The all-new 2022 Ford Maverick is the baby of the Ford pickup family, featuring a unibody design and a standard hybrid powertrain. Smaller than the Ford Ranger, it is still capable for most pickup truck buyers. You will have the choice of three capable and efficient trims, plus a First Edition: XL, XLT, Lariat, and the Lariat First Edition. Let’s compare the XL and XLT trims.
XL Trim
The XL is the entry-level model of Maverick’s lineup, but is still a great pick for the compact pickup truck class. You’ll get the best of both worlds – compact on the outside but big enough on the inside to seat five comfortably and store all of your needs. Crew cabs are standard on all Mavericks, with a 4.5-foot bed, multi-position tailgate, and available smart storage solutions to support your big projects. Standard features include a tilt-and-telescoping wheel with audio controls, adjustable lumbar support for the front seats, forward collision mitigation, automatic emergency braking, an 8-inch center screen, six-speaker stereo, two USB ports, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot. It sports a black grille, black door handles, black manual side mirrors, stamped 17-inch steel wheels, LED headlights, and six tie-down points in the bed. Stamped bed slots allow configuration of the truck bed using 4 X 2s to create storage bins, homemade shelving, or other DIY features. A 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, paired with an electric motor and a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is standard, along with front-wheel drive, making 191 horsepower and 155 lb-ft of torque. Starting price is $19,995.
XLT Trim
The XLT trim will give a lot more luxury features, technology and style; adding ambient interior lighting, power front seats, faux-leather seats, heated steering wheel, heated seats, and dual-zone automatic climate control. It includes 17-inch painted aluminum wheels, a power-tailgate lock, power mirrors, and the SecuriCode keyless entry keypad with a perimeter alarm. The engine and drivetrain options remain the same, but an FX4 Off-Road Package will add more equipment with AWD and the 2.0-liter gas engine. It includes all-terrain tires, skid plates, 17-inch aluminum wheels, and hill descent control. The Luxury Package will give you even more options, including a leather-wrapped, heated steering wheel, an 8-way power driver’s seat, a spray-in bedliner, rear-seat USB ports, and bed tie-down locking rails with two locking brackets. Pricing starts at an estimated $25,000.
Conclusion
The all-new 2022 Ford Maverick compact pickup truck will meet all of your expectations. With a roomy interior and the latest technology, it comes standard as a full hybrid pickup at an affordable price tag. The XL trim offers plenty of quality features to keep you satisfied, but the XLT trim adds a little more to your comfort and convenience.