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Ford F-150 Review

2007-02-02T11:19:06Z

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[[Image:f150_rocks.jpg|thumb|400px|'''[[Ford]] F-150 FX4 Luxury package and 20" wheels''']]
[[Image:f150_quarter.jpg|thumb|400px|'''[[Ford]] F-150 FX4 4-door SuperCrew''']]
The [[Ford]] F-series has been one of Ford’s most popular car models for many years. Fully redesigned in 2004, the current rendition of the F-150 continues to improve on Ford’s long experience with full-sized trucks. Available in a multitude of trims and styles to accommodate many different purposes, the F-150 appeals to many different buyers. It can carry both people and work loads with a large towing capacity of over 10,500 pounds or 3,050 pounds in the bed. However, mechanically it is smooth, quiet, and performs excellently both off or on the road.

See also the main fact sheets for the '''[[Ford F-150]]'''.

==High Points==
*Quiet and refined
*Responsive steering and good cornering
*Pleasing interior
*Attractive new styling

==Low Points==
*Feels sluggish even with larger [[V8]]
*Not much interior storage space.
*No side curtain or side-impact [[airbag]]s.

==Performance and Handling==
[[image:f150_frame.jpg|thumb|300px|'''[[Ford]]'s F-150 fully boxed frame with hydroformed front rails''']]
The [[Ford]] F-150 offers a ride that's smooth and firm, with a minimum of body roll in corners, and a nice, plush ride over cobbled pavement, rutted dirt roads, and freeway slabs. The ride is smoother than most off-road pickups. The F-150's excellent ride and [[Car handling|handling]] are benefits of a frame that's fully boxed with hydroformed front rails. The seven-crossmember skeleton is stronger, stiffer and heavier than any previous Ford pickup frame. The current frame is nine times more resistant to twisting and 50 percent more resistant to bending than the C-channel frame used up through 2003.

The power rack-and-pinion steering in the F-150 is exemplary. It's responsive, without hesitation or delay, and without being darty or overly quick or nervous. The truck tracks like a laser beam, turns in quickly, and recovers quickly even with no load in the bed.

The front [[suspension]] is a [[double wishbone]] setup for both [[2WD]] and [[4WD]] models. The rear suspension has outboard shock absorbers to control rear-end motions better in quick maneuvers. The outboard position literally gives the shocks better leverage against axle movement, providing better control on washboard surfaces, and reducing the tendency to skate around in bumpy corners. The rear leaf springs are three inches wide. Liquid-filled motor mounts and a long list of other measures keep vibration and noise to a bare minimum.

Brakes are smooth and responsive. They start slowing the truck just a little way into the pedal travel, and the more you push the pedal, the more acute the braking becomes. The absence of dead space in the pedal travel is a welcome relief from typical truck practice. All F-150s come with four-wheel vented disc brakes and [[ABS]].

The big 5.4-liter [[V8]] is smooth and quiet. Rated at 300 [[horsepower]] and 365 pound-feet of [[torque]], it delivers quick acceleration. The F-150's 5.4-liter V8 is part of Ford's Triton engine series, and features a single overhead camshaft per [[cylinder]] bank, three valves per cylinder, and variable valve timing. A 5.4-liter F-150 with 2WD rated 15/19 mpg City/Highway. The high-capacity 4R75E four-speed [[automatic transmission]] that comes with the 5.4-liter is smooth and responsive, downshifting quickly and crisply when you punch it, and shifting almost seamlessly when cruising.

The smaller, 4.6-liter Triton V8 also features aluminum overhead-cam heads, but with a more conventional two valves per cylinder. Upgraded to 248 horsepower for 2007, the 4.6-liter V8 offers a broad torque band, with 90 percent of its peak torque available at just 2000 [[RPM|rpm]] for strong towing performance and solid acceleration when hauling heavy loads. However, the main benefit of the 4.6-liter over the 5.4-liter may be price because fuel economy is not appreciably better.
The 4.2-liter [[V6]] is an attractive option for work trucks. It's a nice, smooth engine of the traditional pushrod-overhead-valve kind, though performance is sluggish by modern standards. The V6 is rated at 202 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. The V6 2WD automatic is rated 16/20 mpg; with a five-speed [[manual transmission]], city mileage actually dropped to 15 mpg.

