Watch This Before You Buy a New 2021 Ford F-150 - TFL Expert Buyer's Guide!
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- ( www.5startuning.com ) 2021 Ford F-150 Buyer's Guide: Are you looking to buy a new full-size truck, but not sure about which one fits the bill? Watch this TFL Expert Buyer's Guide on the new 2021 F-150 to learn as much as possible about trim levels, payload, towing, pricing, fuel economy, and more!
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Backroad Driver, that’s where it’s at. TFL is up there
I bought an XL. It came without cruise, crank windows etc. To add cruise required buying a new steering wheel off eBay for fifty bucks and getting the dealer to activate cruise. cruise is built into every truck and can be added as a dealer option. I bought an after market security system for about two hundred and it came with remote keyless entry and the capability to control electric windows. We bought and added the window regulators and switches, again as recycled parts for a few bucks and added them. A 2 inch receiver hitch kit for the truck costs about $120 and when bolted on lets you tow. The vast majority of work trucks come configured for towing so the cooling is there and at least a bumper hitch is included. Once you add the receiver hitch you are good to go. For the trailer brake controller, it was a "dealer installed option" I bought one off ebay for a few bucks and installed it myself. Generally the wiring is already in place to accept this kind of dealer option. You can purchase an XL for thousands less than a "fully equipped truck" and for a little effort and a few bucks you can make it into a good, solid truck with the options you want. The only thing that you CANT change economically is the power train. I drove my F150XL for five years and enjoyed it very much until I needed to tow two cars over the hill. The base engine just was not up to the task. On the flat, it was fine. Went to Texas and back with a car hauler and no issues. You do a good job of describing the base truck but there are lots of options that for the right buyer make it very attractive
Great video Andre! I used to only buy chevy, but Ford is blowing them out of the water!! The new f 150 is pretty amazing, looks and engine options are far superior to gm
$30k for crank windows and vinyl floors. Hell I'm getting old.
It’s called inflation olde boy.
And probably lives in a trailer park.
@@falconwaver What are you getting at? $30k is a lot for a base 150.
It’s alarmist as bad as $9 beers at a ballgame.
@@tedschmitt178 Hey now. I may be able to see my toes with shoes on but beer and trucks have no budget constraints.
Would like to see more videos like this. And Comparing top trim models vs an optioned out lower trim model.
I bought my new F-150 from Brighton Ford yesterday. Thank you for helping me to navigate the complicated equipment list!
I towed 12.5K with a 2010 F150 and it did it but over time I damaged the truck because I exceeded the towing capacity. I upgraded to a 2018 F250 with the 6.7 and I am glad I did. Yes the never ones can do better but from experience dont but the F150 if you might tow anything over 11K.
Andre I hope you really do purchase this truck I think it would be a fantastic family vehicle that you would love
Since 2011, the 157´´ wheelbase with the coyote engine is the one to get! Crewcab with 6 1/2 foot bed is the best...
Well, I went with the f250 gas with the bigger rear gears. I wanted the f150. The amount of money they want I decided to get a little bigger for less $$ and no worries for towing.
I think the most important thing you missed was that you can order from the factory with the auto start/stop "delete" option and not have to deal with pushing a button every time you start the vehicle.
Great video Andre . For me the black mesh grill looks the best . I can’t seem to configure it on the 21 F 150
I don't know how people can talk about this like this is normal! I'm a small business owner and the mere fact that a work truck is over $50,000 is ridiculous!!!! The last truck I bought was a well equipped 2017 Toyota Tundra SR5 for $35,500 out the door. I've been shopping for a truck now for 3 months and cannot believe the price of 3/4 ton and 1/2 ton trucks. I know I cannot be alone in this. I cannot see putting my business at risk for $1,000 a month payment for a work truck. Please keep the smart-ass comments to yourself. I understand that three-quarter ton truck inventory is low. This is not what I'm talking about. I am talking about overall MSRP pricing.
Yesterday I placed my order for a 2021 F150 Limited Powerboost 4x4. Excited to get it.
Great video. I just ordered a custom Lariat FX4 with the 502a package. Can’t wait for it to get here.
