several questions - full spare and acoustic windshield

balucipher said:

Space saver spare is the default if you don't get the $115 option. Both the full size and space saver are mounted under the bed like most other pickups.

Acoustic windshields have a layer of sound deadening material embedded in the glass. It's pretty cool tech in most luxury cars that makes a noticeable difference in road noise. It's not a compelling reason alone to step up to a Lariat, but it really helps round out that package as a luxury option for the Maverick.

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Kemosaabe said:

That is good info. So the spare mounted under the bed will therefore not take up any space within the bed. Thanks

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Kemosaabe said:

I see that the full spare is a $115 option, but it is a space saver spare included as standard equipment on any of the trim levels? Also, where will either spare configuration be mounted?

what is an acoustic windshield, and how is this any different than a regular windshield?

Thx

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Tbreen525 said:

Has a heavier inner-lay than a regular windshield. Supposed to be quieter

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JASmith said:

Hybrid should default w/ a fullsize spare.

Yup, and although the laminate is thicker, the glass itself is supposed to be lighter. More plastic, less glass, but same thickness so track and everything is the same between options.

I kind of wonder if its going to be a wash though, as you'd think a solid rear glass of the XT/XLT would be quieter than the power ported rear glass in the Lariat.

I believe only the Titanium trim of the Escape gets the acoustic glass, anyone driven one back to back w/ a lower trim?

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