2020 Ford Super Duty | Review & Road Test
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- Опубликовано: 14 окт 2024
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To keep their popular heavy-duty truck selling like weighty, rugged hotcakes Ford updated the exterior, lightly tweaked the interior, overhauled the powertrain lineup, and ratcheted up the Super Duty’s capabilities.
Even amidst all the Limited fanciness, there’s a fair bit of hard plastic. Or at least more than you’d find in most other $88k vehicles. But if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that commenters do not want to hear me complain about a lack of sophistication in trucks. In that spirit, fellas, let’s ditch these seats for some milk crates. What your truck has seats in it? Well la-dee-dah.
The Crew Cab provides excellent passenger space, a large interior load floor, easy flip up rear seats, and a flip out storage box under the rear seats.
You can lock the seats in place making that box a secure storage hold.
While talking about the cabin let’s explore the many permutations of SuperDuty. Built atop a fully boxed steel frame there are regular, super, and crew cabs constructed of aluminum and available in increasingly capable F-250, F-350, and F-450 variants. The bed is also aluminum and comes in 6 and ¾ foot and 8-foot lengths. Naturally you can also select single or dual rear wheels. Where bed functionality is concerned there’s less innovation than we’ve seen among other manufacturers or even the F-150. There’s no multi-function tailgate, no bed rail cargo storage, no power closing tailgate.
Enough of that, let’s talk engines. The standard 6.2-liter V8 makes solid numbers (6.2L V8 385hp, 430 lb-ft) but for combusting gasoline we’re drawn to the abundant, linear power (7.3L V8 430hp, 475 lb-ft) of the optional 7.3L V8. Then again, we know the heavy-duty world is dominated by diesels, as found in our tester.
The diesel offers excellent drivability. Floor it and you might experience a brief pause but after that the diesel hauls…both literally and metaphorically.
Key to the diesel’s propulsive sophistication is the Super Duty’s 10-speed automatic transmission, which also teams with the 7.3-liter gas engine. Choose the base 6.2-liter and you’ll have 6 transmission ratios to work with. But back on task, the 10-speed transmission keeps the diesel in its happy rev range, delivering John Legend smooth shifts.
(6.7L V8 Diesel 475hp, 1,050 lb-ft) 475 horsepower is strong and, oh boy, that says 1,050 lb-ft doesn’t it?!?! Wow. That kind of torque allows for all sorts of best in class bragging rights…at least when this video was made. You know how truck makers are about topping each other. But as of right now as I’m saying these words the Super Duty boasts best-in-class towing and payload claims.
Max towing
Conventional: 24,200 lbs.
Gooseneck: 37,000 lbs.
Max payload: 7,850 lbs.
In our experience the Super Duty feels planted and confident while towing, and though you’re welcome to control the transmission, it does a fine job managing itself. On a related note, for downhill grades the diesel engine offers an exhaust braking feature. Just push this button on the dash, take your foot off the brake, and the big ‘ol Ford will use engine-braking to maintain its pace. Otherwise, when simply rolling down the road how does the Super Duty feel? Ride quality when unleaden is fine for the category though there is a fair bit of bounce on imperfect roadways.
For ultimate over the road comfort the RAM HD with its coil spring suspension has an edge.
What’s surprising to me is how manageable the Super Duty feels. Yeah, it’s big but visibility out is good plus this one has the adaptive steering option. Using an electric motor to supplement the hydraulic recirculating ball steering the system changes the steering ratio based on vehicle speed, making the SuperDuty unexpectedly agile when parking.
Ok, so no surprises but this truck drives like a truck. But for its intended role, the Super Duty works well, aided by some helpful technology. For example, Pro Trailer Backup Assist makes guiding a trailer rearward as simple as turning a knob, whether you’re towing a standard trailer, a fifth wheel, or a gooseneck.
Note, my favorite smart key access is reserved for the King Ranch and higher. Meaning you’ll have to spend at least $60-grand if you’d rather not reach into your pocket to unlock your truck. Of course, I don’t care. When I want to lock my truck, I just release a wolverine in the cab. What, your truck has door locks? Well, la-dee-dah.
If $60-grand seems like a lot, strap in. A loaded F-450 dually crew cab tops $92,000. Then again, that is a lot of truck and a lot of capability.
