2024 Ford Maverick Lariat

The 2024 Maverick is Ford's compact unibody pickup, blending car-like manners with genuine truck utility. It squares off against the Hyundai Santa Cruz and the Honda Ridgeline, though it undercuts both on price. The Maverick drives like a car, with light steering and a tidy footprint that makes it easy to park in tight spots. Inside, the cabin is roomy for a small truck, with clever storage and a rear seat that flips up for cargo. The Lariat is the top Maverick trim, adding the most comfort and tech over the XLT and XL. Under the hood is a turbocharged 2.0L I4 making 250 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive; it returns 25 mpg combined. The Lariat's standard adaptive cruise with lane centering makes highway driving nearly hands-free, a feature you won't find on lower trims.