| The 2006 Ford F-150 is a straight-shooting pickup | | | | (with similar rear dimensions). This is one cab that |
| that's as versatile as it is attractive-and the | | | | will never be found lacking in comfort. Especially |
| reasons why the F-Series has been the | | | | when you consider that the XLT trim level has |
| best-selling pickup in America for an amazing 28 | | | | such standard features as breathable premium |
| years. | | | | cloth upholstery and fold-down center armrests. A |
| Curb appeal has taken a step up thanks to | | | | six-way power driver's seat is also available for |
| available 20-inch wheels and a new Chrome | | | | added comfort. |
| Package with available five-inch chromed tubular | | | | Standard XLT convenience features include |
| running boards and 18-inch chromed aluminum | | | | remote keyless entry system, power windows, |
| wheels. Inside, Sirius Satellite Radio is available and | | | | mirrors and door locks, front and rear 12-volt |
| includes a six-month trial subscription, and safety | | | | power points, a compass and exterior |
| is also enhanced with available Traction Assist on | | | | temperature display, and even delayed accessory |
| 4x2 V-8 models. Plus, the F-150 is the only pickup | | | | power. Some surprising options are also available, |
| in its class to earn a NHTSA 5-star driver and | | | | making the F-150 XLT Super Crew suitable for a |
| right-front-passenger frontal crash rating, as well | | | | far greater range of people-and yes, even city |
| as a "Best Pick" recommendation from the IIHS | | | | dwellers. These include power adjustable foot |
| for its frontal offset crash performance. | | | | pedals (a plus for smaller drivers). There's even a |
| The F-150 XLT Super Crew is available with a | | | | reverse sensing system, which is especially useful |
| choice of 4.6-liter or 5.4-liter V-8 engines. We'll put | | | | when backing up slowly if you choose to mount a |
| our money on the cowboy-tough 5.4-liter V-8. | | | | camper shell on the truck. So is a very |
| Start up this unit and you'll find out real fast what | | | | worthwhile deluxe mirror package that contains |
| makes it a favorite of folks with a variety of | | | | power heated exterior mirrors with integrated |
| things to do. First, the thing hauls. It's a SOHC V-8 | | | | turn signal indicators, plus a neat electro chromic |
| with electronic fuel injection feeding power to a | | | | (auto-dimming) interior rearview mirror. |
| four-speed electronically controlled automatic | | | | What is quite interesting is an easy install GPS |
| transmission, with available electronic | | | | navigation system for the Ford F150 by |
| shift-on-the-fly part-time four-wheel drive, and | | | | Magellan(R), one of the world's leading innovators |
| limited-slip rear differential. | | | | of navigation and positioning solutions with |
| One unexpectedly nice thing about the F-150 | | | | operations worldwide. Magellan was the brand that |
| pickup is how well it rides. Granted, the terms | | | | introduced the first consumer handheld GPS |
| "truck" and "comfort" are not exactly kissing | | | | solution in 1989, and it has maintained its place as |
| cousins, but the fact is that the Super Crew's | | | | a leading global GPS brand for consumers. |
| advanced suspension with cast-aluminum control | | | | With product lines in auto navigation and |
| arms in front and outboard mounted rear shocks, | | | | recreational handheld, Magellan's current product |
| both class-exclusives, deliver great ride and | | | | line up includes Magellan RoadMate portable auto |
| handling. No wonder the F-150 won just about | | | | navigation solutions, eXplorist handhelds, and |
| every magazine award since it was introduced. | | | | MapSend mapping and software products. |
| The F-150 interior is built to suit, with two rows of | | | | There are many benefits for the automobile |
| seating for six passengers (five passengers if you | | | | owner to have their vehicle equipped with a GPS |
| order front captain's chairs). The Super Crew has | | | | navigation system including; saving time, fuel |
| Big Sky-like spaciousness, including 40.1 inches of | | | | economy, safety, and tracking. Enjoy these |
| front headroom, 41.3 inches of front legroom, and | | | | benefits for your Ford F150 with an easy to install |
| a whopping 65.8 inches of front shoulder room | | | | Magellan in-dash system. |