The 2011 Ford F-Series, America's best-selling truck for 33 years running, now comes equipped with an all-new powertrain lineup that will deliver best-in-class horsepower, torque and projected fuel-economy leadership.
Including the 3.5-liter EcoBoost, a total of four new powertrains are available in the 2011 F-150. Each new engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Another fuel saver is the addition of class-exclusive Electric Power-Assisted Steering to the 3.7-liter V6, 5.0-liter V8 and 3.5-liter EcoBoost powertrains.
The wide range of powertrain options is complemented by the greater variety of offerings in the 2011 F-150, as well as the expanded content. A 4.2-inch LCD message center and larger in-mirror rearview camera screen are among the new customer conveniences available.
Here are the highlights of each new engine:
-- 3.7-liter V6: Best-in-class 302 horsepower at 6,500 rpm; Unsurpassed 278 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm; Projected best-in-class fuel economy; Best-in-class 6,100 pounds maximum trailer towing.
-- 5.0-liter V8: Best-in-class 360 horsepower at 5,500 rpm; Best-in-class 380 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,250 rpm; Best-in-class 10,000 pounds maximum trailer towing.
-- 6.2-liter V8: Best-in-class 411 horsepower at 5,500 rpm; Best-in-class 434 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,500 rpm; Best-in-class 11,300 pounds maximum trailer towing.
--3.5-liter EcoBoost: 365 horsepower at 5,000 rpm on regular fuel; Best-in-class 420 lb.-ft. of torque at 2,500 rpm; Up to 90 percent of peak torque available from 1,700 rpm to 5,000 rpm; Best-in-class 11,300 pounds maximum trailer towing; Best-in-class 3,060 pounds payload.
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