F-150 PowerBoost One Year Review - Would I Buy This Again?

One year and 14,000 miles later I answer the questions:

What would I do differently if I could order this truck again?
What would I do if I had to replace this truck tomorrow?

0:00 Video Scope and Welcome
0:58 What Am I Driving?
2:17 Numbers for Nerds
5:12 What Do I Love About This Truck?
11:51 What Do I NOT Love About This Truck?
17:05 Would I Buy This Truck Again & What Would I Do Differently?
22:47 What If I Had to Replace This Truck Tomorrow?
24:42 Final Thoughts After One Year of Ownership

The monitor next to my Sync4 screen at 8:30 in the video is an app called OBDLink which interfaces with the OBDLink MX + Bluetooth Scanner. This is the very best OBD2 dongle for the F-150 as it includes a whole package of Ford-specific PIDs for monitoring your truck.

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[gladegoodrich]

Bought the same truck January of 2022. Now have 36k and zero problems. Best truck I have ever owned.

[gregoryblackwell]

Thanks! I'm doing all the homework now because I'll be buying an F150 in the next 1 to 1.5 years to pull a 22' travel trailer in retirement. This was the most useful video I've seen to date!

[cwqrpportable]

So very nice to watch an intelligent review, minus all the drama and misinformation provided by some.

I ordered my 2022 F150 Powerboost Lariat 502A on November 10, 2021 and it arrived on the dealer lot on May 10, 2022. I now have 29, 000 trouble free kms. I agree with all of your points in the video. This has been a fantastic truck in all ways. I'm so glad that I ordered this truck rather than the Toyota Tundra I was considering ordering.

[tandy]

Thanks for this review. I'm in the process of switching from a compact car to a truck for practicality reasons. I ultimately landed on the F150 with the powerboost and this has reinforced my decision. Hearing a review from somebody else coming from smaller vehicles is great.

I also really appreciate your offer videos on taking the order process, as it's a pain to navigate.

[RogueArbiter]

The amount of thought and data that you included in your analysis is fantastic and earned an instant sub. Very happy to have found this channel!!

[garyjess]

I have 2022 Powerboost King Ranch with 15k on it. Zero problems with it. A pleasure to drive.

[Buckeye]

I have a solution for your handling that really improved my XLT. I replaced the OEM shocks on the back with Bilsteins and i added the hellwig rear sway bar. Its made a world of difference in comfort and handling.

[trustedsource]

Also bought the same truck, and it is hands down the best vehicle I have ever owned ever.

[FourTheWheels]

One of the best owner reviews I’ve seen on YouTube. Well organized and insightful. Well done and thanks!

[s.j.]

Great review and insights from an actual owner. Very helpful. Thank you.

[TheCapitaocaverna]

Thank for sharing this video, I have the exactly same truck with the 5.5 bed. I LOVE it, expensive but good value, I got six years extended warranty and service packages just for peace of mind.

[ronc]

My 2016 with 2.7 got around 20 mpg in everyday driving, I'm getting around 22.5 with the 2023 PB in the same driving area.
If I stayed around 65 on the highway I could get around 21- 23 with the 2.7, with the PB I get about 25 - 26.
So you are correct if you are just upgrading for the MPG it would be a long time to recoup the cost. And I do think that the 2.7 is the best engine for these trucks, I had no problem towing a 29 ft RV with the 2.7.

[stephenzerfas]

I have a 12 F-150 SCab with the 6.5’ bed and I love the space. Helped someone move along with a Tundra 5.5’ and time and time again my truck just kept getting it done. The extra foot really matters if you really work your truck like a truck. Camping or hauling it is great.

[jbcross]

Your truck is very similar to mine (2021 XLT 302 mid) in features and lack of issues. The 7.2 kw generator works faultlessly with my camper and the hot spot adds entertainment. The 7.2 kw also provided power for lights, multiple refrigerators and freezers, and fans for at least two houses for several days after a storm. Based on my truck you’re review and comments are spot on. Great Review!

[josipdolic]

I increased my ride quality with bilstein shocks

[sdfourty]

Love your honesty/ frankness. Bought almost same 2022 F150 5.5 bed in blue November 2022, dealer had only 5 unsold in stock, one i bought was a customer canceled order that dealer retained the factory order. Had an opportunity to buy, same price, a grey power boost, decided against due to complexity but also due to reduced payload. Power boost 302a sport FX4 payload is 1535#, ICE 3.5L same options plus FX4, payload 1822#, GVWR 7050#.Payload critical if you tow. My towable is a 23 foot 5726# GVWR travel trailer 850# tongue weight loaded. Traded a 2018 F150 2.7L 302a sport with 1375# payload. Yeah that much difference. Beware the small V6 F150, they have a light duty frame, All V8 & 3.5 L F150 have medium duty frames, including bigger rear differential. Loved the 2.7L got 28 Can MPG highway, handled the TT nicely, but at / slightly over payload rating. The ICE 3.5L gets 1mpg less on highway. Replace today? Get the 2.7L with the 2.7L payload pkg, that will include the medium duty frame & beefier rear axle and a 1600 + payload with a 6900# GVWR. AWD Lariat is unnecessary, 4wd with locking rear axle is more than adequate. Remember the tires are the most important component, in Ontario the drivers that care about 4 season all weather traction own 2 full sets tyres, summer, winter rated.

[dw]

Thanks for the update. I have a similar F150.
Note, if you want the hybrid, you must get the super-crew. Hybrid is not available with super-cab or regular style.
I have a 302a XLT 2.4kw Powerboost and my one regret is that I didn't order the 6.5 instead of the 5.5 bed.
With respect to the 2.4kw generator, I have it and I've been happy. I haven't needed the 7.2kw and I don't know if I ever will. It's worth calculating how much power you really need for your use case. For some it may be worth considering the cost savings afforded by the smaller generator.

[donmaddox]

I am an owner 1:10 2012 F150 Ecoboost. It has 242, 000 miles. It is a pulling son of a gun. However when you go to replacing the timing chain (twice), cam phaser (twice), and turbos (one so far), you will be shocked at cost. If I were to do it over again, I would sell it @ 100, 000 miles.

[lastresort]

"Paralysis by analysis" love that axiom

[dennywolfe]

This is really thorough and informative. Really appreciate your insight!!