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2.0L turbocharged direct injection four-cylinder, 250 hp, 280 lb-ft. 8F35 8-speed auto — noticeably quicker than the hybrid, and the 8-speed shifts decisively vs. the eCVT's seamless but less engaging power delivery. Real-world MPG: 25-28 combined, with hypermilers hitting 30+ on highway at 70 mph using cruise control. Tows 4,000 lbs with 4K Tow Package — owners report 18-20 mpg while towing 3,000-3,500 lbs, which beats a Frontier V6 by 3-4 mpg. AWD with good all-seasons handles snow competently, though stopping and turning still depend entirely on tires. FWD standard 2022-2024, AWD optional; from 2025 AWD-only. Aftermarket scene is active: COBB Accessport, Livernois tunes, cold air intakes, intercooler upgrades — the 2.0 EcoBoost platform has years of proven tuning support. ReadyLIFT 1.5-inch kits are popular without ruining the ride. Carbon buildup on intake valves around 60-80k miles is the classic EcoBoost weak spot — walnut blasting is the fix. 8F35 can shudder on early 2022 builds (TSB 22-2281). Let the turbo idle 30-60 seconds after hard driving.

• !! Turbo Bearing Wear from Heat Cycling from 100,000 km

  Turbo bearing wear from heat cycling — oil coking inside the turbo housing after hot shutdowns. The Maverick's 2.0 EcoBoost is the improved post-2018 design with better oil flow, but the failure mode remains if maintenance is neglected. Let the engine idle 30-60 seconds after spirited driving.

  Symptoms: Whining noise from turbo, reduced boost, sluggish acceleration, oil smoke
  1,200–2,500 $
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• !! 8F35 Transmission Shudder and Harsh Shifting from 50,000 km

  8F35 8-speed automatic can develop torque converter shudder, harsh D-to-R engagement, and 4-5 gear flare under light throttle. Early 2022 builds (pre-Dec 2021) are worst affected due to output carrier bearing wear (TSB 22-2281). ULV fluid breaks down under thermal stress — drain-and-fill every 30-40k miles recommended.

  Symptoms: Shudder at 30-60 mph, delayed engagement when cold, harsh shifts, metallic debris in pan
  400–9,000 $
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• !! Carbon Buildup on Intake Valves from 80,000 km

  Direct injection means fuel never washes intake valves — carbon deposits accumulate and restrict airflow. Typical onset 60-80k miles. Walnut blasting is the established fix. Preventive: higher-quality fuel, occasional Italian tune-ups to raise intake temps.

  Symptoms: Rough idle, hesitation on acceleration, reduced power, poor fuel economy
  300–800 $
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2.5L Atkinson hybrid as the STANDARD engine — unique in the pickup segment. 162 hp system output through an eCVT that shares nothing with the rubber-band CVTs everyone hates: it is a planetary gear set with one fixed ratio, smooth and predictable. Real-world MPG sits at 38-42 city, 33-35 highway depending on season and driving style — cold weather drops it to 30-33 combined. Owners with 50k+ miles consistently report 40+ lifetime averages. Regenerative braking recovers over 90% of energy; in L + Eco mode it approaches one-pedal driving above 30 mph, though it tapers off at low speed. Highway RPM sits around 2,500 at 70 mph — audible but not droning like a traditional CVT. City is where the hybrid shines; highway is merely adequate. Towing capped at 2,000 lbs (4,000 lbs from 2025 with package) — realistic limit is 1,500 lbs at 60-65 mph on flat roads. 2025 adds AWD option (40/34 mpg EPA). HV battery range loss in extreme cold is normal behavior, not a defect. Electric coolant pump is the long-term wear item. Recall 23S27 (crankshaft bearing / fire risk) affects 2022-2023 builds — PCM update is mandatory.

• !! Recall 23S27: Engine Failure / Under-Hood Fire Risk

  Recall 23S27: crankshaft bearing manufacturing defect in 2.5L hybrid engines can cause premature engine failure, releasing oil and fuel vapor near ignition sources. Risk of under-hood fire. Affects 2022-2023 Maverick Hybrids built Feb 2021 through May 2023. PCM software update is the fix.

  Symptoms: Loud metal-on-metal clanking, sudden power loss, smoke from engine bay
  0–0 $
• !! Hybrid Coolant Pump — Long-Term Wear Item from 130,000 km

  Hybrid coolant pump as long-term wear item.

  Symptoms: Overheating warning, coolant loss
  300–700 $
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• !! eCVT Shudder and Vibration on Acceleration from 30,000 km

  The HF45 eCVT in the Maverick Hybrid shows shudder when transitioning between electric and ICE drive, and when braking below 15 mph. TSB 23-2209 and recall 24V-330 address software and hardware aspects. Torsional damper and CV axle can be root causes.

  Symptoms: Judder on acceleration, vibration at 25-45 mph, shaking when braking below 15 mph
  400–4,500 $
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