2017 Ford F-150

ERIC STAFFORD

February 10, 2017 at 12:00 PM

C/D Overall Rating:

The reason the Ford F-150 rates a stellar overall score is simple: It’s the best full-size pickup truck you can buy. Period. The sophisticated, refined way it does its many and varied jobs is largely why we named it one of our 10Best Trucks and SUVs for 2017. Over the decades, it has evolved from a bare-bones work truck to a refined and very capable commuter. With an exclusive aluminum bed and body, advanced powertrain availability, and more appearance options than a runway model, the F-150 is the complete package.

What’s New for 2017?

The F-150 lineup includes an all-new 10-speed transmission that is only available with the 365-hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 engine; this powertrain can be matched with both rear- and all-wheel-drive models. An available STX appearance package is also new, along with available 4G LTE Wi-Fi connectivity. Exterior paint colors Lightning Blue, Avalanche, and White Gold are now offered, as well.

Standard Feature Highlights

• First-row side-impact airbags
• Cargo-box lights
• Electronic stability control and roll stability control

Trims and Options We'd Choose

In order to access the benefits of the 10-speed automatic transmission, you need the twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6. Configured with the crew cab and 6.5-foot box, it offers people-moving practicality and real-world hauling capacity. With the mid-level Lariat trim and all-wheel drive, the F-150 starts at $49,585—only $1000 more than the 5.0-liter V-8. Choosing the Lariat over the King Ranch with the same cab and bed style also cuts over $6000 from the starting price. Our well-equipped 2017 F-150 Lariat SuperCrew 4x4 totaled $49,585. Other standard features on the Lariat include:

• 10-way-power-adjustable, heated, and cooled driver and front-passenger seats
• Leather-trimmed front seats
• 8.0-inch touchscreen with Sync 3 infotainment, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Wi-Fi hotspot
• Power-adjustable pedals with memory

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

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C/D Engine and Transmission Rating:

The F-150’s two strongest engines aren’t V-8s, but rather powerful, turbocharged mid-size V-6s. While they make impressive power and deliver sparkling acceleration, the larger twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 we tested failed to deliver the above-average highway fuel economy that smaller turbocharged engines promise.

The F-150 presents the buyer with four engine choices. The base 3.5-liter V-6 produces 282 horsepower and 253 pound-feet of torque; the twin-turbo 2.7-liter V-6 makes 325 horsepower and 375 pound-feet of torque; and the 5.0-liter V-8 puts out 385 horsepower and 387 pound-feet of torque—all of these pair with a six-speed automatic. At the top of the range, a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 is rated at 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, and it’s only available with the 10-speed automatic. All powertrains can be configured with rear- or all-wheel drive, but they’re not available in every cab-and-bed setup.

The all-wheel-drive versions of the EcoBoost V-6s are very quick. In our tests, the 3.5-liter needed a mere 5.7 seconds to charge from zero to 60 mph, and 4.4 seconds to complete our simulated passing test (50 to 70 mph). Although significantly slower from zero to 60 mph (6.3 seconds), the all-wheel-drive 5.0-liter V-8 otherwise tested well, requiring 4.5 seconds to pass. We appreciated the enthusiastic and responsive V-8 engine as well as the smooth-shifting six-speed automatic.

**Maximum Acceleration, C/D Test Results: F-150 5.0L V-8**

**Maximum Acceleration, C/D Test Results: F-150 Twin-Turbo 3.5L V-6**

The F-150 has a maximum towing capacity of 12,200 pounds, so those looking to tow the absolute most might prefer the GMC Sierra or the Chevrolet Silverado. For those who don’t plan on pulling more than a speedboat, an F-150 without the Max Trailer Tow package ($895) can tug up to 7000 pounds with either the V-8 or the 3.5-liter V-6.

Tow Ratings Compared

Payload Ratings Compared

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Fuel Economy Rating:

The F-150 offers a pair of twin-turbo V-6 engines in the quest for V-8 power with better-than-V-8 fuel economy. The EPA numbers say they deliver, but our real-world highway fuel-economy test says otherwise.

Ford’s strategy of downsized V-6 engines with twin turbocharging pays off—doubly so when mated to the new 10-speed transmission. The all-wheel-drive 2.7-liter V-6 offers excellent horsepower and torque while also scoring better EPA numbers (18 mpg city and 22 mpg highway) than similarly powerful V-8s. All of the big V-8s produce more horsepower than the Ford V-6’s 375, but none have more torque than its 470 pound-feet.

