Ford F-150
Overall Score - 8.2 (Very Good)
The F-150 delivers smooth handling and a comfortable, accommodating cab, but can't match the power or inspired exterior styling of others in its class. If you're in the market for a full-size pickup, also consider the Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
The 2007 Ford F-150, reviewers find, is a solid, capable pickup truck that offers a nice ride and a comfortable interior. The Boston Globe calls it "a utilitarian truck that can go to the construction site, haul plenty of lumber for weekend projects, beat its way through bad weather and rough terrain, but also provide a family of six with all the comforts of a luxury SUV." AutoWeek looks at the F-150's "smooth power, solid, quiet and comfortable ride, instant brake response and superb interior," and deems it "the best truck for the masses." Kelley Blue Book focuses on the truck's crossover appeal, writing, "If you're a pickup-truck kind of person to begin with, but your spouse is not, this truck could very well win him or her over."
Consumer Guide names the F-150 a recommended pick, saying, "This Ford earns its Recommended label for passenger room, refinement, and on-road composure." In a five-way comparison, however, Car and Driver places the F-150 fifth, behind the Dodge Ram, Toyota Tundra, Nissan Titan and Chevrolet Silverado, explaining, "This truck feels heavy" and calling it "hindmost in acceleration."
The F-150 is available with three different engines -- a 4.2-liter V6, a 4.6-liter V8 or a 5.4-liter V8; three different bed lengths -- 5.5, 6.5 or eight feet, and six different trim levels -- XL, STX, XLT, FX2/FX4, Lariat and King Ranch. A special edition Harley Davidson model is also available. It can also be ordered with rear- or four-wheel drive. Value ratings from IntelliChoice depend on all of these factors and vary widely, though most ratings are near or below "Average" for predicted five-year cost of ownership compared to others in its class.
F-150 Performance - 8.1 (Very Good)
The Ford F-150 has decent power that's somewhat hindered by the truck's weight, but what really impresses reviewers about its performance is its smooth ride. U.S. News auto reviewer Rick Newman says, "It's no Mercedes, to be sure, but the F-150's highway ride is almost carlike, with very little of the springy bouncing that's typical in some trucks." continue
F-150 Exterior - 7.4 (Good)
Reviewers judge the exterior styling of the F-150 to be more refined than some of its competitors, if a bit staid. The Los Angeles Times opines, "Suburban cowboys will appreciate the sophisticated, Explorer-like exterior styling," saying the truck "hasn't a trace of the bruised-knuckle machismo of the Dodge Ram." continue
F-150 Interior - 7.4 (Good)
While the F-150's many styles and trim levels mean that impressions of its interior can vary widely, reviews are generally positive. Kelley Blue Book writes, "The F-150's interior is as close to car-like as you'll find in any pickup," with high end models raising "the bar on the plush pickup concept." continue
F-150 Safety - NA
The Ford F-150 comes with the safety features expected of trucks in its class, but lacks side air bags. It receives good scores in government crash tests, earning 5 out of 5 stars for frontal crash protection and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover avoidance. continue
F-150 Reliability - 9.0 (Excellent)
The 2007 Ford F-150 reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The 2007 Ford F-150 has a three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty. continue