Is the 2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid Really Worth It? We Tow & Run an MPG Test to Find Out

[@MrFordguy73]

The hybrid is definitely worth it, the economy, the tremendous amount of torque, but one of the bonuses that I love besides the generator is being able to idle for hours on end with the HVAC system running and only starting up every 15 to 20 minutes for about 32 seconds, essentially saving tons of gas if you want to take a nap in your vehicle, or wait at the drive-thru, or see a movie with the AC on, these benefits all put together make it a killer combination, not to mention not having the extra quarts of an oil filter change on a diesel or DEF fluid.

[@marvinaviles2593]

Or waiting an hour or more in the school pick up line 😄

[@dalelangehennig161]

This! Best drivetrain ever! Towing hard every day? No. Get a HD diesel. Commuting and using for utility as a truck with occasional moderate towing? This is the ticket! So refreshing to not have those hard shifts driving uphills unladen like my 6.2 did. That drove me crazy! lol! My power boost is so smooth! Life the ride and the seats of the F150 compared to all my GM’s as well! No def! Idle all you want. Generator onboard. I am a powerboost superfan!

[@hughhemington9559]

The benefit of hybrid is CITY driving! And the truck serving as a 30amp generator for a trailer or other. Long-distance economy isn't really the point and any "electric miles" require some load on the gas engine to recharge the battery (later).

[@ALMX5DP]

Well I'd hope that much of the electric mileage could be recuperated by coasting to a stop or down hills. Though I wish Ford would have installed a method of charging the battery up while at home. A simple 110v 20-30amp circuit could still top up the battery in a few hours which I think would be beneficial for many.

[@ALMX5DP]

@Rick yes that’s why I essentially said I wish Ford made that model a plug-in and not a regular hybrid, and implied that electric miles would come from those times when the vehicle is able to regen.

[@ALMX5DP]

@Rick well plug in hybrids exist and show that they can be very beneficial for around town driving. The F-150 hybrid can operate on electricity alone (unlike a prior Civic Hybrid I once had), showing that having the ability to be charged via household outlet could be helpful even if only a little.

[@ALMX5DP]

@Rick my thought was to have the ability on all of the hybrids as standard. There are plugs in the bed to tap into the electrical power for many non-driving uses. Being it’s a portable power bank, makes sense to incorporate a way to charge it like one (heck most of the electrical infrastructure is already onboard). People ran their essentials off those outlets during the Texas ice storm, so if you can top it up when you have power to do so, makes sense in case of emergencies as well.

[@ALMX5DP]

@Rick what do you mean it cost them hundreds of millions? 400 vehicles at 50-65k a pop is like 25-30 million and gets Ford good publicity. Not sure what that has to do with the topic really either.

[@sickunit2096]

Im really happy with my Platinum Powerboost. 0-60 time same as a Countach, the big power-pack to run all sorts of electric items off of, and the inside is like being in a luxury car.

[@Vox-Populi]

You guys always seem to have so much fun testing these vehicles. Appreciate the data.

[@TramaineleDay5655]

I like it, I wish they put it on more engine choices. If it was possible, I'd do the diesel with the generator!

[@joelbrayman5827]

Couple comments. Seriously looking at this truck for dual purpose, construction site power availability and backup for cottage that has frequent power outages. Liked your video...well done review.

[@Show-me-how-now]

Steve. Great video. Yes, I would agree with you. Having a portable generator is a BIG plus especially when the power goes out or when I had to plus in my tools either working in the driveway or away from the house. When you consider what you have to do to lug around another 7.2 K generator, well it's a no brainer. This is just a great option for many....who can afford it.

[@chrisgilbert2503]

Thank you for the great video and for the excellent information. Your point about missing an opportunity by not making the amount regen selectable is a very good point.

[@traildawgsoffroad5156]

Thanks for the video. I have a 2012 3.5 ecoboost and when towing my trailer and 2 buggies, while trying to maximize my mpg, I get 10-11mpg with 95% hwy driving. 5-7mpg gain is a win to me. Thanks again

[@williamtrueman7898]

Ford really hit the nail on the head with this one. Next best thing since man's best friend. Except it's truck that can do everything.

[@davewilson8308]

Wow that’s incredible fuel mileage for such a big truck! I was going to buy either a Chevy Tahoe or Expedition for pulling a camper but this truck trumps them both.

