The New Ford Maverick vs. the Competition

How does a new Ford Maverick compare to the competition?

Here at Jensen Le Mars Ford, we're proud to offer a wide array of compelling and competitively priced new Ford trucks for sale near the greater Sioux City area. But one of the best reasons to pay a visit to our showroom on Lincoln Street Southwest in Le Mars, IA is also one of our most compact models. The new Ford Maverick is breathing new life into the compact truck segment. With its versatile form factor, generous array of standard features, and competitive price point, the new Ford Maverick is a compelling pick for daily driving, weekend adventuring, and even avid D.I.Yers around the greater Merrill area. But even as the new Ford Maverick excels on the roads of Iowa, it's not without competition. So, if you're interested in buying or leasing the new Ford Maverick, come see how it stacks up to rivals like the new Hyundai Santa Cruz and Nissan Frontier.

The New Ford Maverick vs. the Hyundai Santa Cruz

The Hyundai Santa Cruz is the only true competitor to the Ford Maverick in the compact SUV segment. Now, both of these vehicles are attractive options in their own right, but the Ford Maverick has a clear edge when you look closely at its capabilities.

Fuel Economy

One of the key benefits to choosing a new Ford Maverick over the Hyundai Santa Cruz is the fuel efficiency advantages it offers. If you commute to and from Orange City on a daily basis for work during the week, you'll be happy to note that the new Ford Maverick boasts an available hybrid electric powertrain, which is notably lacking from the Hyundai Santa Cruz. With an EPA-estimated 42 mpg city / 33 mpg highway, the new Ford Maverick is the superior vehicle for your daily commute.

Off-Road Capability

The Hyundai Santa Cruz may look like a truck, but take it off the beaten path and you'll find that it leaves a lot to be desired. Even though it offers all-wheel drive, the Hyundai Santa Cruz has much less ground clearance than a comparably equipped Ford Maverick Tremor. In fact, with up to 9.1 inches of ground clearance and off-road oriented features like a more robust suspension system, underbody skid plates, and added terrain drive modes, the new Ford Maverick Tremor is ideal for any Sioux City, IA driver who want to get away from the hustle and bustle and explore the great outdoors more.

Payload Capacity

If you're looking to tackle home improvement projects around the greater Merrill area or you need to haul your sports equipment and outdoor gear to your favorite destinations, you need a truck with some power to spare. Luckily, the new Ford Maverick is more than well-equipped on that front. In fact, when properly equipped, the new Ford Maverick can haul payloads of up to 1,500 pounds. Even in its most powerful format, the new Hyundai Santa Cruz can only haul payloads of just over 1,400 pounds, making it much less capable overall.

Reserve a test drive in the new Ford Maverick

If you're interested in buying or leasing a new Ford Maverick, we'd love the chance to earn your business here at Jensen Le Mars Ford. Feel free to get started on your new Ford Maverick deal by applying for financing online, getting an estimate on your car's trade-in value, or reaching out to our team to arrange a test drive today.

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