Ultimate Mini Truck - Ford Maverick vs Tacoma?
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- čas přidán 20. 05. 2024
- In the market for an affordable, AWD truck that checked several boxes, the Ford Maverick seemed like a great option for me. I’ve owned it now for 6 months and here are my thoughts on the truck and how it compares to the most popular mountain biker’s truck, the Toyota Tacoma.
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I have had a Lariat Lux with AWD/FX4 since Dec. 2021. Ford has done a fantastic job.
I’ve had one since early 2022 and it’s been great for both on and off road
Solid Review! I live in Germany and had never really seen these until a few weeks ago...Now I've got one coming this way, can't wait!
Hope you enjoy it!
Been driving this fot almost a year to and from trails, this is hands down the best truck for a group of 1 to 4 people for getting too and from the trails, it also holds 3 bike bags stack side by side and one standing straight up, in case you want to go international.
Awesome review, especially after driving it for months. Thanks for taking the time to share your insights or experiences.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching
@@TheLoamWolf Funny, I have bought a series of diesel Audis for my mountain bikes that I keep in different cities with the bike stuffed in the back for longer 4-6 hour drives and that are actually fun to drive and have power. This was the first truck that made me think it may be time to get one for my mountain biking obsession. Thanks for doing a review Drew.
Nice work!!! Definitely appreciated your insight.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Ford for the win!
I have the XLT Hybrid Black Appearance Package in the Terrain color. It's great for what it is. Super happy with it. Have yet to haul my eMTB's with it yet but I have a pad or hitch mount rack. I'm 6'2" and find it super comfortable. I'm amazed at all that I can haul with it. Sold my 04' F150 and have no regrets going with the Mav, even if I had a 18 month wait for it.
Heck yeah that’s awesome!!
Hard to convert the Tacoma cult for good reason. This a great video show other practical trucks. Best of luck with your new truck.
Thanks 👍 certainly swimming upstream to some, but I dig it! Haha
Newer Tacomas are nowhere near as reliable and solid as older versions. Toyota is going to have to get their act together.
That's because cult members usually never bother even trying anything else. If they did they would have found most other options offered better comfort, handling, performance, people and cargo space, and hauling capability. I've called the Tacoma the #1 truck for posers because its payload was always so pathetic. Some of that has finally been addressed for 2024 but at a sky high price tag and with an unproven drivetrain.
I’ve got a ‘22 FX4 XLT with 65,000 miles and we drove to Montana last summer to get a GFC camper installed on it. I’ve had zero issues with it and I absolutely love it. I use a platform rack to carry my Ripmo AF
Awesome to hear.
We bought a 2023 Lariat Hybrid last year. Traded our F150 for it and we are glad we did. We have a class C RV and got the hybrid version so we can flat tow the Maverick behind our RV. We are getting close to 40PMG overall.
over the first 9500 miles in my Maverick Hybrid I am averaging 40.6. I love it!
So many brand boys here with no context. First of all, the tacoma and maverick are in different classes. Second, i think the choice between the two trucks is entirely dependent of lifestyle elements, loke need to tow, where you live, etc.
Both are fine trucks. "Vs" is clickbate.
I praise you for getting your opinion out before Toyota launches the new Stout.
I got an XLT Tremor and maaaan I love this thing! I haul mostly mountainbikes and some dirt bikes and this thing goes everywhere. The Tremor package adds up the Off Road capabilities that lacks in a regular maverick.
Glad to hear it!
I had an Escape with the 2.0 in it. Nice linear power band. Never seemed bogged down.
I absolutely love my Maverick. I replaced my car with one but also have my van still. I went hybrid so better MPG but it also doesn’t snow where I live. Nice truck review video 🤙
Thanks very much!
I brought a maverick Hybrid as my mountain bike mover. Cost me next to nothing in gas and I can charge my ebikes on the way! Does all my family and home depot needs as well 👍
That is rad to hear. If the hybrid was AWD we woulda gone that way.
This is the direction I want to go
@@TheLoamWolf I wasn't sure either but the front wheel drive with snow tires has handled everything a Canadian winter can throw at it so far.
