Thirty-nine MPG city. AWD. A 4K Tow Package. A spray-lined pickup bed. This 2026 Ford Maverick Lariat puts four things together that normally force a buyer into different vehicles, which is why this Azure Gray Metallic truck makes so much sense around Tampa Bay.

The 2.5L hybrid powertrain and power-split electric CVT are EPA-estimated at 39 MPG city, 32 MPG highway and 36 MPG combined. That is especially useful in the stop-and-go driving between Wesley Chapel and New Tampa, where a hybrid can spend its week doing exactly the kind of driving it was built for. AWD adds another layer when summer rain floods the road, a grass parking area turns slick or a weekend route around Zephyrhills gets less predictable.

Then look at the bed. Ford gives this Lariat FLEXBED storage, enclosed bed storage, LED box lighting, cargo tie-downs, a power tailgate lock and a Tough Bed spray-in liner. The 4K Tow Package and factory trailer tow hitch expand the job description when a compatible trailer or recreational load needs to follow you toward Dade City or Brooksville. A conventional spare tire is already onboard as well.

The cabin is not built like a stripped compact truck. Navy Pier and Smoked Truffle trim gives it a distinctive Lariat look, while dual-zone automatic climate control, ambient lighting and a heated steering wheel make daily driving more comfortable. Flip up the second-row bench and hidden under-seat storage appears for bags, straps, valuables or smaller gear you would rather keep inside the locked cab. Rear USB ports, 12-volt power and a rear armrest with cupholders make the back seat useful when people come along.

Parks Ford of Wesley Chapel includes the Parks Ford Lifetime Powertrain Warranty with this new Maverick, giving a high-mileage-friendly hybrid pickup another layer of long-term ownership value.

A 13.2-inch center display runs SYNC 4, and the 5G modem supports Ford app capability through the included one-year Connectivity Package. The B&O sound system uses eight speakers, SiriusXM with 360L includes a three-month trial, and remote start is already built into the vehicle. None of that needs a dedicated learning curve; it is simply there to make the truck easier to use.

The camera system may become one of the most-used features in New Tampa or Land O Lakes. A 360-degree camera works with front and rear parking sensors to make tight garages, crowded lots and close driveway situations easier to judge. Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 and Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking add support once traffic starts moving again, while Intelligent Access with push-button start removes one more small hassle from the routine.

Azure Gray Metallic Tri-Coat gives the Maverick a premium finish without losing the practical shape that makes it easy to park and easy to load. Parks Plus paint protection helps with Florida sun and environmental exposure, rain-repellent treatment is useful when a dry afternoon turns into a downpour, and cabin sanitizer with antimicrobial treatment fits a five-passenger truck that may carry people all week and gear all weekend.

The smartest part is that efficiency is not the compromise. You still have AWD, a real pickup bed, 4K Tow capability, hidden storage, a 360-degree camera and Lariat comfort.

Monday morning just happens to come with an EPA-estimated 39 MPG city. Price includes $1,395 dealer added accessories.