DecodedCars2006 Roush Performance F150
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2006 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Engines
- 5.4L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 12 combined · 11 city / 14 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 106 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 12 MPG combined, 28% below the 2006 standard pickup truck average of 16.7 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 17 similar 2006 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2006 Roush Performance F150 is a standard pickup truck offered with a 5.4L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 12 MPG combined (11 city / 14 highway), 28% worse than the 2006 standard pickup truck average of 16.7 MPG, for an estimated $6,850 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boss F150 Super Cab 2WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 14 / 12 | -28% | $6,850 | 741 |
| Stage 3 F-150 2WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 14 / 12 | -28% | $6,850 | 741 |
| Stage 3 F-150 Supercab 2WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 14 / 12 | -28% | $6,850 | 741 |
| Stage 3 F-150 Supercrew 2WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 14 / 12 | -28% | $6,850 | 741 |
| Stage 3 F-150 4WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 14 / 12 | -23% | $6,850 | 741 |
| Stage 3 F-150 Supercab 4WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 14 / 12 | -23% | $6,850 | 741 |
| Stage 3 F-150 Supercrew 4WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 14 / 12 | -23% | $6,850 | 741 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2006 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2006 Roush Performance F150 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2006 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Roush Performance F150 (this car) | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 16 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Toyota Tacoma | 21 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2006 Toyota Tundra | 18 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 21 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 21 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Roush Performance F150.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2006 Roush Performance F150 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2006 Roush Performance F150 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2006 Roush Performance F150 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2006 Roush Performance F150. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other F150 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Roush Performance. How we calculate this →