==Gas Mileage==
As seen on [http://www.autos.com/autos/rankings_reviews?cat=trucks&segment=fullsize_trucks&rank=mpg&year=2007 Autos.com], in the full-size truck MPG rankings, the 2007 [[Ford F-150]] is in 4th place with 16/21 MPG.

==Safety==
The Ford F-150 comes standard with the following features:

*Driver and front passenger [[airbags]]
*LATCH feature for child safety seats
*[[4-wheel disc brakes]]
*Anti-lock system ([[ABS]])
*SecuriLock anti-theft ignition (PATS)

==Reliability and Maintenance==
[[Ford]] Motor Company provides a basic Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty, as well as extended coverage for the Powertrain and Safety System and protection against corrosion perforation. There is also specific warranty coverage for the Emissions System. And all new Ford come with improved Roadside Assistance coverage.

==Interior and Comforts==
The [[Ford]] F-150 features six distinctly different interiors. The basic XL is surprisingly nice. At the other end of the spectrum is the King Ranch, which has a western feel that's very inviting.
The seats have been improved for 2007 models and Ford says they provide more support and comfort. The front bench is still split three ways: The center section flips down to reveal a console with storage and cup holders. The console is flat, so you can put a clipboard on top of it and it won't immediately slide off.

The SuperCrew features a roomy back seat where adults should find comfortable and convenient accommodations. The big difference in the back seats between SuperCrew and SuperCab models is rear legroom: 39.0 inches for SuperCrew, 32.7 inches for SuperCab. The rear seat bottom flips up for carrying cargo behind the front seats.

The FX4's optional captain's chairs are comfortable, with decent support for the hips and back. They also look great, trimmed in black leather with light gray stitching. Adjusting the power seats may be a little awkward for drivers with big arms, however, because the clearance between the door armrest and the seat is a little tight. Rake adjustment on the power driver's seat is manual, and raking it forward can be a bit awkward. The center console between the captain's chairs is deep, holds a lot of stuff, and features a pair of big, solid cup holders. The floor shifter for the automatic transmission works very well.

The Lariat has one of the classiest, quietest, most completely equipped pickup truck interiors around. In Lariat trim, an F-150 rivals luxury cars in terms of design, materials and completeness, with beautiful, rich wood trim, both shiny and matte metallic finishes on major panels, and a lovely three-pod instrument panel behind the multi-function steering wheel.

At every level, attention to detail is obvious. Giant mirrors afford an excellent view rearward. There's a hook for your dry cleaning. Optional rear park-assist helps greatly when parallel parking one of these big rigs. Its alarm beeps ever more rapidly as you back toward something and it even turns down the radio to make sure you hear its warning. A set of overhead storage bins is available that snap into rails; Ford offers five different sets of these bins, and the aftermarket offers overhead entertainment systems and other specialty items for this rail system. All of these details make this truck more pleasant to own and operate. Everything else inside functions very well and looks good.

==Exterior==
The F-150 shares styling cues with [[Ford]]'s handsome Super Duty pickups, including the sharp downward drop in the forward part of the door windows, allowing a clear view of the massive outside mirrors. A high beltline gives the truck visual strength and makes occupants feel more secure.

The nose is square in concept, with a large, bold, big-rig grille opening. Yet the front fascia wraps around to the fenders for a precise, sophisticated appearance. The bodyside and cargo box sheet metal is chiseled, though it looks slab-sided at the same time, a theme that carries through to the tailgate. F-150 is both upscale and utilitarian, a look that's very appealing.

The different trim levels are quite distinctive. Just one example: XLT and Lariat have a honeycomb grille (black on XLT, Arizona Beige on Lariat), while XL, STX, FX4, and King Ranch wear bar-style grilles.

