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| F-150 FX4. (Photo: Ford Motor) |
What about the price? Despite higher production costs don't expect a big jump in the sticker. Considering the world's tumultuous state of affairs the last thing Ford needs is to put off potential buyers with a hefty price increase.
But maintaining prices or not is there still as large a future market for full-size pickups? Depending on how the industry tackles rising fuel prices, by either offering more diesels or gas/diesel-electric hybrid drivetrains, pickup truck sales could even increase. The vehicle type's flexible passenger and load carrying capabilities and increased car-like attributes make them great all-in-one packages for those only wanting one vehicle.
Ford's F-150 will now, more than ever before, be ready to accept new pickup converts. It's a solid entry in a steadily more competitive market, and easily good enough to maintain its top-of-the-rung status.
Specifications:
- Price (est MSRP): $24,000
- Body Type: 4-door pickup, ladder frame
- Layout: front engine, 2WD (opt 4WD)
- Base Engine: 231 hp, 293 lb-ft of torque, 4.6-L V8
- Opt Engine: 330 hp, 365 lb-ft of torque, 5.4-L V8
- Transmission: 4-spd auto
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight: N/A
- Bed Length: 1,709 - 2,477 mm (67.3 - 97.5 in)
- Ground Clearance: N/A
- Towing Capacity: 2,948 - 4,309 kg (6,500 - 9,500 lbs)
- Fuel Economy (est city/hwy):16.1 / 11.8 L/100 km (15 / 20 mpg)
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: Chevy Silverado 1500, Dodge Ram 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, Nissan Titan, Toyota Tundra
- Web Site: www.ford.ca
