The Ford F150 Hybrid With Pro Power Is THE Slept On Overland Rig Of 2021...Here's Why

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  • @dwnshft
    @dwnshft  3 года назад +6

    Special thanks to my Patrons for their support of the channel! Would you have a hybrid over a raptor or a tundra trd pro?

    • @ContagusCars
      @ContagusCars 3 года назад +3

      I like the Raptor just because of the body styles. I can't afford any of them so there you go 🤣🤣

    • @parkerkey7349
      @parkerkey7349 3 года назад +1

      Ford all day

    • @gamerjenkins2053
      @gamerjenkins2053 3 года назад +3

      I ordered one in Feb2021. First time buying a vehicle that wasn't sitting in the lot. Still waiting for it :(. But I'm super excited.
      I went in aiming for the V8 5.0 or even a super duty 7.3 and was like "Hybrid... bah". After I tried every engine, I said "well can't skimp and not try them all" and tried the Powerboost. I was blown away with the performance. When I was pulling out of the dealer for a test run, being able to move it on battery only was cool, not sure how long it can go on battery only before the gas kicks in. If that electric engine is a foreshadowing of what the electric f150 is going to be like, things will be exciting. Hopefully they can get a 500 range capacity. The price point was a hit, but the way I look at it and eventually reasoned to myself, this will probably be the last gas vehicle I'm going to buy. Like you said, has space everywhere (for a family), the work table in the console and the bed, good tow rating, 7200 W inverter was a big +, I look forward to using power tools for working on things away from a house outlet. I hope the batteries will last a while and if not will be replaceable fairly easily. Hopefully they don't go down the road of being proprietary like Tesla. I also hope the Turbos last. I was seeing some people installing a oil separator / catch can so oil particles don't get fed back into the intake. Sounds like it shouldn't be too big of an issue with port and direct injection.
      Final thoughts, I feel Ford went out on a limb to push the envelope trying to give the best of all worlds (Gas - Turbo - Electric - Tech - Function) in this model and succeeded. Time will tell if it holds up over time like other models.

  • @ronwoods1834
    @ronwoods1834 3 года назад +64

    They need to do the powerboost with the Tremor package. That really would be a great overlanding rig right off the lot.

    • @Ivan-ud1gr
      @Ivan-ud1gr 3 года назад +4

      Trade offs in payload and powertrain (power on board).

    • @Daniel-ux8tx
      @Daniel-ux8tx 3 года назад

      YES! That would be my perfect truck.

    • @jux1381
      @jux1381 3 года назад

      Oollllp

    • @dr.blast__2713
      @dr.blast__2713 2 года назад

      Couldnt u call them up and ask?

  • @wheelslip
    @wheelslip Год назад +7

    With 96k miles on my 2021 Powerboost it has been very reliable truck. Only issues was a rear seal leak and a transmission sensor failure both were covered under warranty. I would purchase another Powerboost today.

    • @TobitRincon
      @TobitRincon 2 месяца назад

      Is the Powerboost still running smooth?

    • @wheelslip
      @wheelslip 2 месяца назад

      @@TobitRincon 118k and besides having to have the transmission rebuilt at 103k and now my drivers side DRL is out but besides that all is smooth.

  • @uconnapharm
    @uconnapharm 3 года назад +17

    I have been designing a Ford Transit AWD Cargo Van CONVERSION to a Overland Rig for the last 18 months. All my hard work got thrown out the window when I learned of the F150 Powerboost option of 7.2Kw generator. I can only own one vehicle and I am willing to give up a tall roof van that I can stand up in , and a lot of storage space and interior capability a van gives you ; for the ability to run my New England residence during a power outage ( snow or ice storm ) or go cross country traveling and and sleep in a tent yet be able to power virtually any electric device I carry with me or I walk into a Walmart and purchase while on the road ( space heater , refrig , slow cooker , chain saw , air compressor etc etc etc ) An AWD van conversion may be a better place to sleep while on the road , put the capabilities / potential of a 7.2Kw generator on the road are ENDLESS imo

    • @RWmoose
      @RWmoose 3 года назад

      I had a dream of converting a Transit too but I must admit the idea of having a slide-in camper makes more sense. First thing being that if for a reason your engine blows up or anything major, you're not gonna lose the investment that you put in the back of your van. You just put the camper on another truck! Now with a truck like that it makes even more sense! The lightning could be cool too but I don't think the range is enough for what I plan to do like camping in the rockies in the middle of winter...

