Ford F-150
All generations, specs and history
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By Felix Hartmann, Automotive Technology & EV Contributor
- Built
- 1975–present
- Generations
- 9
- Top power
- 537 kW (730 PS)
Timeline
F-150 generations
Click a generation for its own page
- F-150 VI 1975–1979 · Pickup
- F-150 VII 1980–1986 · Pickup
- F-150 VIII 1987–1991 · Pickup
- F-150 IX 1992–1996 · Pickup
- F-150 X 1997–2003 · Pickup
- F-150 XI 2004–2008 · Pickup
- F-150 XII 2009–2014 · Pickup
- F-150 XIII 2015–2020 · Pickup · 186–336 kW (253–457 PS)
- F-150 XIV Current 2021–now · Pickup · 186–537 kW (253–730 PS)
Newest first · 9 generations since 1975
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2015
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1997
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1992
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1987
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1975
All generations by year: F-150 XIV (2021–now) · F-150 XIII (2015–2020) · F-150 XII (2009–2014) · F-150 XI (2004–2008) · F-150 X (1997–2003) · F-150 IX (1992–1996) · F-150 VIII (1987–1991) · F-150 VII (1980–1986) · F-150 VI (1975–1979)
Which one is mine?
Pick the year of first registration to see which generation it is.
- F-150 XIV 2021–present
- F-150 XIII 2015–2020
- F-150 XII 2009–2014
- F-150 XI 2004–2008
- F-150 X 1997–2003
- F-150 IX 1992–1996
- F-150 VIII 1987–1991
- F-150 VII 1980–1986
- F-150 VI 1975–1979
Which F-150 to choose
Our verdict · Felix Hartmann
For most private buyers the 2.7 EcoBoost is the sensible base: it has the same 542 Nm in the 13th and 14th generations and is the standard engine on the volume trims. The 3.5 EcoBoost is the choice for heavy trailers, with the highest towing rating of the range. The 5.0 V8 suits buyers who prefer a naturally aspirated engine. The PowerBoost hybrid makes sense for those who will use the 7.2 kW generator on building sites or for camping.
A used 13th-generation truck from 2018 onwards has the 10-speed gearbox and the facelift equipment; check that the recall work has been done. Rivals such as the Ram 1500 Rebel can be lined up on our comparison page.
The Ford F-150 is the half-ton model of Ford's F-Series pickups, the line that has been the best-selling pickup in the United States since 1977 and the country's best-selling vehicle since 1981. The F-150 name first appeared in 1975. Since 2015 the truck has had an aluminium body on a steel frame, the 14th generation arrived for the 2021 model year with a PowerBoost hybrid, and from 2022 to 2025 Ford also built the battery-electric F-150 Lightning.
In short
- F-150 introduced in 1975 between the F-100 and the F-250; split from the heavier F-250 and F-350 with the 1997 redesign.
- 13th generation (2015–2020): aluminium body panels cut kerb weight by nearly 340 kg (750 lb); 10-speed automatic from 2017.
- 14th generation (from 2021): petrol V6 and V8 engines from 242 kW (325 hp) to 537 kW (720 hp) in the Raptor R, plus a 321 kW (430 hp) hybrid.
- F-150 Lightning (2022–2025): two motors, 98 or 131 kWh battery, 337 or 433 kW (452 or 580 hp) and 1,051 Nm.
Size at a glance
Ford F-150 XIII
The Ford F-150 XIV is 5 mm shorter than the Ford F-150 XIII.
