Ford Diesel Trucks

Engine

The 2021 Ford Super Duty diesel trucks feature a 6.7-liter Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel engine. This diesel engine utilizes a 36,000-psi fuel-injection system to improve engine combustion, providing 475 horsepower and 1,050 lb-ft of torque, the largest amount of torque currently provided by any heavy-duty diesel truck on the market. One of the improvements for 2021 is a redesign of the electric-actuated variable-geometry turbocharger. This optimizes overall engine efficiency and throttle response, making for a smoother and more powerful drive. 

Transmission

The 2021 Ford Super Duty diesel trucks are paired with a TorqShift 10-speed automatic transmission with selectable drive modes. These extra gear speeds will give you greater control over engine performance with seamless integration between the Turbo Diesel and the TorqShift transmission. This transmission has been designed to improve engine torque production and features five different modes. Drivers can choose between normal, slippery, tow/haul, eco, and deep sand/snow to optimize performance in various driving conditions. 

Towing

When you buy a heavy-duty truck, you want to make sure that it has the strength to get the job done. Ford’s Super Duty trucks pride themselves on the ability to tow heavy trailers, and the 2021 Ford Super Duty trucks with the Turbo Diesel engines are real champions in this area. The diesel F-250 has a maximum towing capability of 22,800 pounds of trailer. The diesel F-350 goes even further, giving you the power to tow up to 35,750 pounds when properly equipped. If you need the most towing power possible, then the F-450 will give it to you with a maximum towing capacity of 37,000 pounds. 

Trim Breakdown

Choosing a 2021 Ford F-250 with the optional 6.7-liter Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel will add about $10,495 to the MSRP of the trim you choose. There are 7 different available trims on the F-250, with the XL as the base model. This model has an MSRP of $44,725 with the diesel engine. The 2021 diesel F-250 XLT adds color-coordinated carpet, a more advanced infotainment system, and cloth seats for an MSRP of $49,590. The F-250 XL and XLT are available in Regular Cab, Super Cab, and Crew Cab configurations.

The F-250 Lariat with a diesel engine has an MSRP of $57,705 and will give you a premium audio system and front leather seats. The Lariat is only available in Super Cab and Crew Cab designs. The diesel 2021 F-250 King Ranch adds a wireless charging pad, a navigation system, and heated and ventilated front leather seats with specialized King Ranch stitching for an MSRP of $70,090. The 2021 F-250 Platinum with the diesel engine has an MSRP of $76,010 and includes rain-sensing windshield wipers, a heated steering wheel, and trim unique leather seats.

The top trim F-250 Limited comes with the Turbo Diesel standard and has an MSRP of $84,190. It comes with the entire Ford Co-Pilot360 safety system, the Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System, a universal garage door opener, and unique two-tone leather seats standard to the trim level. The King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited trims are only available in Crew Cab.

Infotainment System

Every 2021 Ford F-250 comes equipped with the Ford Sync infotainment system. The base F-250 XL has the standard Sync system on a touchscreen with a 4-speaker audio system on Regular Cab models and a 6-speaker audio system on Super Cab and Crew Cab models. It also has a FordPass Connects 4G Wi-Fi modem so that you and your passengers can keep your devices connected to the Internet.

The 2021 F-250 XLT adds the Sync 3 system that combines vehicle information with entertainment functions on an 8-inch color touchscreen. This includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, Bluetooth connectivity, and SiriusXM satellite radio. The F-250 XLT also has a premium AM/FM stereo system with 5 speakers on Regular Cab and 7 speakers on Super Cab and Crew Cab. The F-250 Lariat, King Ranch, and Platinum trims add a 10-speaker B&O sound system by Bang & Olufsen, including a subwoofer. 

Safety Features

The 2021 Ford F-250 has many standard safety features as part of the Ford Co-Pilot360 technology. This includes a tailgate-mounted rear view camera, automatic high-beam headlights, a tire pressure monitoring system, and an SOS post-crash alert. The XLT trim adds a blind spot information system that has rear cross-traffic alert and trailer coverage. This is especially helpful if you plan to use your F-250 for a great deal of towing purposes.

Trim Breakdown

The 2021 Ford F-350 has seven different trims running from the base XL to the fully-loaded Limited. Choosing your F-350 with the 6.7-liter Power Stroke V-8 Turbo Diesel will increase the MSRP of the model you choose by $10,495. Therefore, the F-350 XL’s base MSRP will increase from $35,745 to $46,240 by adding the Turbo Diesel. The F-350 XL comes with the basic SYNC infotainment system, a standard audio system, black vinyl floor coverings, and vinyl seats. 

If you upgrade to the XLT trim, your MSRP will be $51,115. This will add the more advanced SYNC 3 infotainment system, a premium audio system, color-coordinated carpeting, and cloth seats. The Lariat trim adds more premium features like a B&O sound system and front leather seats for an MSRP of $59,230 with the diesel engine. The F-350 King Ranch takes a very Western approach to the Super Duty truck with premium leather seats bearing the King Ranch logo. It also has a charging pad for your devices. The F-350 King Ranch has an MSRP of $71,605 when diesel is chosen. 

The F-350 Platinum adds a heated leather steering wheel, leather seats, and rain-sensing windshield wipers. This trim with a diesel engine has an MSRP of $76,020. The top trim is the 2021 F-350 Limited with an MSRP of $85,365. The Turbo Diesel is standard on the Limited, as are the Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System, the entire lineup of active safety systems under the Ford Co-Pilot 360 Technology system, two-tone leather seats, and a universal garage door opener.

The 2021 Ford F-350 XL and XLT are available with Regular Cab, Super Cab, and Crew Cab configurations. The F-350 Lariat is available as either Crew Cab or Super Cab. The King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited trims are Crew Cab only.

Safety features

Ford has equipped the 2021 Ford F-350 with many standard safety features, including a tire pressure monitoring system, tailgate-mounted rear view camera, and automatic high beams, all as part of the Ford Co-Pilot 360 system. The 2021 F-350 Limited has the entire complement of Ford Co-Pilot active safety features. These include a rearview camera-center high-mounted stop lamp camera, the blind spot information system with cross-traffic alert and trailer coverage, and adaptive cruise control with forward collision warning and brake support. You will also have pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking and forward collision warning, adaptive steering, reverse sensing system, a 180/360-degree camera to improve coverage, and lane-keeping alert.

Infotainment system

Ford has pulled out the stops on its 2021 Ford F-350 diesel truck when it comes to infotainment. The base XL features the SYNC system with a touchscreen and a four-speaker stereo system on Regular Cab models that increases to 6 speakers on Super Cab and Crew Cab F-350 trucks. The F-350 XLT has the SYNC 3 system on an 8-inch color touchscreen that includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, SiriusXM satellite radio, and Bluetooth connectivity. The XLT also has a premium stereo system with 5 speakers on Regular Cab models and 7 speakers on Super Crew and Crew Cabs. 

The F-350 Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited trims add a premium Bang & Olufsen audio system with 10-speakers and a subwoofer. The King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited models also have a standard navigation system with SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link. This will allow you to locate areas of interest and get real-time updates on traffic and weather to get to your destination in an efficient and timely manner.