Ford PowerBoost Engine: Performance, Features & Specs

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The Ford PowerBoost engine is the most powerful part of your new Ford F-150. The F-150 has been the most popular truck in America for decades because it is, simply put, the best one out there. Ford combines power and durability with an informed design philosophy that other automotive manufacturers lack. The company goes out into the world to gather feedback from drivers of the F-150, which is then incorporated into the new versions of the vehicle.

This article will take an in-depth look at the dynamic and powerful Ford PowerBoost powertrain. It pairs a powerful gasoline engine with a hybrid system to achieve both efficiency and strength. This review will help you decide what powertrain to select for your new Ford F-150 truck.

What Is the Ford PowerBoost Engine?

The Ford F-150 PowerBoost hybrid engine starts with a muscular twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 engine called the EcoBoost. This engine is impressive in its own right, offering both the muscle of a V-6 and the added power of the twin-turbochargers. It is currently offered on the new Ford F-150 truck.

Ford does not stop with the titanic V-6, however. The design team added a hybrid electrical system to the V-6 in order to reach new heights of power. This hybrid configuration includes a 41-horsepower electric motor and a 1.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that work together to make the truck even stronger.

If you're ready to drive a new vehicle for a low monthly payment, then you may want to lease a new F-150 truck with the revolutionary PowerBoost engine driving it along.

Ford PowerBoost Engine Specs and Fuel Economy

The F-150 PowerBoost engine specs are quite impressive. The hybrid powertrain is mated to a smooth ten-speed automatic transmission that lends the vehicle a refined driving experience despite its size and aggressive acceleration capabilities. You'll be the ruler of the road in a new Ford F-150 with the PowerBoost powertrain.

The Ford PowerBoost Engine hp is a whopping 400 horses. It's no wonder that this powertrain is a very popular choice among Americans of all stripes. The hearty growl of the engine will lift your spirits every time you start it - almost as much as racing down the road in your new truck will.

Due to its hybrid status, the Ford PowerBoost engine MPG is impressive. The two-wheel drive version gets an EPA-estimated 25/25/25 MPG (city/highway/combined).1 The available four-wheel drive Ford F-150 with the PowerBoost gets an EPA-estimated 23/23/23 MPG (city/highway/combined).1 During this time of high gas prices, the Ford F-150 with the hybrid powertrain can perform on the job site and save you money at the pump.

A 2022 Ford F-150 equipped with the Ford PowerBoost engine has a maximum towing capacity of 12,000 pounds.2 This is an incredible number, all the more so when it's paired with the fuel efficiency and raw horsepower offered by this hybrid configuration.

This vehicle configuration offers incredible utility to drivers both on and off the road. The PowerBoost powertrain allows you to use your vehicle as a mobile generator that can help you finish off a demanding job or have fun at a campsite. It can be configured with 120- and/or 240-volt outlets. The generator capability of the PowerBoost powertrain is yet another compelling reason to invest in a new hybrid Ford truck.

PowerBoost vs. EcoBoost: What's the Difference?

The EcoBoost engine is part of the PowerBoost powertrain configuration. The twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 engine is called the EcoBoost. The term "PowerBoost" refers to the powertrain that includes the EcoBoost engine and the paired battery and motor combination described above. Other Ford vehicles use the EcoBoost terminology, although the engine can have different ratings and capacities on different cars.

While we're on this topic, it's worth noting that the Ford electric and hybrid vehicle lineup is quite impressive. There are a number of hybrid Ford vehicles out there, and the all-electric Ford Mach-E Mustang offers the performance potential of the Mustang that inspired it alongside savings at the gas station. We are also eagerly awaiting the Ford F-150 Lightning release date. The Ford F-150 Lightning will be the first full-size all-electric pickup truck from Ford, and what we know about it already has us chomping at the bit to get behind the wheel.

Get the Ford PowerBoost Engine in a New Ford F-150 Truck

Our dealership team is proud that we are a Ford dealer. We know that this American company produces quality vehicles, many of which are built and assembled here in the United States. Our new Ford F-150 for sale is available in a wide variety of configurations, ranging from the base model to the Ford PowerBoost Engine hybrid option to the diesel variant of the vehicle. No matter how tough the job you have to tackle is, we can help you get the truck to do it. Our friendly team is always happy to answer any and all of your Ford-related questions.

Here at Bell Ford, we are dedicated to customer satisfaction and transparency in our business. We don't tack on fees or play games during the vehicle purchase process. Instead, we do honest business — after all, it's the American way. Reach out to our friendly staff today and arrange your Ford test drive.

FAQ

What is the Ford PowerBoost Engine?

The Ford PowerBoost combines a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 engine with a 1.5 kWh lithium-ion battery and a 41-horsepower motor. This setup, available on the new Ford F-150, nets you a jaw-dropping 400 horsepower and helps you save at the pump to boot.

What is the difference between PowerBoost and PowerStroke?

As noted above, the Ford PowerBoost is a twin-turbocharged V-6 engine and battery-and-motor powertrain that uses regular gasoline. Ford PowerStroke engines, by contrast, are non-hybrid diesel engines that are available on a variety of Ford vehicles. No matter what kind of truck you're looking for, Ford has you covered.

Is the PowerBoost a good engine?

The Ford PowerBoost engine is not a good engine: it's a superb one. It combines power and efficiency in a single package. Ford estimates that the truck can travel about 700 miles on a single tank of gasoline, and since it's a Ford F-150, you know that it can also perform on the job site.

1EPA-estimated city/hwy mpg for the model indicated. See fueleconomy.gov for fuel economy of other engine/transmission combinations. Actual mileage will vary. On plug-in hybrid models and electric models, fuel economy is stated in MPGe. MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.

2Max towing varies based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories and number of passengers.

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