Show The Ford F-150 continues its reputation as a capable and trustworthy workhorse while offering a wide variety in its model range. Pricing starts at $34,085. The full-size pickup truck segment is one of the most competitive in the automotive world, and the perennial sales king of the class is the Ford F-150. It’s a best-seller for good reasons. It offers truck buyers just about everything they could want (except a diesel engine), whether you want a humble work truck, an off-road beast, a finely-tailored luxury vehicle, or anything in between. Some significant upgrades for 2023 include the supercharged V8-powered Raptor R, a Heritage Edition celebrating 75 years of the F-Series, and a Rattler Package offering off-road style and capability at an affordable price point. The chief rivals of the F-150 are the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and Ram 1500. The all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning is reviewed separately. 2023 Ford F150 PricingThe base XL trim starts at $34,085, and the XLT model begins at $39,760. The Lariat trim starts at $56,480, and the King Ranch model starts at $62,005. The upscale Platinum model starts at $63,695, and the luxurious Limited model begins at $83,910. As for the off-road-ready models, the Tremor starts at $60,110, and the Raptor starts at $75,775. A destination fee of $1,795 applies to all F-150 models. The F-150 is priced similarly to its closest rivals, namely the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Ram 1500. Driving the 2023 Ford F150The driving experience of the F-150 can vary greatly depending on the configuration. For example, the XL model with a single cab and the base V6 engine drives differently than the 450-horsepower Raptor. However, generally speaking, the Ford F-150 delivers a smooth and comfortable ride. There’s no getting around the fact that it’s a big pickup truck, which means it can be tricky to maneuver in tight spaces, but it’s a bit more agile and refined than you might expect for a full-size truck. The more traditional engine options are the naturally aspirated V6 and V8 engines. There aren’t any surprises with these trusty engines, which is good if you’re looking for familiarity. We’re partial to the EcoBoost engines, comprising 2.7-liter and 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 options. The 2.7-liter engine prioritizes efficiency, while the 3.5-liter engine makes more power and torque, translating to greater capabilities. There’s also a hybrid turbo V6 available if you’re looking for the best fuel economy. The F-150 Raptor uses a unique tuning of the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 to make 450 horsepower for stellar off-road performance. A more budget-friendly alternative to the Raptor is the Tremor, which is still an excellent off-roader with the style to match. A new little brother to the off-road F-150 models is the Rattler Package for the XL trim, which adds the 2.7-liter EcoBoost engine, 4-wheel drive (4WD), and various off-road upgrades like an electronic locking rear differential, an off-road suspension, skid plates, and more. Interior ComfortThe interior of the Ford F-150 is practical and functional, but it’s also comfortable and high-tech. Whether you’re looking for a stripped-down work truck with vinyl seats or an opulent luxury vehicle with massaging leather seats, there’s an F-150 for you. A wide variety in the model range allows you to choose your level of luxury and technology. The F-150 has three cab options: a regular cab, SuperCab extended cab, or SuperCrew crew cab. The regular cab is only available with the XL and XLT trims, the SuperCab is available up through the Lariat trim, and the King Ranch model and up are SuperCrew-only. The backseats of the SuperCrew models are roomy and comfortable, suitable for family use. Exterior StylingLike the interior of the F-150, there’s a ton of visual variety for the exterior of this truck. Depending on the trim, the look can change quite a bit. For example, the off-road-ready Tremor and Raptor models have a more rugged appearance, while the luxurious King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited models are on the fancier side. Meanwhile, the humble XL and XLT models have the dignified look of a work truck. There are a couple of new option packages for the 2023 model year. A special Heritage Edition celebrates the 75th anniversary of the F-150 with five different two-tone paint options available, unique 20-inch wheels, and a white “75 Years” upper windshield logo. A new Rattler Edition available for the XL trim has “Rattler” box-side decals and fender vent badges, black dual exhaust tips, and 18-inch dark-painted aluminum wheels with all-terrain tires. As for the size of the F-150, it’s in line with the full-size pickup truck class with dimensions similar to its rivals from GM and Ram. Favorite Features1. Class-leading capabilities 2.
Mechanical variety 3. Luxurious upper trims 4. Rugged off-road models 5. BlueCruise hands-free driving 6. SYNC 4 Engine & TransmissionA wide variety of engines is one of the many strong suits of the Ford F-150. The base engine is a 3.3-liter V6 that’s a good value for its efficiency and affordability. An old-fashioned 5.0-liter V8 is available if you’re looking for reliable horsepower. There are two turbocharged EcoBoost engines available for the F-150. The more efficient of the two is a 2.7-liter V6, while a bigger 3.5-liter V6 is more performance-oriented, especially in the Raptor. The hybrid F-150 is powered by a PowerBoost turbocharged V6, which is obviously the most efficient engine available in the F-150, but it retains muscular capabilities. Finally, the new Raptor R is powered by a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 sourced from the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500. It boasts 700 horsepower and 640 lb-ft of torque to battle the Ram 1500 TRX. It’s worth noting that the Chevy Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and Ram 1500 are all available with a turbo-diesel engine, but the F-150 is not. Rear-wheel drive is standard, and 4-wheel drive is optional on most trims of the F-150. Four-wheel drive is standard on the Tremor, Raptor, and Limited trims. 3.3-liter V6 Twin-turbo 2.7-liter V6 5.0-liter V8 Twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 Twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 Hybrid KBB Vehicle Review and Rating MethodologyOur Expert Ratings come from hours of both driving and number crunching to make sure that you choose the best car for you. We comprehensively experience and analyze every new SUV, car, truck, or minivan for sale in the U.S. and compare it to its competitors. When all that dust settles, we have our ratings. We require new ratings every time an all-new vehicle or a new generation of an existing vehicle comes out. Additionally, we reassess those ratings when a new-generation vehicle receives a mid-cycle refresh — basically, sprucing up a car in the middle of its product cycle (typically, around the 2-3 years mark) with a minor facelift, often with updates to features and technology. Rather than pulling random numbers out of the air or off some meaningless checklist, KBB’s editors rank a vehicle to where it belongs in its class. Before any car earns its KBB rating, it must prove itself to be better (or worse) than the other cars it’s competing against as it tries to get you to spend your money buying or leasing. Our editors drive and live with a given vehicle. We ask all the right questions about the interior, the exterior, the engine and powertrain, the ride and handling, the features, the comfort, and of course, about the price. Does it serve the purpose for which it was built? (Whether that purpose is commuting efficiently to and from work in the city, keeping your family safe, making you feel like you’ve made it to the top — or that you’re on your way — or making you feel like you’ve finally found just the right partner for your lifestyle.) We take each vehicle we test through the mundane — parking, lane-changing, backing up, cargo space and loading — as well as the essential — acceleration, braking, handling, interior quiet and comfort, build quality, materials quality, reliability. More About How We Rate Vehicles Is Ford changing the FThe new 2023 Ford F-150 trucks might offer more standard technology as the release date gets closer. For now, we expect the standard technology to include pedestrian detection, forward automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning and a rearview camera.
WHEN CAN 2023 f150 be ordered?The 2023 Ford F-150 is expected in the summer or fall of 2022. We will be able to order it even sooner than that.
Is Ford redesigning the FIn 2021, the F-150 lineup was redesigned slightly with more interior features and technology. For the 2022 F-150 lineup, no major changes are expected.
How long is the wait to order a 2022 FTypically, it is currently taking eight to 10 weeks. If that sounds long, keep in mind that if you ordered a 2022 F-150 in November 2021, the wait times were up to 30 weeks in some cases.
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