2023 Ford F150 XLT... This truck rocks!

[@therealmccoy5670]

I recently bought a 2023 FORD XLT with a black appearance package. Great video, one of my favorites.

[@therealmccoy5670]

Color Silver FX4 Sport

[@CarsWithSteve]

I've had a few other people mention they grabbed the black appearance pack with silver. It looks great in pics! Is it your first F150?

[@josipdolic6391]

Honestly Steve your reviews are so good that if someone is interested in say xlt in this case,there’s no need to look for more info around One can know exactly what he wants and needs after watching this 👏🏻great job

[@CarsWithSteve]

Appreciate that Josip, glad you find them so helpful!

[@joelegenza7642]

False. He leaves options out.

[@gladegoodrich2297]

Auto dealer for 30 years. Sold thousands of trucks and have driven most of them. My new F150 only has 30k on it but so far the best truck I have ever owned. Put a leveling kit and some agressive tires and still getting 22+ mpg. If your going to buy one get the 2.7 and not the 3.5.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Great to hear from a dealer with that much experience! I think for most that aren't towing the 2.7L definitely makes the most sense too

[@loneranger1536]

I just bought a 2023 Ford XLT 2.7 L Ecoboost with the 10 speed transmission, it drives very smooth. It has very good acceleration and lots of power. You don't need a big engine. It drives great. Lots of technology in it. I'm still trying to learn how to use it.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Good to know you're enjoying it! I think for people that want a truck just for having a truck the 2.7L is a good option. There's a lot of tech in these things.. check these other videos out: XLT Steering Wheel and Cluster: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIXIpmabatmFgJI Sync4 Media Screen: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHnLaqewbZyXh6s

[@loneranger1536]

@@CarsWithSteve Thanks for replying Steve, I appreciate it. My truck is Carbonized Grey with the 18" rims. I wanted 20" rims and the moon roof. Oh well I still love my truck.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Nice build! The 20” wheels are pretty popular but you could probably find someone selling them off their truck. Glad you’re enjoying the new ride!

[@mrdemare777]

​@Lone Ranger is it worth the 60k??? Im thinking about getting me 1 but they seem a little on the expensive side

[@michellejohnson6441]

I love mine ❤

[@mstewpie]

I just purchased a 2023 Ford F-150 XLT 4WD 302a w/3.5L EcoBoost engine, that's why I watched this video, to see if I could learn anything additional.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Hopefully it taught you a few things! Check out these other videos on some of the tech: Steering wheel and clutser: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIXIpmabatmFgJI Sync4 Infotainment: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHnLaqewbZyXh6s

[@chadgardnerdds3197]

Just replaced my wife and daughter’s over aspirated twin turbo cars with naturally aspirated V8’s, looking to do the same for my son. Idk how it compares, but I put my 1993 F-150 302 V8 through Hades for 11 years and the only problems it gave me were my fault. I’m getting V8s for everyone before they are gone forever.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Nice, did you replace your wife and daughters cars with trucks? The Coyote is definitely a well built engine and is still popular. Can't see this going away anytime soon, maybe another 10 years before the F150 is only electric

[@chadgardnerdds3197]

@@CarsWithSteve They didn’t want a truck so I went with the naturally aspirated V8 in 2 Lexus (Toyota) sedans. Wife bought an AMG Mercedes sports car with twin turbos after someone hit her Expedition Jan. ‘20. Daughter came home from college and stole it, left her Mustang with 118k miles and zero problems, so my wife traded it for the last Mercedes AMG in the state as everything was shutting down. Both of the over compressed AMG 2.0L’s have cracked the heads and kept problems. I told her she was screwing up buying such small engines with that much air being forced into them, but I can’t tell her hell is hot. My 16y/o son has been driving a 2016 F250 I bought with 102k miles on it when he was 14. (Live in rural Louisiana, so as long as kids can drive, everyone allows it) He’s got it up to 194k miles and no problems except the stuff he has created with his 6” lift, 37” Super Swamper tires, spacers and driving it into duck hunting holes people are afraid to take an ATV into. And flooring the pedal EVERY time he leaves the house after he tuned and deleted it watching KZbin, making it “roll coal.” Brake pads or full brake jobs often, U joints, tie rods, etc. His buddies are starting to get nice, new trucks, so he has decided to park the old truck at the hunting camp and he wants an F150. I told when he finds one with a V8, I’d get it. He wants a King Ranch or hi level Tremor. He has $55k saved up from guiding duck hunts and managing the irrigation on the farm he guides hunts on. The farmer said “he actually listens to me, I don’t have to worry if a field is gonna get watered and I’ve cut record beans & corn the 3 years he’s been here.” Gave him a $32k after-tax bonus in December. Told him I’d finance the rest as a write off through my practice, but he can’t find one.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Those V8's are great! Haven't been behind the wheel of an AMG yet but have heard nothing but mixed things. Have your son put in a factory order for the Tremor or King Ranch. It might take 4 - 6 months at most to get here but he'd at least get exactly what he's after!

