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# 2023 Ford Maverick Tremor - Re- Driven Off Road Outfitted
- URL: https://www.roadblazing.com/2023-ford-maverick-tremor-re-driven-off-road-outfitted/
- Published: 2023-10-20T13:25:00.000Z
- Updated: 2025-07-27T06:16:38.000Z
- Author: George Straton
- Tags: Pickup Trucks

## *UNBRANDED CALF BRED FOR TRAIL*: Home improving city dwellers have driven the success of the unibody compact pickup truck. For maximum urban handiness it is hard to beat the five occupant + cargo bed + cinch to park + impressive fuel economy practicality of the waiting list worthy Ford Maverick. 

## For an outdoor adventurous rendition, Ford has applied somewhere between their FX4 and full on Raptor treatment to its cute truck. The post pavement rated **2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor** is the subject of the latest **Roadblazing.com Re-Drive.**

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**2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD* DRIVING HITS:* (vs.[ **2022 Ford Maverick 2.5L Hybrid FWD** *in parentheses*)](https://www.roadblazing.com/2022-ford-maverick-2-5l-hybrid-bottom-line-review/)

- 2.0L turbocharged DI 16V DOHC I-4 petrol engine (vs. *2.5L gas battery hybrid electric*)
- 8-speed torque converter planetary automatic transaxle (vs. *Continuously Variable Transaxle*)
- 250 net horsepower @ 5500 r.p.m. (*+59 horsepower*)
- 277 pound feet torque @ 3000 r.p.m (+*68 lb-ft*)
- ♦ Towing: 2000 lbs. ; ♦ Payload: 1200 lbs.

![2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: healthy 250 horses from this turbo 2.0L straight 4 gas engine & 8 speed automatic](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2023/10/RB-2023-Ford-Maverick-XLT-Tremor-AWD-engine-P2660163-bc.jpg)

2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: healthy 250 horses from this turbo 2.0L straight 4 gas engine & 8 speed automatic

- On demand all-wheel drive, PTU to locking viscous multi-clutch center differential, 100:0% nominal to 20:80% front to rear maximum torque split w/ front ABS torque vectoring open axle (vs. *open axle front wheel drive*)
- **NEW FOR '23 TREMOR** package:
  - Dana AdvanTEK UltraTM dual clutch e-locking rear axle differential = 100% L to R vectoring lock
    - 50:50% F:R differential lock
    - Trail Control ABS off road cruise control
  - "TREMOR" Drive Modes x 5: Normal, Slippery, Trailer Tow, Mud & Rock, Sand

![2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: model exclusive five drive modes include Mud/ Ruts + Sand + trail control cruise](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2023/10/RB-2023-Ford-Maverick-XLT-Tremor-AWD-drive-modes-gauges-004c.jpg)

2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: model exclusive five drive modes include Mud/ Ruts + Sand + trail control cruise

- Fuel Economy: **23** **M**iles **P**er **G**allon, 460 miles maximum range (vs. *36 m.p.g., 470 miles*)
  - Front strut + rear twist beam independent suspension
- **NEW FOR '23**: **TREMOR** Package
- 9.4" inches ground clearance (vs. 8.6" inches **Maverick FX4**)
- 30.7o degrees approach, 22.4o departure, 19.9o breakover angles (vs. *21.6o / 21.2o / 18.1o *Maverick FX4**)
- Aluminum engine + transmission bash plate
- "**TREMOR**" specific dampers with internal bump stops

![2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: 8/10" lift and TREMOR specific dampers + twin clutch differential](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2023/10/RB-2023-Ford-Maverick-XLT-Tremor-AWD-suspension-rear-P2660437-bc.jpg)

2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: 8/10" lift and TREMOR specific dampers + twin clutch differential

- Vented rear brake rotors
- 17" inch alloy wheels + 235/65-H Falken Wildpeak All Terrain AT3W tires
- Little body roll, understeer at limits

![2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: 17" smoked wheels with single orange spoke wrapped in Falken Wildpeak all terrain tires](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2023/10/RB-2023-Ford-Maverick-XLT-Tremor-AWD-wheels-f-l-P2660183-bc.jpg)

2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: 17" smoked wheels with single orange spoke wrapped in Falken Wildpeak all terrain tires