| Dimensions | Ford F-150 XIV | Ford F-150 XIII | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,311 mm209.1 in | 5,316 mm209.3 in | −5 mm−0.2 in |
| Width | 2,029 mm79.9 in | 2,029 mm79.9 in | Same |
| Height | 1,910 mm75.2 in | 1,910 mm75.2 in | Same |
| Wheelbase | 3,119 mm122.8 in | 3,109 mm122.4 in | +10 mm+0.4 in |
Specs by version
Engines
| Version | Engine | Power | Torque | Gearbox | Production years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid · 1 version | |||||
| F-150 XIV · 3.5 PowerBoost hybrid V6 | 3.5 l · 6 cyl · Hybrid 3,500 cc | 321 kW 436 PS430 hp | 784 Nm578 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2021 |
| Electric · 2 versions | |||||
| F-150 XIV · Lightning Standard Range | Electric | 337 kW 458 PS452 hp | 1,051 Nm775 lb-ft | Single-speed | 2022–2025 |
| F-150 XIV · Lightning Extended Range | Electric | 433 kW 589 PS581 hp | 1,051 Nm775 lb-ft | Single-speed | 2022–2025 |
| Diesel · 2 versions | |||||
| F-150 XIII · 3.0 Power Stroke V6 diesel | 3.0 l · 6 cyl · Diesel 3,000 cc | 186 kW 253 PS249 hp | 597 Nm440 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2018–2020 |
| F-150 XIV · 3.0 Power Stroke V6 diesel | 3.0 l · 6 cyl · Diesel 3,000 cc | 186 kW 253 PS249 hp | 597 Nm440 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2021 |
| Petrol · 11 versions | |||||
| F-150 XIII · 3.3 V6 | 3.3 l · 6 cyl · Petrol 3,300 cc | 216 kW 294 PS290 hp | 359 Nm265 lb-ft | — | 2018–2020 |
| F-150 XIII · 2.7 EcoBoost V6 | 2.7 l · 6 cyl · Petrol 2,700 cc | 242 kW 329 PS325 hp | 542 Nm400 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2018–2020 |
| F-150 XIII · 3.5 EcoBoost V6 | 3.5 l · 6 cyl · Petrol 3,500 cc | 280 kW 381 PS375 hp | 637 Nm470 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2017–2020 |
| F-150 XIII · 5.0 V8 | 5.0 l · 8 cyl · Petrol 5,000 cc | 295 kW 401 PS396 hp | 542 Nm400 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2018–2020 |
| F-150 XIII · Raptor 3.5 EcoBoost HO | 3.5 l · 6 cyl · Petrol 3,500 cc | 336 kW 457 PS451 hp | 691 Nm510 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2017–2020 |
| F-150 XIV · 3.3 V6 | 3.3 l · 6 cyl · Petrol 3,300 cc | 216 kW 294 PS290 hp | 359 Nm265 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2021–2023 |
| F-150 XIV · 2.7 EcoBoost V6 | 2.7 l · 6 cyl · Petrol 2,700 cc | 242 kW 329 PS325 hp | 542 Nm400 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2021 |
| F-150 XIV · 3.5 EcoBoost V6 | 3.5 l · 6 cyl · Petrol 3,500 cc | 298 kW 405 PS400 hp | 678 Nm500 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2021 |
| F-150 XIV · 5.0 V8 | 5.0 l · 8 cyl · Petrol 5,000 cc | 298 kW 405 PS400 hp | 556 Nm410 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2021 |
| F-150 XIV · Raptor 3.5 EcoBoost HO | 3.5 l · 6 cyl · Petrol 3,500 cc | 336 kW 457 PS451 hp | 691 Nm510 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2021 |
| F-150 XIV · Raptor R 5.2 supercharged V8 | 5.2 l · 8 cyl · Petrol 5,200 cc | 537 kW 730 PS720 hp | 868 Nm640 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2024 |
Performance
Show all 1 versions
| Version | Range |
|---|---|
| F-150 XIV · Lightning Extended Range | 510 km317 mi |
Dimensions and weight
Show all 5 versions
| Version | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Battery |
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| Electric · 2 versions | |||||
| F-150 XIV · Lightning Standard Range | — | — | — | — | 98 kWh |
| F-150 XIV · Lightning Extended Range | — | — | — | — | 131 kWh |
| Diesel · 1 version | |||||
| F-150 XIII · 3.0 Power Stroke V6 diesel | 5,316 mm209.3 in | 2,029 mm79.9 in | 1,910 mm75.2 in | 3,109 mm122.4 in | — |
| Petrol · 2 versions | |||||
