2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty Regular Cab
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2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty Regular Cab


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The Ford F-250 Super Duty has an appropriately brawny look for a heavy-duty pickup, and Ford backs it up with strong towing and hauling performance. Inside, the crew cab treats occupants to plenty of space and decent amenities, but Ram still leads by a large margin in this area.
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2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty Review

byChristian Wardlaw
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Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at Edmunds and was the first editor-in-chief of Edmunds.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.
Pros
- Diesel V8 generates immense power and torque
- Plenty of payload and tow capacity
- Aluminum body reduces overall weight, improving efficiency
- Spacious cabs offer many convenience and tech options
Cons
- Price tag soars with options
- Tall ride height makes it hard to enter without side steps
- Lengthy stopping distance
What's new
- Available Sync 4 infotainment with 12-inch touchscreen
- XLT and Lariat receive new appearance packages
- King Ranch and Platinum include standard four-wheel drive
- Part of the third Super Duty generation introduced for 2017
Overview
If Ford knows how to do anything, it's build a terrific pickup truck. That describes the 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty, which offers class-leading towing and payload ratings combined with an array of trim levels, cab styles and powertrain choices. Whether you need a basic work truck, a loaded luxury truck or a capable off-roading truck, the F-250 Super Duty delivers.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty XL 2dr Regular Cab LB (6.2L 8cyl 6A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of N/A undefined in Virginia.
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For 2022, Ford improves the F-250 with a new Sync 4 infotainment system. Standard on most trim levels, Sync 4 includes a 12-inch touchscreen display, natural voice recognition technology, wireless smartphone integration, and connected services including navigation. Additionally, Ford makes four-wheel drive standard on half the F-250 lineup this year, and adds new XLT Black Appearance package and Lariat Sport Appearance packages to the options list.
Conventional towing capacity measures 20,000 pounds, while maximum gooseneck/fifth-wheel capacity is 22,800 pounds. Additionally, the F-250 Super Duty will carry up to 4,260 pounds of payload when it is properly equipped. Also, if you get the optional 6.7-liter Power Stroke turbodiesel V8 engine, know that it cranks out 1,050 lb-ft of torque starting at just 1,600 rpm.
Now that you're familiar with the numbers that matter, be sure to read our full Expert Rating of the 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty to learn more.
Edmunds Expert Rating
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7.7/10
Edmunds Rating
Our VerdictThe Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.
The Ford F-250 Super Duty has an appropriately brawny look for a heavy-duty pickup, and Ford backs it up with strong towing and hauling performance. Inside, the crew cab treats occupants to plenty of space and decent amenities, but Ram still leads by a large margin in this area.
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Performance
8.0/10
How does the F-250 Super Duty drive? Our F-250 crew-cab test truck had the optional diesel engine. It provides strong and smooth acceleration in just about any situation. There's a tiny bit of lag before the truck gets going, but the new 10-speed transmission shifts quickly.
Braking performance is disappointing, however. The brakes feel reasonably capable in typical conditions, but our truck took 153 feet to execute a panic stop from 60 mph, which is longer than average for the segment. The steering feels somewhat numb and inert, but the truck does track straight on the open road. This big Ford feels somewhat maneuverable, but there's no hiding its sheer bulk.
Braking performance is disappointing, however. The brakes feel reasonably capable in typical conditions, but our truck took 153 feet to execute a panic stop from 60 mph, which is longer than average for the segment. The steering feels somewhat numb and inert, but the truck does track straight on the open road. This big Ford feels somewhat maneuverable, but there's no hiding its sheer bulk.
Comfort
7.5/10
How comfortable is the F-250 Super Duty? If you have any heavy-duty pickup experience at all, the F-250 will seem sufficiently comfortable. It's not a benchmark by any means, but it does a decent job of keeping occupants happy. It's fairly quiet when it comes to wind and road noise, and the air-conditioning system has no trouble keeping the cabin cool.
It's hard to fault an F-250 for riding firmly when it's not carrying any load. Even though the overall feeling is agreeable enough, it's worth noting that the Ram 2500 is smoother-riding. The F-250's seats are what we're most lukewarm about. They're nicely adjustable and spacious, but the cushions — particularly the seat bottoms — feel flat and don't conform to an occupant's shape very well.