Practical considerations are a big part of the design, and some of this can be easily seen. Every bed, no matter which length or style, is more than 22 inches deep, for a generous margin when hauling larger cargoes. All models, including the regular cab, have four opening doors on the body with storage room and/or seats behind the front seat. The SuperCab (extended cab) doors are larger than the vestigial doors on the regular cab, while, as mentioned, the SuperCrew has four full-size doors.

==Styles and Options==
[[image:f150_stx.jpg|thumb|300px|'''[[Ford]] F-150 SuperCab STX''']]
[[image:f150_interior.jpg|thumb|300px|'''Optional King Ranch package''']]
FX4 and Lariat models with bucket seats use a floor-mounted shifter, while all other configurations have a standard column shifter.
An optional overhead console uses interchangeable modules so owners can add whatever features they find most useful.
Regular cab F-150 models have handy reverse-opening access doors for getting to the storage area behind the seat.

Click here to see all [http://www.fordvehicles.com/trucks/f150/features/ OPTIONS and FEATURES]
====Models====
* F-150 XL
* F-150 STX
* F-150 XLT
* F-150 FX4
* F-150 Lariat
* F-150 King Ranch
* F-150 Harley Davidson

==Main Competitors==
* [[Chevrolet Silverado 1500]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70FOT111A0,USB70CHT271B0 side-by-side comparison]
* [[Dodge Ram 1500]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70FOT111A0,USB70DDT111A0 side-by-side comparison]
* [[Nissan Titan]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70FOT111A0,USB70NIT131A0 side-by-side comparison]
* [[Honda Ridgeline]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70FOT111A0,USB70HOT011A0 side-by-side comparison]
* [[Toyota Tundra]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70FOT111A0,USB60TOT101A0 side-by-side comparison]
* [[GMC Sierra 1500]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70FOT111A0,USB70GMT171B0 side-by-side comparison]
* [[Lincoln Mark LT]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70FOT111A0,USB70LIT021A0 side-by-side comparison]

==External Links==
'''''WikiCars Contributor Favorites'''''

'''''Ford Manufacturer Sites'''''
* [http://www.fordvehicles.com/trucks/f150/ Ford F-150] - Official US Site

'''''Community Sites'''''
* [http://www.f150online.com F15online.com] - Large Enthusiast Community for 1997-Present
* [http://www.fordf150.net Fordf150.net] - Ford F150 Forums, Photos, Specs, etc.

'''''Maintenance & Cost History Example'''''
* [http://www.ownersite.com/ws.cfm?veh_id=3323 Ownersite.com] - Maintenance Records & Fuel Costs Typical of 1997 F-150
[[Category: Model Reviews]]

Ford F-Series Pickup

2007-02-02T11:14:56Z

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[[Image:FX2.jpg|thumb|right|450px|'''2007 Ford F-150''']]
The '''F-Series''' is a series of full-size pickup trucks from [[Ford Motor Company]] sold for over 5 decades. The most popular variant of the F-Series is the [http://www.carsdirect.com/buildyourcar/zipcode?make=FO&modelid=89 F-150]. It has been the best-selling vehicle in the world for 23 years and the best-selling truck in the United States (and possibly the world) for 29 years. Analysts estimate that the F-Series alone makes up half of the Ford Motor Company's profits in recent years.

The first F-series truck from Ford was introduced in 1948, replacing the company's previous car-based pickup line. It was a modern-looking truck with a one-piece windshield and integrated headlights. The F-series was available as three models:
* F-1 - half-ton
* F-2 - three-quarter-ton
* F-3 - Heavy Duty
With the 2007 Model Year, [[Ford]] is currently in its 11th Generation of the F-Series.

See WikiCars' comprehensive [[Ford F-150 Review]].

===Recent Changes===
The Harley Davidson edition F150 changed from a Supercab configuration to a Supercrew. An FX2 sport model became available on certain models, and features a billet grille, model specific 18 or 20 inch wheels, and a unique interior. A tire pressure monitoring system and rear seat entertainment system are also newly available for 2007

===Styles and Major Options===
[[image:f150_stx.jpg|thumb|300px|'''[[Ford]] F-150 SuperCab STX''']]
[[image:f150_interior.jpg|thumb|300px|'''Optional King Ranch package''']]
FX4 and Lariat models with bucket seats use a floor-mounted shifter, while all other configurations have a standard column shifter.
An optional overhead console uses interchangeable modules so owners can add whatever features they find most useful.
Regular cab F-150 models have handy reverse-opening access doors for getting to the storage area behind the seat.

