I appreciate the attention to detail throughout all yout videos. But, I must point out thr careful selection of relevant music playing on the stereo. Just love it! Thanks for a your amazing insights Alex & team!
I typically don’t like those design on wheels. But on this lobo it looks so good for whatever reason. Maybe it’s the blue that makes it look that much nicer
"Why is it that there are so many off-road trucks out there, when most people dive on pavement more than they drive off-road" Auto Manufacturer Mr. Krabs: "Hello, I like money :) "
The changes are a lot more extensive than I expected and the name is not what I expected but.... Eh lol I think Ford knew which uhm demographic would really like this setup. It would have been cool to see the 2.3L.EB in this but for the price and ofher changes I think it's an exciting package.
I'd love to see the 2.3, but for a transverse mount North American spec engine they only larger one they have ready to go is the 2.7 Nano, which I could see being problematic shoehorning into a C2 platform vehicle as it barely fit into the Edge (though the transmission could take it, it's the same used on the Edge ST). On the other hand, keep the 2.0 and swap the rest of the drivetrain with the hybrid out of the Nautilus, and that should fit and get you to the same horsepower as the 2.3 and keep CAFE happy.
THANK YOU so much for pointing out all the differences in the Lobo version of the Maverick. I watched Redline reviews and all I got from video was painted black trim, some interior goodies and the 7 speed auto so I thought that was it. I was prepared to hate this thing and thought it was a money grab by Ford. Now I know like the title it is not an ST version of the Maverick but it is.. well close...still not a fan of the rims.
imagine if this was a manual then we are talking! I used to love driving low for the performance but I'm all about clearance and practicality these days. This trim is not for me but I am happy its an option!
@@gsc76 On 93 octane, the 2.3 makes 60-80 more horsepower than the 2.0, depending on setup. It makes 70 more ft-lb. I'd consider those to be major improvements. The Corsair is probably running 87 octane. Which only makes 20hp and 30ft-lb more than the 2.0. The other major benefit of the 2.3 is overlap with the Mustang modding community.
@@gsc76 How is the 2.3 not much more powerful than the 2.0? The new 2.0 is 238HP and 277Tq and the 2.3 is 300HP and 310Tq and itis currently in the Explorer. Now put that in a lighter and smaller package and you have a rocket ship that can corner. Not to mention the Focus RS had 350/350 with the 2.3 so this is detuned because we know it can do more. Basically, the Lobo is the cheapest way Ford could "claim" to release a "performance" trim and charge more for a tranny, rear diff, breaks and seats. The Lobo Mode is useless because it's track only, and I don't think anyone is taking this "truck" to the track.
Alex seldom disappoints with an infotainment music choice to match the vehicle being reviewed. I might've chosen the band Los Lobos "Shakin' Shakin' Shakes".
Alex, Are you suggesting we have insufficient numbers of 'Lifestyle' pickups in this market or is it a just case of the wrong blend of lifestyle pickups?🤔
I usually judge a package by the amount of things I could add after I buy the vehicle. So if the package is wheels and stickers and painting you can always change those things later . This does seem like a well put together package . The transmission,brakes rear end aren't things that are things you can change out after you buy one . I just wish first could have kept the price down in the 20s it's what was extra amazing about the first one . I had a f150 I wasn't particularly impressed with so I'm a little gun shy about getting another Ford . The only upgrade I would like to do without would be the electronics it's all available in the phone in my pocket. Would almost like a model with a double din blank in the dash where you could add your own or not .
The base price of this car has gone up by 30 percent since it was introduced as a parts-bin price-leader special. This car doesn't start at 20k anymore - they are at 26k. No function has been added, but the cheap model doesn't even exist. I suppose Ford can do this because no one else makes a good small truck for the US market, but I think this whole thing is daft. As daft as the Dark Horse being as expensive as the purpose-built, all aluminum C8. What was supposed to a cheap but cheerful car that brought utility to people who weren't wealthy or subsidizing their truck with business write-offs - has become a 38k parts bin truck with blue speckled pleather and less utility. Although I'm sure that this drives nicely and will find people who love it, the naked, unadulterated upsell is hard to celebrate. It's also a mystery to me that not a single competing company has slapped something together to compete with this - though we do have multiple mid sized trucks that cost 60k.
