2018 Ford F-150

The 2018 F-150 comes in six trim levels, as well as three bed lengths and three cab size options. The trim levels include XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited. Exterior features on the base XL trim include manual side mirrors and windows, 17-inch steel wheels, automatic headlights, and pre-wired trailer connections. The XLT adds alloy wheels, a keypad entry system, chrome exterior trim elements, and rear privacy glass. Choose the Lariat trim to get larger 18-inch wheels and heated exterior side mirrors, or choose the Western-themed King Ranch trim for unique styling elements, automatic wipers, and LED headlights. With the Platinum trim comes 20-inch wheels and power-deployable running boards. At the top of the list is the Limited trim, which has its own unique exterior styling elements.

Buyers also have options when it comes to the power of the Ford F-150. In the lower trim levels, you'll find a 3.3-liter V-6 engine that was introduced in the 2018 model year. This engine puts out 290 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque, working in conjunction with a six-speed automatic transmission. In the middle of the engine options is a 2.7-liter turbocharged V-6, rating at 325 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque. The most powerful engine option is a 5.0-liter V-8 that is available in two power configurations: 400 pound-feet of torque and 395 horsepower, or 450 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque. Each of the three optional engines pairs with a 10-speed automatic transmission.

The 2018 F-150 leads the full-size pickup truck segment in towing and hauling capabilities. When properly equipped, the maximum towing capacity is 13,200 pounds and the payload capacity is 3,270 pounds. Additionally, the gas-powered engine has the best EPA fuel economy estimates in the class, rating at 26 mpg. All F-150 models come with rear-wheel drive as standard, although you can upgrade any of the trucks to four-wheel drive.

Within the cabin of the 2018 Ford F-150 base trim, you'll find cloth upholstery, a four-speaker sound system, an auxiliary jack, vinyl flooring, and cloth upholstery. The XLT boasts extra storage bins and pockets, lumbar support in the driver and front passenger seats, and carpeted flooring. Choose the Lariat trim to get dual-zone automatic climate control, power-adjustable pedals, a seven-speaker audio system, ambient interior lighting, satellite radio, leather upholstery, and heated and ventilated front seats. The King Ranch has a heated and power-adjustable steering wheel, the Sync Connect system, HD radio, heated rear outboard seats, and a high-end sound system. In the Platinum trim's cabin, you'll find aluminum and wood interior trim, while the Limited has its own high-end leather upholstery and unique styling elements.

Every Ford F-150 is equipped with cabin air bags, anti-lock brakes, and stability and traction control. Innovative features are available, such as parking sensors, adaptive cruise control with forward collision warning and automatic braking, blind spot monitoring, a surround-view camera system, and rear cross-traffic alert.