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The F-150 has some exciting changes for the 2021 model year. Ford gave it a top to bottom update, with over 90 percent of it new or changed. The most significant update is the addition of a hybrid powertrain with Pro Power Onboard. It also has new frame reinforcements, updated tech features, and more safety technology than ever. Ford even added some new features aimed at helping you get work done while out on a job site. Take a look at what’s new for the 2021 Ford F-150.
The Hybrid F-150
Along with the gas and diesel powertrains, the 2021 F-150 will also have a hybrid version. The hybrid system will use a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V-6 gas engine and a 35 KW electric motor. A 1.5 kWh lithium-ion battery sits under the rear seat, so it doesn’t take up space in the cabin. This system will tow up to 12,000 pounds, and it’s expected to get a 700-mile driving range. Ford will offer it with any of the trim levels.
Pro Power Onboard
The other big change for the F-150 is Pro Power Onboard. This is an inverter that serves as a generator. A 2.0 KW unit will come with the 2.7-liter, 3.5-liter, and 5.0-liter gas engines, with a 2.4-KW inverter for the hybrid. The 2.4 KW inverter will deliver 20 amps of 110-volt electricity to power anything from a refrigerator at a campsite to a whole job site of power tools. Even when parked, the 2021 F-150 can serve as a mobile generator.
The Interior Work Surface
Anyone who uses their F-150 on the job will appreciate the new Work Surface. It’s the perfect size to fit a 15-inch laptop, or you can use it for writing and signing contract papers. If your truck serves as your breakroom, you can use the Work Surface to hold lunch for you and your partner. This feature is an available option for all trims, and you can get it with both the bench seat and captain’s chair configurations. When you’re done using it, it neatly folds down into the center console and out of the way with just the push of a button.
Max Recline Seats
We spend a lot of time in our vehicles, and Ford wants to make sure you can get comfortable if you need to take a break. The new Max Recline Seats come as an option for the King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited trims, and fold down flat to almost 180 degrees. The bottom cushion even rises to meet the back cushion for maximum lower back support.
12-Inch Touch Screen
You’ll clearly see everything on the 12-inch touch screen that comes standard in the XLT and above. It has split-screen capabilities and allows you to control multiple functions simultaneously, and the landscape design fits perfectly in the dash.
The 2021 Ford F-150 gives buyers a lot to talk about. The changes add more power, functionality, and more convenience to make your truck a home away from home or a workspace on wheels.
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