Click here to see all [http://www.fordvehicles.com/trucks/f150/features/ OPTIONS and FEATURES]
====Models====
* F-150 XL
* F-150 STX
* F-150 XLT
* F-150 FX2
* F-150 FX4
* F-150 Lariat
* F-150 King Ranch
* F-150 Harley Davidson

===Pricing===
* 4x2 Regular Cab (7 styles) range in MSRP from $18,220 to $25,065

* 4x2 Extended Cab (11 styles) range in MSRP from $23,315 to $33,065

* [[Four Wheel Drive|4x4]] Regular Cab (9 styles) range in MSRP from $23,065 to $30,515

* [[Four Wheel Drive|4x4]] Extended Cab (14 styles) range in MSRP from $26,315 to $33,065

* 4x2 Crew Cab (6 styles) range in MSRP from $29,565 to $37,150

* [[Four Wheel Drive|4x4]] Crew Cab (9 styles) range in MSRP from $33,325 to $40,150

===Gas Mileage===
As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages for the 2006 Ford F-Series are as follows:

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[[2WD]] [[V6]] [[manual transmission|manual]]
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[[2WD]] [[V6]] [[automatic transmission|automatic]]
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[[2WD]] 4.6L [[V8]] ([[automatic transmission|auto]])
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[[2WD]] 5.4L [[V8]] ([[automatic transmission|auto]])
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[[4WD]] 4.6L [[V8]] ([[automatic transmission|auto]])
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[[4WD]] 5.4L [[V8]] ([[automatic transmission|auto]])
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[[2WD]] 5.4L [[V8]] [[Flexible Fuel Vehicle|FFV]]
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16/20 mpg
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15/19 mpg
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14/18 mpg
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14/18 mpg (gasoline)
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===Reliability===
MSN Autos reports that the F150 has "Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs" in 6 out of 7 categories. The only problem is in the accessories category, with an occasional failure of the brake shift interlock. This is a minor problem and an easy one to fix, so as such, the F150 earns 5 out of 5 in the reliability category.

===Safety===
Four-wheel [[Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)|antilock]] [[4-wheel disc brakes|disc brakes]] are standard across the board, and [[traction control]] is optional on [[2WD]] [[V8]] models. New for 2007, a tire pressure monitoring system is now standard on all models.
Unlike some of its competitors, the F-150 does not offer side [[airbag]]s or [[stability control]].
Frontal impact testing by the [http://www.safercar.gov NHTSA] resulted in a perfect five-star rating.
In offset-frontal crash testing conducted by the IIHS, the Ford F-150 earned a rating of "Good," the highest available, and a "Best Pick" designation.

===Photos===
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===Colors===
* Dark Shadow Grey
* Bright Red
* Bright Red/Dark Shadow Grey
* True Blue/Dark Shadow Grey
* True Blue
* Black/Dark Shadow Grey
* Black
* Silver/Dark Shadow Grey
* Silver
* Oxford White/Dark Shadow Grey
* Oxford White
* Arizona Beige
* Dark Toreador Red
* Medium Wedgewood Blue
* Aspen Green

===Main Competitors===
* [[Chevrolet Silverado 1500]]
* [[Dodge Ram 1500]]
* [[Nissan Titan]]
* [[Honda Ridgeline]]
* [[Toyota Tundra]]
* [[GMC Sierra 1500]]
* [[Lincoln Mark LT]]

==Hybrid Models==
There are currently no [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]] models of the F-150 in production.

==Unique Attributes==
==Resale Values==
According to [http://www.kbb.com Kelley Blue Book,] "The F-150 is expected to retain a better-than-average residual value, with the SuperCab models at the top of the chart, followed by the SuperCrew and then the Regular Cab. Over a five-year period, the F-150's projected residual value is expected to rate higher than the [[Chevrolet Silverado|Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic]] and [[Dodge Ram]], and be on par with the [[Nissan Titan]] but below the [[Toyota Tundra]]."

