New Ford Maverick Garden Grove, CA
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 packs a available with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine or a hybrid powertrain powertrain, a genuine FlexBed, and one of the most affordable starting prices of any new pickup into a compact, easy-to-park package — and Huntington Beach Ford is only about 9 miles from Garden Grove, roughly a 15 minute drive down Garden Grove Blvd to Beach Blvd (CA-39) South. Compare XL, XLT, Lariat, Lobo, and Tremor trims on our lot and book a test drive today.
Why Garden Grove Drivers Choose Huntington Beach Ford for the Maverick
- Close, direct drive: Garden Grove Blvd to Beach Blvd (CA-39) South connects Garden Grove to our lot in about 15 minutes, no freeway required.
- Value-first selection: compare the 2.0L EcoBoost and the 42 MPG hybrid side by side in one visit.
- First-time buyer friendly: get pre-approved online and ask about programs suited to newer credit profiles and Garden Grove's many first-time buyers.
- Trade in and trade up: get an instant online KBB Cash Offer and apply it directly to your Maverick.
- Low running costs: the hybrid's strong combined mpg helps stretch every gallon on daily commutes across central Orange County.
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 Garden Grove
Garden Grove is one of central Orange County's densest cities, home to Little Saigon's markets and restaurants along Bolsa Avenue and Brookhurst Street, a large Vietnamese and Latino population, and a high concentration of value-minded families, first-time buyers, and daily commuters heading to job centers across the county. A full-size truck can be genuinely hard to live with here — tough to park at a Little Saigon shopping plaza, tough to squeeze into a shared driveway or apartment carport, and thirsty on the daily grind down CA-39, I-405, or CA-22. The Maverick answers that need directly: compact enough for tight Garden Grove streets and lots, efficient enough as a hybrid to keep fuel costs down on a daily commute, and still a real truck with a FlexBed for weekend runs to a home-improvement store or hauling gear for a family gathering.
For the city's many first-generation and first-time buyers, the Maverick's sub-$30,000 starting price and compact footprint make it one of the few new pickups that fits both a starter budget and Garden Grove's tighter parking realities, without giving up the utility of a real bed.
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 Garden Grove's commuters and first-time buyers — who are far more likely to be driving CA-39 and I-405 daily than towing a heavy trailer — the Maverick's mpg advantage and longer bed 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 Garden Grove Shoppers
The XLT hybrid is the sweet spot for Garden Grove commuters who want the best fuel economy and a low monthly payment, while the Lariat adds comfort and tech for buyers who want a nicer daily driver without stepping up to a full-size truck. Buyers who want more power or all-weather grip lean toward the 2.0L EcoBoost, and the street-styled Lobo and off-road-oriented Tremor appeal to drivers who want a more distinctive look.
Getting to Huntington Beach Ford from Garden Grove
Take Garden Grove Blvd to Beach Blvd (CA-39) South, or use CA-22 to CA-39 South as an alternative, straight to 18255 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach, about 9 miles, roughly 15 minutes. Drivers coming from the Westminster or Fountain Valley side of Garden Grove can also pick up Beach Blvd directly and stay on CA-39 the entire way.
Financing & Offers for Garden Grove Shoppers
Get pre-approved online, value your trade with an instant offer, and ask our team about current Maverick incentives, lease programs, and any first-time buyer offers you may qualify for as a Garden Grove shopper.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Huntington Beach Ford from Garden Grove, CA?
About 9 miles, roughly a 15 minute drive. Take Garden Grove Blvd to Beach Blvd (CA-39) South, or CA-22 to CA-39 South, straight 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 keep fuel costs down for Garden Grove commuters driving CA-39, I-405, and CA-22 on a regular basis.
Is the Ford Maverick a good first truck for a first-time buyer?
Yes. The Maverick starts under $30,000, offers a compact footprint that is easy to park on Garden Grove's tighter residential streets and shopping-center lots, and still has a real FlexBed for hauling, making it a practical first new vehicle or first truck for value-minded families and first-time buyers.
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?
Yes. We offer both financing and lease options. Garden Grove shoppers can get pre-approved online, value a trade instantly, and ask our team about current Maverick offers and any first-time buyer programs you may qualify for.
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