[@brandonmacon3317]

​@@CarsWithSteveyea no electric ⚡

[@lin-ray]

DASH CAM GIVEAWAY? I'm in! Just bought a 2023 F-150XL and . . . I'm Loving It! Oh yeah

[@CarsWithSteve]

😉 announcing soon! Great about the truck, first time in an F150?

[@lin-ray]

@@CarsWithSteve Dodge Ram Laramie to 2018 Mustang to 2023 F-150. Once ya have a truck . . . ya gotta have a truck. lol

[@CarsWithSteve]

Bit of a change over there from truck to coupe and back! Missing the Mustang at all?

[@thegrapevine10]

I like my 2018 XLT Supercrew Sport 4x4. i bought all JL Audio, Stealthbox 2 12's C2 components speakers, amplifiers, Kenwood double din, and an oil catch can. Im trying to save up for a Mishimoto Intercooler kit, tuner kit, Roush CAI, tires and wheels, and a BDS lift kit, but I'm not sure how high and also maybe electric running boards.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Wow those are all great upgrades! The intercooler and tune are great touches. Are you planning on putting together any videos on the process?

[@thegrapevine10]

@@CarsWithSteve I really should but I'll probably forget and remember after it's done lol

[@CarsWithSteve]

haha been there before. Good luck with the mods!

[@thegrapevine10]

@@CarsWithSteve thanks 👍

[@brandonmacon3317]

I thought that heritage package was hideous at first.... But i fukn love it now. Looks good 👍

[@CarsWithSteve]

It's funny how these funky designs can grow on us. I'm liking the Bronco Heritage look and the new Bronco Sport Free Wheeling is a bit wild

[@jameswallace3226]

You forgot to mention the 5.0 engine.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Didn't mention it under the hood - but the graphic that pops up shows the horsepower/torque for the 5.0L. Good catch!

[@williamminer540]

Currently driving a 2018 F 150 XLT 302a 5.0L V8 Supercab. 2023 w/same config on order.

[@CarsWithSteve]

That Coyote is a great engine! Is it a daily driver, are you towing much with it?

[@williamminer540]

@@CarsWithSteve I'm retired so not daily. I occasionally tow. I have a small Triton utility and an all-aluminum enclosed Proline toy hauler. Trailer is about 2400 pounds. the Indian and my camping gear can bring it up to about 4000 pounds.

[@CarsWithSteve]

That 5.0L has zero issues with that weight. What are some good spots you've taken the trailer for camping?

[@elliotriddle9051]

I respect this guy

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Elliot

[@oliviernahmias9112]

I really Appreciate your full detailed and personable review

[@CarsWithSteve]

Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for the kind words!

[@oliviernahmias9112]

@@CarsWithSteve your welcome

[@blunt1997]

I have a 2021 f150 XLT that can really use a dash cam!!! 😂👍🏾

[@CarsWithSteve]

Haha they're so useful! I've been running one for the last few months and find it keeps me in check a bit more when I drive now too

[@blunt1997]

@@CarsWithSteve when are you having the giveaway?

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@blunt1997 next one is planned for 25k subs but I may announce something sooner

[@anibalbermudezramos9319]

El mejor video sobre el modelo XLT 23'

[@CarsWithSteve]

Gracias mi amigo

[@FAlvarez4]

Cool video. Yes sir, I bought a 22 XLT black appearance package. 👍🏽

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks FJ! Nice truck, which color did you go with?

