2022-2025 Ford Maverick: Hybrid Explained

A Hybrid 101 for the all-new 2022-2025 Ford Maverick. Frequently asked questions answered. How does it work? What's it like to drive? Can you work on it yourself? Do you have to plug it in? And more!

Chapter Markers
0:00 Introduction
0:39 Hybrid 101
3:23 Driving Behavior
4:21 Ford's Powertrain
6:00 DYI Maintenance
7:24 Summary

[onthemoverealestatephotogr]

I ordered a black XLT hybrid Maverick. This will be my first truck and my first hybrid. I’m psyched!

[sharonaerneckeaitchison]

We currently own a Ford CMAX Hybrid ~ it's approaching 100, 000 miles, and other than routine maintenance, never an issue. Thus, we have our BRAND SPANKIN' NEW 2022 Maverick on order. Come onnnn, March 2022!!

[robertm]

I love the nonchalant "It can kill you."

[jeremywheeler]

This is a pretty good video thoroughly explaining the ecvt. I was really worried about it initially given what I know about Nissan cvts. I did some research first and got my order in at the beginning of july. I can't wait to get into my new car.... My very first brand new car.

[kellydavis]

These kinds of hybrids are my favorite. You don't even think about it until you notice how good the mileage is

[ccroy]

As someone who recently bought a Fusion hybrid, this is a great video! It is my 1st hybrid and researching online I ran into so much conflicting or just wrong information about the hybrid system. I didn't worry too much as my sister had the 1st gen Escape hybrid and it was fine. I like the way you just clearly walked through how everything works. I love driving my hybrid, you don't do anything different except buy less gas, less often!

[daveedson]

I have had 3 Ford or Lincoln hybrids. They have all been exceptional, with only 1 hybrid related failure, a switch on the ventilation damper door on my 1st hybrid, a 2005 Escape. I've put a total of over 500K miles on these, my last one was a Lincoln MKZ and I traded it in with 216K on it and it still had the original plugs and rear brakes. These cars are very refined and extremely reliable. I laugh at people who try to tell me that I will regret having a hybrid because of higher maintenance costs. Oil change on the Lincoln recommended at 10K, I pushed it to 15K with oil quality still good. Brake life is unbelievable. No transmission maintenance required. 12V battery life is great because it doesn't have the starter wearing it out. I had a Ford salesman try to low ball me on trading in my Lincoln telling me about the maintenance costs I was in store for, I laughed in his face and picked up my keys and left. I don't know many people with more hybrid experience than me, and its been all good.

[danmallery]

I have a 2014 C-Max Energi. It is one of the best cars I have ever owned. One thing that really isn't brought up is how long the consumable components last. Since the engine is used so little compared to the electric, I get over a year between oil changes (even then, it almost doesn't need it but I do anyway because I am afraid of oil viscosity breaking down because of the time). I still have the original brake pads on at 81k miles (because of regenerative braking) and the last time I check, I estimate I will get 120k miles on them! We get about 60 mpg out of it (and my wife's driving is not really ideal for maximizing mileage, either). I own 7 cars and trucks and all have V-8's except the C-Max and my sandrail so I am not exactly a tree hugger, but I will not be giving up that C-Max for commuting anytime soon unless it is for another plug in hybrid or a full electric.

[word]

GREAT clear and informative video! Thank you for making this, I’m seeing so many comments with people concerned about the “”cvt””…. it’s an ECVT and it shares no resemblance to the notorious CVTs of old. I would bet the Ford Mavericks with the long proven and iterated Ford Hybrid drivetrain will be even more reliable than the Ecoboost optioned ones. Mark my words, especially when you consider the fewer moving parts and regenerative braking saving the brakes in the Hybrid system. People don’t realize that Ford tested an earlier version of this Hybrid drivetrain in NYC taxis for YEARS… and many of them are still running fine!

[russburton]

It's good to know the regen kicks in while coasting as well as breaking. Thanks for the video

[williamborges]

I love my 2017 Ford C-Max Hybrid. So, I was thrilled that the Maverick will have an updated version of that incredibly smooth power train. Unlike some other manufacturers' hybrids Ford's will actually operate in electric mode at freeway speeds. My C-Max does slightly over 70 with flat grades for a few miles at a time.

[TheRnwood]

Excellent explanation of the entire system! Looking forward to this little truck coming out.

[robertopena]

Great simple break down of the transmission. patiently waiting on mine!

[jameshowe]

I forgot to mention, my hybrid hylander was is rated at 35 mpg combined. I am averaging 37.4 mpg. I have found that the electric power can be controlled by barely touching the excelerater. All these things are explained in the owners manual. Also, I bought it off the showroom floor on a rainy Friday night 15 minutes before closing time. It stickered for $47600. After 2 hours of negotiating back and forth, my purchase price was$38700. I drove several other vehicles, but nobody would budge on price. I was getting $1600. Off sticker at best on other brands. And also my Toyota was built in southern Indiana close to home. So if this is your first hybrid. Go for it and don't look back. You'll love it.

[markaruski]

Thanks for covering this and making a distinction that this isn't a 'pulley and belt'-design CVT (like the Nissan CVT disasters). Very interesting, I would consider one of these trucks!

[willie]

Its about time people understand that ecvt and cvt transmissions are NOT the same thing, they need to see this video, great explanation:)!

[jarnts]

This is the most informative, thorough explanation of how the hybrid system works, and why it is is awesome, out there. Amazing job.

[SinAlameda]

I have recently received, after 9 months+, my hybrid Maverick. It's pretty great! I generally can't tell when the engine is running, and I've been getting 40+ mpg. The steering wheel is hard plastic and terrible in my XLT, I may change that, but everything else has been terrific. Good job Ford!

[dennisporter]

Wow.. pretty cool.. I had alot of my thoughts answered.. you made it easy for us to understand the Maverick Hybrid.. Thanks for sharing the information!

[wayne]

Thanks so much, Sam, for putting this tutorial together for all of us non-hybrid familiar Maverick fans. Great graphics and clear explanations of the various components and their functions - I learned a lot. I'm waiting patiently (actually impatiently!) for my email from Ford regarding the build date for my Maverick. First truck in many years that I've been really excited about.