Short of being entirely redesigned, the 2010 Ford F150 has been improved in a lot of aspects. Still the best selling truck in America, the F150 remains a relatively inexpensive pickup that can compete with the more expensive Chevy Silverado. Offered in a great selection of body styles, trim packages, and available engines there is practically a model to suit everybody. A new concept for these trucks is storage areas located on the actual body, not just inside the bed or cab. Interior cab improvements have made this truck very user friendly.
Three different cabin sizes, along with three bed lengths are available for the 2010 Ford F150. Regular cab, extended cab, and crew cab are the cab options. Regular cabs only offer front bench or bucket seats, with minimal space in the back. Extended cabs offer the same front row options, with rear bench seats that fold down. For optimal room behind the front seat(s) there is the crew cab. These styles come with 4 doors and a rear seat that is more than comfortable for full size adults. If there are no passengers, the rear seat on crew cab models folds down as well giving way to more cargo space. Each cab is larger than on previous models
Trim packages available include the XL, XLT, FX4, SVT Raptor, and Platinum. XL models are the basic work trucks of this lineup. They are offered with limited accessories including power windows and locks, AC, and a AM/FM stereo. At a relatively low price, the XL is designed for consumers looking for a capable work truck that doesn't cost a fortune because extra unnecessary options. The XLT models are the middle of the road package. Coming in a wide selection of colors and interior fabrics, they have enough accessories to make the ride enjoyable, while retaining a basic level of pricing.
Off road packages come with standard raised bodies, enhanced suspension systems, and a lot of available options. Each FX4 can be customized either in a basic manner, or with CD players, user friendly dashboards, upscale upholstery and enhanced wheels. SVT Raptor packages have been designed to be unique styled trucks. They come with distinctive body styling, and high customizable interiors. Platinum edition trucks come with just about every additional option imaginable. Except for the off road package that comes standard with 4 wheel drive, all high-end models can be outfitted for street or off road performance.
Engines offered for 2010 Ford F150 models include a 4.6 liter V-6, 5.4 liter V-8, and a 6.2 liter V-8 on high end models. Basic models without 4 wheel drive will be equipped with the 4.6 liter engine. Standard mid-level trucks will have the 5.4 liter, while performance engineered models will have the 6.2 liter V-8.
Fuel consumption varies greatly depending upon which model and engine a consumer buys. V-6 models will range from 15 to 21 mpg fuel economy, while the larger V-8 will only get 12-17 mpg. The smaller engines are more in line with the fuel consumption of competitors like the Chevy Silverado, although Chevy is slightly better.
Ford's aggressive new approach for the '10 lineup of F150 pickups has made them an even more impressive series. The great assortment of high end models will please even the harshest truck critics, while basic models offer enough class and performance to be worthy as well. The Chevy Silverado still remains a tough competitor and beats the F150 in many categories, though the 2010 Dodge Ram will have a hard time competing with these trucks. All in all, consumers should be more than happy purchasing one of these half ton pickups.
