My parents just bought a Ford Explorer with this new seat covering. I am as hard headed as anybody and this "leather like" material is just as good as leather if not maybe better.
@@lrod8692 That Active X seat material is way better than the leather product. I have had it in my vehicles for years now and it holds up very well with less care effort.
Ford needs to hear us now. We want the keypad factory installed from day 1. That is absolutely wild to get rid of it but then do some wacky dealer install nonsense.
@@Angelazul1997 Anything to save a Buck while cranking up the price of a Truck! Thanks Ford! Its time for new management at Ford, losing touch with consumers and only looking at the bottom line only.
Yep, the key pad is a major feature for us choosing ford over another manufacturer. They’ve taken it away on the Bronco, and now the F150. Very disappointed.
@calebparkin3 Why? My Subaru doesn't have a keypad, but it allows me to lock the fob in the car and input a sequence on the trunk release button to unlock the doors.
They've effectively prolonged my time on market with their price hikes and changes to options. I'm much more likely to be purchasing a slightly used truck rather than a new one now. Even with discounts (can get 3% under invoice at dealer near me), the price doesn't seem to warrant what you're getting now... especially when you factor in current interest rates.
I will never buy another new vehicle and have not in years. But as long as the crooked government buys these vehicles for their fleets with our money and people pay these prices, things will never change.
@@danieljohnson4418it’s not that I’m poor either. I make decently into the 6 figures. If Ford’s pricing (really all manufacturers)their trucks to a point where I find the price unpalatable, they’re missing their mark.
My last Ford was a 2008 F-150 Lariat 4x4 Off Road with optional leather. That was IT. Stickered at $39000 and it was September and I got it for $29000. Just give me good sound and leather and I'm happy,
@@davidporter7051 What are you talking about? A 2000 F150 XLT was less than $20k new - now they're $50k - if you can get a watered down version. $35k in 2019.
@@QuinlinBane say you don't comprehend without saying you don't comprehend. A XLT Super Cab in 2000 was about 49.9K in 2024 dollars. A XLT Super Crew 4x4 is about 52K today. Prices did not change and if you can find a XLT Super Cab it will be less than 49.9.
The key pad on the door is literally the reason I've stayed with Ford vehicles . I've often wondered why other car companies haven't done something similar. This affects used car sales as well when these cars go for sale again.
Security code is a MUST. I love the keypad. That is the best thing about ford. Your right. This is the stupidest thing to get rid of. I agree with you. This is wrong. I won’t buy one without the key pad. At least it is a dealer option.
Ditching something that has been an option for 40 years is crazy to me. I'm still driving my 2013 F150, so I don't have the new tech. I use the crap out of my keypad. You mentioned saving $10 million. Ford had a net income of $1.3 billion in the first quarter of 2024 alone. In 2023, Jim Farley earned $26.5 million. I'm pretty sure they can keep it and be fine.
Writing this that hopefully someone from Ford will see it. I have owned Gmc/Chevys most of my life. I have owned one Dodge and quickly learned it is not for me. I bought a 2021 F150 back in 2022 and fell in love with it. I brag to others about how smart Ford was when designing some of the features. My number 1 favorite thing that I can get that no other truck has is the keypad entry. I'm in and out of stores 5-10 times a day with my business and I leave my truck with wallet and keys in it while is running. Just a quick tap of the buttons and I'm in and out. If I had to take my phone with me it will disconnect from bluetooth and over all be 30 seconds longer to open an app wait for it to connect and unlock. I have had a buddy who just got a 2500HD Gmc and it is starting to look appealing after hearing this news. If you want to work on something Ford I got a list for you. This is how you could win/keep customers: 1) Make headlights/taillights that last more than 100,000 miles. (led). If we do have to replace them don't make it cost $3000 to replace a damn headlight!!! as quoted by my local Ford dealership. I replaced my tail light this week and it cost $1200 for the part alone. I am not going to replace the headlight that has part of the LED out. I hate it but now the world gets to see that it isn't made to last. Oh and by the way there are about 3 other trucks I see daily with the same issue. That is ridiculous! 2) Fix the cover that goes on the tailgate step! I haul 5 gallon buckets of paint every day and slide them off the tailgate. When doing so it rips the cover off and I have to clip it back on. It recently flew off and now just looks bad/cheap. When I brag about the good things like the keypad/storage with the center console I also tell people about the cheaply made tailgate step cover. 3) Figure out the bluetooth kinks. There are times when my phone and Apple play just don't get along and I have to pull over and restart my truck to get it to connect properly. A lot seems to do with if my phone disconnects while the truck is still running (if I take my phone inside the store) I have a list of good things and at the top is that keypad. I really hope Ford listens and brings this back. I'm waiting to see what 2026 has before I buy a new truck but where I was completely sold on the F150/f250s I will now be looking at GMC as an option if Ford keeps down this road.
You are spot on with point #1. I have a 2017 F350 Platinum with 115k miles. At around 90k miles, I made the mistake of swapping vehicles with my wife one day to save some fuel since I had a farther trip for the day than she did. I got back home and noticed that she had backed into our fence. I feared it broke the taillight and sure enough it did. I thought the dealer was joking when he told me $1400 for the light. I started looking online and found some cheaper ones that were OEM, but they were still outrageous. I don't typically like aftermarket, but I ended up with Morimoto XB red taillights. They are close to factory in look and were $700 for the pair. I figured if one breaks in the future I'll only be out of $350 this way haha. Ford needs to get these lower in price for sure though. Now almost all vehicles gave LEDs and $1400 plus for a light is ridiculous!
I drive a new gmc everyday the Apple CarPlay on it is very glitchy. It takes along time to connect-the screen distorts at least once a week. So I am not sure it is better than fords. Plus the gmc interior seems very cheap. And the transmission likes to jump and clunk really loud sometimes when I put it into gear: it has 4000 miles on it and it is a 3500. So not sure if these things are an issue in a 1500. But since it’s a work vehicle my company uses I don’t have to deal with repairs. But because I drive it, I won’t get one.
@lincolnls0416 If you are saying buy stuff and do the work yourself, these prices we mentioned are if you do that. They would be more if the dealer did the work lol. I do all my own work, because any shop in my area is a ripoff. Plus the work they do usually sucks and results in more stuff being wrong haha.
@@twhitehead221 what I was saying. I will never buy an fully loaded vehicle again. I buy a low base now radio vehicle. Then I do everything myself making it sound better then factory. Etc.
And maybe it has technology to detect it but I feel like once the trucks are older and wore out with sloppy suspension parts that blue cruise will be dangerous
I've had blue cruise for almost 2 years. And I hardly use it because I get so tired of arguing with my truck that I am in fact "Watching the road" or that "My hands ARE on the steering wheel!" And by the second time it brake checks me, I'm ready to fight! 😅
All the trims are too expensive. Trucks are too expensive, regardless of brand. SUV's are too expensive, regardless of brand. Literally everything is too expensive. Customers are tired of being nickel and dimed to death. The average person can't even afford and entry level truck anymore, let alone a higher trim level one. All these companies, including Ford, are out to lunch.
