2009 Ford F250 Pick Up Truck Review
Posted in Ford Trucks, Truck Reviews on November 15, 2009
Introduction
The 2009 Ford F 250 super duty pick up truck is priced at MSRP$25,285 – $40,865. It is engineered to offer big truck buyers the right tool for the most demanding job. This edition has been designed with a galore of useful features and refined road manners which makes it a strong contestant for the top heavy duty pick up truck title.
What’s on offer?
The 2009 Ford F250 is dressed in new features to woo the customers. It is outfitted with impressive features like power-telescoping tow mirrors and the Sync multimedia voice control system. They also offer exciting optional offers to the consumers like a large lockable compartment between the cab and bed and an in-dash computer with Internet access. For the outdoor enthusiasts who wish to buy the more rugged types features can choose the new Cabela’s FX4 package which offers cabin upgrades, fancy paint schemes and emblems.
Silhouette
The 2009 Ford F 250 is well designed proportionately even on short bed models. The exterior body is styled differently to distinguish between the various trims and special packages. This edition offer 19 wheel types and an array of colors and paint schemes to offer a different look.
The body has been designed to make it easy to use with front and rear step bumpers which assist in accessing the engine bay and cargo box. This edition also adds tail gate step and tubular side steps or running board.
The Ford F250 is available in three body styles viz. regular, Super cab and crew cab. Super cab has a pair of small rear opening door while the crew cab has traditional four full size doors. Regular cab offers long bed only while super cab and crew cab offers short bed (6.75 foot) or long (8 foot) bed.
Inside the cabin
The 2009 Ford F250 has well styled interiors outfitted with good quality materials. The controls are placed on the centre console which are easy to use and with in easy reach of the driver. In fact the centre console is huge enough to accommodate a laptop and hanging files. Massive centre console and dual door pockets provide generous in cabin storage space. The crew cab is equipped with folding rear seats which flips out the utility tray that keeps the load floor flat.
The interiors have an appealing look with chrome accents that surround the gauges and air vents.
Features
The 2009 Ford F 250 is available in four trim levels standard XL, mid level XLT ,off road oriented FX4 (four wheel drive only)and premium Lariat.
The standard XL trim is basically designed for a basic work truck needs. It is equipped with 17 inch wheels, vinyl upholstery, air conditioning; AM/FM radio and manual trailer tow mirrors.
The XLT edition includes these features with an addition of keyless entry, chrome wheels, full power accessories, cruise control, integrated trailer brake control, cloth upholstery, privacy glass, CD player and a n auxiliary audio jack.
The FX4 adds features like front bucket seat, power telescoping and folding mirrors, power driver seat and satellite radio. This edition is designed for off road utility and hence includes skid plates, heavy duty shock absorbers, and a limited slip rear axle.
For all those buyers who wish to buy a luxurious pick up truck can choose the Lariat that features 18 inch alloy wheels, power sliding windows, dual power and heated front seats, leather upholstery, dual zone automatic climate control and the Sync multimedia voice control system.
Ford offers various options to buyers like the XLT sports package that includes color matched bumpers and grilles, fog lamps, chrome step bars and privacy glass. The Cabela’s FX4 package sports two-tone color and interior trim schemes. The Tow Command option is available for all those have higher towing needs. This option seamlessly integrates the control of the trailer brakes with those on the truck.
Powertrain
The 2009 ford F250 offers three engine choices viz. the standard 5.4 liter gasoline V8 engine which produces 300 hp and 365 pounds feet of torque with an option of 6.8 liter V10 engine which generates 362 horsepower and 457 pounds feet of torque. All those with higher towing needs can choose the 6.4 liter Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 engine which produces 350 horsepower and 650 pounds feet of torque.
Consumers can select from six speed manual or five speed automatic transmission. They also have the option of 2WD or 4WD.
When fully equipped this super duty truck can tow up to 12,500 pounds.
Overall we found that Ford F250 offers an impressive driving and riding demeanor.
Safety
The 2009 Ford F250 is equipped with standard antilock four wheel disc brakes. Power adjustable pedals and rear parking sensors are available as optional features.
Conclusion
The 2009 Ford F250 offers tough competition to heavy duty truck manufacturers. The main advantages of this edition are comfortable ride, smooth handling, and available trailer brake controller. The main disadvantages that were noted are lacks side airbags and V8 engine not very strong in comparison to others.
