Its rear-hinged clamshell doors are also less useful than the traditional front-hinged doors of the competitive Tundra Double Cab and Ram Quad Cab. Finally, the Sync system gains expanded capabilities AppLink for smartphones. With four-wheel drive, an F-150 with this engine went from zero to 60 mph in 7. The SuperCab is still fairly roomy, but legroom is noticeably less generous. Oh and by the way, it only cost me yes me 8500 to get it back on the road!! Most of the functional features found on the upper trim levels can be added to the lower trims as options.
Next up is a 5. The old-fashioned V8s are pretty strong, too. Brake pressure is held in the braking system, and the truck remains stationary on the slope for up to two seconds after the driver releases the brake pedal. Aimed at those who work out of their trucks, Ford's Work Solutions options include an in-dash computer with Internet access, a Midbox storage system a lockable compartment located between the cab and bed and Tool Link a system that keeps tabs on tools stored in the truck's box via radio-frequency tracking. The King Ranch, Platinum, Harley-Davidson and Lariat Limited are all similar to the Lariat but feature wheels, exterior trim, and interior materials and badging that are unique to a particular theme or interest.
But the drawback is fuel mileage. Once I got onto the I280, heading towards the Ohio Turnpike, the fuel economy figures on the on board vehicle computer improved considerably and by the time I had spent an hour cruising along the wide open vastness of the northern Ohio plains, the fuel economy of the 2012 Ford F150 EcoBoost had climbed up into the expected combined fuel economy range of 18 miles per gallon. While cruising on the highway, the EcoBoost V6 has absolutely no audible drone in the cabin and even when you thrust the EcoBoost into passing gear, the truck is still surprisingly quiet. The ride is great though. The centre console between the front seats is the typical massive storage bin found on all trucks in this market.
From the twin turbo EcoBoost engine to the smartly styled exterior and cab interior, this is a nice truck. The SuperCrew can have either the 6. The styling comes in the details like the large grille opening with lots of horizontal bars and body-coloured surround. Ford was concerned early on that the skeptics would outweight those buyers who were interested in a twin turbo V6 pickup truck but the real world results with the EcoBoost F150 lead me to believe that this engine will be around for a very long time. The Final Word After my second time in a 2012 Ford F150 powered by the EcoBoost V6, I have found that not only can the twin turbocharged V6 do anything that a V8 can but it can also reach incredible fuel economy figures when it is not under heavy load. Other drivetrain upgrades include a new two-speed automatic transfer case for upper trim levels and an electronic locking rear axle that replaces the limited-slip option on many models.
It offers superb backseat comfort thanks to abundant legroom, a flat floor and a seatback angle that's pleasantly reclined. I drove a 2002 f250 diesel 398k miles 7. Prior years had the seat belt attached to the front seat, which at least kept you from having to undo your seat belt. During the early stages of my trip, the 2012 Ford F150 4x4 with the EcoBoost V6 was averaging less than 14 miles per gallon when dealing with the frustrating stop and go traffic on I94 and I75 around the Detroit area. The 2012 Ford F-150 looks to continue that trend, as it offers nearly a dozen trim levels, special-edition models, impressive towing and fuel economy numbers and innovative new technologies. Ford has played up the big, boxy look of the F-150 in recent years and it is much better looking in my opinion than the soft-edged, melting-in-the-sun rounded look of the previous generation.
Its reputation for low cabin noise at speed has almost become a trademark of the F-150. I wish that there were some tie-downs mounted lower in the bed to allow better fastening of certain cargo, but this problem is not unique to Ford. Unlike other full-size trucks, it's hard to go wrong when selecting an engine. The F-150's tow ratings range from 6,100 pounds with the 3. The supercab 4 door is a terrible design. .
With the brake pedal pressed, sensors detect if the vehicle is on a slope and the system is automatically activated. When it works, it's great! In government crash tests, the 2012 Ford F-150 SuperCrew received an overall rating of four stars out of a possible five, with three stars for overall frontal impact protection and five stars for overall side-impact protection. A new feature, Hill Start Assist, helps keep the truck from rolling backward at a stop, making it easier to pull away when on a slope or hill, especially when towing. Every engine comes paired to a six-speed automatic transmission. By the end of my 370 mile drive, my actual fuel economy figure for the drive was 17. Overall, we like the truck, but don't use it much do to the very, very poor fuel economy.
Safety Four-wheel antilock disc brakes, stability control, trailer sway control and a full complement of airbags including front seat side and full-length side curtain are standard across the board. However, the area in which I was visiting had very few causes to stop so there was almost no stop and go driving during my test sessions in the South Hills area of Pittsburgh. Front seats are as comfy if not more comfy than a luxury car, love all the features. Buyers have a choice between two- and four-wheel drive on all versions of the F-150 except the Raptor, which has four-wheel drive as standard equipment. A 36-gallon fuel tank is standard on all four-wheel-drive F-150s with the turbocharged V6 engine.
Interior Design and Special Features The 2012 Ford F-150 SuperCrew is nearly as spacious for cargo and passengers as the cavernous Toyota CrewMax. Finally, the Sync system gains expanded capabilities AppLink for smartphones. The , and are formidable rivals for Ford, and all continue to push each other in offering more choices, features and power. The locking rear diff is very nice when pulling boat out of the water, or driving through mud. Does what I ask it plus more. It can be equipped to perform a variety of work- and recreation-related chores, and little details like tailgate steps, trailer sway control, box side steps and the Work Solutions options make life easier for its owner. With 365 horsepower at 5,000 rpm on regular fuel, the power curve is quite similar to a larger displacement engine.