2021 Ford® F-150 Truck | Capability Features

2021 F-150

CAPABILITY

PURPOSE-DRIVEN

No matter when, where or how you use an F-150, capability always comes through. Every aspect of this detail-oriented truck was sculpted with a specific purpose in mind — to back up your ambition. And to prove it, the all-new F-150 outperforms every other truck in its class with best-in-class available towing* and payload. **
*Max towing on F-150 SuperCab 8’ box and SuperCrew 4x2 with available 3.5L EcoBoost, Max Trailer Tow Pkg. Not Shown. F-150 XLT SuperCrew PowerBoost 4x4 shown. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR. Max towing varies based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories and number of passengers.
**Max payload on F-150 Regular Cab 8’ box 4x2 with available 5.0L V8 engine and Max Trailer Tow and Heavy-Duty Payload Pkgs. Not shown. F-150 XLT SuperCrew PowerBoost 4x4 shown. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR. Max payload varies and is based on accessories and vehicle configuration. See label on door jamb for carrying capacity of a specific vehicle.
Payload and towing are independent attributes and may not be achieved simultaneously.
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A 2021 Ford F 1 50 with a Skid Steer Loader in tow
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    BEST-IN-CLASS AVAILABLE TOWING

    The all-new 2021 F-150 doesn’t pull punches. But it does pull just about everything else with best-in-class 14,000 lbs. of available towing capability. *
    *Max towing on F-150 SuperCab 8’ box and SuperCrew 4x2 with available 3.5L EcoBoost, Max Trailer Tow Pkg. Not shown. F-150 King Ranch SuperCrew 4x4 shown. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR. Max towing varies and is based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories and number of passengers.
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    BEST-IN-CLASS AVAILABLE PAYLOAD

    Reducing weight is an effective way to increase payload. That’s just another huge benefit of the redesigned F-150 body and bed built of lightweight, high-strength, military-grade aluminum alloy. What results is a best-in-class* available payload rating of 3,325 lbs. in F-150 models powered by the legendary available Ford 5.0L V8.
    *Max payload on F-150 Regular Cab, 8’ box 4x2 with available 5.0L V8 engine and Max Trailer Tow and Heavy-Duty Payload Packages. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR. Max payload varies and is based on accessories and vehicle configuration. See label on doorjamb for carrying capacity of a specific vehicle.
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    CLASS-EXCLUSIVE POWERBOOST™ FULL HYBRID

    The available 3.5L PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6 engine is an army of one, harnessing the combined effort of gas and electric energy in a single, torture-tested powertrain and using its collective might to lift, tow and carry the load. It’s the type of raw power that gives this class-exclusive engine* a max towing capacity of 12,700 lbs.,** 430 horsepower and 570 lb.-ft. of torque.†
    *Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR.
    **Max towing on F-150 XL SuperCrew,® PowerBoost, 4x2 with Max Trailer Tow Pkg. Not shown. F-150 King Ranch® SuperCrew, PowerBoost, 4x4 shown. Max towing varies based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories and number of passengers.
    †Calculated via combined performance of the engine and electric motor(s) with peak battery power. The calculations utilize SAE J1349® engine results and Ford electric motor dyno testing. Your results may vary.
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AVAILABLE FORD CO-PILOT360™ TECHNOLOGY

Sometimes it’s just you and your F-150 out there. Good thing it has your back. Smarter than ever, the all-new F-150 looks out for you whether you’re towing, changing lanes or finding a spot to park. The advanced, purposeful technology and capability help keep you in control while getting it all done.
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AVAILABLE BLIS® WITH TRAILER COVERAGE

Available BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Trailer Coverage is a little added assistance out on the road. This system can help add confidence on the road by alerting you if a vehicle is detected in your truck’s or trailer’s blind spot.10  With the available telescoping trailer tow mirrors, you can get an even better look at what you’re towing, helping create a strong sense of security during lane changes and wide turns.
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LANE-KEEPING SYSTEM

It happens. While on the job or heading to your favourite outdoor getaway, you’ve wandered too close to the edge of your lane. Luckily, the available Lane-Keeping System10 ,138  can help you stay in your lane, even during a moment of distraction. This smart feature scans your vehicle’s position between the lines in the road ahead and can alert you if you’re starting to edge out of your lane. Having trouble staying on track? After you’ve drifted a few times, you’ll see a coffee cup icon, letting you know it’s time to take a break.10
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PRE-COLLISION ASSIST WITH AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Hazards along the way can arise, anywhere, at any time. This feature is designed to scan the road ahead and can alert you to a potential collision with a vehicle or pedestrian detected ahead of you.118  If an impact becomes imminent and you don’t take corrective action, the brakes can apply automatically. But they’ll only activate if they’re needed.10
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AUTO HIGH-BEAM HEADLAMPS

