Given that the F-150 already sells in numbers nearly triple the annual average of a popular midsize sedan, its mid-cycle refresh was a hugely important undertaking. Luckily, it seems that Ford has nailed it—at least with the gasoline-powered trucks. Although the specs of the turbodiesel V6 probably won’t be public until later this year or early next, reviewers sampling the 2018 F-150 are still impressed.
That’s because every engine is either new, improved, or both, and the exterior and equipment list have also received attention. The result is a better-looking F-150 than ever before, and more benefits for the hardcore errand runners, workers, and truck lovers out there. Among the notable improvements is 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6, which now gets 400 lb-ft of torque, and better gas mileage in 4WD options—19 city, 24 highway, 21 combined. Although no changes were employed to the twin-turbo V6 introduced last year, its tow rating rises to 13,200 lbs. That will be best-in-class until the launch of the turbodiesel V6 next spring.
Take a look at the more in-depth coverage in the video above. To find out more about the features and options on the new F-150, contact us at our Ford dealership in Pasadena, TX whenever it’s convenient.