Correct- instead of a small muffler looking device, that thin patch allows some exhaust pressure to be dissipated (reduce noise) while somehow still sending the exhaust out the tailpipe. It's a lot cheaper than the old resonators.
Cheaper, AND it saves a decent amount of weight. I don't know the exact figure, but I'm sure it would be somewhere between 15-30 lbs.
If your versa can make it up the driveway so would a stock Maverick.
I completely disagree. There’s zero reason to use something new when Ford’s mechanical AWD system is proven and reliable.
I get that they want to save by reusing stuff but a mechanically decoupled electric motor is probably simpler overall. Plus, doesn't Ford share hybrid IP with Toyota?
I get that they want to save by reusing stuff but a mechanically decoupled electric motor is probably simpler overall. Plus, doesn't Ford share hybrid IP with Toyota?
Plus, did I mention more power?!!?
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Most Toyota hybrids that have a separate motor for AWD generate less power the motor is smaller and outputs 25 to 40 hp. The way Ford does it allows the rear wheel system to get even split of power to all wheels. The computer on the system will adjust to send power to the wheels that grip rather then the ones that are slipping. I belive this is how the Eco boost model and Escape AWD work.
No Ford no longer shares any IP with Toyota. They co-developed the initial hybrid drivetrain but that was 20 years ago.I get that they want to save by reusing stuff but a mechanically decoupled electric motor is probably simpler overall. Plus, doesn't Ford share hybrid IP with Toyota?
Plus, did I mention more power?!!?
License plate, as installed on mine.I'm currently waiting for my 2025 Maverick Hybrid AWD Lariat. Of course I could not resist the urge to see the new generation in person at my local Ford Dealership. The big item that I wanted to see was the rear differential which appears to be very similar to the AWD ecoboost's verison.
While at the dealership i compared the gap between the upper and lower grill for the beteen a 2024 and 2025 model as I was curious how the license plate will fit. It appears Ford slightly increased that bumper distance so the license plate should sit in between without interference with the radar sensors.
Here are some pics of an XLT
Well that’s disappointing. I just assumed Ford would use an electric motor at the back rather than run a driveshaft. It’s an archaic way to achieve AWD.
I agree but also disagree. I like the fact the rear wheels will ALWAYS have power despite the batteries state of charge because they can be driven by the engine. The only downside is you have a driveshaft hump that eats into the cab space. I feel having a mechanically driven rear wheels is better for off road as well.
The hump and it’s just not as efficient. There is a lot of energy loss spinning a driveshaft they having the energy turn 90 degrees to the wheels and because the AWD would be used very little I don’t think battery state of charge would have little effect. Seems to work for Toyota and they use it on every AWD platform.
Nah just drive your lifted hybrid at 25 mph with a huge line of cars behind you and mpg won't be too bad
Take your AWD hybrid RAV4 off road and lemme know when MORR comes to save your ass.
