What would you say if we told you the best engine option available for the 2011 Ford F-150 is a V6? You'd probably think we were nuts, right? Well, believe it. Ford is revamping the F-150's entire engine lineup for 2011, adding, among others, a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6. It bests the two available V8s for fuel economy while delivering as much or more power and towing capacity. In fact, the EcoBoost is even better than Ram's 5.7-liter HEMI V8 and Chevy's 5.3-liter V8. You just know it's a strange new world when the best engine in the full-size pickup segment is a V6. 2011 Ford F-150.
Model Lineup
The 2011 Ford F-150 comes in regular cab, SuperCab and SuperCrew body styles, with bed lengths of 5.5, 6.5 and 8 feet. The SuperCab has rear access doors that open from the front, and the SuperCrew has four regular doors.
Ford offers a trim level for every taste, progressing from XL to STX, XLT, FX2/FX4, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, Lariat Limited, Harley-Davidson and SVT Raptor. The XL is Spartan, with vinyl floor covering and vinyl upholstery, manual windows and locks on the regular cab and SuperCab body styles, and steel wheels. The STX adds a CD player, cruise control, power locks, cloth upholstery and alloy wheels. The XLT adds floor mats, carpeting and fog lights. The FX2/FX4 trims have off-road styling, while the Lariat gets a towing package, Ford's new Productivity Screen, dual-zone automatic climate control, power-adjustable pedals, leather upholstery, power front seats, Sirius satellite radio, the Ford Sync entertainment and communications system, a power sliding rear window and 18-inch wheels. The King Ranch, Platinum and Lariat Limited models offer different flavors of luxury, adding unique exterior looks and plenty of amenities. The SVT Raptor is a true off-roader, with a wider body, an all-new suspension with increased travel and racing shocks, and numerous other off-road and performance features.
Image via WikipediaOne of the most popular vehicles of all time, the Ford F-150 truly knows no boundaries. Still going strong after 10 generations, the complete F-Series helped define the terrain for all modern pickups. The F150 has been a steady reminder of just what Ford can be capable of, and the model's redesigned look and capability rewarded the brand. The F-150 remains one of the only trucks to have ever received the Motor Trend Truck of the Year (2004), North American Truck of the Year (2004), and Car & Driver Best Pickup Truck (2004, 2005) all within the span of two years. Powerful and versatile, this is one truck that takes second-place to no one.There's only spot on the web to find real Ford F150 Accessories and parts: CARiD.com. We house the largest selection of top-quality Ford F150 accessories and parts courtesy of the world's most respected manufacturers. From sizzling fashion to ironclad protection, we've got everything you need to keep your monster looking and feeling its best at all times. Grilles, bed rails, tonneau covers, floor mats, dash kits, wheels – you name it, we've got it. Simply put, no one does Ford F150 accessories better than CARiD.