| There are now four different engines offered on the F-150: a 302-hp, .7L V6; a 360-hp, .0L; a 411-hp, .2L V8; and a 365-hp, .5L turbocharged V6. All four come hooked only to a 6-speed automatic transmission with tow/haul mode and they can be had with either rear- or 4-wheel drive. There are also several cab lengths, nd Regular, uperCab and SuperCrew cab styles.The latter of the four engines--the EcoBoost turbo V6--is the star of the lineup-- it produces V8 levels of power, ut with V6 fuel efficiency. Peak torque for the EcoBoost V6 is 420 pound-feet that starts as low as 1,700 rpm and models with this engine are rated at a best-in-class 11,300 pounds and a best-in-class payload of 3,060. What's more, his engine, hich Ford will be promoting as an alternative to step-up V8 models from competitors, uns just fine on regular unleaded gas.Both the new 3.7L V6 and 5.0L V8 engines incorporate Ti-VCT variable valve timing, hich harnesses oil pressure, irected with electronically controlled solenoids, o quickly change engine timing as needed for more power or better fuel economy. As a result, hey produce impressive power and torque while also posting fuel economy improvements over the engines they replace. The base V6 returns EPA ratings of up to 16 mpg city, 3 highway, hile the 5.0L 'Coyote' V8 is rated at 15 city/21 highway. The 6.2L V8--still the likely choice for those who have to tow heavy loads for long distances--gets 12/17 mpg.F-150 trucks are purchased for such a mind-bogglingly wide range of uses, anging from simple construction work to weekend haulers to cowboy commuters and those who use their rigs as a family vehicle, o Ford offers a very wide range of cab, ed, nd trim levels to fit almost everyone.Ford's SYNC interface is available throughout the lineup; the feature allows an easy Bluetooth-based, oice-command-driven interface with phones and smartphones, nd allows other features such as traffic reports, ews, nd weather. For those who truly work out of their trucks, ord is again offering a Ford Work Solutions in-dash computer with, mong several noteworthy features, tracking system for tools.The F-150 lineup now includes ten different models, ncluding XL, TX, LT, LT Custom, X2/FX4, ariat, ariat Limited, ing Ranch, latinum and Harley Davidson F-150. Base XL models have vinyl seats, anual windows and wind-up windows, ut they do include air conditioning and an AM/FM stereo. The STX adds keyless entry, ruise control and power accessories, hile the XLT gets a little more of a dress-up, ith fog lamps, chrome grille and upgraded wheels. On the XLT, ou can option up to the V8, ut the Lariat includes it, long with some of the features of a luxury vehicle, ncluding power-adjustable pedals, eather upholstery, YNC and Sirius Satellite Radio. Lariat Limited and Platinum models add even more luxury, ncluding remote start, ower seats, entilated seats, nd wood and leather trim. The Lariat Limited also gets huge 22-inch wheels. Harley-Davidson and King Ranch models put it over the top in luxury, ith a moonroof, eated second-row seats, navigation system and special badging. The Harley Davidson model of course bows to its motorcycle namesake in appearance, hile the King Ranch's interior is swaddled in top-caliber hides.If you want a truck that's equipped more for sport, ou should go for the FX2/FX4 models, hich include a power driver's seat, YNC, elescopic steering adjustment, lacked-out trim, 8-inch off-road wheels, nd a power inverter. There's also a separate, ven more intense off-road machine: the F-150 Raptor--featuring the 411-hp, .2L V8 plus a long-travel off-road suspension, kid plates, ide fenders and special electronic off-road controls. |
2012 Ford F-150 XL Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door 5.0L
2012 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door 6.2L
2012 Ford F-150 STX Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door 5.0L
2012 Ford F-150 FX4 Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door 3.5L
2012 Ford F-150 XLT Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door 3.7L
2012 Ford F-150 3.5L V-6 EcoBoost XLT Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door
2012 Ford F-150 FX4 Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door 5.0L
2012 Ford F-150 Lariat Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door 5.0L
2012 Ford F-150 XLT Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door 3.5L eco-boost 4x4
2012 Ford F-150 XLT Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door 5.0L