DALLAS, TX - The signature class-leading capability and durability of
the Ford F-150 are enhanced for 2011 with projected class-leading fuel
economy and performance. Ford F-Series, America's best-selling truck for
33 years running, now comes equipped with an all-new powertrain lineup
that will deliver best-in-class horsepower, torque and projected
fuel-economy leadership.
"For the past 33 years, the
Ford F-150
has stood alone as the truck people really rely on," said Mark Fields,
Ford president of The Americas. "The class-leading capability of the
F-150, combined with the durability that defines 'Built Ford Tough,' has
made it the No. 1 choice of full-size pickup buyers. Now for 2011, that
class-leading towing and payload capability is enhanced even further
with engines that deliver projected class-leading fuel economy, allowing
our customers to be more productive by maximizing their workload and
their fuel economy."
Including the 3.5-liter EcoBoost, which
will be available in early 2011, a total of four new powertrains are
available in the 2011 F-150. Each new engine is mated to a six-speed
automatic transmission. Ford is the first and only manufacturer to equip
its entire full-size pickup truck lineup with fuel-saving six-speed
automatic transmissions as standard
Another fuel saver is the
addition of class-exclusive electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) to
the 3.7-liter V6, 5.0-liter V8 and 3.5-liter EcoBoost powertrains. The
EPAS system replaces a conventional hydraulic system, which runs
continuously off the engine, with a system that draws power only when
needed. Additionally, EPAS enables several other driver convenience
technologies and provides better steering feel. Ford is the first
manufacturer to widely offer EPAS on full-size pickup trucks.
"The
2011 Ford F-150 lineup offers our customers the widest array of
powertrain solutions," said Bob Fascetti, director of large gas and
diesel engine engineering. "From the entry-level to the high-end
customer, each 2011 F-150 will deliver projected best-in-class
capability, power and fuel economy along with features and conveniences
our competition can't match."
A look at the new engine lineup
The
three new truck engines available at launch are the 3.7-liter V6 and
5.0-liter V8, each with fuel-saving and performance-enhancing twin
independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) technology, and a version
of the 6.2-liter V8 that is the base engine in the 2011 Ford F-Series
Super Duty. Here are the highlights of each new engine:
3.7-liter
four-valve Ti-VCT V6
* Best-in-class 302 horsepower at
6,500 rpm vs. V6 competitors
* Unsurpassed 278 lb.-ft. of torque
at 4,000 rpm vs. V6 competitors
* Projected best-in-class fuel
economy
* Best-in-class 6,100 pounds maximum trailer tow vs. V6
competitors
5.0-liter four-valve dual-overhead-camshaft Ti-VCT V8
* Best-in-class 360 horsepower at 5,500 rpm vs. standard V8
competitors
* Best-in-class 380 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,250 rpm
vs. standard V8 competitors
* Best-in-class 10,000 pounds maximum
trailer tow vs. standard V8 competitors
6.2-liter two-valve
single-overhead-camshaft V8
* Best-in-class 411
horsepower at 5,500 rpm vs. all competitors
* Best-in-class 434
lb.-ft. of torque at 4,500 rpm vs. all competitors
*
Best-in-class 11,300 pounds maximum trailer tow vs. all competitors
3.5-liter
Ti-VCT EcoBoost
* 365 horsepower at 5,000 rpm on
regular fuel
* Best-in-class 420 lb.-ft. of torque at 2,500 rpm
vs. premium V8 competitors
* Up to 90 percent of peak torque
available from 1,700 rpm to 5,000 rpm
* Best-in-class 11,300
pounds maximum trailer tow vs. all competitors
* Best-in-class
3,060 pounds payload vs. all competitors
Six-speed automatic
transmission now standard with SelectShift available
SelectShift
functionality is available in the six-speed automatic transmission.
SelectShift allows customers to select the desired gear. The
transmission also features progressive range select, which allows the
customer to lock out the available gears while in Drive.
Also
enabled is tow/haul mode, which provides better control when hauling a
heavy load or towing a trailer, especially when descending grades. The
improved system uses an array of sophisticated electronic sensors to
better predict the driver's need for a downshift to provide engine
braking and enhanced control.
A more nimble F-150
Along with
improved fuel economy, another key benefit of EPAS is that the steering
gear can be more precisely tuned for optimum feel for on-road and
parking efforts. The tuning is software-based, so the steering can be
programmed and essentially customized to each model based on wheelbase,
powertrain and other factors.
