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Ford updates 2027 Maverick pickup powertrain options and trim packages

Changes make base XL and Lariat trims hybrid-only while adjusting options across the lineup.

The short version

  • Ford has restructured the 2027 Maverick pickup lineup, eliminating front-wheel-drive 2.0-liter EcoBoost options.[MotorTrend]
  • The XL and Lariat trims now operate exclusively as hybrids in either front- or all-wheel drive.[MotorTrend]
  • Updates introduce a new Bronze appearance package, revised package dependencies, and standard tire sealant kits on most trims.[MotorTrend]

Key facts

  • For 2027, Ford eliminated the front-wheel-drive 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine, leaving XL and Lariat models as hybrid-only.[MotorTrend]
  • The EcoBoost engine remains available on Maverick XLT AWD, Lobo, and Tremor models.[MotorTrend]
  • A Bronze appearance package featuring 19-inch Sinister Bronze wheels was introduced for XLT 301A and Lariat 501A trims.[MotorTrend]
  • Most 2027 Maverick models replace the previously standard compact spare tire with a sealant kit and tire inflator.[MotorTrend]

Sources

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