2021 Ford F-150 Specs

Ford F-150 Engine Specifications

We'll start by looking at the Ford F-150 engine specifications. After all, there are quite a few to consider! With six available engines, there's a wide range of horsepower and torque that the F-150 can produce.

A popular engine of the 2021 F-150 is the 3.5L PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6. This is the first appearance of a hybrid powertrain in the full-size truck segment, so it's generated a lot of buzz.¹

The available 3.5L PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6 generates an impressive 430 horsepower and 570 lb-ft of torque. Plus, it receives an EPA-estimated 25 city/26 highway MPG. There are plenty of other F-150 engines, too, which are:  

• 3.3L V6-290 horsepower, 265 lb-ft of torque, and an EPA-estimated 20 city /24 highway MPG
• 2.7L EcoBoost® V6-325 horsepower, 400 lb-ft of torque, and an EPA-estimated 20 city/26 highway MPG
• 3.5L EcoBoost® V6-400 horsepower, 500 lb-ft of torque, and an EPA-estimated 18 city/24 highway MPG
• 3.0L Power Stroke® V6-250 horsepower, 440 lb-ft of torque, and EPA-estimated 20 city/27 highway MPG

For those who'd like to step up to a V8, there's an available 5.0L V8. With this engine, the F-150 produces 400 horsepower, 410 lb-ft of torque, and an EPA-estimated 17 city/24 highway MPG.

Maximum Towing and Payload Capacity

How does all this strength translate to real-world capability? Well, the 2021 Ford F-150 impresses with substantial towing and payload capacities.

With the 3.5L EcoBoost® V6, the 2021 F-150 can reach its 14,000-pound maximum towing capacity when properly equipped. The 5.0L V8 is responsible for the maximum payload figure, which checks in at 3,325 pounds with the proper equipment!

To harness this power, the F-150 comes armed with these available features:

• Integrated trailer brake controller
• Pro Trailer Backup Assist™
• Trailer Reverse Guidance

Trim Levels

If you want a luxurious cabin, an off-roading machine, or a tech-packed partner, the Ford F-150 has a trim level specifically made for you.

It all starts with the F-150 XL, which is a tough work truck loaded with features and power. From there, you can choose any of the following F-150 trims:  

• XLT
• LARIAT
• King Ranch
• Platinum
• Limited

¹ Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR.