March / April 2008
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FORD F-150
More than 1,000 Ford engineers, designers, researchers and others worked together to develop the new 2009 F-150. The team drew inspiration by listening to Ford’s large customer base.
A new high-strength, lighter-weight chassis is the backbone that allows this tough truck to deliver more horsepower, better fuel economy and safety, and additional towing and payload capacity. The fully boxed frame, constructed with hydro-formed and high strength steel side rails delivers 10 percent more torsional rigidity, which delivers increased durability and safety. The sturdy chassis also paved the way for the new 2009 F-150 to improve upon the current model’s towing and hauling capability across all cab configurations. Thanks to the strength of the frame and comprehensive package of standard safety equipment, including side-curtain air bags, the new F-150 is engineered to earn top safety ratings from the U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
largest producer of quality The new F-150 offers segment-first, standard, AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control) and Trailer Sway Control. A Rearview Camera Assist is available, as well as Integrated Trailer Brake Controller, a segment-first on light-duty pickups.
The interior of the new 2009 F-150 SuperCrew offers more usable space for moving more people and gear thanks to a six-inch stretch that improves rear seat legroom and cargo capacity. A mechanically articulated second-row seat flips up and out of the way. Combined with a truly flat load floor, the feature gives the new SuperCrew 1,631 litres (57.6 cubic feet) of space behind the front seats and can accommodate items up to 122 cm (47.9 inches) tall.
With three cab styles, four box options and seven unique trim levels, the F-150 comes in 35 different configurations to meet the widest range of customer needs and wants – all delivered with quality.
Customers can choose from the no-fuss XL workhorse to the sporty STX and off-road capable FX4, to the mid-range XLT. For those looking for tough luxury, Ford offers the high-end Lariat and King Ranch F-150 models.
New for the 2009 F-150 is the Platinum series (shown here), the most luxurious F-150 ever. The new F-150 will be powered by three modern V-8 engines, mated to either a 4-speed or a new fuel-efficient 6-speed automatic transmission. The engines include: 5.4-litre, 3-valve Triton V-8; 4.6-litre, 3-valve V-8, which is new for F-150; and 4.6-litre, 2-valve V-8. Both the 5.4-litre and 4.6-litre engines utilize open valve injection which improves the flow of fuel into the combustion chamber, resulting in increased horsepower during towing and reduced emissions. Diesel and EcoBoost gas turbo direct injection engines are planned for F-150 in 2010 as well.
More than 30 storage areas are built into the interior, ranging from a bin on the top of the instrument panel to a number of small spaces designed to accommodate items like cell phones, MP3 players, PDAs and gate access cards.
The F-150’s pickup box is made easier to use, more flexible and accessible with such new features as Ford’s industry-exclusive Tailgate and Box Side Steps, Stow-able Bed Extender and Cargo Management System.
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