[@alicepooper8562]

Great review one important thing to add is how to turn off stability control if you get stuck you have to turn that off to allow your tires to spin

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Alice! Great recommendation on including the stability/traction control. I'll have to cover that off in a winter driving video

[@garybyrne2605]

Very good info, thank you.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Gary, glad you found it helpful!

[@josipdolic6391]

New sub lol 2022 xlt 302 here

[@Klperformance68]

Don’t care about the MPG it’s a big truck! Gotta upgrade the tires. I prefer the FX4 with the skid plates and the rock crawl mode as well as locking rear differential. As well as git rid of the active front air dam! Now it looks like a capable truck!🇺🇸

[@CarsWithSteve]

Good upgrades! What do you think of the Tremor and Raptor?

[@Klperformance68]

@@CarsWithSteve on the lot both, way overpriced! A base F150 with FX4 will be plenty for average truck owners off road excursion. The Raptor is a sand dune jumper and Baja truck! Looks badass & I’d have one if I were a millionaire lol!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Haha that's probably the one time I'd look at the Raptor too. I don't think I'd want to take it off-road if I wasn't a millionaire

[@GiganticRooster-kn2lj]

When did Ford add rock crawl to the FX4?

[@Klperformance68]

@@GiganticRooster-kn2lj back in ‘21

[@tonymakalinaw1267]

Very complete and informative video! 👍.. (though it would sound way more professional if you could lose the “up-speak” inflection)

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Tony! I actually went to a speech counsellor last year and was able to cut that out. There are always ways to get better

[@Danteburnett]

That voice craxk was solid, great review!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Haha thanks!

[@gonefishinginyoutube]

I could use a dash camera for my truck. You just reviewed the exact same truck I have. The only difference is I don't have the sunroof. Great video.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Nice! How are you liking yours so far and is it the first time you've owned an F150?

[@gonefishinginyoutube]

@@CarsWithSteve it's a great truck. Aside from the newer features, it's the same feeling from what I had. I also had the 3.5, which I may regret at some point but I'll make it work. This is my second. This one is the result of someone pushing me off the road on the 401 and leaving. I was 23 payments away from being done. It was a 2017 F-150 XLT.

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@gonefishinginyoutube ugh always sucks to hear when a car was written off... I've had that happen before. Glad you're enjoying the truck though!

[@gonefishinginyoutube]

@@CarsWithSteve Thanks. The previous was bought at Formula. This one at Ridgewood Ford.

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@gonefishinginyoutube small world! It's beautiful up that way, I passed through Minden a month or so back heading to Algonquin

[@bobblake8100]

I have a 2023 F150 Hybrid XLT with 3,000 miles, engine light symbol with red truck, exclamation point, and says " Stop Safely Now". Truck will not come out of park.Any suggestions before I call the wrecker? Thanks

[@CarsWithSteve]

I've seen that pop up a few times in a few different forums. Don't call the wrecker lol! The people who have solved it had their dealer replace the 12v battery and replace the module. Other one is to switch into sport mode when the truck is first turned on, then turn off the truck. Turn it back on again and make sure to stay in sport mode. Not ideal for a pricey truck but it may be a short term solution until you can bring it in to the dealer

[@leticiarodriguez4466]

Does the 2023 xlt 302a come standard with zone lighting and box lighting with out the bed utility package?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Zone lighting would come standard in the 302a but the box lighting and Boxlink are in the bed utility package for the 2023 XLT

[@northlander4370]

just subscribed , my ride is a 2021 F150 Lariat 502a package , it,s a great truck with the 3.5 , pulls our 23 foot Rockwood camper easily .

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks, glad the truck is working for you! Curious.. what type of mileage are you getting and which engine did you go with?

[@northlander4370]

@Cars With Steve my trucks has the 3.5 tt , great for towing...mileage isn't great when I am not towing I average 11.5 litres per 100 kms..less when pulling our camper.

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@northlander4370 still pretty good when not towing though, thanks!

