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–present |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full-size pickup truck |
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| Layout | |
| Related | Ford Atlas Concept Ford Super Duty |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Transmission |
6-speed automatic Ford 6R80 10 speed automatic (F-150 Raptor) |
| Dimensions | |
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| Length |
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| Width | 79.9 in (2,029 mm) |
| Height | 75.2–76.9 in (1,910–1,953 mm)[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] Based on an all-new platform, the 2015 Ford F-150 marked the adoption of aluminum body construction for the F-Series.
Using an exterior design previewed by the 2013 Ford Atlas concept vehicle, the 2015 F-150 introduced a number of driver assistance and safety technologies to the vehicle, including a 360-Degree camera, Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning with Brake Support, Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert, and Lane-Keeping System.
For the 2017 model year, the Ford Super Duty truck line was completely redesigned for the first time. For the first time since the 1999 model year, all models of the F-Series from the F-150 through the F-550 utilized a common cab design, though the Super Duty utilizes its own front bodywork and two separate platforms (depending on GVWR).
Design overview
Although not the first vehicle developed by Ford with an aluminum body (in 1993, the company developed aluminum Mercury Sable prototypes, reducing nearly 400 pounds of curb weight[10]), it was the first full-production vehicle built of aluminum from the company; the change also included 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 additional 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 | 2015–2016 | 365 hp (272 kW) @ 5000 rpm | 420 lb·ft (570 N·m) @ 2500 rpm | G | |
| 3.5 L EcoBoost V6 | 2017– | 375 hp (280 kW) @ 5000 rpm | 470 lb·ft (640 N·m) @ 3500 rpm | G | 10-speed automatic |
| 3.5 L EcoBoost V6 | 2017– | 450 hp (340 kW) @ 5000 rpm | 510 lb·ft (690 N·m) @ 3500 rpm | G |
Body
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
As part of the redesign, several changes were made to the trim lineup for the Ford F-Series. In an effort to consolidate models, the STX and FX2/FX4 trims were discontinued; the Tremor and Harley-Davidson special editions were not included in the redesign either. To make up for the loss of the previous trims, the features of the STX became a stand-alone option package, as did the FX4.[15] To complete engineering work on the model, the SVT Raptor submodel went out of production, returning for the 2017 model year.
The thirteenth-generation F-Series follows traditional Ford truck nomenclature with XL, XLT, and Lariat trims, joined with King Ranch and Platinum trims (shared with the Super Duty line). For 2016, the Limited trim level was revived (slotted above the Platinum trim).
- XL (2015– )
- XLT (2015– )
- Lariat (2015– )
- King Ranch (2015– )
- Platinum (2015– )
- Limited (2016-)
- Raptor (begins 2017)
2017 Ford Raptor
Following a two-year hiatus, the F-150 Raptor sub-model makes its return for the 2017 model year, with the loss of its previous SVT prefix. As with its predecessor, the 2017 Raptor is an offroad-oriented vehicle produced in SuperCab and SuperCrew configurations with a model-exclusive 5.5' pickup bed. The model continues its lack of a Ford Blue Oval grille badge, with "F-O-R-D" spelled across the center of the grille.
As with a standard Ford F-150, the Raptor is an aluminum-intensive vehicle; though built upon a steel frame, nearly all its body panels are built using aluminum (reducing curb weight by nearly 500 pounds over an equivalent 2014 SVT Raptor). In place of the 411 hp 6.2L V8, the new Raptor features a 3.5L twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 paired with an industry-first 10-speed automatic transmission.
To improve its off-road ability over a standard F-150, the Raptor is fitted with a torque-on-demand transfer case, racing shock absorbers, and all-terrain tires and wheels.
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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.
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- ↑ "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.
- ↑ http://www.ford.com/trucks/f150raptor/?fmccmp=lp-future-fut-hp-2017-raptor
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