Wheres is the beef it should be atleast 300 horsepower with the 2.3 then we have something talk about. It looks like a half hearted sport truck effort it has no heart. The Lobo is a all show and no go. Ford really could have came out with something really special.
I like this new version but with all the extras Ford added to the truck, it’ll be priced similarly to the Honda Ridgeline RTL-E (not the Black Edition version).
Those wheels remind me of the 1980 Trans Am Turbo wheels. I'm also not a big fan of black wheels. From a distant when you see a vehicle with black wheels it looks like their missing their hub caps.
A Manual! But this version of the Maverick has caught my attention and I actually went out to the Ford website to configure and build to see how much. It's an option. Unfortunately, what really has my concern is build quality and reliability which has taken a hit over the years.
Drop the 2.7 turbo V6 in there. And, extend the roof over the bed, turn it into a mini-Expedition. Dumb idea, but continuing let’s Call it the Galaxie 500.
I don’t believe that explanation about the transmission one single bit. There is a reason for using it, possibly it makes room for bigger clutch packs…but a computer controlled transmission can skip gears when ever it needs to. Start in second, skip fourth stop up shifting at seventh….there’s no limit to the method nor combination of gear shifting.
The transmission difference is likely no more than a software tweak. The 8 “gears” are achieved by just combining different underdrive and overdrive combinations from the multiple planetary gear sets in the transmission, so its very easy to just skip over one (or more) of the combinations. Lots of transmissions already do this during part throttle up shifts and full throttle downshifts, so it’s really nothing novel to do it for a full throttle up shift. In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if they still use all 8 ratios for part throttle and only skip the 2nd “gear” for full throttle.
It’s almost entirely a software tweet, apparently there is some sort of hard hardware change inside but it mostly has to do with the valves and the solenoids. All they do is disable second gear, they don’t physically remove it because they can’t as those planetary gear set are used for every other gear as well
Agree don't care for the wheels, but do like the grill. Not interested after hearing the price, still waiting for a nice affordable truck. I know the days of the $46,000 sticker price 2015 F130 for a sale price of $35,000 are gone,
Alex is the best automotive reviewer on RUclips. Better than throttle house, savage gees, straight pipes, car confections and just about everyone out there.
The Lobo you can currently build on the website is similar to a Lariat in equipment. There will be a second option Lobo later in the year that drops many of the nice features but starts at 35k or 36.5 after destination.
You'll be waiting a while. Toyota has not said if/when they plan to build it in the USA/Mexico. The rumors point to one for Japan and Asia, but it wouldn't be able to be sold in the USA due to the tariff situation unless they built a plant for it in N. America.
@AAutoBuyersGuide Yeah, but you (Alex) told me a few years ago that Ford wasn't going to build a BEV F-150. And with the success of the Maverick. What Toyota currently says and what they do, could be two totally different things? Nobody's crystal ball Is perfect, we'll just have to wait and see.
It's possible. The Lightning was a truck out of left field, most rumors had pointed to a mid-size EV truck rather than the Lightning we got. However with Toyota and the Scout, we'd see them building a factory if it were coming soon, it's a bigger undertaking for Toyota. They could surprise, but I'd say its less likely than what we've seen.
@@AAutoBuyersGuide Not sure how far in the left field it was? Considering Ford just started production on the Mach-E and there were already spy photos of a prototype F-150 BEV, So I was shocked when you stated there was no chance whatsoever of it going to production (paraphrasing). Especially, since your predictions tend to be well thought out and pretty accurate. Which made its production, truly memorable for me;) Nice to hear you now talk in terms of probabilities and possibilities, instead of absolutes, in this case. Lastly in the same light, lets hope you can also be more open-minded about the possibility of serial hybrids or range extenders, being more efficient in the future, than the few abysmal examples that have hit the US market. Thanks for the feedback.
