Ford has teased an updated F-150 ahead of its reveal this week… and the introduction of the pre-update model in Australia this year.
A series of teasers from Ford show the F-150 wearing new, more three-dimensional tail light graphics as well as a fresh look up front with a restyled grille, bumper and lighting elements.
The updated pickup will be revealed on September 13.
It’s expected there could be tweaks to the F-150’s interior with the update as well, though it’s unclear what mechanical changes – if any – Ford will make.
The current, 14th-generation F-150 was only revealed in 2020, and it’s finally going on sale in Australia during the third quarter of 2023.
We’ve contacted Ford Australia to confirm what its plans are for the updated model.
The first Australian-spec examples of the current F-150 recently arrived locally and are currently in the process of being converted from left- to right-hand drive by RMA Automotive in Mickleham, Victoria.
Australian orders for the Ram 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado rival opened in February.
The local F-150 range currently starts at $106,950 before on-roads for the XLT SWB in Australia, and extends to $140,945 before on-roads for the Lariat LWB.
Two trim levels will be offered in the F-150 locally, both of which can be had in either short- (3683mm) or long-wheelbase (3987mm) guise. Regardless of which length you opt for, the F-150 will feature a two-row crew cab in Australia.
Unlike its American pickup rivals with their V8 engines, the F-150 will be powered by a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol engine. The EcoBoost V6 makes 298kW of power and 678Nm of torque.
With a braked towing capacity of 4500kg, the F-150 matches the Chevrolet Silverado and Ram 1500 when it comes to claimed heavy hauling ability.
The pickup will be backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and will be sold and serviced through the Ford Australia dealer network.
Ford Australia is aware of the F-150 Hybrid, Raptor, V8, and all-electric Lightning options. It hasn’t ruled out bringing them Down Under, but only once the remanufacturing process is established and demand for the EcoBoost has been proven.
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Current F-150
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