[@myckeee]

In the beginning you didn’t mention the 5.0 option … maybe I have not watched it all yet, wondering if Ford got rid of it

[@CarsWithSteve]

Hmm I thought I had mentioned the 5.0L but I do cover it off as an option when I get under the hood. It's still here for 2023!

[@hediewiebe2128]

With the front bench seat, does the passenger seat have adjustable lumbar ? I have a 2013 xtr f150 with the bench seat, which we really prefer, just wish there was some lumbar adjustment for the passenger seat. We are planning to replace the truck with another like it in spring of '24.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Yes it does! It would be power lumbar in the 302a High Package but manual in the 300a Low and 301a Mid Packages

[@martinscanlon9423]

That was informative, but more like an infomercial than a review! Lots of good info though, I especially appreciate your emphasis on the impact of all those options on payload (they also impact your wallet!). My old 2011 XLT has 1363lb, which I have exceeded even with a pretty small trailer (under 5000lb). I have a canopy, added a roof rack, canoe, two of us and a bunch of camping gear, went to the scale and got a shock! How heavy would the aftermarket thicker spray-in bed liner be? A factory one would be calculated into the payload listed on the sticker (perhaps you could show people where that is?).

[@CarsWithSteve]

Haha tricky finding the right info to cover in videos but good to know the payload info is useful! It's crazy how much weight you carry when you actually add it all up. LineX ranges between 40 - 70 lbs depending on what bed size and coverage you choose but you're right.. the factory liner would have it calculated in the payload sticker. I'll make sure to actually show where to find the sticker in future truck videos

[@josipdolic6391]

I equipped my truck with nice sub behind the rear seats and it sounds great that I don’t even care about unleashed B&O

[@CarsWithSteve]

There are some great aftermarket options! Which one did you go with?

[@josipdolic6391]

@@CarsWithSteve JL audio Did it in Milton car audio

[@josipdolic6391]

You should do review on my truck once ,that be awesome

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@josipdolic6391 I'll have to check them out

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@josipdolic6391 Been thinking about towing or off-road videos 🤔

[@J_S_246]

No heated steering wheel at this price?! Damn

[@CarsWithSteve]

Lariat and up.. it's been like that for a while now. It's the same way for the 2024 as well

[@jollyranch1026]

Faucets trick is the plane truck

[@Steve-jg6wo]

How do you turn off the ambient light in the super crew cab where the plugs and outlets are? Been looking for a switch but there is none. Not sure is it always on or not. Can you help out? Thanks

[@CarsWithSteve]

You can adjust ambient light in the media screen under Settings --> Vehicle Settings --> Ambient Light Try turning that down to see if it lowers the light!

[@Steve-jg6wo]

@Cars With Steve thank you for the quick reply. The thing is, I wasn't sure if it was always on or not. There is no switch. And one day I noticed the light where the cup holders in the back seat never turned off. Just wondering if you ever noticed it too.

[@CarsWithSteve]

anytime! There are a few lights that are always on but some that can be dimmed by adjust that setting. I haven't driven an F150 at night in a year or so.. hasn't really stood out to me because of that

[@jodestella2746]

Where do I find the “finish”things to put on sides? beneath seat???

[@CarsWithSteve]

Usually the bed cleats are in the back seat.. If yours aren't there, either your dealer forgot to keep them in the truck or your build didn't come with them

[@joelegenza7642]

You keep forgetting to mention the 5.0 v8 power plant.

[@CarsWithSteve]

It's in the graphic that pops up while I'm showing off under the hood

[@rossman2997]

Howl do you get the headlights to flicker like that?

[@CarsWithSteve]

It's just the difference in frame rate between what the lights naturally flicker at and what the camera records at! It doesn't do it in person

[@thejet5310]

So you're saying one shouldn't drive at hiway speeds or tow for the first 1,000 miles? Can you clarify?..... And, you never mentioned the 5.0 V8 when listing engine choices....

[@CarsWithSteve]

Not technically supposed to. The point is to start the engine wear evenly. So properly set piston rings and other components in case there are imperfections during assembly. Modern engines are built differently than they were 20 years ago where it was a bigger issue but I honestly don't think I've met a person who has actually followed that guideline I had the 5.0L pop up with hp/torque specs under the hood but it's still available!

