Rear Parking Sensors.
- 4K Tow Package: Requires AWD 2.0L EcoBoost or 2.5L Hybrid, increases the maximum towing capacity to 4,000 pounds and adds Trailer Brake Controller, Trailer Hitch (Class III) 2″ Receiver with 4-pin and 7-pin Connector , Transmission Oil Cooler , Higher Capacity Radiator (2.0L gas only), Upgraded Cooling Fan, Conventional 17″ Spare Tire.
- Ford Connectivity Package – One-time purchase 7 years ($745): Unlimited Wi-Fi Hotspot, Audio and Video Streaming, Voice Assistant, Entertainment.
2026 Ford Maverick XLT
Starting MSRP
2.0 EcoBoost Engine: $29,645
2.5L Hybrid Engine: $30,645
The Ford Maverick XLT trim, with a starting MSRP of $30,645, builds upon the XL by adding cubby storage in the bed and passenger side, 10 tie-downs, 17″ Carbonized Gray-painted aluminum wheels, and a 2K trailer hitch receiver with a 4-pin connector. It also includes Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start (including Approach Detection). The XLT offers the same powertrain options as the XL: the 2.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid with an Automatic Continuously Variable Transmission, and the available 2.0L EcoBoost with an 8-Speed Automatic Transmission, with Front-Wheel Drive standard on the hybrid and available All-Wheel Drive.
Standard features for the 2026 Ford Maverick XLT trim starts with the 300A Equipment Group that includes everything on the Maverick XL plus:
- 17″ Painted Aluminum Wheels
- 2K Trailer Hitch Receiver with 4-Pin Connector
- Cubby Storage in Bed (Passenger Side)
- Cargo Tie Downs, Plus Four (+4)
- Maverick® XLT Fender Badge
- Mirrors Sideview – Manual Folding, Power Glass
- Power Tailgate Lock
- Wiper Activated LED Headlamps
- Tire Inflator and Sealant Kit (standard on Hybrid AWD and 2.0L Ecoboost®)
- Spare Tire (Mini) (155/70 R17) (standard on Hybrid FWD only)
- Seats, Rear – FITS Kit Console Cupholders
- Perimeter Alarm
- Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start (including Approach Detection)
Available packages for the 2026 Maverick XLT include:
- XLT 301A Equipment Group ($2,220): XLT (301A) Includes all XLT (300A) Features, Plus: AWD.
- XL 302A Equipment Group: Includes all XLT (301A) Features, Plus: 2.0L EcoBoost with 8-Speed Automatic Transmission.
- XLT LUXURY PKG ($1,890): 8-way Power Driver and 6-way Manual Seats, Pro Power Onboard 400W, Heated Mirror, Heated Seats, LED Box Lighting, and Remote Start.
- BLACK APPEARANCE PKG: Available on XLT (301A), XLT (302A) – 19in Black Aluminum Wheels, Black Decal and Ford Logo, Black Painted Roof, Black Painted Mirrors, Black Seats, Black Interior Accents.
- FX4 Off-Road PKG (Available on XLT (302A), Requires the XLT Luxury Package, Not available with Black Appearance Package): All-Terrain Tires, Exposed Front Tow Hooks, FX4® Off-Road Box Decal, Higher Capacity Radiator, Hill Descent Control, Off-Road Screen in Instrument Cluster, Performance Suspension, Rotary Gear Shift Dial Includes Select Drive Modes (Slippery, ECO, Normal, Sport, Tow/Haul and Off-Road), Skid Plates, Upgraded Cooling Fan, Conventional 17″ Spare Tire.
- Ford Co-Pilot360 ($795): Auto High Beams, BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert, Cross-Traffic Brake Assist, Lane-Keeping System (Lane-Keeping Alert, Lane-Keeping Aid, Driver Alert), Reverse Sensing System, Post-Collision Braking, Rear View Camera, Rear Parking Sensors.
- 4K TOW Package ($745): Available XLT (301A/302A), Requires Ford Co-Pilot360® on XL and XLT. Increases the maximum towing capacity to 4,000 pounds and adds Trailer Brake Controller, Trailer Hitch (Class III) 2” Receiver with 4-pin and 7-pin Connector, Transmission Oil Cooler, Higher Capacity Radiator (2.0L gas only), Upgraded Cooling Fan, Conventional 17” Spare Tire (215/70R17).
- Ford Connectivity Package – One-time purchase 7 years ($745): Unlimited Wi-Fi Hotspot, Audio and Video Streaming, Voice Assistant, Entertainment.
2026 Ford Maverick Lariat
Starting MSRP
2.0 EcoBoost Engine: $35,870
2.5L Hybrid Engine: $38,090
The 2026 Ford Maverick Lariat adds premium comfort, upgraded technology and more refined styling to the Maverick lineup. Starting at $38,090, the Lariat comes standard with a 2.5L Hybrid powertrain and AWD, with an available 2.0L EcoBoost engine for shoppers who want gas-engine performance.