The Maverick came out in 2022 and I’ve only seen a handful of these out on the road driving. I assume the same is gonna be for this next refresh model another handful in the next four years
It's hilarious.... How some people think what they see outside of their window is a reflection of what exists across the country..... Maybe sales figures are more relevant? ;)
Arizona and California residents have seen the occasional Lobo-branded Mexican F-150 for years. It's fun they've extended the name to the US. Great look, including the wheels. The deletion of a gear from the automatic is an interesting decision, as the 8-speed was already a GM-Ford joint venture 9-speed with a gear removed. Is it truly a performance maneuver, or mainly a cost saving one? I'm waiting for the 3-speed SelectShift Cruise-O-Matic.
If I may give some constructive feedback; I'd love more info as to what the video is about on the video title or thumbnail. Like, "Ford Maverick Lobo First look and Impressions" or something so we know what to expect! Excellent video though as usual, love the new mavericks were getting minus those tires LOL.
The only "back to the 80s" car design I like is the Ioniq 5 (I LOVE the Ioniq 5). The wheels on this and the Mach-E? Nah. Looks old, not retro. Also I have to say I much prefer "Lobo" and "Raptor" to alphabet soup.
If this is the same transmission, then it is the same weak link - the transmission is rated for LESS torque than the stock engine delivers. That means it has to use sensors and software to limit torque output of your engine so your trans doesn't blow up. You think you have 275ft-lbs? Nope, you got around 240. Oh we are going to skip second? Then torque will be limited even more than before to protect that third gear acting as a tall second. GARBAGE.
Redundant Maverick with worse performance. You can't sell it as a performance vehicle and compare it's identity with previous year Mavericks. It has -12HP and a redundant 7-Speed. Any Mavericks Pre-Lobo that're equipped with the 4k Tow-Package will benefit from it's better gear ratio and actually more performance inclined that whatever this is.
LoL Lobo Mode: for closed circuit usage only! That's like telling teenagers not to read a book because of explicitly sexual context. Oh Ford, you little tease!
Lost me at same engine as other mavericks. The wheels are hideous and the rest of the truck reminds me of a poorly done early 90’s “ ground effects” package. This project should have started with an EB 2.3 and awd.
I think the maverick is getting entirely too expensive. Ford, like everyone else is increasing the price far higher and faster then inflation. Love the mini truck vibes, should have more power though. It's an ST, but without the power increase
It's called capitalism... And it's hilarious how some people criticize, when vehicles are in high demand or they don't sell well... Those people need to get a life while they eat their sour grapes ;)
Not a fan of Ford adding $10K to a mid-20K truck spec. Trying to exploit one of their winner vehicles to offset their EV losses and expensive aluminoid full sized trucks methinks.
@@nc3826 Thanks for the comment but F-Series down 10% in Q2 compared to last year. Maverick was up 81% year over year because it WAS a real value. Now they intend to milk it for all it's worth by boosting the transaction average price. Pass.
The recalls are pretty insignificant and can be completed with regular maintenance at the dealership. I wouldn’t let recalls deter you if this is the form factor you are looking for
You can put 100’s of CDs on a thumb drive and stream music from your phone. I haven’t used the CD player in either of my cars. It really frees up clutter and you can use voice commands to find stuff.
I know you're being funny, but I kinda felt that way about my ex-wife's Jetta S, when we found out it couldn't get the then in-glovebox CD player. But yeah, we can convert our CDs to MP3s, but them on a thumb drive, and blast the night away.
It comes from the name they use for the Mexican market high-optioned F150. It translates from Spanish as “Wolf”. I think Ford knows who their demographic for this trim level is lol
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I appreciate the attention to detail throughout all yout videos. But, I must point out thr careful selection of relevant music playing on the stereo. Just love it! Thanks for a your amazing insights Alex & team!
