Imagine pulling into a job site, a campsite, or just the grocery store parking lot in something that looks like it means business and gets nearly 39 miles per gallon in the city while doing it. That is the 2026 Ford Maverick Lariat in Shadow Black, and it is genuinely hard to argue with a pickup truck that hauls stuff AND the fuel bill stays reasonable. We like to say this truck has the best of both worlds, kind of like a Swiss Army knife that also looks extremely cool. The hybrid powertrain pairs a 2.5L I-4 engine with a CVT transmission, and with AWD on board, you are pointed in the right direction no matter what the road throws at you.
The Lariat trim on this Maverick is loaded up with gear that makes every drive worth steering toward. The Black Appearance Package gives the whole truck a sharp, blacked-out look, from the black grille to the 19-inch black painted aluminum wheels. Inside, you get ActiveX trimmed heated front bucket seats, a heated steering wheel, and a Bang and Olufsen sound system with 8 speakers, because you deserve better audio than a tin can on wheels. SYNC 4 with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto keeps you connected, and the 5G modem with the Ford Connectivity Package means the truck stays online for 7 years. We are not saying it is smarter than your phone, but it has a lot of catching up to do. The power moonroof, power-sliding rear window, and front dual zone A/C make this cabin a genuinely comfortable place to spend time, and the B&O audio makes sure the soundtrack is as good as the scenery.
Now for the part where this Maverick really pulls its weight, and we mean that literally. The 4K Tow Package, Class III trailer hitch with a 2-inch receiver, and Trailer Brake Controller mean this compact pickup can haul a serious load without breaking a sweat or a fuel gauge. It comes with a bedliner already in place, so you can start putting it to work the day you drive off the lot. Floor liners are included too, which means mud, mulch, and mystery cargo are all welcome. At $44,354, you are getting a truck that works hard, rides well, and still manages 39 MPG in the city. That is not a bad deal for something with this much horsepower in its corner.
We would love to put you behind the wheel of this Shadow Black Maverick Lariat and let you feel how the whole package comes together. Give us a call at 978-228-5021 to get more details or set up a test drive with our team at AutoFair Ford of Haverhill. We promise we will keep the truck puns to a minimum once you arrive.
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