Ford F-150 Review and Specs

Are you shopping for a new truck or looking to trade-in your older model for a new one? Maybe you're looking for something upscale, luxurious, and feature-rich; perhaps you don't care about the leather interior as much as you want a workhorse for business use. It is completely possible that you are looking for something right in the middle. Whatever the case, the 2020 Ford F-150 has what you need.

America's best-selling vehicle is stronger than ever this year with a powerful V-6 engine that delivers a brawny-yet-smooth performance easily capable of towing. The technology is robust and easy to use, and the vehicle comes with a wide array of lavish optional features. It's no wonder this time-tested truck finds its way into so many driveways and worksites year after year.

2020 Ford F-150 Interior and Technology

The F-150 trim levels each offer a diverse set of options in terms of interior materials and technology. The general look is consistent with straightforward lines and angles, and this remains true until you get to the regal, Limited trim option. The variation mainly exists in the amount of interior leather and wood you want. The more sophisticated trims, such as the King Ranch, Platinum, Limited, and Raptor, all have special branding inside. This accentuates the tasteful interior and communicates the distinction between trims.

Each Ford F-150 comes standard with an eight-inch touchscreen except the base XL model. The touchscreen is responsive and built off the Sync 3 tech interface to support both Apple and Android products. The infotainment interface is simple, clean, and user-friendly. It is well worth the move to the XLT to gain additional features and functionality.

2020 Ford F-150 Exterior Technology

The interior touchscreen isn't the only place in which technology resides in this vehicle. A truck isn't a truck if it can't tow, and this truck comes with towing capacity plus Trailer Backup Assist, which allows you back up with an attached trailer through the ease of a simple knob on the dashboard. The knob feature interface works to cancel out the counterintuitive steering challenges that come with reversing with a trailer. The F-150's Co-Pilot360 accident avoidance tech comes standard beginning with the Lariat trims this year, and the XLT trim now boasts the Power Stroke diesel engine. Both the Lariat and XLT trims now offer a Black Appearance package along with additional colors throughout the line.

2020 Ford F-150 Additional Trim Specs

The 2020 Ford F-150 cab options include Regular, SuperCab (extended), and SuperCrew. The Regular and SuperCab options offer the full eight-foot truck bed, but the SuperCrew's largest option is 6.5-feet. Beyond that, there are multiple trim levels that offer different features and functionality.

The XL, XLT, and Lariat tend to be the most popular. If luxury is what you're looking for, the King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited provide luxury styling and equipment options, while the F-150 Raptor delivers high performance. Additionally, the XL now offers an STX Sport Appearance package.

Engine Options

Engine options are another selection varying by trim. The base trim engine includes a 3.3-liter V6, which generates 290 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque. The engine can be upgraded to the following:

• 2.7-liter turbo V6 (325 hp, 400 lb-ft)

• 5.0-liter V8 (395 hp, 400 lb-ft)

• 3.5-liter turbo V6 (375 hp, 470 lb-ft)

• 3.5-liter V6 and 450 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque (Raptor or Limited only)

• Power Stroke diesel V6 (250 hp, 440 lb-ft — now available on the XLT)

?2020 Ford F-150 Features

Here is a list of additional features not yet covered:

Security System

An ignition disable device prevents the engine from starting if the correct original manufacturer key is not used.

Stability Control

Stability control's smart technology allows it to reduce engine power and apply braking in the event of a loss of handling, which helps maintain vehicle control.

Front- and Side-Impact Airbags

Front-impact airbags protect the head during a frontal crash, while side-impact airbags protect the torso in a side impact.

Overhead Airbags

Overhead airbags supplement the other airbags in protecting the occupant's heads in a collision or rollover.

Pretensioners

Seatbelt pretensioners automatically tighten seatbelts to place the occupant in the optimal seating position during a collision.

Antilock Brakes (ABS)

ABS brakes automatically modulate the brake pressure to allow the tire to rotate when it senses the tires are not rotating, which boosts the ability of the vehicle to turn while braking.

2020 Ford F-150 Trim Comparison

Below is a breakdown and comparison of the F-150 Specs, features, and pricing per trim level.

XL

• 3.3L V-6 Engine

• 6-spd w/OD Transmission

• 290 @ 6,500 rpm Horsepower

• 265 @ 4,000 rpm Torque

• Rear-wheel Drive type

• ABS and driveline Traction control

• 17" silver steel Wheels

• Front air conditioning, manual

• AM/FM stereo, seek-scan Radio

• 2 - 1st row LCD monitor

• Cloth Seat trim

• MSRP: $28,745 - $41,050

XLT

• 17" silver aluminum Wheels

• Keyfob (all doors) Remote keyless entry

• Front Fog/driving lights

• Driver and passenger Lumbar support

• MSRP: $34,760 - $45,770

Lariat

• 2.7L V-6 Engine

• 10-spd w/OD Transmission

• 325 @ 5,000 rpm Horsepower

• 400 @ 2,750 rpm Torque

• 18" machined w/painted accents Aluminum Wheels

• Front air conditioning, dual-zone automatic

• Driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback

• Heated front seats

• SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan Radio

• Keyfob (front doors) Remote keyless entry

• Heated mirrors

• Leather Seat trim

• MSRP: $43,250 - $50,285

King Ranch

• 5.0L V-8 Engine

• 395 @ 5,750 rpm Horsepower

• 400 @ 4,500 rpm Torque

• SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan Radio

• Keyfob (all doors) Remote keyless entry

• Windshield wipers - rain sensing

• Navigation system

• Parking assist

• MSRP: $52,990 - $56,715

Raptor

• 3.5L V-6 Engine

• 450 @ 5,000 rpm Horsepower

• 510 @ 3,500 rpm Torque

• Four-wheel Drive type

• 17" silver aluminum Wheels

• Front air conditioning, manual

• SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan Radio

• Keyfob (front doors) Remote keyless entry

• Cloth Seat trim

• MSRP: $53,455 - $56,440

Platinum

• 5.0L V-8 Engine

• 395 @ 5,750 rpm Horsepower

• 400 @ 4,500 rpm Torque

• Rear-wheel Drive type

• 20" polished aluminum Wheels

• Front air conditioning, dual-zone automatic

• Driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback Heated front seats

• SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan Radio

• Keyfob (all doors) Remote keyless entry

• Heated mirrors

• Windshield wipers - rain sensing

• Leather Seat trim

• Navigation system

• MSRP: $55,520 - $59,245

Limited

• 3.5L V-6 Engine

• 450 @ 5,000 rpm Horsepower

• 510 @ 3,500 rpm Torque

• 1st and 2nd row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass Sunroof

• 22" polished aluminum Wheels

• MSRP: $67,735 - $71,160

The 2020 Ford F-150 fully demonstrates that it remains competitive.