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The 9 coolest features of the all-new Ford F-150 pickup truck, like a 12-inch screen, center console that folds into a desk, and mobile generator capability

Kristen Lee   

The 9 coolest features of the all-new Ford F-150 pickup truck, like a 12-inch screen, center console that folds into a desk, and mobile generator capability
The 2021 Ford F-150Ford
  • The new 2021 Ford F-150 marks the 14th generation of the popular pickup truck.
  • It has more usable features than ever, including a 12-inch center screen and additional storage space.
  • Ford didn't announce pricing but said the truck would be available in the fall.

On Thursday, Ford unveiled the brand-new 2021 Ford F-150 pickup truck. It marks the pickup's 14th generation.

The new F-150 makes do with a high-strength steel frame coupled with a military-grade aluminum-alloy body. Ford updated the headlight design, gave it a new power dome hood, and wrap-around bumpers.

All trims of the truck will offer the option of an all-new, 3.5-liter hybrid V6, which Ford claims will return an EPA-estimated range of about 700 miles from a single tank of gas. It'll join the other engine options, which include a 3.3-liter V6, a 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6, a 5.0-liter V8, a 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6, and a 3.0-liter diesel V6.

It's clear after perusing the truck's extensive list of details and features that it's a vehicle built for utility. Customers can expect a larger center screen, even more connectivity, and usable interior work surfaces.

Keep scrolling to see some of the 2021 Ford F-150's best features.

The 2021 Ford F-150 is all-new and represents the 14th generation of the best-selling pickup truck.

The 2021 Ford F-150 is all-new and represents the 14th generation of the best-selling pickup truck.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

There's a completely redesigned cabin that includes a 12-inch center screen.

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The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

There are more premium materials, colors choices, and storage than before.

There are more premium materials, colors choices, and storage than before.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

There's an available stowable shifter that can fold into the center console at the push of a button.

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The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

When in park, you can turn the center console of your truck into a work station.

When in park, you can turn the center console of your truck into a work station.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

The new Interior Work Surface gives you a big, flat deployable surface that you can use as a desk.

The new Interior Work Surface gives you a big, flat deployable surface that you can use as a desk.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

It's available in both the bench and captain's seat options from the XL to the Limited trim.

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The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

The F-150 crew cabs have an easily accessible flat load floor in the back that you can carry big items with.

The F-150 crew cabs have an easily accessible flat load floor in the back that you can carry big items with.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

The rear seats come with optional and dividable storage extenders that are lockable and can fold flat.

The rear seats come with optional and dividable storage extenders that are lockable and can fold flat.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

There's also an optional 7.2-kW exportable onboard power source that features four 120V outlets, turning your truck into a mobile generator.

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The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

Depending on engine choice, it can be available with three levels of electrical output.

Depending on engine choice, it can be available with three levels of electrical output.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

It's an ideal truck for the job site.

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The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

Ford says each new F-150 comes standard with new cleats that are mounted to the sides of the tailgate that serve as tie-down anchors for longer items you put in the bed.

Ford says each new F-150 comes standard with new cleats that are mounted to the sides of the tailgate that serve as tie-down anchors for longer items you put in the bed.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

There are also clamp pockets built into the tailgate of each truck, so you can hold materials steady while you're working.

There are also clamp pockets built into the tailgate of each truck, so you can hold materials steady while you
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

Everything is easily within reach.

Everything is easily within reach.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

The optional Tailgate Work Surface package also includes integrated rulers, a mobile device holder, a cup holder, and a pencil holder.

The optional Tailgate Work Surface package also includes integrated rulers, a mobile device holder, a cup holder, and a pencil holder.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

Power your life with the truck.

Power your life with the truck.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

Ford claims the new F-150 "features more exportable power than any light-duty full-size pickup."

Ford claims the new F-150 "features more exportable power than any light-duty full-size pickup."
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

The optional Pro Trailer Backup Assist makes backing up a trailer much easier.

The optional Pro Trailer Backup Assist makes backing up a trailer much easier.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

You simply turn a knob.

You simply turn a knob.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

And watch from the giant screen.

And watch from the giant screen.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

The new F-150 will come with a number of engine options, including an all-new, 3.5-liter hybrid V6.

The new F-150 will come with a number of engine options, including an all-new, 3.5-liter hybrid V6.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

Ford claims the engine will return an EPA-estimated range of about 700 miles from a single tank of gas.

Ford claims the engine will return an EPA-estimated range of about 700 miles from a single tank of gas.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

The all-new Ford F-150 will be available in the fall.

The all-new Ford F-150 will be available in the fall.
The 2021 Ford F-150      Ford

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