How many miles per gallon does the Ford Maverick get for Worcester-area drivers?

The Maverick with the 2.5L hybrid engine and front-wheel drive is rated 38 mpg combined (42 city, 35 highway), the best of any Maverick. The gas-only 2.0L EcoBoost is rated 23 to 26 mpg combined depending on drivetrain and trim. Ratings are the same in Worcester as anywhere. Ira Ford Auburn sells the Maverick new, 12 minutes south of Worcester.

Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Auburn. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.

Ford Maverick mpg by trim and drivetrain, from Ford’s ratings

Ford’s EPA ratings for the 2026 Maverick run from 23 to 26 mpg combined on gasoline and 37 to 38 mpg combined on the hybrid. The hybrid with front-wheel drive leads at 42 mpg in the city. The Lariat hybrid with all-wheel drive is rated 39 city, 32 highway and 36 combined (fueleconomy.gov, 2026).

The front-wheel-drive gas Maverick is rated 26 mpg combined, and the all-wheel-drive gas model is rated 25. Among the hybrids, the front-wheel-drive version is the most efficient at 38 mpg combined. The rating depends on the drivetrain more than on the trim, so check the drivetrain first when you compare.

Does all-wheel drive lower Ford Maverick mpg for Worcester drivers?

Yes, but only by one mpg. All-wheel drive drops the gas Maverick from 26 mpg combined to 25, and the hybrid from 38 to 37. Worcester’s winters are where that trade makes sense.

Worcester Regional Airport, the reporting station in Auburn’s own Worcester County, averages 72.9 inches of snow a year (NOAA, 1991 to 2020 normals). A driver who sees that much winter should weigh the all-wheel-drive models on traction rather than on one mpg. On a snowy street, one mpg is a small trade.

Should Worcester drivers use the Maverick’s city or highway mpg?

Use the city number for stop-and-go driving on Worcester and Auburn streets, and the highway number for steady runs on the Mass Pike and I-290. The hybrid rates higher in the city, at 42 mpg against 35 on the highway. The gas models do the opposite, rating 23 mpg in the city and 32 on the highway.

Worcester city residents who work average 24.1 minutes each way (CommuteShift, 2024). Most commutes mix local traffic with highway speed, so both numbers apply. Pick the hybrid if your day is mostly city miles, and the gas model if most of your miles come at highway speed.

What does a year of gas cost in a Ford Maverick near Worcester?

The hybrid Maverick with front-wheel drive carries an estimated $1,650 a year in fuel costs (fueleconomy.gov, 2026). The all-wheel-drive hybrid comes in at $1,700, a $50 difference. Those are the EPA estimates, and your own bill will move with the pump price and how you drive.

Regular gasoline in Massachusetts averaged $4.145 a gallon (U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2026).

Frequently asked questions about Maverick mpg

Does the hybrid Maverick need to be plugged in?

No. A conventional hybrid cannot be plugged in to recharge, and its energy comes from gasoline and regenerative braking (U.S. EPA and DOE, 2026 Fuel Economy Guide). The 2026 hybrid front-wheel-drive Maverick is listed as a hybrid in that guide, not a plug-in.

How far can a Maverick go on one tank of gas?

The 2026 hybrid front-wheel-drive Maverick holds 13.8 gallons and has an EPA total driving range of 524 miles (fueleconomy.gov, 2026). That is more than 500 miles on one fill-up.

Does the Maverick get its rated mpg in real driving?

Owners can beat the rating. The fueleconomy.gov shared estimate for the 2026 hybrid all-wheel-drive Maverick averages 41.4 mpg, against a 37 mpg combined rating (fueleconomy.gov, 2026). That figure comes from one vehicle in Washington state driven 40% stop-and-go.

Does a roof rack or bike mount lower Maverick mpg?

A large rooftop cargo box does the most damage. It can cut fuel economy by 2% to 8% in city driving, 6% to 17% on the highway, and 10% to 25% at interstate speeds (Fuel Economy Guide, 2026). Rear-mount cargo boxes or trays cost much less, at 1% to 2% in city driving and 1% to 5% on the highway (Fuel Economy Guide, 2026).

Is the 2026 Maverick’s mpg different from earlier model years?

The gas front-wheel-drive Maverick is rated 26 mpg combined in both 2024 and 2026. The hybrid front-wheel-drive model rose from 37 mpg combined in 2024 to 38 in 2026, with the same 42 mpg city rating (fueleconomy.gov, 2024).

How can a Worcester driver get better mpg from a Maverick?

Driving style moves fuel economy more than anything else. Aggressive driving can lower gas mileage by roughly 15% to 30% at highway speeds and 10% to 40% in stop-and-go traffic (fueleconomy.gov). Each 5 MPH you drive over 60 MPH can reduce your fuel economy by 7% (2026 Fuel Economy Guide, EPA and DOE).

Where can Worcester drivers buy a Maverick in Auburn?

Ira Ford Auburn sells the Maverick new at 780 Washington Street, beside the Mass Pike interchange and about 12 minutes south of Worcester. We are part of Group 1 Automotive.

We sell new Ford models, including the Maverick, Bronco and Explorer. We have a secure online finance application, and our parts center can order roof racks, bike mounts and cargo organizers.

Customers describe the buying process in their own words. In an April 2026 Google review, Sal B. wrote: “Bought a bronco. The buying experience was easy. David lee was good to work with.” In an April 2026 Google review, Gina F. wrote: “Highly recommend Ira Ford! Go see Kyle! He was amazing! The whole team is fantastic. I never once felt pressured i to anything, they worked within my parameters and accommodated each one of my needs.”

To start, bring the Maverick trim you are weighing and get a fast online pre-approval. Then finish at Ira Ford Auburn on Washington Street.

Ira Ford Auburn answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Auburn showroom, or call 774-321-1107.

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