Fuel Economy Ratings Compared: F-150 5.0L V-8

Fuel Economy Ratings Compared: F-150 Twin-Turbo 3.5L V-6

In an attempt to replicate how most people drive on the highway, we’ve devised our own fuel-economy test. We perform a 200-mile loop on Michigan’s I-94 highway. We maintain a GPS-verified 75 mph and the cruise control as much as possible, mimicking the way many drivers behave during long trips.

The EcoBoost V-6 engines’ impressive EPA numbers unfortunately didn’t pan out in our real-world testing. The twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 with all-wheel drive achieved 19 mpg, an anticlimactic 4 mpg below its EPA rating.

**Highway Fuel Economy, C/D Test Results: F-150 Twin-Turbo 3.5L V-6**

The all-wheel-drive F-150 King Ranch 3.5-liter EcoBoost had a cruising range of 440 miles, which is a reasonable fill-up interval but still the lowest among its rivals. That distance, however, was with the standard 23.0-gallon fuel tank. There is an extended-range 36.0-gallon fuel tank ($445) for those who don’t want to stop for a long, long time: 680 miles.

**Highway Range, C/D Results**

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Performance and Driving Impressions Rating:

Sure, the F-150 posts some of the best acceleration, roadholding, and braking results in its class. But what really earns our respect is that it balances all of that with a pleasant ride, good agility, responsive power, and a beautiful engine note—a combination its competitors can’t match.

Considering its humongous size, the F-150 is surprisingly easy to navigate within city limits as well as on congested interstates. It feels comfortable and controlled at high speeds and on winding sections of road, making the most seamless transition from work mode to commuter mode.

Acceleration

In our instrumented testing, the twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 with all-wheel drive finished among the best in all categories against the competition’s largest V-8 engines. The V-8 F-150 was slower to 60 mph at 6.3 seconds, but its 50-to-70-mph time was nearly identical to that of the 3.5-liter EcoBoost. The EcoBoost, while a tick behind the quickest V-8s, is still plenty fast. Some of this responsiveness can probably be ascribed to the 10-speed transmission, which always seems to have the truck in the appropriate gear for ultimate performance.

Maximum Acceleration, C/D Test Results: F-150 5.0L V-8

Maximum Acceleration, C/D Test Results: F-150 Twin-Turbo 3.5L V-6

Ride, Handling, and Steering

The F-150 doesn’t reach the level of comfort that the Ram 1500’s available air suspension offers, but its suspension otherwise performs as well as any of its competitors’. The ride is composed on smoother surfaces but not over harsh bumps, where jittering can be felt in the rear. It stays flat during cornering, and there is minimal extraneous body motion despite its tall center of gravity. Drivers won’t confuse the F-150’s electrically assisted steering with anything sporty, but it still feels reassuring.

**Maximum Cornering Capability, C/D Test Results**

Braking

There is no better alternative to the F-150 when it comes to braking. It has a firm, responsive brake pedal, and the twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 equipped with all-wheel drive performed far better in testing than its competitors—the F-150 needed 175 feet to halt from 70 mph. This can mean the difference between a safe emergency stop and plowing into the car ahead.

Maximum Braking Capability, C/D Test Results

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Interior Rating:

Yesterday’s luxury sedan is today’s full-size pickup truck, and the F-150 has the leather, space, equipment, and list price to prove it. This F-150 seduces with everything from massaging seats to a panoramic sunroof, plus the largest rear compartment in the class.

Interior Space Comparisons

The F-150 ranks midpack in interior space, but that’s no bad thing since every truck in this class is a house inside. What the F-150 loses in front legroom, it gains back in the rear, offering the most stretch-out space in the crew-cab class. Rear headroom is close between the competitors in this segment, but make no mistake: All of these haulers are commodious enough for a family of basketballers.

Front Seats

Back Seats

Interior Features

In its dressiest form, the F-150 feels like an all-inclusive resort on wheels. You can receive the spa treatment thanks to front seats with a massage feature that are also heated, cooled, and wrapped in leather. Leather trim extends to the steering wheel and rear seats in higher-spec SuperCrew models, and the rear seats and steering wheel can be heated, too.