[@royweatherford64]

Love my hybrid, had it about a yr and half , raised it 2.5 “ on front and 1” rear added 33/10.50s I average 10-12 towing my Polaris ranger although a majority of the time I’m running around 75 mph . And about 18 w/o towing. When my wife drives it she gets over 20 mpg . I did lose several mpg from the lift and tires . Before we had power on our land we ran our rv off of the truck ( smaller generator ) for about 3 days without a problem. There amazing trucks especially with the torque it’s hard to keep my foot out of it . Definitely will buy another one in the near future.

[@kingstonsean]

1) My Nissan Frontier burns about 14 litres/100 km without a trailer behind it. 2) I agree 100% that the the fuel economy is only a part of the story. That 7.2kw generator makes the F150 the only full size pickup on my list.

[@mikefoehr235]

My Tundra is barely worse. On a long trip at 110 km/hr it shows 13.4/100. This is from a truck which I supposed to be hard on gas. It is barely worse than my Tacoma I had AND it was $51 000 which is over 30 grand cheaper than this Ford.

[@dcrowell89]

Thats terrible. My 2021 GMC Sierra Denali 6.2 does 9.7-10.5L/100 km without a trailer at 110...

[@mikefoehr235]

@@dcrowell89 That is pretty good fuel economy.

[@robertduklus6555]

@ kingstonsean. something wrong with your nissan, i get 13-13.5 l/100 kmh towing 2200 lb boat and trailer with V6 Santa fe xl .

[@kingstonsean]

@@robertduklus6555 You can't compare a Nissan Frontier with Santa Fe.

[@peiguy1982]

Pretty impressive mileage for the capability and power of the truck. And trouble diesel emissions systems avoided as well.

[@kevingroulx9205]

You made a really great point about the regenerative braking

[@buffalobmf]

I get 16 mpg with my 5.0 on 33s with nothing in it in the winter when i put the stock wheels and tires baxk on i get about 19. I literally do all highway miles or at least long 40mph roads with minimal lights and signs. Getting 16 with a trailer is real good

[@robpitcher4619]

One thing to remember is that the large gas tank is not available on the Powerboost which is why I bought the standard 3.5

[@RR-sq6jv]

I bought the powerboost and worried about the smaller gas tank, but consider how much your saving driving in EV and it washes.

[@jonallred2720]

I just bought one and my first tank was 700 miles of range, good nuff for me

[@copycatcarlton]

That was a very informative review. I have an older diesel pick up and I use it to tow a travel trailer. The truck does a great job towing and gets very good fuel economy while towing. In city driving it does not do very well on fuel economy and diesel fuel is at least a dollar U.S. a gallon more. Thanks for this information!

[@johnmeeboer6044]

Most people do not drive the way you did but still good to know what you could achieve

[@Beniamin6665]

People who work there trucks during the day and spend 200 dollars a week as we do, we have no choice. Sink with these prices or swim with the efficiency.

[@TheBdoug7]

Thanks for the honest review of the powerboost as I found it very helpful in my search and recent purchase of one. It was all you stated and we are very pleased. thank you, Billy

[@TruckKing]

Great to hear!

[@jasonbrushett3]

Decent mileage while towing if you ask me! If I could afford one it's a no brainer!!!!

[@milanboskovic9618]

Overlanding with this will be awesome.

[@jasonbrushett3]

I think this is a great F150 model any way you look at it

[@pwilki8631]

Check out the recalls

[@donaldalderman2424]

@@pwilki8631 All manufacturers have recalls.

[@rememberthefallen1970]

@@donaldalderman2424 Fords is literally the leaders in the MOST recalls look it up

[@cwqrpportable]

@@pwilki8631 What recalls??

[@vr4787]

Definitely see this being the dominant powertrain going forward. Be nice if it was offered in a single or extended cab version

[@371kenny]

I bet it will be eventually

[@klarik01]

Given that the battery pack sits under the back seats i'm not sure it will ever work in a non-crew cab without sacrificing bed space or worse.

[@bakerfamilyoverland996]

Nice truck. I would lease one instead of buying...not sure how all this new technology will stand up over time👍🏾

[@philllsxga.7737]

I have a 2014 Silverado Z71 5.3.. Last summer I towed about a 3,900 lb trailer with about a 375 lb four wheeler in the bed and two adults in the cab.. I average 12.8 to 13 MPG with the cruise control set at 72 mph sometimes up to 76 mph for passing but my average was around 12.8 to 13 MPG that was a 205 mile trip..

[@danlux4954]

The GM is good on the highway but very bad in the city.

