2014 Ford F150 review
Ford F150 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Great engine options
- Luxury trims available
- Cool off-road Raptor
Cons
- Trim, cab, engine, and bed combinations can be confusing
- Aging platform (fifth generation is 2009–2014)
- Predates Apple and Android integration
Mileage (EPA estimate)
11 city, 16 highway, 13 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
Versatile full-size truck
The Ford F-150 is one of the most popular vehicles in the country, and there's a good reason for that. Ford has been continually updating its full-size truck for several decades. Check out the 2014 F-150, and you'll find nine trim levels with a mix of regular cab, SuperCab, and SuperCrew body styles. Each gives you a bit more interior space and a mix of bed sizes. Regular and SuperCabs can be found with either a 6.5-foot or eight-foot cargo bed, while SuperCrews can be had with 6.5-foot or 5.5-foot beds. The 2014 F-150 gets a standard V6 with optional twin-turbo V6 and two V8 engines to choose from.
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What is new for the 2014 Ford F150?
- F150 trims have been upgraded with Manual Transmission as standard equipment this year.
- Smart Key, Leather & Suede Seats, and Kicker Speaker System features are now available as options on select trims.
- The STX trim now comes with Sync System as standard equipment.
- The FX4 trim now comes with Leather Seats and 20 Inch Plus Wheels as standard equipment.
- The FX2 trim now comes with Leather Seats and 20 Inch Plus Wheels as standard equipment.
- The SVT Raptor trim now comes with Leather Seats, Memory Seat(s), Rear View Camera, Remote Start, Navigation System, and Sony Sound System as standard equipment.
- The King Ranch trim now comes with Navigation System as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2014 Ford F150
1. Tons of engine choices
You can start with a standard 3.7L V6 engine that produces a solid 302 horsepower and 278 lb-ft of torque. If you need more power, optional engines include a 5.0L V8 that bumps output to 360 hp and 380 lb-ft. There is also a twin-turbocharged 3.5L V6 engine rated at 365 hp and 420 lb-ft of torque, plus a 6.2-liter V8 engine making 411 hp and 434 lb-ft of torque.
2. Many trim options
Trim options go from relatively basic to luxurious. At the entry level are the base XL and sporty STX. Check out the XLT, which is well-equipped, or the rugged FX2 and FX4 models in the middle of the range. At the top of the trim pyramid, check out the Lariat, the western-themed King Ranch, the incredible off-road Raptor, and the max-luxury Platinum and Limited variants. There is definitely something for everyone.
3. Three interior layouts
The 2014 F-150 has a variety of interior layouts to choose from. The base regular cab has seating for three across the front bench, but if you want more space, check out the SuperCab and CrewCab. Both have seating for six passengers, and the SuperCab has 33.3 inches of rear legroom, while the SuperCrew expands that to an impressive 43.5 inches.
4. Towing capability
Your next weekend outing could be much more fun with a great towing rig. The 2014 F-150 has a variety of towing ratings depending on engine and trim level. The V6 with rear-wheel-drive has a max towing capacity of 8,300 pounds when properly equipped. At the top of the range, a 5.0L V8-equipped F-150 can tow up to 11,300 pounds when properly equipped.
5. Luxury features
Start with the Lariat trim with standard features like leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, and 10-way power-adjustable heated front seats. The fun western-themed King Ranch has luxuries like ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and a power-adjustable steering wheel, while the Platinum has upgraded leather, a really lovely standard wood and leather-trimmed steering wheel as well as a sunroof.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.4 out of 5
82 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 56 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 18 |
| 3 Stars | 2 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 6 |
RepairPal gave the Ford F150 an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Ford F150 8th out of 19 among Fullsize Trucks.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Ford F150Ford F150 features and specs
XLT 2WD 2D Regular Cab
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Side Airbags
- Sync System
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Bed Cover
- Bed Liner
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Leather Seats
- Long Bed
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
365
Torque (ft-lbs)
420
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
26
Wheelbase
145"
Overall length
231.8"
Width
79.2"
Height
75.6"
Leg room
F 41.4"
Head room
F 41"
Front tires
LT245/75SR17
Rear tires
LT245/75SR17
Seating capacity
3
Max towing capacity
560/5600 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2014 Ford F150 FAQ
The 2014 Ford F150 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- XLT : 17 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Lariat : 16 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- Platinum : 16 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- STX : 17 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- FX2 : 16 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- FX4 : 15 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- XL : 17 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- SVT Raptor : 11 MPG City and 16 MPG Highway
- King Ranch : 16 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- Limited : 16 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
The Ford F150 received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Ford F150 as 7 out of 19 among Fullsize Truck
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The 2014 Ford F150 has a maximum towing capacity of between 5500 and 8100 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2014 Ford F150:
- Manual Transmission
- Smart Key
- Leather & Suede Seats
- Kicker Speaker System
- Sync System
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