2024 Ford F-150 vs. 2023 Ford F-150

The Ford F-150 continues its reign as the #1 best-selling full-size pickup in the country, a string that’s been running for an unprecedented 47 years in a row. One of the reasons the F-150 stays at the head of the pack is because Ford continually makes improvements year after year without veering away from the fundamental purpose of this popular pickup. The 2024 model year brings an array of upgrades and refinements in ways that make this formidable truck more appealing than ever. Here’s a look at the key changes that have been made in the 2024 Ford F-150 that’s available for a test drive right now at Empire Ford of New Bedford in New Bedford, MA.

Key Engine and performance changes

For 2024, the Ford F-150 has replaced the gasoline-powered V6 engine with a more powerful turbocharged 2.7-liter V6 that used to be an optional upgrade. The optional diesel engine is no longer available but there is a turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 engine along with a hybrid V6 and a 5.0-liter V8 for truck drivers who want more power.

Exterior styling upgrades

The F-150 has been given a comprehensive refresh for 2024 that includes redesigned grilles, revised headlights, new exterior lighting elements and distinctive available wheel designs. The new look sticks closely with the handsome, time-honored Ford F-150 design treatment but takes a more refined approach. In addition, the Platinum Plus model has replaced the Limited trim at the very top of the 2024 Ford F-150 lineup.

Ford introduces a new F-150 Pro Access Tailgate

If you step around to the back, you’ll see a new Pro Access Tailgate that’s an available option. It gives truck drivers in Lakeville, MA a way to open just a small section of the tailgate using a hinge that’s mounted on the side. That feature makes it easier to get access to items you have stored in the bed when a trailer is attached. It’s another in a series of practical innovations that truck drivers have come to expect and it helps explain the F-150’s incredible popularity.

Other exterior improvements

The new 2024 Ram 1500 provides you with a standard bed storage box as well as an available additional storage box. In the Tremor and Raptor trims, the F-150 is equipped with a new modular front bumper. What’s more, the F-150 Raptor comes with standard Fox dual live shocks with position-sensitive, continuously variable rebound control.

Interior enhancements

While many vehicles still give you only small 7- or 8-inch touchscreen at the base level, the Ford F-150 now provides a big 12.0-inch infotainment display. It used to be an optional upgrade and it’s now standard across the entire F-150 lineup. The 2024 version also comes with a standard 12.0-inch digital instrument cluster. That screen can show you a display of two views in Tow/Haul, Off-Road and Rock Crawl Drive modes. In addition, the F-150 now has an available head-up display and Ford has even introduced a new system that can help you locate your truck if it ever gets stolen.

Improvements in the Ford F-150 Tremor model

The off-road-focused Tremor trim is back for 2024 and comes with an upgraded grille that includes orange detailing along with a new front bumper design. Available new add-on features in the Tremor include an accessory light bar and a winch that’s mounted on the front. Ford continues to offer the off-road-oriented Rattler trim with hill-descent control, a locking rear differential and an off-road suspension system. The Rattler remains as a good option for truck buyers who aren’t ready to invest in the higher-priced Tremor or Raptor model.

Check out the new 2024 Ford F-150 in person

The Ford F-150 continues to offer a phenomenal list of customization choices and powertrain options. You can get an F-150 at the base level that’s ready to work or move up to the highest trim and spend your day with a remarkable level of luxury. We can tell you more about the new 2024 F-150 when you visit us. Find the one that looks the most promising to you and schedule a test drive at Empire Ford of New Bedford in New Bedford, MA.