    • @MrGtronx
      @MrGtronx 2 года назад

      get an Alu Cabin, the are coming out one for the ford 150 power boost..

  • @douglasfernandez7996
    @douglasfernandez7996 3 года назад +20

    I traded my 2018 Raptor in on a new Platinum power boost. I went through the same line of reasoning as you did. After 32000 miles I never took it off road. Beside the Raptor being super kool, the new power boost Platinum has a lot more to offer for the same price.

    • @Daniel-ux8tx
      @Daniel-ux8tx 3 года назад

      Hey - so I’m curious, have you gone Offroad yet with Powerboost? I’m considering it over the Raptor as well for many of the reasons stated in the video….has it been for you?

    • @douglasfernandez7996
      @douglasfernandez7996 3 года назад +4

      @@Daniel-ux8tx The Power Boost is very capable off road. The Raptor can go over rougher terrain because it is taller and comes with more egressive tires. It has better shocks to handle high speed jumps. The Power Boost fits in more places because it's not as wide or tall.The Power Boost is faster than the Raptor with it's 570#ft compared to Raptors 510#ft of torque .
      The 80% rule says you should buy for your 80% use I used the 80% rule to replace my Raptor with the Platinum Power Boost. I was having issues with my truck and Ford allowed this under the lemon law buy back program.
      The Platinum Power Boost rides very quiet and smooth , gets 24 MPG and is the fastest factory F-150 to date, However after 6 weeks of ownership, I have come to realize that 80% of my use was just knowing I owned a Raptor which put a smile on my face each time I looked at it. It's like the women who wear thoese red bottom spike heel shoes. Sneakers would be a more practical fit but they buy Prada.
      Last week I placed a deposit for first 2022 Raptor allocation my local dealer gets and will be trading in the 2021 Platinum.
      What's your 80% use ?

    • @Daniel-ux8tx
      @Daniel-ux8tx 3 года назад

      @@douglasfernandez7996 Hey Douglas-I appreciate your response, very thorough and helpful. I test drove the Platinum Powerboost and it put a very big smile on my face….more than the 2021 Raptor on 35” did when I test drove it, actually. The Plantinum was smoother, more comfortable, swifter (no turbo lag) and just a better on-pavement experience, which is ‘golden’ for daily driving.
      However, I understand that’s not where the Raptor was designed to shine. It’s for high speed dirt stuff, and high speeds on dirt is where it is more comfortable.
      My 80% will definitely be on the road….BUT, when on the trails, ground clearance and agility in tight spaces is my 100%. I think the F150 Tremer may be the better non-raptor option with the torque on demand transfer case and Torsten limited slip up-front, trail-turn assist, and other off-road features.
      IF the Platinum PB can be on 35s” and add a front locker AND still be under warranty, then it’s torque and generator makes it that more desirable for the off-road tighter trails and overlanding I’m seeking. I do love it, but when off-roading in tougher terrain, where safety matters 100% of the time…its comforts can be worse than a broken red 6” heal on my leather Prada’s :-)

    • @douglasfernandez7996
      @douglasfernandez7996 3 года назад +1

      @@Daniel-ux8tx Well said and congratulations on your decision. I see you have done your homework . Either truck would be an excellent choice in my opinion . I happen to enjoy unique vehicles. When I take my wife out we drive her SUV. When I take the dog out for a ride we drive my "1951 Mustang". That is not a mistake. If you look on Shoebox Ford Gen 6 chapter 10 you will understand what I mean. Enjoy

