Keep 23 maverick another yr. or order a 26. Differential cost. Warranty etc

[CajunMick]

I too on the fence for 2026 or later model. My EB has 97xx miLes, will be 2 yo. Not a fan of AWD nor 4WD. Would like 2WD.

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[scotty]

2025 Maverick XLT hybrid, paid off, no extended warranty and not planning to buy any warranty, planning to keep the vehicle for about 10 yrs. Currently at 13k miles. Brakes, tires, 12v batteries oil changes etc EVERY vehicle out there needs that stuff. Like I said, take care of your vehicle and it should last that long without issues. The 2.5 duratec engine in these Mavericks is bulletproof and the Hybrid battery should be good for at least 100k miles. Buying the exact same vehicle after a mere 3 years of use and 11k miles makes absolutely no sense at all, especially since you are skeptical about the Maverick reliability and current market conditions.

Thanks again for response. What i am about to say has some soundness to it. but facts are not substantiated it.

If I bought a 26 I would not have maintenance cost for the current 23 maverick because I would sell it before needing it if i chose a 26. right? That money would then be used for a 26. My maverick is paid for and I might be able to go to carvana for 25,000 (xlt low miles).

Why I consider this for a 26 is because I have always had to fix and repair everything on my cars for a long time. I will be 72 years in December. I do believe in what you said about the 2.5 duratec that's gives me peace of mind.

if i get 25,000 for maverick and buy 26 for $32,000 that would be 7,000 for 2 yrs and 7 mths.
That's difference of 7,000. rough math would mean 2700 per year i drove for. without paying for maintenance cost and Peace of mind that i would get for a new car. I just have repaired so many cars over the years. I can't think of going under the hood and learning about a hybrid.

I wish God would say do this or that. Again thanks

 

[710-oil-614]

I too on the fence for 2026 or later model. My EB has 97xx miLes, will be 2 yo. Not a fan of AWD nor 4WD. Would like 2WD.

Why aren’t you a fan of AWD?

 

[jcs]

Thanks again for response. What i am about to say has some soundness to it. but facts are not substantiated it.

If I bought a 26 I would not have maintenance cost for the current 23 maverick because I would sell it before needing it if i chose a 26. right? That money would then be used for a 26. My maverick is paid for and I might be able to go to carvana for 25,000 (xlt low miles).

Why I consider this for a 26 is because I have always had to fix and repair everything on my cars for a long time. I will be 72 years in December. I do believe in what you said about the 2.5 duratec that's gives me peace of mind.

if i get 25,000 for maverick and buy 26 for $32,000 that would be 7,000 for 2 yrs and 7 mths.
That's difference of 7,000. rough math would mean 2700 per year i drove for. without paying for maintenance cost and Peace of mind that i would get for a new car. I just have repaired so many cars over the years. I can't think of going under the hood and learning about a hybrid.

I wish God would say do this or that. Again thanks

The math isn't matching here. You are assuming that you will get 25k for your 2023 XLT, thats pretty unlikely and also you are assuming that you will be able to find a 2026 for $32k that's also a stretch. But ok, with your sale and purchase numbers, you are saying that you will spend $2700 on a 11k mile vehicle on tires, oil changes, 12v batteries brakes, and you will need to do that every year? I get that convenience is a thing and at your age thats important but my friend, that's not good economics in any book. There are more ways to enjoy that $ than on a depreciating asset like a car, especially since you barely drive it.

 

[scotty]

Your logic is very bizarre. You won't need brakes until close to 100k miles and you won't be needing tires any time soon with less than 10k miles. If you really think you need a new battery that is only $130 on Amazon. Keep the truck and buy a warranty if you want peace of mind. You will come out way behind to buy new. Mavericks have only got more expensive each year.

All good logic you stated. My thinking is bizarre that what makes it good. Bizarre so to speak as you suggested is what I would need utilize in my field of work over the years. I believe "critical thinking serves better. But I like bizarre better.