Standard Maverick Lariat features include 19-inch machined painted aluminum wheels, a Tough Bed spray-in bedliner, bed tie-down locking rails, LED box lighting, LED projector headlamps, ActiveX-trimmed heated front seats, an 8-way power driver seat, Remote Start, 400 Watt Pro Power Onboard, a B&O Sound System, Ford Connectivity Package, SYNC 4 with a 13.2-inch touchscreen and Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 with features like a 360-Degree Camera, Adaptive Cruise Control, Front Parking Sensors, Reverse Brake Assist, Pro Trailer Backup Assist and Pro Trailer Hitch Assist.
Standard features for the 2026 Ford Maverick Lariat trim starts with the 2.5L PowerBoost® Full Hybrid and 501A Equipment Group that includes everything on the Maverick XLT 300A plus:
- 2.5L Hybrid All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- 19″ Machined Painted Aluminum Wheels
- B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with HD Radio™ (8 speakers including subwoofer)
- Tough Bed Spray-in Bedliner
- ActiveX® Trimmed Bucket Front-Seats
- Ambient Lighting
- Dual-zone Automatic Temperature Control
- B&O® Sound System w/HD Radio (8 speakers w/subwoofer)
- Heated Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Power-Sliding Rear Window
- Wireless Charging Pad
- Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist 2.0
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist
- Pro Trailer Hitch Assist
Available packages for the 2026 Ford Maverick Lariat include:
- Lariat 502A Equipment Group (-$2,200): All XL 501A features and adds All-Wheel Drive to the 2.0L EcoBoost I-4 Engine.
- BLACK APPEARANCE PKG ($1,645): 19in Black Painted Aluminum Wheels, Black Decal and Ford Logo, Black Painted Roof, Black Painted Mirrors, Black Seats, Black Interior Accents.
- 4K TOW Package ($745): Increases the maximum towing capacity to 4,000 pounds and adds Trailer Brake Controller, Trailer Hitch (Class III) 2″ Receiver with 4-pin and 7-pin Connector , Transmission Oil Cooler , Higher Capacity Radiator (2.0L gas only), Upgraded Cooling Fan, Conventional 17″ Spare Tire.
- Ford Connectivity Package – One-time purchase 7 years ($745): Unlimited Wi-Fi Hotspot, Audio and Video Streaming, Voice Assistant, Entertainment.
Ford Maverick Lariat Interior
The Ford Maverick Lariat interior gets a leg up on luxury with Smoked Truffle with Bronze Accents ActiveX trimmed front bucket seats, eight-way adjustable power driver’s seat with lumbar support and six-way adjustable power passenger seat.
Every Ford Maverick features a roomy SuperCrew interior that accommodates five people so no friends will ever be left behind.
2026 Ford Maverick Tremor
Starting MSRP
2.0 EcoBoost Engine: $41,140
The 2026 Ford Maverick Tremor starts with an MSRP of $41,140 and is the off-road-focused Maverick trim level, built for drivers who want compact truck versatility with more trail confidence, rugged styling and advanced 4WD capability. The Maverick Tremor comes standard with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine, 8-speed automatic transmission and Advanced 4WD with a twin-clutch rear drive unit, along with 4WD Lock, Rear Drive Unit Lock, a heavy-duty transmission cooler and off-road-tuned suspension.
The 2026 Ford Maverick Tremor builds upon the features of the Lariat trim, bringing several previously optional or non-standard features to the Tremor as standard equipment compared to the 2025 model year.
Here’s what’s new or different for the 2026 Maverick Tremor:
- Enhanced Standard Features: The 2026 Tremor now includes all Lariat (501A) features as standard. This means the following features, which were previously optional or not explicitly standard on the 2025 Tremor, are now part of the base Tremor package:
- Bedliner – Tough Bed® Spray-in: This durable bedliner is now a standard inclusion.
- ActiveX® Trimmed Bucket Front-Seats: While the 2025 Tremor had ActiveX seats with specific stitching, the 2026 model standardizes the ActiveX trimmed bucket front seats through its Lariat foundation.
- Ambient Lighting: Interior ambient lighting is now a standard feature.
- B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with HD Radio™ (8 speakers including subwoofer): A premium audio experience is now standard.
- Heated Seats: Both front seats come standard with heating.
- Heated Soft Vinyl Wrapped Steering Wheel: The steering wheel now includes heating for added comfort.
- Visors – Driver and Front Passenger – Illuminated: Illuminated vanity mirrors are now standard for both the driver and front passenger.