    • @Daniel-ux8tx
      @Daniel-ux8tx 3 года назад

      @@douglasfernandez7996 all the ones we are discussing are indeed excellent trucks….but not equivalent. This just out, TLC compared 2 F150s, while it’s an unfair comparison (Tremor vs Base F150), it is educational: ruclips.net/video/4pN4rAZZLjU/видео.html
      At the moment, I have a Bronco Badlands Sasq 2.7 hardtop on order….the kind of exploring I’m looking to do with it is well chronicled by: venture4wd channel
      The F150 continues to draw my attention while I await the Bronco! Thanks for the book suggestion, I will see what you meant when I read it 🧐

  • @TheSaintshockey03
    @TheSaintshockey03 3 года назад +5

    It's practical for sportsmen, construction, family, camping... One review said it can recharge Tesla batteries, even operate 28 refrigerators at the same time and more..... Tailgate has built in measuring, even C clamping

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад

      it's an amazing system

  • @Austden
    @Austden 3 года назад +14

    Yep. Nailed it. I'll be getting a powerboost with a Falcon 2.5 lift level kit and 34 in nittos. 90 perfect of the capability of a raptor off-road.. and twice it's capability towing and driving around on road. The best of both worlds!

    • @rudramurthykg
      @rudramurthykg 3 года назад

      May I know your configuration, planning to order one for adventure and over landing . This will be my first truck and I don’t want mess up with configurations, also save money

    • @kenjepsen4579
      @kenjepsen4579 2 года назад

      100% agree!

  • @traderjoe477
    @traderjoe477 2 года назад +1

    Actually i am right now in the process of buying a new car. On my List is the F150 Hybrid, RAM1500, Toyota Tundra. The F150 is my favourite so far. I really like the idea of a Hybrid that i can use on my dayli route to work (what is just 4 miles one way) and having the option of a lot of power when i use the Truck for camping. I also really like that you can flipp up the seats and the floor is flat.

  • @AtTheReady
    @AtTheReady 2 месяца назад

    So what happens when you do a water crossing in a f150 hybrid?

  • @billylanz9757
    @billylanz9757 Год назад

    is it possible to get/fit the 36 gallon tank on the powerboost ?

  • @BSAElectronics702
    @BSAElectronics702 3 года назад +3

    I ordered a power boost lariat last March after looking at the Raptors. No dealer allocations or other vs limiting who can get a power boost and it just as fast as a Raptor.

  • @peteluna4968
    @peteluna4968 3 года назад +2

    I’ve been looking for this exact video! Glad it popped up as a suggestion.

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад +1

      Cool! Glad I could help 😎

  • @tempusfugit3635
    @tempusfugit3635 3 года назад +4

    "the intellectual's overlanding rig"
    sub'd just for that - this is going to be me

  • @Nate-zy5ce
    @Nate-zy5ce 8 месяцев назад

    Good video. Worth the watch. A couple Pro Power Onboard questions. Can you run the Power Onboard without turning the engine over, or must the engine be on and running? And if so, for how long? In your example, full tank of gas, full 7.2 kwh, 32 hours of electric use, does that mean there will be no more gas left? I'm wondering about the trade off, if I'm out overlanding well away from a gas station, I'd hate to use so much gas that I can't get back to fill up? Oh, and how long could the battery run if fully charged but no more gas in the tank, or could it? Other related to this? Thanks.

  • @J.Young808
    @J.Young808 3 года назад +3

    I like your phrase “Intellectual’s Overland Rig”

  • @jaireddy8794
    @jaireddy8794 3 года назад +1

    Good content, analytical and to the point.

  • @jav9888
    @jav9888 3 года назад +3

    Nice Vid !! I'm just wondering if you can use the heat and A/C while the car is turned off? so if I go on a trip and feel like a nap and its cold out can I still run the heat all night ? or for an extended time ?