The F-150’s interior is laid out efficiently and attractively. Controls are all within easy reach of the driver and are simple to understand and operate, but models with a center console suffer from a bulky shifter that takes up valuable storage space.

FeatureStandard/OptionalTilting steering columnStandardTelescoping steering columnStandardPower-adjustable steering columnOptionalHeated steering wheelOptionalPower-adjustable pedalsOptionalMemory driver's seatOptionalMassaging driver's seatOptionalMassaging front-passenger seatOptionalPower driver's seatOptionalPower front-passenger seatOptionalHeated front seatsOptionalHeated rear seatsOptionalCooled front seatsOptionalCooled rear seatsNot AvailableHead-up displayNot AvailableRear-seat entertainment systemNot Available

Seat Adjustments

Fore/
AftReclineShoulder articulationLumbar supportHeightThigh supportSide bolsterHeadrest tiltDriver's seatXXXXXXFront-passen-
ger seatXXXXXX

Climate Control

Manual climate controlAutomatic climate controlSecond-row climate controlSecond-row HVAC vent2017 Ford F-150 King RanchNoTwo-zoneDirection of airflow, heated seatsYes

Cupholder Location

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Seating Height

Seeing out of the F-150 isn’t as difficult as one might expect in such a large vehicle. Its elevated body and upright cab make for an experience unlike anything that drivers of cars or even crossovers are accustomed to. To accurately measure seating height—the distance from the road to the driver’s hip—we use an H-Point Machine (HPM), a precisely engineered device marketed by the Society of Automotive Engineers. This versatile tool, along with some lasers and simple trigonometry, also reveals the width and location of roof-pillar visibility obstructions. Our H-Point Machine and laser measurement tools determine the length of road ahead obscured by the hood as well as rearview-mirror blind spots.

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Seating-Height Comparisons

Blind Spots and Visibility

The F-150 features front side windows that dip down to help improve outward visibility. For full confidence, opting for the telescoping tow mirrors ($1320) is well worth it.

Roof pillars protect occupants in a rollover crash, but they also create blind spots. We determine visibility by measuring the location and width of each pillar using an H-Point Machine and a laser beam (surrogates for a driver and eyeball, respectively).

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Infotainment Rating:

The F-150’s optional infotainment system looks good, is a snap to learn, and is rife with useful features. All that holds it back is its lazy reaction to user commands.

Infotainment Features

The Sync 3 infotainment system with the optional 8.0-inch touchscreen is highly intuitive to control; its ability to be manipulated via voice commands, buttons, knobs, and touchscreen input enables a quick learning curve for the user. Syncing devices to Bluetooth works seamlessly and provides quality audio during phone calls, although it’s worth noting that incoming calls reduce the fan speed and continue to play through the speakers even after the vehicle is shut off. Similarly, we found it distracting that turn-by-turn directions muted phone-call volume but not the stereo volume. In F-150s equipped with the 8.0-inch screen, it would be useful if navigation information were additionally displayed in the gauge cluster’s smaller screen—the Ram 1500 does this.

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Infotainment Response Time, C/D Test Results

Apart from everything we liked about the Sync 3 infotainment system, the unit does have one of the slowest response rates in the class. In our tests, it barely fell into our “Fair” category. The Ram 1500’s Uconnect system that we have long been fond of recorded an “Excellent” rating.

By filming the infotainment screen while switching between various menus and then analyzing the high-speed video frame by frame, we are able to accurately measure the system’s response time. We rate infotainment response, or latency, on the following scale:

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Cargo Space and Storage Rating:

There’s plenty of storage space in the F-150. It’s a pickup, after all, so you can carry a couch as easily as a ham sandwich. But cargo space and cubby storage are so close among full-size pickups that they all rate essentially the same.

Carry-On Luggage, C/D Test Results

There needs to be room inside the cab for groceries, luggage, sunglasses, water bottles, and the occasional bowling ball. The F-150 King Ranch SuperCrew we tested was able to hold 18 carry-on suitcases in its folded second row, which was around the class average.

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Cargo Volume Comparisons

Cargo Configurations

First Row; fold-flat passenger seatSecond Row2017 Ford F-150No60/40

**Maximum Cubby Storage, C/D Test Results**

Regarding cubby storage, the F-150 was again average, as we were able to fit a total of 1041 ping-pong balls in the SuperCrew’s various nooks. Throughout the F-150 are multiple storage spots, including small cubbies above the glovebox and center stack, plus a coverable compartment in front of the shifter. A very large, deep center-console bin rounds out the available stowage.

