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2017 Ford F150 review

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Ford F150 highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Very capable when it comes to towing and hauling
  • Lots of available technology
  • Versatile engine options
  • The Raptor trim offers serious off-road ability

Cons

  • Ride is bumpy when the bed is empty
  • Thirsty engines

Mileage (EPA estimate)

15 city, 18 highway, 16 combined

Pricing for current inventory

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Price
Year

All Ford F150 years

What is new for the 2017 Ford F150?

  • The F150 is available in a variety of new trims, including the Shelby Super Snake and SVT Raptor.
  • F150 trims have been upgraded with Leatherette & Cloth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and Bed Cover as standard equipment this year.
  • Leather & Suede Seats and DVD Video System features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The Shelby trim now comes with A/C Seat(s), Front Seat Heaters, Memory Seat(s), Rear Defroster, Rear View Camera, 20 Inch Plus Wheels, Tow Hitch, CD Audio, Sony Sound System, and Sync System as standard equipment.

5 reasons to buy the 2017 Ford F150

1. Find the right F-150 for you

The 2017 F-150 comes in three basic configurations – Regular Cab, SuperCab, and SuperCrew. Depending on the configuration, there are six wheelbase choices that offer more personalization options, with a large selection of available packages. From chrome or dark exterior and wheel finishes, color-coded or sports accessories to CNG, propane gas, or bi-fuel V8 engine preparation, you'll find the F150 that's right for you.

2. Big towing capacities and payload

It may be a light-duty truck, but the 2017 Ford F150 can seriously flex its muscles when it comes to practical usability. Maximum estimated payloads of up to 3,270 lbs can be transported on cargo beds up to eight feet long, and the 3.5L EcoBoost® version has an estimated maximum towing capacity of up to 12,200 lbs when properly equipped.

Whether you're carrying cargo or colleagues, you can rest assured the F150 will have your back.

3. Option of four-wheel drive

If you have to regularly visit a construction site or venture off-road, the 4x4 2017 Ford F150 can take it all in its stride. Choose the available FX4 off-road package with an electronic locking rear differential, hill descent control, off-road shock absorbers, and underbody skid plates — add some all-terrain tires, and you'll be all set for some serious rock-crawling action. Back for 2017, the 450-hp Raptor is the ultimate Ford F150 for rough and tumble ability. Fitted with FOX® Racing Shox and flared fenders, it's a powerful truck for when the going gets very tough.

4. Super luxurious trims

There are seven 2017 Ford F150 trims: XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, Limited, and Raptor. Leather and heated/cooled front seats with driver power adjustment are standard on Lariat to Limited trims, along with an 8-inch productivity screen in the instrument display, SYNC® 3 eight-inch color touchscreen entertainment system with voice control, plus Android Auto and Apple CarPlay® integration. With keyless entry and cruise control, the F150 is not just a practical pickup, but also a posh one.

5. Wide engine choice

Four gasoline engine options provide the 2017 Ford F150 with plenty of power for every driving situation. The 282-hp 3.5L V6 gives torque over a wide rpm range, but choose the 325-hp 2.7L EcoBoost if you prioritize fuel economy, as it achieves an EPA-estimated 26 mpg on the highway.

The 385-hp 5.0L V8 is made for heavy-duty scenarios, while the 375-hp twin-turbocharged 3.5L EcoBoost and 10-speed SelectShift® automatic transmission combination are new for 2017.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

The 2017 Ford F150 is a great truck with many features. Customers like the power, the space, and the amenities.
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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.

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Ford F150 features and specs

XL 2WD 2D Regular Cab

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Cloth Seats
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine
  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Bed Cover
  • Bed Liner
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Long Bed
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Running Boards
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Sync System
  • Tow Hitch
  • Vinyl Seats

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.7L

Horsepower

325

Torque (ft-lbs)

375

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

23

Wheelbase

122"

Overall length

209.3"

Width

79.9"

Height

75.5"

Leg room

F 43.9"

Head room

F 40.8"

Front tires

P245/70SR17

Rear tires

P245/70SR17

Seating capacity

3

Max towing capacity

500/5000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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