Twenty-five MPG combined, all-wheel drive, a pickup bed and the 4K Tow Package is a combination that makes this 2026 Ford Maverick XLT easy to understand. It gives a Wesley Chapel driver real truck usefulness without asking them to live with full-size-truck dimensions every time they pull into a New Tampa parking lot. EPA estimates are 22 MPG city, 30 MPG highway and 25 MPG combined, a strong fit for someone who wants EcoBoost power and AWD while still keeping fuel stops reasonable.

The 2.0L EcoBoost engine works through an automatic transmission, with selectable drive modes available when the road or weather changes. AWD adds confidence during heavy Florida rain and gives this Maverick more flexibility when pavement turns into wet grass, gravel or a rough access area. The 4K Tow Package and factory trailer tow hitch expand what the truck can handle when a utility trailer, recreational gear or weekend project needs to follow you toward Dade City or Brooksville.

But towing is only one reason to have a bed. Ford's FLEXBED storage system is designed to make the box more useful, with cargo tie-down hooks, enclosed bed storage and a power tailgate lock already included. That gives you places for tools, supplies, sports equipment or home-improvement materials without needing a much larger pickup. Parks Plus paint protection and rain-repellent treatment fit naturally with a Space White Metallic truck that may spend its week outside, hauling gear and dealing with Tampa Bay weather.

The rear seat has its own trick. Flip the second-row bench up and there is under-seat storage for items you would rather keep inside the locked cabin. That can mean work equipment during the week, shopping bags in Land O Lakes or smaller gear you do not want sliding around the bed. Navy Pier and Aspen Gray cloth seating gives the XLT cabin a distinct look, while the XLT Luxury Package adds an 8-way power driver's seat.

This new Maverick also includes the Parks Ford Lifetime Powertrain Warranty from Parks Ford of Wesley Chapel.

Ford Co-Pilot360 is equipped on this truck, along with rear parking sensors, a rear-view camera and Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking. The smaller footprint already helps when maneuvering around Wesley Chapel and New Tampa, and the added parking support makes backing toward a trailer, garage or crowded space even easier.

The 13.2-inch center display runs SYNC 4, while the 5G modem supports Ford app functionality. The Connectivity Package includes one year with the Ford app, and SiriusXM with 360L includes a three-month trial. Intelligent Access with push-button start, remote keyless entry, USB connections and 12-volt powerpoints handle the everyday details without turning the cabin into a complicated control center.

Space White Metallic with 17-inch Carbon Gray aluminum wheels keeps the exterior clean and understated. LED reflector headlamps, automatic high beams, power mirrors and the black exterior details give it enough personality to separate it from a basic work truck without losing the practical side of the Maverick.

The clever part is not that this Maverick tries to do everything a full-size pickup does. It is that it covers a surprising amount of the same territory while returning an EPA-estimated 30 MPG on the highway, fitting comfortably into everyday Tampa Bay life and still leaving a real truck bed behind the cab. Not all customers may qualify for all rebates. Price includes: $1000 - Retail Customer Cash. Exp. 09/30/2026 Price includes $1,395 dealer added accessories.