Does the 2027 Ford Maverick need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$300 extra a year
- Premium
- 5 of 15 trims
- Regular
- 3 of 15 trims
- Required or recommended
- Not listed
- The data does not say
Lobo 4WD: 12,000 miles a year, premium $0.60 more.
- Class share
- 38% list premium
- 8 trucks with a fuel grade (2027)
12,000 miles a year. Gas $4.35 (EIA, week of Oct 5, 2026). Premium $0.60 more.
Share of 2027 models that list premium, by class
Source marks: one sourcemodel-level or estimate
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lobo 4WD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $2,175 | $2,475 |
| Lobo Standard AWD SuperCrew | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $2,175 | $2,475 |
| Lobo High AWD SuperCrew | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $2,175 | $2,475 |
| Tremor 4WD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $2,270 | $2,583 |
| Tremor AWD SuperCrew | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $2,270 | $2,583 |
| Lariat AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 36 | $1,450 | $1,650 |
| XL FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 38 | $1,374 | $1,563 |
| XLT AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 37 | $1,411 | $1,605 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Ford Maverick | Lobo 4WD | Premium |
| 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2027 Ford F-150 | XL 2WD Reg Cab 8' Box | Regular |
| 2027 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.
- Two or more sources agree
- One source
- Model-level or estimate
- Sources differ