I have a 2023 xlt tremor and i would 100% buy it again. The only thing that would stray me from it would be needing to tow a lot more weight. I tow right around 3500 pounds with my tremor on a daily basis and it does just fine even though the rating is 2000. With that being said i wouldnt go with a tacoma either if i needed to tow something 6000 or so pounds.
I definitely enjoyed your video, and I plan on getting one in Aug. I also am a Ford lover, and this truck fits me perfectly... because I am paralyzed from the waist down, and I was looking for something that I didn't have to do so much work to for me to get in and out of. And this truck fits me perfectly well, and I shouldn't have any problems putting my wheelchair in or taking it out of it. So all I have to do is put hand-controls on it and go. I love your color. ❤
Thanks so much for watching and happy to hear it was helpful as well! Good luck in he truck hunt.
I'd like to see how the longevity of these newer trucks have compared to the Tacoma. My 05 TRD Tacoma is running like a champ @ 303k miles on the odometer. Zero engine or transmission issues and I haven't done much but the normal scheduled maintenance.
Time will tell for sure. Suspect the Toyota will outlast most domestic vehicles.
Ford has tested this ecoboost for a long time as well. They used a second generation ecobooost 2.0l from the old focus ST, a well tested engine in harsh applications because ST owners ripped those things.
The build quality, reliability and resale value are far lower than a Tacoma, but the Maverick is $20k less when comparably equipped. It really makes the decision a matter of personal choice. Comparing the Ranger to the Tacoma and you are nearly at price parity, so the Tacoma ends up providing greater value in my opinion.
@@derrickdean7224 Resale value? Mavericks are selling used for almost the same as new. IDK what are you talking about.
@@davidalexispr The Maverick resale value is currently high because Ford throttles production to push the F150. The Bronco Sport and Escape share the platform and depreciate significantly moe than the Toyota options. On the other hand the Tacoma and 4runner still suffer less depreciation than the Maverick currently does and it is based on 40 years of reliability. In Texas and CA slightly used Tacos cost more than new ones, and that has been the case for at least ten years.
I love my 2023 xlt fx4! Gave it a 2 inch level lift and 245/65/17 falken wild peaks and its a beast!
Nice!!
I've already racked up over 60k miles on my Maverick, same build as yours minus the blackout package. I call it the little truck that can. I bought a new 6x6x12 enclosed trailer that its tows like a champ for hauling big stuff when it is not hauling my Timp Peak around on my hitch rack. I put about 30k miles a year on it so it needed it to be fuel friendly which it is. Just keep up on all your fluid changes and it will last!
Heck yeah that's awesome to hear as we don't have nearly that mileage yet, and hope you love your Timp Peak! @AriBikes nailed it with that one.
I was checking out the 24 Tacoma and the Maverick, when I was able to sit in 24 Tacoma at the Texas State Fair before they came out that ended up telling me all that I needed to know. I do think instrument panel, HAVC, etc are nice on the Tacoma but when it comes to space the Maverick is really impressive, feels bigger than most midsize on the inside. That was a big factor for me and then having a hybrid that is MPG focused there was no contest in my mind and I ended up purchasing a Maverick.
Thanks for sharing
Yeah a big problem with the Tacoma has always been the high floor. Great for off-road, but the seating position makes it feel like you're driving a lifted Corolla. If you're tall it gets to be pretty uncomfortable pretty quickly. The 2024 is a little better than in the past but still cramped compared to the competition. The published specs are deceiving because they don't account for how low the seats are to the floor.
Great review
This doesn’t have squat on my 89’ festiva
Style!!
Drew it was cool to meet you at Bachelor this last summer. We talked about my Maverick, hopefully I helped inform you on this decision. I love my Maverick too. It is the do everything little truck. For everyone else, I have stock tires and a heavy foot and get avg 27 mpg for all my driving.
Haha you did help me pull the trigger for sure. Wasn’t a hard sell!
Did you consider the Hybrid at all when you were buying?
I almost went maverick but ended up going Colorado because I can comfortably fit inside at 6’4, 26 mpg, 500 mile range, full 4wd with lockers, and you can find the sub 30k with lots of miles left.
I’m referring to the zr2 diesel Colorado btw
Sounds like a sweet rig!
Interesting, at 6'3" I found the Maverick to be very comfortable, more so than a Tacoma or Ranger. The Colorado is a nice truck and should serve you well.
Nice. I’ll take the Tacoma
Love my Maverick...such a versatile little rig!
Same!
I vary much want to replace my Silverado with a maverick. But I am vary disappointed that Ford has not made them more available. Many dealers are still charging markup for them. I am also really disappointed that it’s not offered in AWD in the hybrid.
Just have to find the right dealer. Just picked mine up for $2500 under MSRP.
@@JJMassar Maybe it’s because I live in the northeast. But dealers here won’t deal on mavericks. They want MSRP or + markups.
@@pulser955We have one of the highest price markets in the country in AZ and I can assure you, you can get a good deal. Might be like finding a needle in a haystack but it’s out there.
@@pulser955Don’t give up! You can find it.
Very good points all around.
I just got a 2024 maverick, 5 months now and love it. Well detailed video. What size are your molle panels? Thanks
Thank you. Built Right makes the kit just for this truck.
What bed cover are you using? I'm looking for a bed cover that won't get in the way of the back tires of the bikes when hanging them over tailgate.
It’s a Gator Roll Up I got it from RealTruck
Had a hybrid Maverick for a year. Loved it but unfortunately, it had major reliability issues. 6 recalls, 4 that couldn't be fixed, grippy brakes, etc. Sold it. Maybe the gas version is better?
Bummer to hear that. Low miles but so far no issues thankfully!
Love my Maverick! Perfect size truck. I have the First EdHy run and get 43 miles per gallon. I can also fit my tools and lumber with no problem.
Thanks for sharing
Traded my f150 for a Maverick hybrid and have never looked back. Great little truck, especially in socal
Right on!
The Maverick would be way more appealing with the hybrid AND awd, the Tacoma is way more expensive (especially the brand new one) but it will likely outlive a Maverick by a decade…either way, keeping my 5th gen 4Runner which is better than both because my 13 year old can fix anything on it, lol.
Love my XLT maverick!! Get truck for a getting to the trailhead.
good looking truck. Thats what id drive if i didnt need 3/4 ton for towing. Would love yor gas milage lol.
perfect little rig for mtb/everyday use.
Thanks 👍
I like the looks of the Ford. Trucks don't all need to be lifted.
Central Oregon?! You have teeth! Awesome man
Yes I do!
I want an fx4, but waiting for reasonably priced used options to hit the market.
There is a 750 rebate that just came out this weekend on all Mavericks
Great video and you pointed out all the reasons I’m looking to purchase one over a Tacoma. 99% of Tacoma drivers will never go off road to the point the maverick couldn’t follow so I’m not sure why they point out the superior offroad performance. I would rather have performance that I’ll use every day than a cliché Tacoma because it’s “cool”. 🤷🏼♂️
Cuz “what if one day” they need to use that decorative gas jug, winch, and snorkel!?? Thennnn, they’ll be glad they have a “real truck” 😂
Ps - we’re just playing, we have plenty of friends with Tacomas all dressed up too.
Yeah, Tacomas are great off road, but up until the 2024 version they have been otherwise unimpressive as trucks. Underpowered, cramped, and pathetic payloads. The new twin turbo Tundra has been having major issues, so I wouldn't assume the new Tacoma will live up to reliability expectations either.
Talk all the shit you want in the comments but I love my Maverick Lariat Ecoboost. With my Kuat rack on it, it’s a perfect vehicle for me. Have an F250 as well, but just don’t need to drive that all the time.
Awesome to hear!
Tacoma ain't a mini truck like the maverick. Two completely different classes of truck
I took it that's part of the point he's making - Lots of Tacoma/mid-size buyers out there who really only need a compact truck, but didn't have the option 'till recently
Yet up through 2023 the Maverick had significantly more payload than most Tacoma configurations, nearly the same bed volume, and a larger interior. That's why people cross shop the two.
Silly question, are those 29ers being loaded on the bed?