Why do we use ping-pong balls?

To determine the interior space available to stash travel essentials, we’ve devised a range of measuring protocols. We use six beverage containers ranging in size and shape to gauge cupholder accommodation. We stack, stuff, and arrange 9-by-14-by-22-inch cardboard boxes to quantify the number of airline-carry-on-size suitcases that will fit in a trunk or folded seat’s cargo space. To measure irregularly shaped gloveboxes, door pockets, and console bins, we fill each container with 1.5-inch-diameter ping-pong balls. It’s tempting to convert the number of spheres to a volume (cubic inches), but we resist that calculation because—as with the box of tissues, 12-ounce can of soda, or gallon of milk you might stash in these compartments—there are voids between the balls. Random packing (our procedure) nullifies approximately one-third of the available space. The negative space between the balls could theoretically be reduced to 25 percent of an irregular shape with precise stacking, but while we might be pedantic, we’re not crazy.

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Exterior Rating:

Ford has long been a leader in offering enticing model variants that spice up the F-150’s appearance and add feature content. The 2017 model year is no different: The F-150 options list is a dizzying array of cab, bed, and appearance possibilities that make you want to check the boxes and run up the sticker price.

While the F-150’s aluminum body panels and front-end design are different from past generations, the recessed wheel arches and drooping front windows are nostalgic. A large, wide windshield extends high into the roofline and benefits the driver with relatively small A-pillars. The F-150’s three cab configurations (Regular, SuperCab, SuperCrew) and three box sizes (5.5 feet, 6.5 feet, and 8.0 feet) are more than enough to play with, so overall length depends on the setup. All three beds can be mated to the Regular cab. The SuperCab only offers the 6.5-foot and 8.0-foot bed options, while the SuperCrew only comes with the 5.5-foot or 6.5-foot beds. The F-150 is the longest in the segment when the SuperCrew is matched to its largest bed, and it’s significantly shorter than other extended cabs when paired with its smallest box.

Exterior Dimensions

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Exterior Measurement Comparisons

With a myriad of appearance packages, cab configurations, and bed lengths, the F-150 can be tailored to fit almost any individual style and purpose. Exterior add-ons such as running boards, LED side-mirror spotlights, box lighting, and a nifty tailgate step provide function for the fashion.

Exterior Features

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Active Key-Fob Commands

Lock / unlockLiftgateRemote startPanic alarmHold to roll down windowsHold to roll up windowsRemote parking2017 Ford F-150 King Ranchxxxx

Passive Key-Fob Commands

Driver door lock / unlockPassenger door lock / unlockRear doors lock / unlockLiftgatePush to startProximity approach lighting2017 Ford F-150 King RanchXXX

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Safety and Driver Assistance Rating:

Ford’s pickup now offers almost every advanced safety system available on passenger cars, plus a clever driver aid that makes the confusing work of backing up a trailer as easy as twisting a knob. The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety has rated it one of the safest pickups on the market.

Crash-Test Results

Two agencies evaluate vehicles for crashworthiness in the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) rates tested vehicles from one to five stars in front crash, side crash, and rollover tests. NHTSA also assigns cars an overall rating out of five stars. The non-profit, independent, Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) uses a different set of tests to evaluate front and side crashworthiness, roof strength, headlight reach, and ease of child seat installation. IIHS grades cars on a scale from Good to Poor in each test, and awards the cars that perform best across all its tests with Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+ honors, the latter of which requires that the vehicle’s automated forward-collision-braking system performs well in IIHS’s tests.

The 2017 Ford F-150 is among the safest pickups around, with a five-star rating from NHTSA and the IIHS’s highest rating for a full-size pickup truck. It continued its IIHS streak as the only one in its class to receive a grade of “Good” for all crashworthiness tests.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Test Results

2017 Ford F-150

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Test Results

2017 Ford F-150

Small OverlapModerate OverlapSide ImpactRoof StrengthHead Restraints and SeatsTop Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+?GoodGoodGoodGoodGoodNo

Child-seat LATCH points are standard on pickups with a rear seat, but F-150 drivers with children will definitely want the crew cab configuration. It allows the easiest installation of child seats, with a flat, level surface, large doors that open wide, and plenty of room so that front passengers will not be disturbed.