[@thejet5310]

@@CarsWithSteve Thanks, I saw the 5.0 specs when I watched it the second time.

[@CarsWithSteve]

anytime!

[@ammooth1592]

The guage cluster so far is a turn 📴. Due to the fact, my guage cluster on my 21 Explore is the same‼️ Heated front seat's, are equipped‼️ I was thinking 🤔 about getting another Ford, after my lease is up in 4 months. But with the chip shortage, and the sticker price being $50K ➕ ✅. I don't know @ the moment.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Prices are a bit higher this year than they were last year for sure. You might be able to get a dealer to offer an incentive for a factory order 2023. If you weren't already planning it.. make sure you check with a few dealers for the trade in value on the Explorer. It might make sense for you to buy it out and then sell it back to the dealer!

[@ammooth1592]

@@CarsWithSteve You mean buy my Explore ❓

[@CarsWithSteve]

Yeah. If your trade in value is higher than how much it would cost you to buy it out at the end of the lease it would make sense to pay off the lease buyout and then immediately sell it to the dealer you're buying the new one from

[@GiganticRooster-kn2lj]

Ford has taken some of the options that were previously in the XLT into the lariat mid. Thats pretty shitty.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Yup.. and not having the bench available in the Lariat anymore was a weird choice

[@QualityCutsPLS]

Nice review. F150 will be replacing my Tacoma soon.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks! Exciting about the change to the F150. Is it going to be the first time you'll own a Ford truck?

[@QualityCutsPLS]

@@CarsWithSteve No, I have had several F150, F250, F350 and many other brands. I will be on be vehicle number 73.

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@QualityCutsPLS Wow.. just one or two vehicles so far. Enjoy the new truck!

[@JH-mt3pp]

I have a 2021 Tacoma TRD OR. I am driving a 2022 F 150 XLT V8 rental for a week. It obviously has a lot of power, the seats are comfortable, It doesn't ride as good as I expected for a full size. Idk....i like the size of the Tacoma. I'll drive it a week and see what I think. It's definitely a nice truck.

[@sirhc7938]

Only need premium when towing, combustion is at higher temps with premium but power is no different.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Premium when towing is definitely useful but the hp/torque numbers are all achieved with the higher octane

[@earldspicer8748]

Dash cam for 2017 f150

[@CarsWithSteve]

I'll keep that in mind for the next giveaway ;)

[@ric7425]

2018 Ram ,blue sport hydro package.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Oh nice! How has the Ram been treating you, any reliability issues?

[@ric7425]

Not one. I love that truck. I had it for 5 years already.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Good to know! Always good to hear when cars and trucks last

[@josipdolic6391]

Wonder why power boost tank is locked?

[@CarsWithSteve]

It has to do with pressurization in the hybrid system

[@cwqrpportable]

Great video, thanks Steve. That Heritage package looks sweet. Have you heard any rumbling about an F150 plug in hybrid any time in the future? I know there's some major obstacles, mostly being battery capacity/weight. That would make me trade my Powerboost in and take my name off the list for the Lightning.....Also, have you heard any rumors/rumbling about the return of the "yaw cable" to compliment the trailer backup system. It was used in addition to/or to replace the black and white target on the trailer. The '21 Powerboost had it but due to whatever, Ford dropped it in the '22 model (mine).

[@CarsWithSteve]

Appreciate that! Can't wait to see the Heritage lineup across the board. The old school looking Bronco looks pretty neat too! A plugin hybrid F150 is possible. There's a company called XL Fleet with a product called XL Plug-in that upfits F150s with a nano electric motor and 15 kWh battery. With Ford making a push for electric though I think that's going to be their main focus. The YAW cable won't come back as far as I know because of the Sync4 system improvements. You should have stickers that can be used instead! Check with your dealer to see if they maybe forgot your cable but the part number is LC3T-14G621-AD if you want to go the physical route

[@cwqrpportable]

@@CarsWithSteve Thanks Steve, I have the target stickers from the last F150 and from this one. You can't use the Yaw cable with the new truck, that system was removed for '22 so that Yaw cable is useless to me. Judy's just gonna have to learn to back up the RV the old fashion way. The target sticker doesn't always fit on the tongue due to accessories, etc. Oh well.... I think Ford is missing some sales with no plug in hybrid Powerboost. All I hear from people is they're not ready for electric because of the limited range towing and because the infastructure just isn't there yet... Some many people are impressed with the Powerboost and say plug in version would be perfect. I agree! Thanks again....