The more $$$ our government prints and gives away, the less each dollar is worth. Little by little. Get used to it. Soon a basic, bare bones truck will be $100k. Very soon.
I give you a ton of credit for having the guts 2 make a video calling ford out on all of there mistakes! I'm looking at a 25 king ranch and they also took out multicontour seats with active motion so that's a huge loss from 24 as well. Thank you for all the information and excellent content I really appreciate it when buying ford vehicles!
I'm on my 7th f150 all and the keyless pad was one thing I looked for but ford is getting insane and no coyote option on higher trim levels. I'm looking at GMC ultimate now
Sounds like Ford is being overrun by the bean counters. Let’s bring some common sense back. I may be looking at GMC (who already provides more bang for the buck) or Toyota.
The keypad is the best feature on my F150 and Explorer. The keypad has kept me in a ford. Without the keypad I will purchase a silverado rst as it is available in leather with the extended cab.
I agree with you. I was anxiously waiting for the 2025 Ford models. Now that they have removed the keyless entry I am buying a new Chevy truck next week. Even better for me as the closest Ford dealership for me is a 1.5 hour drive and we have a GMC/Chev dealer right here in town.
Ford has already ticked me off with not offering a V8 in the Platinum trim level. Now with the security code door entry going away not being standard on F150 it is pushing me away more from Ford. Ford needs to realize that the V8 coyote engine is the best engine out there. I have not seen nothing but bad reviews and engine issues with the eco boost engines. I see that Ford is going down the wrong road with trying to make consumers buy a eco friendly truck. Ford was built on great V8 engines for years. Like you said if it ain’t broke don’t fix it or change it. Just my 2 cents.
I have had mostly good luck with the many Ford products that I have owned over the years and have been brand loyal. As ridiculous as it sounds I would not consider other brands no matter how nice because of the keyless entry keypad and wondered why they didn't offer it as well. I am in construction and also fish, hike, camp and boat and leave my keys and wallet locked in the truck so that I don't lose them. I also leave a spare key in each vehicle and use the keypad to access them when my keys are in the house. Like Jassman3536 stated "Taking the security code is a MAJOR MISTAKE!" Personally I believe that the Lariat is the sweet spot in the Ford pickup truck line and removing the leather seats is a mistake. Just my 2 cents.
08:59 The only reason I have driven Ford vehicles is for the keypad entry... you can lock your vehicle while gassing it up, lock it up at the airport, people can go to the truck at the motel and grab stuff with out getting the key, shopping at the mall you can walk on out and type in the code and get in and start the truck without finding your wife.
I love the code entry on my 14 I hope it becomes standard when I finally get a new one. Of course I have 180000 miles on my truck and have had 0! Problems can’t complain. And like you said if it ain’t broke don’t fix it. My truck ain’t broke!
People want a affordable truck around 30,000 no start stop technology, no actuators on the front grill. Some people just want a no thrills work truck regular radio, manual window, no carpeted flooring with a non ecoboost six cylinder with manual transmission.
@@panchovia when i sold for Ford moons ago -- people wanted scaled-down trucks all the time -- and that was long before the insanity pricing took place.
I almost said exactly what you said. Yes, and if they would build a 300 inline 6, 5 speed manual, 8 foot bed, regular cab, no computers except OBD2, roll up widows, no bs at all, that would be great. Oh, and put the quality and reliability back too.
Yeah i love my keypad entry and the fact that i can program all my pads with the same number is awesome. I use to love the ford pass app but with every update it loses features we lost the zone lighting , we have lost the security setting to program when to alert you if a window was broken in the truck. Now the app is just noting more than a monitor. I get more failed starts and unlock and locks now more than ever. I see why it’s free because it’s just become junk.
I've had keyless entry on two+ decades of Ford's, Freestyle, Excursion, F-150, Escape, Bronco. It's become a well-loved Ford feature. Some have said it's no longer needed because of the Phone App. However, I see the unlock pad as an essential backup safety feature to avoid being locked out. I also see the Ford Navigation feature Mitch said was discontinued the same way. There are times when, in remote areas, that Android Navigation cuts out. The Ford Nav app, that I pay $65 yearly for, is a great backup.
Agree 100%. My Excursion has it as did my wife’s Navigator. It’s a great feature, got the beach, lock everything inside and don’t worry about your wallet, phone, keys, etc. and I’ve never had mine not work. Conversely the Ford Phone app and remote lock/ unlock and start works about half the time and never after an over the air update. It’s great when it works, if you have your phone with you. But it’s not reliable and I’m not a guy who is chained to my phone. Dumping the keypad would be risky and totally stupid. Wake up Ford!
I have a 2012 F150 5.0, and that darn keypad gets used all the time. It is the greatest feature on the truck! What ford needs to understand is people cant afford new trucks with everything bells and whistles attached. I just looked the other and a base XL single cab F150 at large local dealer was $37,000. Jump to crewcab and spend $48,000 bc of all the trim. Some folks need a basic truck! If I had to replace mine today, id buy used.
They might save millions of dollars by cheaping out on parts but it’s just gonna even out because lots of people won’t be buying them anymore unless they bring these options back.
I hope ford will reconsider the ideal of removing the keyless entry system, I would hate to bye a vehicle without it, for years I used this feature while I was at work leaving my keys locked in my car or truck. This has been a ford only feature that we (ford owners have enjoyed for years) so ford please don’t delete this feature..
Ive had a 2007, 2011, 2014, & now 2017… all brand new F150 XLT .. I LOVE using the keyless entry key pad!!!!! My son has a 2016 and he don’t carry his keys either, he uses his key pad as well!! I’d pay the extra $400 (wouldn’t be happy about it) but bc I know I use that key pad so much, it’d be worth it to me
I have had a 2010, 2016, 2019 and now 2024 F-150, the number one selling feature and I tell all of my Transportation students, friends, etc.. is the keypad!! If that isn't there I will now look into GM and Ram products.
The keypad being taken away may be a deal breaker for me. I use it multiple times a day. My guess is Ford is forcing you to use Ford pass app and then they'll add a subscription cost to lock and unlock in the future.
I have active X on my Ford Maverick and I will never buy another vehicle with that material. It is terrible in the summer. It doesn’t breath like real leather and causes severe sweating issues. It’s almost as bad as the old school vinyl seats. I would rather have cloth.
My opinion about active X also. If I could have gotten more of the Lariat features in an XLT (Esp the stereo upgrade), I would have bought an XLT just to get the cloth seats. I love a lot about my Maverick, but the active X is not loveable. Completely miss the perforated & ventilated leather in my KIA.
Ford needs to stop being foolish they are treating their best selling trucks like they don’t matter. And they might think we don’t notice but lots of people notice and won’t be buying another new ford unless they get their crap together.
Very well and accurately stated-Some very bad and dumb moves on Ford's part-RAM has been coming on strong as has the GMC Sierra-Competition is needed! The Ford dealerships need to let this be known-Going very backwards now.
@@robertmielke6196 nah Ram also shot themselves in the foot too. They made a huge mistake killing off the hemi V8 and replacing it with the same crappy v6 that’s giving their jeeps problems for the 2025 models.
