The 2018 F-150 has an EPA estimated rating of 20 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 22 mpg combined from the second-generation 2.7-liter EcoBoost engine, plus 13,200 lbs. towing and 3,270-lb. payload capacity from the 3.5-liter EcoBoost and enhanced 5.0-liter V8, respectively.
Three years after introducing a high-strength, military-grade, aluminum-alloy-bodied F-150, a new truck arrives a segment-first 10-speed automatic transmission and F-150’s most advanced engine lineup yet, which includes the first available diesel for F-150.
With advanced dual port and direct-injection technology, the second-generation 2.7-liter EcoBoost engine delivers a 25 lb.-ft. increase in torque – and at lower engine speeds compared to a traditional V8. Like the second-generation 3.5-liter EcoBoost, this 2.7-liter EcoBoost will be paired with Ford’s segment-exclusive 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission.
An enhanced 5.0-liter V8 boasts a best-in-class payload capacity of 3,270 lbs. This normally aspirated engine features significant upgrades for 2018 including advanced dual port and direct-injection technology for 10 more horsepower and an additional 13 lb.-ft. of torque. Spray-on bore liner technology also featured in the Shelby GT350 Mustang has been added to squeeze out even more weight from the aluminum block. For the first time, the V8 is paired with the 10-speed SelectShift automatic.
For best-in-class towing, the second-generation 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 delivers 13,200 lbs. of towing capacity, thanks to its 470 lb.-ft. of torque. With dual port and direct-injection technology, the 375-hp twin-turbo engine provides ideal low-end and peak engine performance for hauling heavy payloads and towing heavy trailers.
Even the all-new 3.3-liter V6 engine is more efficient, more powerful and delivers more torque to get the job done, compared to the previously standard 3.5-liter V6. Plus, the now standard 3.3-liter provides a 5 percent power-to-weight ratio improvement versus the 2014 F-150 featuring steel body and 3.7-liter V6 – with better fuel economy and performance based on EPA-estimated ratings.
Designed, engineered and tested in-house, an all-new 3.0-liter Power Stroke turbo diesel V6 paired with 10-speed SelectShift automatic joins the F-150 engine lineup for 2018. The first diesel engine offered for F-150 will be available next spring.