==Current Generation (2004–Present)==
In 2004, Ford redesigned the F-Series using the new P2 platform. Initially, only Ford's 4.6 L Triton and new 3-valve 5.4 L 3V Triton [[V8]] engines and [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] transmissions were offered on the new luxurious trucks. Work-oriented versions with an available 4.2 L Triton [[V6|V6]] and manual transmission will debut for 2005.

The previous F-150 was continued in production until the summer of 2004 as the Heritage model.

The new F-150 won the North American Truck of the Year award and was Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year for 2004. It also beat the three-time winning [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] Silverado for Car and Driver magazine's Best Pickup Truck for 2004 and 2005. Additionally, over 912,000 F-150s were sold in 2004, giving it a single-year sales record.

The F-150 will have a new Harley-Davidson trim line in 2006 with an available all-wheel drive, while the Super Duty will have an available Amarillo package or the Chrome Package for the Lariat.

'''Super Duty'''

For 2005 the "Super Duty" model was redesigned. These included a new grille, new interior, and factory installed trailer brake controller and upfitter switches. The engines were also upgraded, with the new 3 valve 5.4L [[V8]] and 6.8L [[V10]] putting out 300 and 362 [[HP|horsepower]], respectively. The Powerstroke Diesel was also modified, boosting torque from 560ft/lb to 570ft/lb, but [[HP|horsepower]] stayed at 325.

The truck was going to be completely redesigned for the 2007 model year, but it was recently announced that quality issues will push it back to a 2008 model. The new 2008 model will introduce a new 6.4 L twin-[[Turbo Engine|turbo]] Power Stroke Diesel V8 to the replace the problematic 6.0 L Power Stroke Diesel V8. The engine is said to produce 350 [[HP|hp]] (260 kW) and 650 ft·lbf (880 N·m), beating both the General Motors Duramax V8 and DaimlerChrysler's Cummins ISB I6 on both power and torque.

==Past Generations==
===First generation (1948–1952)===

Engines:

* 1948-1950 - 226 in³ (3.7 L) straight-six, 95 [[HP|hp]] (71 kW)
* 1948-1952 - 239 in³ (3.9 L) Flathead V8, 100 [[HP|hp]] (74.6 kW)
* 1951-1952 - 215 in³ (3.5 L) straight-six, 101 [[HP|hp]] (75.3 kW)

===Second generation (1953–1956)===
The F-series was redesigned for 1953 with a more integrated look. The pickups also acquired their familiar names: F-100, F-250, and the heavy-duty F-350. Interior amenities were new, including a dome light, lighter, arm rests, and sun visors.

Engines:

* 1953 - 239 in³ (3.9 L) Flathead V8, 100 [[HP|hp]] (74.6 kW)
* 1953 - 215 in³ (3.5 L) straight-six, 101 [[HP|hp]] (75.3 kW)
* 1954-1955 - 223 in³ (3.7 L) "Mileage Maker" straight-6, 115 [[HP|hp]] (86 kW)
* 1954-1955 - 239 in³ (3.9 L) Y-block "Power King" V8, 130 [[HP|hp]] (97 kW)
* 1956 - 223 in³ (3.7 L) "Mileage Maker" straight-6, 137 [[HP|hp]] (102 kW)
* 1956 - 272 in³ (4.5 L) Y-block V8, 173 [[HP|hp]] (129 kW)

===Third generation (1957–1960)===
[[image:1959_and_1954_Ford_F-100.jpg|350px|thumb|1959 & 1954 Ford F-100]]
The truck was restyled again in 1957 with the hood now merging with the fenders. In the back, the traditional separate-fender body was now called flareside, while a new smooth-sided look was styleside. Four wheel drive, now a common feature, was a new addition to the truck in 1959.