[@jliefer2484]

a plug in, that's called a lighting

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@cwqrpportable Wasn't aware the yaw wasn't compatible with the 2022 at all, thanks for pointing that out! Agree with you on the plugin, it has some good potential until the Lightning towing range can be improved

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@jliefer2484 plugin as in a hybrid. So you'd still have an internal combustion engine with a nano electric motor and battery back vs the Lightning which is fully electric

[@mikecampingforfun5226]

You have any data to back up that claimed that leveling your truck will lower your tow capacity?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Anything added into the truck above the curb weight from the factory will lower the payload capacity - so if the replaced parts are above factory weight it would lower capacity

[@mikecampingforfun5226]

@@CarsWithSteve I'm 61 years old and I have had f150 all.my life and have done all know kind of things to my trucks and have not any ability of the original form as far as towing

[@CarsWithSteve]

There are all sorts of aftermarket things people do that affect payload and towing without realizing it

[@mikecampingforfun5226]

@@CarsWithStevelike?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Adding tool boxes in the bed, caps, sliding trays etc... everything you add takes away from max payload. I've heard so many people say.. "but my truck can tow it". Just because it can pull over the factory approved max doesn't mean it should be done. That's how you prematurely wear out your engine

[@PaulBoys-ic7rs]

2023 f150 xlt 2.7 4x4

[@CarsWithSteve]

Nice! How are you liking it so far?

[@jsarkozy]

very helpful video, I am going to be ordering my 2023 F150 later today. I subscribed to your channel, will check out some more videos. Thank you

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks John, appreciate that! There are some good ones I've put together on the Sync4 screen along with the steering wheel/cluster. Is it the first time you've owned an F150?

[@jsarkozy]

@@CarsWithSteve this will be my 3rd F150, my current 2010 XLT I got new off the lot, this new one is my first factory order, deal is done, deposit paid, now I wait! excited!!

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@jsarkozy that's great, hopefully you aren't waiting too long!

[@jsarkozy]

@@CarsWithSteve 4 to 6 months average timeline...it goes by fast!

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@jsarkozy about average time right now - had a friend waiting almost 8 months on his but he ordered just after the pand shutdowns back in 2020

[@45shocki]

Why did they get. Rid of the 3 seat in the front row ?

[@CarsWithSteve]

It's still standard in the XL and XLT, just removed from the Lariat. My guess was there wasn't enough demand to justify keeping it open as an option. Ford seems to be streamlining their builds and with the shift to EV I wouldn't be surprised if the bench disappears in the next 5 - 10 years

[@45shocki]

@CarsWithSteve thamks , I have a 2018 xlt...I have 4 teens ,so I love the extra seat

[@CarsWithSteve]

Anytime! I've always found Lariats with the bench to be rare.. I don't think I've seen one drop on a dealer lot since I started this channel

[@ail3731]

How much ? Thanks

[@CarsWithSteve]

Full build links are in the description but at the time of recording this truck was: Canada - $74,050 USA - $62,935

[@christophergallagher3066]

Almost 10k? I'm looking at a 118k car and deeply resent paing a tax simply because the vehicle is upmarket. There is no vehicle industry in Australia besides the Chevrolet and Ford truck operations. Any fool who thinks 10k is negligible can deposit the 10k into my account.