Yes it is. The new Ari Wire Peak.
Sweet! TY🤘🏼
Good review , better than Tacoma at least for me
Glad you liked it
Just wish this had a longer bed. Would love to have a bed rack and put “roof” bike racks on the rack. Bed is just too short.
It doesn't quite store a full slacked out 29 with the tailgate up if that's what you are packing, but the bed does the half way drop that's pretty sweet for moving things with wheels.
But, I would love to know what you think about the...
Banshee Prime😮
If we had ridden one, we could let you know! Maybe one day we will.
It's more than half the cost of a Tacoma which 2024 starts at 70k unless he is talking about used 2023 Tacoma
You can say all you want,
Toyota keeps it's value.
That’s what every Toyota salesman says, but these are still going for sticker used with 20-30k miles on them. And over sticker with low miles. F150 are also holding value incredibly well. So it seems its not like the old days
How much did you pay?
I'm thinking to buy one like yours
I paid 32,500 for the XLT with black appearance package.
@TheLoamWolf thanks, do you KNOW THE DIFFERENCE WITH the XLT LUXURY PACKAGE VS APPEARANCE PACKAGE ?
Yeah Tacoma def the trend for MTB starter kit. Like a bunch of clones 😂
Hey ford,bring this Ute to Australia I want one
Afe intake, borla exhaust, BOV & a nice tune make it even great.
Btw you should add a bed liner is good over time
That's the plan!
I just bought me a 2024 Maverick. All-wheel drive and I absolutely love it fully. Custom out.. Maverick all the way. I got friends with Tacoma that have problems.
Thanks for sharing and glad to hear you love it too!! Best of luck for many smooth miles.
Was trying to buy a Maverick but the Ford dealerships keep lying to me about the cost of the truck. They Bait and switched me, I ordered the Hybrid in Gray and was told my truck was in and it was a white non hybrid in which they pretended like I ordered it. What Bullcrap, lost my business, bought a Lexus RX with a nice rack.
That’s a bummer to hear!
Unibody vehicles not designed for off road usually are cheaper. If your not doing anything off road, it should be good. Hope I'm wrong. I'm all for cheaper prices.
Always use vans in the uk- everything gets stolen from the back of a pick up
I'd have one if they made a 2 door with a 6' box.
This is unibody design. It's not compatible for 2 door ,long bed. I need a real truck
@@jesseflores9087 I'm in Supercab 5G Ranger now, just looked at a 6G Ranger. They're bigger, no Supercab. Guess I'll hang onto my 5G till it falls apart.
@@jesseflores9087 Up through the 2023 model year I'd hardly call Tacomas, which typically had around a 1000 pound payload or less in most popular configurations, "real trucks".
I'll take the bait. The 2024 Taco has fixed every issue you mentioned. Seat, Power, fuel economy, looks, seat position, interior, Everything. Maverick is not faster than the new Taco, not close. Last test the new Taco got a combined 26 MPG. Ground clearance is one factor, it has no articulation compared with any Taco. Ground Clearance is not offroading, i suspect you will have two wheels in the air quite often with the Mav. The Taco has more features and options. It is much more expensive. To say this thing is anywhere near as good as a newTaco is just incorrect. Is it better for you, yes!! It's a perfect fit. I have never owned a Taco, but have driven a ton of them, have a 4Runner and a Ford, the quality difference is astounding and obvious. This is a Ford Escape with a bed. Not comparable but better for you. I take it you have never and will never own a Taco. I know a lot of people that loathe them, until they own one. It's one of those things, you just don't understand until you do. oh and the Taco will be more reliable, you will be in the shop with this maverick before it hits 30K.
Sounds perfect for you. I'm glad you love it!! PS, the New Ford Ranger is a better truck in more ways than the Taco, the Mav just isn't.
Hey Brian, Thanks for playing along and presenting some thoughtful responses. From what we saw, it didn't look like the '24 did overtake Mav in power/0-60 but it definitely looks like claimed MPG has improved, will be interesting to see real world how they perform.
Correct, I've not owned a Tacoma but have put many many miles, both shuttling and road trips in friends from various generations. Without a doubt a better off roader, no argument there.
