The 2025 Ford F-150 Lobo Is Just an Appearance Package

• Like the Maverick, Ford is adding a Lobo package to the larger F-150.
• The F-150 Lobo is powered exclusively by a 5.0-liter V8.
• Sadly, aside from a lowered rear suspension, there aren't any performance upgrades on offer.

Available as a package on the F-150's one-step-from-the-bottom STX trim, the F-150 Lobo is most immediately identifiable by its 10-piece ground effects kit and unique grille with a segmented front light bar. Black accents abound throughout the exterior, including the truck's hood vents, exhaust and Lobo-exclusive 22-inch wheels. Around the back, you'll find upgraded taillights from midrange F-150 models (though they're still halogen units rather than LEDs) and a dual exhaust system. Additionally, the truck's rear suspension is lowered by 2 inches, giving it a flat, more planted stance. The Lobo is only available as a four-door SuperCrew with a 5.5-foot bed.

As for performance upgrades, well, there aren't any, or at least none that weren't already available within the F-150 lineup. All Lobos are equipped with the F-150's 5.0-liter V8, but it makes the same 400 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque as it does in every other F-150. Ford also includes its upgraded two-speed automatic four-wheel-drive system, but again, it's no different in the Lobo than in other models — though this is the only way you can get that system on the STX trim. The brakes, suspension (aside from the lowered rear), steering and everything else are all unchanged. Sure, that dual exhaust probably sounds a little meaner, but again, it's no different than what's available on other F-150s.

Frankly, this is pretty disappointing. Ford itself admits "street truck culture is about looks and performance," so to only enhance the F-150's looks while leaving its performance effectively untouched is a bit of a bummer. To its credit, Ford seems to acknowledge this to some degree, and expects that at least some F-150 Lobo customers will modify their trucks, ideally with parts from the Ford Performance Parts catalog if they want to keep their warranty intact.

The Ford F-150 Lobo will go on sale this fall. The Lobo package costs $4,695 on its own, but requires the addition of the aforementioned V8 and 4WD, so the truck starts at $59,995, including destination charges. That's a pretty penny for what's ultimately an appearance package. Yes, it upgrades that 4WD system, but still.

We love that Ford is trying here; street trucks are super cool, and we'd love to see more automakers join the party. We just wish they'd fully commit to the bit.