The 2027 Ford F-150 offers a 3-liter base engine, V8 power in premium trims, and hands-free highway assistance while towing. Which upgrades are worth paying for? Start with the people and loads you carry. We would begin with an XLT SuperCrew, then compare the engine, towing package and everyday comforts. Here is how we would narrow the choice.
Available BlueCruise with towing supports equipped XLT, Tremor, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum trucks with an active plan or trial. It is especially useful for long highway trips with a boat or camper. The system supports trailers up to 10,000 pounds with the required towing equipment, or the truck’s lower limit. It works on eligible roads with a properly set trailer profile. Keep your eyes on the road and be ready to take control.
The 3.5-liter EcoBoost can tow up to 13,500 pounds with the required configuration and towing package. The 5-liter V8 can tow up to 12,800 pounds. With four-wheel drive, the 3-liter EcoBoost can tow up to 8,200 pounds, and PowerBoost up to 11,600. Choose the engine and towing package around your trailer, then check how passengers and cargo affect the truck’s payload.
Four-wheel-drive trucks with the 3.5-liter EcoBoost carry up to 2,175 pounds. PowerBoost carries up to 1,740. The door-jamb label gives the payload capacity of the truck you are buying. Consider a truck with a 1,700-pound payload. Five people weigh 750 pounds, cargo weighs 150, and added hitch equipment weighs 100. That leaves 700 pounds for trailer tongue weight. At a 12 percent tongue-weight share, that is about a 5,833-pound loaded trailer.
The 3-liter EcoBoost produces 325 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque. It is a sensible starting point for everyday driving and lighter towing. The 5-liter V8 produces 400 horsepower. The conventional 3.5-liter EcoBoost also makes 400 horsepower, with more torque. PowerBoost produces 430 horsepower and offers onboard electricity. For heavier towing, we would start with the conventional 3.5-liter EcoBoost.
XL is the work-focused starting point. STX adds an appearance focus. XLT is our versatile family-truck choice, and Lariat is worth considering for everyday comfort. King Ranch and Platinum include premium cabin equipment and offer a 5-liter V8. Choose one when you want that premium equipment included. The Carhartt XLT adds distinctive exterior and interior styling.
The base Tremor and Raptor versions focus spending on off-road hardware. Compare their convenience equipment with the higher equipment groups before choosing. The base Tremor has manual climate control, six-speaker audio and fixed rear glass. Heated front seats are not included. The base Raptor leaves out the heads-up display and the two-kilowatt onboard power system. Decide which comforts you want for daily use.
SuperCrew has 43.6 inches of rear legroom. SuperCab has 33.5. That extra space makes SuperCrew our choice for adults or growing children who ride in the back regularly. Front legroom is 43.9 inches across the cab styles. An XLT SuperCrew has the same legroom as a luxury SuperCrew. Moving up the trim ladder buys different seat materials and equipment.
SuperCab and SuperCrew seat six with a front bench, or five with front bucket seats and a center console. Regular Cab seats three. Raptor seats five. SuperCrew has 66 inches of rear shoulder room and 40.4 inches of rear headroom. For a family truck, bring your child seats, set the front seats for the adults, and check rear-seat installation and access.
The five-and-a-half-foot bed has a 67.1-inch floor. The six-and-a-half-foot bed stretches that to 78.9 inches. Regular Cab also offers an eight-foot bed. Choose the length your cargo needs, then measure your garage and try your usual parking spaces. For a family SuperCrew, we would start with the shorter bed unless the longer one solves a regular carrying need.
Start with XLT SuperCrew for family use and everyday versatility. Compare Lariat for more comfort. Choose a V8 King Ranch or Platinum when you want premium equipment included. For heavier towing, choose the right engine, tow package and payload capacity. The best F-150 for you has room for your passengers, capacity for your loads and features you enjoy using. Spend on those priorities first.
Compare the engines, passenger space, towing capacity and equipment that make the biggest difference in daily use.
The 2027 Ford F-150 gives shoppers plenty to sort through: a 3L EcoBoost base engine, a V8 choice in the premium trims, new lower-entry off-road configurations and available hands-free highway assistance while towing. None of that makes the highest trim the automatic best choice.
