I might trade my Hybrid for an EB? What the heck!

[AncientMan]

I currently have (2) ‘23 hybrid XLT’s and love them, but I’m considering trading one for an EB. Since I retired I just don’t drive much and feel like I’m wasting the value of a hybrid. I’m putting less than 100 miles per month on the one I drive (my wife still works and puts more miles on hers).
I suspect we’re about to see another huge increase in gas prices, and when that happens there will be folks who are willing to pay stupid prices for a hybrid to “save money”. Combining the panic buying premium with the associated price drop of an AWD EB and I’m guessing there may be a $5k-$10k price difference.
That’s when I plan on selling my hybrid and buying an AWD EB. Not that I need AWD since I live in a North Texas metro area (and we rarely see snow), but because I WANT one! I will make a tenuous rationalization by saying that I will use the AWD during our biannual trip to the Rocky Mountains in Southern Colorado…

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[bighead]

I ordered 2 hybrids last sept 16th. Took a year to get them, about 2 weeks apart. I have a gasser F250 at 14mpg and an 06 Tundra at 13mpg. Tundra is not driven. Wife drives 250 one mile to work. Between myself and my 2 kids, one commuting to college, and all the driving he does, and the mavericks getting 95% of the driving time, I have "saved" around $850 in gas in one month. There are 3,000 combined miles on both cars. They're 4 weeks old. The Tundra will be sold and pay down one of the cars. I will then be ahead of gas savings vs payments. AND, I have 2 new cars, fully warranted, etc., etc. It's a no-brainer for me and my situation. So the savings is real if you're a driver. If you're just putting around town, maybe avoid the potential problems with a hybrid.

 

[commadorebob]

I actually think it should be the other way around. Given you only drive 100 miles per month, you should love the fact your ongoing fuel expenses are next to $0, especially given you are now retired.

 

[TrailMaster]

I can understand your rationale. An AWD would really come in handy in Southwestern Colorado, and will open the door to some trails and scenery that would be inaccessible to you in the hybrid. And since you've already got another hybrid Maverick for jaunting around Texas, I think it might be a win-win!

 

[AncientMan]

We absolutely adore the SanJuan Skyway trail system, the whole Durango/Ouray/Silverton area is packed with beautiful views. Even as far East as Pagosa Springs and Creede is stunning.

 

[OneAlienBoi]

At the end of the day, I say go for it. One of each can't hurt anyone. You get the performance and AWD if the EB, and the longevity and fuel economy of the hybrid. Can't really lose in that situation.

 

[Mabcim]

This is ‘why’ you need AWD:
You want AWD with the 2.0 so when you smash the gas, all 4 dig in and get you going. The 2.0 with FWD, tends to spin the tires when you smash it.


BTW - When I took a trip this summer (6.5 hr one way) I got 34+ mpg both ways.

 

[Hdscreens]

If it’s a cash buyer maybe a few might pay big money for the going green bandwagon. Although, some of those cash buyers think they can just throw cash and low ball too. If buyer is financing and given it’s a used vehicle which is common to see higher interest rates and insurance for used vehicles they might be put off by the higher costs. Would be nice if carvana or the max still have high trade/sell values.

 

[Bob The Builder]

I currently have (2) ‘23 hybrid XLT’s and love them, but I’m considering trading one for an EB. Since I retired I just don’t drive much and feel like I’m wasting the value of a hybrid. I’m putting less than 100 miles per month on the one I drive (my wife still works and puts more miles on hers).
I suspect we’re about to see another huge increase in gas prices, and when that happens there will be folks who are willing to pay stupid prices for a hybrid to “save money”. Combining the panic buying premium with the associated price drop of an AWD EB and I’m guessing there may be a $5k-$10k price difference.
That’s when I plan on selling my hybrid and buying an AWD EB. Not that I need AWD since I live in a North Texas metro area (and we rarely see snow), but because I WANT one! I will make a tenuous rationalization by saying that I will use the AWD during our biannual trip to the Rocky Mountains in Southern Colorado…

What you will really like with the AWD is the independent rear suspension. I drive about 200 miles a month and came to the same conclusion as you. I decided sacrificing AWD and IRS was not worth what little I would save annually on gas. If I still drove 25-30K a year, much different story. IMHO you are making a wise decision.

