Popular Ford Half-Ton Truck - 2020 Ford F-150 XL, STX Package Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ส.ค. 2024
- In this review, we get a chance to check out a 2020 Ford F-150 XL, one of Ford's most popular trucks. It is a base level XL actually with a upfitted STX package in a great magna red color. Check out what the average consumer is buying and seeing the differences between this Ford F-150 and the higher trims. A big thank you to Fremont Motor Scottsbluff for loaning us this truck - www.fremontsco...
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I prefer the key and column shifter over the newer electronic stuff
Well to be fair that column shifter is still completely electronic these days. Nothing old school about it really because it is still just running a sensor to tell a computer what to do just like all the newer style shifters. That said I still like a column shifter myself over a damnable console shifter because I don’t need a shifter near my leg unless it is a manual. Column, rotary, or button are all fine with me. Just don’t want a console shifter. As far as the key situation goes, I owned a 2016 Ram 1500 Limited that had a push button start and that was fine too. Was nice to not need to fish a key out of my pocket but meh, could take it or leave it really
True less stuff to worry about breaking down when you have a lot of electronic stuff
@@35nomoon idk, I'm starting to think the electronics outlast the mechanical parts.
I have a 2018 F-150 and a 2019 F-250 both in this same STX trim package. This is a total slam dunk by Ford. I think the market has been craving a truck with options like this for a long time. It's an incredible 'bang for the buck'.
Definitely seems like it! Thanks for sharing.
Lol except the dampened tailgate.
I have a 2018 STX...took me forever but I found one with the 3.5 eb, max tow package (I have a 7000lb travel trailer) and the extendable tow mirrors. I absolutely love it. For a "base model" truck, I sure get a ton of compliments on it. I especially like the design of the grill and the 20 inch rims. It may not have all the bells and whistles that a Lariat or higher has, but it has enough to satisfy someone like me who can only afford heated seats and remote start for his wife's car.
Very cool! Glad you enjoy your truck!
Hey that’s awesome. I have the same truck and Ford has a app you can remote start your truck. I got it and it works great for free.
What type of gas mileage are you getting while towing ?
@@79dogface well depends on the terrain. Flat with some hills about 8 to 12. Mountains, plains and windy areas 5 lol. But that’s 7000 lbs. I would suggest not going over that to tow safely.
@@Ganggreenbmx does ur key fob have the remote start button or can u remote start it with app even with out that feature on your key fob
All trucks have a dampened tail gate. It's called, hold on to the tail gate.
LOL. Right.
OEM damper can be added for around $60 in parts.There are cheaper options aftermarket, but don't look as nice.
See: th-cam.com/video/lP9htoUeabU/w-d-xo.html
I call it Let’er Fall.
Tail gate dampener is dumb. Just makes it harder to lift. I added a tailgate spring so I can lift it while carrying tools.
If you have little kids, the tailgate dampiner is a must. Imagine the tailgate slipping out of your hands and hitting your child. Also it's nice for hunting and not having the tailgate slamming at your hunting spot. The oem factory one is cheap and easy to install and is fully hidden.
For $25 and 10 minutes to install you can fix the tailgate issue. Several aftermarket companies make tailgate assists. I’ve dine this on both of my F150s.
Kyle Ross bought one for mine. Works great!
I got the 2019 stx. I wasn't happy about the price but it was definitely worth it now that I look back on it. You get a lot of room for you and your family. The engine is awesome. Fast, strong, and the twin turbo noise is sooo nice on the ears. I know it's a lower level trim but I still get a lot of compliments and it definitely makes me feel good to hear that.
I've got the 2017 STX Supercab version which I love. My STX packages came with running boards and front and backseat 110v outlets and 6'5" bed. I insisted for a sprayed in bed liner added and the dealer included that at no additional cost. For the record I don't drop the tailgate , I open it slowly!
We've got the 2018 model of your truck with the 5.0 and we love it.
I wish more people would do the every man's truck not the truck's 5-10 percent of people can afford. I'm an SR5 kinda guy 👍
I wish I could get my hands on more lower trim trucks. If this works, the dealer says he has a white, XL with an 8 foot bed on order he’d let me review.
Statistics put the average price of pickups in leather trims price range. I agree with you. I buy trucks like how this one is equipped.
$45,000 is an everyday truck! Please! That's crazy.
@@richardkafka5625 Nobody pays MSRP. Ford's best incentives are on the STX and XLT trims. You can find this truck for around $32-34K, which is a heck of a lot of vehicle for that amount of money.
Same
A co worker of mine just got one exactly like that one. He loves it.
I honestly love the XL STX a lot more than the XLT. No need for the fluff. Just want a TRUCK not a car. Wish I seen more 4x4 5.0 long beds though. Salesman think I’m crazy when I say I want a XL STX long bed V8.
