Looking for a perky compact pickup that's comfortable, stylish and fun? The 2025 Ford Maverick is a uniquely affordable truck that will turn heads on every road and meet all your needs. Let's look at its newest trim addition, the Lobo!
Key Takeaways:
- The Maverick’s performance-oriented Lobo trim is set to make its debut in showrooms sometime in early 2025.
- The Lobo’s price should be about $42k… as the top trim in the lineup, that’s extremely affordable!
- The Lobo features a standard 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with a hybrid option.
What Makes the 2025 Ford Maverick Lobo Different?
While other trims in the lineup do have changes, we’re focusing on the new kid in town, the Lobo. As a performance-oriented pickup, it comes standard with 19-inch wheels that pay homage to the classic OZ Racing rollers on Ford rally specials. All Maverick trims did receive an update to their fascia and the Lobo followers suit—its bumpers and rocker panels match the body color but nicely contrast with the black roof. Inside, Grabber Blue and Electric Lime stitching dominate the interior design and match with the seat overprint inspired by street rods.
According to Car and Driver, the street variant Lobo will be available in two levels— the standard version starts at $36,595, and the High version is about $42,090, with extra features, including heated seats, a heated steering wheel and spray-in bedliner. It’s unique from the other lineup models in that it drops the pickup 0.5 inch in the front and 1.1 inch in the rear, lowering the roof by 0.8 inch.
Torque vectoring and reduced stability control signal the Lobo’s performance shift, as both are activated through its drive mode (also named Lobo.) Intended for use for closed courses, and it engages the twin-clutch rear drive unit, to crank up the torque to the outside wheel and reduce traction control to help you get sideways.
What Powers the Ford Maverick Lobo?
The Lobo is powered by a perky 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission that generates a respectable 238 horses. There’s also the option of a . 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine supported by an electric motor and paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission for more eco-friendly buyers.
The Lobo is front-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive is an available option. It has a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 pounds and a 1,500 pound payload capacity.
Versatile Design and Features of the 2025 Ford Maverick Lobo Compact Pickup
Once you climb inside, you’ll find this compact pickup is surprisingly spacious, with four-doors and seemingly endless storage options for whatever you’re carrying. It’s easy to get in the perfect position, with a driver’s seat that has excellent lumbar support to accompany its tilting and telescoping steering wheel. It can haul just about anything in its 4.5-foot bed, and there’s a 10V/400W outlet with the option of a 12V outlet with pre-wired connections inside should you need to load cargo in the dark.
The Lobo features a 13.2-inch infotainment touchscreen system replete with several features including Ford's Sync 4 software, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a wi-fi hotspot, and a 5G connection for over the air updates. SiriusXM satellite radio and a Bang & Olufsen stereo system are optional.
Is the Ford Maverick Lobo Available Today?
This reliable and affordable pickup is equally adept work and play and may be just what you’re looking for. Still not convinced? Contact us for more information or stop by and take a test drive today!