The 2026 Ford Maverick's 2.5L hybrid engine comes standard on the XL, XLT, and Lariat trims when built with front-wheel drive, rated at an EPA-estimated 37 mpg combined. The off-road Lobo and Tremor trims run the EcoBoost engine only and are never offered as a hybrid.
Three Trims Get the Hybrid. Two Don't.
The 2026 Ford Maverick is not sold as a separate hybrid model. The 2.5L hybrid is a standard engine on three of the five trims, XL, XLT, and Lariat, and only when the truck is built with front-wheel drive. Order any of those three trims with all-wheel drive instead, and the truck switches to the 2.0L EcoBoost turbo engine. It is the rare truck where the fuel-sipping engine is the standard one, not an upcharge buried on the order sheet.
Buyers running the Fort Campbell Boulevard corridor or making the daily drive into Clarksville care about one number above the rest: mileage. The hybrid delivers an EPA-estimated 37 mpg combined, about 11 mpg better than the EcoBoost's 26 mpg combined in front-wheel drive.
2026 Ford Maverick: Hybrid Availability by Trim
| Trim | Starting MSRP | Powertrain | Hybrid Available | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XL | $28,145 Hybrid FWD [confirm at Ford Build & Price] | Hybrid or EcoBoost, buyer's choice | Yes, standard with FWD | EcoBoost FWD starts about $1,000 lower at $27,145. The most affordable new truck on the market either way. |
| XLT | $30,645 [confirm at Ford Build & Price] | Hybrid or EcoBoost, buyer's choice | Yes, standard with FWD | Adds bed storage, a tow hitch receiver, and the 13.2 inch SYNC 4 touchscreen. |
| Lobo | $35,930 [confirm at Ford Build & Price] | EcoBoost only, Advanced 4WD | No | New sport trim for 2026. Lowered suspension and a 7-speed quick-shift transmission, EcoBoost exclusive. |
| Lariat | $38,090 [confirm at Ford Build & Price] | Hybrid (FWD only) or EcoBoost (FWD or AWD) | Yes, FWD only | Order with AWD and the truck runs EcoBoost. The hybrid is not offered with AWD on any trim. |
| Tremor | $40,645 to $41,140 [confirm at Ford Build & Price] | EcoBoost only, Advanced 4WD | No | Off-road flagship. Off-road suspension and Advanced 4WD, EcoBoost exclusive. |
Starting MSRP figures are current as of June 2026 and shown as MSRP, confirm exact figures for your build at the Ford Build and Price tool or with our sales team. EPA fuel economy figures are official Ford estimates for front-wheel-drive models unless noted otherwise.
How the Maverick Hybrid Actually Works
The hybrid pairs a 2.5L four-cylinder engine with an electric motor and a continuously variable transmission. Total output is 191 horsepower and 155 lb-ft of torque, tuned for mileage over muscle. The EcoBoost's 2.0L turbo four makes 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft, more torque for towing and for carrying the extra weight of all-wheel drive or Advanced 4WD.
Why Lobo and Tremor Skip the Hybrid Entirely
Both trims run Advanced 4WD, and the hybrid system is not offered with it. The Lobo's lowered sport suspension and quick-shift transmission and the Tremor's off-road suspension both lean on the EcoBoost's extra torque, not the hybrid's mileage. Order a Lobo or Tremor and the EcoBoost is the only engine on the order sheet.
The Trade-off: Towing
Every hybrid Maverick tops out at the standard 2,000 lb tow rating, since the 4K Tow Package that raises the max to 4,000 lbs requires all-wheel drive, and the hybrid does not offer AWD on any trim. An EcoBoost Maverick built with AWD and the 4K Tow Package is the one to shop for a boat, small camper, or utility trailer.
Is the Hybrid Worth the Extra Cost for Hopkinsville Drivers?
On the XL trim, the hybrid runs about $1,000 more than the base EcoBoost front-wheel-drive truck. At 37 mpg combined against 26 mpg, a driver logging the daily run up Fort Campbell Boulevard and into Clarksville on I-24 can make that gap back in fuel savings within a year or two of ownership, depending on mileage and local fuel prices.
Sources: Ford.com official 2026 Maverick specifications and fueleconomy.gov EPA ratings.
Maverick Hybrid: Frequently Asked Questions
Which Ford Maverick is a hybrid?
The XL, XLT, and Lariat trims of the 2026 Ford Maverick come standard with the 2.5L hybrid engine when built with front-wheel drive. The Lobo and Tremor trims are EcoBoost only and are never offered as a hybrid.
Does the Maverick Hybrid come with all-wheel drive?
No. The hybrid is only offered with front-wheel drive on any trim. Order an XL, XLT, or Lariat with all-wheel drive and the truck switches to the 2.0L EcoBoost engine instead.
How much better is the Maverick Hybrid's gas mileage than the EcoBoost?
The hybrid is EPA-estimated at 37 mpg combined (42 city, 33 highway) in front-wheel drive. The EcoBoost in front-wheel drive is EPA-estimated at 26 mpg combined (23 city, 30 highway), so the hybrid gains about 11 mpg combined.
Does the hybrid cost more than the gas EcoBoost Maverick?
On the XL trim, the hybrid starts at roughly $1,000 more than the base EcoBoost front-wheel-drive truck, based on figures on file. Exact pricing changes with current incentives, so confirm the number for your build at the Ford Build and Price tool or with our sales team.
Can the Maverick Hybrid tow as much as the EcoBoost model?
No. The hybrid tops out at the standard 2,000 lb tow rating because the 4K Tow Package that raises capacity to 4,000 lbs requires all-wheel drive, which the hybrid does not offer. An EcoBoost Maverick with AWD and the 4K Tow Package reaches the higher rating.
Are the Lobo and Tremor available with the hybrid engine?
No. Both trims run Advanced 4WD and the EcoBoost engine exclusively. The Lobo is a sport-tuned trim with a lowered suspension and the Tremor is the off-road flagship, and neither pairs with the hybrid powertrain.
Is the Maverick Hybrid a plug-in hybrid?
No. The Maverick Hybrid never plugs in. It recharges its battery through the engine and regenerative braking, so you drive and fuel it like any other Maverick, just with better mileage.
Is the Maverick Hybrid a good fit for Hopkinsville and Fort Campbell commuters?
For drivers running Fort Campbell Boulevard daily or making the I-24 run into Clarksville, the 37 mpg combined rating adds up fast, and the truck still seats five and carries a 4.5 ft bed for weekend hauling.