You don’t make it 50 years in the automotive world without doing something right! The Ford F-150 continues its reign into 2025 as the most iconic pickup ever made. Let’s take a look at how the latest model year measures up to the one before it, so you can decide which meets your needs best.
Key Takeaways:
- 2025 Ford F-150 prices start at $39,245 and go up to $76,700. The 2024 Ford F-150 starts at $38,565 and goes up to $84,495. Trim types remain the same in both model years.
- Both model years feature the same engine options
- 2024 changes are less trim specific than those for 2025.
What’s New in Updated Features and Key Changes for the Ford F-150?
Ford made more overall changes to the 2024 F-150 and more trim-specific changes to 2025 models.
For 2024:
- Ford enhanced exterior styling in its grilles, lighting elements, and wheel designs.
- It introduced the optional Pro Access Tailgate, allowing users to open part of it using a side-mounted hinge.
- The F-150s gas V-6 base engine and formerly optional diesel were discontinued.
- Blue Cruise became an available option, as did a head-up display.
- A 12.0-inch infotainment display became standard to all trims.
- The terrain-ready Tremor model received a new front bumper and grille design. An accessory light bar and a front-mounted winch were also added.
The 2025 Ford F-150 saw changes to some trims.
- The STX’s 20-inch wheels were swapped for gloss-black 18-inch wheels. Its LED fog lamps and zone lighting were discontinued from 2024.
- A number of elements vanished from the XLT, including its interior chrome accents, 6-foot running boards, dual-zone climate control, wrapped steering wheel, 360-degree camera, Pro Trailer Backup Assist, and Pro Trailer Hitch Assist.
- The Lariat received 18-inch wheels to replace its 20-inch wheels. It lost its power sliding rear window, universal garage door opener, and Signature Lighting features. Its leather-trimmed seats were replaced by ActiveX-trimmed seats.
- King Ranch and Platinum trims lost CCD shocks.
- Blue Cruise 1.2 and Lane Change Assist were introduced on some trims.
What Are the Engine Options and Powertrain Comparisons Between the 2025 and 2024 Ford F-150?
Engine options between 2024 and 2025 remain plentiful with six choices, all of which give you great power and performance. They include:
- A twin-turbo 2.7-liter V6 (325 horsepower);
- A twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 (400 horsepower). This engine has an optional high-output version (450 horsepower);
- A 5.0-liter V8 (400 horsepower);
- A twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 with electric motor and battery pack (430 horsepower);
- A 5.2-liter V8 engine, Raptor R only (720 horsepower).
How Do F-150 Model Years Compare When It Comes to Towing and Cargo?
The F-150 is a powerful work truck and can tow and haul large, heavy items from jobsite to jobsite easily. It has a towing capacity of 13,500 pounds and a cargo capacity of 2,455 pounds when properly equipped.
The Raptor comes up a little lower in capacity on both due its off-roading gear, at 8,200 and 1,410 pounds respectively
What Warranty Coverage Comes with a Certified Pre-Owned Ford?
Jarrett offers extended warranty coverage on certified pre-owned Ford vehicles that meet the automaker’s Gold and EV certified specifications after a thorough 172-point inspection.
These vehicles come with two warranties: a Powertrain Limited Warranty for up to 7 years or 100,000 miles or a Comprehensive Limited Warranty for 12 months or 12,000 miles.
Additional perks include roadside assistance and FordPass Reward Points.
What Are the Design and Technology Differences Between the 2025 and 2024 Ford F-150?
The F-150’s split headlight design, large rectangular grille, bold front and rear bumpers, and R-shaped taillights give the truck a rugged but elegant look that’s immediately identifiable.
Adding to the F-150s many interior creature comforts, are a column-mounted shifter and 12.0-inch digital instrument cluster. These easily accessible controls can be found in the center console. Higher trims feature fold-flat front seats with hide away gear shifters to create instant sleep or work areas.
The F-150s infotainment system features standard Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, a four speaker satellite radio system, and Wi-Fi hotspot. A 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen stereo system, enhanced voice recognition, head-up display, and wireless charging pad are optional in higher trims.
Which Ford F-150 Model Year Is Right for You?
If you’re looking for the most updated elements of a specific trim, a brand new F-150 is your best bet, but if better pricing, with the elements that haven't been stripped from 2025 trims is more your interest, consider 2024 models. Contact Jarrett today to experience both model years today!