Spending 45,000 miles behind the wheel of a truck helps you get to know it extremely well. There is a lot to learn after spending months with the Ford F-150 Hybrid. Check out the bad, good, and costs. 

The worst parts of having a Ford F-150 Hybrid 

The team and Edmunds had a Ford F-150 Hybrid for 3.5 years. They averaged about 15,000 miles per year, which is on the mark. An average driver accrues about 15,000 miles annually. 

The first complaint about the F-150 Hybrid involves failure to meet its fuel economy estimates. It’s supposed to get an EPA-estimated 25 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. The team averaged 19 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway. 

Also, their truck went to the repair shop a few different times. The infotainment screen failed but was replaced under the warranty. 

Then recalls included issues with the underbody insulators, rear axle wiring bundle harness, wiper arms, rear axle bolt, and engine intake valves. For maintenance, they spent $1,500 on tires, and $468.49 for oil changes and other simple tasks. 

They got the Ford F-150 Hybrid for $66,285 and now it’s worth $32,600. It depreciated by $33,685. However, they bought the truck when Covid pushed prices up. 

The team loved towing with the truck. It can tow up to 12,700 lbs and carry a payload of up to 2,120 lbs. The towing tech made hauling large items simple and easy. Also, the multiple tie-down points and cab-mounted camera were helpful. 

Plus, the Ford Hybrid truck proves to be spacious and comfortable. They have an XLT trim, so it’s not the fanciest model in the bunch. But the interior provides tons of comfort for long drives and while sitting in traffic. 

It has a smooth ride and a quiet interior for relaxing rides. Also, there are tons of storage bins to take advantage of. After 45,000 miles, the interior feels plush and durable. It only has the usual signs of wear and tear.