Of the 2024 Ford Maverick’s three trim levels, the mid-grade XLT strikes the sweetest note between a budget-friendly price and handsomely equipped cabin! For only a little more than you’d spend on the base XL trim, this compact truck enhances your daily ride with more standard and optional features.
Key Takeaways
- In the Maverick lineup, the mid-level XLT is the best choice for drivers who want extra features at a great price!
- To earn 37 mpg combined, equip your Maverick XLT with the optional hybrid powertrain.
- This compact truck is comfortable and high-tech, with roomy seating and standard smartphone-integration.
- The mid-level Maverick comes at a great price, starting at $26,420!
Why choose the 2024 Ford Maverick XLT over other trim models?
There are three Maverick trim models: the base XL, mid-level XLT, and upscale Lariat. As you move up the list, each trim model adds more standard features (and a heftier price tag). The Maverick XLT is a popular pick, because it comes with more features than the base model but doesn’t add much to the price tag.
And while it’s not as swanky as the Lariat, the Maverick XLT is available with upscale options you can’t get on the base XL, such as a power moonroof, heated front seats, and a heated steering wheel. Choosing this compact truck also opens the door to coveted packages. For instance, the XLT Luxury Package creates an increasingly upscale cabin at a great price. The Tremor Package outfits your XLT with everything you need to hit the trail in earnest, including an advanced four-wheel-drive system with a twin-clutch rear drive unit.
How efficient is the 2024 Ford Maverick XLT?
Depending on powertrain configuration, this thrifty truck earns up to 37 mpg combined (42 city/33 highway)! All Maverick XLT trucks equipped with the optional hybrid powertrain achieve these EPA ratings.
The Maverick XLT is available with the same powertrain options as the other trim models. For 2024, the Maverick comes standard with its more powerful option, the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. It’s also the only Maverick engine that’s available with all-wheel drive! If you stick with the standard powertrain, your truck will achieve 26 mpg combined (23 city/30 highway) with front-wheel drive or 25 mpg combined (22 city/29 highway) with all-wheel drive. If you decide to add the off-road-ready Tremor package, your Maverick XLT is EPA-rated for 21 mpg combined (20 city/24 highway).
Choose from these powertrain options for your Maverick XLT:
- Turbo 2.0L four-cylinder engine (250 horsepower, 277 lb-ft of torque) and eight-speed automatic transmission
- Optional 2.5L four-cylinder hybrid engine (191 hp, 155 lb-ft of torque) and continuously variable transmission
- Front-wheel drive
- Optional all-wheel drive (2.0L engine only)
What’s included with the 2024 Ford Maverick XLT?
When you upgrade to the mid-level XLT, your Maverick costs a little more than the base model, but it also adds quite a few upgrades. It’s the more stylish option, replacing the base steel wheels with 17-inch Carbonized Gray-painted aluminum wheels. And it treats you to a comfier ride, thanks to its upgraded seating materials. Rear-seat passengers can relax a little better, thanks to a center armrest with cupholders. The XLT is also the more convenient option; this truck comes standard with a handy power-locking tailgate.
The mid-level Maverick is also more versatile than the base model. When you choose the XLT, you can enhance comfort levels with features that aren’t available for the XL, such as heated front seats and a heated steering wheel. Available conveniences include remote ignition, LED Box Lighting, and power-adjustable front seats. You can also select style upgrades like the power moonroof.
The Maverick XLT prioritizes modern comfort and convenience, with a standard lineup that includes:
- 8-inch central touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Dual USB ports (one Type-A and one Type-C)
- Six-speaker sound system
- Power door locks and windows
- Remote keyless entry
- 4.2-inch instrument cluster screen
- Rear under-seat storage bins
- Rear armrest with integrated cup holders
- LED headlamps
To personalize your Maverick XLT, choose from these available options:
- Power-adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- 6.5-inch instrument cluster screen
- Remote start system
- Heated exterior mirrors
- LED Box Lighting
- Power moonroof
How much is the 2024 Ford Maverick XLT?
Compared to the base Maverick XL (from $23,920), the mid-range Maverick XLT (from $26,420) comes with a slightly heftier price tag. But for drivers who want more standard convenience or access to a longer list of options, it’s well worth the upgrade! And, compared to the top-trim Maverick Lariat (from $34,960), the XLT is practically a steal. Stop by Banner Ford of Mandeville to find the perfect truck for you!