It's hard to fault an F-250 for riding firmly when it's not carrying any load. Even though the overall feeling is agreeable enough, it's worth noting that the Ram 2500 is smoother-riding. The F-250's seats are what we're most lukewarm about. They're nicely adjustable and spacious, but the cushions — particularly the seat bottoms — feel flat and don't conform to an occupant's shape very well.
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Interior
7.5/10
How’s the interior? No one should be surprised that it takes a big step up to get into this truck. It's tall even for its class. Unfortunately, our test truck didn't come with the relatively inexpensive option of side steps. For an F-250, we'd say those are a must-have.
Inside, there's more than enough space for everyone, and it's easy to fine-tune the positioning of the driver's seat and steering wheel to your liking. All of the relevant controls are within reach and operate as you'd expect them to. As for visibility, the F-250 gives you nice views out thanks to its big windows. All the same, we recommend opting for rear parking sensors and blind-spot monitoring.
Inside, there's more than enough space for everyone, and it's easy to fine-tune the positioning of the driver's seat and steering wheel to your liking. All of the relevant controls are within reach and operate as you'd expect them to. As for visibility, the F-250 gives you nice views out thanks to its big windows. All the same, we recommend opting for rear parking sensors and blind-spot monitoring.
Technology
8.0/10
How’s the tech? Ford's audio and navigation system is built around the Sync 3 interface. The interface is proven and it works, but it no longer stands out. It's missing recent competitor innovations in screen size and menu control. That said, this system does well when it comes to voice recognition support and smartphone integration.
Safety equipment in the F-250 has caught up with most competitors thanks to features such as lane departure warning for the truck and attached trailer, a blind-spot monitor with trailer coverage, and forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking.
Safety equipment in the F-250 has caught up with most competitors thanks to features such as lane departure warning for the truck and attached trailer, a blind-spot monitor with trailer coverage, and forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking.
Towing and Storage
8.0/10
How are the towing and storage? The F-250 offers strong towing and hauling capability. Its aluminum body saves weight, and the savings amount to extra payload capacity. In this class, it's all about the numbers, and the Ford can nearly match the Ram 2500 in most cases. Everyday loading, however, is hampered by the bed's tall sides.
Inside, both cargo space in the back half of the crew cab and storage for personal items are quite generous. And while toting kids isn't the first thing you think about when buying a truck, the big crew cab makes it easy to fit car seats of any size. (Getting the kids up and in is another matter.)
Inside, both cargo space in the back half of the crew cab and storage for personal items are quite generous. And while toting kids isn't the first thing you think about when buying a truck, the big crew cab makes it easy to fit car seats of any size. (Getting the kids up and in is another matter.)
Fuel Economy
8.0/10
How’s the fuel economy? The fuel economy of heavy-duty pickups like the Ford F-250 is a mystery because this class of trucks is exempt from official labeling and testing. We did record fuel consumption over 800 miles of driving, though, and it averaged 16.5 mpg over that distance. Our best tank on a mostly highway route was 18.9 mpg.
Value
7.5/10
Is the F-250 Super Duty a good value? The heavy-duty pickup arms race is in full swing. The F-250's updates for 2020 did quite a bit to catch it up, but it might not be enough. Sure, there's the new 10-speed transmission and more power, but the interior trimmings are still average. Ford's warranty coverage is average, though the diesel engine's coverage lasts for 100,000 miles instead of the 60,000 you get with the gas V8.
Wildcard
7.5/10
All heavy-duty pickups are big, but even among them the Ford F-250 makes a statement. It knows what it is, and the styling is hardly subtle. The driving experience matches that persona. It's no joy to drive, but neither is it a chore. Fun doesn't enter into it. The F-250 is built to work and to do a job, and it delivers on that promise.
Which F-250 Super Duty does Edmunds recommend?
Unless you want a regular-cab configuration, which is offered only with the XL and XLT trims, we recommend the F-250 Lariat. It includes desirable comforts and conveniences coupled with the new Sync 4 infotainment system and helpful driver assist and collision avoidance technologies. Plus, it offers SuperCab and crew-cab configurations in two cab styles with or without four-wheel drive. Choice, thy name is Lariat.
Ford F-250 Super Duty models
The 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty is available in six trim levels: XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum and Limited. You can choose between regular-cab, extended-cab (SuperCab) and crew-cab styles with either a 6.75-foot or an 8-foot cargo bed. The XL, XLT and Lariat have standard rear-wheel drive with four-wheel drive available as an option. Four-wheel drive is standard with the King Ranch, Platinum and Limited.