We’ve all been there. Heading into a pitch-black stretch of road and having to turn on the high beams, then forgetting to turn them off as oncoming traffic approaches. Now, unlit roads, dark peripheries and other low visibility situations don’t have to catch you off guard. Auto High-Beam Headlamps10  can sense poor lighting conditions and switch on to light your path ahead. They even sense oncoming headlights and dim automatically so you don’t have to worry about blinding other drivers. So you can keep your focus — and both hands on the wheel.
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2021 Ford F 1 50 displaying how advanced cruise control functions

AVAILABLE INTELLIGENT ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

Tech that makes your long drive feel like a cruise. Not only does available Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go10 ,174  help you keep your pace, it can also slow down your vehicle if the traffic ahead has stopped or slowed. As soon as things clear, you’ll get right back to where you left off. And that’s not the only way it levels up your cruise control experience. The added Lane Centering feature scans lane markings to help keep your F-150 on track. With Speed Sign Recognition to go along with it, you can stay up to speed, even if you missed the signs.*10
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*If vehicle is stopped for more than three seconds, driver must intervene and press “RES” button or accelerator pedal to resume system operation.
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ON-DEMAND REAR VIEW CAMERA

Whenever you want to check on your trailer or make sure there’s nothing behind you, the Rear View Camera10  provides a sharp 180-degree view. The camera also works on demand, so you don’t have to be in Reverse to keep an eye on your cargo.
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AVAILABLE PRO TRAILER BACKUP ASSIST™

Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, backing up with a trailer can be challenging. This available feature makes it as easy as turning a knob – simply rotate in the direction you want the trailer to go and Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ 9  responds accordingly.
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HILL DESCENT CONTROL™

Hill Descent Control™ 10  is essentially a cruise control system that uses traction control technology with anti-lock brakes. This system continually adjusts braking pressure to help control slippage and maintain a constant preset speed while you are going down a steep grade. This capability helps you concentrate on steering since you don’t have to apply the brakes or downshift the transmission. On a downhill grade, Hill Descent Control10  can maintain a vehicle speed between 3 and 19 kph. Above 32 kph, the system remains activated, but the descent speed cannot be set until you are below 32 kph again.
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AVAILABLE CONNECTED BUILT-IN NAVIGATION

Whether it means missing a flight or just losing your cool, a wrong turn can put a dent in your day. But like a Sherpa for trips large and small, the available connected built-in Navigation System can help you stay confidently on course. But that’s not all. It can also point you to the nearest gas stations or coffee shops. *
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*Navigation services require SYNC®  4 and FordPass™  Connect (optional on select vehicles), complimentary connected service and the FordPass App (see FordPass terms for details).
Customer receives a complimentary 3-year trial of navigation services when an eligible vehicle is added to a member’s FordPass account. Trial period begins on the New Vehicle Warranty start date. At the end of the complimentary period, navigation service will terminate.
Connected service and features depend on compatible Bell network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features.
FordPass App, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.
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AVAILABLE EVASIVE STEERING ASSIST

Traffic is rolling along smoothly when suddenly there’s a slow or stopped vehicle in your path. This available feature can help make it easier to potentially avoid a collision. It doesn’t steer for you, but it can provide extra steering support if the system’s warning goes off and you need to manoeuvre around the vehicle ahead.10
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AVAILABLE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST 2.0

Parking made easy – even in tight parallel or reverse perpendicular spots. When engaged, Active Park Assist 2.0 can help locate a potential spot. Then all you have to do is brake to a complete stop, shift into Neutral and hold down the Active Park Assist9  button – your vehicle does the rest. Available Active Park Assist 2.09  also offers park out assist with side-sensing capability so you can confidently navigate out of a parking spot when someone’s parked too close to you.
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A 2021 Ford F 1 50 being parallel parked

AVAILABLE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST 2.0

Parking made easy – even in tight parallel or reverse perpendicular spots. When engaged, it can help locate a potential spot. Then all you have to do is brake to a complete stop, shift into Neutral and hold down the Active Park Assist button – your vehicle does the rest. Available Active Park Assist 2.0 also offers park out assist with side-sensing capability so you can confidently navigate out of a parking spot when someone’s parked too close to you.10  
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AVAILABLE ON-DEMAND REAR VIEW CAMERA

The Rear View Camera10 is available on your centre dash display at your command. You don’t even have to be in Reverse. At the touch of the button you can activate the camera to check on your hardware in tow or scope out the traffic behind you. When you have to reverse, you’ll get not only a rear visual, but your screen will also display guidelines to help you navigate. Fixed guidelines direct you when you’re going straight back. Active guidelines show the path you intend to take when you’re backing up on a curve off the straight line. If you’re towing a trailer, a centre guideline helps you line it up with your trailer hitch. And there are enhanced park aids indicating which side an object is on and how close it is, as well as coloured lines showing how close you are moving to an object behind your vehicle.10
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AVAILABLE NEW LED ADAPTIVE DYNAMIC BENDING HEADLAMPS

F-150 provides bright, efficient and long-lasting illumination. On the road, available LED projector headlamps with Adaptive Dynamic Bending give you a clear view of the road, adjusting for clarity around curves and creating a wide beam to help you see off to the side.
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A 2021 Ford F 1 50 towing a trailer around a curve at night

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