Ford F-Series (fourteenth generation) – Wikipedia
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The fourteenth generation Ford F-Series is a range of pickup trucks produced by Ford, introduced for the 2021 model year. [3] [4] [5] This was the first generation to include a fully-electric and hybrid pickup truck among the offerings, with the F-150 Lightning model having entered production in 2022. [6] [7]
Sharing a strong visual resemblance to the previous generation, the 2021 F-150 underwent a redesign of 92% of its parts, carrying over only its cab and pickup box structure. [8] The bed and cab configurations remain the same: regular cab and SuperCab trucks are available with 6.5-and-8-foot (2.0 and 2.4 m) beds, while SuperCrew (crew cab) trucks are available with 5.5-and-6.5-foot (1.7 and 2.0 m) beds. Along with exterior design changes to enhance aerodynamics, many changes were made to the interior, adding fold-flat front seats and larger touchscreens (including a fully digital instrument panel on higher-end trims).
The powertrain line is largely carried over from the previous generation, with a 3.3 L V6, 2.7 L and 3.5 L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6s, a 5.0 L V8, and a 3.0 L turbo diesel V6. [9] However, the 5.0 L V8 receives a new cylinder deactivation system, called Variable Displacement Engine technology, similar to GM’s Active Fuel Management and Chrysler’s Multi-Displacement System. [ten] The 3.3 L V6’s six-speed automatic was dropped, now being paired to a 10-speed automatic. [8] [9] New for this generation of F-150 is a gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain. Dubbed PowerBoost , this powertrain is the first to be offered in a Ford pickup truck, pairing an electric motor with the 3.5 L V6 EcoBoost engine. [9]
Available only with the SuperCrew, the hybrid version of the F-150, called the PowerBoost, combines a 3.5 L EcoBoost V6 with a 47 hp (35 kW) hybrid motor/generator between the engine and transmission. A 1.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack is located under the bed. The net gain is 47 hp (35 kW) and 70 lb⋅ft (95 N⋅m). All the electrical power also allowed Ford to have up to 7200 watts in the bed of a truck, far exceeding the capacity of a normal 120 V receptacle. A 20 percent fuel economy increase over a base 3.5 EcoBoost has been observed at combined city/highway driving. The hybrid option is $2,500 added to the base price, although it can be more depending on the trim. [11]
- 0–60 mph acceleration: 5.4 seconds
- 430 HP (321 KW)
- 570 lb⋅ft (773 n⋅m)
- Payload: 2,120 pounds (960 kg)
- Towing capacity: 12,700 pounds (5,800 kg)
- two 120 V, 20 amp household outlets standard
- optional system with four 120 V, 20 amp household outlets and one 240 V, 30 amp NEMA L14-30R outlet [twelfth]
F-150 Lightning [ edit ]
Ford unveiled an electric version of the Ford F-150 called the F-150 Lightning, reviving the model name for the first time since the previous Lightning was discontinued after the 2004 model year. [13] It debuted on May 19, 2021, and deliveries to customers began in May 2022. The F-150 Lightning has dual motors. It is built at the new Ford Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Michigan. [6]
Ford had previously announced the intention to produce a fully-electric light pickup at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show in January 2019. Prototype electric test mules on an existing F-150 chassis were tested during 2019, including a record-setting demonstration test tow of 1,250,000 pounds (570,000 kg) on rails. [7] Ford unveiled the truck, and released the model name—F-150 Lightning—on May 19, 2021. [6]
The F-150 Raptor was announced in February 2021, and features a 3.5 L twin-turbocharged V6 gasoline engine carried over from the previous generation. [14]
Updates [ edit ]
For the 2022 model year, the F-150 saw several minor updates, alongside the major introduction of the electrified F-150 Lightning. Most notably, the 3.0 L Power Stroke turbo-diesel engine was discontinued because of low consumer demand. [15] In addition, a new Black Appearance Package is available to order on XL (only with the optional STX package), XLT, Lariat, and Platinum trims. [16]
For the 2023 model year, Ford launched a special F-150 Heritage Edition to honor the 75th anniversary of the first Ford F-Series pickup. The Heritage Edition, available only with the XLT trim, features special two-tone paint jobs in five different color combinations and exclusive seat coverings. The SuperCab was dropped from the Lariat trim, leaving only the SuperCrew available in either a 5-1/2 or 6-1/2 ft bed. Also for the 2023 model year, the F-150 Raptor R was introduced to compete with the Ram 1500 TRX. [17]
Australian export [ edit ]
In March 2022, Ford announced plans to officially export the F-150 to Australia in 2023. [18] Vehicles imported would be converted to right hand drive to conform to Australian Design Rules by RMA Automotive in Mickleham, Victoria. [18] At launch, only the crew-cab body style with the XLT and Lariat trims would be offered and powered by the 3.5 L EcoBoost V6 mated to the 10-speed Ford 10R80 automatic. [19]
