2021 Ford F-350 Super Duty Review

　　

2021 Ford F-350 Super Duty Review

byChristian WardlawCorrespondent

　　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 zzdcar and was the first editor-in-chief of zzdcar.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.

　　When you need maximum power, strength and capacity for the job, the 2021 Ford F-350 Super Duty stands ready to serve. With its high-strength steel frame, aluminum bodywork, and choice of gasoline and diesel V8 engines, this heavy-duty full-size pickup can handle just about anything you throw at it.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2021 Ford F-350 Super Duty XL 2dr Regular Cab LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) 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 North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　Not Available  for F-350 Super Duty XL

　　F-350 Super Duty XL

　　XL 2dr Regular Cab LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $35,745 MSRPXL 2dr Regular Cab LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $37,235 MSRPXL 4dr SuperCab SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $38,080 MSRPXL 4dr SuperCab LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $38,285 MSRPXL 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $38,545 MSRPXL 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $39,345 MSRPXL 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $39,545 MSRPXL 4dr SuperCab LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $39,775 MSRPXL 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $40,035 MSRPXL 4dr SuperCab 4WD SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $40,885 MSRPXL 4dr Crew Cab LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $41,030 MSRPXL 4dr SuperCab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $41,080 MSRPXL 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $42,150 MSRPXL 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $42,345 MSRPXL 4dr SuperCab 4WD LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $42,565 MSRPXL 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $43,830 MSRPXLT 2dr Regular Cab LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $40,620 MSRPXLT 2dr Regular Cab LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $41,895 MSRPXLT 4dr SuperCab SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $43,260 MSRPXLT 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $43,425 MSRPXLT 4dr SuperCab LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $43,460 MSRPXLT 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $44,695 MSRPXLT 4dr SuperCab LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $44,740 MSRPXLT 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $45,030 MSRPXLT 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $45,225 MSRPXLT 4dr SuperCab 4WD SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $46,065 MSRPXLT 4dr SuperCab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $46,270 MSRPXLT 4dr Crew Cab LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $46,500 MSRPXLT 4dr SuperCab 4WD LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $47,535 MSRPXLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $47,830 MSRPXLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $48,030 MSRPXLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $49,305 MSRPLariat 4dr SuperCab SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $48,735 MSRPLariat 4dr SuperCab LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $48,935 MSRPLariat 4dr SuperCab LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $50,420 MSRPLariat 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $51,065 MSRPLariat 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $51,265 MSRPLariat 4dr SuperCab 4WD SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $51,925 MSRPLariat 4dr SuperCab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $52,125 MSRPLariat 4dr Crew Cab LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $52,745 MSRPLariat 4dr SuperCab 4WD LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $53,610 MSRPLariat 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) (Most Popular) - $54,255 MSRPLariat 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $54,455 MSRPLariat 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $55,945 MSRPKing Ranch 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $59,610 MSRPKing Ranch 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $59,820 MSRPKing Ranch 4dr Crew Cab LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $61,300 MSRPKing Ranch 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $62,810 MSRPKing Ranch 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $63,000 MSRPKing Ranch 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $64,490 MSRPPlatinum 4dr Crew Cab LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $65,525 MSRPPlatinum 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $67,035 MSRPPlatinum 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $67,235 MSRPPlatinum 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $69,265 MSRPLimited 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.7L 8cyl Turbodiesel 10A) - $85,365 MSRPLimited 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.7L 8cyl Turbodiesel 10A) - $85,565 MSRPLimited 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.7L 8cyl Turbodiesel 10A) - $87,375 MSRP

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　　$233/mo

　　Avg. Large Truck

　　The F-350's maximum conventional towing capacity is more than 20,000 pounds when properly equipped. Set your F-350 up for fifth-wheel towing and you can pull as much as 32,500 pounds. Either way, you've pretty much got the capability to pull any big recreational or commercial-oriented trailer. Or if hauling is what you need, the F-350 can take on as much as 7,850 pounds of payload in its cargo bed depending on the truck's configuration.

　　Towing and hauling are just two of the tasks assigned to a heavy-duty pickup truck. When you're spending this kind of money, your rig needs to work hard, but it also needs to play hard and look good doing it. That's where the F-350 Tremor comes in. This is an off-road version of the Super Duty that adds a healthy dose of visual attitude combined with serious capability when the going gets tough. You can even equip it with an integrated winch offering 12,000 pounds of capacity.

