Ford F-150

The high-end models of the Ford F-150 come with sophisticated interiors along with lots of storage cubbies. Owners using this pickup truck as a mobile workplace find it convenient. The shaft lever of the 10-speed automatic can be folded down into the center console. This creates a sizable workspace in the cabin between the seats.Thanks to the fold-flat front seats, the Ford F-150 offers adequate sleeping space. Passengers appreciate the roomy interiors, particularly in the variants featuring the four-door crew-cab body style. On the bed, there’s an optional onboard generator capable of producing up to 7.2 kW of power.Passengers also enjoy infotainment on the 12-inch screen that comes as standard along with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Other standard infotainment features include navigation, Wi-Fi hotspot, and SiriusXM radio.

Not many changes have been made to the exteriors of the Ford-150 in 2024. The manufacturers have retained the squared-off aesthetic. The refreshed look blends modernity with its legacy. The slight transformation involves changes in the front-end design and reimagined grille, particularly in the higher trims like the Platinum and the Lariat. Besides, Ford has redesigned its LED accent lights for the more sophisticated trims, evident from the sharp horizontal and vertical orientations.

F-150 models with the 2.7-liter V-6 engine boast a mileage of 26 mpg on highways and 20 mpg on city roads. On the other hand, the mileage for the twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 engine variant is 24 mpg on highways and 18 mpg in cities. For the hybrid version, the mileage ranges between 25 mpg and 26 mpg, depending on whether it is driven on highways or city roads.

Buyers get several options to the choose engine and transmission in different variants.  These include:

• 325-hp twin-turbocharged 2.7-liter V-6
• 400-hp 5.0-liter V-8
• 400-hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6
• 430-hp hybrid powertrain (twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 and an electric motor)

All these engine variants can be paired with 10-speed automatic transmission.  At 13,500 pounds, the maximum towing capacity of the 2024 Ford F-150 (400-hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6) looks impressive. The towing capacity of other variants ranges from 12,700 to 13,000 pounds. The maximum payload capacity of the pickup truck is 2,455 pounds.

The Ford F-150 has bagged a five-star safety rating from NHTSA. While the model comes with a wide range of driver assistance, a few of these come as a standard. Different trims feature rear-facing cameras to monitor trailers while towing. Some variants come with the Blue Cruise hands-free driving feature for an annual subscription. Some of the standard features in the model include automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control with a hands-free driving mode.

Other safety features in the Ford F-150 are automatic emergency braking with pre-collision assist and Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0. This is an optional package offering several advanced driver aids like automatic emergency braking, blind-spot alert, and automatic high-beam assist.

As a full-size pickup truck, the Ford F-150 2024 stands out as a powerful workhorse. It offers a wide range of powerful engine options, a comfortable interior, and several advanced features. Considering its towing abilities, strong performance, and stylish design, it continues to be a prime choice for both off-road adventures and work.