| F-150 XIV · 2.7 EcoBoost V6 | 5,311 mm209.1 in | 2,029 mm79.9 in | 1,910 mm75.2 in | 3,119 mm122.8 in | — |
| F-150 XIV · Raptor 3.5 EcoBoost HO | — | 2,200 mm86.6 in | — | — | — |
Verified Manufacturer and type-approval data from our catalog · Sources and methodology
Ford F-150 at a glance
| Specification | 13th generation | 14th generation | F-150 Lightning |
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| Model years | 2015–2020 | 2021– | 2022–2025 (production) |
| Plants | Dearborn (Michigan), Kansas City (Missouri) | Dearborn, Kansas City | Rouge Electric Vehicle Center (Michigan) |
| Body | aluminium panels on a steel frame | aluminium panels on a steel frame | aluminium panels on a steel frame |
| Cabs | Regular Cab, SuperCab, SuperCrew | Regular Cab, SuperCab, SuperCrew | SuperCrew |
| Engines | 2.7–5.0 litre petrol, 3.0 V6 diesel | 2.7–5.2 litre petrol, 3.5 hybrid, 3.0 diesel (2021) | two electric motors |
| Power | 186–336 kW (250–450 hp) | 216–537 kW (290–720 hp) | 337–433 kW (452–580 hp) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed, then 10-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic | single speed |
| Predecessor | 12th generation (2009–2014) | 13th generation | SVT Lightning name (1993–2004) |
The F-150 sits in the Ford catalogue among the brand's cars and trucks. 1cars also covers the F-150-based Halo Sandcat, a 2015 show truck that Ford and Galpin Auto Sports built to promote the Halo 5 video game.
From F-Series to F-150
The F-Series started in 1948 as Ford's first post-war truck range, sold in eight weight ratings. Three-digit names such as F-100 and F-250 arrived with the second generation in 1953. The F-150 was added in 1975 and placed between the F-100 and F-250; Wikipedia reports that it was created to avoid certain emission control rules that applied to lighter trucks.
Several firsts followed. The eighth generation of 1987 had composite headlights, the first on a full-size American truck. The tenth generation, introduced on 25 January 1996 for the 1997 model year, replaced the Twin I-Beam front axle with independent front suspension and separated the F-150 from the heavier F-250 and F-350. In 2001 the F-150 became the first half-ton pickup with a crew cab and four full-size doors. The 2004 truck had a fully boxed frame, the 2009 truck dropped the manual gearbox, and the off-road SVT Raptor joined the range in 2010.
Performance versions came earlier. The first SVT Lightning of 1993 used a 5.8-litre V8 with 179 kW (240 hp). Its successor of 1999 had a supercharged 5.4-litre V8 with 268 kW (360 hp), raised to 283 kW (380 hp) in 2001.
The aluminium 13th generation (2015–2020)
Ford showed the 13th-generation F-150 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on 13 January 2014, and production began on 11 November 2014. Nearly all body panels were now aluminium. The frame stayed steel, but the share of high-strength steel rose from 23 % to 77 %. Together this saved nearly 340 kg (750 lb). The truck was also the first pickup with adaptive cruise control.
Three cabs were offered: the two-door Regular Cab, the SuperCab with two small rear doors and the four-door SuperCrew. Beds measured 5.5 ft, 6.5 ft or 8 ft (about 1.7, 2.0 and 2.4 m). Wheelbases ranged from 3,109 to 4,158 mm, overall length from 5,316 to 6,363 mm, and kerb weight from 1,846 to 2,584 kg.
The Raptor returned for 2017 without the SVT prefix and was nearly 230 kg (500 lb) lighter than the 2014 SVT Raptor. It introduced the 10-speed 10R80 automatic, which spread to the EcoBoost, V8 and diesel engines for 2018. The same 2018 update brought a new grille, a standard rear-view camera and the Sync 3 infotainment system.
