2018 F-150 diesel engine performance specs release date

Year after year, the Ford F-150 continues to blow away the competition with some incredible innovation. A couple of years ago, Ford starting using high-strength, military-grade aluminum to build the truck. The resulting improvements to handling and efficiency scores have put the rest of the full-size pickup truck class on notice. For the 2018 model year, Ford is changing the game again by introducing the company’s first diesel engine for the F-150 platform. The brand new turbocharged, 3.0-liter, Power Stroke V-6 diesel engine will be mated to the automaker’s 10-speed automatic transmission, a segment-first. Houston Ford expects the first 2018 F-150 trucks to be available in the showroom later this fall. The new diesel engine will be available later in the truck’s production cycle. Read the rest of this entry >>

How fast can the 2017 F-150 hit 60 mph?

Of all of the elements a pickup truck buyer needs to consider, performance remains of the most important categories. Because of all of the options available with full-size pickup truck options for the 2017 Ford F-150, this isn’t always as straightforward as one would think. Zero-to-60 mph times and towing capacity information for the 2017 F-150 can change with powertrain options, cabin configuration and cargo bed lengths. In order to get a standard set of requirements, we are using a 2017 F-150 with the standard cargo bed and the 5.0-liter, V-8 as the benchmark. A Houston Ford sales professional will be able to discuss how changes to any of the criteria will affect performance. Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Ford F-150 Trim Information

The flexibility and adaptability of the Ford F-150 full-size pickup truck are among the traits people most value in the vehicle. Not including the Raptor version of the F-150, Houston Ford customers have six trim levels of the truck to choose from. Among the more common questions asked in the Houston Ford showroom is, ‘What do Ford F-150 trims names mean?’ Our research has concluded that there is no real meaning to any of them save for a way to differentiate one trim’s set of equipment from the next. To help people get as much meaning from the trim names of the Ford F-150 as possible, we are going to explain the main differences and highlight what is offered. Read the rest of this entry >>

Changes made for the 2018 Ford F-150

The full-size pickup truck class of the automotive industry has been the among the most competitive segments since its very inception. At the top of that class for more than 30 years is the Ford F-150. In order for one of the country’s most popular pickups to stay at the head of the class, the automaker’s design team need to stay ahead of trends. Many of the changes made for the 2018 Ford F-150 modernize the truck’s electronics suite. In addition to being more fuel efficient, the new F-150 also offers more connectivity options than before with the addition of a mobile internet hotspot. Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Ford F-150 Bed Lengths

When you’re in the market for a new full-size pickup truck, choosing the Ford F-150 is easy enough, but the decisions don’t end there. Not only are there three different cab sizes and five different engine options, but buyers also have the choice between three different bed length options, which can go a long way in deciding your truck’s payload capacity.

Whether you’ve got some heavy-duty equipment or a lot of items that need carrying, or just need the 2017 Ford F-150 for everyday projects around the house, there’s a model with a bed size that will suit you. For drivers who need to haul a lot of gear and cargo or large equipment, the larger bed options are sure to come in handy, whereas the standard-size bed options are great for everyday use.

2017 Ford F-150 towing and payload capacities

When you’re in the market for a new pickup truck, you want one that offers all of the best in power and capability. The whole point of trucks is to get a hard day’s worth of work out of them, and in order to do so, they have to offer some pretty impressive towing and payload capabilities. That’s where towing with the 2017 Ford F-150 comes in.

The impressive power created by the 2017 Ford F-150 is matched by none of its segment competitors on the road today. It comes with a 3.5-liter V6 engine on its Raptor trim, capable of producing 450 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque. Its base trim is a 2.7-liter V6 that delivers 282 horsepower and 253 lb-ft of torque. It also offers a 5.0-liter V8 engine option with incredible power, making it a born tower and hauling machine.

2017 Ford F-150 Raptor vs 2017 Ford F-150 4×4

Here at Houston Ford of Pine River, we’re anxiously awaiting the arrival of the new 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor on our lot While the new Raptor has some similarity to the popular Ford F-150 4×4, there are more than a few distinct differences between the two models that are worth noting. That’s why we’ve put together a model comparison for the 2017 Ford F-150 4×4 vs the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor.

Minnesota drivers are no strangers to hard work, but that doesn’t mean they don’t know how to have a good time. The new 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor will offer the power and capability you need, with the easy handling and off-road capability to make every drive an adventure.

New Ford F-150 models for sale near Brainerd, MN

When you think of pickup trucks, there’s a good chance the Ford F-150 pops into your head. For decades, the F-150 has been establishing itself as a household name thanks to its superior performance and capability as well as its overall quality and value. This trend has continued to this day. The 2016 Ford F-150 is one of the most sought-after pickup trucks in the Brainerd, MN area. That’s why we here at Houston Ford of Pine River have made the popular pickup one of our specialties, offering a wide range of new models in our inventory.