😂
I have listened to lobo for decades LOL
I typically don’t like those design on wheels. But on this lobo it looks so good for whatever reason. Maybe it’s the blue that makes it look that much nicer
I agree. On the Lobo, it just works 🙂
"Why is it that there are so many off-road trucks out there, when most people dive on pavement more than they drive off-road"
Auto Manufacturer Mr. Krabs: "Hello, I like money :) "
But also: more money to be had with street performance... Just check out the insane sales of the ancient Charger and Challenger V8s...
Nope its the ignorant buyers. manufacturers can not sell them if no one buys the farm equipment (trucks).
Indeed. The long answer is because people are posers, and there's nothing posers like more than spending money on their fake posing.
@@AAutoBuyersGuide agreed! I'm guilty too though, my 5.0 is my guilty pleasure... great video, folks!
Exactly, even family suvs and crossovers getting "offroad" trims yet they'll never be taken off road
I am loving that this is AWD. I may actually trade in my full size sedan for this now. They are both the same price.
You can get the AWD in the XL, XLT, and Lariat at a better price not to mention the Hybrid can have AWD now.
Always love all of Alex's content
I must say that blue interior is really nice for the way it looks.
The changes are a lot more extensive than I expected and the name is not what I expected but.... Eh lol I think Ford knew which uhm demographic would really like this setup. It would have been cool to see the 2.3L.EB in this but for the price and ofher changes I think it's an exciting package.
I'd love to see the 2.3, but for a transverse mount North American spec engine they only larger one they have ready to go is the 2.7 Nano, which I could see being problematic shoehorning into a C2 platform vehicle as it barely fit into the Edge (though the transmission could take it, it's the same used on the Edge ST). On the other hand, keep the 2.0 and swap the rest of the drivetrain with the hybrid out of the Nautilus, and that should fit and get you to the same horsepower as the 2.3 and keep CAFE happy.
I like the truck a lot but I wish they gave us a dual exhaust setup just for show. Great informative presentation by Alex as usual👍
I give Ford credit for trying something different.
Love the channel Alex
THANK YOU so much for pointing out all the differences in the Lobo version of the Maverick. I watched Redline reviews and all I got from video was painted black trim, some interior goodies and the 7 speed auto so I thought that was it. I was prepared to hate this thing and thought it was a money grab by Ford. Now I know like the title it is not an ST version of the Maverick but it is.. well close...still not a fan of the rims.
Okay ford take my money
I have a '24 Hybrid XL.
I love those wheels 😍
imagine if this was a manual then we are talking! I used to love driving low for the performance but I'm all about clearance and practicality these days. This trim is not for me but I am happy its an option!
ford is weird. but a good weird. like how volvo is weird. and volvo is good
Volvo hasn't been weird or good in 15 years.😂
It's weird not to use a single capital letter in your comment.
And it's not... good weird at all.
@@bassandtrebleclef that’s your opinion
it does look like a volvo grille
Volvo is now a generic chinese ev company
Could’ve gave it the 2.3 ecoboost
Might not fit in the engine bay, but Alex explained it well.. all the other upgrades should make this a rocket.
@@rustleseeit would fit. It’s same platform cousin, the Lincoln Corsair, rocked the 2.3
@@gabrieldetwiler70782.3 isn’t much more power than the 2.0 and in the Corsair the 0-60 was the same as the 2.0 I believe with worse gas mileage.
@@gsc76 On 93 octane, the 2.3 makes 60-80 more horsepower than the 2.0, depending on setup. It makes 70 more ft-lb. I'd consider those to be major improvements.
The Corsair is probably running 87 octane. Which only makes 20hp and 30ft-lb more than the 2.0.
The other major benefit of the 2.3 is overlap with the Mustang modding community.
@@gsc76 How is the 2.3 not much more powerful than the 2.0? The new 2.0 is 238HP and 277Tq and the 2.3 is 300HP and 310Tq and itis currently in the Explorer. Now put that in a lighter and smaller package and you have a rocket ship that can corner. Not to mention the Focus RS had 350/350 with the 2.3 so this is detuned because we know it can do more. Basically, the Lobo is the cheapest way Ford could "claim" to release a "performance" trim and charge more for a tranny, rear diff, breaks and seats. The Lobo Mode is useless because it's track only, and I don't think anyone is taking this "truck" to the track.