Two large recalls concern buyers of used trucks. In October 2017 Ford recalled about 1.3 million 2015–2017 trucks because door latches could freeze, and in September 2018 about 2 million 2015–2018 trucks over seat-belt pretensioners that could cause sparks.
Engines of the 13th generation
| Engine | Years | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 V6 | 2015–2017 | 210 kW (282 hp) | 343 Nm |
| 3.3 V6 | 2018–2020 | 216 kW (290 hp) | 359 Nm |
| 2.7 EcoBoost V6 | 2015–2017 | 242 kW (325 hp) | 508 Nm |
| 2.7 EcoBoost V6 | 2018–2020 | 242 kW (325 hp) | 542 Nm |
| 3.5 EcoBoost V6 | 2015–2016 | 272 kW (365 hp) | 569 Nm |
| 3.5 EcoBoost V6, second generation | 2017–2020 | 280 kW (375 hp) | 637 Nm |
| 3.5 EcoBoost V6 high output (Raptor) | 2017–2020 | 336 kW (450 hp) | 691 Nm |
| 5.0 Coyote V8 | 2015–2017 | 287 kW (385 hp) | 525 Nm |
| 5.0 Coyote V8 | 2018–2020 | 295 kW (395 hp) | 542 Nm |
| 3.0 Power Stroke V6 diesel | 2018–2020 | 186 kW (250 hp) | 597 Nm |
The 14th generation (from 2021)
The current F-150 was presented in June 2020, and production started on 12 October 2020. Every exterior panel was new. Trucks are built in Dearborn, where all hybrid PowerBoost models are made, and in Kansas City.
The PowerBoost hybrid pairs the 3.5 EcoBoost V6 with a 35 kW (47 hp) electric motor in the gearbox and a 1.5 kWh lithium-ion battery under the bed. Its main practical advantage is Pro Power Onboard: a built-in generator with 2.4 kW as standard or 7.2 kW as an option, with outlets in the bed for tools, camping or emergency power.
The range grew quickly. The off-road Tremor returned in December 2020, a new Raptor was announced in February 2021, and the 2023 model year added the Raptor R with a supercharged 5.2-litre V8. The 3.0 Power Stroke diesel was dropped for 2022.
The update for the 2024 model year was presented on 12 September 2023. It brought new grilles and lights, a standard 12-inch digital instrument cluster and 12-inch touchscreen with Sync 4, the optional Pro Access tailgate and the BlueCruise hands-free driving assistant on XLT and higher trims. The 3.3 V6 was dropped, and four-wheel drive became standard on the Lariat and higher trims. For the 2027 model year a 3.0-litre EcoBoost V6 with the same 242 kW replaces the 2.7.
Engines and towing from 2021
The 2026 ratings below come from Ford's US model page. All engines use the 10-speed automatic.
| Engine | Power | Torque | Max towing (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7 EcoBoost V6 | 242 kW (325 hp) | 542 Nm | 3,810 kg (8,400 lb) |
| 5.0 V8 | 298 kW (400 hp) | 556 Nm | 5,806 kg (12,800 lb) |
| 3.5 EcoBoost V6 | 298 kW (400 hp) | 678 Nm | 6,123 kg (13,500 lb) |
| 3.5 PowerBoost hybrid V6 | 321 kW (430 hp) | 784 Nm | 5,262 kg (11,600 lb) |
| 3.5 EcoBoost V6 high output (Raptor) | 336 kW (450 hp) | 691 Nm | 3,719 kg (8,200 lb) |
| 5.2 supercharged V8 (Raptor R) | 537 kW (720 hp) | 868 Nm | 3,946 kg (8,700 lb) |
Earlier 14th-generation trucks also offered the 3.3 V6 with 216 kW (290 hp) and 359 Nm until 2023, and in 2021 the 3.0 Power Stroke diesel with 186 kW (250 hp) and 597 Nm. The first Raptor R of 2023 was rated at 522 kW (700 hp).
