Buyer's remorse on FWD Hybrids?

[corboto]

I already sold my 23 Hybrid because I need a truck with AWD and 4k towing package to replace my F150. I need a car that does great in the snow and can also tow my small camper, so I saw the writing on the wall that I needed to sell my Maverick to get an AWD. I will be placing an order tomorrow as soon as the order banks open up.

Those that own Hybrids - will we see the "value" drop on the FWD version because people will prefer the AWD version? Do you regret buying your FWD hybrid and not waiting for the AWD that we knew was coming at some point?

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[LSchicago]

I have no remorse. I bought what I needed and wanted. No need for AWD. The 4K tow would be nice to have, but no need for that either.

On Edit: Now that 2025 pricing is out I see that it would be $7,000 more to get AWD & 4K. And I'd lose my sliding window, and console outlet. Very happy I bought in 2023. As much as I like the Atlas Blue, that eruption green is sweet. I asked for that when the 22's came out.

 

[tom_tucker]

I'm 23,000 miles into it on a private offer, no issues and a nice set of snow tires. Not gonna be upgrading to AWD any time soon and no regrets to say the least. I could really use AWD but not worth upgrading.

 

[MM Mav]

Zero regrets with my FWD Hybrid.
I have no need for AWD, especially at a price premium.

 

[Glen Baker LLC]

No regrets whatsoever.
I sure wish it were a plug-in-hybrid.

 

[1929]

I already sold my 23 Hybrid because I need a truck with AWD and 4k towing package to replace my F150. I need a car that does great in the snow and can also tow my small camper, so I saw the writing on the wall that I needed to sell my Maverick to get an AWD. I will be placing an order tomorrow as soon as the order banks open up.

Those that own Hybrids - will we see the "value" drop on the FWD version because people will prefer the AWD version? Do you regret buying your FWD hybrid and not waiting for the AWD that we knew was coming at some point?

Zero regret. And have you seen the pricing for the 2025? Value drop is not expected on FWD Hybrid Maverick.

 

[VicRattlehead]

2k or 4k tow is still not enough for what I need so that’s not a deal breaker nor is the awd. For the two or three times a year it really really snows around here that’s not even worth the upgrade. I have a f150 that I use for towing and it’s 4x4 so it’ll cover those rare Chicago snowstorms.

now the keyless fob on an xlt might be worth the upgrade lol

 

[mepot101]

Nope, happy with my choice. Plus I don't like the look of the grill on the 25.

 

[huunvubu]

I already sold my 23 Hybrid because I need a truck with AWD and 4k towing package to replace my F150. I need a car that does great in the snow and can also tow my small camper, so I saw the writing on the wall that I needed to sell my Maverick to get an AWD. I will be placing an order tomorrow as soon as the order banks open up.

Those that own Hybrids - will we see the "value" drop on the FWD version because people will prefer the AWD version? Do you regret buying your FWD hybrid and not waiting for the AWD that we knew was coming at some point?

No regrets.

I live in Texas and have no need for AWD.

 

[ARDU]

No need for AWD at the price they are asking.

Only regret will be when axles go out and hopefully will be in warranty. I think there is a manufacturer axle defect.

 

[No Brand]

If I need to tow anything 2000 LB > I have an F250 Diesel.

 

[OXHB619]

Zero regrets. My MSRP was like 34k (without price protection) for a 2022 Lariat Lux w/moon roof and an upcharge paint. Take away Sync4 and the 360 Cameras, I think a similar spec 25 would be 40k plus. No way AWD makes financial sense for me in South Texas, honestly I feel like I was lucky to get it at pre "inflation" pricing. Anyone being honest with themselves, AWD / 4x4 and a lot of truck packages are just way to Ford to increase margins for people that will never benefit from all the high margin crap they add.

 

[zach57x]

No need for AWD at the price they are asking.

Only regret will be when axles go out and hopefully will be in warranty. I think there is a manufacturer axle defect.

Yup. Hopefully there is a recall for this eventually. Mine haven’t failed yet but if your’s (or anyone reading this) have complain for ford and the nhtsa

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