2027 Ford F150 SuperCrew Cab

The Ford F-150 is known for its terrific payload and towing capacities, its wide range of trim levels and powertrain choices, and useful, intuitive, innovative tech. You can choose from eight trim levels, three body styles, three bed lengths, and four engines — five, if you count the high-output EcoBoost — plus a hybrid. For 2027, the Ford F-150’s changes aren’t enough to call it all-new, but they are significant for off-road enthusiasts, shoppers on a budget, and fans of the tried-and-true V8. There are a lot of choices, which may seem overwhelming at first, but once you pinpoint your budget and how you plan on using the truck, you can home in on the right combination for your needs.

The F-150 is designed for hard work, but the ride comfort, cabin space, and convenience features make it very easy to have the F-150 as the family car. This is such a capable, well-rounded truck that it’s our highest-rated full-size pickup. It has also won the segment’s KBB Best Buy Award for 12 years running.

We’ve spent hundreds of hours driving and evaluating this generation of full-size pickup trucks, including the Ford F-150.

The F-150 gets a fairly significant update for 2027. There are updated grille designs and new wheels. Its new standard engine is a 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6. Based on a design similar to the 2.7-liter EcoBoost it replaces, the new engine has the same power, but its peak torque occurs at a much lower rpm, making it easier to take advantage of. For the first time in four years, the 5.0-liter V8 is available on the King Ranch and Platinum trims. In addition, auto stop/start has been deleted.

There are now budget-friendly versions of the Tremor and the Raptor. The entry-level Tremor is based on the STX trim. The Raptor has the same off-road suspension and tech but is decontented compared to the regular Raptor. The entry-level Tremor and this Raptor variant delete some creature comforts to lower the price.

In addition, there is a Carhartt special edition. It has its own unique styling inside and out, and comes with a Carhartt-branded spray-in bed liner, 2-toned durable Carhartt seat covers, and much more.

Ford’s hands-free BlueCruise system now works on F-150s while towing. Called BlueCruise with Towing, this system works on more than 130,000 miles of divided highways. Birch Sand, Neptune Blue, and Wild Green are new colors for 2027. Antimatter Blue Metallic, Argon Blue Metallic, and Avalanche have been dropped.

The 4-wheel-drive (4WD) STX SuperCrew is the most popular F-150 combination.

The Ford F-150 is a hair less expensive than the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, which is less expensive than the GMC Sierra 1500, which kicks off in the $42K range. The Ram 1500, which is not available as a regular cab, starts at about $45K.

Before buying an F-150, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should really pay. Ford F-150 resale value is about average for the segment. Recouping more money when selling a vehicle can mean a bigger down payment and lower monthly payments on the next one.

We always felt the F-150’s previous base engine was an excellent balance of power and affordability, so we are especially eager to drive the F-150 with the new 3.0-liter twin-turbo. The biggest difference with the new engine is that peak torque is 2,250 rpm, meaning the stout 5.0-liter V8 is a great choice for towing. The 3.5-liter EcoBoost is surprisingly quick and makes the F-150 feel spry and lightweight.

Ford also offers a hybrid drivetrain based on the 3.5-liter engine. It creates 430 horsepower and 570 lb-ft of torque — that’s more torque in all but the Raptor R’s engine — yet is also the most fuel-efficient choice in the lineup. It’s a smooth drivetrain, and easy to forget it’s a hybrid.

The F-150 trim levels at the heart of the market feel refined and composed. The off-road-biased Tremor and Raptor are also surprisingly comfortable on-road, and are fantastic in the dirt and on the rocks. The off-roaders, however, are wider and do feel bigger on the road than the rest of the F-150 line.

Payload and Towing

You don’t have to settle for a regular cab to get the maximum towing capacity in the 2027 F-150. Here, you can get that 13,500-pound tow rating with the twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 in the 4WD SuperCrew with the 6.5-foot bed, plus the Max Trailer Tow Package. This means you have the potential for the most versatility in that truck — the ability to seat the most people and tow the heaviest trailer. If you are interested in the PowerBoost hybrid, it can tow up to 12,400 pounds. For the maximum payload of 2,440 pounds, look for the 2027 F-150 with the twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6.

As good as the F-150’s towing capacity is, the 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 can tow up to 13,700 pounds. Next on the list is the Toyota Tundra, which can tow up to 12,000 pounds (1,940 payload), and the Ram 1500, with a maximum payload of 2,360 pounds (11,610 pounds towing).

2027 Ford F-150 Engine Specifications

*TT: twin-turbo
*HO: High Output

All variants use a 10-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive (RWD) is the default configuration; 4WD is optional. Also, 4WD is standard in the hybrid, Tremor, Raptor, and Raptor R.

The 2027 Ford F-150 offers seating for up to six in certain trim levels, but for most trims, seating capacity is five. Regular cab trims can seat two or three, depending on trim level. The F-150 comes standard with a 12-inch touchscreen and a 12-inch digital gauge cluster. Available features include Pro Power Onboard, which allows your truck to serve as a generator; safety features that also account for a trailer while you tow; and systems that make it easier to back a trailer into a spot at the campground. And the tech Ford offers is not only helpful, but easy to use.

If you’re looking for a work truck, you can get a 40/20/40 cloth bench, but moving up from there, the options get quite luxurious, with available Alcantara suede, heated, cooled, and massaging power seats with memory. Features like Bang & Olufsen audio, adjustable pedals, and wireless phone charging also add to the experience. Plus, the rear seat in the SuperCrew cab is especially roomy, with a flat floor in all three seating positions. That also makes it easy to fit gear in the cab.

Off-Road Specialists
No, the Raptor isn’t for everyone, but it is a fantastic purpose-built off-roader with an impressive list of features and a well-engineered suspension. There are three levels of Raptor, plus the mind-boggling supercharged 720-hp Raptor R. And if you want to spend less on your off-roading adventures, there are two capable Tremor trim levels that are about $20K cheaper to start.

Towing Tech
Ford’s Pro Trailer Back Up Assist lets you back in a trailer by turning a knob. The F-150 is also available with a tire pressure monitor for each trailer tire. The truck’s blind-spot system takes into account your trailer. And these are only a few examples of the tech the F-150 offers that help when towing.

BlueCruise with Towing
BlueCruise with Towing is a partial self-driving system that lets you take your foot off the pedal and your hands off the wheel while towing a trailer. There are more than 130,000 miles of highways that BlueCruise with Towing works on — and a light on the dash shows you when BlueCruise is available.