We had a 2018 Escape with the 1.5EB. at 16k it was leaking coolant into one of the cylinders and throwing a CEL and getting a misfire. Ford could not get a replacement engine for over two months. We ended up trading it for a 19' F150, that was our dealer loaner. LOL
Yet they make the same rated power numbers as the other 2.0T variants. And of course we will not see V6 twin turbo gains...
40/60 at the wheels are legit, tangible gains and will move the Mav along pretty nicely.
You will see all 250hp with Premium. Regular grade will obviously be ok though.
Regardless, run a tank of Premium every once and a while. Or add some good injector cleaner in every 5k.
Testament to the capability of the AWD Maverick, even on the factory Conti's. Nothing to do with bragging about driving. It isn't that serious brother.
Also born and raised in Detroit MI...drove in feet of snow with RWD only vehicles with no snow tires. so.. spare the pissing contest. If you took offense to me detailing an experience, I am not sure what to tell you.