"The addition of EPAS is a huge
step forward for the F-150," said Eric Kuehn, chief engineer of the 2011
Ford F-150. "It allows for lighter parking lot efforts but will retain
that on-road feel and steering precision truck customers expect."
Increased
content, increased choices throughout the F-150 lineup
The wide
range of powertrain options is complemented by the greater variety of
offerings in the 2011 F-150 as well as the expanded content. A 4.2-inch
LCD message center and larger
in-mirror rear view camera screen are
among the new customer conveniences available.
New clusters
include the available 4.2-inch LCD message center screen's menu options
display, which includes information related to fuel economy, towing
performance and off-roading. The menu is navigated through a five-way
button on the steering wheel. The screen in the rearview mirror for the
rear view camera option not only is larger (increased from 2.5 inches to
3.5 inches), it has higher resolution than the outgoing version.
Further, customers can zoom in or out, which is particularly helpful
during towing hookup and other towing operations.
Other new
standard and available content includes a three-point safety belt and
head restraint for the middle passenger in the front seat, express up
and down front windows, 110-volt outlet, Remote Start, telescoping
steering wheel, HD Radio? and perimeter alarm.
Popular SYNC and
Ford Work Solutions available
Two technology stalwarts of Ford trucks
are available again for 2011 - SYNC® and Ford Work Solutions.
SYNC
with Traffic, Directions and Information leverages industry-leading
voice-recognition software, integrated GPS technology and a
Bluetooth®-capable mobile phone to deliver personalized traffic reports,
precise turn-by-turn directions and up-to-date information including
business listings, news, sports and weather - without the need for a
built-in navigation system.
Ford Work Solutions features an
in-dash computer that provides full high-speed Internet and wireless
accessories that include a mouse and printer; Tool Link?, a
Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) asset tracking system that enables
customers to maintain a real-time inventory of tools or equipment
stored in the vehicle; Crew Chief?, a fleet telematics and diagnostics
system; and Cable Lock System to secure large tools or equipment in the
cargo area.
Safety enhancements
New for the 2011 Ford F-150
are a seat-integrated shoulder belt for the front middle seat, a head
restraint for the second-row middle seat and integrated spotter mirrors.
These additions join numerous standard safety features, including an
advanced safety cage with high-strength steel and six standard airbags.
More choice
The basic trim levels - XL, STX, XLT, FX2/FX4 and
Lariat - are again offered in addition to King Ranch®, Platinum, SVT
Raptor and Harley-Davidson F-150. Joining the XLT lineup is the new XLT
Custom package tailored for customers who opt for the 3.7-liter V6.
Available in all cabs in two-wheel-drive configuration, the XLT Custom
exterior includes 18-inch machined aluminum wheels, chrome exhaust tip,
body-color 4-inch running boards, body-color front and rear bumper
fascias, unique grille with body-color surround and chrome billet
insert.
The 2011 F-150 FX2 and FX4 are now more unified, with
FX2 customers able to share the sporty yet rugged off-road look
originally pioneered by the FX4. The FX2 and FX4 share common grilles,
18-inch wheels (20-inch wheels optional), body-color power mirrors, body
and tailgate handles, black surround headlamps and taillamps. The
trucks are differentiated by unique badging on the box and front
fenders.
Both the XLT and Lariat have added off-road packages,
including electronic locking rear differential, skid plates and
off-road-tuned front and rear shock absorbers.
Lariat Limited
returns
Returning to the F-150 lineup for 2011 is the popular Lariat
Limited, which debuted in 2008. This premium offering, limited to 3,500
units in the U.S., is powered by the 6.2-liter V8 rated at 411
horsepower.
Available in White Platinum tri-coat only, the
Lariat Limited features chrome details and finish, including chrome
surround in the unique grille, chrome-trimmed power-deployable running
boards, chrome tie-down hooks and chrome "Limited" box-side lettering.
Other exterior highlights include blacked-out headlamps and taillamps,
body-color grille billets and unique lower fascia.
The 22-inch
polished forged aluminum wheels with body-color accents are complemented
by a specially tuned suspension for more precise handling.
Premium
two-tone leather seat inserts highlight the interior, which includes
leather-wrapped steering wheel with painted switch bezels, ambient
lighting, brushed-metal "Limited" scuff plates and a wrapped center
console lid with accent stitching, chrome ornament and engraved
serialization plate with the vehicle identification number.
"The
2011 Ford F-150 has all the best-in-class towing and payload capability
and durability our tough truck customers demand and now takes a giant
leap forward in fuel economy, performance and technology," said Kuehn.
The 2011 Ford F-150 will be available in late 2010.
