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Between the run-of-the-mill models and the off-road-focused Tremor, there are undoubtedly plenty of Maverick versions out there. That’s what we believe, anyway, yet we are obviously wrong, as Ford has started working on yet another one.
Caught testing in Michigan recently, the Ford Maverick you see above in the gallery immediately stands out next to the regular ones. First of all, it has the camouflaged front and rear ends that make it stand out. Second, it also features some updates that appear to be exclusive to this grade.
Since the stickers and wraps make it hard to make out the stylistic differences at the front and rear, we can assume it has a new bumper and perhaps a reworked grille. Save for the exhaust system, the back end looks the same, though it might at least come with a different bumper, too, once it's ready.
Another thing that sets it apart is the sportier stance. The model rides closer to the asphalt and sits on Y-spoke alloys that seem to be 19 inches in diameter, wrapped in Wrangler tires from Goodyear. It is certainly worth noting that our spy photographers claim the rear suspension setup suggests this prototype features an all-wheel drive system.
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Moreover, they also state that the apparently larger intercooler visible behind the front bumper might signal the presence of a punchier turbocharged engine. But that's not necessarily a sign that this street-focused Ford Maverick might actually pack a more potent mill under the hood. Guess we'll have to wait and see if it indeed uses a punchier powertrain.
Our money would be on the 2.0-liter EcoBoost. The four-cylinder unit that features forced induction is good for 250 hp (254 ps/187 kW) and 277 pound-feet (376 Nm) of torque. It is hooked up to an automatic transmission with eight gears that channels everything to the front wheels. Should you want enhanced traction, you should know that the all-wheel-drive system is an option here.
As for the actual name of this Ford Maverick grade, it is believed to have been christened the Lobo, which is Spanish for wolf. You can pretty much consider it as the opposite version of the Tremor, which is an off-road-ready variant that premiered a little over one year ago. The model falls in line with the Blue Oval's head honcho's hint at additional derivatives of the Maverick, and it will make the family more appealing to shoppers.
Now, you may be curious when the Ford Maverick Lobo (name unconfirmed) is due, and the latest intel suggests it could be a few months away. Our money would be on a possible introduction in the first half of 2024, with the order books opening shortly after the unveiling. Are you excited about the Maverick family gaining a new member?
Since the stickers and wraps make it hard to make out the stylistic differences at the front and rear, we can assume it has a new bumper and perhaps a reworked grille. Save for the exhaust system, the back end looks the same, though it might at least come with a different bumper, too, once it's ready.
Another thing that sets it apart is the sportier stance. The model rides closer to the asphalt and sits on Y-spoke alloys that seem to be 19 inches in diameter, wrapped in Wrangler tires from Goodyear. It is certainly worth noting that our spy photographers claim the rear suspension setup suggests this prototype features an all-wheel drive system.
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Moreover, they also state that the apparently larger intercooler visible behind the front bumper might signal the presence of a punchier turbocharged engine. But that's not necessarily a sign that this street-focused Ford Maverick might actually pack a more potent mill under the hood. Guess we'll have to wait and see if it indeed uses a punchier powertrain.
Our money would be on the 2.0-liter EcoBoost. The four-cylinder unit that features forced induction is good for 250 hp (254 ps/187 kW) and 277 pound-feet (376 Nm) of torque. It is hooked up to an automatic transmission with eight gears that channels everything to the front wheels. Should you want enhanced traction, you should know that the all-wheel-drive system is an option here.
As for the actual name of this Ford Maverick grade, it is believed to have been christened the Lobo, which is Spanish for wolf. You can pretty much consider it as the opposite version of the Tremor, which is an off-road-ready variant that premiered a little over one year ago. The model falls in line with the Blue Oval's head honcho's hint at additional derivatives of the Maverick, and it will make the family more appealing to shoppers.
Now, you may be curious when the Ford Maverick Lobo (name unconfirmed) is due, and the latest intel suggests it could be a few months away. Our money would be on a possible introduction in the first half of 2024, with the order books opening shortly after the unveiling. Are you excited about the Maverick family gaining a new member?
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