Depending on the configuration, Ford also offers three powertrains for the 2022 Ford F-250:
- 6.2-liter gasoline V8 (385 horsepower, 430 lb-ft of torque) with a six-speed automatic transmission
- 7.3-liter gasoline V8 (430 hp, 475 lb-ft) with a 10-speed automatic transmission
- 6.7-liter turbocharged diesel V8 (475 hp, 1,050 lb-ft) with a 10-speed automatic transmission
XL
The base F-250 Super Duty XL is intended for work-truck duty and comes with few comfort and convenience features. Standard equipment highlights include:
- Black-painted steel bumpers
- Black grille and plastic exterior trim
- Halogen headlights
- Automatic on/off headlights
- 17-inch steel wheels
- Manually adjustable trailer towing mirrors
- Vinyl floor covering and upholstery
- Manual seats
- Manual windows
- Manual door locks
- Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel with audio controls
- Manual air conditioning
- 4.2-inch infotainment display with Sync infotainment
- Bluetooth connectivity
- One USB-C port
- FordPass Connect (includes remote services and onboard Wi-Fi)
- Backup camera
- Trailer hitch receiver
- Trailer sway control
- Hill start assist
XLT
The XLT provides a big step up in terms of refinement over the base XL, adding:
- Chrome bumpers and grille
- Automatic high-beam headlights
- 18-inch silver-painted aluminum wheels
- Heated, power-adjustable exterior mirror glass
- Dark-tinted rear window glass
- Power tailgate lock
- Power door locks with remote keyless entry
- Carpeted floor and cloth upholstery
- Power windows
- 4.2-inch instrument cluster screen
- 8-inch touchscreen display with available navigation
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
- Satellite radio
- Two USB ports (one standard, one USB-C)
- Two 110-volt household-style outlets
- Integrated trailer brake controller (allows adjustment of a trailer's brakes from the cab)
- Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
- Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lariat
The Lariat is only available as an extended-cab or crew-cab truck. It builds on the XLT's equipment with:
- Foglights
- 18-inch machined-finish aluminum wheels
- Power-folding and power-telescoping tow mirrors
- Power-sliding rear window
- Rear parking sensors
- Keyless entry code pad
- 8-inch instrument cluster screen
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Leather upholstery
- Power-adjustable front seats
- Power-adjustable pedals
- Sync 4 infotainment with 12-inch touchscreen display
- Conversational voice recognition system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Connected navigation system
- 10-speaker premium audio system
King Ranch
The crew cab-only King Ranch adds a Western style theme to the F-250 Super Duty. It includes all Lariat features plus:
- Standard four-wheel drive
- 20-inch machined-finish aluminum wheels
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- LED bed lighting
- Remote tailgate release
- Tailgate assist step
- Remote engine start
- Hands-free keyless entry
- Push-button engine start
- Ambient interior lighting
- King Ranch-specific leather interior
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Power-adjustable front headrests
- Heated, power-adjustable steering wheel
- Memory for the driver's preferred settings
- Wireless smartphone charging pad
- Trailer towing technology
Platinum
Platinum trim bypasses the Western-style King Ranch decor treatment and layers on additional features with:
- Body-colored bumpers and mirrors
- Satin-aluminum grille and tailgate panel
- Chrome exterior trim
- 20-inch polished aluminum wheels
- LED exterior lighting
- Power-deploying running boards
- Platinum-specific leather interior
- Massaging front seats
- Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Ford and the car in front)
Limited
The F-250 Limited is an outright luxury truck thanks to additions that include:
- Standard turbocharged diesel V8 engine
- Adaptive steering system (adjusts steering ratio depending on vehicle speed to improve low-speed maneuverability and stability on the highway)
- Satin-finish grille, tailgate panel and exterior trim
- Two-panel oversized power sunroof
- Premium two-tone leather upholstery
- Leather-wrapped upper dashboard and door panels
- Simulated suede headliner
- Wood interior trim
- Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
Many features found on the upper trim levels are optional on the lower trims. Other upgrades, depending on which F-250 configuration you choose, include:
- Trailer Tow High Capacity with Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System and Pro Trailer Backup Assist package
- Increased towing capacity
- Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
- Trailer backup assist (knob-based steering controller to make reversing with a trailer easier)
- 360-degree camera (gives you a top-down view of the F-250 and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
- FX4 Off-Road package
- Hill descent control
- Off-road shock absorbers
- Transfer case and fuel-tank skid plates
- Tremor Off-Road package
- Locking rear differential
- Front limited-slip differential
- Upgraded suspension with increased ride height
- 18-inch black wheels with off-road tires
- Skid plates
- Revised front air dam with better approach angles
- Off-road running boards
- Rock Crawl driving mode
- Trail Control off-road cruise control
- Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)

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2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty videos
[MUSIC PLAYING] TRAVIS LANGNESS: If you want the most capable heavy duty offroad pickup trucks, it's going to be one of these two. The Ford Super Duty with the trimmer package or the RAM Power Wagon. [IMITATES GUITAR]
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: Now, besides their rough and tumble names, in this video, we'll tell you everything you need to know about both pickups and which one is right for your needs.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: As always, like, comment, subscribe. And for more information, click the links below to visit Edmunds and find your perfect truck, SUV, or car.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: Have 35 inch tires ever looked so small? That seems like an insane thing to say about a factory truck, but such as the power of Tremor, an outlandish pickup truck, no matter how you look at it. $4,000 get you the Tremor package on an F-250 or F-350 on any trim, from an XLT all the way up to this Platinum.
