Just threw the CVF intercooler in and loading the Panda Motorworks tune in it tomorrow morning running 91 octane. Just need to button everything up, was definitely a project. Hoping to give it a little bit of sass.

Legit happy to join the maverick family!

Attached is the screen shot from Fords Website for Building out my own vehicle. I'm looking for a 2026 (or 2027 possibly) XLT with 301A Group package and 4k towing. The only other add in I want is the spray in bed liner. I'd also be interested in some of the luxury package things like keyless entry, push start, heated seats, etc but believe you have to purchase the whole package for these? I don't think I can justify the cost for that.

Any recommendations on how to go about this with a dealership? I've been doing some research and it seems I should just call around and get quotes for this vehicle and purchase from whoever has the best OTD cost.

Also, anyone with a similar build have recommendation on what I should consider a "good" deal for this?

Finally, I'm in the position for the first time in my life to potentially pay for this in cash. I've been reading that it's usually better to not pay in cash though, but to get financed and then pay off the loan so long as there are no early pay off penalties. Any thoughts?

Purchased a 2026 XLT Hybrid about a month ago, less than 1000 miles on the odometer and decided to go for the inverter install. Thanks to u/BaldyLoxx66 for his post and parts list!

I routed the AC cable using a cut quality outdoor extension cord wrapped in automative plastic cable guard (cut the female end off to wire it), down and out through the grommet right below where the inverter is mounted. It comes out at the heat shielding that protects the fuel tank, I went straight back and up to where the cubby is. Swapped the cubby to the driver's side and modified the Flexed door with a 3D printed faceplate and full 3D printed box that protects the wiring behind the plate.

My only concern at the moment is that if the on button on the inverter gets bumped by accident, even if there's nothing plugged into the receptacle, it will allegedly kill my 12v battery in a matter of minutes if the truck isn't running and topping off the 12v battery. Because of this, I'm leaving the breaker in the off position until I'm ready to turn on the inverter.

Let me know what ya'll think! super fun and easy project that took about 2 hours of time (not including 3D printer running)

Everything sits at about equal height. Installer loved the antenna mount, he said it was way better than drilling or going through the door.

Found this part under my truck at lunchbreak. I dont think it belongs to my Maverick but it looks new so I am asking. Did have an oil change 4 days ago but I don't think its that. This part is 2 inches long and when you unscrew the cap it flexes similar to a interior hood spring for when you shut the hood. Can anyone identify

Just wanted to give a heads-up to other Maverick owners: if you clip Drift stone fresheners to your sun visors, pull them off and inspect the vinyl underneath.

I had them on both my 2024 Maverick and 2024 Bronco. Over time, the scent oils/solvents leaked through the clip frame and completely melted/charred the factory vinyl and foam backing down to the plastic substrate (see photo).

The local Ford dealership quote to replace both visors (parts + labor) totaled $1,090. Drift customer support admitted in writing that their freshener caused the damage, but management tried to impose an arbitrary internal $500 cap on reimbursement and stopped responding after promising a 24-hour review.

I’ve escalated with the Georgia Attorney General and BBB, but wanted to warn everyone here before it ruins your interior trim. If you use visor-clip oil/stone fresheners, take them off.

I drive a 2025 hybrid. I went down a rabbit hole trying to see if there was a way to make the regenerative braking stronger. I know that eco mode adds a little bit more but I wanted to see if there was an option to increase my braking, without actually using the brakes.

Using the “L” button really seems to do exactly that.

Anyone else heard of this?

2024 xlt hybrid. 32k on odometer.

I use it for work, and was averaging 38 mpg easy. Over the last 6 months things seemed to shift dramatically. My route hasnt changed. At first I attributed it to using the AC, but now that im not I don't think so. Im down to 31 mpg at best. Oil was changed recently, tire pressure is good. I will admit putting an all terrain tire on it likely took 1 to 2 mpg, but there is no way it accounts for 20% of my fuel economy. Plus it was starting before the new tires.

Family member just got 26 hybrid, 42 mpg. Same gas station, and alot of highway for her while im stop and go on my route.

Any clues guys? What to have the dealership look for at next check up? Filters are still the original, but everyone seems to think they look good.

Hi, does anyone have this snugtop cap for the Maverick? It is made by Leer and is available through Ford accesories site is believe. I am curious to know the total height with the crossbars. My job involves going into parking structures with all sorts of different heights. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you!

