When Will the 2020 Ford F-150 Go on Sale?
Ford’s F-series of pickup trucks has been around for more than a century, and the model has been among the most popular vehicles for decades. The F-150 has been the best-selling truck in the United States for more than 40 years, and this model serves as the flagship for a broader series of trucks.
Owners love the F-150 for its power and durability, but you can also add many of the features and finishes to it that you’d find on luxury vehicles. The F-150 is versatile enough that it serves just as well as a work truck as it does as a status symbol to many people. If you’re in the market for a new Ford F-150, learn more about its features and different ways to find deals on this popular vehicle.
The 2020 Ford F-150
Ford launched the 2020 F-150 in late 2019, and it began arriving at dealerships shortly after the launch. It was available in both two-door and four-door models with multiple options. You can shop for several trim levels and configurations, including the XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum models, all of which boast different accessories, interiors and features to suit various needs. For example, while the XL is considered the base model, the 2020 version still comes with features like a backup camera and automatic high beams. The King Ranch edition, on the other hand, comes standard with heated, ventilated seating and ambient lighting.
Because of the variety of available options, the 2020 Ford F-150 models span a broad price range. A base model of the pickup initially cost around $29,000, and each upgrade or different configuration can increase the overall price, with the luxurious Limited model costing around $69,000. The 2020 F-150 is spacious and well-appointed, and you can choose from all sorts of premium options that enhance its performance or extravagance.
How to Find Deals on the 2020 F-150
If you spend a bit of time doing research, you can likely find a 2020 F-150 at a price point that works for you. Start by checking local dealerships. Drive around and look at them in person and see what’s available locally. Check the websites for nearby dealerships and broaden your search to a little farther away to see what’s available in other towns or cities. Be willing to negotiate, and try to get a lower price if you can. 2021 models will become more widely available, and you may find a dealership that’s looking to clear out its stock of 2020 trucks. Salespeople at these dealerships may be more willing to lower the price on the F-150 you have your eye on.
You can also look at nationwide retailers and online-only dealerships. Many of these websites offer their own financing and fair prices, and they make it easy to complete the transaction online. They also often have a large nationwide inventory to pull from, so you may find exactly what you want this way. Keep in mind that, if you do find a truck you like that’s across the country, you’ll need to look into having it shipped to your home. This can add several thousand dollars to the cost of getting your new truck.
Other Models in the Ford F-Series
The F-150 isn’t the only model in Ford’s F-Series of pickup trucks. From the early days of the F-Series, Ford has given various models a number, from the original F-1 to today’s range of trucks. These days, Ford combines all of the F-Series numbers above 150 in the “Super Duty” category. The 2020 Super Duty models include the F-250, F-350 and F-450.
As each model of the F-Series increases, the trucks gain larger and more powerful engines, and they also get more expensive the higher you go on the scale. The most expensive F-series model for 2020, the F-450 Platinum edition, has a suggested price that starts at over $80,000.
What Does the Future Hold for the F-150?
The 2021 Ford F-150 won’t be made available for sale at dealerships until late 2020, but you can go to Ford’s website and sign up to receive updates about its release, along with any other promotional and marketing materials the company sends out about news and other developments. Some details about features have been released already; for example, the 2021 models will feature onboard power centers with a variety of plugs to essentially allow you to use these trucks as portable generators. Of course, there’ll be some changes to the exterior, along with new camera features like trailer backup assistance. More details will become available as the trucks’ release date nears.
One of the biggest questions that looms over the future of the F-150 is whether Ford will release an all-electric version of the iconic pickup. Rumors of an electric F-Series model have popped up multiple times in recent years, and Ford’s recent investment in electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian suggests that the upstart company might have a hand in a future electric Ford truck. For now, no official announcements have been made.