    • @pfan760
      @pfan760 3 года назад +4

      AC and Heat are designed to run on electric power

    • @marcusmartinez7725
      @marcusmartinez7725 3 года назад +2

      The motor cycles but AC runs with engine off. I think per hour my engine cycles on for around 10 minutes total.

    • @MrDznutz19
      @MrDznutz19 3 года назад +2

      I ran a subwoofer and a main speaker Add a recent telegating event for over an hour the engine cut on about every 10 minutes for about one minute . I had no problem running at full volume and the air conditioning was running at the time inside the truck

    • @stephengregory1655
      @stephengregory1655 2 года назад

      So you have the leave the vehicle "on" for that, but the reason "on" is in quotation marks is because the engine is not always on. The HVAC is all electric. So it can run off the hybrid battery and recharge as needed.
      Now for myself, I'd rather the motor either be on or off... I think sleeping in it and feeling the motor kick on and off periodically would screw with my sleep. Either a steady hum amd vibration of it on or the silence and stillness of it off would be preferable to cycling.

  • @simpleinstinct
    @simpleinstinct 3 года назад +1

    I really like my 2019, but the 2021 looks great. Plus the power in the bed.

  • @Danny-fs1hk
    @Danny-fs1hk 2 года назад

    This is the first video that I've seen on your channel. You are very thorough and informative. You just gained another sub. Thanks!

  • @user-fz3sz2dj4r
    @user-fz3sz2dj4r 2 года назад +2

    Wish they had the hybrid with the 2.7

  • @Gtown9011
    @Gtown9011 3 года назад +1

    Hi There, do think I 4 inch suspension kit with 35 inch tire were to be put on with on this truck how much decrease in fuel economy there might be from 24 mpg?

    • @arsoninv1
      @arsoninv1 3 года назад +1

      I have this truck with a 4" BDS lift and 34" Toyos. MPG went from consistently around 24mpg to around 18-20mpg. Honestly, for a lifted truck with all-terrains it's still pretty good.

    • @MrDznutz19
      @MrDznutz19 3 года назад +1

      I've had my truck for a little over a month with a 2" leveling kit and 35" Nitto ridge grapplers on fuel blitz 20" wheels. At 70 mph I get 15-16mpg in the city I get over 20 mpg. Hwy at 60mph I get 21mpg.

  • @rprokopow
    @rprokopow 3 года назад +1

    His reasoning is right for assuming its less reliable but only time can tell something like that. You cant just call it unreliable because its fancy

  • @slmjake
    @slmjake 2 года назад +1

    Nice video thanks! The Powerboost is an awesome rig! My problem is that I need at least 2000 pound payload. I have not seen a yellow sticker in any Powerboost to date over 1750....most are well below 1600. So you are incorrect about payload of 2k unless you order one without tires and a steering wheel. So off to an F150 crew with HDPP and an honest 2400 pounds of payload capability. Maybe next time Ford.

  • @daddyoreo5290
    @daddyoreo5290 3 года назад

    does it have crawl mode?

  • @Ishkatan
    @Ishkatan Год назад

    The F150 Powerboost Lariat (with 4 Auto) is high on my list, vying with the Tremor and Z71. Can you make a video on adding a lift and shocks and the cost? I loved that you made a written list of your talking points in the comments. Keep that up please.

  • @coder6083
    @coder6083 11 месяцев назад

    So you can either get a power boost and add body and suspension mods to make it a Raptor. Or buy a Raptor and add a generator and gas cans to make it a power boost?

  • @tmajek
    @tmajek 5 месяцев назад

    Great video.

  • @jursh3936
    @jursh3936 3 года назад +1

    Is the Tremor pack available with powerboost?