And these things are decked out. Off the lot, you get a two inch front lift, bigger shocks, and there's a lot of window dressing on this truck, and we can argue all day about offroad capabilities. But the thing that should really worry RAM is the 35 inch tires and the upgraded 7.3 liter V8 engine standard.
Of course, this particular truck comes with the crown jewel, a 6.7 liter turbo diesel V8 engine, making 475 horsepower and 1,050 pound feet of torque. Let me say that again, 1,050 pound feet of torque. Now, you have a lot more choice in the Tremor than you do in the Power Wagon, but you need to know that it comes at a steep cost.
The diesel engine alone is a $10,000 option, and this particular truck goes for 87 grand. $87,000 for a pickup truck. We need to know if it lives up to that lofty listing.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: The Power Wagon is a little bit different. You can only get it with a 6.4 liter V8. No diesel here. RAM says it's too heavy and it won't fit with the front winch. Never mind that on the Ford, you can get that winch with either a 7.3 liter V8 or their diesel, but it is optional. It's standard on the RAM. It'll cost you three grand with the Tremor.
Some other offroad goodies you get with the Power Wagon include the front and rear locking differentials and a front disconnecting stabilizer bar. There's also the usual skid plates for the transfer case in the fuel tank, as well as 33 inch tires on 17 inch wheels. Now, the least expensive Power Wagon you can get, the base one, is around $55,000, unless you start digging into the order guide.
And you can see that you can get a Tradesman, equip the Power Wagon package, and you've got a truck that's closer to $50,000. The cheapest version of the Tremor you can get is $53,000. Now, with all that said, this truck does bump right up against $70,000 the way it's equipped, but that's still nearly 20 grand less than that Super Duty.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: But how much torque does it have?
TRAVIS LANGNESS: Not as much. No one cares about torque. We're going to talk about transfer cases later.
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RYAN ZUMMALLEN: This Platinum trim really shows the full potential of the Super Duty interior. You've got big, wide, cushy leather seats that are heated, cooled, and have a massage function. And then there are doodads everywhere. There's a smartphone charging station, trailer backup assist, trailer gain, transfer case, lane keep assist, tons of camera angles, and, oh yeah, a power sunroof.
And then everything's power adjustable too, from the steering wheel, to the pedals, and the mirrors. This is a digital truck paradise, but it may be a bit disconcerting if you're more of an analog person. There are a few areas for improvement.
It lacks a lot of the interesting storage solutions and cubbies that the RAM has in abundance. But did somebody say floor storage? In total, though, the tech-heavy Tremor is really flashy and exciting, but it feels like the RAM got the basics right. That truck is just a little more approachable and easy to live with.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: The RAM 2500 is a class leader for a lot of reasons. One of those is the interior quality. But before we go inside, I want to show you a feature that I would absolutely get if I were buying this truck with my money, and that is the RAM Box.
Essentially, it's a couple trunks on either side of the bed that you can fit all kinds of items in. Stuff like tow ball hitches, tow straps, tow hitches, inflator kits, and there's even a charge port for when you're on the go. RAM Box.