Choose the cab for your passengers, the engine for your loads, and the trim for the equipment you will use. The comparison charts below make those choices easier.
2027 F-150 trims: choose a purpose before a badge
We would begin a family-truck search with XLT SuperCrew. It is the sensible place to price the features that matter without immediately committing to a premium interior. Lariat belongs on the shortlist when comfort is central to daily use. King Ranch and Platinum now deserve another look from buyers who want a V8 and a premium cabin together.
For the 2027 off-road trims, compare equipment groups carefully. Ford’s new entry Tremor and Raptor versions reduce comfort equipment to create a lower entry point. That can be a good trade if the off-road hardware is the point; it is less compelling if you immediately miss the conveniences you gave up.
2027 F-150 trims: choose a purpose before a badge
2027 trim
Who should shop it?
Features to compare
XL
Work-truck and simpler-build buyers
3L EcoBoost base engine; available V8
STX
Buyers prioritizing style and selected options
Appearance-focused equipment and engine choices
XLT
Family and mixed work/personal use
Revised grille/wheels; Carhartt package; towing mode on equipped BlueCruise trucks
Lariat
Daily comfort and road trips
Refreshed exterior and available BlueCruise with towing
Tremor
Off-road recreation and work
New STX-based entry configuration with fewer comfort features
BlueCruise with towing is worth considering for frequent highway trailer trips. King Ranch and Platinum combine a V8 option with premium cabin equipment. The Carhartt package adds its own exterior and interior styling.
The 2027 features worth a closer look
2027 feature
Availability
Our buying take
BlueCruise with towing
Equipped XLT, Tremor, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum; active plan/trial
Investigate it if long highway trailer trips are routine
5L V8 in premium trims
Returns to King Ranch and Platinum
A direct answer for premium-cabin buyers who prefer a V8
Carhartt package
XLT 4x4 SuperCrew
Choose the style and interior because you want them
New grilles and wheels
Select XLT, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum models
An appearance decision rather than a capability number
Entry Tremor
Manual A/C, no heated front seats, six-speaker audio and fixed rear glass
Check what you give up to get the lower entry configuration
Entry Raptor
Base version omits the heads-up display, power passenger seat and other amenities
Compare equipment, not just the Raptor badge
2027 engine comparison: 3L, V8, EcoBoost or PowerBoost?
The 3L EcoBoost gasoline V6 produces 325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque, with peak torque at 2,250 rpm. It is a practical starting point for everyday driving and lighter towing.
The 3.5L EcoBoost is our choice for heavier towing. The 5L V8 delivers 400 horsepower and is available in King Ranch and Platinum for buyers who want V8 power with premium equipment included. PowerBoost combines a gasoline engine and electric motor without plug-in charging, plus available 2.4- or 7.2-kW Pro Power Onboard.
2027 engine comparison: 3L, V8, EcoBoost or PowerBoost?
2027 engine
Horsepower
Torque
Where it makes sense
3L EcoBoost V6
325 hp
400 lb-ft
Everyday truck use; new base engine
5L V8
400 hp
410 lb-ft
V8 preference, including King Ranch and Platinum
3.5L EcoBoost V6
400 hp
500 lb-ft
Higher conventional towing requirements
3.5L PowerBoost hybrid
430 hp
570 lb-ft
Hybrid use and available onboard electricity
High-output 3.5L EcoBoost
450 hp
510 lb-ft
Raptor
Supercharged 5.2L V8
720 hp
640 lb-ft
Raptor R
Power and capacity ratings depend on equipment. Raptor engine outputs use premium fuel.
2027 legroom: SuperCrew wins the rear-seat comparison
SuperCrew provides 43.6 inches of rear legroom, compared with 33.5 inches in SuperCab. That extra 10.1 inches makes SuperCrew our choice for regular rear passengers.
An XLT SuperCrew is not a smaller passenger compartment than a Lariat SuperCrew. Choose the cab first; then decide whether seat materials, comfort features and the console are worth the extra money.
