2013 Ford F250 review
Ford F250 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Lots of options when it comes to cab and body styles
- Plenty of useful features across trims
- Very capable for work and play with strong towing capability
Cons
- Steering feels numb
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What is new for the 2013 Ford F250?
- The F250 is available in a new trim called the Platinum.
- F250 trims have been upgraded with Heated Steering Wheel, Sunroof(s), 6162, and Sony Sound System as standard equipment this year.
- The Lariat trim now comes with Rear View Camera and Running Boards as standard equipment.
- The XLT trim now comes with Bluetooth Technology and Sync System as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2013 Ford F250
1. Big towing capacities and payload
While it may be the smallest of the 2013 Ford Super Duty family, the F250 is still fully loaded when it comes to important stuff like functional usability. It can carry payloads of up to an estimated 4,240 lbs, on the 6.8 ft or 8 ft-long cargo beds. The 6.2L V8 gasoline or 6.7L V8 diesel engines can conventionally tow an estimated 14,000 lbs, with a fifth-wheel towing capacity of an estimated 16,800 lbs, when properly equipped.
Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
2. Choice of four-wheel drive
Whether you're cruising on the highway or crossing the construction site, the 2013 Ford F250 can handle the smooth or the rough. Available in 4x4 configurations, the optional FX4 off-road package includes fuel tank skid plates, hill descent control, and a transfer case. However, even the standard 4x4 F250 can venture into more rugged terrain easily thanks to its solid front axle and manual locking or electrically operated hubs. An available electronic-locking rear differential will give you more confidence to go off the beaten track.
3. Find the truck that's right for you
The 2013 Ford F250 comes in three basic configurations—Regular Cab, SuperCab, and Crew Cab—meaning there will be a blue oval-badged super-duty truck for you. A choice of short or long wheelbase options stretches the scope for versatility, along with a range of available packages. Optional features include heavy-service front suspension, an off-road preparation package, CNG and LPG engine preparation, as well as a camper kit. Whatever you demand from a super-duty Ford, the F250 has got you covered.
4. Super luxurious trim
There are five versions of the 2013 Ford F250—XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, and Platinum. The range-topping Platinum is the gold standard of the trims, with features such as 20-inch alloy wheels, memory functions for the power trailer tow mirrors and driver's seat, navigation system with HD Radio technology, as well as premium leather and heated/cooled front seats. Externally, body-colored and chrome-plated elements make the Ford F250 Platinum much more than a utilitarian pick-up.
5. Powerful engine options
The 2013 Ford F250 Super Duty is a big truck, and it has an equally large pair of powerful engine options to choose from. The 6.2L V8 FlexFuel gasoline engine has 385 hp and 405 lb-ft of torque. However, if that's not enough, the 6.7L turbodiesel produces 400 hp with a huge 800 lb-ft of pulling power. Both engines put their power down through a six-speed auto transmission.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.6 out of 5
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RepairPal gave the Ford F250 an overall reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Ford F250 17th out of 19 among Fullsize Trucks.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Ford F250Ford F250 features and specs
XL 2WD 2D Regular Cab
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Side Airbags
- Tow Hitch
- Vinyl Seats
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- Bed Cover
- Bed Liner
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Fifth Wheel Tow Hitch
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Gooseneck Tow Hitch
- Long Bed
- No A/C
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Running Boards
- Side Airbags
- Tow Hitch
- Turbo Diesel Engine
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
6.2L
Horsepower
385
Torque (ft-lbs)
405
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
35
Wheelbase
137"
Overall length
227.6"
Width
79.9"
Height
76.6"
Leg room
F 41.1"
Head room
F 40.7"
Front tires
LT245/75R17E
Rear tires
LT245/75R17E
Seating capacity
3
Max towing capacity
1875/12500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2013 Ford F250 FAQ
The Ford F250 received a rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Ford F250 as 16 out of 19 among Fullsize Truck
The 2013 Ford F250 has received an average 4.6 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2013 Ford F250, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2013 Ford F250 Reviews.
The 2013 Ford F250 has a maximum towing capacity of between 12000 and 12500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2013 Ford F250:
- Platinum
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Sunroof(s)
- Sony Sound System
- Side Airbags
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