Ford · model year 2026
2026 Ford Maverick FWD
Pickup · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
Where it places
Against fuel-efficient pickup trucks
The CarCody take
The 2026 Ford Maverick FWD is a small pickup with front-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, and an eight-speed automatic. Its EPA rating is 26 combined MPG, with 23 MPG city and 32 MPG highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $2,600, and tailpipe output is 341 grams of CO2 per mile.
Good to know
- 26 combined MPG with a 32-MPG highway rating
- Front-wheel-drive small pickup layout
- 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder with eight-speed automatic
- EPA annual fuel cost listed at $2,600
Watch for
- City rating falls to 23 MPG
- Tailpipe output is 341 grams of CO2 per mile
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a small front-wheel-drive pickup Routes with a meaningful share of highway miles Buyers planning around EPA fuel-cost figures
The Maverick FWD is a straightforward small pickup for buyers who value a truck body without moving to four-wheel drive. Its 26 combined MPG is reasonable to use as a planning figure, but city-heavy drivers should expect the 23-MPG rating to matter more. Highway commuters get the more favorable 32-MPG number. The $2,600 EPA annual fuel estimate and 341 grams of CO2 per mile define the running-cost side of the choice.
What it is
This 2026 Maverick is a small pickup in the EPA’s Small Pickup Trucks 2WD class. It uses gasoline, sends power to the front wheels, and pairs a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The numbers
The figure to plan around is 26 combined MPG. EPA city driving is 23 MPG, while highway driving is 32 MPG. A gallon therefore covers more miles on the highway than in city traffic.
What it costs to run
EPA lists annual fuel cost at $2,600. Tailpipe emissions are 341 grams of CO2 per mile. Your actual bill will depend on how much you drive and how much of that driving is in town or on the highway.
How it compares
Use the fuel-efficient pickup trucks list to put this Maverick’s 26 combined MPG beside other pickups. The Ford cars list gives another way to compare Ford models by their published figures.
Who it suits
This truck fits a buyer who wants a pickup body and front-wheel-drive layout, while spending most of their time in mixed driving. Its highway rating matters more if your miles are largely on open roads.
Trade-offs
The 32-MPG highway figure is higher than the 23-MPG city figure, so stop-and-go use will consume fuel faster. The gasoline powertrain also has a listed 341 grams of CO2 per mile and $2,600 EPA annual fuel cost.
Verdict
Choose the Maverick FWD when a small pickup’s shape and front-wheel drive match your needs, and 26 combined MPG fits your budget. It makes the clearest case for drivers whose routes include substantial highway travel. If your routine is mostly urban, plan around the lower city figure and its higher fuel use.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 26 MPG
- City MPG
- 23 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 32 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,600
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 341 g per mile
- Model year
- 2026
- Body
- Pickup
- EPA size class
- Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Automatic 8-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2026 Ford Maverick FWD’s combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 26 MPG.
What city and highway MPG does it get?
It is rated at 23 MPG in city driving and 32 MPG on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel each year?
EPA lists an annual fuel cost of $2,600.
What engine and transmission does it use?
It has a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Is the 2026 Maverick FWD electric or hybrid?
The listed fuel type is gasoline.
How much CO2 does it emit?
Its listed tailpipe output is 341 grams of CO2 per mile.
What type of vehicle is the Maverick FWD?
It is a pickup in the EPA’s Small Pickup Trucks 2WD class, with front-wheel drive.
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