I Think The Maverick is The Best Entry Level Vehicle Ever Created

[Deleted member 5352]

The Maverick definitely has character. That's what appeals most to me. Anytime when I drive it I can't help but feel a little special since they're still so uncommon despite being two years into production. I actually hope it stays that way. If they got pumped out as much as F-150s it wouldn't feel special anymore and would eventually come across as boring.

The best (and worst) part is the interior. It's great because it doesn't look like anything else on the market. There's so much attention to detail in an effort to make cheap materials look unique. The different colors, the textured door panels/dashboard trim, the cubby hole on the side of the touchscreen, the shape of the armrests/grab handles, the exposed rivets, the two-tone seats with the denim pattern on XLTs. Even the buttons on the center console are different.

It's also bad because the materials themselves do not hold up very well. Like everyone mentions, it scratches very easily, even without you touching it. The high touch points especially don't stand a chance. Looking at used ones, the common trouble spots are the bottoms of the door panels where people like to kick open the door (which is a stupid thing to do imo) the door handles, the b-pillar trim, the beauty caps around the seat rails, the power seat adjustments if equipped, and the back of the center console. Even when being careful it still manages to scratch which is the main gripe I have with it. I understand that it was built on a strict budget to keep the affordable cost but it wouldn't hurt to have better quality plastics so it will wear better overtime.

Overall, I couldn't agree more OP. This is definitely up there with the all-time best entry level vehicles made.

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[MAVRICK]

Except the factory in Mexico that makes the maverick has an absolutely incredible reputation for making quality/reliable vehicles. It's often viewed as the standard for quality not just within Ford, but to other brands as well.

Says who?

 

[StarNut]

Honda Fit. Maybe a bit short in the "good looking" department tho. But my 5MT was a blast to drive, never needed any unexpected repairs, and could haul endless amounts of crap.

I agree. I had a 2009 Fit, traded it in for a 2020 after 329,000 miles. I love my new Fit, but I can't carry all the equipment I use for my hobby and have anyone else in the car, let alone bring someone else with me. The Maverick will fit that bill with the bed being large enough to carry my equipment and still have room for several people in the cabin.

 

[bgn]

Says who?

Yeah, I'm not buying it. Labor quality aside, much of the quality these days isn't up to the quality of the factory putting it together. It's all the subcontractors who have issues or have produced a part to Ford's economy specifications.

For example, the factory could do everything right, and if Ford specced garbage interior plastics (like they did) then quality still falls short immensely.

 

[FloodingdowninTX]

It's a cheap vehicle built with cheap labor by one of the most recalled manufacturers in America.

While it has no competition when considering the bed and price, it would not be my first choice in the 25-40k price range if I didn't need a bed.

Cheap vehicle mass production on an assembly line by an army of laborers for the everyday consumer was Henry Ford's original premise.

 

[fossil]

Maverick be like

BGN be like

 

[A Sturdy Beast]

Can anyone else name an entry level product from any mainstream brand that's been this affordable, practical, reliable, efficient, good looking, fun to drive? While also having this much character? I've never seen another affordable vehicle that has this much passion put into it.

I've been in civics, in Kia Rios, Toyota tercels, cruzes, fiestas. There's always this underlying message of "We don't really care about you" that you get from something like a Corolla or a civic. It's a "They'll take whatever we give them" mentality. The maverick is the first entry level vehicle I've ever experienced that doesn't feel or act like an entry level vehicle, that's a major reason why it's sucessful imo. The efficiency and versatility is great, but it's also an affordable vehicle that values you as it's owner.

I am amazed at what I get for the money with my Maverick. I like almost everything about it, and to me it looks better than many $50,000 vehicles. We Maverick owners (and those with one on order) know a hot deal when we see it.

 

[OneAlienBoi]

Says who?

People who study the industry.

 

[MAVRICK]

People who study the industry.

Such as? ... can you cite one authoritative source and point to their "study" ...

 

[bgn]

Cheap vehicle mass production on an assembly line by an army of laborers for the everyday consumer was Henry Ford's original premise.

There was also a quality premise.

 

[MLA62563]

I've owned a pretty extensive variety of cars and trucks over the last forty years, and I agree with your assessment 100%.
And I for one have no beef whatsoever with the quality and durability of the interior plastics. I love the appearance, and I have yet to find a single scuff or scratch in over a year and a half.

 

[710-oil-614]

It is interesting because the concept has been there before with no track record of results as far as sales numbers go. The Sport Trac, Baja, even the early Rangers, the S-10 had a 4 door variant in the late 90s/early 00s.

I think it is two things really - one is that buyers' lifestyles have changed and trucks have become more desirable.

The other is that the Maverick feels like a truck. Ford really did make it feel like a smaller version of their F-Series vehicles and that to me is what allows it to succeed.

Time will tell if the Maverick stands up to the test of time (10 years, 100k miles ,etc) but so far it has shown to be a massive hit, and I am happy to own it. I'm not sure what other vehicle I would prefer to own currently that costs only $31,500.

 

[710-oil-614]

Except the factory in Mexico that makes the maverick has an absolutely incredible reputation for making quality/reliable vehicles. It's often viewed as the standard for quality not just within Ford, but to other brands as well.

I had serious issues with my Dearborn built Bronco so much so that I sold it less than 90 days after ownership and I was almost certain I would never buy another Ford again based on the quality of the Bronco.

My Tremor (sans 1 scratch above the front passenger door) is perfect. The folks down at Hermosillo built me a hell of a truck I couldn't be more pleased with.

 

[Fcnrwy]

original Ranger springs to mind.

2nd that!!

I had three copies, wish I had a fourth..
But, the times have changed. More people carrier (4-doors) and less cargo (4+foot bed).
At $25,845 the Maverick is doing fine.

Jerry

 

[BuddyS]

I agree 100%, but if Honda re-released the original CRX with airbags I'd buy one tomorrow.

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