Lost me at $35k.
I'd just get a hybrid, do a suspension drop and my choice of wheels and tires. Will still be under $27k.
Unfortunately even a base FWD hybrid ain't cheap any more, it's going to start at $27,890 including destionation for a 2025 XL Hybrid FWD
😂 “Under $27k” Best of luck!
@@Black-Villain yea so glad I ordered mine in 2021 and got in 2022. The new one is cooler though but Id spend $10k to upgrade.
@Black-Villain what?! Thanks for the inflation, Obama.
Alex seldom disappoints with an infotainment music choice to match the vehicle being reviewed. I might've chosen the band Los Lobos "Shakin' Shakin' Shakes".
Ford is really doing it up with this truck
Hats off to them
It would have been sick if it got the 2.3 ecoboost and awd i was hoping for an st
Hmmm. Basically the ST everyone was hoping for, but without the engine upgrade. Interesting
Next package up
They know buyers of this are the types to put a tune and upgrades on themselves.
@@jeedwards1981 which this fine with me 😂
Yea tune it and lose your warranty....
@@duck8670 people who have money to play with dont care, I see it on the maverick forums now. Those who mod the 2.0T are not worried about warranty
Alex, Are you suggesting we have insufficient numbers of 'Lifestyle' pickups in this market or is it a just case of the wrong blend of lifestyle pickups?🤔
Not a nameplate I thought I’d ever see in the US.
Strange they opted for a shortening of "lobotomy" for their sporty cheap truck
It’s basically a lowered Lariat with a reduced automatic transmission (7-speed instead of 8-speed), paddle shifters and fog lights.
@@Kamilr97 Lobo means wolf in Spanish and it's been the model name for the F-150 in Mexico since the 90s
Were you expecting Ranchero?
@@MarkNakibHow I earth have I not known this until you just told me? Is it actually written or badged on the truck?
6:01 umm, try “starts around $27000 or more after destination for a base XL.” It’s not a $20K vehicle anymore.
Why not just throw the Focus RS engine in or up the engine components to handle more boost?
I usually judge a package by the amount of things I could add after I buy the vehicle. So if the package is wheels and stickers and painting you can always change those things later . This does seem like a well put together package . The transmission,brakes rear end aren't things that are things you can change out after you buy one . I just wish first could have kept the price down in the 20s it's what was extra amazing about the first one . I had a f150 I wasn't particularly impressed with so I'm a little gun shy about getting another Ford . The only upgrade I would like to do without would be the electronics it's all available in the phone in my pocket. Would almost like a model with a double din blank in the dash where you could add your own or not .
Not for me but I am glad Ford is trying something different!
Nice little truck. The wheels do look a bit like a 1980 Turbo Trans Am. Not a bad thing tho.
Would it be great if they used the Focus RS AWD system in this truck!?!?! Just dreaming.........FORD!
The base price of this car has gone up by 30 percent since it was introduced as a parts-bin price-leader special. This car doesn't start at 20k anymore - they are at 26k. No function has been added, but the cheap model doesn't even exist. I suppose Ford can do this because no one else makes a good small truck for the US market, but I think this whole thing is daft. As daft as the Dark Horse being as expensive as the purpose-built, all aluminum C8. What was supposed to a cheap but cheerful car that brought utility to people who weren't wealthy or subsidizing their truck with business write-offs - has become a 38k parts bin truck with blue speckled pleather and less utility. Although I'm sure that this drives nicely and will find people who love it, the naked, unadulterated upsell is hard to celebrate. It's also a mystery to me that not a single competing company has slapped something together to compete with this - though we do have multiple mid sized trucks that cost 60k.
Wheres is the beef it should be atleast 300 horsepower with the 2.3 then we have something talk about. It looks like a half hearted sport truck effort it has no heart. The Lobo is a all show and no go. Ford really could have came out with something really special.
