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Updated on: August 6, 2021
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The F series of trucks from Henry Ford's company has replaced all the curves with hard edges that now appeals to the vast demographic of the suburban population tha rides this truck. Growing utilitarian and towing intensive as the generations the 2020 iteration of the behemoth comes with only the aim to claim its throne once again.
Diesel V8 produces more power than Gasoline V8 engine
Luxurious high-level trim levels
Payload and towing capacity is amazing
Spacious Cabin
The diesel variant is expensive
Stiff ride when no cargo is there
Huge vehicle compared to other cars on road.
With an overhaul arranged for 2020, the F 350 receives no updates for this year
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Features
Engine and Performance
Fuel Economy
Interior
Exterior
Safety
Final Verdict
8.1
OVERALL RATING
Overall Rating
A truck with the F badge is a thing to take seriously and one of the larger variants should be taken with all the seriousness in the world. The penultimate truck in the series comes with a 385hp engine that produces 430 lbs-ft of torque which can tow 12,700 lbs that should be enough to put a decent sized trailer on the back.
9.0/10
Features
9.0/10
Engine and Performance
6.0/10
Fuel Economy
9.0/10
Interior
8.0/10
Exterior
7.0/10
Safety
8.4/10
Final Verdict
The penultimate truck of the F series comes in a variety of trims that amass all the features available under this sun. Aimed to please all demographics the trims are bamboozling and confusing, to say the least.
The XL variant shall be enough for most people's hauling needs as the F 350 is almost twice the size of the f 150. With its sheer size and power, the basic trim shall suffice most but if you want a literal small cabin on wheels the Limited shall satisfy thy wants.
Super Cab
| Trims | XL | XLT | Lariat | King Ranch | Platinum | LIMITED |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP (2WD) | $37,920 | $42,980 | $49,420 | $56,365 | $64,130 | $82,485 |
| MSRP (AWD) | $40,725 | $45,780 | $52,610 | $59,560 | $64,290 | |
| Features | Features Same as Regular Cab XL | Features Same as Regular Cab XLT | Features Same as Super cab Lariat | King Ranch trim level, which is only offered on crew-cab models, adds unique | Platinum model, again offered only on crew-cab models, gets you 20-inch alloy wheels, adaptive steering, LED headlights | SYNC 3 with 8" color LCD capacitive touchscreen in center stack, 911 Assist, AppLink, Apple CarPlay compatibility |
| LED box lighting, keyless entry and start, | blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. | BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) | ||||
| alloy wheels, automatic high beams, automatic wipers, | a built-in tailgate step, multi-contour front seats | Voice-activated Navigation System | ||||
| heated steering wheel, and a navigation system. | automatic wipers, power running boards, a remote tailgate release | Android Auto compatibility, and 2 smart-charging USB ports | ||||
| driver-seat memory settings, a power tilt-and-telescoping | integrated SiriusXM Traffic and Travel link | |||||
| remote start, upgraded leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats | with trailer coverage and cross-traffic alert |
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The Limited trim adds a load of features that shall fit all the features needed to make a truck pseudo luxury cabin in feel. The plush leather seats and a redesigned infotainment cluster that was revised in 2017 are some of the best in class infotainment technologically wise.
"The current-generation Ford F-350, like the smaller F-150, has an aluminum body to help reduce the truck's overall weight." - MotorTrend
With the class-leading engine, the 6.2L engine V8 roars and the revv alone shall be able to make a dominating presence on the road. Intimidating daunting and boastful are just some of the words that may do justice to this behemoth. The V8 produces a staggering 430 lb-ft of torque whilst juicing the 385 horses present under the hood. The only minor complaint is the lack of transmission options across the whole range.
|
Models |
Ford F-350 |
Dodge Ram 3500 |
Chevy Silverado 3500 HD |
GMC Sierra 3500 HD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
MSRP |
$37,920 |
$37,245 |
$41,890 |
$41,995 |
|
Engine |
6.2L 2-Valve SOHC EFI NA V8 |
5.7L V8 HEMI VVT |
6.0L V8 SFI |
6.0L V8 SFI |
|
Transmission |
6-Speed Automatic |
6-Speed Automatic |
6-Speed Automatic |
6-Speed Automatic |
|
Power |
385 hp |
383 hp |
360 hp |
360 hp |
|
Torque |
430 lb-ft |
400 lb-ft |
380 lb-ft |
380 lb-ft |
The triumphant winner of the best in class engine enjoys the pole position with only the Dodge coming close with 400 lb-ft of torque whilst having 2 fewer ponies to work with. The General Motor twins try to catch up but settle for a tie at the third position.
You do not judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree but in this metaphorical and slightly comical world, we often do that to justify a parameter, thus presented below are the 0-60 of tonne pickup trucks.
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Models |
Ford F-350 |
Dodge Ram 3500 |
Chevy Silverado 3500 HD |
GMC Sierra 3500 HD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
0-60 MPH |
8.2sec |
6.3 sec |
6.7 sec |
6.7 sec |
|
Quarter mile |
16.8 sec |
15.1 sec |
15.3 sec |
15.3 |
|
Engine |
6.2L |
5.7L |
6.0L |
6.0L |
|
Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year) |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
The strongest lugger sticks to its core job of pulling weight and falters when asked to run. We establish two things from this firstly if stuck in a post-apocalyptic countryside with a truckload of trucks (huehuehue) you know which one will rummage through debris the fastest.