Painting with a broad brush, truck buyers are a loyal breed. The Ford Super Duty stands out as a well-rounded, heavy duty offering.
OC Standup: It integrates smart technology, is highly configurable, and it tows huge loads. If you need a serious truck, the Super Duty is seriously capable.
What would you tow with a Super Duty? Keeping in mind you only have 37,000 lbs to work with. 😃
ur mom, also first reply
I'd tow one of those cool Airstream trailers!
A project car
A Silverado
I would buy a loaded F250 as a daily driver and never tow anything.
There, I said it!
Good review. Although whoever suggested the la de dah thing be used more than once per video should be fired.
Indeed. Hella annoying
Hahaha. Yeah it's bad
yeah annoying
Fired and pay retroactively revoked!
That got old the first time he did it, it really sucked every time thereafter.
The things that Micah will do for our entertainment. That man deserves all the beers in the world.
Grumpy 🍻
I can see the KBB CGI budget was maxed out on that Wolverine! Love it!
Just blew our 2020 video budget. But it was worth it. 😎
Seats are something we sit on. So, it should be soft and comfortable. But plastics around the dash, storage areas and lower kick panels are something else. It's not about being "cheap" or unconcerned about quality. In general, soft materials are harder to clean and aren't as durable. Quality hard plastics will last and be much easier to clean. That's why many truck buyers don't have problems with hard plastics in their trucks. If you're not a truck person, there are many things you might not see or understand about a truck or truck buyer until you actual own and use your truck. In many ways, what's good in a truck is the exact opposite in a car. Ride, steering response, hard plastics, seat bolstering, etc. Take everything you understand about a car and flip it upside down. That's the truck world.
Ford F-250 owner
Love throwing my dirty gloves and hat on the dash knowing it's plastic. Easy to clean.
I DON'T do that in my wife's Lexus. She'd kill me.😁
Hard plastics scratch and crack easier than soft and warp in the sun.
"if you want to close the tailgate you actually have to lift it up" 😂
I drive a truck to do work, the day I can't lift a light aluminum tailgate is the day I don't need a truck anymore.
Oh, the humanity. Anyone who uses their truck seriously doesn't want a power tailgate
"Lah dee dah!" I'm gonna use that with my students.
*Me: "You can play Smoke on the Water? Well, 'lah dee dah!'"*
If people would start living within their means and only buy a vehicle they pay cash for, these new car prices would drop significantly. But no... the car makers know there are plenty of idiots who will go out and finance a car or truck for 60, 72, or God forbid 84 months so they keep raising the prices.
I'd finance it for 20 years if I could. I plan to keep it that long, so why not? Hehe.
P A - Unfortunately I doubt any 2020 model will last 20 years without a full transmission replacement and several other significant repairs along to way.
Ron Swanson exactly. I’ve had my ‘03 Silverado since 2005 (I only just got it in 2016, my grandad had it first). It’s close to 400,000 miles and it still runs like a dream and does it’s job nicely. My uncle’s 2016 Ford F-250 broke down after 5 months when he got it lol
Ron Swanson Older models were just built more simple and actually made to be reliable
@@ReaganThatcher My 01 7.3l F350 has lasted 20 years.
I skip any KBB review without Micah.. he’s so entertaining 👏🏼
We have to lift a tall gate not like that hasn’t been a thing for 70 years
We tow 4-wheelers, motorcycles, a camper and US! WE LOVE our F250 - would NEVER buy any other brand than Ford!!!
Oh, you actually like getting in your giant pickup Dukes of Hazzard style? Well laa-dee-dah! 😂😂Missed opportunity, Micah!
It's a Limited too. My entire favorite Ford truck trim of my dreams.
Uh oh, Micah’s voice is the only one (aside from myself obv) who can activate my Siri lol
Just a side note... LARIAT trims with the Ultimate Package get the keyless entry system
True, my lariat sport tremor has it
That's a good note. Thanks!
AND - that truck is GORGEOUS!
Howdy, great review as always and sorry I’m so late! Micah climbing in the door through the window was hilarious!😸😸
We have a 2020 F 450 and empty we are getting 18.5 mpg compared to our 2016 that got 13 6 mpg
Micha trolling everyone in the comments is life and I'm here for it!!
This is the truck I need to tow the fishing rig north for the summer. Power and road stability.🤗
LA DEE DA
The refreshed F250 looks so good seems now trucks are getting better added so much into interiors while exteriors are looking like top of the line cars love pickups they are great favorites are Titan, F150, F250 and Ram 1500s.
You climed through the window? Micah, you are not normal, and that is why I enjoy your channel.
how are these newer trucks, short tripping (6miles one way and 6 back) with keeping the egr and dpf intact daily driving them
Amazing Ford super duty model video well done 😊😊❤️❤️👍👍
I enjoyed the "La Dee Dah" truck humor.
Damn, KBB....I wish I could get my hands on 1 of these fine gems. You all must know the right people......my peoples know no peoples 😔. Nice vid tho!!!
There is no complaint at all about this super duty truck, and wow
Why are people always testing the highest trim? Someone do a god damn review of a single cab basic truck. I would never pay $85K for a truck unless it flies.
Soon .. very soon. Oh it'll be $185k. 😂
I would buy a super duty to make it a camper, and travel around
Ford and so many other auto manufacturers will be lucky to survive in the current landscape, these trucks are getting so far out of reach that the intended markets will never be able to afford them and that spells big problems long term.
Having come from a Lexus RX 350 with a pillow ride I wasn't ready for my Ford F-250 super duty ride. There are some roads when I'm traveling 605 70 mph and I hit up back in literally lifts off the ground and wants to change lanes. So much different than my Lexus ride.
Having said that the practicality of this truck how weighs any negative ride quality.
I've gotten used to it
At that price point, you may as well purchase a Peterbilt or Kenworth.
Nice truck but that's a load of cash...
Proudly built down south @ Kentucky Truck. These guys know that men who buy real trucks need American made Big Block V8's.
Except that the 7.3 is made in Canada and the 6.7 is made in Mexico and the 6.2 is not technically a true big-block, though it is made in Michigan.
Dave: Canada is classified as part of America, they have a similar truck culture out in the country and adore big blocks. I thought the 6.7 was made in Ohio. I know ford has an engine plant there that builds V8’s for big trucks. Maybe the production is distributed.
@@adithyaramachandran7427 ok but "American made" generally refers to something made in the United States rather than North America as a whole. Your choice of words confused me.
Kentucky truck plant builds great trucks.
The car looks absolutely awesome mainly because it's lifted😂. 4WD??
I'm sure Ford would update the rest of their pickup truck lineup to look like bigger versions of their best selling F-150 in the nearest future. And probably do the same to the Expedition/Expedition max while they're at it.
killed it as always!!!!!!
I like this vid and the one we’re you drove the ranger good stuff.ill take both please
1:50, I found it! The premiere of Mica's utterance of la-di-da (that’s the alternative spelling y’all). Found it just over a year later!😉 3:30, 9:00, 9:22, 9:44, 10:00.
That 26 MPG is that on the new 7.3 gas engine or on the powerstroke engine?
Diesel
Did they fix the death wobble yet?
Not manual hubs, auto hubs with manual override in case the 4x4 needs to be engaged and you can't roll ahead or back to let the auto hub engage properly.
Gonna be livin in a truck, down by the river!
Why is the screen so slow when dragging that marker around on the GPS that is like 2003 touch screen response
Did I laugh during this video? Well la-dee-dah
$92000 huh.
I know what I'm carjacking next.
La di dah
That is a beautiful rig!
Future truck man I’m working my ass off for this
Is the next Gen Super Duty arriving in 2022 or 2023?
I can go get a used Freightliner /Kenworth semi for 92k ... Hotshot truckers farmers etc I can see them using it in its full potential... But alot of times it's rich country folks I guess 😂... I seen somebody take 10 mins to park that thing at Walmart shit was funny af 😂...
Best episode yet, or should I say review. They're that good.
Thanks a ton!
I'm looking to get one next year for a truck camper but I dont know which one should I take btw F150, F250 and F350. I like F150 limited, it's just look small enough but I don't know if I can put the camper on and can it handle the camper weight or not. Please give me some advise.
@Auto Buildz I wish I can afford that. I already picked up F150 Lariat.
Love the reviews. Thorough but yet not too long. One thing though..please don't do the LA DE DA anymore.
i actually like it but wish he would use it a little less
Lariat has the touch-to-unlock feature
Ford needs to catch up to Ram on the interior quality front. And an 8" screen was a nice size, 5 years ago. My 2016 sonata had that. Today, you gotta go bigger
The_HBK_23 Most people don’t like bigger touchscreens bigger then 10 in
Lol why are people so into screens ?
