The Ford F-250 is a top-ranking heavy-duty truck. The F-250 is built with an aluminum frame, making it lighter but more efficient. The Ford may have a lighter frame this year, but it still has plenty of strength and excels in power and towing. The F-250 also has a good payload rating. Under the Ford F-250's hood is a diesel V8 engine with tremendous power and torque. The Ford F-250 also has several different cabs available with varying lengths.
New for the Ford F-250 is an optional Sync 4 infotainment system with a larger 12-inch touchscreen display. Some other new features are exclusive to certain trim levels. The XLT and Lariat models can be dressed up with stylish new packages to accessorize their exteriors. Four-wheel drive is now a standard drivetrain on the King Ranch and Platinum models.
The truck's conventional towing capacity is 20,000 pounds, but its maximum towing capacity is 22,800 pounds with a gooseneck or fifth wheel. When the Ford F-250 is properly configured, its maximum payload increases to 4,260 pounds. The Ford F-250's power output also differs if you get the diesel engine, which gives the F-250 up to 1,050 LB-FT of torque at 1,600 RPM. There are two optional gasoline engines for the Ford F-250 and one diesel engine. The base gasoline engine that you can get is a 6.2L V8 engine. This engine produces 385 HP and 430 LB-FT of torque, and it is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. The second gasoline engine that you can get is a 7.3L with a 10-speed transmission. This engine has a power output of 430 HP and 475 LB-FT of torque. You can also get a diesel engine. The diesel is a turbo 6.7L engine with eight cylinders. Its power output is 475 HP, and it produces an impressive 1,050 LB-FT of torque.
The Ford F-250 is equipped with various safety mechanisms. Standard on the base model is a backup camera, hill start assist, a trailer hitch receiver, and trailer sway control. Automatic high beams are added to the second trim level, the XLT. The second trim level adds an integrated brake controller, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Forward collision mitigation comes standard on the XLT. The Lariat has fog lights and a voice recognition system. Rear parking sensors are added to this trim level as well. The King Ranch adds LED lighting in the truck bed. It also has a more advanced trailer towing technology and a tailgate assist step. The Platinum has LED exterior lighting along with adaptive cruise control. The Limited has lane departure warning. Several safety features are optional, including a 360-degree parking camera, lane departure warning, and trailer backup assist. Trail Control, which is off-road cruise control, and lane departure warning are available through the Tremor Off-Road package.
Technology is abundant on the Ford F-250. The F-250 is equipped with a 4.2-inch infotainment system that connects with Sync infotainment. The base model also has Bluetooth connectivity. You will get one USB charging port and FordPass Connect with onboard Wi-Fi. Satellite radio, dual 110V household charging outlets, and more USB ports come with the second trim and up. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are included in the higher-end models.
The Ford F-250 has a strong build with a boxy frame, LED lighting, and multiple cab lengths. Multiple beds have different lengths, including a Super Cab with a 6.75-foot bed and an extended cab with an eight-foot bed.
The Ford F-250 trims include the XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, and the Limited trim. The XL has a black exterior and 17-inch wheels. It has manual doors, windows, and seats. The XLT has a power tailgate lock and dark exterior trim accent. It also has chrome bumpers and a chrome grille. The Lariat features leather seats, fog lights, and larger wheels. The King Ranch has a wireless charging pad, ambient interior lighting, and 20-inch wheels. The Platinum has chrome exterior trim accents, a satin tailgate panel, and massaging front seats. The Limited has a standard diesel engine, adaptive steering system, and wood trim accents.
Whether you're in Athens, OH or Coshocton, contact Dutro Ford in Zanesville, OH to learn more about the Ford F-250 today.
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