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The 2011 Ford F-150 is a fantastic truck for getting the job done. It offers a quiet ride that's still powerful, a nice interior that's both functional and pleasing, offers the latest electronics, and also practical design functions too, like the tailgate step. The F-150 was recently redesigned in 2009. The 2011 model receives major improvements to mechanical systems. Three new engines are offered in place of the old 4.6 and 5.4 liters. You can now choose from a 3.7-liter V-6, a 5.0-liter V-8 and the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6. If you liked the 6.2-liter V-8 offered last model year on the Raptor trim level, you can still get it, by opting for the Harley-Davidson, King Ranch or Platinum trim levels. The Ford F-150 has been the best-selling truck in the U.S. for over 30 years. It has great towing and hauling capabilities and is pretty reliable too. In addition to the favorite selling points of the past it offers some great features including Ford's Sync, a flat rear floor, and roomy crew cabs.

Driving the 2011 Ford F-150

The 2011 Ford F-150 offers solid handling dynamics, even for a full-sized truck. It offers a good ride and a quiet cabin. Additionally, the new engine offerings mean that any criticisms of Ford's performance in the past no longer apply. 

'11 Ford F-150 Exterior

There aren't too many changes to the outside of the Ford F-150 for this model year. Trim levels get their own unique grille treatment. Other features include a pull out step used when the tailgate hinges down and the step that pops out of the rocker panel at the rear wheel. This will help when you're trying to arrange tie-down cleats along the length of the truck. Other exterior features include a reverse-sensing and backup camera, a telescoping tow mirror, a capless fuel-filler system, running boards or tubular side steps, and two-tone paint (some models).

Inside the 2011 F-150

The inside of the 2011 Ford F-150 is comfortable and spacious. With seating for four people, or up to six if you must. Even adults sitting in the back seat will find plenty of leg room and a seat that's comfortable, thanks to the slightly reclining angle of the seat. You'll also find that the materials used inside are of a good quality. New interior features for the Super Duty include a rehashed instrument cluster, and telescoping steering wheel. Additionally you'll also find a locking center storage console big enough for laptop computers and ridges for hanging file folders. Other interior features include: lumbar support; heated seats; 57.6 cubic feet of cargo room with the backseat flipped up; USB port; and MP3 jack. Safety features include: head restraints; dual-stage front airbags; front seatbelt pretensioners; front airbags; side curtain airbags; antilock brakes; Roll Stability Control; electronic stability; and traction control.

2011 Ford F-150 Lineup

The 2011 Ford F-150 is available in three body styles and 10 trim levels. Body styles include the regular cab available with either a 6.5 foot or 8 foot cargo bed, extended cab (called the SuperCab) available with either the 6.5, or 8 or a 5.5-foot cargo bed, and the crew cab (also known as the SuperCrew), which comes with either the 5.5-foot cargo bed or the 6.5 foot version.

Trim levels for the 2011 Ford F-150 include the XL, STX, XLT, FX2/FX4, Lariat, Lariat Limited, King Ranch, Platinum, Harley-Davidson, or the SVT Raptor.

Opt for the XL and you'll get 17-inch steel wheels, AM/FM radio, vinyl seats, and air conditioning. The STX adds cloth seating, upgraded sound system with CD and auxiliary jack, body-color trims, and cruise control. Opt for the XLT and you'll add fog lamps, full power accessories, exterior chrome trim, and upgraded cloth on the inside.

Step up to the FX2 (two-wheel drive) and the FX4 (four-wheel drive) and you'll get 18-inch wheels, a towing package, front bucket seats, auto-dimming rearview mirror, trip computer, satellite radio, black-framed headlights and taillights, six-way power driver's seat, Sync, and a 110-volt power outlet.

The Lariat trim level includes leather, power-adjustable pedals, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated eight-way power driver and passenger seats, power-adjustable lumbar, and a power-sliding rear window.

If you choose the King Ranch, Harley-Davidson or the Lariat Limited you'll get everything in the Lariat plus specialized interior and exterior trim and wheels. Depending on which you opt for you may also garner features like heated/ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, and power-folding mirrors.

The SVT Raptor is the off-road version of the Ford F-150. It has a 6.2-liter V-8 engine, suspension with wider front and rear tracks, special shock absorbers, special off-road tires, sports seats, unique exterior and interior styling, and an electronically locking rear differential.

Other important features include the Work Solutions option, which includes an in-dash computer with Internet access, Tool Link (you can keep track of the tools in your toolbox by radio-frequency tracking), and the Midbox lockable storage system. Other available options include rear parking sensors and rearview camera, cargo management system, trailer brake controller, sunroof, rear-seat entertainment system, and a hard-drive-based navigation system with Sirius Travel Link.

Conclusions

The F-150 has been the recipient of many awards over the years. It delivers great value for the money and offers a ton of useful features to help owners get the job done. This year's engine offerings make the F-150 that much better. It remains king of the hill. Keep up-to-date on the latest new regarding this vehicle by visiting the official Ford F-150 website.