Ford revealed the next generation 2009 F-150 design at Detroit's North American International Auto Show in January 2008. Development began under chief engineer Matt O'Leary in November 2003 under the code name "P-415", after P-221 production began in June 2003. General design work was done under Patrick Schiavone into late 2005, with further exterior changes taking place during late 2006 to the tailgate design and wheel lip arches during a development hiatus. The final design freeze later took place in early 2007.[3] Production of the series began in October 2008 at Ford's Kansas City Assembly Plant.[4] The truck features a larger and more flexible interior, an updated three-bar grille, and additional choices of cab styles and trim levels. The chassis includes lighter-weight, high-strength steel for better fuel economy and safety and improved payload and towing capacity. Three engines were initially offered with the 2009 redesign: a revised 5.4 L 3-valve Triton V8 that is E85 capable with an output rating of 320 hp (240 kW) and 395 lb·ft (536 N·m) of torque, a 292 hp (218 kW) 4.6 L 3-valve V8, and a 248 hp (185 kW) 4.6 L 2-valve V8. The 3-valve 5.4 and 4.6 liter V8s were mated to Ford's new 6R80E 6-speed automatic transmission while the 4R75E 4-speed automatic transmission used previously was carried over for the 2-valve 4.6 L V8. The 4.2 L OHV V6 engine, which was previously available, was dropped due to the closure of the Essex engine plant where it was produced.
A top-of-the-line Platinum edition F-150 replaced the Lincoln Mark LT truck.[5]However, this trim line is still sold as the Lincoln Mark LT in Mexico.
The 2009 Ford F-150 featured front-seat side impact airbags and Ford's Safety Canopy System for the first and second rows as head protection in the event of a side impact. It also featured Ford's exclusive ADVANCETRAC RSC (Roll Stability Control)--an electronic Stability control and anti-rollover safety feature also available in other Ford vehicles, from the Fusion to the Expedition. The manual transmission option was dropped in 2009, which was the last year when the Flareside box was available, and the last year when the 17" wheels for the FX4 trim level.
For 2010 the only box offered was Styleside, and the base wheels for FX4 were 18". The SuperCab with 5.5' box was dropped for all but the SVT Raptor models.
For the 2011 model year, an all-new engine lineup was offered. Two of the engines, a 3.7 L V6 and a 5.0 L V8, both based on the 2011 Ford Mustang engines, both offer E85 flex-fuel capability. The 6.2 L V8 used in the 2011 Ford Super Duty was made available with the F-150 Platinum, Lariat, SVT Raptor, and Harley Davidson editions. Finally, the 3.5 L direct-injected twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 was offered in the F-150 starting in early 2011. All engines were paired with a new six-speed automatic transmission (6R80).[6] Electric power-assisted steering was made available on all engines besides the 6.2. Since 2008, the Ford F-150 has towing and hauling capacity of 11,300 lbs and 3,060 lbs, respectively.
For 2012, the F-150 sported a ten-grade lineup (XL, STX, XLT, FX2, FX4, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, Harley-Davidson and SVT Raptor).
For 2013, the F-150 received minor changes such as 3 new grilles (replacing all 4 previous grilles), new optional 18, 20 and 22 inch wheels, Sync with MyFord,MyFord Touch navigation system, power folding and telescoping trailer tow mirrors, high-intensity discharge headlamps, 3 new color options ( Blue Jeans Metallic, Kodiak Brown Metallic and Ruby Red Clear-coat Metallic), new Alcantara seats in the FX Appearance Package, Black & Pecan Leather in Platinum, the return of the Limited model and the 6.2-liter V8 available in XLT, FX2, and FX4 (SuperCab and SuperCrew only).
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| Engine | Years | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 L (281 CID) 2V V8 | 2009–2010 | 248 hp (185 kW) @ 4750 rpm | 294 lb·ft (399 N·m) @ 4000 rpm |
| 4.6 L (281 CID) 3V V8 | 2009–2010 | 292 hp (218 kW) @ 5700 rpm | 320 lb·ft (430 N·m) @ 4000 rpm |
| 5.4 L (330 CID) 3V V8 | 2009-2010 | 320 hp (240 kW) @ 5000 rpm | 390 lb·ft (530 N·m) @ 3500 rpm |
| 3.7 L Ti-VCT V6 4V | 2011–Present | 302 hp (225 kW) @ 6500 rpm | 278 lb·ft (377 N·m) @ 4000 rpm |
| 5.0 L (302 CID) 4V V8 | 2011–Present | 360 hp (270 kW) @ 5500 rpm | 380 lb·ft (520 N·m) @ 4250 rpm |
| 3.5 L 4V Ecoboost V6 | 2011–Present | 365 hp (272 kW) @ 5000 rpm | 420 lb·ft (570 N·m) @ 2500 rpm |
| 6.2 L (379 CID) 2V V8 | 2010–Present | 411 hp (306 kW) @ 5500 rpm | 434 lb·ft (588 N·m) @ 4500 rpm [7] |
Ford originally planned to reintroduce the F-100, known internally as P525, as global replacement for Ford Ranger in 2010 or 2011,[8]but the plan was cancelled, instead offering EcoBoost engines for the F-150.