　　Ford also offers a wide range of cabs, bed lengths and trim levels for the F-350, covering the spectrum from a basic, affordable work truck to a fancy, plush and technologically advanced luxury model. In short, if you're looking for a specific feature or function in a heavy-duty truck, the Ford F-350 likely offers it.

　　

Which F-350 Super Duty does zzdcar recommend?

Ford offers the F-350 in six trim levels, and the Lariat trim is the most versatile. It's available in SuperCab and crew-cab styles, with single or dual rear wheels, and with all three engine choices. Plus, the Lariat trim is your ticket to leather seats, the Tremor package, the new adaptive steering technology and the new Lariat Black Appearance package.

　　

2021 Ford F-350 Super Duty models

The 2021 Ford F-350 is available in XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum and Limited trim levels. Regular cabs come in XL and XLT trim only with an 8-foot-long cargo bed. SuperCabs add the Lariat trim to the availability list, as well as a shorter 6.75-foot bed option. Crew Cabs are offered with all trims and both cargo beds. You can option any F-350 with the 8-foot bed to have dual rear wheels.

　　A 6.2-liter gasoline V8 (385 horsepower, 430 lb-ft of torque) is standard. Upgrades include a 7.3-liter gas V8 (430 hp, 475 lb-ft) or a turbocharged 6.7-liter diesel V8 (475 hp, 1,050 lb-ft). In the F-350, all three engines use a 10-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard, and four-wheel drive is optional.

　　XL

　　With XL trim, the F-350 includes:

　　17-inch painted steel wheels Black grille, bumpers and trim Front tow hooks Trailer towing equipment Air conditioning Vinyl floor coverings Heavy-duty vinyl seats Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel Individual tire pressure monitoring system 4.2-inch center display screen Connected services including Wi-Fi hotspot Remote engine starting Voice recognition technology Reversing cameraXLT

　　Choose the F-350 XLT to enjoy these standard equipment upgrades:

　　18-inch alloy wheels Chrome exterior trim Heated side mirrors Rear privacy glass BoxLink cargo box cleats 110-volt household-style power outlet Carpeted floors and floor mats Cloth seats Power windows and locks 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integrationThe F-350 XLT also has Ford Co-Pilot360 driving assistance technology. This package includes:

　　Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse) Automatic high-beam headlightsLariat

　　Moving up to Lariat trim, the F-350 includes:

　　Body-colored trim Foglights Power-folding and -telescoping side mirrors LED side mirror spotlights Power-sliding rear window Upgraded driver information screen Power-adjustable pedals Leather seats Power-adjustable front seats Premium sound system Rear parking sensorsKing Ranch

　　The King Ranch is a Western-themed upscale version of the F-350 Crew Cab. It has:

　　Unique accent-color trim Rain-sensing wipers LED cargo box lighting Remote tailgate release Woodgrain interior trim Heated and ventilated front seats Heated and power-adjustable steering wheel Ambient interior lighting Trailer towing camera system Ford's Pro Trailer Backup Assist (makes backing up to a trailer easier) Integrated navigation system Wireless smartphone chargerPlatinum

　　With Platinum trim, the F-350 adds even more luxury in the form of:

　　20-inch wheels Body-colored bumpers Chrome and satin chrome exterior trim LED headlights Power-deploying running boards Tailgate step Multi-contour massaging front seats Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the F-350 and the car in front)Limited

　　At the top of the F-350 trim ladder, you'll find a rung named Limited. It comes with the diesel engine and 4WD as standard. Other extras include:

　　Adaptive steering (adjusts the steering wheel's responsiveness to enhance low-speed maneuverability and high-speed stability) Panoramic sunroof Hands-free keyless entry Premium upholstery and interior trim Lane keeping assist (steers the F-350 back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker) Upfitter switchesMany features found on the upper trim levels are available on the lower trims as options. On select F-350s, you can also get the Tremor Off-Road package that includes:

　　Off-road tires Raised front suspension and special shock absorbers Locking rear differential and limited-slip front differential (enhances traction when off-roading) Skid plates Special drive modes for off-roading

　　

2021 F-350 Super Duty Highlights

Type: Crew CabSuperCabRegular CabDieselCrew Cab

　　Trim: XLXLTLariatKing RanchPlatinumLimitedXL

　　

Base MSRP	$39,345
Engine Type	Flex-fuel (ffv)
Seating	6 seats
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Max Towing Capacity	18,200 lbs.
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles