2026 Ford Maverick Lariat: Lakeland Buyers Guide

What Lariat adds over XLT

Lariat is where the Maverick stops feeling budget-conscious. ActiveX-trimmed seats in Smoked Truffle replace XLT's cloth, with heated front seats, heated side mirrors, and a heated steering wheel all standard rather than optional add-ons. A Bang & Olufsen sound system with 8 speakers and a subwoofer, an acoustic windshield for a quieter cabin, and Tough Bed spray-in bedliner round out the comfort list. On the technology side, Lariat is the first trim with a standard 360-degree camera and Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go, Lane Centering, and Predictive Speed Assist — features that are optional or unavailable on XL and XLT. Wheels move up to 19-inch machined-painted aluminum.

The tradeoff: Lariat is AWD-only. Unlike XL and XLT, where front-wheel drive with the hybrid is the standard, lower-cost configuration, every Lariat comes with all-wheel drive as part of the trim — there's no way to order a front-wheel-drive Lariat to save on the base price.

Hybrid standard, EcoBoost available

Like XL and XLT, Lariat comes standard with the 2.5L PowerBoost hybrid — though because it's AWD-only, the EPA-estimated combined figure lands at 36 mpg rather than the 38 mpg XL and XLT hit in front-wheel-drive form, a small but real difference tied to the heavier standard equipment. The 2.0L EcoBoost remains available for buyers who want more conventional power delivery, with the same available 4K Tow Package raising max tow from 2,000 to 4,000 lbs on either engine.

Who buys Lariat in Lakeland

Buyers who want a Maverick that doesn't feel like a compromise on comfort — commuters logging real daily miles who'll notice heated seats and a quieter cabin, and families who want the extra safety tech standard rather than optional. One Lakeland Ford reviewer, Jammie A., described a recent Lariat purchase: "Just bought a new truck from Richard and his apprentice. Both very great, they went to town trying to jump through hoops and get me into a new Ford Maverick hybrid — they were very informative and I felt no pressure at all when buying." Richard Berndt is a Ford Sales Specialist currently on staff.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Maverick Lariat available in front-wheel drive?

No — Lariat is AWD-only. Buyers who want a front-wheel-drive Maverick need to shop XL or XLT instead.

Does Lariat come with the hybrid engine?

Yes — the 2.5L PowerBoost hybrid is standard, rated at an EPA-estimated 36 mpg combined in Lariat's AWD-only configuration. The 2.0L EcoBoost is available for buyers who'd rather trade mileage for more conventional power delivery.

What sound system does the Lariat have?

A Bang & Olufsen system with 8 speakers including a subwoofer and HD Radio, plus an acoustic windshield that helps keep road and wind noise down.

Where can I see a Lariat in Lakeland?

Check current Maverick Lariat inventory at Lakeland Ford, 1430 West Memorial Boulevard.

The value case

At $38,090 MSRP, Lariat is still well under $40,000 while adding the comfort and driver-assist features that make a compact truck feel like a genuine daily driver rather than a work vehicle with a nicer interior bolted on.