New Ford Maverick Costa Mesa, CA
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Who Should Buy the Ford Maverick?
The Ford Maverick is ideal for Orange County first-time truck buyers, commuters, and city dwellers who want a compact, hybrid-efficient pickup that parks easily yet still hauls gear for weekend projects and coastal or desert trips.
The new Ford Maverick pairs a standard 2.0L EcoBoost or an available hybrid rated at approximately 42 MPG combined with a genuine FlexBed and one of the most affordable starting prices of any new pickup — a practical fit for Costa Mesa's mix of South Coast Plaza professionals, arts-district commuters, and weekend beach-and-harbor haulers. Huntington Beach Ford is about 10 miles from Costa Mesa, roughly an 18 minute drive via CA-55 South to CA-1/Beach Blvd (CA-39), or straight down Fairview Rd to Beach Blvd. Compare XL, XLT, Lariat, Lobo, and Tremor trims on our lot and book a test drive today.
Why Costa Mesa Drivers Choose Huntington Beach Ford for the Maverick
- Short, direct route: CA-55 South to CA-1/Beach Blvd, or Fairview Rd straight to Beach Blvd, gets Costa Mesa shoppers to our lot in about 18 minutes.
- Efficiency for premium-priced gas: the 42 MPG hybrid option helps offset Costa Mesa's typically higher fuel prices and South Coast Plaza-area traffic.
- Right-sized for beach living: a compact truck that's easier to park near South Coast Plaza and on Costa Mesa's tighter Eastside and Westside streets than a full-size pickup, yet still hauls surfboards and gear.
- Trade in and trade up: get an instant online KBB Cash Offer and apply it directly toward your Maverick.
- Tech-forward cabin: the available 13.2-inch touchscreen suits Costa Mesa's design- and culture-minded shoppers who frequent Segerstrom and South Coast Repertory.
Ford Maverick Overview: Trims, Engines & Features
The Ford Maverick is a compact pickup offered in XL, XLT, Lariat, the street-styled Lobo, and off-road-oriented Tremor trims, with pricing that starts under $30,000. It comes with a standard 2.0L EcoBoost engine or an available hybrid powertrain rated at approximately 42 MPG combined, one of the best fuel-economy figures of any pickup sold in the U.S. The versatile FlexBed offers tie-downs and clever configurable storage, and an available 13.2-inch touchscreen anchors a tech-equipped cabin that seats up to five.
Why the Maverick Fits Life in Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa is a beach-adjacent, affluent Orange County city built around South Coast Plaza, the Segerstrom Center for the Arts and South Coast Repertory, and an active outdoor lifestyle that leans on nearby Newport Beach harbor and the Huntington Beach coastline just minutes away. That combination — upscale shopping and cultural venues, dense mixed-use neighborhoods on the Eastside and Westside, and a population that surfs, paddles, and boats on weekends — creates a specific kind of buyer: someone who wants real cargo capability for boards, bikes, and harbor gear, but doesn't want a full-size truck's parking headaches near South Coast Plaza or on Costa Mesa's more tightly packed residential blocks.
The Maverick answers that directly. Its FlexBed swallows surfboards, paddleboards, and coolers for a morning run to the Newport Beach harbor or a sunset session in Huntington Beach, while its compact dimensions make daily parking near South Coast Plaza, Segerstrom, or in Eastside Costa Mesa's older, tighter-lotted neighborhoods far easier than a full-size pickup. The hybrid's approximately 42 MPG combined rating also helps offset the higher fuel prices common in this part of coastal Orange County, and the available 13.2-inch touchscreen matches the design-conscious sensibility of a city built around art and retail.
Maverick vs the Competition
Sources & last updated: July 2026
| Feature | Ford Maverick | Hyundai Santa Cruz |
|---|---|---|
| Combined fuel economy (hybrid/base) | 42 MPG (hybrid)[1] | ~25 mpg (base)[1] |
| Bed length | Longer FlexBed[2] | Shorter bed[2] |
| Max payload | Higher rated payload[2] | Lower rated payload[2] |
| Available touchscreen | 13.2-inch available[2] | Smaller standard/available screen[2] |
| Max towing (turbo engine) | See manufacturer specifications[2] | ~5,000 lbs (turbo)[2] |
| Starting MSRP | Under $30,000[2] | Under $30,000[2] |
| Safety ratings | See manufacturer specifications[3] | See manufacturer specifications[3] |
Sources:
- EPA (fueleconomy.gov) — official EPA combined fuel-economy ratings for the Ford Maverick hybrid and Hyundai Santa Cruz base engine (approx.).
