All of these replies have been super helpful, thanks everyone! Still think I'm leaning DIBL, but I'm going to ask around with a few folks I know who have had them in other trucks for many years to see if local rust & salt have been a problem for them. I've seen it both ways!
Looked up that Muslogy bed mat - not too bad for what it is, but it looks like it sits inside the DIBL, not underneath it on the edges - is that how yours is? Or is there enough stretch to get the lip around the edge tucked under the DIBL sides?
How long was your DIBL in before you removed it?
Fair point about impact protection, though I was mostly thinking scuffs and scratches originally! True, both is an option, though it would be an expensive one!
So, my 2025 is finally scheduled, and I'm anticipating delivery by end of January! I ordered without any bedliner to ensure there was nothing that could possibly hold up my order (in case of supply constraints). Originally, I had planned to have a SIBL added after delivery locally - but I'm...
I mean, I'm considering finding someone to swap my blue accents for orange in the future, so... 😂
I figured there would end up being some sorry of swap thread once 2025s roll out!
I suspect the swap won't look that great because of the accent stitching on the seats, but I'll know more once I...
I was worried I wouldn't be a big fan of the XLT headlights since they're missing that "signature LED" from the Lariat, but the video in particular seemed to show that they are way more 3-dimensional than Ford's renderings show - I really like them!
Especially the way they cut the lens cover...
To answer your question, Desert Sand will almost certainly look better with the Lariat interior. It's not the SAME shade as the Smoked Truffle accent inside, but it's definitely the closest. That said, Eruption Green is objectively the best choice...:wink:
And no, I'm definitely not just...
Just an FYI to others who have ordered a 2025 - I received my confirmation email from Ford directly this morning at 10:00 AM Eastern!
Ordered a 2025 XLT Hybrid AWD on August 2nd. Dealer confirmed the order from Ford on August 5th, but I hadn't received anything direct from Ford until today...
I think that Automatic climate is limited to Lariat and above on the 2025s, right? Now, truthfully, I don't see why you couldn't enable that feature via Forscan if all the controls are in software - it's not like there are physical differences between the different trim levels anymore!
But...
Velocity Blue is probably the most cohesive color for the '25, and I would have ordered that color if Eruption Green wasn't available, for sure. A note about the BAP though - it really doesn't change much about the interior, and all the trim pieces that are adjacent to the exterior panels are...
I ordered eruption green! I know many people are saying the blue interior doesn't work with it, but honestly the blue interior doesn't work perfectly with several of the colors. That's what we get for having a navy interior!
I've seen EG in person on many broncos and mustangs, and I think it's...
Ultimately I decided to stay at XLT AWD Hybrid Lux because it was near the top of my budget, and personally I do not like the ActiveX material at all. I also prefer the smaller wheels because the roads in drive for my commute are horrendous, and the extra sidewall means a much more comfortable...
Just chiming in to say that I did get confirmation from my dealer (forwarded me the email from Ford), but I haven't gotten the direct email from Ford yet.
I ordered August 2nd and got that forwarded email on August 5th.
So refreshing to see someone who understands how the eCVT and planetary gear system works! Drive ratios are somewhat meaningless with the Maverick Hybrid's eCVT.
I'd like to know what Ford really did to "beef up" the transmission for 2025 - I work in a facility that makes planetary gear boxes...
I'll acknowledge that I probably have a little bit of bias, since I ordered a '25, but...
I don't get the hate. This is a way more modern look, more in line with the F-150, and clearly denotes the mid-cycle refresh from the outside. I don't love the grille pattern, and I do think they could...
I just got my confirmation from the Dealer, but it was forwarded to me from my sales lady. She indicated no one was sure yet if Ford would be sending out emails to individuals or handling it through the dealer this year, seemed to be some conflicting information at the dealership.
Regardless, I...