2013 Ford F-250 Super Duty XLT

The F-250 is Ford's heavy-duty pickup, built for towing and hauling where a half-ton truck falls short. It drives with the solid, trucky feel you expect from a heavy-duty rig, and the steering is direct enough for a big pickup. Expect a firm ride when unladen, which is the trade-off for the payload and towing capability this truck is built for. The cabin is roomy and functional, with available crew cab space that genuinely fits three adults across the back seat. The XLT is the mid-grade trim, adding power windows and locks over the base XL while skipping the leather and upgraded stereo of the Lariat. Its 6.2L V8 makes 383 horsepower and 405 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic and four-wheel drive that gives you confident traction on job sites or slick roads. The XLT can be had with the FX4 Off-Road package, which adds skid plates and off-road-tuned shock absorbers for rougher terrain.