- Ford.com and Kelley Blue Book (KBB.com) — official Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz specifications for bed length, payload, screen size, towing, and MSRP (approx.).
- NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) and IIHS (iihs.org) — official crash-test and safety ratings by model year.
Figures current at the time of publication.
The Hyundai Santa Cruz is the Maverick's closest rival, and it makes a real case of its own: a noticeably plusher cabin and, with its available turbocharged engine, a higher maximum towing rating of around 5,000 lbs versus the Maverick's more modest tow rating. Both trucks start under $30,000, so price alone doesn't separate them.
Where the Maverick pulls ahead is efficiency and everyday utility. The hybrid's approximately 42 MPG combined rating leaves the Santa Cruz's approximately 25 mpg base rating well behind, and the Maverick backs that up with a longer FlexBed, a higher maximum payload rating, and a larger available 13.2-inch touchscreen. For buyers cross-shopping the two, the choice largely comes down to whether towing capacity or fuel economy and cargo length matter more.
For Costa Mesa's beach-and-harbor lifestyle — where a longer bed for boards and gear, easier parking near South Coast Plaza, and mpg on premium-priced local gas typically outweigh occasional trailer towing — the Maverick's efficiency and cargo advantage make it the stronger everyday fit for this city's use case. See our full Ford Maverick vs. Hyundai Santa Cruz comparison for a trim-by-trim breakdown.
Popular Maverick Configurations for Costa Mesa Shoppers
The XLT hybrid is the sweet spot for Costa Mesa commuters who want strong mpg for the CA-55 corridor and a manageable monthly payment, while the Lariat adds comfort and tech that fit South Coast Plaza professionals and Segerstrom-area patrons who want a nicer daily driver without stepping up to a full-size truck. Buyers who haul boards and gear regularly lean toward the 2.0L EcoBoost for extra power, and the street-styled Lobo and off-road-oriented Tremor suit Eastside and Westside drivers who want a more distinctive look.
Getting to Huntington Beach Ford from Costa Mesa
Take CA-55 South to CA-1/Beach Blvd North, or head straight down Fairview Rd to Beach Blvd, to 18255 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach, about 10 miles, roughly 18 minutes outside of peak traffic. Both routes stay on Beach Blvd (CA-39), the core artery connecting Costa Mesa to our dealership.
Financing & Offers for Costa Mesa Shoppers
Get pre-approved online, value your trade with an instant offer, and ask our team about current Maverick incentives, competitive financing rates, and lease programs that fit Costa Mesa's market.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Huntington Beach Ford from Costa Mesa, CA?
About 10 miles, roughly an 18 minute drive outside of peak traffic. Take CA-55 South to CA-1/Beach Blvd North, or head straight down Fairview Rd to Beach Blvd, to 18255 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach.
What fuel economy does the Ford Maverick hybrid get?
The Maverick hybrid is EPA-rated at approximately 42 MPG combined, among the best of any pickup sold in the U.S., which helps offset Costa Mesa's premium gas prices and the stop-and-go traffic around South Coast Plaza and CA-55.
Is the Ford Maverick practical for Costa Mesa's beach and harbor lifestyle?
Yes. The Maverick's FlexBed is sized to carry surfboards, paddleboards, and beach gear on runs to the Newport Beach harbor or Huntington Beach, while its compact footprint is easier to park near South Coast Plaza and in Costa Mesa's tighter Eastside and Westside residential streets than a full-size truck.
How does the Ford Maverick compare to the Hyundai Santa Cruz?
The Maverick hybrid's approximately 42 MPG combined beats the Santa Cruz's approximately 25 mpg base rating, and the Maverick offers a longer bed, a higher maximum payload rating, and a larger available 13.2-inch touchscreen. The Santa Cruz counters with a plusher cabin and higher maximum towing on its turbocharged engine, at around 5,000 lbs. Both start under $30,000. See our full Maverick vs. Santa Cruz comparison for a trim-by-trim breakdown.
Can I finance or lease a Ford Maverick at Huntington Beach Ford as a Costa Mesa shopper?
Yes. We offer both financing and lease options. Costa Mesa shoppers can get pre-approved online, value a trade instantly, and ask our team about current Maverick offers, competitive rates, and lease programs suited to Costa Mesa's market.
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