We only suggested that in reality, most people don't actually off road hard enough to where they need the Tacoma and could get by with a more "townie" version. Since we've got another larger/taller and more capable vehicle when needed, this checked the boxes for light duty and commuting stuff.
Thanks again for the awesome reply and if the new Ford Ranger was available at the time, that would have been the one we got!! It's sick!
If I could get a mini truck with true 4wd then I would be interested. With AWD, It's a no to the Maverick. The Tacoma is too big and too expensive. If I could get a Toyota Hilux Champ, that would be the mini truck that I would want. Unfortunately, the Champ is not available in the US.
Hilux is the dream!!
I think you should take a look at what this AWD can do. If your not interested in towing more than 2000lbs the tremor package increases it's off road capabilities. I think the intelligent AWD system that Ford has in itself is a great system even without going to the tremor package. I was thoroughly surprised watching multiple off road reviews. One in particular went over the AWD system. What I found out was impressive. I have driven many tractors and have used the left or right braking to decrease the turning diameter. In low speeds in slippery conditions this AWD system does that. I also like the fuel economy but if hitting ice or snow the AWD kicks in automatically much better than 4x4 which is not suitable to run on dry pavement. There are a lot of advantages with this system and engine configuration. It may not have a 2 speed transfer case but it offers low and the engine puts out 277 ft lbs of torque at a measly 3000 rpm, that's impressive to say the least. The FX4 package or the tremor package both add a lot of equipment for off road use. The tremor offers lockers besides a host of other equipment.
No way to import one?
Maverick is not as good as a Tacoma off road, but it will still do more than what 99% of owners will ever try. You should check out some off roading videos, it may surprise you. Not what I'd choose to go rock crawling every weekend, but more than enough for anything I'd personally risk while making new truck payments.
Did you know it faster than a Tacoma. 😂
I’ve heard that! Still waiting for the chance to drag race one. 😆
You never answered my biggest question? Is it faster than a Tacoma? ;)
Most definitely is! haha.
There are many reasons the Maverick is outselling the TuRD. Not everyone is a Koolaid Drinker
Nothing wrong with the Taco.
@@melrose9252 Just not the high quality of the Maverick 🤷♂️
I had a friend, die hard democrat and what do democrats support? Unions. What car manufacture does not have a union? toyota so naturally all he buys is toyota. HIPOCRATE.
I like the Maverick, but the only time it has outsold the Tacoma is during Toyota's factory switchover to the new model. Tacoma definitely has a lot more competition now though from Nissan, GM, and Ford so we'll see what happens. At their current asking prices they may be in for a downfall.
Looks like a cheaper Honda Ridgeline. (Not knocking the Ridgeline it’s pretty damn cool)
Love my Ridgeline. Had a 2018 Black Edition and running a 2022 Black Edition now. Lots of room for hauling bikes, gear and buddies. No need for anything bigger for my needs
Aren't those 2 completely different car categories? Maverick is an SUV with a bed and the Tacoma is a body-on-frame. Maverick competes with Santa cruz and ridgeline.
Both can haul mountain bikes. People cross-shop different types of vehicles
Similar payload and more interior space in the Maverick. The Tacoma has other advantages but either one will do what many if not most small truck buyers need.
Welcome to the world of non- stop sh!t talk about your vehicle. Best put a 6" lift on it and put a smoke machine in the bed to simulate rolling coal. 😂
Hahaha. And some low profile tires that can’t do anything besides look dumb and accentuate them with neon lights??
Does it have a lockbox option in the back subfloor for storing handguns when you have to visit a gun free zone?
Yes, you can get them for the center console or under the driver's side rear seat for around $250-350 from Ford or third parties.
Ridgeline 🎤 drop
Hands down 🤘
Tacoma because i rather spend my time on the trials then the service center…..
You ride trials?
Hahaha. Zing! We were hoping for some good brand rivalry comments. 😂
@@wanderoutdoors6094 service advisor at Ford. We always have fresh coffee and donuts. Sit down and get comfortable
@@04RedFairLadyZ Is the Maverick proving to be problematic? I thought the 4 banger ecoboost was pretty solid at this point? For what they cost I'd rather have a used Tundra. The Mav should be sub 30k all day but they ain't..
