![]() ![]() With the throttle halfway down, it gushes away from traffic lights and surges up to speed. In city traffic, the Maverick’s 2-litre turbo engine feels like it’s raring to go. With 277 lb-ft of torque available from just above idle speeds and a quick and snappy first gear, throttle response off the line is amplified. Specifically, the truck feels calibrated to deliver a surprisingly responsive experience. As mentioned above, test-driving shoppers will feel this quickly - likely within a few moments of setting off. I figure the best thing about the Maverick is the way it drives. Just set the cruise and it’s a smooth and fuss-free highway drive - even in heavy traffic. Specifically, the Maverick’s radar cruise system becomes trustworthy in quick order, and operates with a smooth and consistent polish that all but prevents startling or abrupt inputs. Ditto the radar cruise control system, which operates with the consistent, trustworthy adjustments to vehicle speed and following distance I expect in high-end machinery. My tester included a a partial-digital instrument cluster readout, a logical and fast-acting central touch-screen interface, power-sliding rear window, heated steering wheel, remote start, and a punchy and potent B&O Play stereo system that quickly became a favourite feature during several hours of highway touring. On feature content, going fully-loaded in your Maverick doesn’t disappoint. The material selection won’t blow anyone’s socks off upon closer inspection, and some controls and interfaces look and feel a bit old school, though in all, they’re mostly placed logically, easy to find, and easy to use. It’s dressed up with some rugged styling cues, chunky shapes, exposed fasteners, textured surfaces, and playful use of colour and texture. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. ![]()
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