Great content. I’m driving a 19’ Ram 1500. My first and last for a while for my own reasons. I’m going to get myself into a 2021 F150 as my company I work for now has discounts with them. And I love the truck. It will either be a F150 Lariat sport or a the F150 tremor. I think I’ll need the 6’5 bed also
The XLT will include a lot of the extras you specified on the XL. Dealers usually have a lot more XLTs to choose from on their lots, so you might get a better discount.
This is true!
I know 5 star is the sponsor of this video but they are like Walmart when it comes to Tunes. Generic tunes for Tow / MPG / RACE / etc . . . When I bought my 2016 F150 Platinum 3.5 EcoBoost I wanted some more power and I contacted 5 star tune in 2016 and I purchased three Tunes from them tow haul fuel economy and race tune so I loaded it up in my tuner and put the tune in my truck and back then it took about 30 minutes to load a single and I literally could not notice a difference between Factory Ford and 5 star. Long story short after some research I found SSI Southern speed Incorporated and my tune from them felt like swapping a 4 banger for a BIG BLOCK V8 . It was insanely powerful and I will be a customer of theirs for life.
SSI tune dyno at 385 hp 573lb ft to the rear tires!!!
Even though Roman is anti Ford now, thanks for all the good information over the years. Just traded my suburban in for a 17 F-150 Platinum 3.5 EcoBoost, direct and port injection and 10 speed. Next step is to save up money and get a hold of five star.
why is he anti ford?
@@Cooldibs assuming you're new here. TFL got in alot of trouble for posting spy footage of the bronco and was disinvited to a event. Roman was very salty and bias for a long time.
I'm considering an STX or a Gladiator. Two different trucks but each has their advantage for my use.
A Softopper is definitely going on the Gladiator.
You did awesome 👌,
Thank you for clarifying it
For me, I don't always have time to
Do my research 🤔, so I look to TFL
For guidance..
I love this truck guys; gotta be Platinum with Powerboost, FX4, have 7.2Kw power, and have leather seats (not the blue seats in the Limited!👍
With my current 2018 F-150 lease ending in a few days , I want a 2021 F-150 but I will wait for incentives from Ford .
Fun video Andre. I really like these “nuts and bolts “ kind of videos. I liked your XL configuration. When I have played with this I find that once I start loading up an XL I start crossing over into low XLT pricing ... then it gets confusing which way is better value. Any thoughts? Might make an interesting follow up.
Yes, this does happen. For me, it also comes down to the exterior look and available front-end options. This would be a good follow-up.
For these prices I'm looking at a HD Truck, but that's me. Of course not everyone one can utilize a truck of such, or properly due to the emissions equipment. You gotta wait for the big cash back and negotiate so that way you get the 10-15k in discount for the nice xlt or lariat, with will still be expensive for most people. Here in Co most house are 380k to start, add family, 2 vehicles, you'll need around $110-150k annually to be normal middle class. It just shows you how close people are living towards the edge when you see very nice vehicles 50k+ in most of the neighborhoods, very few actually can afford them on the financially 5-8% of them. Even if you lease them most of the payments are nearing the 1k mark with no money down unless its the special.
Andre, you have to at least go for the STX pkg...
Great personal choice Andre. I'd choose very similarly for my own use, maybe just going with Coyote instead.
I'm looking for a F-150 crew cab 8-ft bed FX4. With tow package. I don't know if Ford still offers the camper special. But I would also get that option if available. Would make a nice work truck
Great review!im in the market for a truck, first ever, I love F150 but isn’t just me ir i feel the rams have way better value in terms of price and what u get, but I think im leaning towards getting used 2018-2020 f150 sport
If you look under the hitch by the back bumber it Will tell you the towing and pay load
I dont understand why cruise control isnt standard on everything. I want a base truck with crank windows but you have to upgrade to get cruise control. Ford seems to always find one thing to add into upgrade packages that you dont need the extra
Very good video. Thanks a lot.