@@-phos- it’s literally hit or miss unfortunately. And what makes it worse is some are still carrying a 5k -10k mark up
Nice truck. Way better than a Tacoma, which sux btw.
Honda Ridgeline is better than them both
Been wondering where the Ridgeline drivers were at!?! Haha
Haha, I'm on my second Ridgeline and love it. Super reliable, I put a 3" lift on mine, Diamondback bed cover, Thule TracRac ladder vars with a rooftop tent, 2 tray Quikrstuff hitchrack. Great vehicles. License plate "EL CMINO" because my buddies always remind me "It's not a real truck" until we go on a road trip hahaha
Not the same type of vehicle at all
Same payload and larger interior in the Maverick. Both will do what most small truck buyers need them to just fine.
Too bad ford also decided to make it Uglier…
Lost me at “unibody.” 😅
Fair enough! Haha. Not for every job that’s for sure.
Should’ve just got a Ranger. But hey that’s your money
If the new Rangers were out we would have probably looked closer at them but that front end, grille / bumper were deal breakers.
I know you bought it with your own money, but it sure sounds like a Ford commercial…
Have you ever bought anything and really liked it and told your friends about it? It’s kinda like that.
Congratulations on the new ride!
My opinion of Ford as a brand is pretty low though.
The Ford Ranger would of been the ideal choice especially compare to the taco.. The Maverick doesn’t compete with the Taco or any other REAL midsize truck. I mean even the Honda Pilot makes a better Truck then the Maverick.. lmao
But at the very least it’s a Ford and American 🇺🇸
There are no “American” auto manufacturers today. Just multinational corporations. Toyota builds better cars and employs more Americans.
Up until 2024 the Tacoma's payload was pathetic, the interior cramped, and the engine underpowered. The only "real" truck thing it did well was off roading. And 99% of Tacoma owners will never hit the off road limits of the Maverick, much less their Tacoma. The Maverick still has a similar payload as the 2024 Tacoma and a larger interior. It definitely competes, as in it is taking away a lot sales from other midsize trucks.
To even suggest that a ford economy car could be in any way comparable to a Toyota pick up truck in any way...is ridiculous. The junk yards will be full of these heaps within the decade.
The Maverick is not a truck.
Junk vs reliability!!
That’s not a truck
Just wondering, if you were sending someone out into a crowded parking lot with your keys to retrieve something from said vehicle, how would you describe it?
@@TheLoamWolf We don’t really have a name for them in the states. But Australians call them “Utes”. Which is essentially a passenger car with a cargo bed. That is exactly what the Maverick is. It’s a Ford Escape with a cargo bed.
the cvt is going to be an issue.....
Nah. It has no belts, just gears.
Ecoboost isn't CVT
It's an e-cvt. Totally different.
Hybrid gets the much better and different e-Cvt. My ecoboost has the 8 Speed and it’s a screamer
It uses the same design of e-cvt as the Toyota Rav4 hybrid. Much better than the belt type cvt but still sounds funny on acceleration with no tangible gear changes.
You better stick with doing pieces on your bike because that is not a f****** truck buddy that is nothing but a fusion with a bed on it and if you need something to put your baby in go get you a Subaru
Does your monster truck tow pallets of tissue paper? Seems like you need it. 😂
Man marketing really worked on you huh bud? Emotionally compromised by another man’s automobile choices?
The Maverick is not for everyone but for some people it is more than enough f**** truck. Different tools for different jobs. A Tacoma is not a f**** truck if you are comparing it to Mack truck. Trucks come in all shapes and sizes for different purposes. Let's not knock other peoples choices. Its not the frame or lack there of that makes a vehicle a truck or not a truck. It is the intended purpose of the vehicle that makes it a truck. The Maverick is intended to be a light duty truck with a 1500lb payload. It fulfills that purpose in spades for people that don't need the added capability of the larger trucks from all manufactures.
Maverick has too much recalls and interior is very cheap fragile plastic