There's a $17,000 price gap between these two trucks, but that doesn't mean this RAM is lacking in the interior department. It's got great materials, and it's got stuff like heated and ventilated seats, heated seats in the rear, plenty of power ports and USB ports to plug into. And one of my favorite features is this 12 inch touchscreen.
It's one of the best in the business, not just in full size or heavy duty trucks. It's super crisp and it looks great on this dash. Plus, there's lots of great storage cubbies for you to put stuff in, plenty of cup holders, places for your smartphone. I bet Ryan's jealous of that.
And there's even a spot under the center seat we can store your laptop. Now, the only drawback, really, with the RAM's interior is the steering wheel. It tilts, but it doesn't telescope. So finding an ideal driving position might be tough.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: Enough of all that. It's time to put these trucks on equal ground. So we're going to hit the trail. I'm especially eager, of course, to check out this 1,050 pound feet of torque and see how it does out there.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: Front rear locking diffs, smart storage solutions, 12 inch screen.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: 1,050 pound feet of torque.
[MUSIC PLAYING]
So when things get bumpy, here's what the Fort has to offer. The Tremor gets a custom front bumper compared with other Super Duties. That gives it a really good approach angle. In fact, it's better than the Power Wagon's back there. But this truck is long. It's 11 inches longer than the RAM in total.
We're more concerned about the Tremor on some of these trails than we are about the Power Wagon. And frankly, making it through some of them safely could be a challenge. But let's see how it handles a decline like this. Approach is no issue. We should hit level ground here pretty soon. But as we get towards the back, not sure. Nope, it's fine.
[MUSIC PLAYING]
TRAVIS LANGNESS: There are a lot of differences between these trucks, but one of the things that sets the RAM apart from the Ford is the fact that it's got a disconnecting front stabilizer bar. So when you disconnect that stabilizer, or sway, or anti roll bar, whatever you want to call it, what happens is it allows for more offroad articulation, so I can get over bigger obstacles without losing traction in one of my tires, and traction is our friend.
The other big difference up front is the locking front differential. Ford's got a limited slip, which is good. But this one is a full walker, front and rear. And when you have a walking differential, what it does is it ties the two wheels together, so essentially they spin as one. That's also good for off roading, because you want to make sure you have traction even if you do eventually exceed the ability of your articulation and pop that wheel up off the ground.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: Here's an area where the Power Wagon will definitely be better suited, but I think the Tremor can handle it pretty well. It's got these big tires, but we are pretty high up. Let me get on the truck info page. Oh, we are rocking for sure. We're totally rocking.
The truck is rocking back and forth. I think we've got at least one wheel off. Yeah, we're at 16 degrees right now according to the offroad gauge. And that works pretty well. One small bump and we're out of there.
[MUSIC PLAYING]
TRAVIS LANGNESS: So if one wheel has to go higher than the other, what you have here is the effect of articulation not being enough. And now I'm spinning the tire, and I'm bouncing around a little bit. I can feel my right rear tire is off the ground.
So I'm going to back up and engage my sway bar disconnect. Disengage my sway bar, whatever. Do the same thing. Sway bar disconnected. Back up the hill I go. And I am going much further. Now, I don't have the lockers engaged yet. But if I did, I could probably make it over this weird sideways hill I'm on. It's pretty rad.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: Since we have this super scientific test setup, I'm going to take a very measured, proper approach. Hey, guys, how does that look? I think I got a wheel up.
[MUSIC PLAYING]
TRAVIS LANGNESS: So even though there's not a fully disconnected wheel front sway bar in the Tremor like there is in the RAM, that thinner version that they've equipped here works pretty well and will get you through some hairy stuff. Oh, man. There's that articulation at work. Here's the thing about turning these HD trucks around on a trail. It's like trying to turn a yacht around in a swimming pool. These things are huge.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: Surround view camera test. Whew. I love that you get a ton of different camera views. So everything comes with a camera now. But if you only have one view or a pretty limited scope, then in situations like this, it doesn't really help that much. But I've got a ton of different views. I can see every angle. It just might take a couple of turns, but you're out of the sticky situation pretty quickly.
[MUSIC PLAYING]
So while may not match the figures that the RAM has, the Tremor can do some pretty impressive off roading. You're just going to have a bumpy ride. That's one of the trade offs you get here for the increased towing capacity. The Ford stuck with more traditional leaf springs in the back compared with the RAM's coil springs.
