2026 Ford F-150

Name: 2026 Ford F-150 Review
Brand: Ford

Release Date: Fall 2025

Estimated Price: Starting at around $38,000

The 2026 Ford F-150 is almost everything you could want in a full-size truck. You can use it to take your kids to school, haul and tow heavy loads, and just about everything in between. There's even the F-150 Raptor version for off-road awesomeness. The F-150 is one of our favorite trucks for sure.Read full review

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2026 Ford F-150 Review

by the Edmunds Experts

Pros

Wide selection of engines, including hybrid and all-electric options
High maximum towing and payload capacities
Easy-to-use infotainment system
Many truck-friendly options, including onboard generator

Cons

Interior storage spots could be roomier or more versatile
Optional hybrid powertrain is noisy when powering the available onboard generator

What's new

No major changes expected for 2026
Part of the 14th F-150 generation introduced for 2021

Overview

The highly versatile Ford F-150 has something to offer nearly every full-size truck shopper, and that's a big reason why it remains the best-selling vehicle in the U.S. Sitting above the Maverick and midsize Ranger in Ford's truck lineup, the F-150's variety of sizes, powertrains and trim levels that run from spartan to opulent give it wide appeal. Couple that with some of the best technology around for infotainment, driver aids and towing, and you've got a formula for success. And if you don't want to use any gas at all, there's also the F-150 Lightning, which is reviewed separately on Edmunds. We don't expect many changes for the 2026 F-150 compared to last year's model.

Edmunds spotlight: Diverse lineup

You can get an F-150 in many flavors, from the work-site-ready XL trim to the line-topping King Ranch with its leather and wood-covered interior. Want to go off-road? The Tremor will take you far, and the desert-running specialist Raptor will take you even farther. And it's not just the trim levels that are diverse; there's also a wide range of powertrain options, including a V8, turbocharged V6s, and a hybrid if you want maximum efficiency. That gives the Ford a surplus of combinations for buyers to play with until they find the perfect truck.

Competitors to consider

Full-size trucks make up one of the most hotly contested automotive battlegrounds and the F-150 is constantly warding off challenges from rivals. Those include the Ram 1500, the standard setter for luxury trucks, and the Toyota Tundra, which offers a hybrid powertrain of its own and a rep for reliability. And no truck conversation would be complete without discussing what General Motors brings to the table, offering the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the GMC Sierra 1500. The Chevy offers a strong value proposition, while the GMC's got appealing style and an upscale interior.

What’s it like to live with?

We added a 2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid to our long-term test fleet and documented our experiences over the course of nearly 50,000 miles. While not a 2026 model, our F-150 was from the same generation as the current truck and most of our observations still apply. To find out what we thought about its fuel economy, technology, comfort and more, check out our F-150 Hybrid long-term review here.

Edmunds Expert Rating

Our Verdict

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Great

8.2

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

Rated for you by America's best test team.

Performance

8/10

How does the F-150 drive? The F-150's powertrain lineup includes a turbocharged V6, a V8 and a V6-based hybrid. Our test truck had the PowerBoost hybrid. At the Edmunds test track, it accelerated from zero to 60 mph in 5.8 seconds. That's pretty good overall for a pickup but a bit slower than the Ram 1500 with its latest inline six-cylinder engines.

The F-150 has direct and quick steering. That makes the truck feel smaller and more nimble in parking lots plus more stable on the freeway. The brakes are powerful and give you confidence in their stopping power, even when they're recuperating power with the hybrid powertrain. Considering its high towing and payload capabilities, the F-150 is overall a pleasing truck to operate.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the F-150? The F-150 can be a massively comfortable truck depending on the options you choose and the ones you skip. The front seats are supportive and can be equipped with heating, ventilation and even a massaging function. The climate control system is effective and powerful, requiring little adjustment to maintain your desired temperature

For a full-size truck, the F-150 rides pretty comfortably, and road, tire and wind noise is kept to low volumes. Most of the F-150's available engines sound pretty cool and aren't overly loud. The exception is the optional PowerBoost hybrid, which sounds and vibrates like a portable gas generator when it's charging the battery.

