2026 Ford F-150® Review | Plano, IL

Built to tow, haul, and handle the daily grind, the 2026 Ford F-150® pairs a deep lineup of powertrains with a cabin that balances rugged utility and everyday comfort. Whether you are towing a boat to the lake, loading the bed for a weekend project, or settling in for a highway haul, this full-size pickup truck has a configuration suited to the task. Refined interior materials, modern connectivity, and a broad set of available driver assistance features round out the experience across the lineup.

Take a closer look at the capability, comfort, and technology offered across each of its eight trims with this detailed 2026 Ford F-150 review prepared by the team at TERA Ford. For a trim-by-trim breakdown, visit our F-150 trims guide, and explore powertrain details in our F-150 engine and towing guide.

When a particular trim catches your eye, look over the current lease and finance offers at TERA Ford in Plano, IL, to find a rate that works for you. If you have any questions, contact us online or call us at (630) 552-8058, and our team will be happy to help.


2026 Ford F-150

2026 Ford F-150® Engines & Performance

Power is the heart of the 2026 Ford F-150, which offers six engines to match how you drive and what you tow. The standard 2.7L EcoBoost® V6 engine makes 325 horsepower, the 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 engine delivers 400 horsepower, and the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine produces 382 horsepower while handling the heaviest towing in the lineup when properly equipped. The 3.5L PowerBoost® full hybrid V6 engine pairs 420 horsepower with electric assist and available exportable power for tools and gear.

For off-road performance, a 450-horsepower high-output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine powers the Raptor®, and the available Raptor R™ Equipment Group includes a 720-horsepower 5.2L supercharged V8 engine, the most powerful in the lineup.

View the following engine specifications for more details.

Engine 2.7L EcoBoost V6 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 3.5L EcoBoost V6 3.5L PowerBoost full hybrid V6 High-output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 5.2L supercharged V8
Horsepower 325 HP 400 HP 382 HP 420 HP 450 HP 720 HP
Torque 400 lb.-ft. 410 lb.-ft. 500 lb.-ft. 570 lb.-ft. 510 lb.-ft. 640 lb.-ft.
Transmission Ten-speed automatic
Drivetrain 4×2 / 4×4 4×4
Max. Towing Capacity 8,400 lbs. 12,800 lbs. 13,500 lbs. 12,400 lbs. 8,200 lbs. 8,700 lbs.
Max. Payload Capacity 1,775 lbs. 2,235 lbs. 2,440 lbs. 1,740 lbs. 1,405 lbs. 1,410 lbs.
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2026 Ford F-150® Exterior Design

Broad shoulders and clean lines give the 2026 Ford F-150 a presence that reads equally well on a jobsite or in a driveway. Available LED projector headlamps with dynamic bending sharpen night visibility, while wheel options span several sizes and finishes across the lineup. A removable, locking tailgate and an available power tailgate with an integrated work surface make loading and gate-side tasks easier on busy days.

Available exterior features include:

  • All-terrain tires
  • 17-, 18-, 20-, or 22-in. wheels
  • LED projector headlamps with dynamic bending
  • LED daytime running lamps, fog lamps, and taillamps
  • LED box lighting with zone lighting
  • Heated, power-folding outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals, security approach lamps, and spotlights
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Rear privacy glass
  • Bed storage boxes
  • Front tow hooks
  • Removable, locking tailgate
  • Power tailgate with integrated work surface
  • Pro Access tailgate

2026 Ford F-150® Interior Design

The cabin of the 2026 Ford F-150 balances work-ready durability with upscale comfort, depending on how you outfit it. Available heated and ventilated front seats with Active Motion® massage ease the strain of an extended workday, while heated rear outboard seats keep passengers comfortable in cold weather. An available twin-panel moonroof brings natural light into the cabin on open-road drives.

