2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty XL

The 2023 F-250 Super Duty is Ford's heavy-duty pickup, built to tow and haul far beyond what a half-ton truck can manage. Despite its size, the F-250 steers with confidence, and the available camera systems make hitching and maneuvering far less stressful. The ride is firm when unloaded, which is the trade-off for the heavy springs and stout axle needed to handle big payloads. Cabins range from work-truck basic to genuinely upscale, with the Lariat adding leather and a large touchscreen. The Super Duty has a solid reputation for durability, though the diesel engine adds complexity that can mean higher upkeep costs. The XL is the base Super Duty, so you forgo leather and the big screen of the Lariat to save thousands, but you still get the same stout chassis and capable powertrain. This truck runs a 6.8L V8 backed by an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive, giving it strong low-end grunt for pulling heavy trailers right off idle.