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад

      You might be able to get the tremor with the generator but I’m not 100% sure

    • @jursh3936
      @jursh3936 3 года назад

      dang maybe the powerboost isn't ready for rock crawling lol. or maybe termors only come with 3.5 ecos.. idk. but ya great overland potential!! i wonder if the tremor is built along side raptor...

  • @daddyoreo5290
    @daddyoreo5290 3 года назад

    the issue im seeing with the hybrid is it over heats any idea for an after market solution?

  • @loverjoeyable
    @loverjoeyable Год назад

    Excellent review brother, good point

  • @jaygee2116
    @jaygee2116 Год назад

    I've always been a Ford guy. I think this XLT is better looking than the Raptor. Besides, with the Raptor, there are no surprises. This would surprise a lot of people to see it tackle hard off-road trails while still being a daily driver.

  • @beyondmywildestdreams6942
    @beyondmywildestdreams6942 2 года назад

    Amazing review

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  2 года назад +1

      many thanks!

  • @rymartin6349
    @rymartin6349 3 года назад

    Your Tag Photo shows it set up with all the overlanding gear. Did you set that up? And if so, how did it handle the weight? Any dipping? Or did you upgrade anything? @downshift

  • @randyvanderheyden3960
    @randyvanderheyden3960 3 года назад

    This thing would power a slide in camper nicely

  • @antn8387
    @antn8387 3 года назад

    i wonder if a solar panel system is able to charge the batteries?

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад

      Not on the truck…at least at this point

  • @jayykidd
    @jayykidd 2 года назад +1

    I love that truck. Also, you can max out the 7.2KW by level 2 charging an electric car.

    • @jackwhite1742
      @jackwhite1742 Год назад

      Right. But, considering how many doofuses bought into electric off road, now you can bill their insurance thousands after you charge them up as a recovery.

  • @turolifetv590
    @turolifetv590 3 года назад +3

    I wish I can afford this truck.

  • @antonio576
    @antonio576 3 года назад +1

    Absolutely, I would consider this over both

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад +1

      You have sage wisdom

    • @antonio576
      @antonio576 3 года назад

      @@dwnshft thank you

  • @omni_0101
    @omni_0101 Год назад

    Toyota, you have a chance to take this crown with your Tundra Trailhunter.

  • @njs454
    @njs454 3 года назад

    Thanks for the video, do you think that if you installed a bed slide would hinder access to the power ports?

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад

      depends on how they're mounted, but the covers for the ports do open into the bed so as long as you have clearance for those and the plugs/cord it should be ok!

  • @FanofZ
    @FanofZ 3 года назад +1

    Best selling truck in the world
    Though I find it funny that contrasting it is how I haven't seen any new f 150s in New York state all I see is the new Silverados everywhere lol

  • @Bighomey103
    @Bighomey103 3 года назад +3

    I'm thinking about considering it over the Bronco 🤔

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад +1

      not a bad choice

    • @michaelh5055
      @michaelh5055 3 года назад

      Dude, seriously do not get that new vehicle they are calling a Bronco.
      That is not a Bronco 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️. Looks like a really overpriced Ford Escape.
      It should be called the city slicker baby Bronco.

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад +2

      @@michaelh5055 the bronco sport is a unibody chassis like the escape. The real bronco is body on frame like the wrangler

  • @OldAndGettingOlder
    @OldAndGettingOlder 2 года назад

    I think the question is being posed with serious off roading in mind. That's not me so it is the Powerboost for me. It'll exceed my off road requirements, even without the FX4 package. I want the built-in mobile nuclear power station and the MPG.

  • @ContagusCars
    @ContagusCars 3 года назад +4

    Video Goals, I hope to get there one day. Great video thanks for the content 💪👏👏

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад

      thanks alfie

  • @margemargie9891
    @margemargie9891 3 года назад +1

    thanks for this one! been thinking of a hybrid or electric truck or van to convert to RV. Great job explaining it. Holding any sweepstakes? lol

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад

      Glad it was helpful for you!

