Maverick XL vs XLT vs Lariat - Which Trim Is Worth It?

Deciding between the maverick xl vs xlt vs lariat can feel like a bit of a headache because Ford did a surprisingly good job making all three feel like viable options. Usually, with these small trucks, there's one trim that's clearly a "rental car special" and one that's way too expensive for what it is, but the Maverick manages to blur those lines. If you're looking at these three, you're likely trying to figure out if you can live with the basics or if you'll regret not springing for the "fancy" seats and better speakers later on. ...

May 23, 2026 · 7 min · Christiansen Schemansky