For the money they want for an f150 you can buy an xlt f250 , I paid 54k for my 2021 tremor, I feel it’s much more truck for the money, I thought about buying an 3.5 eco boost f150 but I’m glad I picked the f250
Andre I went with F150 Supercrew XLT w STX Powerboost 7.3kw 4x2 vs your 4v4 for same price so I need to see what dealer missed as I would have selected the 4x4
That’s Crazy Cool!!!! Love these vids.
$28,940 in year 2021 is equivalent to $25,153 in year 2011. Inflation is driving up cost but you’re getting a better built vehicle with better power, better MPG, better safety, better payload and towing capacity, and more comfort than you did 10 years ago. A lot more value today than back then. So that $4,000 increase really comes with a lot.
@69Mach I CJ I’m glad somebody understands agrees with me. Anytime I bring up this argument people call BS without researching how inflation works.
I am not exactly a Ford fan. Fox ignition switch, Wilderness and Steeltex tires, cruise control disconnect, etc. However, when it came to move from a one ton dually to something a little more civilized, Ford became the only option for a 1/2 ton truck. Ford has the best option choice of the other brands. You can pick and choose exactly what you want, if you are patient enough to order and wait for delivery. Ford's option choice is varied, and if you spend enough time, you can get exactly what you want. Not so with the other two US brands. Don't even go there with imports, it is basically, take to leave it. Speaking of economy, I gassed up a 3.5 Lariat with optional gas tank in Jackson, WY and the dash read 962 miles to empty.
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I know it’s too sooner know, but I am curious about the hybrid battery life and replacement cost.
I have a 17 F150 w.5.0 and I'm thinking about "upgrading" to one with the 3.5 equipped w/max tow OR step up to the F250 w/7.3 to pull my travel trailer (7500lbs GVWR) on more mountainous trips, but it also has to be my daily driver. What would y'all choose (no diesel)?
But the question is what happens with the Hybrid battery, when it goes bad? How expensive will it be to fix/switch battery?
Powerboost vs Ecoboost! Is it worth the upgrade? Highway driving the two look very similar mpg BUT powerboost only comes with smaller gas tank.. So range is actually better on standard Ecoboost??
The XLT 502a package is probably going to be the most popular.
I took a peak at one today in person, ah man I see a truck in my future😍😍😍😍😍🛻🛻🛻🛻
I’ve always been a Gm fan always had good experience and now i am thinking of getting an AT4 or TB , but that f150 tremor looks great , how is ford reliability ? Never had one if someone can help me with that because i want it as a daily driver and a weekend off roader
Is there a difference in the safety rating of a regular cab versus a extended or super crew cab?
Timely... heading to a dealer tomorrow.
Andreeeeee!!!! I need your help, please!!! I'm getting a mix of responses and I feel you are the man to speak to! Ford can be very confusing. I have been reading the 2021 Ford Towing Guide. Here is my scenario and please let me know if I am on the right track. I'm purchasing a boat and will receive it in August. The boat loaded (gas/engines/water) is 8500 lbs. The trailer for the boat is approx 1,200 lbs. To be conservative let's say I will be hauling 10,000 lbs WITHOUT A WD HITCH. I am considering a 2021 F-150, Lariat, Supercrew 4x4, 145.4 WB (short box) with a 3.5 V6 Ecoboost, 3.55 axel ratio, and Max Trailer Tow Package. The guide says this config = 13,900 lbs towing capacity (page 20 of the guide). This is not a work truck, so payload will just be people. I like to have as much room to play with even though won't exceed the 13,900 towing capacity the guide says or get near it. Unless I get a larger boat :0). The load cap is around 1,700 lbs more or less, and I am aware this number is lowered by the tongue weight. Based on these specs, AM I GOOD? Tongue weight should be between 600-800 lbs so no problem there. My confusion is...... Why does the trailer hitch say on the sticker under the vehicle, Class IV with a max tongue weight of 500 lbs and max conventional towing of 5k lbs? I've looked at several trucks with the above specs and every single hitch says the same thing??? Doesn't the hitch need to be a class V? Does this not matter because of the way the vehicle is ultimately configured? P.S. I wish they were as simple as GM/Chevy where they put the capacity nice and clear on all the trucks. It avoids having to do so much research.