And the reason they did that is leaf springs are extremely strong and durable. So if you're going for something like a maximum towing capacity rating, like Ford was, that's what you want to go with. The beauty of it is, if you want more strength or more towing capability, you just throw more bars in there.
And that's one of the reasons you would pay an extra $10,000 for this diesel engine, because it comes with the high capacity trailer tow package. It's great for feeling confident when you've got a huge weight behind you. But with unladen bed and nothing on the hitch, in this bumpy stuff, you're going to feel some jitters.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: If you were in a bouncy castle and you got dropped from, like, a helicopter onto a trampoline, that's what it feels like when you're going over bumps in this thing. It's hilarious. Like, you don't feel unsafe. You're still in a bouncy castle. You're not going to get hurt. Unless, like, the bully kid at the party pushes you out the door. But no one needs to hear about my life experience.
[MUSIC PLAYING]
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: But that's one of the trade offs. And frankly, a lot of people are going to be fine with that, because the Ford is so good at towing. And don't forget, we have an extra two inches of lift in the front compared with other Super Duties. So as much as we talk about articulation, and departure angles, and all this super technical stuff, the Tremor can go almost everywhere the Power Wagon can go.
It's really just going to be that really, really small percentage of heavy rock or boulder crawling where this thing is going to get hung up. But don't feel like you shouldn't go out on the same trail in a Tremor that you can do in a Power Wagon. It may be a little more uncomfortable, but this truck can handle a lot.
[MUSIC PLAYING]
TRAVIS LANGNESS: One of the things that is a preference, really, for me, but I like it much better in the RAM, is this floor shifter. You can just throw it into four high or four low when you get off road, and it kind of pins the old school cool factor. Makes you feel like you're in a truck. Whereas the Tremor has a button. So I guess technology for the win or something.
Also, this Power Wagon has a better crawl ratio. It is 51 to 1, well Ryan's diesel Tremor is 44 to 1. Yes, if you get the F-250 with the 7.3 liter V8, that goes up to 53 to 1, so it's higher. And yes, he has larger tires, 35s. But if you're comparing the two trucks we have here, I have the better crawl ratio, and that's what matters.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: But crawl ratios don't matter when you have 1,050 pound feet of torque. On top of all that grunt we have under the hood, Ford brings a lot of tech to off roading with the Tremor. We've got a hill here with a pretty impressive incline, but it's not super difficult, so this is kind of overkill. But I just want to demonstrate how it works.
All you have to do is push this button up here. That activates it. OK. And then you want to hit the Set button, the same one that you use for cruise control, and it works exactly the same way. And you can move it up in increments of one mile an hour, so you can start really slow. So I'll just start off with one.
My feet are off the brake and throttle and the truck is moving all by itself. So I can just concentrate on the inputs I'm giving into the steering wheel, and this is actually really slow. So let's kick it up to two, three. So the incline is getting steeper. We're now at 15 degrees, 16. I can't see anything over the hood in front of me.
And we're at the top and leveling off. There's another one that we're going to come up to. We were actually pretty concerned about the break over angle on both of these hills, but it's not a problem so far. Let's go back down to two, because this one has a really steep drop.
Here's the break over part. It's fine. Again, I'm not on the brakes, and now we're starting to go down. I'm not on the brakes at all. The truck is doing it itself. We're at 16 degrees, decline, 18. I'm not touching the brakes. It's holding itself, two miles an hour set to.
So that's it. It's a very easy system to use. And again, just to keep things in perspective, this is a truck that weighs four tons, and this system drove it up that degree of an incline by itself, so I could just focus on the steering, and then brought it back down safely. Pretty cool party trick in your Tremor. Is it cheating? Maybe. But does it get you home safely? Yeah, I think so.
[WALKIE TALKIE BEEPING]
All right then. What's next?
TRAVIS LANGNESS: Hey, there we go, lockers front and rear. Boom. No limited slip here.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: You're good. You just need to go slow. You're going to go over a rock now.
[CRUNCHING GRAVEL]
You're good. You're good.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: Forward camera, I love this.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: Easy work, man. Clear on your right. Light work, baby.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: Too easy, locking difs, bro.
[MUSIC PLAYING]
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: More driver, more driver, more driver. OK. Cool. Straighten out.