**2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD* DRIVING MISSES:*

- No hybrid powertrain
- Automatic transmission hunts around in normal drive modes
- **TREMOR** Pkg. ineligible for greater 4000 lbs. towing
- All-terrain tires = slower turn in, noisier
- Ride jitter over rougher pavement
- Tenuous road to steering helm feel
- Rotary drive position selector confuses, especially when seeking Reverse from Drive
- No off road protection for rear differential or fuel tank

[2022 Ford Maverick 2.5L Hybrid - Bottom Line ReviewANIMATED MEASURE OF THE “CAR”: In the historic vernacular traditional sedans, coupes and hatchbacks comprise “Cars,” while all else can be summed up as “Trucks.” Fortunately for work vehicles, Disney’s Pixar embraces Sir Tow Mater, a tow pickup truck no less than Lighting McQueen, a NASCAR race stock car, in![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/icon/rb-wheel500-10.png)RoadBlazingGeorge Straton![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/thumbnail/RB-2022-Ford-Maverick-XLT-2.5L-HEV-ext-fr-P2280914-bc.jpg)](https://www.roadblazing.com/2022-ford-maverick-2-5l-hybrid-bottom-line-review/)

*WHAT the *2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD* HAS GOT:*

- Pricing: *from* **$24,090** (incl. destination) for an 8-speed automatic **2023 Ford Maverick 2.0T XL** front-wheel drive. As tested high-spec **2023 Ford Maverick 2.0T XLT Tremor** all-wheel drive trim priced at **$34,207**.
- Style: The Blue Oval's C2 platform is a master of many disguises. Where the [**Bronco Sport**](https://www.roadblazing.com/2023-ford-bronco-sport-heritage-awd-bottom-line-review/) takes cues from [**Bronco SUV**](https://www.roadblazing.com/2021-ford-bronco-4-door-black-diamond-4x4-bottom-line-review/), **Maverick** is the pre-teen analog of the [**F-Series Tremor**](https://www.roadblazing.com/2021-ford-f-150-tremor-4x4-tougher-tweener-re-driven-review/) pickup truck. inboard "C" shaped LED head and taillamps. Those are bisected in front by amber directionals; Consistent with other unitized body truck beds, a urethane top sill slopes towards the rear; Locating the trailer hitch panel on the center rear bumper asymmetrically displaces the license plate bowl to the right side.

![2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: orange front tow hooks, grille bar and wheel spoke](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2023/10/RB-2023-Ford-Maverick-XLT-Tremor-AWD-ext-fr-P2660147-bc.jpg)

![2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: Orange trimmed accenting in back = TREMOR quarter panel decals and lower right tailgate badging](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2023/10/RB-2023-Ford-Maverick-XLT-Tremor-AWD-ext-rr-P2660071-bc.jpg)

2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: orange front tow hooks, lateral grille bar, wheel spoke, rear quarter panel graphic

**TREMOR** appearance: ♦ Orange grille raceway character bar, ♦ Orange front tow hooks, ♦ Orange single spoke wheel border, Orange "XLT" fender louver lettering, ♦ "TREMOR" decal upper rear quarter panels + tailgate lower right side, Black "FORD" oval emblems.

- Space: Fits neatly within a 20 foot garage, easy nose-in perpendicular stall parking; **√** Compact car row 2 passenger legroom

![2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: driver's entry](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2023/10/RB-2023-Ford-Maverick-XLT-Tremor-AWD-entry-driver-004c.jpg)

![2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: Crew Cab Row 2 accommodations for up to 3](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2023/10/RB-2023-Ford-Maverick-XLT-Tremor-AWD-seats-Row-2-003c.jpg)

2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: Crew Cab configuration

- Utility: **√** 4.5 foot long cargo bed; **√** Deep bumper spanning step; **√** Easy action tailgate hinges; **√** White LED overhead bed light; **√** 60:40 split 2nd Row fold-up bench cushions; **√** 2nd Row sub-bench seat storage tray; **√** 1st Row full fore center console deep storage management; **√** 1st & 2nd Row door pocket management
- **√** 4x8' drywall or plywood fits above wheelhouses, exceeding bed (with liftgate lowered) by 1 foot.
- **+** FlexBedTM abundant dealer available bed add-ons, including spray in or molded polyurethane bed liner
  - **+/-** EZ tailgate (hydraulic strut) assist is a user installed $50 accessory
  - **\-1** FlexBedTM w/ power supply, J-channel adjustable cargo box cleats optional; No Backlight aperture (Lariat trim exclusive); Short door pockets