Powertrains [ edit ]
Engine Name | Configuration | Model Years | Output | Transmission | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Power | Torque | ||||
3.3 l (204 cid) CYCLONE V6 | Flexible-fuel | 2021– | 290 hp (220 kW) at 6,500 rpm | 265 lb⋅ft (359 N⋅m) at 4,000 rpm | 10-speed 10R80 Selectshift automatic |
5.0 L (302 CID) Coyote V8 | 2021– | 400 hp (298 kW) at 6,000 rpm | 410 lb⋅ft (556 N⋅m) at 4,250 rpm | ||
2.7 l (164 CID) ECOBOOST NANO V6 | Gasoline | 2021– | 325 hp (242 kW) at 5,000 rpm | 400 lb⋅ft (542 N⋅m) at 3,000 rpm | |
3.5 L (213 CID) EcoBoost D35 V6 | 2021– | 400 hp (300 kW) at 6,000 rpm | 500 lb⋅ft (680 N⋅m) at 3,100 rpm | ||
3.5 L (213 CID) EcoBoost D35 V6 (High Output) | 2021– | 450 hp (340 kW) at 5,000 rpm | 510 lb⋅ft (690 N⋅m) at 3,500 rpm | ||
3.5 L (213 CID) PowerBoost V6 | Hybrid electric | 2021– | 430 hp (321 kW) at 6,000 rpm | 570 lb⋅ft (773 N⋅m) at 3,100 rpm | |
3.0 L (183 CID) PowerStroke V6 ● | Diesel | 2021 | 250 hp (190 kW) at 3,250 rpm | 440 lb⋅ft (597 N⋅m) at 1,750 rpm | |
5.2 L (315 CID) Predator V8 | Gasoline | 2023- | 700 hp (515 kW) at 6,650 rpm | 640 lb·ft (868 N·m) at 4,250 rpm |
● Still sold in selected markets outside North America
Sitting higher than other non-pickup truck consumer vehicles, the Ford F Series vehicles have significantly larger blindspots in which people or other cars are invisible to the driver. [20] According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Ford F-series vehicles are part of more fatal crashes than any other car in the US. [21]
The 2022 F-150 was tested by the IIHS and its top trim received a Top Safety Pick award: [22]
Small overlap front (Driver) | Good | |
Small overlap front (Passenger) | Good | |
Moderate overlap front | Good | |
Side (original test) | Good | |
Roof strength | Good | |
Head restraints and seats | Good | |
Headlights | varies by trim/option | |
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) | Superior | optional |
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) | Superior | standard |
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Pedestrian, day) | Advanced | optional |
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Pedestrian, day) | Superior | standard |
Seat belt reminders | Poor | |
Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use | Marginal |
References [ edit ]
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- ^ “UC design grads shape look of Ford’s new F-150 truck” . 14 October 2020.
- ^ Markus, Frank (June 26, 2020). “2021 Ford F-150 First Look: Best-Selling Truck Gets a Stealth Redesign” . Motor Trend . Retrieved June 29, 2020 .
- ^ Hoffman, Connor (June 26, 2020). “2021 Ford F-150 Pickup Is Less of an Overhaul Than We Expected” . Car and Driver . Retrieved June 29, 2020 .
- ^ Paukert, Chris (June 26, 2020). “2021 Ford F-150 has hybrid power, amazing sleeper seats and a generator” . Roadshow by CNET . Retrieved June 29, 2020 .
- ^ a b c “From anti-Tesla design to huge frunk: 5 things to know about the electric Ford F-150 Lightning” . CNBC . 21 May 2021.
- ^ a b Ruffo, Gustavo Henrique (July 23, 2019). “Ford F-150 Electric Pickup Truck Tows 1 Million Pounds: Video” . Inside EVs .
- ^ a b “2021 Ford F-150 First Look Review: Best-Seller Gets a Stealth Redesign” . MotorTrend . June 26, 2020 . Retrieved June 27, 2020 .
- ^ a b c Hoffman, Connor (June 26, 2020). “2021 Ford F-150 Pickup Is Less of an Overhaul Than We Expected” . Car and Driver . Retrieved June 27, 2020 .
- ^ “2021 Ford F-150 5.0L V8 Coyote To Get Cylinder Deactivation Technology” . Archived from the original on 2020-08-04.
- ^ Sutton, Mike (November 19, 2020). “Tested: 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid Proves to Be an Electrifying Workhorse” . Car and Driver .
- ^ “Game Changer: Using Ford F-150’s Pro Power Onboard for Off-the-Grid Camping | News | Cars.com” . 2022-02-10. Archived from the original on 2022-02-10 . Retrieved 2022-02-10 .
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- ^ Colwell, K.C. (February 3, 2021). “2021 Ford F-150 Raptor Sticks with Twin-Turbo V-6, Adds Off-Road Cred” . Car and Driver . Retrieved February 3, 2021 .
- ^ “Ford F-150 Ditches Power Stroke Diesel V-6 Engine” . 12 July 2021.
- ^ https://fordauthority.com/2021/09/2022-ford-f-150-to-gain-platinum-black-appearance-package/ [ only url ]
- ^ Jacobs, Caleb (2022-06-27). “2023 Ford F-150 Heritage Edition: Two-Tone Paint Doesn’t Make It Retro” . The Drive . Retrieved 2022-06-28 .
- ^ a b Collie, Scott (March 29, 2022). “Ford F-150 officially coming to Australia” . CarExpert . Retrieved May 4, 2022 .
- ^ Pappas, Thanos (March 29, 2022). “The RHD Ford F-150 Will Be Available In Australia In Mid-2023” . Carscoops . Retrieved May 4, 2022 .
- ^ Barry, Kieth (8 June 2021). “The Hidden Danger of BIG Trucks” . Consmerreports.org . Retrieved 11 April 2023 .
- ^ Timmons, Matt (20 August 2020). “Top 20 Deadliest Vehicles in the United States” . PR Newswire (Press release) . Retrieved 11 April 2023 .
- ^ “2022 Ford F-150 Crew cab pickup” . IIHS-HLDI crash testing and highway safety .
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