Engines:

* 1958-1960 - 223 in³ (3.7 L) straight-6, 137 [[HP|hp]](102 kW)
* 1958 - 272 in³ (4.5 L) Y-block V8, 173 [[HP|hp]] (129 kW)
* 1959-1960 - 292 in³ (4.8 L) Y-block V8, 186 [[HP|hp]] (139 kW)

===Fourth generation (1961–1966)===
The truck was completely redesigned for 1961 with a wider look, and styleside trucks got an integrated cab and box. Power was over 200 [[HP|hp]] with the 1965 refresh of the powertrain. In 1965, the Twin I-Beam front suspension was introduced. The 1965 and 1966 trucks have a "TWIN I-BEAM" emblem on the front fender.

Engines:

* 1961-1964 - 223 in³ (3.7 L) straight-6, 137 [[HP|hp]] (102 kW)
* 1961-1964 - 292 in³ (4.8 L) Y-block V8, 186 [[HP|hp]] (139 kW)
* 1965-1966 - 240 in³ (3.9 L) straight-6, 150 [[HP|hp]] (112 kW)
* 1965-1966 - 300 in³ (4.9 L) straight-6, 170 [[HP|hp]] (127 kW)
* 1965-1966 - 352 in³ (5.8 L) FE V8, 208 [[HP|hp]] (155 kW)

===Fifth generation (1967–1972)===
[[image:1968_Ford_F_Series.jpg|350px|left]]
Another refresh came in 1967 along with a now-familiar name: the upscale Ranger trim line. The front leaf springs were replaced by coil springs in F-100s in 1968 along with a powertrain refresh. A 4-door crew cab version was introduced in 1969, still a popular option. The top trim for 1970 was named Ranger XLT.

The fifth generation F-Series is also locally produced in Brazil.

Engines:

* 1967-1972 - 240 in³ (3.9 L) straight-6
* 1967-1972 - 300 in³ (4.9 L) straight-6
* 1967 - 352 in³ (5.8 L) FE V8
* 1968-1972 - 360 in³ (5.9 L) FE V8
* 1968-1972 - 390 in³ (6.4 L) FE V8
* 1970-1972 - 302 in³ (4.9 L) Windsor V8, 220 [[HP|hp]] (164 kW)

===Sixth generation (1973–1979)===
[[image:1979_F-Series.JPG|right]]
The truck was redesigned in 1973 with an [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] transmission option. Other changes included the 1974 introduction of the extended super cab version. A luxury Lariat trim was introduced for 1978. That same year, the F-series became the best-selling vehicle in America, a position it has continued to hold since.

Engines:

* 1973-1977 - 240 in³ (3.9 L) straight-6
* 1973-1977 - 300 in³ (4.9 L) straight-6
* 1973-1977 - 352 in³ (5.8 L) FE V8
* 1973-1976 - 360 in³ (5.9 L) FE V8
* 1973-1977 - 390 in³ (6.4 L) FE V8
* 1973-1977 - 302 in³ (4.9 L) Windsor V8
* 1973-1979 - 460 in³ (7.5 L) 385 V8
* 1977-1979 - 351 in³ (5.8 L) Cleveland V8, 163 [[HP|hp]] (122 kW)
* 1977-1979 - 400 in³ (6.6 L) Cleveland V8, 169 [[HP|hp]] (126 kW)
* 1978-1979 - 300 in³ (4.9 L) straight-6, 114 [[HP|hp]] (85 kW)

===Seventh generation (1980–1986)===
The next major redesign came in 1980. The new truck had a squarer look, with sharp lines and flat panels. The Ranger trim line was dropped in 1982, since that name was to be applied to the new Ford Ranger compact pickup. Trim options were now XL, XLT, and XLT Lariat. The big-block [[V8]] was dropped for 1980, but added again in 1983 along with a Diesel option. The base model was renamed to the now-familiar F-150 for 1984. In 1985 fuel injection became optional in the 5.0L. In 1986 this became the only 5.0L offered.