[@waynewes9466]

@@danlux4954 yes yes I just traded my Chevy 6.2 V8 which was a joy of power but only 11mpg in town 24 on Hwy for the new Platinum Powerboost and what a difference in torque and mileage. I just 26.2 mpg on my first trip and absolutely love the new Powerboost! Ford killed it on this one!

[@bluzman1960]

Like to see the comparison to the Coyote engine on the same test

[@JamesMcLaren1000]

I wonder why Ford doesn’t use the 2.7L engine for the hybrid. The 3.5L with electric assist seems like overkill.

[@ALMX5DP]

Still surprised how stark the difference is between unloaded driving and towing. Both the speeds run were very reasonable, so I was hoping to see something nearer to 20mpg towing with that relatively light trailer. My car hauler setup weighs about the same, and though likely a touch more aerodynamic, I still get 16-17mpg towing it with my Coyote going around 65-70mph.

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

Ya the first 5 miles ..don't give me your $hit.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS more than happy to show proof, logs are all on Fuelly.

[@mitchmcdonald2122]

I used to blow off hybrids but Ford seems to have hit the bullseye! I'll seriously consider the powerboost for my next truck!

[@MrSGL21]

570 lbs of torgue and 16 mpg on the highway towing 4k lbs.....30 mpg unladen. yeah thats hella efficieny.

[@AREWETHEREYET45]

Not with this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5CZdGBtqbyqnJI

[@patmason7276]

Update traded the 2018 now have the 2021 lariat hybrid rides great and is quiter than the other truck and softer seats.

[@slmjake]

Thanks for the video!!!! Hats off to Ford for providing us trucks with hybrid electric in a more advanced package then Chevy did years ago with the 6.0. I have the gm 3.0 diesel and would consider changing over when the tech can be bought at a lower price point and they integrate plug in for battery charging and tax credit. However if my primary use was highway and or towing I wouldn't consider this as competitive as my experience with EcoBoost engines are that they are incredibly powerful but not fuel efficient under loads. The 5.0 got much better Laden mpgs than the 3.5 under load. Need a hybrid in the F150 with HDPP!!!

[@TheIrongutz]

For us Canadians the actual number is 14 lt/100 km or 19.2 imp mpg. Or, 16.3 US mpg

[@danv3517]

I have a lots sways on my 2021 powerboost pulling my rv trailer and my work trailer , before I had 2019 3.5 ecoboost no problem same trailers

[@willie9397]

Thats a beautiful truck, lovin the ford grays magnetic and carbonized with the blackout pkg I want one with the 2.7

[@pointsnorthgisuav8661]

Interesting to know about using the regenerative breaking going down hill. It would certainly be nice to utilize that as much as possible especially on long grades.

[@galactictomato1434]

Battery is only 1.5kwh. Can't Regen much on a mild hybrid like this.

[@zarmindrow5831]

A hybrid superduty would be a great base for an RV. You wouldn't need a generator in the RV.

[@R.Nelson]

Good morning Steve!!...I like the New F150 nicer front end...seen a Base model ystrday..Black grill n front bumper

[@james2042]

So for the braking, if you have it in tow haul mode, it should keep the engine on and should use a combo of regen braking and engine breaking to slow down. All that happens is the regen braking stacks with the engine braking. There's no way that a 5500lb truck and a 4500lb trailer are being stopped or overheating and overcharging issues. Remember it can't regen past the battery's capacity. Personally I'd rather see a phev with a much bigger battery which would handle regen much better in terms of heat and capacity. As for fuel economy, it's really to boost city miles, highway mpg was never that much better with a hybrid. There's a reason most hybrids and ev's have better fuel economy in city than the highway.

[@Chilicharger665]

BRAKING

[@Beniamin6665]

So put another battery in. At that put 2 lithium ion truck battery in there witch is next level.

[@james2042]

@@Beniamin6665 not the 12v battery dude, the large hybrid battery. I think it's a 480v battery

[@Beniamin6665]

@@james2042 Oh wow! I stand corrected.

[@james2042]

@@Beniamin6665 that's why I would prefer a phev truck. Phev vehicles have about 5-7 times the battery capacity, which means it not only can give you more regen, but also longer sustained battery power since it could technically drive like 20 miles on its own in ev only. So you have a 5 mile mountain to tow up? A phev will hold charge up the whole mountain, then provide more regen coming back down.

[@harryhollingsworth906]

My 2022 f 150 3.5 truck is the same setup and I will put it against anything all day long the best power boost and the great gas mileage is total power is the best truck I have ever had

[@shirleygorre6003]

I own a 2021 F150 PowerBoost and love it so far.

