Ford has been the best when it comes to long-lasting and rugged pickups. With a few models up their sleeve, it can be confusing which one will suit your needs. That’s where we want to help. We’ll take a look at current models and what makes them great to make sure you get exactly what you need.
Key Takeaways:
- If you’re wanting something that is the best used Ford truck with the best towing capacity, then you’ll need something from the F-Series, especially something in the F-350 to F-450 range.
- If you like the look of the F-150, but want something more eco, then look for the Lightning, which is an electric version of the truck.
- If you don’t need something massive and want something capable, then look for a Maverick or a Ranger.
F-Series
When you think of work trucks, this is probably the first one that comes to mind. There are a few options to pick from in the F-Series. There’s the F-150, 250, 350, and 450, while it does go higher, those are for some of the heaviest jobs you can think of.
While most of the F-Series will look more or less the same when it comes to features, the main difference is their specs. In recent years, the F-150 can tow 13,500 pounds, the F-250 can tow 23,000 pounds, the F-350 can tow 40,000 pounds, and the F-450 can also tow 40,000 pounds.
As mentioned earlier, other models can do more, but the ones that we covered will be more than enough for handymen everywhere.
F-150 Lightning
The Lightning is a greener option for the F-150. This one is an electric-powered option, thanks to a battery. Despite being an electric vehicle, that doesn’t mean that this won’t be a capable option. This model is able to tow up to 10,000 pounds, making it a great option for those who want to move away from gas, but don’t want to give up what makes a truck a great option.
Being that this is an electric vehicle, it also comes with some decent acceleration. This truck can go 0-60 in 3.9 seconds, as tested by MotorTrend. For a truck this size, it is blazing fast, making it a great option for adrenaline junkies who want something practical.
The Lightning can get up to 300 miles of range, as tested by the EPA. Able to get 72 MPGe combined, allowing you to go a decent distance without needing to stop at a charger.
Ranger
Moving away from the F-Series, we have the first smaller truck that Ford offers. This one, being in the mid-size segment, can still get some work done, but not nearly as much as the larger counterparts. In recent years, the Ranger has been able to tow 7,500 pounds. Still enough to get work done on the weekends, while being more friendly in a busy city.
Being that this is a smaller truck, so is the engine. The engine in recent years is a 2.3L I4, which is surprisingly efficient. It has an EPA-rated 23 combined MPG, able to go 460 miles on one tank.
Maverick
The smallest truck of the Ford family, this is for those who want something that is almost as efficient as a car, but don’t want to give up a tow hook, and the bed. Having a max towing capacity of 4,000 pounds, this will be able to get most smaller jobs done, but if you’re needing more than that, then you might want to look at the Ranger.
Much like the Ranger, this one also comes with a small engine, this one being the 2.5L I4. It has an EPA-rated 38 MPG combined, able to go 524 miles on one tank. This is the best option for a city driver if you’re not needing to haul massive loads.
Where can I get a Ford pickup?
If you’re interested in getting a used Ford pickup, there’s no better place than with us here at Car2Sell in Hillside, New Jersey. We have plenty of used models for you to pick from, ranging from things that can haul the heaviest loads, or something that can fit in a tight spot. Come see us today!