2019 Ford F-150 Review

Overview

Pickup trucks have been playing “Follow the Leader” for over forty years and Ford F-150 is the undisputed champion. Rock-solid durability up-to-the nanosecond technology and jaw-dropping capability—that’s how you get to be America’s best-selling pickup truck. Choose from seven models in numerous cab box and engine options to fit your needs. F-150 is the class leader in maximum payload capacity. The body and box are made from high-strength military-grade aluminum alloys so the F-150 is tough lightweight and efficient. Thanks to the available class-exclusive Pro Trailer Backup Assist backing up a trailer as easy as turning a knob. And when it comes time to tow put the F-150’s best-in-class 13 200-pound max tow rating to work. Available Sync 3 brings Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone capability and voice-activated navigation to an LCD touchscreen. Available FordPass Connect adds a WiFi hotspot for up to ten devices. Choose from a variety of colors options and accessories and build an F-150 that’s all yours. The Ford F-150. Put one on your crew today.

Technology

The Ford F-150 is packed with technology. Available LED side-mirror spotlights and box lighting let you keep working after the sun goes down. Thanks to the available class-exclusive Pro Trailer Backup Assist backing up a trailer as easy as turning a knob. Available Sync 3 brings Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone capability and voice-activated navigation to an LCD touchscreen. Available FordPass Connect adds a WiFi hotspot for up to ten devices. The Ford F-150. Work smarter.

Safety

The Ford F-150 is big on safety. The available Blind Spot Information System1 tells you if something’s in your blind spot—and it even covers trailers you might be towing. Available adaptive cruise control maintains your speed when the road is clear and slows the truck when it detects slower traffic ahead. Lane-Keeping lets you know if you’re drifting out of your lane and Pre-Collision Assist lets you know if something’s in your way—and can apply the brakes if you don’t. Safety. It’s built into every Ford F-150.

Performance

When it comes to performance the Ford F-150 is king. The available 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6 puts out a best-in-class 470 foot-pounds of torque so you can tow up to 13 200 pounds—that’s best in class too. An available five-liter V-8 can haul a max payload of 3 270 pounds. Which is—you guessed it—best in class. The available 10-speed automatic transmission makes better use of low- to mid-range power and includes three overdrive gears. The Ford F-150. There’s a reason it’s been America’s best-selling pickup truck for over forty years.

J.D. Power Award Winner

Performance Award Winner

Awarded to the models with the highest owner ratings for design and performance after the first 90 days of ownership