DALLAS - The signature class-leading capability and durability of the Ford F-150 are enhanced for 2011 with projected class-leading fuel economy and performance, according to the manufacturer. Ford F-Series, America's best-selling truck for 33 years running, now comes equipped with an all-new powertrain lineup that will deliver best-in-class horsepower, torque and projected fuel-economy leadership.

"For the past 33 years, the Ford F-150 has stood alone as the truck people really rely on," said Mark Fields, Ford president of The Americas. "The class-leading capability of the F-150, combined with the durability that defines 'Built Ford Tough,' has made it the No. 1 choice of full-size pickup buyers. Now for 2011, that class-leading towing and payload capability is enhanced even further with engines that deliver projected class-leading fuel economy, allowing our customers to be more productive by maximizing their workload and their fuel economy."

Including the 3.5-liter EcoBoost, which will be available in early 2011, a total of four new powertrains are available in the 2011 F-150. Each new engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Ford is the first and only manufacturer to equip its entire full-size pickup truck lineup with fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmissions as standard

Another fuel saver is the addition of class-exclusive electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) to the 3.7L V-6, 5.0L V-8, and 3.5L EcoBoost powertrains. The EPAS system replaces a conventional hydraulic system, which runs continuously off the engine, with a system that draws power only when needed. Additionally, EPAS enables several other driver convenience technologies and provides better steering feel. Ford is the first manufacturer to widely offer EPAS on full-size pickup trucks.

"The 2011 Ford F-150 lineup offers our customers the widest array of powertrain solutions," said Bob Fascetti, director of large gas and diesel engine engineering. "From the entry-level to the high-end customer, each 2011 F-150 will deliver projected best-in-class capability, power and fuel economy along with features and conveniences our competition can't match."

A look at the new engine lineup
The three new truck engines available at launch are the 3.7L V-6 and 5.0L V-8, each with fuel-saving and performance-enhancing twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) technology, and a version of the 6.2L V-8 that is the base engine in the 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty. Here are the highlights of each new engine:

3.7L Four-Valve Ti-VCT V-6

• Best-in-class 302 horsepower at 6,500 rpm vs. V-6 competitors

• Unsurpassed 278 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm vs. V-6 competitors

• Projected best-in-class fuel economy

• Best-in-class 6,100 pounds maximum trailer tow vs. V-6 competitors

5.0L Four-Valve Dual-Overhead-Camshaft Ti-VCT V-8

• Best-in-class 360 horsepower at 5,500 rpm vs. standard V-8 competitors

• Best-in-class 380 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,250 rpm vs. standard V-8 competitors

• Best-in-class 10,000 pounds maximum trailer tow vs. standard V-8 competitors

6.2L Two-Valve Single-Overhead-Camshaft V-8

• Best-in-class 411 horsepower at 5,500 rpm vs. all competitors

• Best-in-class 434 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,500 rpm vs. all competitors

• Best-in-class 11,300 pounds maximum trailer tow vs. all competitors

3.5L Ti-VCT EcoBoost

• 365 horsepower at 5,000 rpm on regular fuel

• Best-in-class 420 lb.-ft. of torque at 2,500 rpm vs. premium V-8 competitors

• Up to 90 percent of peak torque available from 1,700 rpm to 5,000 rpm

• Best-in-class 11,300 pounds maximum trailer tow vs. all competitors

• Best-in-class 3,060 pounds payload vs. all competitors