LPG an option on Ford’s next F-150

The 2014 Ford F-150 will be available this fall with an option to run on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Ford plans to offer the option on the 3.7-liter V6 engine, as well as an option to run F-150s on compressed natural gas (CNG).

According to Ford, when engines are equipped with CNG/LPG engine packages, vehicles are capable of being driven more than 750 miles on one tank – depending on the tank size selected, the company says.

Ford also says prepping an engine with LPG from the factory costs about $315. This is before customers choose a Ford Qualified Vehicle Modifier to supply fuel tanks, fuel lines and unique fuel injectors. Upfits run between $7,500 and $9,500, depending on fuel tank capacity.