The Ford F-150, in general, has long been known as a reliable, dependable product, though there have been some exceptions to that rule along the way. Certain F-150 engines, in particular, have their fair share of known issues, which has somewhat dampened enthusiasm around the pickup’s longevity, even though it continues to be recognized as a generally reliable model. However, that wasn’t necessarily the case in a recent study from iSeeCars.
Rather, iSeeCars found that the Ford F-150 ranked lower than average in terms of pickup trucks expected to make it to or beyond the 250,000-mile mark. The Ford F-150 had a 15.8 percent chance of reaching that milestone, which is below the overall average of 19.4 percent for pickups in general. Nonetheless, that ranks the F-150 behind some of its rivals, including the Toyota Tundra (36.6 percent), Chevy Silverado 1500 (18.8 percent), and GMC Sierra 1500 (16.1 percent), though also ahead of the Ram 1500 (11.5 percent).
This was also the case for the Ford F-150 in the 2023 version of this same study, as the best-selling pickup ranked 11th on that list of the longest-lasting pickup trucks on the road with a 19.2 percent chance of reaching 250,000 miles – compared to a 25.9 percent on average. However, this year, the Ford F-150 also ranked 16th among all vehicles on the market with that same 15.8 percent chance of making it to the 250k mile mark, which is 1.8 times higher than the overall average.
To come up with this data, iSeeCars analyzed 402 million vehicles to determine which are the most likely to continue operating up to at least 250,000 miles, and it did so by calculating average odometer readings per model year, then feeding that data into a proprietary model to estimate that particular likelihood.
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And an even lower chance of getting a blue cruise update
I wonder what the odds were of getting 250k miles out of vehicles made in the ’60’s, ’70’s, ’80’s and ’90’s…? I managed to get nearly 600k miles out of an ’86 Ranger 4×4 with its original 2.9L V6 motor still intact other than a set of lifters that were sticking at around 300k miles… tho it did go thru 3 – 5 speed transmissions, a rear axle, a half dozen starters, and a clutch every time I let someone else drive (the 31″ tires added to it had most borrowers riding the clutch too much to get it rolling, and I was foolish enuff to lend it out a lot..)..
Most reliable vehicle I ever owned, and I saw it still driving 2 years after I sold it, tho it was very, very well ventilated due to very severe rust everywhere. I only sold it cuz I was tired of getting wet legs and feet when I hit puddles or drove in the rain… only got 300k miles from my next ranger due to its 2.3L 4 banger working that much harder than the 6 cylinder
I’m on my second F-150 to reach 300k. Well, the first reached 298k when the transmission spun. (It was 15 years old and time for a new one). But my current 2013 F150 is at 340K, looks and runs great, very reliable.
I guess I will find out with my 2010 model. Who can afford a new one ??
My 2014 4×4 SuperCrew with the 5.0 just recently rolled 285k miles. Aside from regular maintenance, all it’s needed was a wheel speed sensor, a starter motor and a new wiring harness for my back door. Other things that stopped working that are less important to me are rear defrost and the recirculating air doesn’t work anymore (I still have air conditioning and heat, but air will not recirculate). Mechanically though, it has been a really solid reliable truck. I’ve honestly been impressed. I use it as a daily driver for work as a contractor and to tow my camper on vacations. I’m pretty convenient it’s going to be running for a quite a while longer still!
I have a 2019 super crew 3.5 with 70,000 oil changed every 5,000 with mobil 1. No cam phaser issues. other maintenance was trans and brake fluid changed at 65,000. About 80% hi way miles. Driving conditions are a key factor on longevity.
Do that four more times and then brag about it.
I have had 3 F-150s. First one – 2001 with 5.4 L got 334K on it when the body started to go. Northeast road salt. Second one 2014 Ecoboost. 219K. Engine is/was a POS. Body was cherry.
Current one 2023 with 5.0 L. Was the longevity of the Ecoboost compared to the 5.0 L? My belief is that the boosted gas engines do not last as long.
First how can you forecast that a 2023 model will not be around at 250K. If you drove a 2023 250K, then thats hard driving and hard on any vehicle. Used car sites there are many
F150 with 250K÷. As for GMC products go luck on trans and other issues. Toyota cost you an arm and a leg in mpg. Almost could buy another truck for what you pay in more gas.
I concur the turbo engines may not be as hearty as their V8, but if you use synthetic oils they treat you well. I have owned all 4 brands 150 models and always come back to Ford.
IMHO, combining overall power, maintenance, transmissions, economy, and long-term costs beats the others.