[@CarsWithSteve]

You guys have a lux tax in AU as well? We had a $100k+ introduced last year.. such a joke

[@awesomeashton]

A 2021 ford f150 lariat costs like 5k cheaper and is the same generation 💀

[@CarsWithSteve]

Yeah and the house I live in was 50% less 3 years ago too... Inflation sucks

[@joshostroff8229]

F150

[@davidh9820]

I don’t know if this trucks Rocks…… but my 2022 F150 3.5L has a really bad vibration when idling. As soon as you park. Truck starts shaking. Armrests. Pedal. Seat. It’s bad!!! This truck does not drive smooth. It’s very bumpy. And you can feel vibration on the Hwy. dealer has inspected it 2x and all they say it’s normal. That they all do the same on the 3.5 eco. It’s bad! I don’t recommend this truck if you wanna feel a smoooth ride. Worst purchase I’ve ever made.

[@CarsWithSteve]

The vibration on the highway is sometimes traced back to the lane keeping system being turned on without the owner realizing what it is. But a non-stop shake is not normal at all Have you tried taking it into another dealer? I've been in dozens of these trucks and have never felt a vibration like what you're describing at idle.

[@davidh9820]

@@CarsWithSteve no yeah I know it has a lane departure warning. But I have that off. Idle vibration never felt on my previously owned 2.7L 2018 F150. I could be on idle for hours and didn’t know it. Dealer where I purchased told me some customers are saying the same thing but it’s normal. And ford dosent have a fix for it at the moment. So I really don’t know who is right. If me or the tech. But I will keep pressing the dealer on this. I need answers from somebody on why this is happening. After paying $60K for it. I will have to go on test drives to other dealers and see.

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@davidh9820 That's odd.. if it gets fixed, drop by and post an update! I'd be curious to know what the issue was

[@kevinmcginn7184]

They don’t give you an owner manual

[@CarsWithSteve]

Nope.. it's through the infotainment screen and you can access a digital one online

[@CurtisGupton]

I just bought a 2023 xlt 5.0 and love it but it don,t have no manual that sucks. I love to read my book in my reclinder chair to learn about my new truck. the salesman did not tell me about that..I called the salesman up about it and he said ford was saving the trees... I hung up on him, but i still love the new truck. 65000dollars and no BOOK...

[@kevinmcginn7184]

@@CurtisGupton I bought mine in July got home to find no manual. Went back and watched the salesman go through about five trucks looking for one. He didn’t know you didn’t get one. I called Ford and raised hell , filed a complaint with the Pa state attorney general’s office of consumer affairs and threatened to file a complaint with the US Justice Department for a violation of the ADA. They sent the manual and wanted me to contact them when I got it. Screw them.

[@Paysoncougarfan.7885]

Sorry, the 2023 colors are dismal, the loss of package options from 2022 to 2023 are disappointing. Time to wait for 2024.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Which packages are gone in the 2023 that would make you want to wait? What would be the color you'd go for in a truck?

[@Paysoncougarfan.7885]

@@CarsWithSteve many option packages are not being offered from 2022 to the 2023 year, look it up, additionally things like tie downs, bed covers and more. As for colors, primer gray and smoked white suck. A solid blue and green would be nice. I will not be buying any ecoboost turbo charged ford truck engine ever.

[@CarsWithSteve]

There aren't many changes for packages for the 2022 to 2023 model year. Big ones are the 400a tremor and 500a lariat are no longer available and you can't get the Lariat with a bench 1st row anymore...

[@bobbymitchell5252]

If they could only fix the AC issues…..bought a 23 and 61 miles later the ac stopped working.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Sucks to hear that, definitely not a common problem though. Has your dealer at least been able to diagnose the issue?

[@bobbymitchell5252]

It’s a known problem, especially in the last two years. There was a TSB for 2017-2022. The evaporator core has to be replaced which involves removing the entire dash. Do a google search and there are entire threads related to the issue.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Sure there’s a service bulletin for something to look out for in case an AC issue comes up but it’s not 100% guarantee that evap core is the root cause, but it would be one of the first things to check. I know a bunch of people in 2015 - 2022 f150s that have never had issues with their AC - so all I meant was while it’s a known issue that doesn’t mean it’s common

[@bobbymitchell5252]

The service manager at my dealership called it a “known issue “. And would assume he would know. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a ford fan. Never had any other truck. But buying a 74k truck and the first day have issues is ridiculous. Then to see online I’m far from being out of the norm. It happened again leaving the dealer the next day, so I turned around and went back to show the manager. I took pictures of the frozen ac line and he said he would order a new evap core. Now after 3 weeks, the dealer called and said that Ford wanted me to bring it in one more time to see if the tech could reproduce it. WHAT!

