Ford has carved the F-150 to be one of the most versatile trucks out there. For 2021, things have gotten better with the F-150 being offered in 6 vibrant powertrain options including a new hybrid F-150 and 3 configurations of varying bed and cabin sizes, The Tremor package that adds heightened off-roading prowess to the already flexible pick-up truck has also been trickled down from the likes of Ford F-250 and F-350s.
That's not all, as the 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor takes its performance appeal up a notch, and has even given the likes of RAM to bring forth the 1500 TRX to make it a fair play. Ford has also given the 2021 F-150 a notable aesthetic update to go along with its refreshed powertrain and package appeal. It gets a refreshed front and rear fascia with new paint options as well.
The load-carrying capability, as well as the MPG figures of the humble F-150, has also gone up for 2021 because of various updates. The plethora of engine options make it a flexible workhorse, but at the same time is quite comfy thanks to the cozy and tech-laden interior layout. The 2021 Ford F-150 continues to lock horns with the likes of the RAM 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and the Chevy Silverado 1500.
The 2021 Ford F-150 is a well-rounded package when it comes to performance, capabilities, and even comfort. But the new Tremor package is what turns out to be the coolest this year.
A Brief On The 2021 Ford F-150's Trims And Powertrain Options
The 2021 Ford F-150 is offered in a total of 6 trims that also reciprocates in terms of the powertrain options. With 6 powerful engines to choose from that have a well-balanced performance curve, the 2021 F-150 has managed to turn out to be a people's pleaser. The engine options range from a humble 290 hp 3.3L Naturally Aspirated V6 to a 400 hp 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 that happens to be quite efficient. It also comes with a 250 hp 3.0L Turbo V6 diesel that adds an extra leg to its flexible capabilities.
The 2021 F-150 comes with a choice of 5 ICE options - 4 gasoline and 1 diesel. But the newest addition this year that adds to both its performance and MPG figures is a 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 motor coupled to a 35 kW electric motor. This setup churns out a total of 430 hp and 570 lb-ft with the electric part pumping 47 horses alone.
The highlighting feature is its added MPG rating that has gone up by 4 MPG as compared to the gasoline-only V6. Morover, practicality has also increased with the electric motor juicing up the F-150's inbuilt electric generator that can be used to juice up various work tools and even small home appliances.
Subtle Changes Add Up To Give The 2021 F-150 A Refreshed Exterior
The exterior flaunts a refreshed layout with tweaked front and rear fascia. The 2021 F-150 gets a new grille design, tweaked LED lighting layout, and added distinctive exterior cues with the Tremor package, and brings the standard F-150 closer to the F-150 Raptor. But the overall layout remains unchanged and is reminiscent of the brawny truck layout with a chunky and muscular form factor as we know of. The LED lighting adds a pinch of plushness to this brawn.
Across the trims, it is also the grille that turns out to be the deciding factor to distinguish between the lot. The exterior is clean yet brawny and it goes on well with its load-carrying capabilities. The towing capacity of the 2021 Ford F-150 ranges from 12,100 - 14,000 pounds and the payload capacity ranges from 1840 - 3250 pounds.
2021 Ford F-150 Interior Is A Well-Balanced Layout Of Comfort And Practicality
The 2021 Ford F-150's interior gets a notable upgrade. It adds more premium upholstery materials to tackle the likes of the RAM 1500. Convenience has been given the front seat in the F-150's cabin and it gets a lot of space-saving features to make things easy. All the seats are well-padded and the 2nd-row seating in the crew cab is quite roomy. In terms of infotainment layout, an 8-inch touchscreen unit comes in as standard with an optional 12-inch in the list. Both are powered by the Ford SYNC 4 interface that has grown notably in terms of features and ease of usability.
Tremor Package Is The Coolest New Feature Of The 2021 Ford F-150 That Makes It Brawnier And Versatile
Ford has always strived to make the F-150 a usable work-horse. It was only with the F-150 Raptor that we could have some fun. In the standard F-150, with the addition of the new hybrid motor, Ford has strengthened its practical aspect. But amid all this usable approach, Ford managed to slide in a fun factor that even the standard F-150 owners can enjoy.
The coolest new addition for 2021 in the F-150 is the brawny off-roading centric Tremor package. This package was first introduced in the Super Duty options of F-250 and F-350 before finally trickling down to the F-150 in 2021. Off-roading is the focus here along with cool looks and the Tremor package includes 33-inch General Grabber all-terrain tires (that also add to the aesthetic appeal), rear locking differential as standard, and an optional Torsen limited-slip differential.
The ride height has been increased because of an upgraded suspension setup that adds to increased travel, approach, breakover, and departure angles. To make the most of these mechanical changes, technology has been bumped up with features like Trail Control, One-Pedal Drive, and Trail Turn Assist. Ruggedness continues in terms of looks with distinctive paint job options layered with orange highlights and sporty looking front grille. This also happens to be the best feature you can point at in the 2021 Ford F-150.
Sources: Ford.com, Media.ford.com, Caranddriver.com, Autoblog.com