2015 Ford F-150 XL

The 2015 F-150 is Ford's full-size pickup, offered in XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, and Platinum trims, with regular, extended, and crew cab body styles. It competes head-to-head with the Chevrolet Silverado, Ram 1500, and Toyota Tundra in the half-ton truck segment. The F-150 drives with a composed, truck-like feel, and the EcoBoost engines deliver strong low-end torque for confident towing and acceleration. The ride is firm but well-controlled, and the cabin remains quiet at highway speeds, making long trips comfortable for passengers. The crew cab offers generous rear-seat space, and the fold-up rear seats create secure, lockable storage under the seat. The XL is the work-truck trim, so you get a vinyl floor and rubber mats instead of carpet, but it saves thousands over a Lariat. Its 3.5L V6 makes 282 horsepower and pairs with a six-speed automatic driving the rear wheels, which keeps it simple and returns 20 mpg combined. The base XL comes with a bench seat up front, so you can carry three adults across, and the vinyl floor is easy to hose out after a muddy job site.