Airbags, Child Seats, and Spare Tire Location

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Active Safety Features

Backup cameras and rear parking sensors are available on all models, and more advanced safety tech, such as blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera, can be added to most of the lineup. The F-150 is also the only pickup that can park itself with Ford’s available Active Park Assist feature. The backup camera incorporates guidelines that turn with the steering wheel, but the image quality declines in the rain. Ford’s clever trailer-backup assist helps rookies guide their trailers accurately; turning a knob on the instrument panel steers the truck in the right direction to make the trailer go where you want it to. All in all, the F-150 is one of the leading purveyors of full-size safety and driver assistance.

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Backup Camera

Gridlines integrated in backup camera view?Do gridlines move with steering wheel?Does volume of audio system reduce when reverse is selected?2017 Ford F-150YesYesNo

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Warranty Rating:

The F-150’s three-year or 36,000-mile limited warranty and the five-year or 60,000-mile powertrain warranty are consistent with its competitors; however, the Nissan Titan offers five-year or 100,000-mile limited and powertrain warranties. F-150 owners will have five years or 60,000 miles of roadside assistance, better than what Nissan and Toyota offer, but 40,000 miles less than what the Ram 1500 covers over the same span.

Warranty Comparison

VehicleLimited WarrantyPowertrain WarrantyCorrosion ProtectionRoadside AssistanceComplimentary Maintenance2017 Nissan Titan5 years/100,000 miles5 years/100,000 miles5 years (unlimited miles)3 years/36,000 milesN/A2017 Ford F-150 3 years/36,000 miles5 years/60,000 miles5 years (unlimited miles)5 years/60,000 milesN/A2017 Chevrolet Silverado 15003 years/36,000 miles5 years/60,000 miles6 years/100,000 miles (rust-through) 3-year/36,000 miles5 years/60,000 miles2 years/24,000 miles (Only the first two services)2017 GMC Sierra 15003 years/36,000 miles5 years/60,000 miles6 years/100,000 miles 5 years/60,000 miles2 years/24,000 miles (Only the first two services)2017 Ram 15003 years/36,000 miles5 years/60,000 miles5 years (unlimited miles)5 years/100,000 milesN/A2017 Toyota Tundra3 years/36,000 miles5 years/60,000 miles5 years (unlimited miles)2 years (unlimited miles)2 years/25,000 miles

C/D Overall Rating:

What’s New for 2017?

Standard Feature Highlights

Trims and Options We'd Choose

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Engine and Transmission Rating:

Maximum Acceleration, C/D Test Results: F-150 5.0L V-8

Maximum Acceleration, C/D Test Results: F-150 Twin-Turbo 3.5L V-6

Tow Ratings Compared

Payload Ratings Compared

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Fuel Economy Rating:

Fuel Economy Ratings Compared: F-150 5.0L V-8

Fuel Economy Ratings Compared: F-150 Twin-Turbo 3.5L V-6

Highway Fuel Economy, C/D Test Results: F-150 Twin-Turbo 3.5L V-6

Highway Range, C/D Results

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Performance and Driving Impressions Rating:

Acceleration

Maximum Acceleration, C/D Test Results: F-150 5.0L V-8

Maximum Acceleration, C/D Test Results: F-150 Twin-Turbo 3.5L V-6

Ride, Handling, and Steering

Maximum Cornering Capability, C/D Test Results

Braking

Maximum Braking Capability, C/D Test Results

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Interior Rating:

Interior Space Comparisons

Front Seats

Back Seats

Interior Features

Seat Adjustments

Climate Control

Cupholder Location

Seating Height

Seating-Height Comparisons

Blind Spots and Visibility

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Infotainment Rating:

Infotainment Features

Infotainment Response Time, C/D Test Results

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Cargo Space and Storage Rating:

Carry-On Luggage, C/D Test Results

Cargo Volume Comparisons

Cargo Configurations

Maximum Cubby Storage, C/D Test Results

Why do we use ping-pong balls?

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Exterior Rating:

Exterior Dimensions

Exterior Measurement Comparisons

Exterior Features

Active Key-Fob Commands

Passive Key-Fob Commands

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Safety and Driver Assistance Rating:

Crash-Test Results

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Test Results

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Test Results

Airbags, Child Seats, and Spare Tire Location

Active Safety Features

Backup Camera

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

C/D Warranty Rating:

Warranty Comparison

In Depth: 2017 Ford F-150

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