2027 Ford Maverick: real cost in California
See the Maverick on Ford's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, XL FWD · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$28,145the advertised price
Drive away$32,779with fees and tax
Loan payment$474/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$972/moeverything, after resale
$32,779 to drive away + $52,864 to run it for 6 years − $15,683 back at resale = $69,960, or $972 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$32,779
Running it, 6 yrs+$52,864
Back at resale−$15,683
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$28,145Feesfreight $1,845 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,930Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$2,704Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$16,685Fuel13,500 mi a year at 37 MPG
+$12,664Maintenanceestimate
+$7,255Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$7,136Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$6,320Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$2,804Resale after 6 years56% of MSRP, you get this back
−$15,683True cost $69,960 ÷ 72 months$972 a month
The car
Size and space
BodySuperCrew
Seats5
CargoNot published
Ground clearance7.4–9.1 in
Engine and fuel
TowingUp to 4,000 lb
Tires17" or 19"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash testNot rated yet
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · some trims or an option
Warranty3 yrspowertrain 5 yrs
Resale at 6 years56% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: 5 seats.| XL FWD | $28,145 | $32,779 | $69,960 | ✓ $972/mo | 4,000 | 37 MPG | — No | — No | — No | — No | — No |
| XLT FWD | $30,745 | $35,612 | $72,718 | $1,010/mo | 4,000 | 37 MPG | — No | — No | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — No |
| XL AWD | $31,540 | $36,479 | $73,438 | $1,020/mo | 4,000 | 37 MPG | — No | — No | — No | — No | ✓ Yes |
| Lobo Advanced 4WD | $32,155 | $37,149 | $82,955 | $1,152/mo | 2,000 | 24 MPG | — No | — No | — No | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| XLT AWD | $33,140 | $38,223 | $75,171 | $1,044/mo | 4,000 | 37 MPG | — No | — No | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Lariat FWD | $34,760 | $39,988 | $78,297 | $1,087/mo | 4,000 | 36 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — No |
| Lariat AWD | $37,155 | $42,599 | $80,751 | $1,122/mo | 4,000 | 36 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Tremor Advanced 4WD | $37,155 | $42,599 | $89,337 | $1,241/mo | 2,000 | 23 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Lobo Premium Advanced 4WD | $37,155 | $42,599 | $88,225 | $1,225/mo | 2,000 | 24 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
XL FWD
✓ $972/mo
True cost
XLT FWD
$1,010/mo
True cost
XL AWD
$1,020/mo
True cost
Lobo Advanced 4WD
$1,152/mo
True cost
XLT AWD
$1,044/mo
True cost
Lariat FWD
$1,087/mo
True cost
Lariat AWD
$1,122/mo
True cost
Tremor Advanced 4WD
$1,241/mo
True cost
Lobo Premium Advanced 4WD
$1,225/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
XL FWD$28,145
XLT FWD$30,745
XL AWD$31,540
Lobo Advanced 4WD$32,155
XLT AWD$33,140
Lariat FWD$34,760
Lariat AWD$37,155
Tremor Advanced 4WD$37,155
Lobo Premium Advanced 4WD$37,155
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
+ $995
✓
+ $995
Adaptive cruise
✓ from Lariat FWD
Lane centering
✓ from Lariat FWD
360° camera
✓ from Lariat FWD
Parking sensors
+ $995
✓
+ $995
✓ from Lariat FWD
Comfort
Heated seats
+ $1,995
+ $1,995
✓ from Lariat FWD
Heated steering wheel
✓ from Lariat FWD
Dual-zone climate
✓ from Lariat FWD
Convenience
Push-button start
✓
✓ Lobo Advanced 4WD to XLT AWD
Remote start
+ $1,995
+ $1,995
✓ from Lariat FWD
Wireless phone charging
+ $1,595
✓ from Tremor Advanced 4WD
Power driver's seat
+ $1,995
✓
+ $1,995
✓ from Lariat FWD
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ from Lariat FWD
Premium sound system
+ $1,595
✓ from Tremor Advanced 4WD
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓
✓
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓ XL AWD to XLT AWD
✓ from Lariat AWD
Tow hitch included
✓
+ $150
✓ from Lobo Advanced 4WD
Sunroof
+ $995
+ $995
✓ from Lobo Premium Advanced 4WD
Ford lists only a few items for this model, so features not shown above may still be fitted; check with the dealer.
Full standard equipment on the XL FWD (18 items)
- 2.5L Hybrid Engine
- Power-Split Electric CVT Transmission
- Ford Security Package (one year included)
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Technology
- XL (100A)
- Ford Connectivity Package (one year included)
- 17” Steel Wheels with Sparkle Silver Painted Covers
- 225/65R 17” A/S BSW Tires
- Mirrors, Sideview – Manual Glass with MIC Black Skull Caps
- Configurable Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
- SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System
- Perimeter Alarm
- AM/FM Stereo with Six (6) Speakers
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
- Rear View Camera
- Cruise Control
- Rear Under Seat Storage Bins
- 5G Modem
Recalls
13 NHTSA recalls for 2025 to 2027 Maverick models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Structure2026 · 23 vehicles
Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened. This can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash protection, electrical system failure, or a loss of vehicle stability.Recall 26V550000 at NHTSA ↗Suspension2025, 2026 · 4,653 vehicles
The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckle.Recall 26V340000 at NHTSA ↗Equipment2025 · 55 vehicles
The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.Recall 26V239000 at NHTSA ↗Air bags2025, 2026 · 3,170 vehicles
The Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) unit may fail to correctly detect the presence of an adult or child in the front passenger seat.Recall 26V201000 at NHTSA ↗Visibility2025, 2026 · 323 vehicles
The moonroof glass may not have been bonded correctly to the moonroof frame, which could result in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle.Recall 26V157000 at NHTSA ↗Engine and engine cooling2025 · 47,804 vehicles
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.Recall 26V122000 at NHTSA ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2027 Maverick in California?
- $32,779 to drive away for the XL FWD, from a $28,145 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $474 loan payment, about $1,021 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $972 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- From 2,000 lb to 4,000 lb, depending on the trim.
Colors
Orange Fury Metallic Tri-Coat+$995Glacier Gray Metallic Tri-Coat+$995Light Blue+$495Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat+$495Velocity Blue+$495Gladwin Green+$495Neptune Blue+$495Shadow BlackOxford White
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