2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty vs 2021 Ford F-150
Overview | |
MSRP$34,035 | MSRP$29,290 |
Average price$51,470 | Average price$45,640 |
Listings34 | Listings759 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty Reviews Summary“To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.” Winston Churchill was likely not referring to the heavy-duty pickup truck market when he uttered this quote, but it resonates nonetheless. It seems like every year the Big Three American truck-makers are trying to one-up one another, whether it's towing and hauling, passenger space, or technology. It's unclear how many truck owners shop on superlatives alone. It’s also unclear how many shoppers need “the most” of one particular attribute. Sure, some will need the towing capability for certain jobs. But far more will buy these trucks and want a balance of attributes that is as well-rounded as their needs. While 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty trucks give up a bit of ride quality to achieve some best-in-class numbers, they are well-balanced trucks. Read on to find out why. | |
2021 Ford F-150 Reviews SummaryThe Ford F-Series pickup truck has been the best-selling vehicle in the United States for decades and in Canada for the past 11 years, so a lot is at stake with any redesign. The 2021 Ford F-150 plays it safe, with changes that are smaller in scope than the truck’s previous redesign (for the 2015 model year), but nonetheless significant. This latest redesign brought an updated version of the previous-generation truck’s bold styling, a revamped interior with more convenience features, and the new Sync 4 infotainment system, as well as an available PowerBoost hybrid powertrain. This is the first time Ford has offered an F-150 hybrid, and the PowerBoost is currently the only full-hybrid powertrain available in a full-size pickup truck. The F-150’s traditional rivals are the Chevrolet Silverado 1500/GMC Sierra 1500 twins and Ram 1500, along with the slower-selling Toyota Tundra and recently discontinued Nissan Titan. Ford offers a staggering array of options, including six trim levels (XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited), three cab configurations, three bed sizes, six powertrains, and the choice of rear-wheel drive (RWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD). Our test vehicle was an F-150 King Ranch with the SuperCrew cab, 4WD, and the PowerBoost hybrid powertrain. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine3.3L 290 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Drive Train | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity3 |
MPG City | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway24 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 385 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine Name3.3L 290 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Torque430 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower385 hp @ 5750 rpm | Horsepower |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity3 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length98.1 in | Bed Length78.9 in |
Cargo Space11.6 cu ft | Cargo Space8.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight5677 lbs | Curb Weight4025 lbs |
Height78.9 in | Height75.6 in |
Length231.8 in | Length209.1 in |
Width105.9 in | Width95.7 in |
Wheelbase141.6 in | Wheelbase122.8 in |
Maximum Payload4260 lbs | Maximum Payload1985 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity22800 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity9100 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity13000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $34,035 | $29,290 |
Average price | $51,470 | $45,640 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | “To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.” Winston Churchill was likely not referring to the heavy-duty pickup truck market when he uttered this quote, but it resonates nonetheless. It seems like every year the Big Three American truck-makers are trying to one-up one another, whether it's towing and hauling, passenger space, or technology. It's unclear how many truck owners shop on superlatives alone. It’s also unclear how many shoppers need “the most” of one particular attribute. Sure, some will need the towing capability for certain jobs. But far more will buy these trucks and want a balance of attributes that is as well-rounded as their needs. While 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty trucks give up a bit of ride quality to achieve some best-in-class numbers, they are well-balanced trucks. Read on to find out why. | The Ford F-Series pickup truck has been the best-selling vehicle in the United States for decades and in Canada for the past 11 years, so a lot is at stake with any redesign. The 2021 Ford F-150 plays it safe, with changes that are smaller in scope than the truck’s previous redesign (for the 2015 model year), but nonetheless significant. This latest redesign brought an updated version of the previous-generation truck’s bold styling, a revamped interior with more convenience features, and the new Sync 4 infotainment system, as well as an available PowerBoost hybrid powertrain. This is the first time Ford has offered an F-150 hybrid, and the PowerBoost is currently the only full-hybrid powertrain available in a full-size pickup truck. The F-150’s traditional rivals are the Chevrolet Silverado 1500/GMC Sierra 1500 twins and Ram 1500, along with the slower-selling Toyota Tundra and recently discontinued Nissan Titan. Ford offers a staggering array of options, including six trim levels (XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited), three cab configurations, three bed sizes, six powertrains, and the choice of rear-wheel drive (RWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD). Our test vehicle was an F-150 King Ranch with the SuperCrew cab, 4WD, and the PowerBoost hybrid powertrain. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.3L 290 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | |
Drive Train | 4X2 | |
Seating Capacity | 3 | 3 |
MPG City | 20 | |
MPG Highway | 24 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 385 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 3.3L 290 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Torque | 430 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm | |
Horsepower | 385 hp @ 5750 rpm | |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | |
MPG Highway | 24 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 3 | 3 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 98.1 in | 78.9 in |
Cargo Space | 11.6 cu ft | 8.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5677 lbs | 4025 lbs |
Height | 78.9 in | 75.6 in |
Length | 231.8 in | 209.1 in |
Width | 105.9 in | 95.7 in |
Wheelbase | 141.6 in | 122.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 4260 lbs | 1985 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 22800 lbs | 9100 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 13000 lbs | 5000 lbs |
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