2026 Ford Maverick HEV FWD

The CarCody take

The 2026 Ford Maverick HEV FWD is a small pickup with a gasoline-electric 2.5-liter four-cylinder and automatic transmission. Its EPA rating is 38 MPG combined, with 42 MPG city and 35 MPG highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $1,750. Front-wheel drive and the pickup body define its place among compact truck choices.

Who it suits. Pickup shoppers who want hybrid fuel economy Drivers whose mileage is mainly city or mixed

What it is

This 2026 Ford Maverick is a pickup in the Small Pickup Trucks 2WD class. It uses front-wheel drive and a hybrid gasoline powertrain.

The defining EPA figure is 38 MPG combined. That is the single number to use for a mixed driving week.

The numbers

The 2.5 L four-cylinder engine works with an automatic transmission that has variable gear ratios. It runs on gasoline.

EPA city mileage is 42 MPG. Highway mileage is 35 MPG, making the combined figure 38 MPG.

What it costs to run

EPA annual fuel cost is $1,750. The vehicle's tailpipe output is 234 grams of CO2 per mile.

Use the combined MPG figure for a quick year-round estimate, then weigh the city or highway number that matches most of your driving.

How it compares

Line up its 38 combined MPG with other pickups in fuel-efficient pickup trucks. Its 42 city and 35 highway ratings provide the more specific comparison for your routes.

For broader hybrid shopping, compare it with hybrid cars. Ford buyers can also view the wider Ford cars lineup.

Who it suits

This Maverick suits a buyer who needs a pickup body and wants hybrid fuel economy. The city rating favors regular urban driving, while front-wheel drive keeps the configuration focused on two-wheel-drive use.

Trade-offs

The 42 MPG city rating is higher than the 35 MPG highway rating, so long highway trips will not match its urban figure.

You get a gasoline hybrid with a 2.5 L four-cylinder, not a separate electric-only fuel type. Its 234 grams-per-mile tailpipe CO2 figure is another running-cost consideration.

Verdict

Choose this Maverick when a small pickup body matters but fuel use still needs attention. The hybrid setup makes 38 combined MPG the key budgeting figure, with a stronger 42 MPG city result than its highway number. Front-wheel drive defines the layout. Plan around $1,750 in yearly EPA fuel cost, and consider whether 35 MPG highway fits your longer trips.