[@willrector9716]

I think I will stick with diesels for now....... lots of things to go wrong with that ev. As many recalls as all the manufacturers are having lately I will stick with a little more simplicity till they get things figured out. I and know diesels aren't very simple any more either. Great video thx

[@cybertrk]

Bruh… you ever dealt with diesel repairs? Shits outrageous… never again, those days are numbered.

[@willrector9716]

@@cybertrk wait till you have to buy a battery........... or who knows what else. EV are too new to know whats going to be issues.... that why i will stick with the devil i know...

[@jeffw6894]

@@willrector9716 I drive very little so I'll stick with NA V8s

[@gwot]

if you want better reliability, get the V8, heck even the ecoboost. Diesels with modern emissions systems are worse than any hybrids. The hybrid stuff has 20,000 more miles warranty than diesel stuff, so there's that? Also, the battery pack for the F150 is $3,000, the particulate filter in your diesel costs $2,000. Battery technology is advancing fast, and prices are also dropping pretty noticeably, but your diesel filter won't drop in price, I can only see the rare materials in it getting more expensive as time goes on. Do a delete on your diesel, then you got a winning truck.

[@willrector9716]

@@gwot blah blah blah...... rare metals..... hahaha you know what batteties are made from dip***t? Hybrids have super bad resale as well.... ever think about that? Duh.....

[@wilsonle61]

Take off! To the great white north! Take off!...it's a beauty way t go!

[@trevorhowell6575]

I think Hybrid is a great add on to your favorite motor. I can't see myself ever driving anything so quiet as all battery. My choice is a twin turbo V8, and then add a electric battery...more power, and a in the words of Tim the tool man Taylor....

[@cybertrk]

That will never happen because of weight.

[@02hreblue30]

never gonna happen

[@SpringfieldGuy]

Fast forward to July, '23. My step-son has one of these and initially liked it quite a bit, as did I. BUT, he started having serious transmission problems about 8 months ago - which turned out to be a known issue on this hybrid - and the dealer response was less than ideal. As I recall, the issue is with the transmission cooling system, which does not function in electric mode. He is upside down on the vehicle, but says he is going to sell it. BEWARE.

[@Rockrewls]

Seems to me this hybrid needs a battery at least double the size that it currently is.

[@kjgallagher4]

I would have preferred a 2.7 ecoboost engine paired with a much larger electric engine. I have a max tow 6.5 ft bed and I'm struggling to get 20 mpg out of the powerboost.

[@enigma9789]

@@kjgallagher4 my 2019 6.5ft 4x4 with the 3.5 will easily get 20mpg. If i never go over 60mph Ive seen 25mpg

[@cwqrpportable]

@@kjgallagher4 Your preferred combination would be sweet I think. My 3.5 EB averages 10.2 L/100km ((28 mpg Imperial) without even trying. On a 2 lane road trip with stop and go and some town driving I get 9.8 L/100km (29 mpg Imperial). I drive 100 km/h on the highway when possible and from time to time I let er rip Lol. I'm super happy with my Ecoboost's fuel economy and power for towing. Will never go back to a V8.

[@bigoldal2436]

Why doesn't anyone mention the added cost of diesel fuel ? Here in South Carolina diesel is 2.99 a gallon and gas 2.51 that's quite a difference.

[@gwot]

That's very area dependent and it fluctuates so often. My area in Canada, diesel is usually cheaper, sometimes it's more expensive for a couple weeks. Just looked it up right now, diesel is more expensive by 0.05 a gallon.

[@HW-db2gx]

Personally, I dont tow much. 2 mpg gain with no trailer feels just not worth it. I've been shopping for some 2021 F150s and it seems hybrid ones are really low on miles and big discount. I feel it is because of the reliability issue. Just sharing my thoughts here. Let me know if that makes sense. I'll probably go for ecoboost now..

[@SoonerMikeD]

I guess I don’t completely understand the engineering behind regenerative braking. So if it was used basically all the way down a steep grade while towing they wouldn’t overheat and burn up like regular brakes? If not that’s awesome.

[@vhateverlie]

Yes,however this motor can only recover energy going down a hill assuming it has somewhere to store it. Since this Ford F-150 only has a very small 1.5 kW•h battery it cannot recover much in the way of energy before the batter is full and the motor can no longer act like a drag. It really needs a bigger battery to be able to do it down large grades. You could change about 200m in elevation on full Regen with a dead battery and have a full battery at the bottom. This number shrinks greatly when the truck is towing.

