America's Pickup Truck King Has Been Fully Refreshed: A Look at the 14th Generation Ford F-150
The F-150, a machine that is crucial to the Blue Oval, has undergone a full refresh. The new 14th generation Ford F-150 is a significant upgrade over its predecessors, and it's clear that Ford has made a concerted effort to make it better than ever.
According to Ford's own research, the F-150 alone brought in over $40 billion in revenue for Ford in 2019. This figure pales in comparison to the truck's contribution to the US gross domestic product, which is almost $50 billion per year. It's a staggering amount of money, and it highlights just how important the F-150 is to Ford.
The new F-150 has been dubbed "the toughest F-150 ever" by Ford, and this claim is rooted in its foundation. The truck features a fully boxed high-strength steel frame that supports an aluminum body. This combination of materials provides exceptional strength and durability, making it the perfect vehicle for those who need a rugged and reliable workhorse.
One of the most significant changes to the F-150's exterior is the number of grille options available. Ford says there are 11 different grilles to choose from, each with its own unique features. Behind those grilles, you'll find aerodynamic features such as active grille shutters and active air dams. These features work together to reduce wind resistance and improve fuel efficiency.
In terms of interior design, the F-150 has undergone a complete overhaul. The massive 12-inch screen available on XLT trims and higher is a standard feature, providing drivers with access to multiple functions at once. This includes navigation, music controls, and other features that drivers may need. Even lower trim levels still feature an eight-inch screen, along with a digital owner's manual baked right in. This virtual guide makes it easy for drivers to find what they need while on the go.
Ford knows just how important the F-150 is to those who use their trucks for work, so the interior has been designed with them in mind. An optional interior work surface allows drivers to plot away on their laptops, fill out paperwork, or even enjoy a meal during long drives. Top trims like the King Ranch Platinum and Limousine feature seats that can recline nearly flat, providing drivers with comfort and convenience.
The biggest news surrounding the F-150's powertrain is the addition of new engines. The 3.3-liter V6 and 2.7-liter turbocharged V6 EcoBoost are both back in the lineup, while the 5.0-liter V8 is also returning. However, Ford has also introduced a new engine: the 3.5-liter power boost hybrid V6. This new engine integrates a 47 horsepower electric motor into its mix, providing improved fuel efficiency and performance.
The F-150's powertrain options are all paired with the 10-speed automatic transmission. The hybrid model is slightly different, as it integrates the electric motor in addition to the gasoline engine. Ford claims that the truck will have a total driving range of 700 miles and deliver at least 12,000 pounds of towing capability.
The F-150 also features an impressive battery system. A one-and-a-half kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery can be recharged through regenerative braking, and it sits under the truck without intruding on the cab or bed. Speaking of power, the F-150 is available with a system called Pro Power On Board. This optional feature turns the truck into an on-site generator, providing drivers with up to 20 kilowatts of power.
The Pro Power On Board system has two different output levels: gas models have a two-kilowatt output, while hybrid models offer 7.2 kilowatts of power. The latter level can be accessed through in-cabin outlets or cargo bed-mounted 120-volt 20-amp outlets. The 240-volt 30-amp level provides even more power, making it ideal for serious off-grid work.
The F-150's technology has also been upgraded, with the all-new SYNC 4 system now available. This feature-rich system includes hands-free voice controls, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, and an app that allows drivers to start their trucks, lock them, adjust lighting, and monitor Pro Power On Board usage.
While Ford has provided impressive details about the F-150's powertrain options, it remains unclear what performance figures these engines will deliver. The company is tight-lipped on this topic for now, but one thing is certain: the new F-150 is ready to get to work. We'll just have to wait until it arrives at dealerships sometime this fall to see how much of a difference it makes.
