The Ford F-150 continues to lead the segment, especially after its full redesign for the 2021 model year. Coming off of a recent redesign, we expect the 2023 Ford F-150 to arrive largely as a carryover model. However, Ford recently announced the arrival of a new Rattler package for the 2023 model year as well as a new power-packed F-150 Raptor R. Show
When the fully redesigned F-150 arrived in 2021, it featured a similar design to the last-gen model with a few tweaks. As a carryover model, the 2023 F-150 will have the same design as the one that’s currently on sale. The current F-150 features squared-off front and rear ends and a boxy silhouette. The C-shaped running lights, a split grille, tiny square headlights, and a healthy amount of chrome give the current F-150 a classier look than previous generations. Depending on trim level, the current F-150 ranges from a work truck to a luxurious vehicle. All F-150 trims feature chunky interior styling and a straightforward design that prioritizes ease of use. The center console is split into two sections with a large touchscreen sitting above physical buttons and dials. The stocky steering wheel has well-placed buttons, while higher trim levels come with a traditional shift knob on the center console instead of a column-mounted shifter. The 2023 F-150 should have the same interior design as the current pickup truck on sale. The new F-150 Rattler package is based on the entry-level XL trim with front-wheel-drive and will feature skid plates, hill descent control, off-road shock absorbers, all-terrain tires and 18-inch painted aluminum wheels, F-150 Rattler badging on the fenders, a dual exhaust system, rattlesnake-inspired graphics and accents inside and out, and more. The new Raptor R takes the standard F-150 Raptor to a new level, with a 700-horsepower 5.2-liter supercharged V8 engine with 640 lb-ft of torque. Long-travel FOX Live Valve shocks, 37-inch tires, and a wide array of performance enhancements promise to make the Raptor R a capable off-roader to battle vehicles like the RAM 1500 TRX.  Tech features for the upcoming F-150 should match the current model’s. The F-150 comes with an eight-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hot spot as standard equipment. Available features include a 12-inch touchscreen, navigation, a Bang & Olufsen audio system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a wireless charging pad, satellite radio, and an HD Radio. Ford offers the current F-150 with a dizzying number of powertrains. The standard engine is a 3.3-liter V6 that produces 290 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque. The next step up is a twin-turbo 2.7-liter V6 engine that’s rated at 325 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. A 5.0-liter V8 engine is also available, producing 400 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque. There are two different versions of a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 engine that makes between 400 hp and 500 lb-ft of torque up to 450 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque. A turbocharged 3.0-liter diesel engine is also offered, making 250 hp and 440 lb-ft of torque. Ford also offers the F-150 with a hybrid powertrain that consists of a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 and an electric motor for an output of 430 hp and 570 lb-ft of torque. All of the pickup truck’s engines come with a 10-speed automatic transmission. When properly equipped, the F-150 can tow up to 14,000 pounds and has a payload capacity of up to 3,325 pounds. The Ford F-150 Lightning all-electric variant of the popular midsize pickup is covered in a separate entry. In crash-testing conducted by the NHTSA, the current F-150 earned a five-star overall safety rating. The IIHS named the 2021 F-150 a Top Safety Pick vehicle. As a carryover model, we expect these ratings to remain the same. The current F-150 doesn’t come with a lot of advanced safety features as standard. Forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and pedestrian detection are standard. Available safety features include blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, evasive steering assist, traffic sign recognition, intersection assist, rear cross-traffic alert, a surround-view parking camera, reverse automatic emergency braking, park assist, Ford’s Active Drive Assist system, and Ford’s BlueCruise hands-free system. These features should be available on the 2023 F-150. OverviewWhen you think “pickup truck” the one that probably comes to mind is the Ford F-150. The perennial best-seller has evolved in the modern era with an aluminum body, turbocharged powertrains, a hybrid option, an all-electric spinoff—reviewed separately—and all of Ford's best tech. If you want a work truck, the entry-level XL has everything you need and nothing you don't but move up the trim ladder and you’ll find a lengthening list of desirable features—and price tags to match, of course. For those who want to venture into the wilderness there’s the spunky Tremor model while the upscale Platinum and Limited trims pamper occupants with Lincoln-level luxury. The F-150 does not ride as well as the Ram 1500 or handle as crisply as the Chevy Silverado, but it’s highly capable, multi-configurable, and thoroughly competitive. In other words, it’s accomplished enough to engender the kind of loyalty that has kept it atop the sales charts year after year. Where This Vehicle RanksWhat's New for 2023?Ford has added the off-road oriented Rattler trim to the F-150 lineup for 2023. Based on the XL FX4, the Rattler adds unique 18-inch wheels, a dual-exhaust system, hill-descent control, a locking rear differential, and an off-road suspension system along with distinctive rattle-snake inspired logos throughout the design. The Rattler's positioning in the F-150 lineup provides a more affordable option for buyers who want additional off-road capability but don’t want to shell out for the more expensive Tremor or Raptor models. Pricing and Which One to Buy
XL $36,380 XLT $43,640 Rattler $46,100 Heritage Edition $52,800 $59,040 Tremor $62,810 King Ranch $64,565 Platinum $65,955 Raptor $78,385 Limited $85,855 The F-150 is available with multiple body styles and bed lengths. While the XLT model is a step up from the basic XL work truck, we prefer the additional luxuries on the Lariat. It costs almost $10,000 more than the XLT, which may put it out of reach for some buyers, but it has the best mix of features and affordability. Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceThe 2023 F-150 is available with several engines—a 290-hp 3.3-liter V-6; a 400-hp 5.0-liter V-8; a 325-hp twin-turbocharged 2.7-liter V-6; a 400-hp twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6; and a 250-hp 3.0-liter diesel V-6. No matter which engine you choose, the F-150 comes paired with a 10-speed automatic. For the first time ever, the F-150 is also offered with a hybrid powertrain. Ford claims that the new 400-hp hybrid powertrain—which consists of a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V-6, a 35 kW electric motor, and a 10-speed automatic transmission—will offer up to 700 miles of driving range per tank and can also power an onboard generator for keeping the power flowing at job sites or during power outages. Buyers will be able to choose between rear- and four-wheel drive with any of the F-150's available powertrains. At our test track, a four-wheel drive Lariat with the hybrid powertrain galloped to 60 mph in a brisk 5.4 seconds. During our test drive, we noted a compliant ride and agreeable handling; high-spec models such as the King Ranch come with a variable-assist steering system that sharpens responses at low speeds for a more agile feeling. The Tremor model promises the most off-road capability; it offers 33-inch all-terrain tires, an upgraded suspension, a locking rear differential and a four-wheel drive transfer case borrowed from the mighty F-150 Raptor. At our test track, the Tremor leapt to 60 mph in just 5.3 seconds, trailing the more powerful Raptor by just 0.1 second.
