Ford F-Series thirteenth generation
| Thirteenth generation Ford F-150 | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Also called | Ford Lobo (Mexico) |
| Production | Nov 11, 2014–present[1] (Dearborn) |
| Model years | 2015– |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full-size pickup truck |
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| Layout | |
| Related | Ford Atlas Concept |
| Powertrain | |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
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| Length |
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| Width | 79.9 in (203 cm) |
| Height | 75.2–76.9 in (191–195 cm)[8] |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor |
Ford F-Series twelfth generation (MY 2009–2014) Lincoln Mark LT (2nd gen (Mexico) |
The thirteenth-generation Ford F-Series was unveiled at the 2014 North American International Auto Show on January 13, 2014.[9] Much of its exterior styling was previewed by the 2013 Ford Atlas concept vehicle. Following the introduction of the redesigned Super Duty line for the 2017 model year, this is the first generation of F-Series trucks since the 1996 model year where the entire model family (up to the F-550) is built sharing a common cab.
It introduced a series of driver assistance systems: 360-Degree camera, Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning with Brake Support, Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert, and Lane-Keeping System.
Design overview
Although not the first vehicle developed by Ford with an aluminum body (in 1993, the company developed several aluminum Mercury Sables, reducing nearly 400 pounds of curb weight[10]), doing so with the Ford F-Series was notable because of its stature as the best-selling vehicle in North America.
Chassis
While nearly all body panels of the F-150 were converted from steel to aluminum construction (the only significant sheetmetal component constructed of steel is the firewall[11][12]), the chassis frame remained of steel construction. With the extensive weight savings, the use of high-strength steel in the frame was increased from 23% to 77%.[11] To showcase the durability of the aluminum-intensive design, Ford entered prototypes of the model disguised as 12th generation F150s in the Baja 1000.[13]
In an effort to offer a wider range of fuel-efficient engines for the F-150, a 3.5L version of the Ti-VCT V6 replaced the 3.7L version as the entry-level engine.[14] In place of the 3.7L V6, an all-new 2.7L EcoBoost V6 made its debut, with the 3.5L EcoBoost continuing.[14] With the 6.2L V8 again exclusive to the Super Duty line, the 5.0L V8 was retuned for additonal horsepower and torque output. As with its predecessor, no manual transmission is available, with a 6-speed automatic paired with all drivelines.
| Engine | Years | Power | Torque | VIN 8th Digit | Transmission |
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| 3.5 L Cyclone V6 | 2015– | 283 hp (211 kW) @ 6500 rpm | 255 lb·ft (346 N·m) @ 4000 rpm | 8 | 6-speed automatic
Ford 6R80 |
| 2.7 L EcoBoost V6 | 2015– | 325 hp (242 kW) @ 5750 rpm | 375 lb·ft (508 N·m) @ 3000 rpm | P | |
| 5.0 L Coyote V8 | 2015– | 385 hp (287 kW) @ 5750 rpm | 387 lb·ft (525 N·m) @ 3850 rpm | F | |
| 3.5 L EcoBoost V6 | 2015– | 365 hp (272 kW) @ 5000rpm | 420 lb·ft (570 N·m) @ 2500 rpm | G |
Body
WIth an exterior based heavily on the 2013 Ford Atlas concept vehicle, the 2015 Ford F-150 makes a number of design departures from previous F-Series trucks. In a major redesign of the headlights, the rectangular headlight units were replaced with C-shaped units bracketing a trapezoidal grille. On the tailgate, the area between the taillamps became partially recessed (as on 1980s versions), with the option of chrome trim.
Trim
Ford made several changes to the trim levels for model year 2015. To streamline the model lineup, the stand-alone STX, FX2 and FX4, trim levels were replaced by various option packages; the Tremor special edition package for FX trims was also discontinued. Currently, there are no official replacements announced for the Harley-Davidson Edition. The Raptor trim level is announced to be released for the MY17 and will be equipped with an upgraded edition of the 3.5 liter EcoBoost V6 with the output of 450 hp (340 kW) and 440 lb·ft (600 N·m) of torque according to Forza Motorsport 6. Also the raptor introduces an all new 10 speed automatic gearbox.
- XL (2015– )
- XLT (2015– )
- Lariat (2015– )
- King Ranch (2015– )
- Platinum (2015– )
- Limited (2016)
- Raptor (2017-)
Exterior packages
For 2015, new exterior packages became available; some of these take the place of previous trim levels entirely. For instance, the STX and FX trims were replaced by the SPORT and FX4 Off-Road packages. For 2016, a revised edition of the Sport Appearance Package (from 2012-2014) now known as the "Special Edition Package" made a return.
- SPORT appearance package (2015- )
- Chrome appearance package (2015- )
- FX4 Off-Road package (2015- )[15]
- Special Edition Package (2016)
Gallery
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References
- ↑ "As Ford F-150 output starts, Fields says dealers will be fully stocked by Q2". Autonews.com. 2014-11-11. Retrieved 2015-02-18.
- ↑ Priddle, Alisa (2014-08-26). "Ford news | Detroit Free Press". freep.com. Retrieved 2015-02-18.
- ↑ "Jon Fontaine". LinkedIn. Retrieved 2015-02-18.
- ↑
- ↑ "Ryan Niemiec". LinkedIn. Retrieved 2015-02-18.
- ↑ "Thomas Marminc". LinkedIn. Retrieved 2015-02-18.
- ↑ "Texas State Photographer Helps Ford, King Ranch Celebrate Successful 15-Year Partnership". At.ford. Retrieved 18 February 2015.
- ↑ "2015 F-150 Specs" (PDF). Cars.com. Cars.com. Retrieved 29 July 2014.
- ↑ "2015 Ford F-150 makes world debut at Detroit auto show". mlive. Retrieved 6 August 2014.
- ↑ Truett, Richard. "Ford's work with aluminum-bodied vehicles goes back decades". Automotive News. Retrieved 2016-04-04.
- 1 2 Markus, Frank (2014-01-12). "2015 Ford F-150 First Look". Motor Trend. Retrieved 2015-02-18.
- ↑ "2015 F-150: Ford drops an aluminum blockbuster". SAE. SAE International. Retrieved 24 April 2014.
- ↑ "This is how Ford snuck a 2015 F-150 past everyone at the Baja 1000". Road and Track. Retrieved 6 August 2014.
- 1 2 "A Closer Look at the New Base V6 of the 2015 Ford F150". Torque News. Retrieved 29 July 2014.
- ↑ "2015 F-150 APPEARANCE GUIDE" (PDF). Cars.com. Retrieved 30 July 2014.
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