Got a 17 stx with 5.0 and 4x4
@don wilson I've seen crew cabs but I prefer the extra bedspace so I got a supercab. I love leather seats but you can't alway get what ya want. Its shadow black so the handles and grill look better for an xl
@don wilson Yes sir. Black is definitely a lot of work. But when she's clean she's is a looker that's for sure.
@don wilson and the wheels are the stock 20" STX wheels
Back in in 2016 i bought a xlt 2015 model crew cab long box (6.5ft for half ton crews) ad it has V8 not very common but i found one. Though no 4wd. Certainly a compromise but ive managed so far.
Thanks for mentioning the rear AC vents. The 6 seater version of that truck still does not have rear ac!!!!!!! Crazy! The stx package is a very practical option in my opinion. I would say the competitor to this truck is the Chevy Silverado Custom. I think a column shifter is ideal for all pickup trucks as it makes the center console space more useable.
Rear ac vent mention was strictly for you!
Hola,, I have one 2016 lithium gray with 2.7 ecoboost..and have been a great truck with ZERO problems NADA,,NONE..even the roads here in Puerto Rico sucks..no suspension problem either..other than the recalls..excelent 2.7 gas mileage and trust me I use the truck a lot... did FEMA house inspections after hurricane Maria all over the island and NO problems., for the tail gate get the aftermarket damper.. good video Tom..
Thanks!
Your are one of the few.
2017 xl f150 70,000 miles
Had to replace the radiator and the transmission....$8400.00
Chris you may have the wrong person..I posted never had an issue with my 2016 f150.. regards!!
Thoughts on the motor? 2.7 sounds ridiculous in a big truck like this
If you can’t keep that aluminum tailgate from slamming down with one hand you shouldn’t be driving a pickup truck.
Edwar, don't be a Dickson. He is doing a review and that's his opinion.
What a macho man we have here y'all..... Chill..........
@@rodman1163but he knew how it worked. I have the same truck and wouldn’t let it slam like that. The wiring for the backup camera goes through the tailgate.
I have a 2020 STX with the 2.7 and 3.55 rear. Love the truck and it has a ton of power. Most of all it is very comfortable on long trips and has all the features I need and use and none I don’t. Ford hit it home!
The STX is the best package.
The appearance alone looks better than any other trim in the front
@@stevenshorts555 I think the Platinum looks the best but its so expensive.
I agree, I’ve had two f150 stx. A 05 and now a 2020. Thankfully my 2020 has the center console and bucket seats up front.
STX is bang for the buck and it looks sporty!! 🇺🇸
I got a 2019 f150 with the stx package and 2.7l ecoboost I love it so far. 7k miles at the moment. Fuel milage is 16 in the city for me most of the time. Freeway I've gotten 22 so far.
I appreciate the base model reviews. Entry level trucks have a ton of features and provide a better value for the buck.
Agreed!
Bought a 2019 STX supercab with the 2.7 back in July of 2019. 8K miles so far, and still loving it. Ended up swapping out the stock halogen hi/low beams for LED lights. Made a world of difference in how it looks. The dingy stock halogens were just plain awful. Kind of sad that you have to step all the way up to a Lariat to get the stock LED headlamps.
The 2.7 is a blast to drive in sport mode. The 10-speed is mated very well to the truck, as it always seems to be in the right gear, and is very quick to kick down several gears when needed. I've been averaging about 20-21 mpg with 80/20 highway/city driving. The truck has seen nothing but 93 octane (except for the initial tank of 87 that the dealer put in it).
As far as price, mine was listed at a little over $42000, but I was able to get $9000 knocked off of that between rebates and a direct offer from Ford.
I suspect this is a low 40s truck. Thanks for sharing on your truck. Always interesting to hear what you guys are really getting out of your trucks for MPG and overall enjoyment.
jrite77 what brand of LED did you get? Looking for set for 2018 XLT SPORT. Stock lights are brutal, 100% agree.
@@habsfan9693 For the low beams I installed CSP mini LED headlightrevolution.com/2018-ford-f-150-csp-mini-led-low-beam/
For the high beams I installed SV4 LED headlightrevolution.com/2018-ford-f-150-sv-4-led-high-beam/
Haven't messed with the fog lights yet, but the high/lows made a world of difference.
$45k for a basic half-ton with a basic engine? Guess my 21 year truck will live on.
That is sticker price. Mine was a $45k sticker but I got it for $34.5K plus tax. That's pretty standard from most good dealers around me. When you figure inflation, this is a pretty darn good price.
I paid 30k for my new SCREW. They were 29k during truck month.
An F-350 XL FX4 Super Cab with the 7.3 was $42k; it is an excellent truck.
I got a 2017, and the prices have jumped violently just in these 3 years. Ill probably have the same truck in 2030 lol.
it's a 2.7L twin turbo V6 and is faster then the V8 bro.
4 yr old video, but just bought this same truck same color. 17K miles. Thing is brand new. $34k. darker interior with darker seats. Also have the step in the tailgate. Love this truck so far. Like the column shifter frees up a lot of room on console.
Different packages for the STX. Mine is nothing like this one. Full front bench seat with fold down console.
I recently picked up a 2019 F150 XLT 3.5L Ecoboost SuperCrew 4x4 with a $53,245 MSRP for $38,975. Super great bargain.
Damn, that's quite the drop in price!
I very much appreciate you noting the differences in trim level. 👍🏼I’m in the purchasing process now and most reviews and articles focus on the highest level of trim.
Bought my ‘18 brand new! I still love it! No issues at all! Looking forward for my 250 in the next couple years.
I have a 2018 too, crew cab, STX Magma Red. Very happy with it.
I had a 2014 F150 5.0L XLT with the Canadian XTR package. With the offroad package. It had 3.73 rear diff, Elocker skidd plates. It had all the hardware of the FX4 package without a badge. It also had the HID package. So from a distance this truck looked at lot like a platinum. But bench seats , no console. In order to get the same equipment in 2019 I would have had to get a Lariat trim. I ended up with a 2019 Chevy LT Trail Boss.
Good stuff. Thanks!
I bought a 2019 STX supercab in Dec. sticker was 41k, with dealer cash, incentives, and a little give on part of the dealer I drove out at 30.5k including tax & tags. It was one of only two 2019 STXs left. It’s 2WD and gas mileage has been pretty close to EPA estimates after 3000 miles. So far so good. I’ve owned a 71 & 76 F100 & a 96 F150 supercab XL with 300 I6/5spd. It’s amazing how far these trucks have come.
Good deal for sure!
I love the column shifter yesssss. and a key to start! these are classics that is a shame to lose in other trucks!
I own almost this exact truck. Mine is a 2020 F150 STX Crew Cab with the 5.0. Magnetic Color, also i have the factory ford running boards. Absolutely love it. Owned it 3 years now and not a single issue. Fuel economy is ok, but you don't by a 1/2 ton truck for fuel economy. I haul my camper and boat with mine with ease. I live in WV so we get some snow, i never second guess going out into a snow storm. Hauls my entire family with my dogs comfortably. Honestly I don't know how I have went this long without a truck. All in all, if your looking for a 1/2 ton truck, you cant go wrong with the F150.
I have the 2018 version of that truck right down to the color. My truck have the tow package with Protrailer assist which I love!!!! I have owned the truck for a year and a half and without a doubt the best vehicle we have ever owned. Has plenty of power, gets 19mpg city and 23mpg on the highway at 72mph. I tow a 2,000 lbs bass boat and you don’t know it’s back there. They only downside for us, no remote start. A $41,000 vehicle and no remote start, my only complaint. And if you use sport mode hold on, the damn thing flys!!!!! I have literally left Mustangs in the dust with my truck. Only did it twice, I baby it. 6,000 miles on oil and has burned a drop. Great vehicle, Ford knocked it out of the park with this model.
Thanks for sharing. It is damn quick and I never thought about engaging sport mode.
I prefer high quality after market auto starts. They have longer ranges. Brands like Viper & Astro Start (owned now by the same company). Good installer is a key. I go with my truck dealer then they have to fix either way. Auto start or truck issue.
Down load the Ford pass app if able to use it and see if it has remote start built into with the sync 3. My 2020 xl stx package has remote start with the ford pass app. Might want to give it a try.
STX has been the best value F-150 offered for by Ford for the better part of the last decade. It used to be it’s own trim at one time but is now a package added to the XL model. Gives you all you need. Thanks for reviewing the every man’s truck.
Thanks for watching. Dealer thought I was a bit crazy asking for this model. I told him I see top trims all the time and really just wanted a lower trim.
Pickup Truck Plus SUV Talk Everyone loves the tech and safety features but as you pointed out, these trucks are being priced out of reach of the middle class. My lease on my Escape is up in six months and I’d really like to buy this time. I would love a full size truck but it just seems out of reach. I am also looking at a Tundra Double Cab SR5 with TRD pkg. About same price as what you just test drove. Now I can compare them. Thanks again for the great works always.
Just bought same truck just black. With the employees discount and all the incentives walked out at about 38000 love the truck can’t beat it these days
I bought mine today and it comes in tomorrow with the run board and the bedlining 😄!
Sweet! Congrats.
I always prefer the standard trim level. I can customize any way I want later. Tailgate dampening is like $25 to do yourself. Most amenities on higher trims are fluff imo...
yup, also people tend to complain about not enough USB's but those are cheap and easy to add.
