2020 Ford F250 review

Color options

Exterior colors:

• Agate Black

• Blue Jeans

• Iconic Silver

• Magnetic

• Oxford White

• Race Red

• Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

• Star White Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

• Stone Gray

• Silver Spruce

• Velocity Blue

Interior colors:

• Black

• Dark Earth Gray

• Dark Marsala (Platinum trim only)

• Highland Tan (Limited trim only)

• Kingsville Antique (King Ranch trim only)

• Medium Earth Gray

• Medium Light Camel

Interior details

The F-250 is available in three cab sizes. The Regular Cab seats two or three passengers in the front-row bench or bucket seats; it is only available in the XL and XLT trim. The Super Cab and Crew Cab models seat up to six across three rows.

Heavy-duty vinyl seating in the base XL trim makes way for cloth or leather upholstery in the F-250's higher trims. Pick the Lariat trim or above to add cosy features such as ambient interior lighting and heated seating.

The F-250 has plenty of storage cubbies throughout the cabin, including a deep-fill center console on models with front bucket seats. Crew cab models feature a lockable box under the rear seat, too.

It's worth noting that a big step up is needed to reach the inside of the F-250. If you're planning to use it as a family vehicle too, pick the Platinum or Limited trim for power-deployable running boards.

Child seat details

The F-250 Super Cab and Crew Cab models are both fitted with lower LATCH anchors in the second-row outboard seats. The front-row-only Regular Cab has one upper tether anchor for its two-seat incarnation, and two upper tether anchors for its three-seat bench version. The Super Cab and Crew Cab variants both have three upper tether anchor straps along the top of the seat backrest. The F-250 can accommodate front- and rear-facing seats, and booster seats for older children.

Performance

The F-250 has a trio of powerful engine options. The standard 6.2L V8 gas engine is good for 385 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque. It is paired to a six-speed automatic transmission. The 7.3L V8 engine can achieve 430 hp and 475 lb-ft of torque, via its 10-speed automatic transmission.

The power-packed final option is the 6.7L turbodiesel V8, it's the standard engine for the range-topping Limited trim and delivers 475 hp and 1,050 lb-ft of torque. Depending on how you drive, you might want to stick with the standard rear-wheel drive or look out for the available four-wheel drive.

As you'd rightly expect from a super-duty truck, the 2020 F-250 is a powerhouse when it comes to towing capability. When properly equipped, the F-250 with the standard 6.2L engine, regular cab configuration, and RWD, can tow up to an estimated 13,300 lbs.

For maximum trailering, pick the Regular Cab model with the 6.7L turbodiesel engine, and RWD, for an estimated 22,800 pounds of towing capability, when properly equipped.

Year comparisons

2011 - 2016 Ford F-250 (third generation)

The super-duty F-250 enters its third generation in 2011, benefiting from an extensive exterior upgrade which includes a larger grille and more aggressively edged fascias.

2017-2022 Ford F-250 (fourth generation)

For 2017, and the start of the fourth generation, Ford refreshed the F-250 from the ground up. This included a switch up to an aluminum body that reduced its curb weight by 700 lbs.

The 2018 model year sees the introduction of adaptive cruise control and a new range-topping Limited trim. A minor style and feature refresh for 2020 models includes the introduction of a new Tremor Off-Road Package.

The 2022 F-250 gains a 12-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.