I like this new version but with all the extras Ford added to the truck, it’ll be priced similarly to the Honda Ridgeline RTL-E (not the Black Edition version).
Those wheels remind me of the 1980 Trans Am Turbo wheels. I'm also not a big fan of black wheels. From a distant when you see a vehicle with black wheels it looks like their missing their hub caps.
Business in the front- party in the back. It's the truck version of a mullet
i think it looks awesome
but not 35K awesome
This car starts at almost XL is $27,000. the lobo IS 42K STARTING
A Manual! But this version of the Maverick has caught my attention and I actually went out to the Ford website to configure and build to see how much. It's an option. Unfortunately, what really has my concern is build quality and reliability which has taken a hit over the years.
Drop the 2.7 turbo V6 in there. And, extend the roof over the bed, turn it into a mini-Expedition. Dumb idea, but continuing let’s Call it the Galaxie 500.
So a slower ford flex?
@@awesomeasaurus1 faster.
That cool mural sorta oversold it. Needs the Kia Soul's interior: MORE BLING! 🤑
I don’t believe that explanation about the transmission one single bit. There is a reason for using it, possibly it makes room for bigger clutch packs…but a computer controlled transmission can skip gears when ever it needs to. Start in second, skip fourth stop up shifting at seventh….there’s no limit to the method nor combination of gear shifting.
It needs a good looking truck bed shell, and it will be America’s station wagon/truck
The transmission difference is likely no more than a software tweak. The 8 “gears” are achieved by just combining different underdrive and overdrive combinations from the multiple planetary gear sets in the transmission, so its very easy to just skip over one (or more) of the combinations. Lots of transmissions already do this during part throttle up shifts and full throttle downshifts, so it’s really nothing novel to do it for a full throttle up shift. In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if they still use all 8 ratios for part throttle and only skip the 2nd “gear” for full throttle.
It’s almost entirely a software tweet, apparently there is some sort of hard hardware change inside but it mostly has to do with the valves and the solenoids. All they do is disable second gear, they don’t physically remove it because they can’t as those planetary gear set are used for every other gear as well
Agree don't care for the wheels, but do like the grill. Not interested after hearing the price, still waiting for a nice affordable truck. I know the days of the $46,000 sticker price 2015 F130 for a sale price of $35,000 are gone,
Glad I didn’t wait for the Lobo and went with the 24 lariat tremor!
the way the wheels look, makes it look like its on spares
I know cost is king, use what's there on the shelf but a bigger e-motor and battery setup and it's even quicker with better mpg. But not cheap .
Alex is the best automotive reviewer on RUclips. Better than throttle house, savage gees, straight pipes, car confections and just about everyone out there.
I would want the lowering and steering rack on the hybrid awd
Did they make this for The Main Man?
Lobo trim starts $42K, think it is bit too much
The Lobo you can currently build on the website is similar to a Lariat in equipment. There will be a second option Lobo later in the year that drops many of the nice features but starts at 35k or 36.5 after destination.
What is the payload and tow rating of this truck?
I'm waiting for the Toyota Stout ❤
You’ll be very disappointed once it comes out. 😂
You'll be waiting a while. Toyota has not said if/when they plan to build it in the USA/Mexico. The rumors point to one for Japan and Asia, but it wouldn't be able to be sold in the USA due to the tariff situation unless they built a plant for it in N. America.
@AAutoBuyersGuide Yeah, but you (Alex) told me a few years ago that Ford wasn't going to build a BEV F-150. And with the success of the Maverick.
What Toyota currently says and what they do, could be two totally different things? Nobody's crystal ball Is perfect, we'll just have to wait and see.
It's possible. The Lightning was a truck out of left field, most rumors had pointed to a mid-size EV truck rather than the Lightning we got. However with Toyota and the Scout, we'd see them building a factory if it were coming soon, it's a bigger undertaking for Toyota. They could surprise, but I'd say its less likely than what we've seen.