  • @gabrielsantistevan7188
    @gabrielsantistevan7188 2 года назад

    I Am upgrading to a F-150 for more room more power and not a raptor a Lariat great video

  • @carminered
    @carminered Год назад

    I’d take this over any full size option.

  • @barryking5993
    @barryking5993 2 года назад

    Excellent

  • @foford2010
    @foford2010 3 года назад

    0:42 Best selling vehicle in America.

  • @TurkVladimir
    @TurkVladimir 2 года назад

    Thanks

  • @gigabyteyoutube
    @gigabyteyoutube 3 года назад

    We bought one but we’re disappointed that the engine needs to be on to run the generator.

    • @gigabyteyoutube
      @gigabyteyoutube 3 года назад

      Hubby is pissed that he was told it would start up when it needed power to be charged, nope it has to be on to run at all.

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад +1

      @@gigabyteyoutube that might be a flaw because my tester worked as described. Engine only on when it needs juice

    • @gigabyteyoutube
      @gigabyteyoutube 3 года назад

      We just looked again and it says plainly in the Ford pass app that the engine must be running.

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад

      @@gigabyteyoutube 🤷‍♂️

    • @gigabyteyoutube
      @gigabyteyoutube 3 года назад +1

      @@dwnshft nope it doesn’t come on unless engine is running. And you can’t start the generator with the app. We had visions of running it as a backup for our off grid cabin when solar wasn’t sufficient. We are disappointed.

  • @lennyross2813
    @lennyross2813 3 года назад

    I tell if Toyota came out with this in the land cruiser I would buy it in 5-6 years after when I could afford it. Ford is tempting me with the tech but I do not trust a Ford. I hope Ford can prove me wrong🙂

  • @stevejeffrey11
    @stevejeffrey11 2 года назад

    bro it would be sweet to have a camper in the bed

  • @woffordsoverlandjourneys8618
    @woffordsoverlandjourneys8618 3 года назад

    I have to agree with everything you said

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад

      nice😎 so would you have one?

  • @paveloleynik2743
    @paveloleynik2743 3 года назад

    Great video thanks for the content

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching

  • @jesserevilla992
    @jesserevilla992 3 года назад +1

    This may sound goofe .. But the steering wheel looks dated .. Yes the truck is awesome. Love the power Gen! Since I'm into boone-docking Hopefully they bring out a plug-in hybrid. Giving you at least 20 free miles under normal conditions. But when driving the steering wheel is a big thing for me! And for the money i'm paying today i would like a badass steering wheel! Like in the 2020 steering or the 250 version! OK Ok yes I would probably buy it ; due to the Gen.. I turn it monochromatic

    • @MrBigBoy4Life
      @MrBigBoy4Life 3 года назад +1

      Really dude? The steering wheel??

  • @leenestle
    @leenestle 3 года назад

    If reliability were better, think this would be a great option. I want something super reliable only take 2 big trips a year and if it breaks down during those 2 weeks it’s going to be a huge disappointment. However, 500 miles on a tank is super compelling.

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад

      It may be reliable, but I don't know enough about this new powertrain yet. To me it seems like the trans will be the first failure point. The way this thing CLUNKS into 2nd and 3rd under 50-60% load is unbearable

  • @MikeKilo1969
    @MikeKilo1969 3 года назад

    You seriously think “overlanding” is the most overused term of 2020? Not say … pandemic? Maybe?

    • @dwnshft
      @dwnshft  3 года назад +1

      “Unprecedented” 😂

    • @MikeKilo1969
      @MikeKilo1969 3 года назад

      @@dwnshft “fraud” was pretty big too! 😵‍💫

  • @Wesselss
    @Wesselss 2 года назад

    A lot of lies in this

  • @ryoc2138
    @ryoc2138 2 года назад

    Wow, you lost all credibility by saying a Toyota would be more reliable...Toyota, the most recalled auto manufacturer in the country...