Engines:

* 1980-1986 - 300 in³ (4.9 L) straight-6
* 1980-1985 - 302 in³ (5.0 L) Windsor V8
* 1985-1986 - Windsor 5.0 L V8, FI, 185 [[HP|hp]]
* 1980-1982 - 351 in³ (5.8 L) Cleveland V8
* 1983-1986 - Windsor 5.8 L V8
* 1980-1982 - 400 in³ (6.6 L) Cleveland V8
* 1983-1986 - 7.5 L 460 V8, 245 [[HP|hp]] (183 kW)
* 1983-1986 - 6.9 L Diesel V8, 170 [[HP|hp]] (127 kW)

===Eighth generation (1987–1991)===
[[image:Ford_F-Series_8th_Generation.JPG|left|350px]]
The 1987 refresh was evolutionary. The design was more streamlined, and maintenance items were made simpler. Rear [[Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)|antilock brakes]] were now standard, the first truck to boast this. The manual transmission was revised with five speeds in 1988, and the flareside box was dropped. For 1987 the 4.9L had standard fuel injection; for 1988, the 5.8L and 7.5L also gained fuel injection, with 1988 being the first year no carbureted engines were offered. 1988 also saw the replacement of the 6.9L diesel with a 7.3L International Harvester IDI diesel.

Four wheel drive improvements included the addition of [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] locking hubs for the F-150 in 1989, and for the rest in 1991. The 5.0 L truck also had an optional "Touch Drive" electronic transfer case.

Engines:

* 1987-1991 - 4.9 L straight-6, FI, 150 [[HP|hp]] (112 kW)
* 1987 - Windsor 5.8 L V8
* 1987 - 6.9 L Diesel V8, 170 [[HP|hp]] (127 kW)
* 1987 - 7.5 L 460 V8, 245 [[HP|hp]] (183 kW)
* 1988-1991 - 460 7.5 L V8, FI, 230 [[HP|hp]]
* 1988-1991 - 7.3 L International Harvester IDI Diesel V8, 180 [[HP|hp]]
* 1987-1991 - Windsor 5.0 L V8, FI, 185 [[HP|hp]]
* 1988-1991 - Windsor 5.8 L V8, FI, 210 [[HP|hp]]

===Ninth generation (1992–1996)===
[[image:1994_F-150.jpg|right|350px]]
The 1992 truck was much more rounded and aerodynamic-looking, and the flareside returned until 1996. The Lightning appeared in 1993. A CD player option was new for 1994, as was a driver's-side airbag and "CHMSL" third brake light. Following the lead of the Explorer, an Eddie Bauer trim line was added for 1995.

Ford trailed rival General Motors trucks for much of the ninth generation, though sales steadily rose each year. 500,000 F-Series trucks were sold in 1992, but this rose to nearly 800,000 by 1996, and the Ford had overtaken the combined [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] and GMC pickup sales for the first time in a decade.

Engines:

* 1992-1996 - 4.9 L straight-6, FI, 150 [[HP|hp]]
* 1992-1996 - 7.5 L 385 V8, FI, 240 [[HP|hp]]
* 1992-1996 - 7.3 L IDI Diesel V8, 185 [[HP|hp]]/360 ft.lbf
* 1992-1996 - 7.3 L [[Turbo Engine|Turbo]] IDI Diesel V8, 190 [[HP|hp]]/395 ft.lbf
* 1992-1996 - 5.0 L Windsor V8, FI, 185 [[HP|hp]]
* 1992-1996 - 5.8 L Windsor V8, FI, 210 [[HP|hp]]
* 1993-1995 - 5.8 L Windsor V8, FI, 240 [[HP|hp]] Lightning
* 1995-1996 - 7.3 L Power Stroke [[Turbo Engine|turbo]]-Diesel V8, 210 [[HP|hp]]/425 ft.lbf

===Tenth generation (1997–2003)===
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Ford took the aero styling to its conclusion for 1997 with an extremely round nose on the new F-series. The "Super Duty" F series did not yet exist, so an F-250 was offered which was an F-150 with heavier duty axles and suspension, along with odd 7 lug wheels. With the arrival of the Super Duty, this F-250 "light duty" was offered as the "7700" package for the F-150 (noted on the tailgate emblem). A wide variety of body options were available: regular cab and SuperCab, standard or flareside boxes, and short and long beds. A new Lightning was introduced in 1999, and Harley-Davidson and King Ranch versions were also created. In 2001 the SuperCrew cab was introduced.