2027 legroom: SuperCrew wins the rear-seat comparison
2027 cab
Front legroom
Rear legroom
Best use
Regular Cab
43.9 in
No rear row
Front passengers and work-truck cargo needs
SuperCab
43.9 in
33.5 in
Occasional rear-seat use
SuperCrew
43.9 in
43.6 in
Regular rear passengers and families
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2027 rear legroom
2027 Ford F-150 photography and rear-legroom comparison
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Passenger space: match the seats to the people
SuperCab and SuperCrew seat six with a front bench or five with front bucket seats and a center console. Regular Cab seats three. Raptor seats five.
For a family truck, bring your child seats and check installation, rear-door access and step-in height. Set the front seats for the adults, then try the rear seats.
Passenger space: match the seats to the people
2027 cab
Seats
Front headroom
Rear headroom
Rear shoulder room
Regular Cab
3
40.8 in
—
—
SuperCab
5 or 6
40.8 in
40.3 in
66.1 in
SuperCrew
5 or 6
40.8 in
40.4 in
66.0 in
Raptor SuperCrew
5
40.8 in
40.4 in
65.8 in
SuperCab and SuperCrew: six with a front bench; five with front bucket seats.
2027 towing capacity: the engine is only the beginning
The 3.5L EcoBoost SuperCrew 4x4 can tow up to 13,500 pounds with a 6.5-foot bed and the required towing equipment. The V8 reaches up to 12,800 pounds.
Choose the engine and towing package around your trailer. The 3L EcoBoost handles lighter towing, while the 3.5L EcoBoost offers the highest capacity.
2027 towing capacity: the engine is only the beginning
Engine
4x2: up to
4x4: up to
3L EcoBoost
8,400 lb
8,200 lb
5L V8
12,800 lb
12,800 lb
3.5L EcoBoost
13,300 lb
13,500 lb
PowerBoost hybrid
12,400 lb
11,600 lb
Raptor high-output V6
Not offered
8,200 lb
Raptor R V8
Not offered
8,700 lb
Maximum ratings require the specified configuration and towing equipment.
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2027 towing capacity · 4x4 · up to
2027 towing capacity: the engine is only the beginning
Which trim fits your towing and hauling needs?
For a family truck that also pulls a trailer, start with XLT and choose the engine and towing package around your load. Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum add comfort equipment; their extra equipment also affects payload.
Which trim fits your towing and hauling needs?
Trim / buyer
Capability to consider
Shopping priority
XL / STX
3L EcoBoost or 5L V8
Cab, bed length and carrying capacity
XLT
3.5L EcoBoost for heavier towing
Room for passengers, gear and trailer tongue weight
Lariat
V8, EcoBoost or PowerBoost
Everyday comfort and the right tow package
King Ranch / Platinum
5L V8 towing: up to 12,800 lb
Premium equipment included
Tremor / Raptor
Off-road suspension and traction equipment
Trail capability and the specific truck’s tow rating
Towing and payload vary by engine, cab, bed and equipment.
2027 payload: why the family’s load changes the answer
Payload pays for everything the truck carries: occupants, luggage, tools, accessories added after the rating and the trailer’s tongue load. A powerful engine cannot make those pounds disappear.
The 3.5L EcoBoost carries up to 2,440 pounds in 4x2 form and up to 2,175 pounds with 4x4. Use the door-jamb payload label to compare individual trucks.
2027 payload: why the family’s load changes the answer
Engine
4x2 payload: up to
4x4 payload: up to
3L EcoBoost
1,755 lb
1,700 lb
5L V8
2,235 lb
2,080 lb
3.5L EcoBoost
2,440 lb
2,175 lb
PowerBoost hybrid
2,045 lb
1,740 lb
Raptor high-output V6
—
1,405 lb
Raptor R V8
—
1,410 lb
Payload varies by configuration and equipment; the door-jamb label gives the truck’s capacity.
2027 payload · 4x4 · up to
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2027 Ford F-150 payload comparison and King Ranch photography
A 1,700-pound payload label can change your trailer plans
Consider a hypothetical truck with a 1,700-pound payload label. Five occupants total 750 pounds, cargo adds 150, and added hitch/accessory equipment uses 100. You have 700 pounds left for tongue load.