Ram needs to catch up to ford, in sales
@@PCSPITTER4NY STRAIGHT LIKE THAT!!!!!
When will it stop? Go to Walmart and stick a 32" screen on the front dash? Come on it getting ridiculous.
KBB has the best reviews! Lol
This guy is goofy, but I love it.
That hard plastic won't go to shit any time. I'd go with the most base 7.3 430/475.
I'm a GM guy but the Ford is best in class power and mpg. It's the only real choice.
A beast on the street, i love it
Well laa dii daa ...
Not manual hubs auto or on. You do not have to touch them if the system works
Exterior wise it’s the best looking super duty since 1997. Interior wise it’s still stuck in the year 2010 as far as looks. Looks very basic, bulky and there’s nothing really comfortable about it. I will say all in all it still looks better than anything chevy has at the moment. Ram just has the better overall looking truck at the moment by leaps and bounds. Hell Rams from 4 years ago still look better than this lol.
Just this morning FORD stocks were downgraded to JUNK status by the S&P. Greedy and incompetent management has destroyed the company and the brand.
How’s the death wobble on the 2020’s ??
What can you tow anything you want. East bound and down.
Limited trim is super overrated. I work as a lot tech at ford and the platinum is more than luxurious for most people
I'm so glad KBB didn't have Lyn Woodward do this review
Tremor review please!!
I do want to listen about a lack of sophistication. RAM could do a luxurious truck so every one else can.
But does it have the death wobble?
Never had a problem!
They should ban theses trucks till they fix them properly. Someone soon will b getting killed.
Does it have death wobble option as well?
Death wobble is the dumbest thing ever. The death wobble comes from worn out steering components. This isn't from when a truck is brand new. This also happens to any vehicle! It is typically causer by hitting something hard or consistent abuse on beat up roads. Which again.... This can happen to any truck brand!
Blake Biellier one brand has independent front suspension. And that one has a small shake. And it dose happen to trucks with low mileage
Did you watch "Annie hall" recently?
Dose this one come with the death wobble?
2020 f250=death wobble😯
this truck is great with a trim limited for $ 83,930
not entirely sure why you fully review the limited lol but ok
Lost me when you crawled through a hundred thousand dollar truck window!
Lol my 2010 5.4 3v has the steps tie downs and lights 😅
Trim just cars about something that makes them look tuff to compensate for there mental issues. I'm look at how ridiculously high this thing is lifted. You need a ladder if you actually plan on using the bed.
Same thing for suv drivers, they only buy suvs because they’re scared to be seen in a minivan
Jesus soo much torque lol
Hopefully there isn’t a death wobble
Trucks are usually meh to me but I like this one for some reason
Fords ride rough in super duty atleast all ones I've driven. But that's fine because truck is made like a tank. I don't want Volkswagen bettle. As for features you always get what you pay for that goes for everything!
I wish tundra would have interior like this ,
Want to buy a top of the line Luxury Diesel truck (F250 Limited) that's $87 F****n' K? well La Dee Da!!!! LMAO 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️
*La Dee Dah!*
Good Car!
Any death wobble?
They using steel beds yet???
No one does anymore
Nice new dent lol
I really like the truck, but having to get out of the truck to lock in the hubs???? ...and this is a 2020 truck??? Sounds like the 80's.
Somebody misspelled micro suede
La deee daaaah challenge anyone?
Oh yes. Please make this a thing!
Kelley Blue Book .... as u wish lol 😄
Aluminum the whole save weight better mpg b.s. ...because they invest the lost weight elsewhere ehhh
ماشاء الله
The la de das annoyed the shit out of me. I won’t be returning.
I care about soft touch surfaces in all
Vehicles.👋🏼👋🏼👋🏼👋🏼👋🏼
What am I gonna say or how am I gonna start?
What a monster.
It has a real huge problem which sadly: THE PRICE.
😣😣😣
Sorry Ford, I can't afford to have that vehicle.
Aww man don’t hit the truck like that!
Engine braking should be a button on the steering column or a lever on the steering column. It shouldn't be on the dashboard- that's a lazy, cheap, and stupid design.