The core off-road capabilities, such as the off-road tuned suspension, Trail Control™ with Trail 1-Pedal Drive, twin clutch rear drive unit with electronic-locking rear differential, elevated ride height, 17-inch all-terrain tires, and Tremor orange accents, remain consistent with the 2025 model. The engine (2.0L EcoBoost® with 8-Speed Automatic Transmission) and drive type (Advanced 4-Wheel Drive) also carry over.
Standard features for the 2026 Ford Maverick Tremor trim starts with the 602A Equipment Group that includes everything on the Lariat (501A) plus:
- 17″ Machined-face Tarnished Dark Aluminum Wheels with Orange Painted Pockets
- Advanced 4WD with Twin Clutch Rear Drive Unit
- Off-Road Tuned Suspension
- Heavy-Duty Transmission Cooler
- Trail Control™ with Trail 1-Pedal Drive
- TREMOR® Instrument Panel and Floor Console Accents
- Dual-zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
- 2K Trailer Hitch Receiver with 4-Pin Connector
2026 Ford Maverick Lobo
Starting MSRP: $35,930
The 2026 Ford Maverick Lobo has a starting MSRP of $35,930 and is equipped with 19″ Turbofan-Styled Black-Painted Aluminum Wheels. Its minimum running ground clearance is 7.4 inches, and it has a maximum seating capacity of 5 occupants. The Max Towing Capacity is 2,000 lbs.
The 2026 Ford Maverick Lobo trim offers several special features and benefits, including a turbocharged 2.0L EcoBoost® engine paired with an Advanced 4WD drivetrain and a 7-speed quick shift transmission. It also features a performance-tuned suspension, enhanced steering and brakes, and an exclusive track-only configuration called Lobo mode.
Key features for the Maverick Lobo include:
- Performance Tuned Steering and Suspension: Tuned springs and shocks, along with modified steering, improve handling and provide exceptional control.
- Lobo Mode with Paddle Shifters and Enhanced Brakes: This track-only drive mode adjusts gear ratios, throttle response, and handling characteristics for maximum control. Paddle shifters add a racing-inspired feel.
- Unique Interior with ActiveX®-trimmed Seats and Accent Stitching: The interior features unique accent stitching, black ActiveX seating surfaces, and a paddle shifter-equipped steering wheel.
2026 Ford Maverick Colors
The 2026 Ford Maverick color lineup gives shoppers a strong mix of classic truck colors, bold exterior finishes and available extra-cost paint options. Available 2026 Maverick exterior colors include Azure Gray Metallic Tri-Coat, Carbonized Gray Metallic, Light Blue, Orange Fury Metallic Tri-Coat, Oxford White, Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Shadow Black, Space White Metallic and Velocity Blue.
New 2026 Maverick colors include Light Blue and Orange Fury Metallic Tri-Coat, while Eruption Green and Desert Sand have been removed from the lineup. Color availability can vary by trim level, package and inventory, so Chastang Ford can help you compare Maverick XL, XLT, Lobo, Lariat and Tremor models in the colors currently available.
Ford Maverick 2.5L Hybrid Engine
The 2026 Ford Maverick 2.5L Hybrid engine is built for drivers who want excellent fuel economy without giving up everyday truck capability. This gas-and-electric powertrain uses a 2.5L Atkinson-cycle inline-four engine, an electric motor and a PowerSplit electronic continuously variable transmission to deliver smooth, efficient performance for daily driving, commuting and weekend projects.
The 2.5L Hybrid engine is standard on XL, XLT and Lariat models, with front-wheel drive standard on select configurations and hybrid AWD available or standard depending on the trim. The 2026 Maverick Hybrid can achieve up to an EPA-estimated 42 city MPG with front-wheel drive, while properly equipped hybrid models can tow up to 4,000 pounds with the available 4K Tow Package and offer up to 1,500 pounds of available payload on select configurations.
Maverick 2.0L EcoBoost I-4 Engine
The 2026 Ford Maverick 2.0L EcoBoost I-4 engine is the gas-powered option for drivers who want stronger acceleration, confident highway performance and available AWD capability. This turbocharged inline-four engine produces 250 horsepower and 280 lb.-ft. of torque and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission on most Maverick models.
The 2.0L EcoBoost engine is available on select XL, XLT and Lariat configurations and comes standard on the street-inspired Maverick Lobo and off-road-ready Tremor. Properly equipped 2.0L EcoBoost Maverick models can tow up to 4,000 pounds with the available 4K Tow Package and offer up to 1,500 pounds of available payload on select configurations, making it a strong choice for shoppers who want extra power, available towing capability and everyday compact truck versatility.
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- Most configurations (2.5L I4 Hybrid FWD/AWD, 2.0L EcoBoost® I4 FWD/AWD) have a standard towing capacity of 2,000 lbs.
- Both the 2.5L I4 Hybrid AWD and the 2.0L EcoBoost® I4 AWD can tow up to 4,000 lbs. when equipped with the 4K Tow Package (53Q).
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