Towing and Payload CapacityWhile the base 3.3-liter V-6 engine's towing capacity maxes out at 8200 pounds, models equipped with the 400-hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 can tow up to 14,000 pounds. Going with the venerable 5.0-liter V-8 means maximum towing capacity is just 13,000 pounds; the diesel V-6 is capable of up to 12,100 pounds and the hybrid model can tow up to 12,700. Payload capacity ranges from 1840 to 3250 pounds. These towing and payload capacities keeps the new F-150 in the hunt with key rivals like the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and Ram 1500. Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGThe EPA estimates the F-150 with the turbocharged 2.7-liter V-6 will earn up to 20 mpg city and 26 highway. The twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 is rated up to 18 mpg city and 24 highway. The hybrid version has estimates as high as 25 mpg city and 26 highway. On our 75-mph highway fuel-economy route, which is part of our extensive testing regimen, the Tremor model with the twin-turbo 3.5-liter returned 19 mpg. Once we can run the F-150 hybrid, we can evaluate its real-world mpg. For more information about the F-150's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website. Interior, Comfort, and CargoInterior appointments in the F-150 nearly match the Ram 1500's deluxe cabin, particularly in the Ford's higher-end King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited models. Premium materials are used throughout and the cabin is dotted plenty of storage cubbies. Additional convenience features are intended to make things easier for those who use the F-150 as a mobile workspace. For example, the 10-speed automatic's shift lever can be folded flat with the center console to create a large flat workspace. Similarly, the F-150 can be ordered with fold-flat front seats that can provide a place for sleeping. Passenger space is generous, with the four-door crew-cab body style being the most spacious and family-friendly of the bunch. Out back, the F-150's bed An optional onboard generator provides up to 7.2-kW of power to support electricity needs at the job site or at tailgate parties. Infotainment and ConnectivityFord provides an 8.0-inch infotainment display as standard that runs an improved version of the brand's Sync 4 software, while a much larger 12.0-inch unit is optional. This matches the Ram 1500's optional 12.0-inch vertically oriented display, but both the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra are available with a larger 13.4-inch screen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both standard, as is a Wi-Fi hotspot; navigation, SiriusXM radio, and a Bang & Olufsen stereo system are optional. Sync 4's new software provides over-the-air updates for future software releases, traffic-and- weather updates via the optional navigation system, and onboard telematics for fleet customers to help track vehicle location and usage. Safety and Driver-Assistance FeaturesFord is offering a host of driver-assistance features, but few are standard. More features will be available as buyers walk up through the F-150's trim levels, including a rear-facing camera for monitoring a trailer while on the go. For more information about the F-150's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
Warranty and Maintenance CoverageThe F-150 comes with three years or 36,000 miles of bumper-to-bumper coverage and five years or 60,000 miles of powertrain protection. Ford doesn't offer any complimentary scheduled maintenance, but rivals such as the Toyota Tundra and the GM twins do.
SpecificationsSPECIFICATIONS 2021 Ford F-150 Tremor PRICE ENGINE TRANSMISSION CHASSIS DIMENSIONS C/D TEST RESULTS C/D FUEL ECONOMY EPA FUEL ECONOMY - 2021 Ford F-150 Lariat Powerboost VEHICLE TYPE PRICE AS TESTED POWERTRAIN TRANSMISSION CHASSIS DIMENSIONS C/D TEST RESULTS EPA FUEL ECONOMY C/D TESTING EXPLAINED More Features and Specs What Ford cars will be available in 2023?FUTURE VEHICLES. 2023 2023 Super Duty®. 2024 2024 Mustang.. 2023 2023 F-150® Raptor R™. 2023 2023 Maverick® Tremor® Off-Road Package.. WHEN CAN 2023 f150 be ordered?According to sources familiar with The Blue Oval's go-to-market plans, order books for the 2023 Ford F-150 are currently scheduled to open July 18th, 2022. Meanwhile, production is set to begin on October 10th, 2022 at the Ford Dearborn Truck Plant and October 31st, 2022, at the Kansas City Assembly Plant.
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