[@rollerbarnadventers]

Nice test! As always I enjoyed your video

[@stephencohen746]

So I’m deciding between the 2022 powerboost and the 2022 Toyota tundra iForce max which one would you say for towing and fuel efficiencywould you go with? One last thing, really appreciate how serious you take all these test drives!

[@snoosen1678]

Don’t know if you’re still looking, but the tundra has turbo issues, go with the Ford.

[@killermobiledetailing2795]

Looks like when u have no payloads or towing u get better mileage but with towing or payload 2.7 does same or better I have payload on my new 2021 2.7 I get 24 mpg on freeway and 17-18 mpg on city having it on eco mode all time

[@ericdebisz9458]

This is a great "bridge" for this gap of a push from Petro to electric powered vehicles. This technology should be on the forefront of mainstream media not the "plug-in" vehicles. The infurstructure is not in place for all electric vehicles. This is the best option and we need more of this kind of technology on all makes and models. People also need to be edjucated on what vehicle is best for their lifestyle. If you commute on a freeway for 2hrs total a day for work you should be aware that the hybrid might not get the best mpg. If you commute a half hour on back roads in between towns, the hybrid my benefit you more. The catch 22 for a highway commute maybe that you have a high likelyhood of stop and go traffic. The hybrid would help in low speed and stop and go. This vehicle here is not only bridging the gap from gas to electric but for someone who needs a truck on a weekend for towing and hauling. Yes it can do it for the little towing and hauling a weekend worrior does. I have to say though Ford is not going to let you pick how much Regen you can do on the sheer fact that someone would ask this truck do something it is not designed for and potentially do thousands of dollars of damage to the traction motor. Plus if you are aware that the brake pedal is a "simulator" and the computer is judging how to stop you may feel better that all the engineers at Ford have hit it on the head, cuz they always do. If you don't use the hydraulic braking system enough your pads and rotors go to hell in a hand basket quicker than shit. Fusion hybrid the hydraulic brake was just there to hold the vehicle at a stop and emergency braking obviously

[@patmason7276]

Not bad my 3.5 ecoboost gets 10.2 to 13.5 pulling 7x16 x7 foot ceiling about 4,500 to4,800 lbs depending on speed. Car trailer got 15.6 less drag 65 to 72 mph. Use 90 octane marine fuel does alot better.

[@joeurway2840]

Is your trailer flat nosed or angled?

[@cassus4732]

The Power boost is worth every penny, Just sold a Honda Generator 6.5 kw with Is series for 4500 us dollars that was 10 years old and 20 hrs,, The power boost with 7.2 kw is paid for and then some with the honda sale

[@odnetnin4720]

I have an 8k generac generator with less than 5 hours. I’m thinking the same thing, sell that to make up the difference. I’m only waiting to see what Toyota eventually comes out with.

[@TheJoshuaborden]

$83000!!! Insane. WTF is it with truck prices these days. Who the hell can actually afford these things??

[@cybertrk]

It’s to weed out the people who don’t actually need a truck… since 99.99% of truck owners use theirs as a car… renting trucks from needs to become more available and popular for these once a month/year tow needs from that group

[@shootermacgavin1]

I said exactly the same thing, that is a ton of cash

[@sunnyvalejedi]

There are cheaper versions.

[@MrPir84free]

That's in part because, I believe, the feds have made it easier to finance over longer periods. With the move towards longer term financing, dealers and manufacturers see it as a reason to raise their prices as well, as it can be financed over a longer term to give the customer lower payments. Seeing as dealers will now finance out to 7 years, I can't wait till they allow 9 or 10; then $65K trucks will seem dirt cheap. This is what lobbyists lobby for, "their piece of the pie" and what politicians are agreeing to..

[@sunnyvalejedi]

@wackoguywatch Not right now. Highest resale percentage of all time. In Canadians are getting full original purchase price for five-year-old trucks that are resold in the US.

[@michaelcometto9856]

For Ecco month I would like you guys to test drive the new Toyota Seinna!

[@mayordjq]

I'd be curious to see the results for the same trip & trailer in Tow/Haul mode.

[@joelbabin4365]

Are there any differences in the 21 - 22 year models?

[@borikr1]

Wait, how in the world did you make 37 mpg with a 3-liter diesel? I've got Ram 1500 3.0 eco-diesel and the highest I got was 28 mpg and that's being extremely gentle with throttle..

[@robertb.4202]

Very impressive for full sized truck.