The keypad is about the best feature for my 5 Ford vehicles and I'd put it on my '66 Mustang and '69 Bronco if I could. It seems like a small thing but it will influence by planned purchase of a high end 2025 F-150. When spending above $80,000 for a vehicle if they can't include the keypad which as you say probably is no more than $10-20 manufacture cost, then what else are they cheaping out on? Maybe missing fuel injector O-rings?
100% agree with you on the delete of the keypad. Hated that I had to put the stick on unit on my new Maverick. Will have to replace the whole unit every couple years because you can’t change the battery. This keyboard differentiated Ford from everyone else and most love it. Ford is screwing up and that is coming from a recently retired Ford Engineer.
Ford is listening and this is what they hear: "Customers love the security code entry feature so much, they will be more than willing to pay for it!!!"
Active x (vegan leather) = vinyl. The best you get is vinyl on the lariat!?! Ford trucks are like a bag of chips-half of what you pay for is air. And every year they charge you more for less.
I just rolled over 90,000 miles on my 2014 XLT with 5.0 V8. Still rides and drives solid like it did brand new. All these ridiculous changes and prices on the new trucks just push me away. I think I'll keep mine another 20 years.
Does the 302A package have heated seats still? The website seems to indicate that you must get the 303A/high to get heated seats in an XLT. Then you might as well get a Lariat.
New trucks are too expensive. Affording to buy it is one thing. But keeping it is another. Where I live at, personal property taxes are exorbitant and insurance these days ain't cheap either!
Ford pass app is a good way to get stranded somewhere when you lock your keys in the truck and then it won't open. I've seen it twice now. Key pad on the fords is probably my favorite thing on my 2013
Look, most people don't care about the Ford Pass ap. Some of us older guys hate tech and just have pagers. I'll call you when I get home for lunch. I am and have been for the last 24 years a Lariat man. Now to take away my leather seats and 20" wheels is a mistake. Sure, my 2015 was a Platinum and was my favorite F350 but in 2020 prices went way up so I went back to a Lariat. I'm now ready for 2025 but I want leather and a Platinum is about 5k more. With all these price increases across the board these lower trim equipment groups will possibly get the guy into a bare bones or less optioned truck but don't take the middle guy of the equation as well. Taking the security code is a MAJOR MISTAKE! Personally, I feel all these trucks are about 10-12% too expensive and quality, though appears to be better is lacking in other areas. Rebates and low interest rates are what is desperately needed to sell the massive number of trucks on all these dealers' lots. The fact that you promote invoice pricing is a major plus to buy from y'all. Peace out.
They won't sell 1 million vehicles if they don't give the consumers what they want. Start taking away the reasons people consume and they will deviate away. Look at Verizon Wireless, they stopped doing what the customers want and now they are losing market share. I think it is a huge mistake to remove the keypad. I want to replace my 2015 Lariat but to get back everything I have is almost $20k more. I would be driving an XLT base and not have half the features and options. No thanks! I'll wait until either Ford fixes things or I'll be selling a different brand.
He forgot to mention in the video or maybe he just didn’t know that the base lariat is the only one with the active x seats so if you get a higher up loaded lariat you’ll have the leather seats.
That’s literally one of my favorite features on any Ford or Lincoln vehicle that’s crazy that they’re getting rid of it. Wow I’m glad I’m keeping my 2022.
Don’t give up the step bar. I’m an in shape 42 year old man that stands at 5’11”. Getting in a truck without a step bar, or getting out for that matter, is stupid. It’s way too high when you’re just looking for comfort
I've been wanting to move up to a new truck for a while.. I have a 2007 Fusion with only 110k miles on it. Life changes (had a 4th kid so needed a bigger house), price increases, interest rate increases, and messing with the options have made my search a lot longer than I've wanted it to be. The way it's going, I'm probably going to be getting something slightly used now. The dealership by me will do 3% under invoice and it still doesn't even seem like it's worth it for what you're getting.
It looks like no heated seats in an XLT unless you get the 303A (highest trim package), and no heated steering wheel? Am I reading the website correctly? A 2025 XLT package deep dive would be welcome, if you get time. Thank you.
Beware locking your keys in to your car and using ford pass to unlock it. If you plan to leave it in there for extended period of time such as a week or more once it goes into deep sleep, your phone will not unlock it. It will take a locksmith or a tow truck driver who’s good at unlocks
I bought my first Ford in 1967, over the years I've bought 5 brand new Fords. Still have a E450 Ford RV. Ford raised their prices about 50% over the last 5 years, and now they're sales have drpped way off and their answer is introduce the new models with less features. Stupid! Why would they even make a model now a days without dual zone A/C? Does that dual zone function actual cost Ford more than a few dollars more than the single zone A/C? Sorry, I won't be buying any Ford products anytime soon. Ford's CEO makes 24.5 million year, that's the first problem to fix for the 2025 trucks.
Consumer advocate, I like where your head is at. Please do a video on how car manufacturers are using your driving data since you are now driving a computer that is connected to the internet, and selling the drivers data to insurance companies so they can rise your insurance rates and see how fast you drive. I know the Texas is doing a lot for their residents and suing GMC for selling drivers data to insurance companies.
So all of the reasons to get an XLT over the XL STX are gone. In my 2020 STX the black handles don’t age well and I can’t get comfortable in the seat. Was going to get a 2025 XLT extended cab without cross-shopping. Now I’m not so sure.
I feel very fortunate to have owned probably one of the last decent F150’s. 2016 F150Lariat Sport. 5.0- Roush intake, Flowmaster Outlaw Exhaust. Superchips Tune. I drive this beast around with the biggest grin on my face! I’ve owned it for over 4 years. Never had any issues with it. Love This Truck!!!
My 22 F150 stx will be my last truck. I like it. I'm good with it. Auto makers have lost their minds. There's no value for your dollar anymore. Frankly, to be honest, I'll never be able to afford another one at this point.
Ford F150 should have one engine choice 5.0L V8 and it is time to lower prices back to middle-class pricing. Ford has always had too many options and complicated something that shouldn't be complicated. GOD Bless
EPA is the biggest scam anyways telling everyone else about environmental awareness bah! I've been in D.C. walked right by their building it's huge 1st mistake with the hypocrite. 2 huge double unite acts outside every windows! 2nd mistake. 3rd mistake it's all bs anyways.
Removing that feature would steer me to move away from Ford, because that was one of the main benefits of owning a ford truck and explorer! Shame on Ford!!
I noticed on the 2025 build and price, it appears the Lariat 501A equipment group includes leather seats and SecuriCode keyless entry keypad. Is that correct?
All 3 of my Fords have the keyless e entry and has been my favorite feature and use it often. Looks like I'm going to have to be very careful when specing out my next truck....maybe I'll just stick with the previous generation as it was very straight forward, now you have to be careful as they've deleted several small options that could make or break the purchase.
They are getting close. We want a real base model I want a stripped truck with 5.0, max tow, 4x4, AC and cruise control. Who cares about all the electric crap, big computer screen etc.... I want a damn truck not a glorified SUV with a bed!!