The super-duty F-250 and F-350 were retained on the old chassis until 1999.

Sales of the F-150 surged in the tenth generation to 750,000 to over 900,000 in 2001 as the General Motors and Dodge products lagged. Ford's sales dropped, however, for the final years of this generation as the redesigned Dodge trucks were released.

The F-150 was Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year for 1997.

1997 also marked introduction of Ford's modular Single Overhead cam ([[Overhead Camshafts|SOHC]]) engines into F-150.

Engines:

* 1997-2003 - 4.2 L Essex [[V6|V6]], 202 [[HP|hp]]/252 ft.lbf
* 1997-1998 - 4.6 L Triton V8, 220 [[HP|hp]]/280 ft.lbf
* 1999-2003 - 4.6 L Triton V8, 231 [[HP|hp]]/293 ft.lbf
* 1995-1998 - 5.4 L Triton V8, 235 [[HP|hp]]/330 ft.lbf
* 1999-2003 - 5.4 L Triton V8, 260 [[HP|hp]]/350 ft.lbf
* 1999-2000 - 5.4 L [[Supercharged Engine|supercharged]] Triton V8, 360 [[HP|hp]] (99-00 Lightning)
* 2001-2004 - 5.4 L [[Supercharged Engine|supercharged]] Triton V8, 380 [[HP|hp]] (01-04 Lightning)
* 1999-2004 - 5.4 L [[Supercharged Engine|supercharged]] Triton V8, 340 [[HP|hp]] (02-03 Harley-Davidson)
* 1999-2003 - 6.8 L Triton V10, 362 [[HP|hp]]/457 ft.lbf (Super Duty)
* 1999-2003 - 7.3 L Power Stroke [[Turbo Engine|turbo]]-Diesel V8, 250 [[HP|hp]]/500 ft.lbf (Super Duty)

==Future Models==
*A refreshed F150 is expected sometime around 2008 with a fresher look, a 6 speed automatic transmission, and interior upgrades.

==Criticisms==
*Feels sluggish even with larger [[V8]], no available side airbags, not much interior storage space.
*No side curtain or side-impact [[airbag]]s.

==Awards==
* 2004 North American Truck of the Year ·
* 2004 Truck of the Year, Motor Trend Magazine ·
* 2004 Detroit News Truck of the Year ·
* The Year's Best Pickup, USA Today ·
* 2004 Truck of Texas (Texas Auto Writer's Association) ·
* Truckin' Magazine Truck of the Year ·
* Popular Science 2003 Best of What's New Grand Award ·
* Top Pick of 2004 Trucks, AMI Auto World Magazine ·
* Money® Magazine Best New Truck for 2004 ·
* Kelley Blue Book Best Redesigned Vehicle for 2004 ·
* American Woman Road & Travel Top 10 Award - Pickup Truck, Most Athletic ·
* FAMA Magazine Truck of the Year ·
* Auto Journalists' Association of Canada (AJAC) Best New Pickup Award for 2004 ·
* Top Ten Tow Vehicles, Go Boating Magazine ·
* 2004 People's Choice Truck of the Year
* Car and Driver Magazine 2004 Five Best Trucks - Best Pickup.
* Auto Interiors Show 2004 Truck Interior of the Year
* AutoBytel Editors' Choice 2004 Truck of the Year

== See Also ==
* [[Chevrolet Silverado 1500|Chevy Silverado 1500]]
* [[Dodge Ram 1500]]

== External Links ==
* [http://www.fordvehicles.com Official Ford Website]
* [http://www.f150online.com F150online.com - Largest Ford F-150 Community, Covers 1997 to Present]
* [http://www.fordf150.net FordF150.net - Ford F150 Forums, Photos, Specs, etc.]

==Notes==
*The [[Ford F-250 Super Chief]] was designed by [[Peter Horbury]]

This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_F-Series Ford F-Series], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ford_F-Series&action=history contributors].

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