
2021–2026 Ford F-150
3.5L EcoBoost V6
What Scouts Say
Critics Consensus
The 2021 F-150 offers strong engines and clever features like foldaway gear selector creating flat workspace, PowerBoost hybrid with loads of power getting 20 mpg, and super roomy very quiet crew cabs. However, didn't make significant step forward overall with only incremental improvements in ride comfort and handling agility. 27 recalls reported. 2.7L turbo V6 gets only 19 mpg.
Expert Reviews (3)
The 2021 F-150 offers strong engines and clever features like foldaway gear selector creating flat workspace, PowerBoost hybrid with loads of power getting 20 mpg, and super roomy very quiet crew cabs. However, didn't make significant step forward overall with only incremental improvements in ride comfort and handling agility. 27 recalls reported. 2.7L turbo V6 gets only 19 mpg.
Pros
- ✓PowerBoost hybrid: loads of power, 20 mpg overall
- ✓Super roomy crew cabs with very quiet cabins
- ✓Clever features: foldaway gear selector creates workspace
Cons
- ⚠No significant step forward - only incremental improvements
- ⚠27 recalls on this vehicle
- ⚠2.7L turbo V6 only 19 mpg overall vs 21 EPA
The PowerBoost hybrid delivers exceptional 723 miles single-tank range achieving 24.2 mpg combined with strong 430 HP and 570 lb-ft torque providing Raptor-like urgency, extremely quiet cabin with refined ride quality, and city electric-only mode allowing silent cruising. Intermittent drivetrain clunkiness with loud clicks and kicks. Price steep at $65,256 XLT with cloth seats. Heavy traffic depletes battery quickly.
Pros
- ✓Exceptional range: 723 miles single tank, 24.2 mpg combined
- ✓Strong performance: 430 HP, 570 lb-ft torque, Raptor-like urgency
- ✓Extremely quiet cabin with refined long-distance ride quality
Cons
- ⚠Drivetrain clunkiness: kicks and loud clicks when engine activates
- ⚠Steep price: $65,256 XLT with cloth seats
- ⚠Heavy traffic depletes battery quickly, forces gas engine reliance
The hybrid delivers exceptional powertrain with 430 HP and absurd 570 lb-ft torque with impressive refinement, dramatically improved next-level interior closing gap with Ram 1500 using higher quality materials, and useful work features (Pro Power Onboard, Interior Work Surface, Max Recline). Unnecessarily loud running boards like raising landing gear. Doors require far too much effort to shut, need slamming - poorest tested. Sloppy adhesive visible at door seams.
Pros
- ✓Exceptional hybrid: 430 HP, 570 lb-ft torque with refinement
- ✓Dramatically improved next-level interior vs Ram 1500
- ✓Useful work features: Pro Power Onboard, Work Surface, Max Recline
Cons
- ⚠Loud running boards: unnecessarily noisy like landing gear
- ⚠Poor door closure: require too much effort, need slamming
- ⚠Quality issues: sloppy adhesive visible at door seams
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