Fords key code is the single greatest device on vehicles ever. I use it at my shop when people are picking up their vehicles after closing, I program the same code into my kids cars so we can access and drop things off when they are at work, I even was transporting a car for a local dealer one time before cell phones and found myself locked out of the vehicle in the middle of nowhere when I noticed a five digit number hanging from the key inside the car, saved the day. I love the key code and if it’s ever gone I’ll just have to drive old stuff. I never go a day without using the keypad.
No, they messed up a long time ago thinking those trucks are gold. Just bought a limited tundra for what an stx costs. Been a ford fan my whole life. First car was a ford and have had several over the years. I’m not willing to pay more for a less reliable vehicle
A lot of great info and you are right, I have a 2014 f-150 and absolutely love the code locking on the exterior. Not a big fan of the phone crap like a lot of people. Ford is still the number one truck in my book. 2014 F-150 XLT with the 5.0, 3.73 gears and 119,000 miles. still runs like when I bought it.
Not cool Ford. Not cool at all. Let's nickel and dime the customer. That's a great way to win the hearts of the customers. And to keep your current customers happy looking to upgrade to a new Ford. Not cool.
Wow I'm glad that I snagged a '24 F-150 XLT (302A+packages) at Invoice Price(US$60K after taxes). The tech functions are growing on me esp. that 360 cam and Keypad system. I thought the only thing missing is a heated steering wheel for our Canadian winter here. Tbh some of these changes makes sense but that keypad add-on is indeed a miss and an opportunity for greedy dealers to take advantage of. I guess 2024 inventory will be more attractive especially at Clearout prices. Good luck out there
What the H E L L. FORD….. I love the keyless entry on the door…. What if I accidentally lock my keys and phone in the truck… always had a way in. Apps go down, the keypad always works.
I love it when dealers act like tires matter when buying a new vehicle. It’s a wear and maintenance item. It’s like saying you get premium oil and washer fluid.
I love the keyless pad entry system. I had this on an Escape that I was leasing years ago. My job required me to fly a lot and I liked the fact that I could leave all my keys in the vehicle locked at the airport, and not take them on the trips with the chance of losing them or forgetting them at the hotel or something.
Just had a customer come in Yesterday for their 2025 Explorer. One of the first thing they mentioned was the door keypad code not being there. Im glad its still something that can be added but annoying it wont come from factory. I can definitely see how pricing for it would get crazy but my dealer is keeping the price at $455 with installation.
Fords key code is the single greatest device on vehicles ever. I use it at my shop when people are picking up their vehicles after closing, I program the same code into my kids cars so we can access and drop things off when they are at work, I even was transporting a car for a local dealer one time before cell phones and found myself locked out of the vehicle in the middle of nowhere when I noticed a five digit number hanging from the key inside the car, saved the day. I love the key code and if it’s ever gone I’ll just have to drive old stuff
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No leather seats in a Lariat🫨 FORD has lost their damn minds!
My parents just bought a Ford Explorer with this new seat covering. I am as hard headed as anybody and this "leather like" material is just as good as leather if not maybe better.
KATSKINS ARE GOING TO SELL A LOT OF INTERIORS.
Active X = Vinyl
I chose an XLT this time around despite really wanting 4-auto. Leather is a non-starter for me.
@@lrod8692 That Active X seat material is way better than the leather product. I have had it in my vehicles for years now and it holds up very well with less care effort.
Ford needs to hear us now. We want the keypad factory installed from day 1. That is absolutely wild to get rid of it but then do some wacky dealer install nonsense.
Unfortunately they won't listen. It's all business and money talks.
@@Angelazul1997 Anything to save a Buck while cranking up the price of a Truck! Thanks Ford! Its time for new management at Ford, losing touch with consumers and only looking at the bottom line only.
And it will be the tacky stick on version that they’ve used on the Bronco.
It’s gonna suck for all the people who buy 2025s if they bring the factory keypad back in 2026 😂
@@calebparkin3yeah I had one of those on my 14 STX. It sucked!!
Yep, the key pad is a major feature for us choosing ford over another manufacturer. They’ve taken it away on the Bronco, and now the F150. Very disappointed.
FoMoCo wants you to subscribe to their road assistance plan for when you lock your FOB in the truck, lol. Corporate Greed > Customer Satisfaction
So which truck are you buying instead of the F150 in order to get a keypad on the door?
@calebparkin3 Why? My Subaru doesn't have a keypad, but it allows me to lock the fob in the car and input a sequence on the trunk release button to unlock the doors.
@@bobbybarnes1652there isn’t any other manufacturer who has it, ford holds the patent on it.
Never used it, it’s a pointless feature. Can open the truck with phone.
I bought my first F-150 in 2022 and it happened to come with the keypad and it has turned into one of my favorite features about the truck
I literally never take my keys with me anywhere. I lock them in my truck every day and night.
Always thought it was the dumbest option until I owned one and I agree, it's one of THE best features
@@dillondittemore1102same here since day one with all my F150s
They removed it from the Edge as well.
Class exclusive for most of our damn lives
Not buying these trucks is an option. Your money talks louder than any politician or angry comment.
They've effectively prolonged my time on market with their price hikes and changes to options. I'm much more likely to be purchasing a slightly used truck rather than a new one now. Even with discounts (can get 3% under invoice at dealer near me), the price doesn't seem to warrant what you're getting now... especially when you factor in current interest rates.
At these prices I'm on it.
I will never buy another new vehicle and have not in years. But as long as the crooked government buys these vehicles for their fleets with our money and people pay these prices, things will never change.
Agreed---especially since Ford is selling base model F-150s for approximately $50,000. Ridiculous.
@@danieljohnson4418it’s not that I’m poor either. I make decently into the 6 figures. If Ford’s pricing (really all manufacturers)their trucks to a point where I find the price unpalatable, they’re missing their mark.
What I hate that Ford does is bundle options to the point it costs $3,000 extra to add a $300 option.
YEP, exactly why the LAST NEW FORD I bought was a 2012
My last Ford was a 2008 F-150 Lariat 4x4 Off Road with optional leather. That was IT. Stickered at $39000 and it was September and I got it for $29000. Just give me good sound and leather and I'm happy,
Still laughing in 2004 fx4!
That's why you call people like Hextall.
Bingo!
Us: trucks are too expensive
Ford: here’s a watered down version of last years trucks for the same price as last years with more bells and whistles
you should be in the new truck market to be honest. For at least 25 years prices have been relatively unchanged.
@@davidporter7051 What are you talking about? A 2000 F150 XLT was less than $20k new - now they're $50k - if you can get a watered down version. $35k in 2019.
@@QuinlinBane say you don't comprehend without saying you don't comprehend. A XLT Super Cab in 2000 was about 49.9K in 2024 dollars. A XLT Super Crew 4x4 is about 52K today. Prices did not change and if you can find a XLT Super Cab it will be less than 49.9.
@@davidporter7051you’re doing your inflation calculations wrong there….
