I noticed in the spy pics that the 2021 Raptor will get five-link independent rear suspension and the article says that it "improved underbody clearance, articulation, and suspension travel relative to leaf springs. They also offer more in the way of ride and handling tuning, meaning the 2021...
Agreed. The GT500 V8 engine's extra 200 lb-ft of torque (625 lb-ft on GT500 vs 429 lb-ft on GT350) will be a world of difference on the F150.
I just hope it actually happens!
So this is the top of the line rumored 12 inch screen right?
Much better sideways orientation than vertical and thin like the Ram 12" display. More natural to read and use when the screen is horizontal.
Yep, it's listed in the VIN decoder as a "HEV" and not "PHEV."
People are making a big deal out of Car and Driver's estimate of 10 miles electric range but I think they're just guessing. Fact that they got the PHEV (instead of HEV) info wrong doesn't help their credibility.
Folds down the whole shifter to get it out of the way... for more space and flatter area between the front seats.
This interior is a very nice upgrade to the 13th gen interior. More differences here than on the exterior so far.
Hard to tell since the differences are mostly in the tech and interior but I'm going to guess this is the Lariat because of the bigger wheels. The 2020 XLT has 17" and Lariat has 18". These look like 18's to me.
Wow didn't realize the Aviator hybrid hit 495hp. I remember when Lincoln originally estimated about 450hp. Good call on the 500hp, I think it could actually happen and would make a huge splash for the hybrid F150.
No real surprises here but interesting to see that the PHEV hybrid F-150 will get a 3.5L. Probably the same V6 base engine from the current F-150 which makes 375 hp. The Hybrid F-150 will probably be 400+ HP then.
Interesting history info, never knew that it was ever available on pickups. With four wheel steering being pretty common option now (you can get it multiple models by Acura, Lexus, BMW, Porsche), I don't think it'll be too pricey an option.
A dealer just posted this today about the upcoming Mach-E EV: Mach-E order bank opens May 11, 2020.
So if that's any indication it sounds like the Mach-E is on schedule at least. Granted it starts production later than the 2021 F-150.
That's a great looking evolutionary update for the 2021 model. Best part for me are he revised lights. Never warmed up to the current ones.
I'll take the Raptor F-150 in Lead Foot please :D
Interesting to know, thanks. Do you know if EV's count towards meeting CAFE standards? Maybe having the electric F-150 coming is helping keep trims like RCSB which hurt CAFE ratings.