F series is a series of full size pick up truck manufactured by Ford Motors Company. F-Series is sold over six decades and most popular variant of this series is F 150 and this model was one of the best selling vehicles in United States for 24 years and best selling truck for 34 years. In 2009 Chicago Auto Show latest edition of Ford F 150 was launched for 2010. This new model has adopted many features of Platinum edition. 2011 Ford F 150 faces some serious competition from Dodge, Toyota and General Motors’s pich up trucks. National base price of 2011 Ford F 150 is around $ 22, 415 which exclude destination charges.

Style and Trim Level:

2011 Ford F 150 is a full sized pick up truck available in 3 body styles which include regular cab, extended cab and crew cab. All these styles differ in cargo box length. Regular Cab is offered with either 6.5 foot or 8 foot cargo bed, while super cab (Extended cab) is awarded with 5.5 foot bed and super crew (Crew cab) style is offered with either 5.5 foot or 6.5 foot bed.

2011 Ford F 150 is available in 10 trims which include XL, STX, well equipped XLT, FX2/FX4, Lariat Limited, Luxurious Lariat, Leather Lumber inspired King Ranch, Bad boy Harley Davidson, extreme off road SVT Raptor and blinged out Platinum body.

Ford F 150 is a commercial vehicle, base trim XL is installed with some accessories like 17 inch steel wheel, powerful AC system, Vinyl seating and AM/FM radio. 2011 Ford F 150 STX trim is offered with similar features but includes some additional features like cloth seating,  upgraded audio system with CD player and AUX-IN pin, cruise control and special body shade. 2011 Ford F 150 XLT trim is added with chrome exterior trim, upgraded cloth interior, fog lamps and full power accessories.

2011 Ford F 150 FX2 which is a wheel drive and FX4 a four wheel drive are offered with Towing Package which include 18 inch wheels, tail light and framed head lights, six way power driver seat, front bucket seats, auto dimming rear view mirrors, Sync function with Bluetooth connectivity, USB/I-Pod interface and voice command operation, satellite radio and 110 V outlet. 2011 Ford F 150 FX4 trim is added with some extra features like power adjustable lumbar, eight way power passenger and driver seat, power adjustable pedals, dual zone automatic climate control and power sliding passenger seat.

King Ranch, Harley Davidson, Lariat and Platinum trims are offered with similar features but includes some special features like wheels, interior and exterior trim. Some of the typical accessories offered with these trims are heated second row seats, ventilated and heated front seats and power folding mirrors.

2011 Ford F 150 SVT Raptor is armored with 6.2 L capacity V6 engine, revised suspension system with rear tracks, wider front track, specialized shock absorbers and enhanced wheel travel, sport seats, locking rear differential, exclusive interior and exterior styling and special off road tires.

Most of the features available in upper trim can also be installed in lower trim. Some of the advanced features offered with this sedan are in dash computer with internet access, mid box storage system and tool link and some optional features include rear view camera, sunroof, rear parking sensors, stowable bed extender, premium Sony audio system, cargo management system, hard drive based navigation system with rear seat entertainment system and Sirius travel link.

Engine and Performance:

2011 model Ford F 150 is armored with new line up of engines. Base trim is armored with 3.7 L capacity V6 and next level is armored with 5.0 L capacity V8 engine which can generate 360 HP of power and 380 lb-ft of torque and bigger vehicles are armored with 6.2 L capacity V8 engine which generates 411 HP of power and 434 lb-ft of torque and later in 2011 Ford F 150 will be armored with 3.5 L capacity V6 eco-Boost and twin turbo engine.

V8 engine with 5.0 L capacity is standard option on FX2, FX4, XLT 4 WD and long bed version of super crew XL and XLT, Lariat and King Ranch. V8 engine with 6.2 L capacity is standard engine on Lariat Limited, Raptor and Harley Davidson trims.

Specifications:

• Number of Cylinders: 6
• Base Engine Size: 3.7 L
• Base Engine Type: V6
• Horse Power: 320 HP
• Max Horse Power: 6500 RPM
• Torque: 278 lb-ft
• Max Torque: 4000 RPM
• Max Towing Capacity: 8300 pounds
• Drive Train: RWD
• Turning Circle: 41.7 feet

Mileage:

• City: 16 MPG
• Highway: 23 MPG

Design and Features:

Ford F 150 can comfortably offer seat for four individual. Back seat is quiet comfortable and offers ample leg room thanks to flat floor and seatback angle. Super crew is capable of carrying good amount of cargo. Rear hinged clam shell doors are less helpful than traditional four hinged doors. Dash comprises of good quality material and simple controls. Navigation system includes 8 inch screen.

Dimensions:

• Front Head Room: 41 inch
• Front Hip Room: 60.5 inch
• Front Shoulder Room: 66.6 inch
• Front Leg Room: 41.4 inch
• Maximum Seating: 3
• Length: 213.2 inch
• Width: 79.2 inch
• Height: 74.8 inch
• Wheel Base: 125.9 inch
• Ground Clearance: 8.6 inch
• Curb Weight: 4685 pounds
• Gross Weight: 6450 pounds

Safety:

Ford F-150 is a huge vehicle armored with trailer sway control, stability control; full complimentary air bags which include full length side curtain airbags and front seat side airbag. This vehicle is not been tested by government crash test crew and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has awarded GOOD rating for both side impact and frontal offset crash test protection.

Other Specifications:

• Front Brake Type: 13.0-inch ventilated disc
• Rear Brake Type: 13.7-inch ventilated disc
• Steering System: Power steering
• Steering Ratio: 20.0:1
• Front Suspension Type: Independent, double wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar
• Rear Suspension Type: Solid axle with leaf springs
• Front Tire Size: 235/ 75 R17
• Rear Tire Size: 235/ 75 R17
• Tire Type: All Season
• Wheel Size: 17 inch front and rear
• Wheel Material: Aluminum alloy (front/rear)
• Manufacturer Curb Weight: 5683 Pounds
• Recommended Fuel: Regular unleaded
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 36 Gallons

2011 Ford F-150

Pros:

Quiet and refined drive

Efficient and Powerful powertrain

Functional and handsome cabin

Useful tailgate

Available in special edition model

Cons:

Steering wheel lacks telescopic feature

Less convenient clamshell rear door