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Exceptional performance and low consumption make the first hybrid pickup truck in Brazil an attractive option for Ford consumers

Written by Roberta Souza
Published 27/05/2023 às 10:07
Pickup, Ford, Hybrid
Ford hybrid pickup, reproduction. Source: Motor 1 Uol.

The classic Ford pickup has gained a hybrid version that is already on the Brazilian market, however, the high value draws attention 

Despite the new hybrid version of the Ford Maverick having an appearance almost identical to the conventional FX4 version, even the discreet emblem on the bucket lid, which indicates the hybrid propulsion, resembles the new ford pickup arrives with a fully turbocharged version in the Brazilian market. Therefore, behind this discretion, the first hybrid pickup truck launched in Brazil delivers a remarkable feat: solid performance combined with low fuel consumption, according to the Vrum website.

Although it has a slightly higher price compared to the Fiat Toro Ultra, the most sophisticated monoblock pickup in the competition, the Ford Maverick Hybrid is offered for the same price as the conventional FX4 version. It's up to buyers to assess their priorities before purchasing a Ford hybrid pickup truck. Check the price:

Discover the Ford Maverick Hybrid pickup: R$244.890,00

As for the pickup's technical specifications, it is worth mentioning that the hybrid propulsion technology is not a plug-in type. This is a conventional system in which the engine combustion drives the wheels and recharges the lithium-ion battery. In this way, the pickup operates in all-electric mode only in situations of low power demand, such as parking maneuvers or traffic jams.

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The combustion engine of the Ford Maverick Hybrid pickup is a Duratec 2.5 four-cylinder, which was also used in other Ford models, such as the Fusion. However, in the pickup, it has an Atkinson cycle and the combined power, including the electric motor, is an impressive 194 hp, with torque of 21,4 kgfm. These numbers are more than enough to boost the 1.700 kg of the pickup, all this with a very low consumption.

Ford Maverick Hybrid: Energy Efficiency in the Spotlight

The Ford Maverick Hybrid achieves impressive consumption figures, according to the parameters established by Inmetro's Brazilian Vehicle Labeling Program (PBEV). Recording 15,7 km/l in the city and 13,6 km/l on the road, both with gasoline, the hybrid pickup stands out for its efficiency. 

It is important to note that hybrid vehicles have the advantage of consuming less fuel on urban journeys, where the electric motor can operate independently for extended periods. The combined consumption reaches the mark of 14,6 km/l in the new Ford pickup.

With a fuel tank of 57 liters, the autonomy of the Ford Maverick Hybrid pickup can overcome 800 km, depending on driving style and conditions of use. This feature gives owners exceptional freedom, allowing them to travel longer distances with less need to refuel. The hybrid pickup thus stands out as a sustainable and efficient option for those who value conscious fuel consumption.

Performance of the new Ford Pickup

Tests carried out on the Ford Maverick Hybrid pickup truck, on a route of approximately 80 km on duplicate highways in the interior of São Paulo, revealed that the hybrid pickup truck has a exceptional performance, accelerating and regaining speed successfully. According to the manufacturer, the Maverick Hybrid goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 8,7 seconds and reaches an electronically limited top speed of 175 km/h.

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Roberta Souza

Petroleum Engineer, postgraduate in Commissioning of Industrial Units, specialist in Industrial Corrosion. Get in touch to suggest an agenda, advertise job vacancies or advertise on our portal. We do not receive resumes

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