[CRUNCHING GRAVEL]
[TRUCK BEEPING]
TRAVIS LANGNESS: Ooh, the beep, beep, beep, the beep, beep, the beep, beep.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: Killing it-- that thing was a lot easier-- or handled it a lot better than we thought it was going to. I thought it was going to take a lot of weaving around rocks and stuff, but tons of clearance, no issues at all. I feel excited to see what the Tremor's going to do now. Because that handled that pretty easily. And I don't know how [LAUGHS] the Tremor's going to be able to do it the same way or not. I'm going to put it into 4 low. [CLICK] OK. I'm going to [CLICK] lock the rear locker. I'm going to not lock the front locker, because I don't have a front locker.
[ENGINE REVVING]
[CRUNCHING GRAVEL]
TRAVIS LANGNESS: Well, that was easy.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: I know he says it's easy. But it feels like I'm really close to everything.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: You going to put it in Hill Descent Control?
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: Yes, sir.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: Some guys did it with just their foot.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: Some guys spent $90,000.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: [LAUGHS]
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: 16-degree descent, not touching the brakes.
[CRUNCHING GRAVEL]
I think we're good. Cool.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: He had way more than enough clearance on there, a lot more than I did. Shh.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: Tremor!
[MUSIC PLAYING]
One thing that automakers often say when it comes to trucks is, you'll forget you're even driving a diesel engine. That is definitely not the case with this 6.7 liter turbo V8.
[ENGINE STARTING]
The sound is very distinctive and so is the way it drives. You are just barely feathering the throttle. Because there's so much torque at your disposal, you just don't need very much to get up to speed on the street and even on the highway. But the power delivery is really smooth. It works great in conjunction with the 10-speed transmission, which we haven't always been huge fans of. But there are several different driving modes.
There's even an eco mode. And on the way out here, I averaged 21.5 miles per gallon. You're going to get some jitters on the road. Small cracks and bumps are definitely going to be felt through the cabin. But that's the trade-off you get for the amount of towing capacity that you have in the Tremor. But if comfort is much of an issue, there's not a whole lot you can do about it. I would probably just start thinking Power Wagon.
[MUSIC PLAYING]
TRAVIS LANGNESS: The Ram's coil-spring suspension has it lagging behind the Tremor in terms of towing and hauling capability. But there's a trade-off. And that trade-off is comfort. This is a much more comfortable truck on the highway. It's less bouncy. And I would rather take it on a road trip. Now, the Tremor can tow about 15,000 pounds. And this Ram can only tow 10,350. But I still think that's plenty, especially for a truck with all of this off-road capability. That's why I prefer the Ram. Ryan, after a day in the dirt, what do you think of your truck?
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: I'm pleasantly surprised. I started to get numb to the numbers that I was throwing out-- 35-inch tires, 1,050 pound-feet of torque!
TRAVIS LANGNESS: We get it.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: And I started to list all of the things that this truck doesn't have, the front locker and disconnecting front-sway bar, and I started to think it was going to be at a big disadvantage. But the truth is, it has so much ground clearance. And the technology really does come in handy. It was a blast out here. I had a lot of fun. The problem is the price is offensive to me on a personal level.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: Yeah.
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: This is still a truck built for towing that's been adapted for off-road use. And if people look at that and say, that's for me, then they're absolutely right. And they should get it. But what was your takeaway?
TRAVIS LANGNESS: Look, I was worried about the fact that you had 35s and you have a way higher payload capacity, towing capacity. This truck's faster in a straight line. But I still prefer the Ram-- all of that off-road tech, the front and rear-locking difs, the disconnecting sway bar up front, and that awesome interior, not to mention the fact that I would pay $20,000 less, essentially, for this truck than you would for that one. I mean, I'm the kind of idiot--
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: Yes, you are.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: Hey. OK. Hold on-- that would put a camper shell on a truck and go overlanding. I'd love to live out of something like this and just spend six months on the road. But that's not quite appealing enough for me to increase my monthly payments as much as it would over this. The Ram is still the truck for me. What about you?
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: I hate to say it, but I agree.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: Yes!
RYAN ZUMMALLEN: That's the one.
TRAVIS LANGNESS: Ram wins! And as always, click the link below to subscribe. And for more information on both of these trucks, go to Edmunds.com and find the perfect truck, SUV, or car for you.
[MUSIC PLAYING]
2020 Ford Tremor vs. Ram Power Wagon Off-Road Drag Race! Who's Got the Best Off-Road HD Truck?
NOTE: This video is about the 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty, but since the 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.