"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enAmerica's pickup truck King has been fully refreshed and it appears to be better than ever say hello to the 14th generation Ford f-150 this is one important machine for the Blue Oval as the f-150 alone brought in over 40 billion in revenue for Ford in 2019 according to Ford's own research the f-150 contributes almost 50 billion per year to the US gross domestic product that's in supporting dealers workers mechanics and basically a lot of other jobs you can think of so let's see how the newest one improves on something tried-and-true Ford calls this the toughest f150 ever those claims are built on the foundation of a fully boxed high-strength steel frame that supports an aluminum body Ford says all of the body panels have been redesigned but there's really only so much reworking you can do unless you're going for the cyber truck look this is still clearly an f-150 and that's actually a good thing for potential buyers and street recognition still Ford says there are 11 different grille options across the lineup 11 behind that grille you can find aero features such as active grille shutters and active air dams that means more fuel-efficient trucks through aerodynamic Science inside is where there's a lot more magic going on though as Ford has completely redesigned the cabin space there's a massive 12 inch screen available on XLT trims and higher as a standard feature you can use multiple functions at the same time such as having the nav up while also seeing all of your music controls or other features you might need the bass screen for lower trims is still a sizeable eight-inch unit and each one has a digital owner's manual baked right in so you always know where that now virtual book lives Ford knows just how important the f-150 is to those on work sites so the interior is offered with an optional interior work surface you can plot away on your laptop fill out paperwork or eat your lunch in comfort step up to top trims like the King Ranch platinum or limb and the seats can recline nearly flat feel free to steal away a nap post lunch the biggest news though relates to the powertrain options there are some familiar faces here such as the 3.3 liter v6 2.7 liter turbo v6 EcoBoost and the 5 liter v8 yes the three and a half liter twin turbo v6 EcoBoost is back and so is the 3 liter power stroke v6 turbo diesel but there's a newcomer as well allow us to introduce the three and a half liter power boost hybrid v6 powertrain Ford is being mamon power figures at the moment but all of those engines pair with the 10 speed automatic gearbox while the hybrid unit is a bit different in that it integrates a 47 horsepower electric motor into the mix on the hybrid model Ford says the truck will have a total driving range of 700 miles and it will deliver at least 12,000 pounds of towing capability there's a one-and-a-half kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery and that can be recharged through regenerative braking it sits under the truck and doesn't intrude in the cab or bed speaking of power the f-150 is available with a system called pro power on board this essentially turns your truck into an on-site generator on gas models the system is optional and has a two kilowatt output hybrids comes standard with a 2.4 kilowatt output and they can be option to provide 7.2 kilowatts of output this power can be accessed by way of in cabin outlets or cargo bed mounted 120 volt 20 amp outlets the 7.2 kilowatt system has 240 volt 30 amp outlets so you can be charging the batteries to all your tools while you move between jobs and when you're moving the all-new sync 4 system will keep you connected its standard and features hands-free voice controls wireless apple carplay and android auto and an app that lets you start lock or unlock adjust lighting make sure your trailer isn't stolen and monitor your pro power onboard system the new Ford f-150 is clearly ready to get to work we don't have all the power numbers yet we're dying to hear about a next-gen Raptor and we want to put that hybrid range to the we'll have to wait for all of that dough and you'll have to wait to drive one yourself until the f-150 arrives on dealer lots sometime this fall youAmerica's pickup truck King has been fully refreshed and it appears to be better than ever say hello to the 14th generation Ford f-150 this is one important machine for the Blue Oval as the f-150 alone brought in over 40 billion in revenue for Ford in 2019 according to Ford's own research the f-150 contributes almost 50 billion per year to the US gross domestic product that's in supporting dealers workers mechanics and basically a lot of other jobs you can think of so let's see how the newest one improves on something tried-and-true Ford calls this the toughest f150 ever those claims are built on the foundation of a fully boxed high-strength steel frame that supports an aluminum body Ford says all of the body panels have been redesigned but there's really only so much reworking you can do unless you're going for the cyber truck look this is still clearly an f-150 and that's actually a good thing for potential buyers and street recognition still Ford says there are 11 different grille options across the lineup 11 behind that grille you can find aero features such as active grille shutters and active air dams that means more fuel-efficient trucks through aerodynamic Science inside is where there's a lot more magic going on though as Ford has completely redesigned the cabin space there's a massive 12 inch screen available on XLT trims and higher as a standard feature you can use multiple functions at the same time such as having the nav up while also seeing all of your music controls or other features you might need the bass screen for lower trims is still a sizeable eight-inch unit and each one has a digital owner's manual baked right in so you always know where that now virtual book lives Ford knows just how important the f-150 is to those on work sites so the interior is offered with an optional interior work surface you can plot away on your laptop fill out paperwork or eat your lunch in comfort step up to top trims like the King Ranch platinum or limb and the seats can recline nearly flat feel free to steal away a nap post lunch the biggest news though relates to the powertrain options there are some familiar faces here such as the 3.3 liter v6 2.7 liter turbo v6 EcoBoost and the 5 liter v8 yes the three and a half liter twin turbo v6 EcoBoost is back and so is the 3 liter power stroke v6 turbo diesel but there's a newcomer as well allow us to introduce the three and a half liter power boost hybrid v6 powertrain Ford is being mamon power figures at the moment but all of those engines pair with the 10 speed automatic gearbox while the hybrid unit is a bit different in that it integrates a 47 horsepower electric motor into the mix on the hybrid model Ford says the truck will have a total driving range of 700 miles and it will deliver at least 12,000 pounds of towing capability there's a one-and-a-half kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery and that can be recharged through regenerative braking it sits under the truck and doesn't intrude in the cab or bed speaking of power the f-150 is available with a system called pro power on board this essentially turns your truck into an on-site generator on gas models the system is optional and has a two kilowatt output hybrids comes standard with a 2.4 kilowatt output and they can be option to provide 7.2 kilowatts of output this power can be accessed by way of in cabin outlets or cargo bed mounted 120 volt 20 amp outlets the 7.2 kilowatt system has 240 volt 30 amp outlets so you can be charging the batteries to all your tools while you move between jobs and when you're moving the all-new sync 4 system will keep you connected its standard and features hands-free voice controls wireless apple carplay and android auto and an app that lets you start lock or unlock adjust lighting make sure your trailer isn't stolen and monitor your pro power onboard system the new Ford f-150 is clearly ready to get to work we don't have all the power numbers yet we're dying to hear about a next-gen Raptor and we want to put that hybrid range to the we'll have to wait for all of that dough and you'll have to wait to drive one yourself until the f-150 arrives on dealer lots sometime this fall you\n"