@@AAutoBuyersGuide Not sure how far in the left field it was? Considering Ford just started production on the Mach-E and there were already spy photos of a prototype F-150 BEV, So I was shocked when you stated there was no chance whatsoever of it going to production (paraphrasing). Especially, since your predictions tend to be well thought out and pretty accurate. Which made its production, truly memorable for me;)
Nice to hear you now talk in terms of probabilities and possibilities, instead of absolutes, in this case.
Lastly in the same light, lets hope you can also be more open-minded about the possibility of serial hybrids or range extenders, being more efficient in the future, than the few abysmal examples that have hit the US market. Thanks for the feedback.
What is the current suspicion on the power loss from the current Maverick? Did Ford implement a gasoline particulate filter in these or something?
From what I've heard yes. More back pressure
Does anyone know if the Tremor will be available with the new AWD Hybrid??
The Maverick came out in 2022 and I’ve only seen a handful of these out on the road driving. I assume the same is gonna be for this next refresh model another handful in the next four years
I see a BUNCH of Mavericks here in Oregon.
I’m in eastern Pa and I see them all over. Same with the Bronco and Bronco sport.😊
It's hilarious.... How some people think what they see outside of their window is a reflection of what exists across the country..... Maybe sales figures are more relevant? ;)
I see Mavericks everywhere
i see... said the blind man
Arizona and California residents have seen the occasional Lobo-branded Mexican F-150 for years. It's fun they've extended the name to the US. Great look, including the wheels. The deletion of a gear from the automatic is an interesting decision, as the 8-speed was already a GM-Ford joint venture 9-speed with a gear removed. Is it truly a performance maneuver, or mainly a cost saving one? I'm waiting for the 3-speed SelectShift Cruise-O-Matic.
I want 40 MPG & Adaptive Cruise Control, so I guess I have to buy the Lariat!
If I may give some constructive feedback; I'd love more info as to what the video is about on the video title or thumbnail. Like, "Ford Maverick Lobo First look and Impressions" or something so we know what to expect! Excellent video though as usual, love the new mavericks were getting minus those tires LOL.
wow the new Honda Ridgeline really looks different. (^_^)
Vrooooom
👍
Paddle Shifters?
I'm not a truck person, but I think it should have been lowered even more. Call back to the Ranchero.
It needs power.
I would have rather had a Focus ST personally
I like it but 43k is a bit hard to swallow
The only "back to the 80s" car design I like is the Ioniq 5 (I LOVE the Ioniq 5). The wheels on this and the Mach-E? Nah. Looks old, not retro.
Also I have to say I much prefer "Lobo" and "Raptor" to alphabet soup.
Thoughts on if the hybrid will be close to or just as fast as the 2.0t?
I think Alex covered that in a previous video.
Thoughts are irrelevant.... Since their specs are readily available... Strange how some people are just too lazy to check ;)
Kind of confusing it’s called Lobo, because that’s what the f150 is called in Mexico
Shouldve used mustang breaks and the 10 speed transmission
…I thought Mavericks were eating CV joints/axels?? I like the plain hybrid…
I want one!
Ford dealerships will add markups on them like crazy. Ford needs to get their greedy dealers under control.
Lobo could have been a cool name for special edition mustang or bronco but no. this should have been the ST and the tremor should have been a raptor.
Lobo is already used in Mexico for Trucks, makes sense to carry it over for a special edition of a mini truck
Grill looks like a Jeep
Do not like the way they did the front lights
it's missing a tune, maybe 10hp would be nice.
everything is nice except rims
They’ve couldve don’t better with the put-together of the look. Design looks a bit rushed
Chances are, this LOBO will be recalled before the video is over.
Deleting gears because your transmission is so crap it takes forever to shift
I too hate the wheels. They look like cheap steelies. I’d prefer 5 spoke rims
If this is the same transmission, then it is the same weak link - the transmission is rated for LESS torque than the stock engine delivers. That means it has to use sensors and software to limit torque output of your engine so your trans doesn't blow up. You think you have 275ft-lbs? Nope, you got around 240. Oh we are going to skip second? Then torque will be limited even more than before to protect that third gear acting as a tall second. GARBAGE.