 

[WildGrok]

I currently have (2) ‘23 hybrid XLT’s and love them, but I’m considering trading one for an EB. Since I retired I just don’t drive much and feel like I’m wasting the value of a hybrid. I’m putting less than 100 miles per month on the one I drive (my wife still works and puts more miles on hers).
I suspect we’re about to see another huge increase in gas prices, and when that happens there will be folks who are willing to pay stupid prices for a hybrid to “save money”. Combining the panic buying premium with the associated price drop of an AWD EB and I’m guessing there may be a $5k-$10k price difference.
That’s when I plan on selling my hybrid and buying an AWD EB. Not that I need AWD since I live in a North Texas metro area (and we rarely see snow), but because I WANT one! I will make a tenuous rationalization by saying that I will use the AWD during our biannual trip to the Rocky Mountains in Southern Colorado…

Good plan!

 

[AncientMan]

Thanks Bob, I figured at most I’ll use an extra 30 gallons per year in an Ecoboost (1500 miles per year at 25 mpg = 60 gallons per year). Even at $5 a gallon it would take me decades to save the $5k I’d get up front by trading the Hybrid.
I still love the hybrid platform and will be keeping my wife’s in the driveway at least until she retires. When we go shopping we usually take her Mav anyway…

 

[Saltwater Cowboys]

Having one of each would be the ideal situation. If you could sell one hybrid and make a little money I say go for it.

 

[TomD]

I currently have (2) ‘23 hybrid XLT’s and love them, but I’m considering trading one for an EB. Since I retired I just don’t drive much and feel like I’m wasting the value of a hybrid. I’m putting less than 100 miles per month on the one I drive (my wife still works and puts more miles on hers).
I suspect we’re about to see another huge increase in gas prices, and when that happens there will be folks who are willing to pay stupid prices for a hybrid to “save money”. Combining the panic buying premium with the associated price drop of an AWD EB and I’m guessing there may be a $5k-$10k price difference.
That’s when I plan on selling my hybrid and buying an AWD EB. Not that I need AWD since I live in a North Texas metro area (and we rarely see snow), but because I WANT one! I will make a tenuous rationalization by saying that I will use the AWD during our biannual trip to the Rocky Mountains in Southern Colorado…

I would like to have an all wheel drive Tremor for using up north. Being the cheapskate I am I just can’t let go of the gas mileage. Since buying my truck back in March I probably have purchased 10 tanks of gas.
When I a tank that is mostly highway driving I still get over 38 mpg.
The truck is the perfect vehicle for an urban lifestyle. I can haul whatever I need to as I can with an F150. I can park and not worry about it getting it because it’s hanging out in the aisle. If I am forced to park in a parking structure I don’t need to park on the roof because the truck doesn’t fit in parking structures spaces.
My wife will drive it. She won’t even get in and out of the larger trucks. I am really surprised that more women are not buying these for their practicality. So far I couldn’t be happier.

 

[Fcnrwy]

I am too close to retirement and my job relocated two years ago. I do "walk to work" in the wintertime. Keeps the "pup" out of the road salt. Bought my FWD ECO because I am not yet a fan of the new tech. Gas milage is great, mid 30s...

Stick with YOUR Plan... best of both worlds..

Jerry

 

[Montana]

EB owners be like:

Funny how the tide turned from recall reports on this forum. The history shows us that Hybrid owners were quick to jump on EB's for early recalls and now... well...

But it really is about the features for most people. AWD and the Tremor are must haves for a lot of people considering small trucks. FORD knows if they made them all 2.5L Hybrids there would be no point for the 2.0 in these trucks, and while some do specifically want the EB, it's not really what this truck is about. A Hybrid AWD/4WD this size would dominate the market even more than the Maverick already has and I don't think FORD could keep up. But the EB is no slouch in the MPG department either. It does VERY well compared to other trucks this size and much better than "mid size" trucks do too.

I say get whatever makes you happy and fills that role for you.

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