2023 Ford Maverick vs 2024 Ford F-150

The 2023 Ford Maverick retained its distinctive styling, characterized by a blocky front end and headlights, while maintaining the Ford truck family resemblance in its side and rear design. The Maverick Tremor variant stood out with its off-road capabilities, featuring blacked-out logos, headlights, and taillights, along with unique color options like Avalanche Gray. The Tremor package also included tow hooks in "Tremor Orange," updated fender vents, and a new grille with orange accents. For those seeking a sportier look, the Tremor Appearance Package offered a Carbonized Gray roof and mirrors, black side graphics, and special 17-inch wheels with a Tremor Orange accent. Inside, the Maverick's crew cab was dominated by cold, hard plastic, though the Black Onyx seats added a touch of style. The interior's blue-tinted plastic contributed to a surprisingly upscale appearance, despite the utilitarian feel of the materials.

The 2024 Ford F-150 offered a wide range of configurations and trim levels, from the basic XL model to the luxurious King Ranch with heated and ventilated leather seats, wood trim, and ambient lighting. While mid trims had some cheap-looking surfaces, the F-150's chunky buttons and knobs remained user-friendly, even with gloves on. The truck's exterior saw subtle updates, with higher trims like the Lariat and Platinum receiving minor tweaks to the front fascia. The Tremor variant featured more noticeable changes, including orange accents on the grille and unique running boards. Inside, Ford introduced a series of earth tones called "Truffle" for certain models, adding a touch of sophistication to the interior.

The 2023 Ford Maverick was notable for its standard hybrid powertrain, combining a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with an electric motor to produce 191 horsepower and 155 pound-feet of torque. This setup came with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and front-wheel drive (FWD). For those seeking more power, the 2.0-liter, 250-hp EcoBoost engine was available, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and optional all-wheel drive (AWD). The Tremor off-road package, exclusive to XLT and Lariat trims, introduced Ford's "Advanced 4WD" system, enhancing the Maverick's off-road capabilities. The Tremor package also included special springs, shocks, steel skid plates, and a 1-inch lift, providing 9.4 inches of ground clearance and improved approach and departure angles. However, the Tremor package reduced towing capacity to 2,000 lbs and payload to 1,200 lbs, compared to the EcoBoost engine's 4,000 lbs towing capacity with the 4K Tow Package.

The 2024 Ford F-150 offered a range of engine options, with the PowerBoost Hybrid standing out for its impressive 430 horsepower and 570 pound-feet of torque. The 10-speed automatic transmission ensured smooth gear changes, while the Tremor and Raptor R variants provided off-road prowess. The Tremor featured a 5.0-liter V8 with 400 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque, along with off-road-tuned shocks, springs, and a 1-inch lift. The Raptor R, with its 5.2-liter supercharged V8, delivered a staggering 720 horsepower and 640 pound-feet of torque, making it a formidable off-road performer. The Raptor R's suspension, with 3.1-inch Fox Live Valve shocks and variable rebound control, allowed for high-speed desert running and impressive jumps.

The 2023 Ford Maverick, with the Tremor package, was 1 inch longer than other Mavericks, but this did not affect legroom. Gas engine models offered 42.8 inches of front legroom and 36.9 inches in the second row, while hybrid models had slightly less rear legroom at 35.9 inches. The Maverick's interior featured a lot of plastic, but it was in line with the truck's utilitarian nature. Upgrades were available, including a Luxury Package that added heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and more.

The 2024 Ford F-150 introduced the Pro Access tailgate, which could flip down like a traditional gate or swing open for easier bed access. The tailgate's door could stop at various angles to avoid hitting the trailer jack. The F-150 also offered Pro Power Assist, with gas-powered trucks providing a 2.0-kW onboard generator and PowerBoost hybrids offering 2.4 kW of power. Towing and hauling capabilities were impressive, with a maximum towing capacity of 13,500 pounds and a payload of 2,445 pounds, depending on the configuration. The hybrid engine had a towing rating of 11,200 pounds and a payload of 1,755 pounds.

The 2023 Ford Maverick featured an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen with standard Bluetooth, wired Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. FordPass Connect offered a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot with a subscription. The Lariat trim added a 6.5-inch LED driver-information display, additional USB ports, and a power-sliding rear window. The Lariat's Luxury Package included an eight-speaker B&O sound system, wireless charging, and Ford's Sync 3 infotainment system.

The 2024 Ford F-150 came with a 12-inch touchscreen running SYNC 4, offering wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A 5G LTE wireless hotspot and wireless charging were standard, along with a 12-inch digital gauge cluster. The F-150 introduced a head-up display with options for towing, off-roading, and driving assistance information. Ford Stolen Vehicle Services provided theft detection and recovery capabilities. The F-150 also featured Pro Trailer Backup Assist and Smart Hitch technology for easier towing.

The 2023 Ford Maverick came standard with Ford's Co-Pilot 360 suite, including automatic high beams, pre-collision assist, and a rearview camera. Additional safety features included adaptive cruise control, lane centering, and blind-spot monitoring. The Maverick earned a four-star overall rating from the NHTSA and received mixed ratings from the IIHS.

The 2024 Ford F-150 also featured the Ford CoPilot 360 suite, with options for a 360-degree camera and Blue Cruise driving-assist system. The F-150 received a five-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA and mixed ratings from the IIHS, with some areas for improvement in rear-seat passenger safety and seatbelt reminders.