Ford F-150 is probably the first pickup truck you think of. The perennial best-seller now has an aluminum body, turbocharged powertrains, a hybrid choice, and an all-electric spinoff—reviewed individually by Ford’s best tech.
The adventurous Tremor model and the luxurious Platinum and Limited cut offer Lincoln-level luxury.
The F-150 is capable, multi-configurable, and competitive, but the Ram 1500 and Chevy Silverado ride and handle better.
It’s accomplished enough to inspire the commitment that has kept it at the top of the sales charts every year.
What is in the 2023 model
For 2023, Ford has included the off-road-oriented Rattler trim in the F-150 lineup.
Based on the XL FX4, the Rattler brings distinct 18-inch wheels, a dual-exhaust structure, hill-descent control, a latching rear differential, and an off-road suspension system as distinctive rattle-snake-inspired logos all over the design.
The Rattler’s position in the F-150 lineup provides a more affordable option for buyers who want more off-road capability but want to avoid paying the higher costs for the Tremor or Raptor models.
Pricing and Choosing a Model
The F-150 is available in many body styles and bed lengths. While the XLT model is a level up from the entry-level XL work truck, It is nearly $10,000 more expensive than the XLT, which may place it out of reach for some consumers, but it offers the best combination of specs and affordability.
| XL | $35,680 |
| XLT | $43,785 |
| Rattler | $46,100 |
| Heritage Edition | $52,800 |
| Lariat | $59,135 |
| Tremor | $62,955 |
| King Ranch | $64,660 |
| Platinum | $66,050 |
| Limited | $85,775 |
Performance, Engine, and Transmission
Engine options for the 2023 F-150 include 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.
Regardless of engine choice, the F-150 comes standard with a 10-speed automatic transmission. For the first time, the F-150 is available with a hybrid powertrain.
Ford F-150 Tremor
| Twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC |
| 24-valve V-6, aluminum block, and heads, port, and direct fuel injection |
| Displacement: 213 in, 3497 cm |
| Power: 400 hp at 6000 rpm |
| Torque: 500 lb-ft at 3100 rpm |
| 10-speed automatic |
Ford F-150 Lariat Powerboost
| Twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC |
| 24-valve 3.5 liter V-6, 400 hp, 5– lb-ft |
| permanent-magnet asynchronous AC motor |
| 47 hp combined output, 430 hp, 570 lb-ft |
| 1.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack |
| 10-speed automatic |
The latest 400-hp hybrid powertrain, which includes a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V-6, a 35-kW electric motor, and a 10-speed automatic transmission, can offer up to 700 miles of driving range per tank and can power an onboard generator to keep power flowing at job sites or during power outages, according to Ford. Buyers can select a rear or four-wheel drive with any of the F-150’s available powertrains.
On our test track, a four-wheel drive Lariat with a hybrid powertrain hit 60 mph in 5.4 seconds. With 33-inch all-terrain tires, an improved suspension, a locking rear differential, and a four-wheel drive transfer case derived from the powerful F-150 Raptor, the Tremor model offers the most off-road capability.
Capacity for Towing and Payload
Since the base 3.3-liter V-6 engine has a towing capacity of 8200 pounds, models loaded with the 400-hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 engine have a towing capacity of 14,000 pounds.
The venerable 5.0-liter V-8 has a limit towing capacity of 13,000 pounds; the diesel V-6 has a total of up to 12,100 pounds, and the hybrid model has a capacity of 12,700 pounds.
The payload capacity ranges between 1840 and 3250 pounds. The latest F-150’s towing and payload capacities keep it competitive with major rivals such as the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and Ram 1500.
Real-World MPG and Fuel Economy
The EPA evaluates that the F-150 with the turbocharged 2.7-liter V-6 will get up to 20 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.
The twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 engine is up to 18 mpg in the city and 24 on the road. The hybrid version is evaluated to reach 25 mpg city and 26 mpg highway.
The Tremor model with the dual-turbo 3.5-liter engine replaced 19 mpg on our 75-mph highway fuel-economy route, which is the portion of our additional testing regimen.
Ford F-150 Tremor
| 60 mph | 5.3 sec |
| 1/4 mile | 13.9 sec at 100 mph |
| Rolling start | 5-60 mph, 5.9 sec |
| Top gear | 30-50 mph, 3.0 sec |
| Top gear | 50-70 mph, 3.9 sec |
| Top speed | 108 mph |
| Braking | 70-0 mph, 193 ft |
| Roadholding | 300-ft |
| Skidpad | 0.74 g |
| 1-ft rollout | 0.3 sec |
Ford F-150 Lariat Powerboost
| 60 mph | 5.4 sec |
| 100 mph | 13.7 sec |
| Rolling start | 5-60 mph, 5.9 sec |
| Top gear | 30-50 mph, 3.3 sec |
| Top gear | 50-70 mph, 4.0 sec |
| Top speed | 107 mph |
| Braking | 70-0 mph, 203 ft |
| Roadholding | 300-ft |
| Skidpad | 0.72 g |
| 1-ft rollout | 0.3 sec |
Cargo, Interior, and Comfort
The interior appointments in the F-150 are nearly identical to those in the Ram 1500, notably in the Ford’s higher-end King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited models.
Top-quality materials are used throughout, and there are numerous storage cubbies. Extra convenience features are designed to help people who use the F-150 as a portable workspace.
Likewise, the F-150 can be purchased with fold-flat front seats that can be used as a bed. The four-door crew-cab body style is the biggest and family-friendly of the bunch, with enough passenger space.
The bed of the F-150 can be seen in the back. A discretional onboard generator generates up to 7.2 kW of power to help with power needs on the work site or at tailgate parties.
Ford F-150 Tremor
| Wheelbase | 145.4 in |
| Length | 231.7 in |
| Width | 79.9 in |
| Height | 79.3 in |
| Passenger volume | 136 ft |
| Curb weight | 5562 lb |
Ford F-150 Lariat Powerboost
| Wheelbase | 145.4 in |
| Length | 231.7 in |
| Width | 79.9 in |
| Height | 77.2 in |
| Passenger volume | 136 ft |
| Curb weight | 5794 lb |
Connectivity and infotainment
Ford includes an 8.0-inch infotainment display that runs an upgraded version of the brand’s Sync 4 software as standard, with a much larger 12.0-inch unit available.
This matches the optional 12.0-inch vertically stacked display on the Ram 1500, but the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra have a larger 13.4-inch screen.
A Wi-Fi hotspot is standard, as is Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; navigation, SiriusXM radio, and a Bang & Olufsen audio system are optional.
The new software for the Sync 4 includes over-the-air updates for future software releases, traffic-and-weather alerts via the supplementary navigation system, and onboard telematics for fleet consumers to track vehicle location and usage.
Features for Driver Assistance and Safety
Ford offers a slew of driver-assistance functions, but only a few are standard.
More features will become accessible as customers progress through the trim levels of the F-150, along with a rear-facing camera for tracking a trailer while driving.
Access the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites for additional information on the F-150’s crash-test results.
The following are essential safety features:
- Automatic emergency braking with human detection is standard.
- Lane-departure warning with lane-keeping support is available.
- Adaptive cruise control is usable.
Warranty and Maintenance Protection
The F-150 comes with bumper-to-bumper coverage for three years, or 36,000 miles and powertrain protection for five years, or 60,000 miles. Ford does not give free scheduled maintenance, but competitors like the Toyota Tundra and the GM twins do.
- The limited warranty is good for three years or 36,000 miles.
- The powertrain warranty is five years or 60,000 miles long.
- Scheduled maintenance is not provided for free.
