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2008 Ford F-150 Review Summary

Read this professional review summery and road test of the latest new 2008 Ford F-150 with a complete test drive evaluation in all driving situations including an overview of the Truck's specifications, 17 hwy / 13 city fuel economy, safety features and more.

2008 F-150 Review Summary & Specs

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2008 F-150 Review Summary & Specifications

The Ford F-150 delivers a strong combination of style, interior comfort, performance, ride and handling. With six major trim variants and a choice of drivetrains and body styles, there's an F-150 for every type of pickup owner.

NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Jim McCraw reported from Dearborn, Michigan, with G.R. Whale and Mitch McCullough reporting from Los Angeles.

2008 Ford F-150 Specs
Vehicle CategoryPickups
EditorNew Car Test Drive
Model LineupFord F-150 XL Regular Cab 2WD long bed ($17,645); STX SuperCab 4WD Flareside ($29,045); XLT SuperCab 4WD short bed ($30,295); FX4 SuperCab 4WD LWB ($32,295); Lariat SuperCrew 2WD LWB ($32,595); King Ranch 4WD LWB ($38,795); Harley-Davidson AWD ($39,500)
Engines (standard)5.4-liter sohc 24-valve V8
Engines (optional)202-hp 4.2-liter ohv 12-valve V6; 248-hp 4.6-liter sohc 16-valve V8; 300-hp 5.4-liter sohc 24-valve V8
Transmissions (standard)4-speed automatic
Transmissions (optional)5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic
Safety Equipment (standard)ABS, smart front airbags
Safety Equipment (optional)traction control, reverse sensing system
Basic Warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled InKansas City, Missouri; Dearborn, Michigan
Manufacturer Phone1-800-392-FORD
Manufacturer URLwww.ford.com
Base Price MSRP17345


2008 Ford F-150 Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPFord F-150 SuperCrew FX4 short box ($34,395)
Standard Equipmentair conditioning, 5.4-liter V8, 4-speed automatic, P275/65R18 tires, power steering, power disc brakes, power windows, power locks, cruise control, AM/FM/CD, remote keyless entry, sport cloth 40/20/40 split bench front seat w/manual driver and passenger lumbar
Destination Charge925
Options as Tested (MSRP)limited-slip rear differential ($300); LT275/65R18 tires ($275); captain's chairs/console ($695); power driver seat ($285); adjustable pedals ($120); trailer tow package ($350); towing mirrors ($220); Audiophile stereo ($550); rearview camera ($450); moonroof ($995)
Gas Guzzler Tax
Price as Tested39560
Layoutfour-wheel drive
Horse Power300 @ 5000
Torque365 @ 3750
Fuel Economy
Wheelbase138.5
Length/Width/Height223.8/78.9/73.5
Track Front/Rear
Turning Radius45.1
Seating Capacity5
Front Head/Hip/Leg room40.9/63.8/41.3
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room39.6/63.1/39.0
Trunk Volume
Payload1565
Towing Capacity9300
Front Suspensionindependent, coil springs
Rear Suspensionlive axle, leaf springs
Ground Clearance
Curb Weight5481
Stock TiresLT 275/65R18 all-terrain
Brakes Front/Rearvented disc/vented disc with ABS
Fuel Capacity30.0
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