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Ford F-Series F-100/F-150 F-Series F-150 XIV Regular Cab (facelift 2023) 5.0 V8 (400 Hp) 4x4 SelectShift
Overall Rating
Ford F-Series F-100/F-150:
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F-Series F-150 XIV Regular Cab (facelift 2023) Overview:
Ford F-Series F-100/F-150 (F-Series F-150 XIV Regular Cab (facelift 2023)). With 556 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2111 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 3 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.0 V8 (400 Hp) 4x4 SelectShift Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Excellent performance with 400 Hp from the Coyote V8, providing strong acceleration and ample power for towing and hauling, especially with 4x4 capability.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption of 12.4 l/100 km (combined) is reasonable for a full-size 4x4 V8 pickup, though it remains a significant operating cost.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and reliable 5.0L Coyote V8 engine
- • Excellent towing and hauling capabilities
- • Comfortable and well-appointed interior for a pickup
- • Advanced 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission
- • Refreshed styling and updated technology for 2023
Cons:
- • Fuel consumption, while reasonable for a V8 truck, can be high
- • Large dimensions can be challenging in urban environments and parking
- • Higher purchase price for V8 and 4x4 configurations
- • Regular Cab offers limited interior space beyond front occupants
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(F-Series F-150 VII SuperCab: September, 1979 - 1981).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | F-Series F-100/F-150 |
| Generation: | F-Series F-150 XIV Regular Cab (facelift 2023) |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.0 V8 (400 Hp) 4x4 SelectShift |
| Start of production: | September, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 3 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 400 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 79.4 Hp/l [119mm less] |
| Torque: | 556 Nm @ 4250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Coyote More details about the engine Coyote |
| Engine displacement: | 5038 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection and Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, Ti-VCT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.33 l |
| Coolant: | 12.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 12:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.3 kg/Hp, 189.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.8 kg/Nm, 263.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2111 |
| Max. weight: | 2926 |
| Max load: | 815 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1764 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 4264 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 136 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 23.3° |
| Length: | 5319 mm mm [119mm less] |
| Width: | 2029 mm mm [251mm more] |
| Height: | 1953 mm mm [162mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3119 mm mm [407mm less] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2123 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2431 mm |
| Front track: | 1725 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1735 mm |
| Front overhang: | 950 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1250 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 249 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.6 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 23.7° |
| Departure angle: | 22° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | SelectShift |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 350x34 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 336x20 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/70 R17; 265/70 R17; 265/60 R18; 265/70 R18; 275/65 R18; 275/60 R20; 275/50 R22 |
| Wheel rims size | 17; 18; 20; 22 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Leaf spring |
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