Didn't know brakes would go 100,000 miles. I guess because hybrid. That is a significant fact. I like knowing a battery is 130 and not 220. I will also look into an ext warranty which monies if not used could be used toward a 26 maverick purchase. Three year warranty without knowledge of cost, maybe 800 to 1000 per year. Only a guess. That money could also be used for purchase of new maverick. I am leaning now with everyone suggestions is to wait and buy a 27 maverick. Of course I would also have depreciation for an extended year since not buying a 26 which would cost me about 2300 for another years cost. If my numbers are some what close. I was hoping others would have told me this information, so I didn't have to guess. But it is what it is.

I bought my maverick total for 26,000. a 26 could be a cost of 32,000. That means my current maverick would have cost me about 7000 for 3 years of driving. In return that means about roughly 2300 yearly. What is the cost for a driving a car per year.

The caravan I had for 10 years cost me $500 per year to drive. Of course I did all maintenance.

 

[JimLuvsTrucks]

When the warranty ran out on my low-mileage 2021 Maverick Lariat, I traded it in while it still had value for a new 2025 Maverick Lariat. It's what I tend to do. Is it the right choice for anyone? Maybe.

 

[CajunMick]

Why aren’t you a fan of AWD?

My “retired” driving here, flatland, and not like more moving parts, complexity.

 

[RR - All the way]

How long is everyone going to get jerked around by this "almost 72" year old OP who appears to be playing games???? P.S. Don't say I do not respect my elders; I am 80

 

[Waterick]

You mentioned a 25 as a potential. Was it because price would be maybe 2000 less then a 26?

Thanks for suggestion. No I am not looking for awd, living in south florida.
I love the 23 hybrid I have.

Just trying to ask others to contribute data in deciding to order a 26 vs. buying ext warranty in year when the 36,000 miles ends.

I know if i keep 23 i will have to buy tires, 12v battery within a year. And if keep it for another 2 yrs maybe brakes. That money could then be used to purchase a new truck.
Just hope no a/c issue when truck reaches 3yr warranty. because hybrid ac expensive.

I really doubt in your use case, that you will need brakes with in the next eight years. Remember, your driving a hybrid that uses mostly regenerative braking to slow you by using the generator to recharge the HVB. Our 2014 Prius is just now getting near needing front brake pads at 100k. The miles you use, at 10 years your looking at half that. New vehicle money pays for lot more than brakes and tires. Look closely at features no longer included in any newer model trim your considering to make sure you're not disappointed. Also remember, the hybrid unique components are covered for eight years/100k miles, although I don't believe it covers the AC.

 

[Ranch]

I live in California were registration and insurance for a brand new Maverick is higher and goes down with it's value.

Not sure if this effects the OP's monetary calculations.

 

[Darryl]

Don't want to keep maverick to long because of hybrid. Depreciation and others leery about buying as hybrid ages and maintenance: 12v battery, tires, brakes. I have had nothing but cars in past that were more then 10 yrs when bought and they were rebuilt but kept me on the road. I fix all my cars in past but hybrid i like can't be repaired by me.

I understand not wanting to do a lot of repairs on vehicles. As far as the hybrid goes, the battery and hybrid components have a 10-year 100,000 mi warranty. So there's no need to worry about that. As far as maintenance goes, at the rate you drive it will be a long time before you need any thing other than oil changes. New vehicles don't really need much maintenance. And hybrids tend to be very reliable even after warranty. But if you decide to get a new one, I would probably get a 2025 since a couple of features have been removed from the 2026. I love the larger screen on the 2025 despite the lack of physical climate controls. The touch controls are not bad at all.
Most of the complaints are simply because people philosophically want regular controls. But in practicality, it's not bad, just different. I almost got a 2024. But I am glad they did not have the 2024 hybrid because I would have immediately felt let down once I saw the 2025 . Trading now doesn't really make financial sense. But that's okay because you want what you want. And there's nothing wrong with that.

 

[FischAutoTechGarten]

just buy an extended warranty to last you until the 2028 resign is available... if you don't like the redesign, then pick up a 2027 leftover from a lot at a reduced price at that point. You literally have less than two years to wait in order to see what a 2028 looks like.. and then can pass or place an order.

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