2026 Ford Maverick vs 2025 Ford Maverick

• The Ford Maverick has a few trim-specific changes in store after a larger 2025 refresh.
• As of this writing, the Mav should arrive in our showroom sometime in late winter or early spring 2026.
• Quite an honor for Ford--MotorTrend crowned the Maverick "Truck of the Year" for 2026.

The 2026 model year focuses on fine-tuning and trim-specific changes. The color lineup gets a slight refresh with Orange Fury Metallic Tri-Coat and Marsh Gray joining the palette, while Eruption Green and Desert Sand take their final bow. XL and XLT buyers have more drivetrain options. You still get the hybrid with front-wheel drive as standard, but you can switch to the turbocharged four-cylinder with FWD for no additional cost, or add AWD to the turbo engine for an upcharge.

Ford removed the wireless charging pad across the lineup--yes, even on the higher-end trims that had it before. The automaker made full-size spares optional on XL, XLT, Lobo, and Lariat trims with the turbo or hybrid AWD. You do, however, get a tire inflator and sealant kit as standard, and the spare is still optional for a price. The Tremor is an exception to this particular rule since it's meant for off-road use.

The motorized sliding rear window goes from standard to optional on the Lariat and Tremor and becomes available on XLT and Lobo for the first time. Blue Ford badges become universal, with the black option removed. Connectivity services now include a complimentary year, with a seven-year plan available for one-time purchase. And finally, inside, the XLT gets an armrest redesign with attachable cupholders rather than an integrated console, while the XLT Luxury package downgrades from a six-way power passenger seat to four-way manual adjustment.

Last year, Ford introduced the performance-focused Lobo, which sits lower thanks to sport suspension tuning. It adds upgraded brake hardware and features 19-inch wheels with rally inspiration. Every other Maverick got a visual refresh, too--headlights across the board now have darker lenses, the front bumper and grille look different, and there are new wheel styles to choose from.

Inside, you'll find updated color options, like the Smoke Truffle interior on the Lariat. Ford replaced the old 8.0-inch touchscreen with a much bigger 13.2-inch display and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. New tech includes a camera system that shows you all angles around the truck and another feature that helps you line up a trailer hitch. Lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams now come standard on every truck. Ford also tweaked the hybrid's engine and motor setup to make it quicker and more efficient.