[@cliffh8486]

In the days of high fuel prices I did some simple math. The cost per mile hybrid is 11.7 cents per mile, the diesel is 12.2 cents per mile, normal gas engine is 12.5 cents per mile. as much as I want it there is no diesel advantage anymore. This is assuming my local current pump prices $3.57 for gas and $4.57 for diesel. not to mention the added cost of def, more expensive oil changes, fuel filters etc. so 500 more in fuel cost over 100,000 miles for the diesel? no thanks.

[@dannymartel8754]

those numbers are very impressive! 👍

[@simmonslucas]

test driving one today, thanks guys

[@TruckKing]

Good luck!

[@doktordice9219]

Fantastic video … you and your Dad nail all the important features on all your vids .

[@TruckKing]

Thanks 👍

[@pepster60]

If you were to get the 7.2kw battery option, I would assume that doing this will increase your fuel economy due to being able to utilize battery more around town and assisting the engine for longer periods than with the smaller battery. Is my logic correct?

[@jonny4182]

Sir the 7.2 kilowatt does not refer to the battery size it is the inverters size so the battery is the same on both

[@pepster60]

@@jonny4182 Thank you Jonny, All too technical for me, but understand the battery size is the same in both.

[@JRHighmore]

Didn't stop at Tim's going through Orillia eh

[@TruckKing]

Couldn't get thru the drive-thru

[@JRHighmore]

@@TruckKing hahaha didn't realize how local you guys were to me though I live closer to that Honda factory. Also currently have the powerboost on order, do you think it's worth it? Keep up the good videos man!!

[@TruckKing]

@@JRHighmore Powerboost is impressive - we're sure you'll be happy.

[@Thankyou_3]

AJAC is biased towards certain brands of manufacturers. When the awards are given to vehicles, AJAC is getting a kickback from the manufacturer.

[@willardgentry6624]

Ford is listening and knows it....... the 2024 refresh will have one pedal braking.

[@gwot]

one pedal braking...? do you brake with more than one pedal right now?

[@camasaitis]

I have the same truck and towed my enclosed car trailer from pittsburgh pa to Carlisle pa 7000# loaded. It got 7mpg.

[@aaronhao5660]

Same here. 7 mpg. Tow mode shuts off electric motor and uses gas engine only. It holds in lower gears longer. I think I have to use it in mountain areas. But may try normal or even eco mode in plains area even towing.

[@cybertrk]

It’s funny how over confident the comments are about ev/hybrid from all these dudes who have literally never owned or worked on one.

[@douglashardy177]

Im wanting this powerboost but it only comes with the smaller gas tank. I tow a 6500 pound travel trailer and dont want to be stopping every 2-3 hours for gas. How far can you tow on a tank of gas?

[@keithloucks7167]

I have the 32 gallon tank. With my 2015 tundra with the 26 gallon tank, only 21 gallons were available. I got 550 kms without towing in 2wd. With towing I got 320 kms towing a 4500 lb travel trailer at 62 mph(100 kmph)or 3 hrs. With the f150 hybrid, I get 850kms in winter in 4wd without a trailer. I expect 5 to 6 hrs of driving with the hybrid pulling my 4500 lb tt at 60 mph.

[@damondavis842]

I’m tired of my diesel emissions. I’m window shopping some option

[@jeffturner7817]

Nice truck! Only negative is truck recommends high octane fuel. Where I live that $0.60/g difference….that’s a big cost difference

[@JuanMartinez-gu8sh]

It doesn’t require super. I’ve tested both and you do get a marginal increase in mpg so not worth the extra cost in my opinion. A modest increase in HP also but again, you won’t feel it seat of the pants. Maybe in some back to back 0-60 runs or drag races but that’s not the objective of this vehicle. I almost always drive in Eco mode and as gently as I can but I won’t say I hypermile. My way to work is 75% highway and lots of stop and go for the rest. I’ll run 75-85mph almost all the time on the highway but pretty much speed limits on the city streets (35-50) and my documented average is 22.8mpg at this time. Mid summer I was over 23 but winter fuel blend has lowered the efficiency some. FYI, I also calibrated my AFE Bias to get my trip computer to within .2mpg actual at every fill up. I think this is an important point many reviewers miss when testing mpg on various vehicles. Most are off by a significant margin. Usually the factory sends them out of the factory with a default setting, not taking axle ratio, tire size, etc. into account. It’s possible to do this on the F-150. I can explain if desired.

