After Owning My Ford F-150 Hybrid for Over a Year, I Changed My Mind About a Few Things

I purchased a 2021 Ford power boost with the 7.2 kW inverter generator on the tailgate – my very first pick up truck which I use to tow a 7000 pound trailer across North America… for me the inverter generator provides me with complete independence when trailering – I can power my RV completely when I’m boondocking (or my house should the power fail). I get roughly 24 to 26 miles per gallon in the city which is a significant game changer for a truck used in urban areas… I’m totally puzzled why Ford hasn’t come out with a plug-in Ford F150 hybrid with 60 to 80 miles of electric only range – this would enable owners to drive gas free during the week and completely change the economic formula for owning a pick up truck…. No range anxiety, retain the tailgate on board generator, no worry about lagging infrastructure and really long distance towing capability… Ford would capture people interested in exploring electric vehicles but not yet ready to commit to electric. I think FORD would sell a boatload of these products if they took the next step…

I wouldn't complain averaging over 21mpg at that altitude and lots of off-roading

21,4 MPG is actually pretty good when you think of everything you did with the truck, including towing upper hill and off-roading.

I just picked up my 2022 powerboost in large part due to your reviews Andre. I have about 1500 miles on it now and have averaged anywhere from 25-29 mpg in the city with it. On the freeway I average between 21-25 as well. My neighbor has a 22 150 2.7 work truck and as it happened we had a 35 mile run that was the same, mostly highway, I wound up with 25, he was 19.1 for the same loop. When Andre looks at the 21 mpg he was getting dissappointed for some reason. You gotta remember that’s city/highway, idle time, towing etc. honestly that’s substantial. I would be willing to bet on a day to day basis that 2.7 would average more like 15-16 when used everyday, with idling and towing etc. 21 mpg is 30 percent less fuel being used than that 2.7. Which is substantial

Stance is fine. I don’t understand people wanting to install levelling kits. It’s meant to be level when loaded.

Why would 21.4 MPG be disappointing if 23 MPG was the rating? Didn't you say you've been towing and doing 0-60 sprints? Thanks for the update Andre, always love the long term reviews. Keep up the great work!

The FORD F150 PowerBoost is the BEST all around truck on the market today...IMHO. It just makes sense. I wish FORD would do that with the Bronco and SuperDuty line. Nice video!

I have a 2021 F150 STX have travelled 21000 miles in 10 months never been back to the dealer for anything have done 4 oil changes average fuel is 23mpg it is a great truck has the 2.7 ecoboost and yes I do tow with it as well

The F-150 FX4 Hybrid with 7.2kw Power Onboard is the best all-around pickup in its class. Period.

My 20-year-old F-150 has almost 300,000 miles and running strong! I've always used Automotive Wolf car care software to track all the maintenance and send me text reminders when any service is due. Does a great job! I'm not looking to upgrade my truck for another 10 years :)

I am so glad to see you guys review a work truck for once. For me, I am not interested in your reviews of high end models. Keep up the good work. Thanks.

When you consider that the Honda 7000 watt generator is around $5000, the upgrade cost on your truck is a great deal. It’s integrated and has way more capability. I have the same mirrors on my truck and absolutely love them.

Thanks Andre & TFL team for the great work you guys do! We are very proud that you are part of the F150LEDs family and to have helped improve your Ford ownership experience by upgrading your headlights. We look foward to continuing to provide the highest quality LED lighting components possible for your future Ford trucks as well!

Traded my 2018 for a 2021 hybrid lariat drives great also very quiet. Really has good power and plenty of technology. Have moved my weather tech floor mats from the 2015 ,2018 ,now 2021. Enjoy your info as always Andre.

Love my power boost xlt. Great when we lost power 2 times, just hooked my rv and ran the ac . For rust I've used OSPHO for decades . So nice not having to take a heavy generator in the bed.

I own the Powerboost “Lariat model” and I don’t have any of the issues you had with the truck. I haul 15-25 scuba tanks plus gear with it almost everyday and get 22-23mpg with it. And I don’t tend to drive slow! I have at times drove the speed limit and get 24-25mpg. I also use the generator from time to time and no matter what I plug in to it, it powers it. 🙌🏻

On my 18 platinum I installed an aftermarket intercooler and piping along with a catch can and it is the perfect tow rig. Intake Temps get high in the summer so they do run a little hot. Now its cool as ever towing cars mowers anything in the summer. Also for the catch can haters... if you see what it keeps from going into your charge pipes, intercooler, and engine you would get one as well. It goes a long way on amy boosted engine for longevity. Its not a matter if Ford got it right or not. Its about facts and everytime I pour it out I am thankful. Good video Andre, I hope she holds up another year for you. Also the mpg will get close to rating but I dont think towing 5000 plus lbs is included in the epa rating. Just a thought

I use to do MPG test on customer vehicles at Ford Dealerships when there was a complaint or concern and most of the time the test were really close to Manufactures specs. One that I remember was a 1986 F150 and was 11 mpg . A lot has changed for sure.

Nice review. I'm a fan of weathertechs too but got to give you props for being honest about them being a sponsor.

Fantastic honest up to date review. The perfect reason why I keep coming back. Your opinion and view is highly appreciated by me. And while I do not need a truck IF I did, this would be on my radar. It is perfect the way it is. IMO. I would not modify it. And sure, the extra $ for the hybrid/inverter feels steep, I would probably do it myself. When the power goes out, it is a NICE feature to have to power home items. Thanks Andre. :)