You've watched the comparison video, but with this one we need to answer a simple question: Which is quicker off-road, the Ram Power Wagon or the Ford F-250 Tremor? In this video, Travis Langness and Ryan ZumMallen find out and demonstrate in the process just how much power the Ford… Super Duty's turbodiesel has on hand.
2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty Features Specs
Regular Cab
XL
Total MSRP | $41,240 |
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Engine Type | Flex-fuel (ffv) |
Seating | 3 seats |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Max Towing Capacity | 15,200 lbs. |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
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Ford F-250 Super Duty vs. Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
When it comes to towing and hauling, the Ford F-250 Super Duty is more capable than the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD. The Ford can tackle up to 22,800 pounds of trailer and 4,260 pounds of payload, while the Chevy musters a maximum of 18,510 pounds of trailering capacity and 3,979 pounds of payload. The Silverado's cargo bed is deeper, though, offering 5 more cubic feet of volume. And the Multi-Flex tailgate is appealing.
Ford F-250 Super Duty vs. GMC Sierra 2500HD
Since the GMC Sierra 2500HD is the same truck as the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD underneath its unique styling, it suffers the same towing and payload limitations when compared to the Ford F-250 Super Duty. Neither the GMC nor the Chevy can match the Ford when it comes to infotainment technology either. In the Sierra's favor, the MultiPro tailgate is available with an exterior audio system with Bluetooth pairing capability.
Ford F-250 Super Duty vs. Ram 2500
As capable as the Ford F-250 Super Duty is, our favorite truck in this class is the Ram 2500 Heavy Duty. The Ram can't quite match the Ford's maximum towing and payload ratings, but it comes close. What sets the Ram apart are its refined and comfortable interior, impressive infotainment system, unique RamBox and Ram Bins storage solutions, and thoughtful details like a standard air filtration system that eliminates 95% of particulates from the interior. Plus, the Ram Power Wagon is as capable as the Ford Tremor off-road.

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Safety
Our experts’ favorite F-250 Super Duty safety features:
- Blind Spot Information System
- Alerts the driver when a vehicle comes into the truck's blind spot. The zone can be enlarged to cover a trailer up to 33 feet in length.
- Trailer Tow Camera System
- Lets you know what's behind your trailer when reversing.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Warns you if a tire is below the recommended pressure. Coverage can include trailer tires as well.
NHTSA Overall Rating 4 out of 5 stars
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating | Rating |
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Overall | 4 / 5 |
Driver | 5 / 5 |
Passenger | 4 / 5 |
Side Crash Rating | Rating |
Overall | 5 / 5 |
Side Barrier Rating | Rating |
Overall | 5 / 5 |
Driver | 5 / 5 |
Passenger | Not Rated |
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings | Rating |
Front Seat | 5 / 5 |
Back Seat | Not Rated |
Rollover | Rating |
Rollover | 4 / 5 |
Dynamic Test Result | No Tip |
Risk Of Rollover | 19.1% |
FAQ
Is the Ford F-250 Super Duty a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2022 F-250 Super Duty both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.7 out of 10. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Ford F-250 Super Duty. Learn more
What's new in the 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty:
- Available Sync 4 infotainment with 12-inch touchscreen
- XLT and Lariat receive new appearance packages
- King Ranch and Platinum include standard four-wheel drive
- Part of the third Super Duty generation introduced for 2017
Is the Ford F-250 Super Duty reliable?
To determine whether the Ford F-250 Super Duty is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the F-250 Super Duty. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the F-250 Super Duty's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2022 F-250 Super Duty and gave it a 7.7 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2022 F-250 Super Duty is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty?
The least-expensive 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty is the 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty XL 2dr Regular Cab LB (6.2L 8cyl 6A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $39,445.
Other versions include:
- XL 2dr Regular Cab LB (6.2L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $39,445
- XL 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $42,235
- XLT 2dr Regular Cab LB (6.2L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $44,470
- XLT 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 6A) which starts at $47,270
What are the different models of Ford F-250 Super Duty?
If you're interested in the Ford F-250 Super Duty, the next question is, which F-250 Super Duty model is right for you? F-250 Super Duty variants include XL 2dr Regular Cab LB (6.2L 8cyl 6A), XL 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 6A), XLT 2dr Regular Cab LB (6.2L 8cyl 6A), and XLT 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 6A). For a full list of F-250 Super Duty models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
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