Ford Towing Guide - www.fleet.ford.com/content/dam/aem_fleet/en_us/fleet/towing-guides/2021_Ford_RVandTrailerTowingGuide.pdf
Here is the link to the truck i built - shop.ford.com/build/f150/?intcmp=hp-rvv-bpbuild-f-150&hptid=fv-2800-hp%3Arvv%3Ana%3Ana%3AFord+F-150#/config/Config%5B%7CFord%7CF-150%7C2021%7C1%7C1.%7C502A.W1E..JX...LAR.AWD.998.CCAB.96W.60T.RETAIL.53C.43C.18S.SS5.%5D
Ford just priced themselves out of the market! Looked at a 21 lariat 66k with a small rebate! That’s what the Limited’s were selling for 2 years ago! Absolutely insane! So I went and bought a ram rebel fully loaded for 50k and that was still high in my opinion!!
Excellent move James!!!
Prices are getting outrageous. Nice choice.
@69Mach I CJ no your missing what I am saying. I am saying the lariat is costing what a limited did 2 years ago. They are going to price themselves out of the market. A limited f150 is almost 80k for a half ton truck! That’s insane! You can buy a Ram TRX for that kind of money!
@69Mach I CJ and the rebel I bought has every option a limited f150 has!
@69Mach I CJ sorry I may not have said it right I was just trying to say Ford has really jacked their prices up and ram and Chevy have kind have kept them somewhat affordable but hell 50k for a truck is still a ton of money! My first truck cost me 1500 bucks in the 90s lol
I saw the diesel motor was still available. Any word on what the future of this engine from Ford?
I have two f150's, 1997 & 2019. While installing a Roush CAI on the 19, it was still running when I popped the hood, I was surprised to see a "Hood Ajar" indication. With that said, WTF can't they put a "Tail Gate Ajar" or "Tail Gate Down" indication. I have tonneau covers on both and on more than a few occasions I left "contents" on the ground. I figure since they spent the time to let me know what's going on in front of me, how about letting me know what I can't see. Also, luv my engine compartment light on the 97.
When you get upwards of 80k on a 1/2 ton what’s the point in having one just get the 3/4 or 1 ton
May as well go for an XLT or Lariat with all these upgrades. That's ridiculous for a base truck.
Why wouldn't you just get an XLT? I think it's a better value than adding a bunch of options to the XL, some of which are already included on the XLT.
Because loaded XL is $3000 less than an XLT
@@ESPE2M1 10 min on Ford's configurator will tell you that's not true
@@dlg5485 it is absolutely true. I ordered a leaded XL for 46k and the same equipped XLT is 49k on the configurator. I don't know what you are doing wrong but as soon as you switch from XL to XLT there is a substantial price increase. I've spent hours on that system as well as the salesman from the dealership. If you need help with it go to your local dealership for assistance.
What has more rear leg room space the new 2021 supercrew f150 or the 2021 gmc sierra at4 ?
Andre, are you guys planning on doing a 2021 F150 hybrid vs diesel comparison any time soon? I'd love to see a mpg comparison both empty and towing. Financially, which is the better bet? I'd also like to see the difference in payload capacity and an Ike towing comparison. Thanks!
It depends if we can get these trucks for a test. If we can get our hands on them, then Yes!
I wonder if/when they will do a hybrid with the 2.7? Maybe as an option on lower trims?
This would be interesting. there is no official word on this yet.
Does it still porpoise while towing heavy loads?
The mirrors on the truck are not the greatest they leave a big blind spot that makes it hard to see what is beside you. The design of the mirrors is the problem. The rearview is to small and the side Mirrors were designed to lay flat so they are trapezoidal, this leaves the widest part of the mirrors way out at the edge the housing. So to get a good view you have to push the tilt back more then should be needed to see behind and to the side of you.
Great job Andre we love you
Is it just a new front end and interior? Or is all aluminum is new, like new cab and bed?
What’s the difference between HD and the Regular trucks?
