Flash Drive

2016 Ford F-150

November 1, 2016 - Behind The Wheel - Comments: 

Model Tested: 2016 Ford F-150 4×4 Supercrew Lariat

The 2016 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercrew is both handsome and rugged.
The 2016 Ford F-150 4×4 Supercrew is both handsome and rugged.

Engine: 3.5-liter V-6 gas Ecoboost turbocharged, 365 horsepower 420 lb-ft torque

Transmission: 6-speed automatic, four-wheel-drive

EPA Rating: 16 mpg city/22 mpg highway/18 mpg combined

Base Price: $45,730

As Tested: $59,645

Performance:

Impressive V-8 performance from a turbo V-6

Smooth transmission

Our best fuel economy was 20.5-mpg highway

The Ford F-150 can be equipped with several great features to ease trailer towing.
The Ford F-150 can be equipped with several great features to ease trailer towing.

Locking rear differential

3.55:1 gear ratio

20-inch wheels and tires

Trailer towing modes

Trick Pro Trailer Backup Assist

Dashboard knob for 2H, 4A, 4H and 4L modes

Ample ground clearance

Skid plates

Rear view camera

Comfort:

Impressive rear seat leg and knee room

The trailer backup assist uses a camera to facilitate backing up a trailer.
The trailer backup assist uses a camera to facilitate backing up a trailer.

Soft, wide rear armrest

Great headroom

Two-temp heated rear seats

Excellent front seat room and comfort

Stretch-out legroom

Three temp heated and cooled front seats

Power lumbar support for driver and front passenger

Power tilt/telescopic steering column

Thick, contoured leather steering wheel

Power adjustable brake and gas pedals

Utility:

Quality construction

Interior comfort and room are outstanding both front and back. The front seats are heated, cooled, and have power lumbar support.
Interior comfort and room are outstanding both front and back. The front seats are heated, cooled, and have power lumbar support.

Big doors

Solid door shut

Two front tow hooks

Very bright headlights with auto dim feature

Power opening tailgate

Blind spot monitor

Cross traffic alert

Big backseat area

Fold-up rear seats provide ample cargo space

Flat rear floor

Handy grab handles on “B” pillars

Big, full length door bins

Power sliding rear window

Big, deep center console bin

WOW Factors:

Handsome styling

Luxurious, car-like interior

The Supercrew bed is a little short, but it still hauls plenty for most urban owners.
The Supercrew bed is a little short, but it still hauls plenty for most urban owners.

Powerful turbocharged V-6

Very bright outside courtesy lights

Power opening tailgate

Excellent safety features

Trick trailer backup assist

Whines:

Not much change from a $60,000 bill

No rear bumper notches for easier bed access

Bottom Line:

There’s a reason the Ford F-150 has been America’s top selling pickup for four decades—it’s an excellent truck. The current F-Series pickups are as tough and dependable as ever, but with luxury and comfort features once rarely found in cars. Except for parking problems an F-150 Supercrew would make a great everyday family vehicle.