Building upon the success of the 2.7-litre EcoBoost and first-generation 3.5-litre EcoBoost engines, the second-generation 3.5-litre EcoBoost engine will bring about several enhancements in terms of power and efficiency. Of course, the 2017 Ford F-150 new engine specs and capabilities would be much less impressive without the help of the all-new, Ford-built 10-speed automatic transmission. Let’s take a closer look.
“The powertrain is the heart of every F-150, and together our all-new 3.5-liter EcoBoost and 10-speed transmission will give our customers better power, efficiency and confidence.”
-Raj Nair, Ford executive vice president, Product Development, and chief technical officer
Perhaps the most notable change for the F-150’s second-generation 3.5-litre EcoBoost engine is the increase in torque. The new engine offers 450 lb-ft torque, which is better than any other gasoline- or diesel-powered V6 engine on the market. It is also built with new, advanced components designed to improve drivability, efficiency, and performance.
The all-new, Ford-first dual-direct and port fuel-injection system includes two injectors per cylinder that work together to enhance engine power output, efficiency, and emissions.
The engine’s all-new turbochargers work together with Ford-first electrically activated wastegates and a lighter turbine wheel to deliver more boost, improved efficiency, and better responsiveness.
This engine feature helps save on fuel and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by shutting off the engine when the vehicle is at a complete stop—that is, except when towing or in four-wheel-drive mode.
Along with the second-generation 3.5-litre EcoBoost engine, the 2017 Ford F-150 also offers an all-new, Ford-built 10-speed automatic transmission, which delivers improved acceleration and performance when compared to the previous six-speed automatic transmissions. The new 10-speed transmission is designed with wide-span gear spacing and drag-reducing actions for better efficiency as well as best-in-class towing capabilities. Advanced, lightweight materials improve performance, while smarter shift logic allows for added confidence in tow/haul mode. In fact, the new 10-speed automatic transmission utilizes all-new real-time-adaptive shift-scheduling algorithms to ensure it’s in the right gear at the right time for the best possible driving experience.
Stay tuned for additional details about the 2017 Ford F-150 and its new engine. Our team at Sherwood Ford will provide you with more information as it becomes available. In the meantime, feel free to take a look at our new Ford inventory and schedule a test drive today!
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