[@jeffturner7817]

@@JuanMartinez-gu8sh Ford recommends premium gas for the 2020 Ecoboost engines" and the Owner's Manual says "For best overall vehicle and engine performance, premium fuel with an octane rating of 91 or higher is recommended."

[@Ramblin_Rob]

So, how long before someone makes a trailer brake kit that regenerates power?

[@matthewpeterson3329]

My bet is that this is already part of EV tractor/trailer design. It would be a waste of potential regen and even low level propulsion from the trailer wheels otherwise. By propulsion, I would think it could be used for traction control on slippery/steep/loose surfaces.

[@bendino9016]

cant wait for ford maverick mpg tests with that hybrid (loaded, unloaded, towing, etc.)

[@ALMX5DP]

It'll be a great city runabout and perfect for a lot of small businesses that need a bed (auto parts stores, home improvement rentals etc). But being limited to FWD for the hybrid will be a consideration when towing or hauling even at the rated numbers.

[@kerryrwac]

@@ALMX5DP Ford could have made it AWD with an electric motor in the back like Toyota does with the RAV4 hybrid and PHEV.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@kerryrwac of course they could have, but that’s not what is going to be on offer (at least initially).

[@james2042]

2000lbs towing makes it kind of a joke, they needed to put awd and 4000lbs on the hybrid to make it worth while

[@kerryrwac]

@@james2042 AWD is only available with the gas motor, which i think, is a miss. Ford seems to think that their target audience aren't going to tow more than a small garden trailer and they're probably right. They have the Ranger for people who need to tow more.

[@benboyd3082]

Love your channel bro even though you are Canadian 😂😂 Seriously always excellent content my dude, really wish I had the opportunity to drive awesome rigs all the time.

[@pablochacon40]

For my money I would buy the ford . Diesel is great how ever it’s initial cost and the maintenance gets more expensive than gas. And I don’t tow enough to justify a diesel.

[@gwot]

no amount of justification can justify modern diesel emission systems.

[@cmdrdarwin3682]

Great review! This truck is impressive, but the price is prohibitive. The GM 3L diesel still appears to be the best deal, aside from the electrical needs someone may have on their jobs. In general, full size pickups are sadly WAY overpriced.

[@missaneido7417]

It is a very complicated Ford, what can possibly go wrong? More importantly, how soon?

[@cwqrpportable]

3 of them in my family business and not a problem beyond frozen door locks one time in the winter

[@missaneido7417]

@@cwqrpportable Consider a lottery ticket, you may need the proceeds down the road.

[@cwqrpportable]

@@missaneido7417 Another kid in short pants who gets all their info and life experiences from social media..... Consider a life, you might be surprised what you find out there.

[@kerryrwac]

One pedal braking would have been awesome. Definitely a miss.

[@willardgentry6624]

you know how Ford likes to do it. The 2024 refresh will have it.

[@keithloucks7167]

Less than 10% of the hp is electric, so limited regen. Electric vehicles have much bigger electric motors and bigger batteries to store the energy.

[@randycordes464]

Awesome truck

[@cameronunnerstall4068]

How do you get 30 mpg.. I only get 22mpg with my 2022 powerboost. I’m currently towing my can am maverick on a tandem axel 16’ trailer from Florida to Tennessee and I’m only getting 9mpg doing 72mph…. I’m on 33x12.5 tires

[@juhthreef]

I do not trust the gauge to tell me what the MPGs are, really would need to see you do the calculation based on how far you've driven and how much gas you had to put in to be honest.

[@cwqrpportable]

I’ve compared the gauge and my hand calculations and the truck gauge is amazingly accurate; never large discrepancies.

[@arch417powersports]

The idea of a hybrid truck is actually pretty cool. However, fully electric trucks are a no go for any kind of actual work.

[@brentagade]

I’m very curious how the Lightning will do as things progress. They’re claiming high towing as well, but not sure how that will work out with distance and battery.

[@jeffw6894]

@@brentagade Pickup truck and SUV did some math for the Lightening and are approximating 200km of towing.

[@gwot]

Other than potential range issue, I don't see how a full EV is a "no go for any kind of actual work"

[@02hreblue30]

@@brentagade sound like a hater. Word today was silverado EV will tow 20k

[@AlejandroGarcia-xq1mt]

Ford dealers are asking 80K for an XLT that is wort 65k. I went to see if i could get one but am not paying the Mark up I cant pay 80K for something wort 65k.

[@relikvija]

This truck needs a bigger battery and should be a plug in.