@@amdneels nope. Thank you for letting the world know you do not possess the ability to use Google. Slow clap
The key pad on the door is literally the reason I've stayed with Ford vehicles . I've often wondered why other car companies haven't done something similar. This affects used car sales as well when these cars go for sale again.
It’s a worthless feature with keyless entry. You can always hide a metal non chip key that just does the drivers door if you get locked out.
Maybe for you but I use mine damn near any time im outside. Why bother trying to hide something when there's a feature that just plain works?!
@user-tb7rn1il3q why would u need to hide something what is this 😂
@@user-tb7rn1il3qyou are absolutely completely wrong. This is an awesome feature that you must have no experience with.
You really wanna know why no one else uses it? Because ford has a deal that makes them the only manufacturer allowed to use it.
$51K for an STX is absurd. Remember the time in 2021 when a Lariat was 45K? Those days are long gone.
Plus they have no deals.
Lariat was never $45k in '21 unless it was at an insurance auction, stop it....
@@ljmorris64962020 starting msrp was $42500 as a base lariat and there was plenty of discounts.
My '21 XLT was more than $45k so you are wrong.
It's called bidenomics !
Security code is a MUST. I love the keypad. That is the best thing about ford. Your right. This is the stupidest thing to get rid of. I agree with you. This is wrong. I won’t buy one without the key pad. At least it is a dealer option.
Yep. Bought a XLT 4x4 with just about every option available for that year for 40,500$ in 2016
Remember when a crewcab f150 xlt with 4x4 cost less than 40k? Now you need a mortgage payment for one.
Ditching something that has been an option for 40 years is crazy to me. I'm still driving my 2013 F150, so I don't have the new tech. I use the crap out of my keypad. You mentioned saving $10 million. Ford had a net income of $1.3 billion in the first quarter of 2024 alone. In 2023, Jim Farley earned $26.5 million. I'm pretty sure they can keep it and be fine.
Writing this that hopefully someone from Ford will see it. I have owned Gmc/Chevys most of my life. I have owned one Dodge and quickly learned it is not for me. I bought a 2021 F150 back in 2022 and fell in love with it. I brag to others about how smart Ford was when designing some of the features. My number 1 favorite thing that I can get that no other truck has is the keypad entry. I'm in and out of stores 5-10 times a day with my business and I leave my truck with wallet and keys in it while is running. Just a quick tap of the buttons and I'm in and out. If I had to take my phone with me it will disconnect from bluetooth and over all be 30 seconds longer to open an app wait for it to connect and unlock. I have had a buddy who just got a 2500HD Gmc and it is starting to look appealing after hearing this news. If you want to work on something Ford I got a list for you. This is how you could win/keep customers:
1) Make headlights/taillights that last more than 100,000 miles. (led). If we do have to replace them don't make it cost $3000 to replace a damn headlight!!! as quoted by my local Ford dealership. I replaced my tail light this week and it cost $1200 for the part alone. I am not going to replace the headlight that has part of the LED out. I hate it but now the world gets to see that it isn't made to last. Oh and by the way there are about 3 other trucks I see daily with the same issue. That is ridiculous!
2) Fix the cover that goes on the tailgate step! I haul 5 gallon buckets of paint every day and slide them off the tailgate. When doing so it rips the cover off and I have to clip it back on. It recently flew off and now just looks bad/cheap. When I brag about the good things like the keypad/storage with the center console I also tell people about the cheaply made tailgate step cover.
3) Figure out the bluetooth kinks. There are times when my phone and Apple play just don't get along and I have to pull over and restart my truck to get it to connect properly. A lot seems to do with if my phone disconnects while the truck is still running (if I take my phone inside the store)
I have a list of good things and at the top is that keypad. I really hope Ford listens and brings this back. I'm waiting to see what 2026 has before I buy a new truck but where I was completely sold on the F150/f250s I will now be looking at GMC as an option if Ford keeps down this road.
You are spot on with point #1. I have a 2017 F350 Platinum with 115k miles. At around 90k miles, I made the mistake of swapping vehicles with my wife one day to save some fuel since I had a farther trip for the day than she did. I got back home and noticed that she had backed into our fence. I feared it broke the taillight and sure enough it did. I thought the dealer was joking when he told me $1400 for the light. I started looking online and found some cheaper ones that were OEM, but they were still outrageous. I don't typically like aftermarket, but I ended up with Morimoto XB red taillights. They are close to factory in look and were $700 for the pair. I figured if one breaks in the future I'll only be out of $350 this way haha. Ford needs to get these lower in price for sure though. Now almost all vehicles gave LEDs and $1400 plus for a light is ridiculous!
I drive a new gmc everyday the Apple CarPlay on it is very glitchy. It takes along time to connect-the screen distorts at least once a week. So I am not sure it is better than fords. Plus the gmc interior seems very cheap. And the transmission likes to jump and clunk really loud sometimes when I put it into gear: it has 4000 miles on it and it is a 3500. So not sure if these things are an issue in a 1500. But since it’s a work vehicle my company uses I don’t have to deal with repairs. But because I drive it, I won’t get one.
It's called go buy your own stuff and make it better then the dealer.
@lincolnls0416 If you are saying buy stuff and do the work yourself, these prices we mentioned are if you do that. They would be more if the dealer did the work lol. I do all my own work, because any shop in my area is a ripoff. Plus the work they do usually sucks and results in more stuff being wrong haha.
@@twhitehead221 what I was saying. I will never buy an fully loaded vehicle again. I buy a low base now radio vehicle. Then I do everything myself making it sound better then factory. Etc.
I got a 2020 xlt and I love the keypad on the door.
Using it all the time.
Take this away, is definitely a step backwards.
Ford wants to save money, get rid of BlueCruise!!! It is a very nice feature but I ain’t paying a monthly subscription for that!
Blue cruise should not be standard on any trim it should be an option for people to add on if wanted and be free to use no monthly fee.
And maybe it has technology to detect it but I feel like once the trucks are older and wore out with sloppy suspension parts that blue cruise will be dangerous
I've had blue cruise for almost 2 years. And I hardly use it because I get so tired of arguing with my truck that I am in fact "Watching the road" or that "My hands ARE on the steering wheel!"
And by the second time it brake checks me, I'm ready to fight! 😅
It’s a ripoff.
Adaptive cruise and lane keeping works perfectly fine! Why pay the 400+ a year
All the trims are too expensive. Trucks are too expensive, regardless of brand. SUV's are too expensive, regardless of brand. Literally everything is too expensive. Customers are tired of being nickel and dimed to death. The average person can't even afford and entry level truck anymore, let alone a higher trim level one. All these companies, including Ford, are out to lunch.
you could buy a toyota with a turbo-4 for 20k more LOL
The more $$$ our government prints and gives away, the less each dollar is worth. Little by little. Get used to it. Soon a basic, bare bones truck will be $100k. Very soon.
Then buy used and stop complaining.
Can't believe how many people dropping 60000-100000 on off road vehicles.
Literally will be worth less then 20000 in 10 years.
