Ford Maverick vs The Competition
Ford Maverick vs. the Hyundai Competition in Chambersburg
As compact trucks go, both the Ford Maverick and the Hyundai Santa Cruz are built to stand the test of time and the road. Each delivers its own unique blend of go-anywhere capability, urban maneuverability, and worksite versatility. If you're considering financing or leasing and want to learn more about how the pickups stack up, the experts here at Keystone Ford in Chambersburg have made it easy. Check out the head-to-head comparison with us; we'll help you make an informed decision.
Compare Ford Maverick vs. Hyundai Santa Cruz at a Glance
Ford Maverick | Hyundai Santa Cruz | |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | 2.5-liter, four-cylinder hybrid; turbocharged 2.0-liter, four-cylinder EcoBoost gas | 2.5-liter, four-cylinder gas; turbocharged 2.5-liter, four-cylinder gas |
| Transmission | continuously variable automatic (CVT); eight-speed automatic | eight-speed automatic |
| Horsepower | 191 to 250 | 191 to 281 |
| Torque | 155 to 280 pound-feet | 181 to 311 pound-feet |
| Drivetrains | front-wheel drive (FWD); all-wheel drive (AWD) | FWD; AWD |
| Tow Capacity | up to 2,000 pounds; up to 4,000 pounds with optional tow package | up to 5,000 pounds |
| Payload Rating | up to 1,500 pounds | up to 1,411 pounds |
| Fuel Economy | up to 42 mpg city and 35 mpg highway (hybrid, FWD); up to 40 mpg city and 34 mpg highway (hybrid, AWD); up to 22 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (gas) | 18-22 mpg city, 26-30 mpg highway |
| Seating Capacity | up to five | up to five |
Performance & Fuel Economy
Key takeaway: both the Ford Maverick and the Hyundai Santa Cruz share similar features. However, the Maverick is more efficient and better-equipped to shoulder a light workday's load on long-distance commutes around Hagerstown, MD.
Every Maverick offers a choice between two powertrains:
- A highly efficient 191-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid
- A more powerful turbocharged 250-horsepower, 2.0-liter, four-cylinder EcoBoost gas variant
The former pairs with a smooth, continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), while the latter mates to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The truck's available automatic full-time all-wheel drive (AWD) system even makes it easier to power through rugged terrain in foul weather outside Shippensburg. However, saving at the gas pump is where the Maverick pulls ahead; it offers some of the top EPA fuel economy ratings in its class:
- Front-wheel-drive hybrid models achieve up to 42 mpg city and 35 mpg highway
- All-wheel-drive hybrid models get up to 40 mpg city and 34 mpg highway
- Gas-powered models get up to 22 mpg city and 30 mpg highway
Santa Cruz may be comparably equipped, but it doesn't have a hybrid option, and it isn't as economical with gas. Plus, with a 1,411-pound payload rating, it can't haul as much in its bed; Maverick has a 1,500-pound payload capacity.
Exterior & Interior
Key takeaway: the Maverick and the Santa Cruz share similar equipment, but the Maverick is longer, so it's arguably more solidly planted while driving. Its bed is also half a foot larger than its rival's, so it can accommodate extra tools and equipment. The Maverick also has durable seats from the get-go, meaning that, if you're looking for a no-frills work truck, there's no need to pay for overpriced, unnecessary upgrades.
Every Maverick measures 199.7 inches long atop a 121.1-inch wheelbase and features a SuperCrew cab with an extra-short, 4.5-foot box. They make it purpose-built both for cruising highways and nimbly navigating Gettysburg streets. Its spacious cabin provides ample seating for five passengers in your choice of cloth or premium ActiveX-trimmed upholstery, and the cockpit provides an exceptional 42.8 inches of legroom for comfort during long drives out of Fayetteville, PA.
The Santa Cruz measures only 195.7 inches long on a shorter 118.3-inch wheelbase and features a four-door crew cab with only a four-foot cargo bed. It may offer stain-resistant cloth, H-Tex synthetic leather, and genuine leather-trimmed seating options, but the latter require extra investment, and the pickup offers a slightly more cramped 41.4 inches of legroom.
Technology
Key takeaway: if you're looking for a well-appointed mobile office for project management that can double as a family-friendly hauler on weekends, Maverick excels. Its base trims have larger touchscreens than the Santa Cruz, and you can get entertainment upgrades that the Hyundai rival doesn't offer.
Ford designed the Maverick standard with a cloud-connected 13.2-inch SYNC 4 infotainment system, and you can get navigation, Wi-Fi support, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in select trims to keep you connected and on track. If you love taking road trips, you can get next-level entertainment at higher trim levels: opt for the eight-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system.
In contrast, Hyundai equipped the Santa Cruz with only a 12.3-inch touchscreen, and it incorporates Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto support. You can get dual 12.3-inch displays in a single, curved design, but only in higher, more expensive trims. The only entertainment option is a six-speaker sound system.
See Why More Tradespeople and Off-Roaders Choose the Maverick at Keystone Ford
There are plenty more reasons why South-Central Pennsylvania truckers prefer Ford over Hyundai. You can discover them for yourself in our new Ford inventory and behind the wheel at our dealership in Chambersburg. Contact us to schedule an exciting test drive today. We're looking forward to introducing you to all the latest Maverick offers.
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