[@RVTRAILER]

I laugh at other truck owners who, like me, drive their trucks 70%-30% city-highway and paying for gas through the roof. My 2022 F150 Powerboost Hybrid gives 10.5L/100kms (22 miles/Gallon) compared to theirs around 16-18L/100kms (12 miles/Gallon). 3.5L Hybrid powerboost engine rocks in the city diving and that's not the only best part, it can tow 12000+ pounds at ease and 0-100 (0-60 miles) is 5.6 seconds, Sweeeet!

[@brandonw4315]

What's your mileage with that loaded trailer doing 110kmh . Have a 22 lariat 157 pb. Towing 4000lb enclosed trailer amd was getting 45L/100 km

[@ryanharrish8363]

Why is putting the heavier vehicle to the wheels of the trailer better? Shouldn't putting the weight closer to the tongue be better for handling the trailer?

[@TruckKing]

no. center the load weight over the axles

[@brandonw4315]

How many mpg loaded trailer?

[@jeffmayes733]

I still think I would go with the GM 6cyl Diesel

[@oogleboogle123456789]

of course long highway driving is where that shines you'd only want this hybrid if you needed that amazing generator feature in the bed and the faster acceleration of course

[@fuyomama555]

Yes but don’t forget the cost of diesel it will end up the same cost

[@mikefoehr235]

83 000 CAD for this truck. That is insane

[@doolittlegeorge]

With the Maverick Hybrid starting at just under $20,000 US Dollars who in their right mind will be buying this truck? I say "nobody" *PERIOD* I agree at this price point. In fact who will be buying any *OTHER* vehicle besides the Ford Maverick once that comes out? Not even General Motors can compete on price let alone features? *GIVE ME A BREAK!* Toyota better hit the ball out of the park with the new Tundra and Tacoma. Bronco launch: Ford wins. Ranger launch: Ford wins Mustang Mach-E: Ford wins F150 Lightning: Ford wins. Lincoln Aviator: Ford Wins Lincoln Navigator: Ford Wins Only product of interest after Tesla dumped the Model S Plus Plus Good for the Model S pBaid Edition is Rivian...which is really gonna have its work cut out for it with the Maverick at $20,000 US Dollars. As relates to this specific F150 there remains no competition *STILL* from anyone and hence the ridiculous price point...but like I said that could change in a hurry. Tesla is crushing the *prestige* market in the USA as I think Rivian will do as well. Do i really need more than 3000 pounds of towing? Obviously no. Long $ibm International Business Machines Strong buy

[@mikefoehr235]

@@doolittlegeorge Only problem with Ford is that they are junk. GM and FORD can only build half of anything reliable...I know from owning that junk. For me personally, Toyota is leaps and bound better in quality and reliability.

[@02hreblue30]

@@mikefoehr235simply not true. I have had 7 Toyotas and multiple F150s. No problems. You are a brand snob. The Tundra is OLD and gets ZERO gas mileage

[@mikefoehr235]

@@02hreblue30 I am NOT a brand snob. Ford and GM are junk. I know this from owning it. You are so full of 💩 your eyes are brown.

[@crazycomments8038]

@@mikefoehr235 I just watched a video about Ford Ranger and he had 2 Tacos and got rid of them for Fords, so your opinion is brand name.

[@johnvigolo4972]

It would be the perfect truck if fitted with the 3.0L diesel unit from the Chev. The 10 speed auto deserves the credit & compensates for the deficiencies of the 3.5L V6 petrol engine. If only Ford would include a diesel engine for the F150, it would be the perfect package mated to the 10 speed auto. Just defies logic not to have a diesel engine in a truck designed purposely for heavy towing.

[@hondrahawthorne2512]

AGREED!!

[@jzenone]

What was the payload of this truck

[@carvdecarv]

Where’s the Can Am Maverick review?!

[@zacharygoeden1282]

New generation looks way better than new gm trucks

[@cwqrpportable]

I agree

[@markt7291]

I’ll never buy an EV but a hybrid seems to be the way forward. Not at these crazy high prices . Rich persons toy.

[@cybertrk]

Never say never

[@markt7291]

@@cybertrk doesn’t fit my lifestyle. I drive too many miles.

[@JBM425]

Keep in mind there are much less expensive F-150 trim levels with PowerBoost available.

[@alicepooper8562]

you're in a bad state if you think this is a rich man's toy

[@robertfeaster2698]

I’m pretty sure Ford wasn’t touting the Powerboost’s fuel rating WHILE TOWING.