2027 Ford F-150 Removes 2.7L EcoBoost Engine and Reintroduces V8 for Higher Trim Levels

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      While Ford hasn't made any official announcements, a leaked order guide has revealed some important engine updates for the 2027 F-150. This dealer document was shared on the F150Gen14 forum late last week, indicating a new base engine and the return of a familiar powertrain for the high-end King Ranch and Platinum models. Is this a reaction to Ram's revival of the Hemi and General Motors' commitment to V8 engines? Perhaps, but it's clear that Ford's boosted V6 engines are here to stay.

      The first indication of this is the introduction of the 3.0-liter EcoBoost engine, which replaces the older 2.7-liter variant. This change may not satisfy those who want to eliminate small-displacement, forced-induction engines from half-ton trucks, but all evidence suggests that it is a significant enhancement. While Ford did not disclose the output specifications for the 3.0-liter engine in the order guide, in other models from the manufacturer, it produces between 400 and 418 horsepower with a torque rating of up to 440 lb-ft. For comparison, the 2.7-liter engine delivered 325 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque.

      The 3.0-liter EcoBoost will be offered as the standard engine in select F-150 XL, STX, XLT, and Lariat models.

      Another important change for the 2027 Ford F-150 is the increased availability of the 5.0-liter Coyote V8. Previously, this engine was not offered in the King Ranch and Platinum models, which were limited to the 3.5-liter EcoBoost and its hybrid PowerBoost version. That has changed, allowing customers to once again purchase Ford's premium trucks with a naturally aspirated V8. It appears that this engine is still rated lower than the twin-turbo variant, with 400 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque.

      The overall takeaway is that a V8 option is now available in every trim of the F-150. Given the current trends in the full-size truck market, it is intriguing to see a broader availability of this traditional engine configuration. While these engines are more advanced than the simple pushrod engines of the past, it had seemed that V8s were being phased out of half-ton models—either due to consumer preferences, manufacturer decisions, or regulatory pressures.

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