A SuperCrew is 2,029 mm wide (the Raptor 2,200 mm), 5,885–6,185 mm long and 1,920–1,971 mm high, on a 3,693–3,993 mm wheelbase. Kerb weight starts at about 1,824 kg. Our size comparison tool shows how this compares with a European SUV or a garage.
F-150 Lightning: the electric pickup
Ford unveiled the battery-electric F-150 Lightning on 19 May 2021. Production started on 26 April 2022 at the new Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Dearborn, and the first truck was delivered on 26 May 2022. It used two motors, all-wheel drive and a front trunk in place of an engine.
| Version | Battery (usable) | Power | Torque | EPA range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard range | 98 kWh | 337 kW (452 hp) | 1,051 Nm | 370–390 km (sources differ) |
| Extended range | 131 kWh | 433 kW (580 hp) | 1,051 Nm | 510 km; 480 km for the Platinum |
The Lightning could tow up to 4,500 kg (10,000 lb) and carry up to 1,014 kg including the front trunk. It charged at up to 155 kW on DC, offered up to 9.6 kW of on-board power for tools, and in some trims could supply a house during a power cut through Ford's Intelligent Backup Power. In 2023 it was named North American Truck of the Year and MotorTrend Truck of the Year.
US sales were 15,617 in 2022, 24,165 in 2023, 33,510 in 2024 and 27,307 in 2025. In December 2025 Ford announced that it would stop building the Lightning because it could not make the model profitable. More electric models are collected in our electric cars section.
Prices in the United States
Edmunds published these starting prices for the 2026 model year in May 2026, including the US$2,795 destination charge:
| Trim | Price from (USA, 2026) |
|---|---|
| XL | US$40,085 |
| STX | US$47,650 |
| XLT | US$48,490 |
| Lariat | US$62,355 |
| Tremor | US$67,710 |
| King Ranch | US$68,620 |
| Platinum | US$71,595 |
| Raptor | US$81,800 |
| Raptor R | US$114,420 |
Sales of the F-Series
Ford reports sales for the whole F-Series, including the heavier Super Duty trucks, rather than for the F-150 alone. In the United States the line sold 787,372 vehicles in 2020, 653,957 in 2022 and 828,832 in 2025. More than 43 million F-Series trucks have been sold worldwide, which makes it the second best-selling automobile line of all time, according to Wikipedia.
Photo gallery
Image credits · Photos from Wikimedia Commons under free licences
- Ford F-150 VI · Photo: MercurySable99 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Ford F-150 VII · Photo: Bretbmorgan / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Ford F-150 VIII · Photo: Mr.choppers / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Ford F-150 IX · Photo: Henry.hilliard / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Ford F-150 X · Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons, Public domain
- Ford F-150 XI · Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons, Public domain
- Ford F-150 XII · Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons, Public domain
Ford F-150 in our rankings
More powerful than 90% of ranked pickup trucks in the 1CARS catalog (No. 2 of 20).
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FAQ
What is the difference between the F-150 and the F-Series?
The F-Series is Ford's whole pickup family, launched in 1948. The F-150 is its half-ton model, sold since 1975; heavier models include the F-250 and F-350.
Is the Ford F-150 made of aluminium?
Since the 2015 model year the body panels and bed are aluminium. The ladder frame is still steel, mostly high-strength steel.
Which F-150 engine tows the most?
In 2026 the 3.5 EcoBoost V6 is rated for up to 6,123 kg (13,500 lb), according to Ford's US model page.
Is the F-150 Lightning still made?
No. Ford announced in December 2025 that it would end production of the electric Lightning; about 100,600 were sold in the United States from 2022 to 2025.
Data sources
Data checked by an editor against the sources below.
- Wikipedia — Ford F Series
- Wikipedia — Ford F 150
- Wikipedia — Ford F Series (thirteenth generation)
- Wikipedia — Ford F Series (fourteenth generation)
- Ford — F150
