As one of the higher trim levels in the current lineup, the new 2022 Ford F-150 Platinum is quite impressive. Not only does it boast luxurious features, but it is also home to a massive engine that generates enormous power. Coming soon to our dealership in Penticton, you can reserve this particular model right now.
Growling underneath the hood is a 5.0-litre Ti-VCT V8 engine that has been mated with a smooth-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission. Delivering 400 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque, this beast can tow up to 8, 391 kg depending on the cab style and bed length. Meanwhile, the box can manage a payload weighing up to 1,365 kg.
The front suspension is an independent double-wishbone unit with a stamped lower control arm and a coil-over-shock design. As for the rear, it has a conventional leaf spring suspension coupled with a solid axle. Heavy-duty gas-pressurized shock absorbers are found in the front and back for improved handling over rough terrain.
Finally, the average combined fuel economy - which varies slighting depending on the drivetrain - is set between 12.8 and 13.1 L/100 km.