Ford’s F-150 lineup is a fierce competitor in the full-size pickup segment. It’s the one of the most popular trucks on the market and it’s also among the most capable. With the 2024 model year, Ford has refreshed its flagship Platinum trim with a variety of new features that put it closer to luxury vehicles than ever before. It’s the kind of upgrade that can turn this truck into an everyday driver that you want to take to the airport or to the Cowboys game with family and friends.
Our test model was the Platinum 4×4 SuperCrew with Ford’s 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6 rated at 365 hp and 420 lb-ft of torque. This engine is paired to a six-speed automatic transmission and a two-speed transfer case. It’s the quickest, most powerful model in this generation of F-150s. It can tow up to 13,200 pounds and get a decent 18 mpg on the highway. More info www.fordofcolumbiacity.com/new-ford/f-150-columbia-city-in.htm
Its upscale interior is loaded with features that make this one of the most luxurious pickups on the market. Our test model was equipped with a panoramic moonroof, power-deployable running boards and a wide range of premium amenities like a power-tilt/telescoping steering wheel, memory driver seat, real wood interior trim, heated and cooled front seats and a dual pair of 110-volt, 400-watt outlets.
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On-road, the F-150 Platinum feels a bit truckish in ride and handling, but it does a decent job of reining in its worst excesses. We were able to drive it comfortably on a highway slog, and it had enough grunt for passing slow cars in small windows of opportunity.