At a 12% tongue-weight share, 700 pounds corresponds to a loaded trailer weighing about 5,833 pounds. Use the trailer’s recommended loading and stay within the truck, axle and hitch ratings.
A 1,700-pound payload label can change your trailer plans
Illustrative load
Weight
Door-label payload
1,700 lb
Five occupants
−750 lb
Cargo
−150 lb
Added hitch/accessories
−100 lb
Remaining tongue-load allowance
700 lb
Loaded trailer at illustrative 12%
About 5,833 lb
Illustrative load calculation.
BlueCruise with towing: useful assistance, a different weight limit
BlueCruise with towing provides hands-free highway assistance on equipped XLT, Tremor, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum trucks with an active plan or trial.
It supports trailers up to 10,000 pounds with the required towing equipment, or the truck’s lower limit. The driver must watch the road and be ready to take control.
BlueCruise with towing: useful assistance, a different weight limit
Question
2027 answer
Which trims?
Equipped XLT, Tremor, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum
Subscription requirement
Active BlueCruise plan or trial; no separate towing-feature fee with an active plan
Highest feature weight ceiling
Up to 10,000 lb with Tow/Haul and Max Tow Axle; lower truck limit wins
Trailer setup
Eligible trailer and an accurate profile; type, size and weight restrictions apply
Driver responsibility
Watch the road and remain ready to take control
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Bed and parking space: the last decision can affect every day
For a family SuperCrew, the short bed is our starting point. The longer bed is worth selecting when its additional floor space solves a real carrying need. On a 4x4 SuperCrew, going from the 5.5-foot to the 6.5-foot bed increases overall length from 232.0 to 243.9 inches.
That is almost another foot to park. Measure your space and think about the loads you carry frequently, not the single oversized item you might move once.
Bed and parking space: the last decision can affect every day
2027 bed
Inside floor length
Cargo volume
Cab-shopping context
5.5 ft
67.1 in
52.8 cu ft
Common SuperCrew choice
6.5 ft
78.9 in
62.3 cu ft
Available Regular Cab, SuperCab and SuperCrew configurations
8 ft
97.6 in
77.4 cu ft
Regular Cab work-truck choice
Width between wheelhouses: 50.6 inches. Raptor short-bed floor: 67.2 inches.
Our 2027 F-150 shortlist
Start with the cab, towing needs and payload. Then choose the comfort and technology you will use every day. King Ranch and Platinum are worth considering when you want premium equipment included.
Our 2027 F-150 shortlist
Buyer
Our starting point
Reason
Family and mixed use
XLT SuperCrew
Rear space and selected useful equipment
Long days driving
Lariat SuperCrew
Comfort should earn its cost through use
Frequent highway towing
Correctly equipped 3.5L EcoBoost; evaluate BlueCruise with towing
Separate truck capability from feature limits
V8 and premium equipment
King Ranch or Platinum with 5L V8
Premium cabin equipment included
Off-road use on a budget
Entry Tremor, after checking omissions
Hardware may matter more than the deleted comforts
Power away from an outlet
PowerBoost with the specified output option
Choose the onboard-power output you need
Questions buyers ask
Is the 2027 F-150 3L engine a diesel?
No. The 3L EcoBoost is a gasoline V6 with 325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque.
Can I get a 2027 King Ranch or Platinum with a V8?
Yes. The 5L V8 is available in both King Ranch and Platinum.
What is the 2027 F-150 maximum towing capacity?
Up to 13,500 pounds with a 3.5L EcoBoost SuperCrew 4x4, 6.5-foot bed and the required towing equipment.
Which 2027 F-150 has the most rear legroom?
SuperCrew provides 43.6 inches, versus 33.5 in SuperCab. The cabin choice matters more to rear legroom than XLT versus Lariat.
Does every XLT get BlueCruise with towing?
No. The truck must be BlueCruise-equipped and have an active plan or trial, plus meet road, trailer and configuration requirements.
Does a more expensive trim carry more payload?
Not automatically. The actual configuration and door label control; additional equipment can use carrying capacity.