![2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: 4.5 foot cargo box will take a 4x8 sheet of plywood above the planar wheel arches](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2023/10/RB-2023-Ford-Maverick-XLT-Tremor-AWD-cargo-bed-P2660115-bc.jpg)

![2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: Row 2 split bench seat sub cargo storage](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2023/10/RB-2023-Ford-Maverick-XLT-Tremor-AWD-seats-Row-2-rr-cargo-004c.jpg)

2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: 4.5 foot cargo box fits 4x8 sheet of plywood above the planar wheel arches; 2nd Row stowage

- Fit & Finish: Colorful tablet style screens, open storage trays, decorative exposed hex bolt style trim fasteners, precision rotary knobs with outdoorsy two tone chalk & grey color schemes appeal to the light work & youthful outdoor lifestyles.
- Standard Feature Set:
- **√** Keyless entry, **√** Steering column twist key or Ford Pass remote ignition start; **√** B-pillar keypad entry
- **√** 1-zone automatic climate control w/ pre-conditioning
- **√** LED headlights, DRLs & sequential taillights
- **√** Full express power windows x 4
- **√** Cloth bucket front seats, manual adjust; **√** Tilt + telescoping steering wheel w/ integrated controls
- Infotainment Technology:
- **√** Twin analog dial gauge cluster + 4.2" TFT multifunction driving display
- **√** MyFordSync 3.0 Touch 8.0" inch portrait swipe and touch LCD media display w/ voice command + guidance HDD GPS navigation, Ford Connected Apps; **√** FordPass App;
  - By Subscription: Wi-Fi (4 years trial); **√** SiriusXM satellite radio ( 90 days incl.)

![2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: cockpit with ample storage is equally work and commute friendly](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2023/10/RB-2023-Ford-Maverick-XLT-Tremor-AWD-cockpit-P2660297-bc.jpg)

2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: cockpit with ample storage is equally work and commute friendly

- **√** USB-A, C x 2; **√** Bluetooth and smart phone messaging
- **√** 6-speaker, 240 W streaming audio with HD-radio
- **√** Android Auto + Apple CarPlay phone app projection (wired)
- Safety: **+1** 2023 **IIHS overall Acceptable;**\* 8 airbags; Backup camera w/ predictive grid lines + front & rear warning park assist
- \* predominantly good safety marks, marred by poor rear occupant safety
- Driver Assist Technology: STD: Pedestrian, cyclist, large animal forward traffic and oncoming traffic turn vehicle collision avoidance braking; Blind spot & rear cross traffic warning & avoidance braking; Post collision brake lock; Auto high beam lights
  - **Co-Pilot360** (optional): Adaptive cruise control; Lane Keep Assist with Travel Assist
- Warranty: 3 year / 36k miles bumper to bumper, 5 yrs. / 60k mi. powertrain warranty

![2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: wired Android Auto + Apple CarPlay phone app projection](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2023/10/RB-2023-Ford-Maverick-XLT-Tremor-AWD-cockpit-Android-P2660337-bc.jpg)

2023 Ford Maverick XLT Tremor AWD: wired Android Auto + Apple CarPlay phone app projection

*WHAT the *2023 Ford Maverick Tremor AWD* HAS NOT (or NOT PREFERRED):*

- Most operational settings including climate accessible ONLY in the central touch infotainment screen
- Steering wheel limited telescoping range

*STANDOUT FEATURES on *2023 FORD MAVERICK XLT TREMOR AWD**:

- ♦ Spray-in bedliner
- ♦ 6.5" inch color TFT multifunction display includes off road modes & position
- ♦ "TREMOR" bronze embroidered "stone wash"Black Onyx" denim look front bucket seats, manual adjust
- ♦ Ambient cabin illumination (white)

**Roadblazing.com** Says: *Unbranded Blue Oval pickup calf trades away FX4 towing capability for greater off road ambition.*