Does the 2026 Ford Maverick need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the XL AWD.
- Premium: 5 of 8 trims. Regular: 3 of 8 trims.
- Premium by choice: $195 more a year.
- 21% of 14 trucks (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XL AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 37 | $1,038 | $1,232 |
| XLT AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 37 | $1,038 | $1,232 |
| Lobo 4WD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| Lobo Standard AWD SuperCrew | 2.0L | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| Lariat AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 36 | $1,067 | $1,267 |
| Tremor 4WD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| Tremor AWD SuperCrew | 2.0L | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| Lobo High AWD SuperCrew | 2.0L | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ford Maverick | XL AWD | Regular |
| 2026 Ford Ranger | SuperCrew Raptor 4WD | Premium |
| 2026 Honda Ridgeline | Sport AWD | Regular |
| 2026 Toyota Tacoma | SR XtraCab 6' Bed AT RWD | Regular |
| 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Ford F-150 | XL 2WD Reg Cab 8' Box | Regular |
| 2026 Chevrolet Colorado | 2WD Crew Cab WT | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree