With the Ford F-150 confirmed for an Australian return next year, the Drive team picked the variants they’d spend their (imaginary) money on – including ones not headed for local showrooms.
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Customisation is in vogue at the moment, but choice can be seriously confusing. In our configurator challenge, we let the Drive team loose on a manufacturer’s website to create their ideal combination for a certain model.
With the confirmation on Tuesday of the Ford F-150 pick-up’s return to local showrooms in mid-2023, the Drive team built their ideal F-150 from the array of variants available in the US – including the not-for-Australia (yet) Lightning and Raptor.
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Sam Purcell, Off-Road Editor
While the Raptor no doubt tempted me, I went in a different direction this time. Base specification and single-cab body with some glorious steel wheels.
Made better by four-wheel drive, a locking rear differential and a 5.0-litre V8, this F-150 is a relative bargain at $US42,000 ($AU56,000). Perhaps there is a little extra in my imaginary kitty for some upgraded suspension and an aftermarket exhaust system. Nothing too loud; a satisfying burble would be lovely.
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Emma Notarfrancesco, Senior Journalist
I chose the F-150 Limited finished in Agate Black Metallic paint. It’s powered by the 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6 engine, paired to a 10-speed automatic transmission – like models bound for Australia.
Exterior additions include the retractable tonneau pickup box cover, while inside I specified the Max Recline driver and passenger seats, along with the fold-out work table. Being the Limited variant, most items I wanted were already included as standard.
In the way of accessories, I added the racks and carriers, fender flares, a paint protection package, trim kit and a roll-out camping bed. It will all set me back $AU115,600.
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Tom Fraser, Journalist
I’ve opted for the F-150 Lariat which suits its big butch look much better than the XLT. My specification is finished in the smart Atlas Blue metallic colour and selects 18-inch machine-faced wheels with all-terrain tyres. I’ve also selected the FX4 off-road package because it elevates the look just a little bit tougher.
I’m surprised I’m having to specify a 360-degree camera from the options list for such a huge dual-cab ute, but here we are. I imagine you definitely need one to manoeuvre the big Yank through tight Melburnian streets. Here’s hoping it becomes standard-fit on Aussie-spec cars!
Alex Misoyannis, Journalist
There might be a dizzying array of F-150 variants to choose from, but only one would really make me feel satisfied I’ve nabbed a good deal: the base F-150 Lightning Pro EV.
Priced from $US39,974 ($AU53,100) before dealer destination charges and options, it’s only a few thousand more than a base petrol-powered XL – yet scores an electric powertrain, more kit and a dual-cab body as standard (though only 370km of range).
I’ve kept my options to a minimum (not that there are many to pick from anyway): no-cost Agate Black paint to hide the ‘poverty pack’ black plastic grille, an easy-access step in the tailgate for $US430, and a spray-in tub liner for $US595.
All up, it’s $US42,694 drive-away ($AU57,000). That’s less than half the price of a flagship F-150 Lightning Premium – but good luck justifying that it’s twice as much ‘car’ (and for $US90,000, I’d rather a Rivian…).
Which Ford F-150 configuration is your favourite? Spec your own on Ford website, here.
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