Redundant Maverick with worse performance. You can't sell it as a performance vehicle and compare it's identity with previous year Mavericks. It has -12HP and a redundant 7-Speed.
Any Mavericks Pre-Lobo that're equipped with the 4k Tow-Package will benefit from it's better gear ratio and actually more performance inclined that whatever this is.
so we got a Hispanic version with no engine upgrade lol
LoL Lobo Mode: for closed circuit usage only! That's like telling teenagers not to read a book because of explicitly sexual context. Oh Ford, you little tease!
Too much for an economy truck....
I have a question, is the maverick in Europe known as Ranger?
No
Maverick isn’t sold in Europe, the Ranger is a global vehicle that is sold in Europe, Asia, Australia, and North/South America
Lost me at same engine as other mavericks. The wheels are hideous and the rest of the truck reminds me of a poorly done early 90’s “ ground effects” package.
This project should have started with an EB 2.3 and awd.
I think the maverick is getting entirely too expensive. Ford, like everyone else is increasing the price far higher and faster then inflation. Love the mini truck vibes, should have more power though. It's an ST, but without the power increase
It's called capitalism... And it's hilarious how some people criticize, when vehicles are in high demand or they don't sell well... Those people need to get a life while they eat their sour grapes ;)
Wheels are horrible
There are options for other wheels
they look fien to me
Disagree they look cool
The front grill is really awful. Like a bent snow shovel.
I think the bumper looks like a covid mask
Not a fan of Ford adding $10K to a mid-20K truck spec. Trying to exploit one of their winner vehicles to offset their EV losses and expensive aluminoid full sized trucks methinks.
they don't need fans, since they have plenty of buyers
@@nc3826 Thanks for the comment but F-Series down 10% in Q2 compared to last year. Maverick was up 81% year over year because it WAS a real value. Now they intend to milk it for all it's worth by boosting the transaction average price. Pass.
@@hughhead9079 Thanks for proving my point... (IE, the principles of "supply and demand")
Going down Irrelevant rabbit holes....Pass.... KISS..
@@hughhead9079 what's needed is more competition
I was considering the Maverick but Ford has too many recalls. Then the costs keep going up. 🤨
The recalls are pretty insignificant and can be completed with regular maintenance at the dealership. I wouldn’t let recalls deter you if this is the form factor you are looking for
looks more like a Harley davidson edition
The wheels are awful.
Hybrids are still impossible to get after 4 years. That's the story.
Nah, I got one new off a lot this year. They’re out there now. Some orders will deliver this year. They’re caught up.
I just found 72 of them in a heart beat on a search of my local Ford dealer.
tens of thousands of new owners per year, would disagree with the term "impossible to get"... That's the true story...
The pricing from these companies has gotten hilarious. I’m not going to pay $36,000 for a tiny truck lol
Then don’t, nobody is asking you to.
@@FuncleChuck🤣😆😂
Since the starting price is much lower than 36K I'm sure you'll run out and go buy..... What you delusionally refer to as a tiny truck..... 😅🤣😂🤣
No CD player? No deal! 😮😊
You can put 100’s of CDs on a thumb drive and stream music from your phone. I haven’t used the CD player in either of my cars. It really frees up clutter and you can use voice commands to find stuff.
@@xzimxzim Thanks for that valuable piece of info. I guess detecting sarcasm is not your strong suit. 😌
@@jabberytit’s not sarcasm it’s just a bad joke
I know you're being funny, but I kinda felt that way about my ex-wife's Jetta S, when we found out it couldn't get the then in-glovebox CD player. But yeah, we can convert our CDs to MP3s, but them on a thumb drive, and blast the night away.
lobo? lobotomy?
It comes from the name they use for the Mexican market high-optioned F150. It translates from Spanish as “Wolf”. I think Ford knows who their demographic for this trim level is lol
Ok... Waiting for GMC to bring back the Syclone