2015 Ford F150 Supercrew Truck

The 2015 V6 engine models include an Eco Boost and a 3.5L base model V6. The 5.0L V8 is the only eight cylinder engine available as an option above the V6 for this model year. A new 2.7L EcoBoost V6 is supposed to offer solid horsepower and torque for those more fuel economy minded buyers without compromising capabilities and the new 3.5L V6 will serve as the base model. Mechanics tend to complain about the problems with the EcoBoost engine and recommend the base model V6 if you want the best combination of good gas mileage and engine longevity.

In government crash-testing, the 2015 Ford F-150 earned a perfect 5-star score, better than Chevy and Dodge. The F-150 offers more safety equipment than the Dodge Ram.

Models by Engine

F150 Base V6

displaces 3.5 liters and offers 283 horsepower and 255lb-ft of torque.

3.5L V6 will allow a properly equipped 2015 F150 to tow 7,600 pounds.

The base V6 2015 F150 will also haul 1,910lbs.

Oil: 6 quarts of SAE 5W-20.

Tires on 4x4 model: 265/70 R17

F150 EcoBoost V6

The 2.7L EcoBoost gets the best fuel economy while still it can still tow up to 8,500 pounds when properly equipped. According to the EPA, it puts out 17 mpg in the city and 24 mpg highway.

Oil: 6 quarts of fully synthetic SAE 5W-30

F150 Twin-turbocharged 3.5L V6

3.5L EcoBoost V6. Twin-turbocharged DOHC 24-valve V-6, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection Displacement: 213 cu in, 3496 cc Power: 365 hp @ 5000 rpm Torque: 420 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm. 3,180-pound Max Payload and 12,200-pound Towing Capacity. 3.5L GTDI EcoBoost V6.

Recall issued: damaged cable in the block affecting 13,854 units could cause an electrical short and potential fire.

Oil: 6 quarts of fully synthetic SAE 5W-30 oil

F150 5.0L V8

It has 385 horsepower and 387 foot punds of torque, an 11,100-pound maximum towing capacity and can carry 3,300 pounds. The 5.0L gets just 15 mpg in the city and 22 on the highway.

5.0L V8 runs on 8 quarts of SAE 5W-20 oil.

Wheels and Tires

Bolt size is M14 x 1.5150 and to tighten torgue in lb ft (Nm) is (204 Nm). Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 kilometers) after any wheel disturbance (such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal).

• 2015 Ford F-150 XL Crew Cab 4WD O.E. 265/70 R17 factory tire size 17" wheels.

Those living in colder climates or with winter conditions that go below freezing should consider 3PMSF Tires which may be required in certain areas of Canada by government regulation.