To say that brand-new trucks have gotten quite expensive would be a massive understatement. In fact, the average amount spent on a brand-new truck is around $50,000. However, as you might expect, a considerable portion of the market doesn’t have large sums of money to blow. That’s where the 2022 Ford Maverick comes in.

Despite being a small truck with up to 4,000 lb of towing capacity, Ford’s latest release claims it’ll start under $20,000 once it arrives at dealerships. Aside from offering a smaller truck at a more accessible price point, the Maverick might allow even first-time buyers an easy way into the brand.

The 2022 Ford Maverick starts under $20,000

The 2022 Ford Maverick officially offers up a base price of $19,995. Despite its low price point, this base model might be the one to get. That’s because you get a 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder hybrid powertrain as standard. Aside from offering up 191 hp and 155 lb-ft. However, the big story here is that you should get up to 40 mpg in the city.

This entry-level 2022 Ford Maverick offers up an eight-inch touch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity in terms of standard equipment. If you utilize this truck’s onboard Wi-Fi system, you can connect up to 10 devices. You also get FordPass which allows you to start up your truck, lock it, or even check its fuel level directly from your phone.

In terms of safety features, the base trim offers up automatic emergency braking and automatic high beam headlights as standard. However, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, lane centering, and evasive steering assist are optional extras.

What other trim levels can we expect?

Speaking of extras, the 2022 Ford Maverick will obviously offer more expensive trim levels with optional extras. For example, if you want the max towing rating, you’ll need to shell out extra cash for the larger 2.0-liter turbocharged engine option with 250 hp and 277 lb-ft.

If you want to move up in the trim levels, Motor1 reports that you should expect to pay $22,280 for the XLT trim level. The XLT adds notable features such as adaptive cruise control, alloy wheels, and power outside mirrors. From there, you’re looking at $25,490 if you want the Lariat trim. As you might expect, this is the luxury-oriented version of the Maverick, which offers up synthetic leather trim, ambient lighting, and even a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

If you want to upgrade to that aforementioned 2.0-liter engine, it’s a $1,085 option across the range. Additionally, you can add all-wheel drive to that engine for an extra $2,220.

When will the 2022 Ford Maverick go on sale?

If you’re looking to buy a 2022 Ford Maverick, the good news is that you won’t have to wait for long. According to Ford, its smallest new truck is targeted to go on sale later this Fall. However, if you want to reserve one of the earlier build slots, the American carmaker has already begun taking reservations. Overall, if you’re looking for a small and affordable truck with great efficiency, this new Maverick seems like a worthy contender.