| Twelfth generation Ford F-150 | |
|---|---|
2009 F-150 XL SuperCrew
| |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Also called | Ford Lobo (Mexico) Ford F-250 (Venezuela) Lincoln Mark LT (Mexico, F-150 Platinum elsewhere) |
| Production | 2008–present |
| Assembly | Dearborn, Michigan, USA (Dearborn Truck) Kansas City, Missouri, USA (Kansas City Assembly) Valencia, Venezuela (Valencia Assembly) Cuautitlan, Mexico |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 2-door pickup 2+2 door extended-cab pickup 4-door crew-cab pickup Off-road truck (SVT Raptor) |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive |
| Platform | Ford P2 platform |
| Related | Ford F-150 SVT Raptor |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.5 L EcoBoost V6 3.7 L Ti-VCT V6 4.6 L (281 CID) 2V Modular V8 4.6 L (281 CID) 3V Modular V8 5.0 L (302 CID) Coyote V8 5.4 L (330 CID) 3V Modular V8 6.2 L (379 CID) 2V Boss V8 |
| Transmission | 4-speed 4R75E automatic 6-speed 6R80 automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | |
| Length | |
| Width | 2009–2011: 78.9 in (2,004 mm) 2012–present: 79.2 in (2,012 mm) SVT Raptor: 86.3 in (2,192 mm)[1] |
| Height | |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Ford F-Series eleventh generation(2004–2008) |
Safety[edit]
The F-150 comes standard with AdvanceTrac Electronic Stability Control, front and rear row side curtain airbags, and front row torso side airbags. In the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) crash tests the F-150 received the Good overall score in both front and side impact tests and was given the Top Safety Pick award.[10]
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) F150 crash test results:[11]
- Frontal Driver:
- Frontal Passenger:
- Side Driver:
- Side Rear Passenger:
- 2wd Rollover:
- 4wd Rollover:
Concepts[edit]
At the 2008 SEMA show, four 2009 Ford F-150s were unveiled: the F-150 Heavy Duty DEWALT Contractor, the FX-4 by X-Treme Toyz, the F-150 by Street Scene Equipment, and the Hi-Pa Drive F-150. The Heavy Duty DEWALT Contractor was built in a DeWalt theme. The FX-4, also called Fahrenheit F-150, was built for outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts. The Street Scene Equipment version is a lowered truck built with performance and style. The Hi-Pa Drive F-150 was powered by 4 electric in-wheel motors rated over 480 hp (360 kW) and over 375 ft·lbf (508 N·m) torque combined.
Ford SVT Raptor
The SVT Raptor entered showrooms in late 2009 as a dedicated off-roader. It debuted in 2010 and sales were much better than expected. It was powered by a 5.4 L (330 CID) engine, with a 6.2 L option. The 6.2 L (379 CID) engine has 411 horsepower (306 kW) and 434 ft·lbf (588 N·m) of torque.[7] The suggested retail price was $3000 over the 5.4 L model. A six-speed automatic is standard.[13] It has Fox Racing Shox internal bypass shocks with external reservoirs which allows for 11" of suspension travel in front, and 12" in the rear. It comes standard with 35" BFGoodrich All Terrain tires, and a rear Locking differential with a 4.10:1 gear ratio. Also, it is available in tuxedo black, oxford white, blue flame, and molten orange with a "digital mud" decal scheme as an option.[14] In April 2011, Ford sold 1,186 Raptors, outselling Honda's Ridgeline.[15] The first production Raptor, molten orange with the digital mud graphic, sold at an auction for $130,000. Ford donated all proceeds above the MSRP to charity. The race version, F-150 SVT Raptor R, was built for the Baja 1000 races. It uses a 6.2 L engine rated at 500 hp.[16]
For 2011, the SVT Raptor would be powered exclusively with the 6.2 L V8 as the only engine choice. Other notable changes to the 2011 SVT Raptor include availability in a 4-door Super Crew cab and a new color option Ingot Silver Metallic making the Raptor available in a total of five colors.[17]
2012 Raptors eliminated the open differential in the front end in favor of a Torsen helical gear limited slip differential.[18]
Body, frame, and features[edit]
From the A-pillar forward, the Raptor has a composite hood and fenders different from otherF-150s and is bereft of the blue oval badge in the grille. SVT widened the track by 7 inches, and so its 5.5-foot box is unique to the Raptor as well.[19] The Raptor's height is 2 inches over a standard 4-wheel drive Supercrew. It also features new, internal bypass shocks, designed by Fox Racing Shox.
The Raptor has new leaf springs and shocks, new front upper- and lower-A-arms, and a wider, thicker-walled rear axle. It's the first Ford with hill-descent control and comes with an electronic differential locker that lets the driver keep it locked at high speeds when the Raptor's Off Road Mode is engaged. Off Road Mode is a feature unique to the Raptor which allows more controlled, aggressive driving while in situations where increased traction and braking are necessary. The Raptor's Off Road Mode allows ABS, AdvanceTrac RSC(roll stability control) and traction control to be completely switched off giving the driver total control over the driving experience. Off Road Mode also changes the Raptor's throttle sensitivity and transmission shift points causing a more linear power and torque curve for low traction situations.
Towing capacity is up to 8,000 pounds with a 1,770-pound payload (SuperCrew only). Interior changes include high-bolster seats, a special steering wheel, a redesigned center console and auxiliary switches connected to pre-wired pass though leads allowing ease of aftermarket product installation. Ford originally promised a value price and a multi-year run—final pricing came in at $42,000.00 for 2010.
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