2026 Ford F-150

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. We don't expect many changes for the F-150 in 2026 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, diesel, 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.

The F-150 is the best-selling vehicle in America for a reason. It excels in many areas while being weak in none, with trims and cab/bed combinations that get the job done for work or play.