Looking at Ford Mavericks-traditional ICE or hybrid?

[Creekside]

I’m considering letting my 15 Transit Connect go in fear of having to spend more than it’s worth on the 6F35 transmission-most seem to fail in the 120,000-150,000 mile range and I’m at 131,000 miles. I’ve done two fluid changes in the 6000 miles I’ve owned it and the fluid has been as black as black gets both times although it’s still running and shifting fine.

Been looking at used Mavericks in the $20,000-$25,000 area and they are about 50/50 split on drive type. I have never owned a hybrid before but it seems that the eCVT gets much more praise than the 8F35 in the EcoBoost platform. Can anyone confirm that my research is correct that the 8F and 6F share a lot of the same issues?

Use will be for errands, long road trips, picking up truck parts, etc. I think the small bed will work out better than the Transit. A transmission rebuild is still an option on the Transit when the time comes and I haven’t completely ruled it out.

 

[earlyre]

very limited data set, but my only experience with the 8f line is my Uncle's Lincoln Nautilus ( first MY after transition from MKX name)
he had to have his replaced after about 2 years and just shy of 80k mi. to the tune of...either $6-$8k.... of which he got Lincoln to pay about half, as he was JUST outside the warranty window. ( and this was his 4th, or 5th Lincoln ordered new since 2005)
the symptom was it felt like the torque converter was constantly locking/unlocking.... Ford Determined it needed a new trans. when he went to a local transmission shop for a second opinion, their rebuild quote was similar to having the Ford Dealer replace it, but no "subsidy" from Lincoln if he'd gone that route, and of course the New OE trans has a better warranty than the local trans shop...

I believe he's just north of 150k mi now, so another ~70k mi on the new trans, and no problems with it yet.

the eCVT in my Cmax has been Flawless.

 

[Ausfahrt]

Unless you need AWD which only became available in the hybrid version this past year, I think that the clear answer is the hybrid. The Ford hybrid is the same tech as the highly regarded Toyota drivetrain.

 

[Creekside]

Unless you need AWD which only became available in the hybrid version this past year, I think that the clear answer is the hybrid. The Ford hybrid is the same tech as the highly regarded Toyota system.

I actually just read that this morning. I had no idea that Ford and Toyota shared anything. AWD is a non issue for me, I have several 3/4 ton 4x4 trucks on the farm should the need arise. Honestly just from a MPG standpoint I’d prefer FWD only as I’m sure the mileage is better

 

[Zee09]

Get a new XL base version that still has the large screen for $26k to $28k... Front wheel drive is great and it was awesome in the snow...
Hybrid only...the only way to roll but make sure the seat fits you well.

 

[Creekside]

Get a new XL base version that still has the large screen for $26k to $28k... Front wheel drive is great and it was awesome in the snow...
Hybrid only...the only way to roll but make sure the seat fits you well.

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I suppose I should definitely consider new. White with steel wheels is my preference so with the base package that shouldn’t be an issue

 

[Snagglefoot]

Generally the penalty for AWD seems to be a nominal 1 mpg, give or take. The problem of spinning the back wheels on a two wheel pickup is taken care of by Maverick being FWD when not taking the AWD option. The Hybrid system shines in City traffic. Payout of the system depends in the city/highway ratio. The more city miles, the better.
I’ve heard a lot about 5 year payouts in general, with half city and half highway. YRMV.

 

[Zee09]

I suppose I should definitely consider new. White with steel wheels is my preference so with the base package that shouldn’t be an issue

I had a XLT but I too like the White XL... good luck

 

[Racer4]

I have a 2022 Maverick Hybrid Lariat and am loving it. It is nice knowing I get over 40 miles to the gallon and the truck has had no issues whatsoever.

 

[dishdude]

I would only buy the hybrid due to the 8F35, it's junk.

 

[Creekside]

I would only buy the hybrid due to the 8F35, it's junk.

Seems to be the same story with the 6F35 which is what I have.

 

[dishdude]

Seems to be the same story with the 6F35 which is what I have.

Unfortunately it is the same story. I had about a dozen 2019-2022 Connects in the fleet at work, had 4 8F35s fail between 85k-90k. Selling the rest off now. It's a shame, the rest of the vehicle is great. I'm currently driving one with 53k on it and I hate how it shifts.

I have only heard good things about the hybrid Maverick and it's on my short list for a new vehicle.

 

[SwampSurvivor]

The 8f Is just as bad as the 6f ... I wouldn't go from one poorly designed transmission to it's poorly designed evolution.
Get the hybrid with the eCVT

 

[odie]

I think the Mavericks have been one of FORD's more reliable vehicles from all the recalls and T.S.B.s' I've seen on the internet .

 

[Creekside]

Test drove a 2026 XL hybrid today. I went into the deal with a good feeling after speaking with a salesman on the phone before heading to the dealership. The plan was to trade my Transit in and finance the remainder after trade. We got hung up on the trade and financing. It went from them wanting the Transit to not even making an offer on it after I was 100% honest that it had some dents and dings from being a work van prior to my ownership. After that, the typical dealership garbage ensued, they took a $30,000 truck and added enough crap into the purchase price to make it a $45,000 purchase. Additionally the truck had hail damage and they were only going to deduct $500 for the damage (on a brand new vehicle). I believe that explains why it has been on the lot for a while. I’m going to shop used.

Additionally I found the HVAC controls incredibly frustrating as they are all on the touchscreen now. 2025 and back are still traditional knobs I believe. All these hands-free mandates for phones and you now have to manipulate a touchscreen just to turn your defroster on.

 

[meep]

Yes, ford licensed the tech from Toyota, per legend. We had an 08 ford escape hybrid, so an early variant from ford, and it was excellent, even back then. Only thing we saw go wrong was an electric coolant pump for the hybrid, easy peasy.

We have what should be about equivalent in the RAV4h, and it is quite fun to drive. I beat on ours pretty good from time to time and it’s been flawless and kinda asks to be flogged. Also holds steady at 39.5 mpg

 

[dogememe]

You gotta get the hybrid! We just got one at work and it's the 2.0T. Not sure why - hybrid and EV are perfectly suited for last mile delivery. But corporate probably saved $1000 up front. Oh well, now they'll spend $10K a year extra in fuel costs and maintenance. Not my money!