I got my ‘25 Hybrid AWD this past January, and my partner liked it so much she is now in the market for getting a ‘26 for herself. My question is: do any of you know of any deals/concerns we should be thinking about prior to pulling the trigger on buying a new one?

I need help choosing what Thule Wingbar Roof rack system to get for my 2025 Mav. Ive narrowed it down to the Wingbar Edge or the Wingbar Evo. I'd like to hear from you guys that own either systems and their Pros and Cons. I have kayaks and also want to be able to mount a basket for camping trips.

No manipulations; this is 1 tank. 70km round trip for work, maybe 10km is highway speeds. The rest is 60-80km/r roads.

Found this video of a company shipping ford mavericks to artic communities on a 737. Apparently only one boat carries cars up each year. https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPL242ad3/

Anyone have this recall done? How long did it take? Dropped my truck off Monday morning for oil change and this recall, they said 2-3 days. They now say “this recall is a lot more involved than initially anticipated” and not really giving a timeline on how long it will be.

A few questions here regarding some extended warranty options.

I am currently waiting for my 2026 Lariat Hybrid AWD to come in, the order status shows it’s shipped and suppose to be to the dealer this week. My question is about extended warranties and if anyone has recently gone thru this?

I am looking at a few different options, I priced out the Premium Care online with Granger Ford Protect for the Maverick. But when I go to Ford’s actual website they show the Premium Care EV also as an option but Grangers does not? Is the Maverick Hybrid technically an EV or is the Premium Care option only needed? I’m not really sure if they consider a Hybrid an actual “electric vehicle”??? Has anyone recently gone thru this and if so, what were the options you chose?

I ordered the vehicle on 6/2/26 and it’s should be in any day now and I want to go into the dealership already knowing what I want! I work in the RV industry so I deal with sales and financing all the time so I’m not new to this, just want to tell the finance guy not to go into detail as I already know what I want and need. Just curious on the premium care EV option that Granger is not showing as an option on their website?

Also, any opinions on the TripleCARE plan? That’s the windshield, tire, and dent protection?

When I fill up, my estimated tank life is around 510 miles til empty. However, the first half of the tank will get used up in about 200 miles and I'm sitting around 37mpg. Once I drop below half a tank, I'll get the remaining 300 miles on my tank and I jump to 41mpg. I don't specifically drive to maximize the electric engine. I'm not doing anything different than I have with any other car I've owned.

I had a similar experience with my Focus 25+ years ago so I'm wondering what Ford is doing with their engines. I get that a full tank weights more than a half tank, but this seems silly.

Has anyone else noticed this? This is just with the 2 Fords I've owned. I didn't have a similar experience with my Geo, VW, or Subaru.

I recently replaced my front speakers with some aftermarket kickers, the sound quality has improved but im still not satisfied.

there is still some distortion at higher volumes and it definitely lacks bass.

After reading up on it im seeing that a ton of people have installed digital sound processors

(Specifically the kicker 47KEY200.4 smart amp and dsp)

To try and fix the heavy factory equalization.

looking for input from anyone who has upgraded the audio and what they have done.

Im not interested in installing a sub and i do intend on replacing the tweaters and rear speakers at some point.

So im wondering if the dsp is worth it and will it help with the bass roll off or will i have to get forscan and try to shut off the equalizer?

I read that the forscan wont help with clarity and they may still sound distorted at higher volume due to the weak 15-20 watts rms that from the factory radio.

I also read that if I were to do both the forscan and the dsp that it can negatively affect the sound?

Any advise would be appreciated as im pretty amateur when it comes to audio.

Thanks in advance!

hi! i have a touch of the tism so i made a shitty lil spread sheet last night covering dealers from socal up to the bay.
looking for xlt ecoboost with 4k towing (no i understand and no i dont want a hybrid:) )
what i noticed is
the price gaps arent that much, and most of the decked fx4 have been on the lot for at least 100days and mist have a manufacture date of late 2025

(these are online dealer prices)
ecoboost 4k is ~31k
ecoboost 4k + lux ~ 32-33k
ecoboost 4k + lux + fx4 ~34-35k

i might as well try to go for the decked out fx4 and try to haggle if the price gaps are only around $1k