Atleast they hold their vaule well, I see trucks with 150,000 miles going for 20 to 30k still.
Even though I love my 2018 F150 5.0 I would get the Tremor
I can almost see the lightning with that 3.5 HEV
'21 f150 xl with 3.5 ecoboost. Got it for 40k. msrp with 101a, stx and fx4. Look around and find what you like. Everyones opinion is different. Rams at the same price didnt do it for me.
That is good news. Thanks.
so would an XLT not be recommended? kinda skipped over that trim level
Roman needs to give you a raise! New trucks are now out of reach of the normal person. Got to have a six figure job to afford them or at least should.
Does anyone know how much payload capacity you lose with the hybrid?
The 5.0 consumes so much oil Ford needs to include a separate "oil tank" next to the fuel cell.
I thought the V8 that comes in the 2021 was new? It has cylinder deactivation, requires less engine oil, and I believe less engine coolant. Ford did some changes at the very least.
Insightful content Andre. Glad there are experts like you out on the internet to help those w/out a clue. :)
Wow... $52k for an XL Hybrid. Yeah, that's before rebates, but I don't think there's going to be many rebates on the new '21, especially the hybrid, for a while. I actually paid $46k for my '18 Lariat diesel Sport with EVERY option (it's equipped like a Limited without the fancy seats and no chrome). That's after rebates.
Good morning Andre!!!🌞...I like that Red Long Box...nice truck!! thanks Andre!!😎
Is there a real interior sound deadening difference between an xl stx & a lariat?
Good morning TFL! That column shifter in the XL kinda looks like a Chevy.
I agree that is is similar, but it is different enough from GM’s to tell a difference. I however am not a fan of the folding console shifter. Everyone I’ve seen online says it feels very cheap and there’s a lot of play in it. Plus who knows how much it would cost to fix if that folding mechanism breaks. Just imagine you fold the thing down and it gets stuck and won’t come back up🤣
Tremor with hybrid option would be a viable overland build
Waiting to see news on the Tremor.
Cruise control is not standard in 2021. That really pisses me off. Is there a way to add cruise control aftermarket? I really dont want to pay ford 1k for a $15 part.
I’m that guy looking at the F150 Tremor. Live in Fort Collins.
THANK YOU!
You are welcome!
Ford needs a standard six more like Chevy's. People don't want that high winding buzzy horsepower, but the low end torque that doesn't make the truck feel like it's struggling all the time. Best thing about Ford is ability to still get short wheelbase reg cab and 8ft extended cab that others no longer offer.
Wiring should be bundled on the frame to add trailer/tow package yourself?
Just add the connector??
Thats how my 2011 xlt was. Just a plug taped up under the frame to adapt back to the 7 pin from Reese.
Why did you personally choose the 5 1/2 bed over the 6 1/2? Interested in your thought.
It's a little easier to park. The shorter wheelbase is better for off road. The 6 1/2 will give a little better ride on the highway and better towing stability. The FX package will reduce both the payload and towing capabilities.
This is Andre. I was thinking about this question for a long time. The 6.5-foot bed is very handy to carry more stuff. If I wanted a full-time camping truck, I would go with a longer bed. However, the shorter bed offers more payload, and it is a little more manageable off-road. This is my thinking behind 5.5-foot bed. I am also worried a bit about the turning radius for daily driving.
Personally I would go to a supercab 6.5 over supercrew 5.5 if wheelbase was a concern. Can't stand 5.5 boxes, might as well get an suv and a man bun.
Agree with all said here. But I cant stand my short shirt box behind the crew. But it's a lease and I will eventually buy with 6.5 bed and heavy duty payload package. Thanks!
My mind is already made on either a Tremor Crew or a Lariat Hybrid Crew, just need to drive them
Yes
Love the F-150 Tremor look! What a beast!
Ya that tremor F150 is nice looking
One thing I may add to the context of the high MSRP pricing on these trucks is that if you're a savvy shopper and have time to wait for the best deals to strike, you may be able to get incentives close to (if not equivalent to) the ~$14,000 off MSRP I'm seeing on 2020 models now that it's the new year. To me, that's a fantastic deal if you can grab a 2021 XLT w/ PowerBoost, FX4, and 7.2kW Onboard in the sub $50,000 range at the beginning of 2022.
