"I Bought The Wrong Truck – Ford Maverick EcoBoost vs Hybrid" (by Engineering Explained)

[Toronto_Maverick]

I'm enjoying my 2023 EB and will keep it for quite some time. Unfortunately when I was looking there was no such thing as the Hybrid + 4k + AWD and when it came out a few months after I bought mine used...the price was close to 55k CAD BEFORE TAX (13%).

There's zero chance I would drive enough to justify that price difference (paid 33k + tax for mine used).

That would be close to 30k CAD in difference...I'd never make up that difference in usage during the anticipated lifetime of the vehicle.

When it's time to replace my EB...I'll be going hybrid Maverick or full EV (non-truck).

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[MaverRick]

I tried going full EV with the MachE but sold it back to Ford mainly due to lack of confidence in the charging infrastructure for road trips. I do miss the instant torque that you get with EV’s but when the EB turbo kicks in it feels almost as quick!

 

[Tiger Dude]

EE needs to RTFM and learn what the hill descent control switch does.

And one more thing to correct the guy who calls himself an engineer all the time, you can't compare turbo and non-turbo compression ratios, the Turbo's effective CR is likely about 18. Yes I have an engineering degree, but I haven't made it my primary life identifier.

 

[HeyBales]

EE needs to RTFM and learn what the hill descent control switch does.

And one more thing to correct the guy who calls himself an engineer all the time, you can't compare turbo and non-turbo compression ratios, the Turbo's effective CR is likely about 18. Yes I have an engineering degree, but I haven't made it my primary life identifier.

Ya - he stated a couple times the higher compression ratio that paper specs say based on size and stroke.
And he stated Atkinson cycle, which he's gone thru before doing the math on actual compression comparison. pretty sure it was him with whiteboard

But failed to mention it's not actually high compression in use, purposely designed.

ETA:
Hill Descent Control - he didn't specify looking for something when below 20 mph.
I thought he was talking normal daily usage, like our minimum residential speed limits are 25 mph.
That feature isn't going to help on the highway going down hills, or likely much in town either.

HOW DOES HILL DESCENT CONTROL WORK

Hill descent control can maintain vehicle speeds on downhill slopes between 2–20 mph (3–32 km/h). Above 20 mph (32 km/h), the system remains on but the descent speed cannot be set or maintained.
Note: The system does not function below 2 mph (3 km/h).
The system requires a cool down interval after a period of sustained use. Hill descent control provides a warning in the message center when the system is about to disengage for cooling. At this time, manually apply the brakes as needed to maintain descent speed.
Note: The amount of time that the system can remain active before cooling varies with conditions.

 

[Darryl]

People are oddly focused on the rather useless 0-60 metric on a commuter vehicle, IMO. With both EB models there's a lot of torque management that goes on off the line that really reduces the potential advantage there. The hybrid can just ask for the best gear ratio and sit the engine at high RPM until you're done accelerating which really closes the gap in that metric.

Where the EB's power advantage is noticeable is in passing power. Any sort of rolling start and it won't be close. I miss my 6 speed coyote when it comes to actual performance, but the EB never really leaves me disappointed either. Always feels like it has enough or a little bit more than needed power for any normal situation.

Again though, I really wanted the Tremor which doesn't have any other option. For the majority of people the hybrid will make more sense. It really maximizes the small truck benefits to the extreme.

And although not great, the 0-60 isn't too shabby. Even passing power is more than adequate in most situations. When they made it available with AWD and 4k towing, they broadened it appeal. Would a bit more passing power be appreciated? Of course. But am I more than pleased as it is. Yes.

 

[Darryl]

Ya - he stated a couple times the higher compression ratio that paper specs say based on size and stroke.
And he stated Atkinson cycle, which he's gone thru before doing the math on actual compression comparison. pretty sure it was him with whiteboard

But failed to mention it's not actually high compression in use, purposely designed.

ETA:
Hill Descent Control - he didn't specify looking for something when below 20 mph.
I thought he was talking normal daily usage, like our minimum residential speed limits are 25 mph.
That feature isn't going to help on the highway going down hills, or likely much in town either.

HOW DOES HILL DESCENT CONTROL WORK

Hill descent control can maintain vehicle speeds on downhill slopes between 2–20 mph (3–32 km/h). Above 20 mph (32 km/h), the system remains on but the descent speed cannot be set or maintained.
Note: The system does not function below 2 mph (3 km/h).
The system requires a cool down interval after a period of sustained use. Hill descent control provides a warning in the message center when the system is about to disengage for cooling. At this time, manually apply the brakes as needed to maintain descent speed.
Note: The amount of time that the system can remain active before cooling varies with conditions.

I've noticed that in normal driving and eco mode, my hybrid seldom gains speed even when going down a relatively steep hill . Even moreso in tow and Low mode. The good thing about the hybrid Maverick is that you can drive at highway speeds in Low mode. It simply gives better "engine" braking.

 

[HeyBales]

Ya, and that's only hybrid ability.
The video comment about hills was talking about EB and lack of ability to pick which lower gear you want.

So you gotta have the option of Hill Descent in first place, and it's only below 20.

 

[Dad]

Excellent video. Differences between the Maverick versions explained very well. Thank for posting

 

[Parabellum]

I love my EB for what it is. I got an insane deal on a 25 so I couldn’t pass it up. That being said. When the time comes and my son get this Maverick, I will 100% get an awd 4k Lux hybrid Maverick for my retirement gift to myself lol. The 4k isn’t a big deal for towing as we have a 15 coyote f150 for that but it is nice to have the option there for light duty stuff.

 

[Pointyears]

I love my EB for what it is. I got an insane deal on a 25 so I couldn’t pass it up. That being said. When the time comes and my son get this Maverick, I will 100% get an awd 4k Lux hybrid Maverick for my retirement gift to myself lol. The 4k isn’t a big deal for towing as we have a 15 coyote f150 for that but it is nice to have the option there for light duty stuff.

I always like the heavier duty equipment that comes with towing packages even if I'm never going to tow anything.

 

[Mikeske]

I am one for the simplest engine combinations that I understand and that is a traditionaly powered power train. As with everything the 2.0 liter is also the most powerful and power means you will lose some efficiency but I don’t care

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