Jan 10, 2018

Does the 2018 Ford F-150 have a diesel option?

The Ford F-150 has been an extremely capable truck since it was first introduced in 1975. With recent improvements including the aluminum construction, it has only gotten better. In fact, just about the only thing that could improve it further would be the inclusion of a diesel engine option. Does the 2018 Ford F-150 have a diesel option? It does now, and we have all the details including its performance and capabilities.

2018 Ford F-150 diesel gauge cluster with rangePerformance of the F-150 Power Stroke Diesel

The diesel engine that this F-150 packs under the hood is a real monster. With 3.0 liters of displacement and a variable turbocharger, this engine is no slouch when it comes to power. At 250 horsepower and an astounding 440 pound-feet of torque, this F-150 can haul and save you money at the fuel pumps.

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Those numbers actually make the F-150 diesel the best-in-class diesel in terms of both horsepower and torque. When it comes to fuel-efficiency, this F-150 is expected to be even more impressive. The EPA numbers haven’t come out yet, but Ford is targeting an EPA-estimated highway rating of 30 mpg.

2018 Ford F-150 Power Stroke Diesel badge

Capability of the F-150 Power Stroke Diesel

Those power numbers are great, but they don’t mean much unless they translate into real capability. Lucky for you, the F-150 diesel delivers on that front. In terms of towing, the F-150 diesel has a best-in-class 11,400 pounds of capacity. That’s not all. When it comes to the payload, this F-150 can manage 2,020 pounds. Now that’s impressive.


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2018 Ford F-150 diesel under the hood

When will the Ford-F-150 diesel be available?

Your local Ford dealership can begin taking 2018 F-150 diesel orders as soon as mid-January. The first F-150 diesel models will begin arriving at dealerships this spring.

You can check the Holiday Ford F-150 inventory now to see if we have it in stock in Fond du Lac, WI. Our dealership is conveniently located off Interstate 41 making us a short drive from Beaver Dam, Slinger, and all points in between. We are Worth the Trip!

New F-150 Inventory in Fond du Lac