Interior

8.5/10

How’s the interior? Depending on configuration, the F-150 can present you with a bewildering number of options and controls. Fortunately, the interior layout is intuitive, so you never have to second-guess what you're reaching for. You can adjust most of the truck's big knobs and controls even when you're wearing gloves.

The wide range of seat, steering wheel and pedal adjustments ensures a fit for drivers of all shapes and sizes. The crew cab's spaciousness means you won't be short on room either. Ample exterior visibility is afforded in part by large windows and a scalloped section in the front door that clears a view around the side mirrors. The optional surround-view camera system provides visibility all the way around too.

Technology

8.5/10

How’s the tech? The F-150 offers many impressive tech features. The 12-inch center touchscreen is easy to use. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration is standard as are some basic advanced driver aids. Optional driver aids include Ford's BlueCruise system, allowing for hands-free highway driving when conditions permit. It works well, and we were able to cruise on the highway without once having to touch the steering wheel. It's especially helpful in rush-hour traffic.

The most impressive bit is Pro Power Onboard, an option that essentially turns the F-150 into a generator. This feature adds power outlets in the bed that transform the tailgate party/camping/construction/off-the-grid experience and is available in three power output levels depending on powertrain (2.0 kW, 2.4 kW and 7.2 kW).

Towing and Storage

8.5/10

How are the towing and storage? The F-150 is the top light-duty pickup truck when it comes to towing and hauling. With the right equipment and configuration, the F-150 is rated to tow as much as 13,500 pounds and haul up to 2,445 pounds. The bed isn't the biggest, but Ford offers an optional split-opening tailgate that helps make it easier to reach into the bed. The available power up-and-down feature and tailgate step are also useful.

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Fuel Economy

8/10

How’s the fuel economy? Fuel economy for the Ford F-150 ranges from 19 mpg combined with the 3.5-liter V6 to 23 mpg combined with RWD and the hybrid powertrain. This range is about on par for the class, though the diesel-powered Chevy Silverado gets an even better rating.

Value

8/10

Is the F-150 a good value? This is a solidly built and well-appointed truck that provides luxury touches at the upper trim levels. On top of the F-150's stout standard offerings that line up confidently against competitors, its true value rests in its wide range of configurations and options that allows buyers to tailor their truck to their needs. The only place the Ford doesn't pull ahead of its GM and Ram competitors is in warranty and ownership perks — it offers similar coverage.

Wildcard

8/10

When a vehicle is as popular as the F-150, its ubiquity takes away a lot of the Ford's personality. But we think it's still a good-looking truck inside and out. The F-150 is also quick and, especially in Tremor trim, pretty capable off-road.

Which F-150 does Edmunds recommend?

Ford hasn't released official information on the 2026 F-150 as of this writing. We'll update our recommendation if anything changes, but based on last year's F-150, we think the XLT is the best pick for most buyers. The hybrid powertrain, while pricier than its regular turbo V6 counterparts, is worth considering for long-term fuel savings. If you do any long-distance driving, consider Ford's BlueCruise hands-free cruise control system. Likewise, the optional Pro Power Onboard is well worth the cost if you'll use the F-150 for outdoor recreation or on job sites.

2026 Ford F-150 videos

F-150 vs. Ram 1500 vs. Tundra vs. Silverado vs. Sierra: The Ultimate Full-Size Truck Comparison Test

NOTE: This video is about the 2025 Ford F-150, but since the 2026 Ford F-150 is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.

Despite their massive size and growing price tags, full-size pickup trucks remain some of the best-selling vehicles in America — so we put together the ultimate comparison test. In this video, join Edmunds’ Brian Wong as he pits the Ford F-150, Ram 1500, GMC Sierra, Chevy Silverado and Toyota Tundra against one another.

2026 Ford F-150

2026 Ford F-150 Review

Pros

Cons

What's new

Overview

Edmunds spotlight: Diverse lineup

Competitors to consider

What’s it like to live with?

Edmunds Expert Rating

Our Verdict

Performance

Comfort

Interior

Technology

Towing and Storage

Fuel Economy

Value

Wildcard

Which F-150 does Edmunds recommend?

2026 Ford F-150 videos

F-150 vs. Ram 1500 vs. Tundra vs. Silverado vs. Sierra: The Ultimate Full-Size Truck Comparison Test

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