2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty

How does the F-250 Super Duty drive? The F-250 we tested had the high-output 6.7-liter turbodiesel V8. With a quoted 1,200 lb-ft of torque on tap, the F-250 has no shortage of grunt. It hit 60 mph in 7.2 seconds, which is competitive for the class. The powertrain is smooth, and the 10-speed transmission never feels out of step or in the wrong gear. Even when towing or hauling, we don't expect the F-250 to struggle or feel overwhelmed.

The F-250's steering and handling are average for an heavy-duty pickup, which is to say soft and a bit disconnected. The steering wheel is easy to turn but the truck doesn't respond much when you do. You have to do a lot of wheel spinning to maneuver the truck in a parking lot, for example. The F-250 leans in corners, but it's composed enough that you don't get tossed around on tight roads.

How comfortable is the F-250 Super Duty? Comfort in pickup trucks these days is leagues better than it was even just a handful of years ago. While we wouldn't go so far as to call it luxurious or plush, the F-250 — especially in the upper-level trims like our King Ranch test vehicle — is comfortable on the street, even on longer drives. The seats are a bit flat, but we found them soft and well padded. We had no issues with sore backs or behinds on longer drives. It's much the same in the rear, with a flat but comfortable bench that can be folded to provide more cargo area. The ride comfort is on the firm side of comfortable, but it's right on for what we expect in this class.

The climate control system blows cold, and the heated seats get toasty quickly. No one really does either like an American automaker. The controls for the climate system are a bit disappointing as some settings and readouts (like the cabin temperature) are located in the touchscreen, but that's our only major complaint. We found the F-250 to be reasonably quiet on the road too. Yes, there's a little bit of diesel clatter, but it's subtle and never loud enough that you can't have a conversation. Wind and road noise is decently muted, though the tires do produce a bit of noise at highway speeds.

How’s the interior? The F-250's interior is a definite improvement over the last-generation Super Duty. It's not been wholly transformed, but small changes to the control layout make everything easier to see and reach. There are dedicated controls for the radio and climate settings, so it's easy to adjust the temperature without taking your eyes off the road. Some controls are tied to the touchscreen, but the system is responsive and the menus are well organized. As a whole, figuring out where everything is and how the features work is straightforward.

The cabin is spacious, too, with enough room for an NBA starting roster inside. Headroom, legroom and shoulder room shouldn't be an issue in either row. The tall ride height makes getting in and out a real climb, even with our King Ranch's standard retractable running boards. Once you're inside, though, adjustable pedals and good movement for the seat and wheel make it easy to find a comfortable driving position.

Outward visibility is solid, too, at least for a heavy-duty truck. There are blind spots, but most trims come with an array of sensors and cameras to help visibility. Ford even offers a camera and parking sensors that function when the tailgate is down, like when you're hauling a longer load. An available surround-view camera system and additional cameras for the trailer further aid the driver.

How’s the tech? The latest Super Duty is loaded with in-car tech and some solid driver aids. Almost every trim comes standard with a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The navigation works well, with clear, easy-to-read maps and turn-by-turn directions displaying in the digital instrument cluster and head-up display. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on all trims, and there are plenty of USB ports for charging. Some trims come with a pair of 120-volt household-style power outlets too. Our King Ranch model was equipped with an excellent B&O audio system. It's among the best we've experienced in a pickup truck.

There's a whole plethora of driver aids available for the F-250, including adaptive cruise control, blind-spot warning, a surround-view camera system and automatic emergency braking. It's all simple to use and works well in practice. Adaptive cruise control holds good gaps and can bring you to a complete stop, and we didn't notice any false readings for the emergency braking or collision warning systems.

How are the towing and storage? As you might expect from a heavy-duty pickup, payload and towing ratings for the F-250 are excellent. Max payload capacity is rated at more than 4,200 pounds (regular cab with the base gasoline V8), though most configurations are rated between 3,000 and 4,000 pounds. Towing tops out at 22,000 pounds for a conventional trailer or 23,000 pounds with a gooseneck. Most configurations are between 14,000 and 20,000 pounds. Those are all impressive figures for the class, though it's always neck-and-neck among this group of pickups.

Cargo space and storage inside the cabin are equally solid. There are a seemingly endless number of bins and cubbies for small items like sunglasses, phones and more. Everywhere you seem to look offers a small pocket of some sort. We're very impressed with the cupholders. There's lots of them, and the ones up front are large enough for wide water bottles. The Ford lacks the Ram's fold-out panel to make a flat load floor in the rear, but the seats still fold out of the way to open up a sizable space for in-cabin storage. The folding split-configuration rear seat means you can get a passenger in the back, too, provided you don't need all of the space. Installing a car seat should be pretty straightforward, though the truck's height might pose an issue for some.

Is the F-250 Super Duty a good value? There's no getting around it: The Ford F-250 is an expensive vehicle. Base prices are on par with rivals from Chevrolet and Ram, though it's very easy to add a few options to send the price skyward. Our well-equipped King Ranch test truck packed an as-tested price of about $95,000. Other heavy-duty trucks can get pricey, too, but the Ford doesn't look great by comparison. That said, build quality is very solid, with excellent fit and finish and a genuinely nice interior on those high-spec trucks.

The warranty is average for this class. Ford includes a three-year/36,000-mile basic and powertrain warranty, though models with diesel powertrains get a five-year/100,000-mile warranty. Ford also includes five years/60,000 miles of roadside assistance.

For better or worse, the latest Super Duty looks a heck of a lot like the previous model both inside and out, though the changes to the grille, lighting and interior do a lot to keep the truck feeling fresh. Still, it's not a particularly striking design, and even the tough-looking Tremor package pales in comparison to the Ram 2500 Power Wagon or GMC Sierra 2500HD AT4X. And if you're looking for fun in your pickup truck, we suggest going electric with the Ford F-150 Lightning or Rivian R1T. There are few thrills to be had behind the Super Duty's steering wheel.