With no official figures available and a good track record of all the companies, we expect them to be quite on par with each other. The big hauler's brake would size would be proportionate to the car.
|
Model |
Ford F-350 |
Dodge Ram 3500 |
Chevy Silverado 3500 HD |
GMC Sierra 3500 HD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brake Front(in) |
14.3Payload Capacity |
14.2 |
13.8 |
13.8 |
|
Brake Rear(in) |
14.3 |
14.1 |
14.1 |
14.1 |
|
Curb weight(lbs) |
6279 |
6421 |
6423 |
6423 |
|
60-0 MPH (ft.) |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
Eerily responsive yet light steering is what describes the car's driving experience. Nimble, surprisingly easy to handle and genre-defying more or less like a David Bowie album is what describes this heavy duty automotive.
The F 350 is a behemoth but in a much-refined package. This truck is more or less like a tamed mammoth that lives peacefully with its contemporaries but will switch to a dominating mode in a split second when provoked to do so.
Being a mammoth has its downsides, day today urban drivability is severely compromised and highway maneuverability isn't the easiest. Parking presents a whole new area of the problem that is partially solved by the Ford Driver Assist.
America's best selling truck falls embarrassingly short on this front and well there's no covering up for it.
|
Model |
Ford F-350 |
Dodge Ram 3500 |
Chevy Silverado 3500 HD |
GMC Sierra 3500 HD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Drive Train |
2WD |
2WD |
2WD |
2WD |
|
Power Train |
6.2L |
5.7L |
6.0L |
6.0L |
|
Weight (lbs) |
12700 |
17520 |
14600 |
14200 |
With the Dodge taking the cake on this one let's find out how all of them match each other in this competition.
The Silverado reigns supreme in this battle of the behemoths and emerges triumphant while the others look at it in awe. The Ford F 350 performs substantially low as compared to others.
|
Model |
Ford F-350 |
Dodge Ram 3500 |
Chevy Silverado 3500 HD |
GMC Sierra 3500 HD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
capacity (lbs) |
3870 |
4090 |
5761 |
4052 |
(Heavy Duty Trucks are not rated by the EPA)
"While the hard buttons are small and close together, most functions can be handled purely on screen through Ford's Sync 3 system. Knobs still control the climate control temperature and the sound system volume and tuning."-Edmunds
The plush seating shall suffice most people's desire and the 2nd-row being able to fit adults is a plus point. The spacious interiors constantly serve us the reminder that you don't need to spend 100k plus for a decent luxurious cabin space in a car.
|
Model |
Ford F-350 |
Dodge Ram 3500 |
Chevy Silverado 3500 HD |
GMC Sierra 3500 HD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger capacity |
6 |
5 |
6 |
6 |
|
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.) |
40.8/66.7/43.9 |
41.0/66.0/41.0 |
42.8/64.8/45.2 |
42.8/64.8/45.2 |
|
Rear (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.) |
40.4/65.9/33.5 |
39.9/65.7/43.3 |
40.5/64.3/40.9 |
40.5/64.3/40.9 |
The infotainment is miles ahead of its competition and features crisp graphics and instrument cluster that might be overwhelming at first but when accustomed make a lot more sense and are ergonomic too.
Aluminum body reduces overall weight, improving efficiency-edmunds.com
The longest and endowed with the largest wheelbase the F 350 looks more civil than its contemporaries. The driving is not the only trait that is attributed to the tameness of the truck. The looks also follow the same tame and lame looks but when you dig further you'll see the gem hidden underneath. As the saying goes "Nobody's found gold without getting their hands dirty".
|
Model |
Ford F-350 |
Dodge Ram 3500 |
Chevy Silverado 3500 HD |
GMC Sierra 3500 HD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
curb weight(lbs) |
6279 |
6421 |
6423 |
6423 |
|
Length(in) |
250.0 |
237.4 |
239.5 |
239.5 |
|
Width(in) |
80.0 |
79.4 |
80.5 |
80.5 |
|
Height(in) |
78.2 |
78.4 |
78.3 |
78.3 |
|
Ground clearance(in) |
8.5 |
7.3 |
8.5 |
8.5 |
|
Wheelbase(in) |
160.0 |
149.5 |
153.7 |
153.7 |
The lightest among its brethren the Ford does not let a couple of hundred pounds deter its towing capacity. This weight reduction is due to the body panels being made of aluminum rather than the traditional steel.
Longest in the class the Ford manages to have the most accommodating bed in this category.
|
Models |
Ford F-350 |
Dodge Ram 3500 |
Chevy Silverado 3500 HD |
GMC Sierra 3500 HD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Width (inch) |
50.5 |
66.4 |
51.0 |
51.0 |
|
Length (inch) |
81.9 |
76.3 |
78.8 |
78.8 |
Making a behemoth is a monumental task and takes a lot of things to make it a safe space, Ford leaves no stone unturned to make this happen and below are the
The IIHSA and NHTSA have not rated the 2018 Silverado yet.
The Ram pickup truck only outclasses the 11th gen F truck in hauling prowess but when we have look inside the Ram is the most disappointing of the four. Greeted with outdated interiors and ancient tech the Ram piques our interest but fails to grab our attention.
The better off one of the General Motors twins the Chevy Silverado gives its brethren/contemporaries a good run for the money. Edging past the 70-year-old truck in some aspects but as a whole falters for the pole position and gives it to the Henry Ford's brainchild.
The GMC makes up for the lackluster interiors in the Chevy twin but this is where all its advantages over the Chevy ends. Whilst being compared to the F 350 the GMC fails to surpass it but does certainly give it a tough fight for the crown.
The double cab variant might offer the 2nd row as to entertain a couple of kids but in a holistic view the Truck is a beast and the rear seating shall be able to accommodate medium-sized adults too. With 40 years on the pole position, there isn't a lot stopping the F-30 from winning even in 2020.