[@bobbymitchell5252]

It’s done it at least 10 times…..

[@Ramitnr]

The sport package looks terrible makes it look like an XL IMO. Painted bumpers are chip magnets 🤢.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Everyone has a preference.. some people really love the look of chrome 🤷

[@JessDugan-oq2nj]

Just got this truck had a 2020 Tundra before ….. The tundra is better

[@CarsWithSteve]

How so?

[@JessDugan-oq2nj]

@@CarsWithSteve The tundra has a cruise control with sensors to keep you 3-2 or 1 car length away from the car in front of you , making driving on the highway or express way effortless. I use it almost all the time. Tundra has the windshield wipers and turn signal on the right side most people are right handed the light control is harder to use with ford as it in the lower control panel which seems more futuristic but less practical. futuristic as in don’t touch it. The ford has a huge screen which is cool but Overall I’m not wanting to drive it because at 70,000 miles I’d rather have it be someone else’s problems to deal with and hold value where as the tundra with the 5.7 felt like I would get 120,000 out of it and still get my money back

[@CarsWithSteve]

The F150 XLT does have the option for the adaptive cruise control as well.. If yours was optioned with it, there will be a little distance indicator on the top right side of the upper left pad on the steering wheel. The 2024 models also introduce hands free driving on interstates/highways throughout North America How long have you had the truck for? Is it the first time that you've owned a Ford?

[@JessDugan-oq2nj]

@@CarsWithSteveYes first ford. Had it 2 weeks. I’m sure I’ll get use to it. Just 2 different animals I guess

[@CarsWithSteve]

Yeah that's exactly why! Every new car I'm in to review always throws me off for the first bit. Hopefully you get the hang of all the new features

[@BenEverett1]

Obvious sponsored video.

[@CarsWithSteve]

I should definitely be getting paid by the dealers and brands I work with to create these videos but I don't

[@rfo23]

Have a 2023 XLT on order, 302A, Sport and Black appearance, Supercrew, 5.5 box, 2.7l EcoBoost, 4x4, Agate Black. Dash Cam definitely a must for add on. Little disappointed Ford took away the interior ambient lighting, glove box light, and under the hood work light.

[@CarsWithSteve]

That black appearance package looks great, you're going to like the blackout look with that exterior paint! I'm surprised there are cars/trucks getting shipped without certain things.. like lack of massage seats in the Platinum/Limited, no controls for 2nd row heated seats. Were you able to get an ETA when the dealer thinks it'll get to you?

[@IsaiahEBelk]

There almost removing heat steering wheel & heated sideview mirror if you didn’t know that.. due to shortages smh

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@IsaiahEBelk Oh really? Hadn't heard about the steering wheel being removed, thanks for the heads up

[@IsaiahEBelk]

@@CarsWithSteve Yep, I put a deposit down on an 23’ F150 Tremor with the 402a package about a month ago & only after I put my money down.. a week later my dealer told me that Ford is giving customers credit on MSRP due the “Heated Steering Wheel Removal” & this Auto start-stop there removing. Bummer cause of the chip shortage still. Now I’m looking to find a ‘22 with that feature.

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@IsaiahEBelk Auto start/stop removal isn't necessarily a bad thing. But the heated steering wheel credit is a bit of a pain. Thanks for the heads up on that!

[@TH-bk5hj]

Whew… sorry man but that is one ugly truck

[@CarsWithSteve]

Oh yeah? What don't you like about it?

[@kevinarmstrong3109]

Doesn't look any different than my 2021 .

[@CarsWithSteve]

Nah, no real differences in the look from 2021 to 2023. It probably won't get any sort of refresh for another 2-3 years

[@brandonmacon3317]

​@@CarsWithSteve2024 said 🤗 they don't take years to redesign anything nowadays

[@jesusgarcia1589]

I wonder if they take unsold pick up’s back and refresh them and call them and tag them as new year models just so they safe money

[@jaydenmoran2484]

@@jesusgarcia1589they can’t vin follows the truck