The life of someone who lives with a Ford F-150 Tremor it’s different. The silence on board the pickup is a point that draws attention and little is heard from the outside world.
The report from CNN He lived with this characteristic over the course of 10 days with the large pickup truck. In addition to the silence, the F-150 Tremor There are other highlights and some “absurdities”, in a good way.
On the side of technology and off-road capability, the pickup surprises and has positive attributes. An example of this is that the Tremor is higher (3.8 cm) which results in a height from the ground 3 cm higher than the .
A F-150 Tremor it also receives reinforced shock absorbers, 275/70 R18 mixed-use tires, and other differentials with metallic protectors, electronic rear differential lock and Torsen front differential.
With an intelligent 4WD system and 4×2, 4×4 high, 4×4 low and 4×4 automatic options, the F-150 Tremor also has seven driving modes that adapt to each type of terrain:
- Normal;
- Eco;
- Sports;
- Slippery;
- Off-Road;
- Rock Crawl e;
- Tow/Transport.
Despite its size, performance is enhanced by the Coyote 5.0 V8 engine with 405 hp, 56.7 kgfm and a 10-speed automatic transmission. Gear changes are practically imperceptible and smooth. When accelerating, the Tremor goes from inertia to 100 km/h in 7 seconds.
With 2,550 kg of curb weight and a gigantic engine, it’s not to be expected fuel economy. However, considering the estimated price of R$580,000, the approximate cost of R$1,000 to fill the 136-liter tank with gasoline tends to have a limited impact on the consumer profile for which the model is intended.
In that segmentoperating expenses such as the value of supply are usually not decisive as a factor for purchase.
Despite all the positive points, which are the vast majority, the pickup commits some sins. Examples of this are glasses. Only the driver’s side has a one-touch system.
Another issue is the lack of butterflies behind the steering wheel for gear changes. You need to keep your right hand on the gear lever and make changes using a button. With your hands on the steering wheel, it would be safer to drive, especially when cornering.
Speaking of safety, the pickup has advanced driving assistance and has items such as lane maintenance and centering assistant, evasive maneuver assistant, blind spot monitoring with trailer coverage, adaptive cruise control with Stop&Go.
In addition, the large pickup truck is also equipped with autonomous braking and pedestrian detection assistant, intersection assistant, rear camera with object detection and hill descent assistant and eight airbags.
Discover 8 absurdities of the Ford F-150 Tremor:
1. Space
The internal space is a point that draws attention. Inside, the F-150 is super spacious. In practically all scenarios the pickup remains comfortable.
2. Onboard office
Setting up an “office” in the F-150 is super easy. To do this, simply move back the gear lever (using the torque of a button) and fold down the backrest to set up a traveling room.
3. Secret compartment
Under the seat there is a secret compartment for you to store some useful objects without taking up space in the truck bed.
4. Bucket
The bucket has an electric opening for opening. The space is also generous. There are 1,495 liters of volume and 671 kg of load capacity.
5. Generator
Another absurd thing, in a good way, is the Pro Power Onboard, an onboard generator with 127 V sockets that allows you to power electrical equipment and tools.
6. Tank
The F-150 Tremor tank has 136 liters of gasoline capacity. Depending on the average consumption, it is possible to exceed 1,000 km of autonomy with the pickup.
7. Pedal adjustments
To drive the pickup, it doesn’t matter how tall you are in the driver’s position. With pedal adjustment, it is much easier to find an ideal position to drive the large pickup truck.
8. Off-road capability
In addition to new entry (28°), exit (24.1°) and ramp transition (21°) angles, the pickup has a ground clearance of 27.7 cm and new 18″ wheels with General Grabber 275/70 All-Terrain tires. The water immersion capacity is 60 cm.