IMO I think it's too early in the 21' year to find a good value in this remake, price point for a well equipped HALF TON about $55K but far from getting a good value for your hard earned money. I really believe better value right now in the competition.
I didn’t even know you could still buy a truck that didn’t have cruise control as standard equipment.
Such bullshit.
in 2010 i was selling base regular cab GMC's for 19 out the door. This F150 base is 28k WOW!
In 1974, I could buy a can of Coca Cola for fifteen cents.
@@tedschmitt178 the difference is wages. Wages have not gone up 20% in the last ten years like Trucks MSRP has. In 1974 wages were less than half what they are now.
Looks like the powerboat is only available in super crew. That's too bad
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Gotta have cruise control
I'll take supercab xl 5.0 4x4 100a base package.
Why would you pay 4500$ for the hybrid to save maybe 100$ per month on fuel? Unless you`re going to keep the truck for more than 4-5 years, its not worth it.
What happens when one of the twin turbos on the v6 overheats and puts the truck into limp mode? One hill doeth not a tow test make, especially in the middle of 100 degree weather over a 10 hour day with max gcwr and A/C running. The v6 is junk. Get the 5.0 if you just want to be brand loyal.
Is this still true now that the new V8 has the unreliable cylinder deactivation valve train and low tension piston oil rings?
They added lots of failure modes to formerly reliable motor for a fraction an mpg of corporate fuel economy average.
I've seen the inside of 5.0 an 5.4. Mechanics are always asking what was Ford thanking when they built these engines
Isn’t the 5.0 V8 changed for 2021? I believe the oil capacity and engine coolant capacity have been changed which indicates some type of modification to the engine for 2021. And yes there is the new cylinder deactivation.
I might have missed it, but I wonder how the xlt trim truck compares to the xl he built. I put together a well loaded xlt hybrid a while back, I think it was in the high $50k range.
Saw an XLT with the 302A package, was loaded up with everything including the 7.2kw hybrid battery. The only thing I saw on the truck that kept it from being lariat status was leather and the guy paid $54k for it.
I ordered a loaded XL for 44k after rebate
The epa numbers mean nothing if you’re comparing 2wd to 4wd.
I love this channel! Ridiculously over valued and trade in value is less then half based on my research my next truck is gonna be a Toyota Tundra unless there new models fall in the same gutter as these over priced trucks anyone else feel the same way as I do? Under 50,000 for any pickup truck especially half ton models !!
I bought a new 2019 F150 5.0L and it burns nearly as much oil as gas. Don't even get me started on the 10 speed transmission (junk). If I had it to do all over again I would go with Toyota.
I have a 2018 Ram Hemi and it is good but the 2009 models are rotted to hell and mine just started to rust on the fenders. Toyota doesn't have those problems with there paint
The front grill looks out of place on the new models IMO
Agreed. And the headlights. They combined the 2016 Super Duty with 2020 150 headlights and kept the worst parts of both. The truck looks cheap and small in pictures. I know it’s not, but it looks that way. Speaking of looks, the bumper where the intercooler is located looks Ram-ish. Not the best design choice IMO.
except it is almost impossible to buy a lariat crew cab 6 1/2' bed
Special order one. My boss bought one but ordered it.
I love all the Ram comments. But go to trade that Ram in later and you will see the value add of Ford or GM
Rams are fairly high. GM is horrible. 🤷♂️
Scsb fx4 with the 5.0 for me with a few options! Would get the 3.73 rear gears as well!
With the 4.7:1 first gear you don't really need the stout axle ratio, and then the ultra OD isn't as fuel thrifty. I have 3.55 in mine and wish I had 3.15. V8 doesn't have a chance of hooking up, even on bone dry pavement.
@@kingelvis7035 yes I do need the 3.73 because I want them and that’s what I’ll get. I don’t care if the transmission First gear is 10.1.1 because I already have a truck with 3.31 gears and I hate them.