Available interior features include:

  • Twin-panel moonroof
  • Cloth, sport cloth, ActiveX, or leather seat upholstery
  • Ten-way power driver’s seat with memory
  • Multi-way power-adjustable front passenger’s seat with power lumbar
  • Heated and ventilated front seats with Active Motion massage functionality
  • Heated rear outboard seats
  • 60/40-split rear bench seat with under-seat storage
  • Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Power-adjustable pedals
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Interior work surface
  • Intelligent Access with push-button start
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2026 Ford F-150® Cab & Bed Configurations

Cargo and crew needs vary, so the 2026 Ford F-150 offers a mix of cab styles and bed lengths. The regular cab seats up to three, while the SuperCab and SuperCrew® cabs seat up to six with a standard 40/20/40-split front bench, or five with available front bucket seats and a center console. Bed lengths include 5.5-foot, 6.5-foot, and 8-foot options, and the 8-foot bed paired with the regular cab makes room for bulky loads with up to 77.4 cubic feet of cargo volume. SuperCrew models deliver the most rear-seat space, with 43.6 inches of rear legroom.

View the following cab and bed specifications for more details.

Cab & Bed Configuration Regular cab, 6.5-ft. bed Regular cab, 8-ft. bed SuperCab, 6.5-ft. bed SuperCrew, 5.5-ft. bed SuperCrew, 6.5-ft. bed
Cargo Bed Volume 62.3 cu.-ft. 77.4 cu.-ft. 62.3 cu.-ft. 52.8 cu.-ft. 62.3 cu.-ft.
Max. Seating Three Three Six Six Six
Legroom (Front/Rear) 43.9 in. / – 43.9 in. / – 43.9 / 33.5 in. 43.9 / 43.6 in. 43.9 / 43.6 in.
Headroom (Front/Rear) 40.8 in. / – 40.8 in. / – 40.8 / 40.3 in. 40.8 / 40.4 in. 40.8 / 40.4 in.

2026 Ford F-150® Technology

Connectivity in the 2026 Ford F-150 centers on the standard SYNC® 4 infotainment system and a 12-inch touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ bring your phone’s apps and maps to the display, while an available wireless charging pad keeps devices topped off. The available 14-speaker B&O Unleashed Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® adds rich, immersive audio for the drive.

Available technology features include:

  • 12-in. driver information display
  • Head-up display
  • SYNC 4 infotainment system with 12-in. touchscreen
  • 14-speaker B&O Unleashed Sound System by Bang & Olufsen
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • SiriusXM® with 360L capability
  • FordPass® Connect 5G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
  • Connected navigation
  • Wireless charging pad
  • Universal garage door opener
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2026 Ford F-150® Driver Assist & Safety Features

Driver assistance technology runs deep on the 2026 Ford F-150, anchored by the standard Ford Co-Pilot360® 2.0 suite. Camera and sensor systems help you keep tabs on your surroundings, while a range of trailering aids takes some of the stress out of hooking up and backing a trailer. For extended highway stretches, the available Ford BlueCruise system provides hands-free driving support on compatible roads.

Available driver assist and safety features include:

  • Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0 technology
    • Auto high beams
    • Blind spot assist
    • Camera-only automatic emergency braking oncoming
    • Camera-only evasive steering assist
    • BLIS® (blind spot information system) with cross-traffic alert
    • Lane keeping system
    • Intersection assist
    • Pre-Collision Assist® with automatic emergency braking
    • Post-collision braking
    • Rearview camera
    • Rear parking sensors
    • Reverse brake assist
  • 360-degree camera
  • Reverse sensing system
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Ford BlueCruise hands-free highway driving system
  • Pro Trailer Backup Assist
  • Pro Trailer Hitch Assist
  • Trail Control™
  • Trail One-Pedal Drive
  • Trail Turn Assist

2026 Ford F-150® Colors Available

  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Antimatter Blue Metallic
  • Argon Blue Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Avalanche
  • Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Marsh Gray
  • Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
  • Shelter Green

2026 Ford F-150® Trims Available

  • XL (2.7L V6) $40,085*
  • XL (5.0L V8) $42,125*
  • STX® $44,650*
  • XLT $47,490*
  • Lariat® $62,355*
  • Tremor® $67,710*
  • King Ranch® $68,620*
  • Platinum® $71,595*
  • Raptor® $81,800*

*Starting MSRP

New Ford F-150 for Sale in Plano, IL

Find the 2026 Ford F-150 that fits your work and weekends at TERA Ford in Plano, IL. Browse our current inventory to see which trims and configurations are available, and we will help you land on the right one. If you have any questions, contact us online or call us at (630) 552-8058.

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