The Ford Maverick shook up the pickup market by proving that a truck doesn't have to be big to attract plenty of attention. It gives shoppers a smaller alternative in a segment where pickups have traditionally grown larger with each generation. If the Maverick is on your shopping list, here's what you'll want to know about this 2027 Ford compact pickup.
Key Takeaways:
- Recent updates mean the Ford Maverick has few significant differences for '27.
- Max payload capacity for the Maverick is 1,500 pounds.
- A 13.2-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is standard across the board.
Why Are the Maverick's Changes Limited This Year?
The Maverick is still fresh from its 2025 styling update, which Ford followed with even more refinements for 2026. That means 2027 is a quiet year for the Mav with no new changes in store.
What Are the Maverick's Powertrain Choices?
The Mav features a standard 191-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder and electric motor with power managed through a CVT. Unlike earlier configurations that limited drivetrain choices, the hybrid pairs with either front- or all-wheel drive.
More horsepower is available from the optional turbocharged engine. The 2.0-liter four-cylinder produces 250 ponies and mates with an eight-speed automatic. Ford offers front-wheel drive with the turbo engine on the XL, but other trim levels feature available all-wheel drive.
How Big Is the Maverick's Bed?
Pretty substantial, and Ford makes good use of available space. Car and Driver found that it can accommodate 18 sheets of three-quarter-inch plywood laid flat.
Power is available back there as well. A 12-volt outlet is standard, and an optional 110-volt outlet provides additional power for equipment, tools, or accessories.
What Is the Towing and Hauling Capacity for the Ford Maverick?
Payload capacity is 1,500 pounds. Standard towing capacity is 2,000 pounds, but buyers who need more can select the Tow Package and raise that number to 4,000 pounds.
Does the Maverick Give You a Comfortable, Modern Cabin?
Don't let the Maverick's small size fool you. Sold exclusively with four doors, its rear seating suits children better than tall adults, but the layout gives owners a second row without the larger footprint of a traditional pickup.
Standard convenience gear includes remote keyless entry, adjustable lumbar support for the front seats, and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel with audio controls. Higher trims add more available amenities, including power-adjustable front seats, ambient lighting, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Tech takes center stage in the Mav, thanks to a 13.2-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hotspot across trims. Buyers can also select wireless charging, SiriusXM, and a B&O Play premium audio system.
How Efficient Is the Ford Maverick?
The hybrid with front-wheel drive gets 42 mpg city, 35 mpg highway, and 39 mpg combined. The all-wheel-drive hybrid gets 40 mpg in the city and 37 mpg combined.
Turbocharged models trade some of that efficiency for additional horsepower. Here, estimates reach 23 mpg city, 33 mpg highway, and 26 mpg combined.
Will You Make Room for a Maverick In Your Driveway?
See the 2027 Maverick in our showroom this fall to decide whether its smaller approach to truck ownership works for you. We're happy to get you behind the wheel here at Alan Jay Ford Wauchula --that's the Alan Jay Way!