Those same people are the one's that are up to their eyes in credit card debt@@jamesgray143
I have a 2015 f150 with the keypad and I love it it’s a bummer they are removing and paying more for it at the dealer.
Yeah keep cutting option and raising the prices.... sounds great
Taking out the 5.0 in the king ranch and platinum is crazy … idc about “sales number” there’s a BIG 5.0 following in high trim .
I give you a ton of credit for having the guts 2 make a video calling ford out on all of there mistakes! I'm looking at a 25 king ranch and they also took out multicontour seats with active motion so that's a huge loss from 24 as well. Thank you for all the information and excellent content I really appreciate it when buying ford vehicles!
I am currently on my fifth f150 I will not be buying another one, Ford has lost its way and me as a customer.
I said the same thing when they made the gay raptor
Same.
YEP, LOL pay, get in hock for $50k PLUS and still get a RECALL that will cost you in time & aggravation LOL
I'm on my 7th f150 all and the keyless pad was one thing I looked for but ford is getting insane and no coyote option on higher trim levels. I'm looking at GMC ultimate now
Sounds like Ford is being overrun by the bean counters. Let’s bring some common sense back. I may be looking at GMC (who already provides more bang for the buck) or Toyota.
The keypad is the best feature on my F150 and Explorer. The keypad has kept me in a ford. Without the keypad I will purchase a silverado rst as it is available in leather with the extended cab.
I agree with you. I was anxiously waiting for the 2025 Ford models. Now that they have removed the keyless entry I am buying a new Chevy truck next week. Even better for me as the closest Ford dealership for me is a 1.5 hour drive and we have a GMC/Chev dealer right here in town.
Ford has already ticked me off with not offering a V8 in the Platinum trim level. Now with the security code door entry going away not being standard on F150 it is pushing me away more from Ford. Ford needs to realize that the V8 coyote engine is the best engine out there. I have not seen nothing but bad reviews and engine issues with the eco boost engines. I see that Ford is going down the wrong road with trying to make consumers buy a eco friendly truck. Ford was built on great V8 engines for years. Like you said if it ain’t broke don’t fix it or change it. Just my 2 cents.
I have had mostly good luck with the many Ford products that I have owned over the years and have been brand loyal. As ridiculous as it sounds I would not consider other brands no matter how nice because of the keyless entry keypad and wondered why they didn't offer it as well. I am in construction and also fish, hike, camp and boat and leave my keys and wallet locked in the truck so that I don't lose them. I also leave a spare key in each vehicle and use the keypad to access them when my keys are in the house. Like Jassman3536 stated "Taking the security code is a MAJOR MISTAKE!" Personally I believe that the Lariat is the sweet spot in the Ford pickup truck line and removing the leather seats is a mistake. Just my 2 cents.
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The only reason I have driven Ford vehicles is for the keypad entry... you can lock your vehicle while gassing it up, lock it up at the airport, people can go to the truck at the motel and grab stuff with out getting the key, shopping at the mall you can walk on out and type in the code and get in and start the truck without finding your wife.
I love the code entry on my 14 I hope it becomes standard when I finally get a new one. Of course I have 180000 miles on my truck and have had 0! Problems can’t complain. And like you said if it ain’t broke don’t fix it. My truck ain’t broke!
I miss the day when you got a car with no subscription attached!
What a way to rip your customers off. Let's raise prices in a way that looks like we aren't. Shitty on all levels
The keypad lock was a game changer. What good does an app on your phone do if you want to lock your phone in the vehicle?
People want a affordable truck around 30,000 no start stop technology, no actuators on the front grill. Some people just want a no thrills work truck regular radio, manual window, no carpeted flooring with a non ecoboost six cylinder with manual transmission.
Nobody wants that
@@panchovia I spec'd one out with a manual V6 in 2015, then they discontinued the manual option - didn't buy
@@panchovia when i sold for Ford moons ago -- people wanted scaled-down trucks all the time -- and that was long before the insanity pricing took place.
I almost said exactly what you said. Yes, and if they would build a 300 inline 6, 5 speed manual, 8 foot bed, regular cab, no computers except OBD2, roll up widows, no bs at all, that would be great. Oh, and put the quality and reliability back too.
@@jamiespringer8141 30 ain’t cheap maybe 20k
Yeah i love my keypad entry and the fact that i can program all my pads with the same number is awesome. I use to love the ford pass app but with every update it loses features we lost the zone lighting , we have lost the security setting to program when to alert you if a window was broken in the truck. Now the app is just noting more than a monitor. I get more failed starts and unlock and locks now more than ever. I see why it’s free because it’s just become junk.
You're correct. Each update of Ford Pass has lost features . . . Latest being extended warranty tracking.
Stand by... I'm sure they'll start charging a service fee for it in time.
@@CalvinCarter-h7m im waiting for that as well.
I had the Securicode key less system on my 83 T-Bird, loved the system as much as the car. I'm glad that my 14 Edge has it.
I've had keyless entry on two+ decades of Ford's, Freestyle, Excursion, F-150, Escape, Bronco. It's become a well-loved Ford feature. Some have said it's no longer needed because of the Phone App. However, I see the unlock pad as an essential backup safety feature to avoid being locked out.
I also see the Ford Navigation feature Mitch said was discontinued the same way. There are times when, in remote areas, that Android Navigation cuts out. The Ford Nav app, that I pay $65 yearly for, is a great backup.
Agree 100%. My Excursion has it as did my wife’s Navigator. It’s a great feature, got the beach, lock everything inside and don’t worry about your wallet, phone, keys, etc. and I’ve never had mine not work. Conversely the Ford Phone app and remote lock/ unlock and start works about half the time and never after an over the air update. It’s great when it works, if you have your phone with you. But it’s not reliable and I’m not a guy who is chained to my phone. Dumping the keypad would be risky and totally stupid. Wake up Ford!
If you get locked out, you do not always have your phone or reception or dead battery on phone.
The phone app takes 15-100 seconds to unlock on my 2022. It is not convenient or very usable.
Hide a key
It is a very convenient feature however if your battery is down it will stop working.
I have a 2012 F150 5.0, and that darn keypad gets used all the time. It is the greatest feature on the truck! What ford needs to understand is people cant afford new trucks with everything bells and whistles attached. I just looked the other and a base XL single cab F150 at large local dealer was $37,000. Jump to crewcab and spend $48,000 bc of all the trim. Some folks need a basic truck! If I had to replace mine today, id buy used.
Thanks for the very detailed new information. Makes me glad that I ordered my 2024 F-150 Platinum. and not waited for the 2025.
They might save millions of dollars by cheaping out on parts but it’s just gonna even out because lots of people won’t be buying them anymore unless they bring these options back.
Cheaper parts? Watch cheaper than a rubber vacuum belt running oil pump? Rope maybe?
@@mblake0420 Long blades of grass tied end to end.
So glad i did lease buyout on my 22 f150 and dont have to deal with this bullshit.
I hope ford will reconsider the ideal of removing the keyless entry system, I would hate to bye a vehicle without it, for years I used this feature while I was at work leaving my keys locked in my car or truck. This has been a ford only feature that we (ford owners have enjoyed for years) so ford please don’t delete this feature..
