The Ford Maverick Lobo arrives as the sportiest version of the compact pickup, betting on a 250 HP 2.0L EcoBoost engine. With a dual-clutch transmission, upgraded brakes, and a lowered suspension, it promises more agile handling and an aggressive style. However, this transformation comes at a cost: fuel efficiency drops to 24 combined mpg, far from the over 40 mpg of the hybrid version.
The mechanics behind the Lobo: power and dual-clutch 🏎️
The heart of the Lobo is the well-known 2.0L EcoBoost, delivering 250 HP and 277 lb-ft of torque. The novelty is the 7-speed automatic dual-clutch transmission, a rarity in pickups, allowing quick shifts and a sportier response. The rear brakes become disc brakes and the suspension is lowered by 1.5 inches. The result is a vehicle that feels more agile in corners, but loses payload capacity compared to the base model.
The Lobo: when you want to be a wolf but your wallet says lamb 🐺
Ford has created a Maverick that accelerates eagerly and plants itself in corners like a small car. The problem is that every time you step on the accelerator, the fuel gauge will drop faster than your savings expectations. It's the typical vehicle that will make you smile while driving, but cry at the gas station. In the end, the hybrid version will take you to the same place, only with 500 euros more in your pocket and one less smile.