Great discussion.
I really like the 2.5L Atkinson-cycle on the Hybrid application. The thermal efficiency is superb and the torque of the electric motor to launch and some acceleration works great.
Am optimistic this will last for 300k+ miles by keeping up with maintenance.
Owned my Maverick for 33 months now, replaced a Honda CRV as the daily driver. The hybrid system is just awesome. Same basic drivetrain as a Toyota, but with a useful bed. I really thought Toyota would create a RAV4 variant to compete with the Maverick.
Only real complaint is the wireless...
Ran my oil on third change for 11,000 miles (rounded). Here is my analysis from Blackstone for anyone interested. Oil changed at dealer to keep warranty records intact for the drive train.
Oil life monitor was at 29%.
Blackstone Oil Analysis
I do normal driving in this vehicle.
Errands...
If I've commented on this thread before, apologies for likely repeating myself.
ACC is a game changer, but like anything else, must now how to use it.
Stop and go in urban traffic. It just works. The line cutters foul this up some, but just know how to adapt. Once stopped a tap on the torque...
Since getting the Maverick in Oct. '23, been 30k trouble free mechanical miles. Never seen the 120VAC work though, so I turn it in for Warranty. Told will be 10-15 days before they can get to it. I ask if I can just get in line and they can call me. I live in walking distance to the dealer...
The fact that the Maverick will pull a reasonable tow load and when not towing provide an exceptional people moving economy is awesome. The TFL Truck episode of the '25 Maverick hybrid pulling up grade towards the Eisenhower tunnel is impressive.
So love this vehicle overall. I have the FWD...
No indicator lamp. Have not yet pulled fuse.
Per manual, fuse seems to be fuse #15, page 202. Is this the correct fuse for the invertors? If not, what fuse number?
2023_Maverick_Owners_Manual_version_1_om_EN-US.pdf
Bit of tangent, but perhaps you don't need or really want a keypad.
I got my '23 Lariat with a keypad and was really happy that it came with the keypad. Now owning it for 18 months, I rarely use the keypad as I can remote lock/unlock and the greatness of the touch to lock when exiting just...