Used 2012 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCab Review
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F150 xlt 4 years old several drivers
MPR, Dallas, TX, 01/11/2017
2012 Ford F-150 XLT 4dr SuperCrew Styleside 6.5 ft. SB (5.0L 8cyl 6A)
These trucks are a great value if you get the right packages and buy at the right time of year. I got mine as an XLT super crew, cloth split 60/40 front with the extra bed liner spray for around $31,000. The super crew is huge - very spacious and comfortable.. I added a folding hard cover for the bed and it has worked out great. I love the split front seats with all the storage space - … many compartments. The sync works well, all steering wheel controls for sync, phone and radio are very convenient. The handling and road comfort are excellent. The only negative is the turning radius is not very tight, it is hard to turn around in tight spaces. I recommend adding a rear bumper sonic detector. For maintenance - I am very picky - I do all my own maintenance, use synthetic oils and good filters. The 5.0 coyote engine holds 7.7 liters of oil, which is a big increase over prior years. I change it about every 7,000 miles, but it can easily go over 10,000 miles before the computer alerts you to change it. Power is good but not earth shaking. Ok to move my daughter into college on a long road trip. The mileage is ok at 18 combined, up to 24 highway only, around 13-14 city, I expected better, from other reviews, glad I didn't go for the turbo v-6. Rotating the tires is very important because the front wheel turning radius is not great and the front wheels do scrub a bit, leading to noticeable edge wear on the rubber. The spare is full size but a steel wheel, so to rotate that into the mix you need to also have a mechanic swap wheels. It is worth it for the cost savings on tires. NOTE; The engine oil dipstick has a very short handle and is extremely difficult to reach - seems like a simple fix, but it's annoying. There is NO dipstick to check the trans fluid, it can only be accessed underneath the truck. Checking level is impossible, but it is only a once every 100,000 mile issue to change it.. Biggest NEGATIVE: The coolant system started to leak at 76,000 miles - upper radiator hose. I thought I could fix it - wrong. This is a HORRIBLE DESIGN! The hose is not simple - it is two parts plus a plastic tee connector - dealer wants $517 to replace, my local mechanic only wants $347. BUT the parts are back-ordered due to high demand. Many of these leak about 75,0000 miles, it is a national problem.. Apparently it is a total system with the upper and lower hoses connected to each other thru multiple tees and valves - what a rat's nest! Someone should be fired over this. Other than this problem, the truck has been trouble free for 5 years and 76,000 miles with my various teenagers driving it too. That is why it gets 4 stars instead of 5. I would buy one again, but I hope they simplify radiator hose design. if it ain't broke, don't fix it - they forgot that concept.
Best ride to date!
Rodney K, Wake Forest, NC, 12/03/2018
2012 Ford F-150 XLT 4dr SuperCrew Styleside 6.5 ft. SB (5.0L 8cyl 6A)
This truck has surpassed all my expectations to date. I have always been a Chevy owner till I show and drove this truck. It as been great I toque performance, comfort class and style. If you don’t own it and won’t you should get it will be very satisfied.
my ford
Patrick Fiero, Abilene, TX, 10/18/2016
2012 Ford F-150 XLT 4dr SuperCrew Styleside 6.5 ft. SB (5.0L 8cyl 6A)
One of the best cars I have ever owned,and I have owned many cars,i.e. Mercedes-Benz,BMW,Lexus,Toyota,Chevy,Buick,Cadillac,Nissan,Pontiac,Range-rover,Hummer,to name a few!
Good truck when it doesn’t have major issues
Dan771, Sawyer, MN, 04/02/2021
2012 Ford F-150 XLT 4dr SuperCrew Styleside 6.5 ft. SB (5.0L 8cyl 6A)
Four wheeler drive actuators know to be replaced often, power steering problems, transmission drops to 1 or 2 gear out of nowhere at speeds over 55 and does it a lot in cold weather or rough roads. Advanced trac light flashing after washing it or in rain
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2012 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCab
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Powerful and fuel-efficient engine lineup
- Pro:inviting and functional cabin
- Pro:distinctive special-edition models
- Pro:innovative electronics features.
- Con:Extended cab's less convenient clamshell rear doors.
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