Ill never pay a monthly fee for features on a purchased vehicle.
$50K for a truck with no keypad and no power seats is just plain disrespectful.
Ive had a 2007, 2011, 2014, & now 2017… all brand new F150 XLT .. I LOVE using the keyless entry key pad!!!!! My son has a 2016 and he don’t carry his keys either, he uses his key pad as well!! I’d pay the extra $400 (wouldn’t be happy about it) but bc I know I use that key pad so much, it’d be worth it to me
So Ford is basically getting rid of options for more profit 😢
That is a option to have. Hard to believe Ford would remove it.
I have had a 2010, 2016, 2019 and now 2024 F-150, the number one selling feature and I tell all of my Transportation students, friends, etc.. is the keypad!! If that isn't there I will now look into GM and Ram products.
I agree with you Ford bring back the door code. I use it all the time on my F150. It's a feature that other trucks don't have. So disappointed
The keypad being taken away may be a deal breaker for me. I use it multiple times a day. My guess is Ford is forcing you to use Ford pass app and then they'll add a subscription cost to lock and unlock in the future.
I have active X on my Ford Maverick and I will never buy another vehicle with that material. It is terrible in the summer. It doesn’t breath like real leather and causes severe sweating issues. It’s almost as bad as the old school vinyl seats. I would rather have cloth.
My opinion about active X also. If I could have gotten more of the Lariat features in an XLT (Esp the stereo upgrade), I would have bought an XLT just to get the cloth seats. I love a lot about my Maverick, but the active X is not loveable. Completely miss the perforated & ventilated leather in my KIA.
Ford needs to stop being foolish they are treating their best selling trucks like they don’t matter. And they might think we don’t notice but lots of people notice and won’t be buying another new ford unless they get their crap together.
Very well and accurately stated-Some very bad and dumb moves on Ford's part-RAM has been coming on strong as has the GMC Sierra-Competition is needed!
The Ford dealerships need to let this be known-Going very backwards now.
@@robertmielke6196 nah Ram also shot themselves in the foot too. They made a huge mistake killing off the hemi V8 and replacing it with the same crappy v6 that’s giving their jeeps problems for the 2025 models.
The keypad is about the best feature for my 5 Ford vehicles and I'd put it on my '66 Mustang and '69 Bronco if I could. It seems like a small thing but it will influence by planned purchase of a high end 2025 F-150. When spending above $80,000 for a vehicle if they can't include the keypad which as you say probably is no more than $10-20 manufacture cost, then what else are they cheaping out on? Maybe missing fuel injector O-rings?
100% agree with you on the delete of the keypad. Hated that I had to put the stick on unit on my new Maverick. Will have to replace the whole unit every couple years because you can’t change the battery. This keyboard differentiated Ford from everyone else and most love it. Ford is screwing up and that is coming from a recently retired Ford Engineer.
Does Ford have an option to opt out of all data collection? I think that will be the most important thing on my next vehicle.
Ford is listening and this is what they hear: "Customers love the security code entry feature so much, they will be more than willing to pay for it!!!"
Keep keyless option PERIOD!
I just want cold weather package o the STX for heated seats and push button start. A 45k truck without those are a no go, and xlts are overpriced now.
Active x (vegan leather) = vinyl. The best you get is vinyl on the lariat!?! Ford trucks are like a bag of chips-half of what you pay for is air. And every year they charge you more for less.
I just rolled over 90,000 miles on my 2014 XLT with 5.0 V8. Still rides and drives solid like it did brand new. All these ridiculous changes and prices on the new trucks just push me away. I think I'll keep mine another 20 years.
Farley needs to go now!
Does the 302A package have heated seats still? The website seems to indicate that you must get the 303A/high to get heated seats in an XLT. Then you might as well get a Lariat.
New trucks are too expensive. Affording to buy it is one thing. But keeping it is another. Where I live at, personal property taxes are exorbitant and insurance these days ain't cheap either!
Ford pass app is a good way to get stranded somewhere when you lock your keys in the truck and then it won't open. I've seen it twice now. Key pad on the fords is probably my favorite thing on my 2013
Look, most people don't care about the Ford Pass ap. Some of us older guys hate tech and just have pagers. I'll call you when I get home for lunch. I am and have been for the last 24 years a Lariat man. Now to take away my leather seats and 20" wheels is a mistake. Sure, my 2015 was a Platinum and was my favorite F350 but in 2020 prices went way up so I went back to a Lariat. I'm now ready for 2025 but I want leather and a Platinum is about 5k more. With all these price increases across the board these lower trim equipment groups will possibly get the guy into a bare bones or less optioned truck but don't take the middle guy of the equation as well. Taking the security code is a MAJOR MISTAKE! Personally, I feel all these trucks are about 10-12% too expensive and quality, though appears to be better is lacking in other areas. Rebates and low interest rates are what is desperately needed to sell the massive number of trucks on all these dealers' lots. The fact that you promote invoice pricing is a major plus to buy from y'all. Peace out.
I have that bs option on my truck.. never signed up for and never plan on using
They won't sell 1 million vehicles if they don't give the consumers what they want. Start taking away the reasons people consume and they will deviate away. Look at Verizon Wireless, they stopped doing what the customers want and now they are losing market share. I think it is a huge mistake to remove the keypad. I want to replace my 2015 Lariat but to get back everything I have is almost $20k more. I would be driving an XLT base and not have half the features and options. No thanks! I'll wait until either Ford fixes things or I'll be selling a different brand.
He forgot to mention in the video or maybe he just didn’t know that the base lariat is the only one with the active x seats so if you get a higher up loaded lariat you’ll have the leather seats.
Ford definitely needs to keep the keypad on the door
That’s literally one of my favorite features on any Ford or Lincoln vehicle that’s crazy that they’re getting rid of it. Wow I’m glad I’m keeping my 2022.
I traded every 4 yrs but not any more ours is a 2021 we will be keeping for a long time kiss our butt Ford
Don’t give up the step bar. I’m an in shape 42 year old man that stands at 5’11”. Getting in a truck without a step bar, or getting out for that matter, is stupid. It’s way too high when you’re just looking for comfort
I guess I will keep my 2016 Lariat with 5.0
And I’m keeping my 2015 lariot. It’s exactly the way I want it now
I've been wanting to move up to a new truck for a while.. I have a 2007 Fusion with only 110k miles on it. Life changes (had a 4th kid so needed a bigger house), price increases, interest rate increases, and messing with the options have made my search a lot longer than I've wanted it to be. The way it's going, I'm probably going to be getting something slightly used now. The dealership by me will do 3% under invoice and it still doesn't even seem like it's worth it for what you're getting.
It looks like no heated seats in an XLT unless you get the 303A (highest trim package), and no heated steering wheel? Am I reading the website correctly? A 2025 XLT package deep dive would be welcome, if you get time. Thank you.
Beware locking your keys in to your car and using ford pass to unlock it. If you plan to leave it in there for extended period of time such as a week or more once it goes into deep sleep, your phone will not unlock it. It will take a locksmith or a tow truck driver who’s good at unlocks
Yup secure code is awesome
Why would you lock your keys in the truck that long?
Pay the $400 and get the pad installed..
I bought my first Ford in 1967, over the years I've bought 5 brand new Fords. Still have a E450 Ford RV. Ford raised their prices about 50% over the last 5 years, and now they're sales have drpped way off and their answer is introduce the new models with less features. Stupid! Why would they even make a model now a days without dual zone A/C? Does that dual zone function actual cost Ford more than a few dollars more than the single zone A/C? Sorry, I won't be buying any Ford products anytime soon. Ford's CEO makes 24.5 million year, that's the first problem to fix for the 2025 trucks.
Consumer advocate, I like where your head is at. Please do a video on how car manufacturers are using your driving data since you are now driving a computer that is connected to the internet, and selling the drivers data to insurance companies so they can rise your insurance rates and see how fast you drive. I know the Texas is doing a lot for their residents and suing GMC for selling drivers data to insurance companies.
Definitely a misstep on Ford part. You already know the prices for the 2025 vehicles is going to go up, so it should already be included.
So all of the reasons to get an XLT over the XL STX are gone. In my 2020 STX the black handles don’t age well and I can’t get comfortable in the seat. Was going to get a 2025 XLT extended cab without cross-shopping. Now I’m not so sure.
Take away the safety features. Save thousands lol
I feel very fortunate to have owned probably one of the last decent F150’s. 2016 F150Lariat Sport. 5.0- Roush intake, Flowmaster Outlaw Exhaust. Superchips Tune. I drive this beast around with the biggest grin on my face! I’ve owned it for over 4 years. Never had any issues with it. Love This Truck!!!
My 22 F150 stx will be my last truck. I like it. I'm good with it. Auto makers have lost their minds. There's no value for your dollar anymore. Frankly, to be honest, I'll never be able to afford another one at this point.
will those lower packages affect engine options??
Ford F150 should have one engine choice 5.0L V8 and it is time to lower prices back to middle-class pricing. Ford has always had too many options and complicated something that shouldn't be complicated. GOD Bless
EPA regulations don’t allow that anymore
@@waterloo123100 change the regulations -- simple fix.
EPA is the biggest scam anyways telling everyone else about environmental awareness bah! I've been in D.C. walked right by their building it's huge 1st mistake with the hypocrite. 2 huge double unite acts outside every windows! 2nd mistake. 3rd mistake it's all bs anyways.
@@Rev.DavidJTownsSince when did an F150 had a standard v8?, listen to yourself..
Dumb idea. Sorry Reverend.
My mother had a 1978 Ford Thunderbird with keyless entry. That's 46 years ago!
Removing that feature would steer me to move away from Ford, because that was one of the main benefits of owning a ford truck and explorer! Shame on Ford!!
I noticed on the 2025 build and price, it appears the Lariat 501A equipment group includes leather seats and SecuriCode keyless entry keypad. Is that correct?
Yes-Bad move on Ford's part
and no lights on the rear bumper in the Lariat
Terrible call. I love that option on my F150. We camp a lot and this is something we use regularly.
All 3 of my Fords have the keyless e entry and has been my favorite feature and use it often. Looks like I'm going to have to be very careful when specing out my next truck....maybe I'll just stick with the previous generation as it was very straight forward, now you have to be careful as they've deleted several small options that could make or break the purchase.
They are getting close. We want a real base model I want a stripped truck with 5.0, max tow, 4x4, AC and cruise control. Who cares about all the electric crap, big computer screen etc.... I want a damn truck not a glorified SUV with a bed!!
Does the ford pass app work to unlock the truck when you dont have cell service/mobile data?
Evidently Not. Plus if you don't use your vehicle for a few days, it can go into Deep Sleep and require a locksmith to wake it up again.
I hate the new update that ford did to the app
Fords key code is the single greatest device on vehicles ever. I use it at my shop when people are picking up their vehicles after closing, I program the same code into my kids cars so we can access and drop things off when they are at work, I even was transporting a car for a local dealer one time before cell phones and found myself locked out of the vehicle in the middle of nowhere when I noticed a five digit number hanging from the key inside the car, saved the day. I love the key code and if it’s ever gone I’ll just have to drive old stuff. I never go a day without using the keypad.
I love the key pad
No, they messed up a long time ago thinking those trucks are gold. Just bought a limited tundra for what an stx costs. Been a ford fan my whole life. First car was a ford and have had several over the years. I’m not willing to pay more for a less reliable vehicle
ALL vehicles are getting out of hand!
I agree 100% about the keyless entry, I use and have used on 1992 Taurus, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII LSC, 2008 Taurus, and I LOVE IT!
"If it ain't broke, don't fix it" kills innovation.
A lot of great info and you are right, I have a 2014 f-150 and absolutely love the code locking on the exterior. Not a big fan of the phone crap like a lot of people. Ford is still the number one truck in my book. 2014 F-150 XLT with the 5.0, 3.73 gears and 119,000 miles. still runs like when I bought it.
Not cool Ford. Not cool at all. Let's nickel and dime the customer. That's a great way to win the hearts of the customers. And to keep your current customers happy looking to upgrade to a new Ford. Not cool.
Wow I'm glad that I snagged a '24 F-150 XLT (302A+packages) at Invoice Price(US$60K after taxes). The tech functions are growing on me esp. that 360 cam and Keypad system. I thought the only thing missing is a heated steering wheel for our Canadian winter here. Tbh some of these changes makes sense but that keypad add-on is indeed a miss and an opportunity for greedy dealers to take advantage of. I guess 2024 inventory will be more attractive especially at Clearout prices. Good luck out there
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What the H E L L. FORD….. I love the keyless entry on the door…. What if I accidentally lock my keys and phone in the truck… always had a way in. Apps go down, the keypad always works.
@@richardadamiak269It can be a dealer-installed option.
I know, but why do I want to pay 400 bucks for it
No body cares who you worship.
I love it when dealers act like tires matter when buying a new vehicle. It’s a wear and maintenance item. It’s like saying you get premium oil and washer fluid.
I love the keyless pad entry system. I had this on an Escape that I was leasing years ago. My job required me to fly a lot and I liked the fact that I could leave all my keys in the vehicle locked at the airport, and not take them on the trips with the chance of losing them or forgetting them at the hotel or something.
Just had a customer come in Yesterday for their 2025 Explorer. One of the first thing they mentioned was the door keypad code not being there. Im glad its still something that can be added but annoying it wont come from factory. I can definitely see how pricing for it would get crazy but my dealer is keeping the price at $455 with installation.
auto start stop is no longer a button and you have to go through menus in the screen to access it.
Fords key code is the single greatest device on vehicles ever. I use it at my shop when people are picking up their vehicles after closing, I program the same code into my kids cars so we can access and drop things off when they are at work, I even was transporting a car for a local dealer one time before cell phones and found myself locked out of the vehicle in the middle of nowhere when I noticed a five digit number hanging from the key inside the car, saved the day. I love the key code and if it’s ever gone I’ll just have to drive old stuff