@@CoelhoSports Lol....yeah....
@Jason Keeling 😂😂😂....that's hysterical. Ford guys don't call their lariat's, lariat's. But it's funny that Gm guys do that. The Denali trim goes across multiple vehicles...lol. .
@Jason Keeling Haha...I troll like that all the time. It's fun....😂.... I will keep the Denali one is mind if I come across a knucklehead doing that... I ripped on one guy for calling a Silverado...SilverRAYdo....😂😂😂....
I have an STX and I love it. FYI mine does have the step in the tailgate. I love the keyed ignition and column shifter. I specifically requested it and refused push start and center shifter. Maybe I'm a little old school but I bought a truck not an SUV or sudan, if I wanted push start I would have bought the Explorer for about the same price I paid for the truck. The higher packages had things I don't care for. The STX has just enough extras and I can customize my truck with all the other things I want as I decide I want it so why pay extra for the things. FYI I'm a 5'2" tall female and what really sold me on getting the XL STX over stepping up to the XLT was the higher seat allowed me to see over the hood enough to be comfortable.
I have 2018 one. It awesome. Tows max 7600 lbs in that configuration
I have a feeling this channel is going to get big.
Man, I hope so.
One thing for you is good at is the V8 coyote, I remember my buddy game is brand new EcoBoost when they first came out and I still remember how much money he paid out when he didn't buy the extended warranty on that damn thing I'm going to get the truck I would never go with a EcoBoost stick with the classic V8. I would definitely prefer this vehicle and a coyote!
The new coyote V8s have oil consumption issues.
Years ago your statement was true. Now the 2018+ 5.0 has problems and the eco's are great if you take care of them.
Back up cameras became required on any vehicle made manufactured after 2018.
Yep. I missed that. Good catch!
I just added a DeeZee tail gate assist. 20$ modification. Took 5 minutes to install. Now I have a soft open tail gate. No problems
You can find this $45k truck for about $35k without too much difficulty, which I think is pretty reasonable. It has everything you need. Bells and whistles are fun but I don't miss them at all in a truck.
Hi Tim,
Thanks for sharing this trim level,
It’s a nice looking pickup I totally agree with you,
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching as usual!
The STX package is a great value, has what you need and gets the job done. The nice black grill and nice wheels really make the truck luck sharp. I feel like GM penalizes you if you go with a cheaper trim by giving you a cheap looking grill and spare tire looking wheels. Add all the Ford incentives for anything and everything and you end up with a truck in the mid to high 30’s. By the way that 2.7 is no slouch. I can see why they are popular. I wouldn’t own one.
I’m very impressed with the V6 2.7 liter twin turbo with the 10 spd. automatic!! Surprisingly strong…I towed a mid size ford suv with a uhual vehicle transport trailer with ease with four ppl total!! 🇺🇸
I have a 1970 F-100. The tail gate has been slamming open for 52 years without issue. It's a feature that reminds you that you're actually driving a truck.
I Just bought the same exact truck. Looking forward driving it. My first ford since 96 a super cab 302 5spd. Definitely a good truck
I was shopping for a XL/STX truck until I realized the discounts on the 302A package XLTs are far better. Was able to get $15k off MSRP vs $6-8k on xl/stx. The difference at the end of the day was a couple grand - well worth it. I am usually not a man of creature comforts, however the heated seats and factory remote start are a nice perk in the winter.
OEM Bedliner can be added to any of the trims - just need to check the box and is a $600 option. Might as well save your money and get a BETTER bedliner (Line-X or Rhino Liner) with a full lifetime warranty. Fords is only covered for the duration if the bumber to bumper warranty - no longer (3yr/36k mi)
Robb
Where did you find such a great deal?
Robb I agree, the liners from the factory aren’t as good
Ford was running their Truck Month with deep discounts in March. Between all the discounts, dicounted options (Like $750 navigation with $500 off = $250), I ended up with a well optioned XLT for $38k. Deals are out there if your timing is good.
i'd take a column shifter all day long over a console shifter (or dial for that matter), it frees up quite a bit of space… then again, as a single man, I prefer a bench seat over buckets, wink wink lol
😂
Column shifter is more manly. Agreed automatic floor shift is a waste of space.
console all the way on my Tundra i drive it with the shifter lots of fun
GLOCK ISAAC to each their own I suppose.
I wouldn’t own a truck with a Column shift. Screams cheap!
You know for 50 years we had trucks that didn’t have bed liners, didn’t have dampened tail gates, didn’t have bed lights, didn’t have all these fancy towing guides and they did the job. If you want to be a princess get a platinum truck. If you want to be a man, hold the damn tailgate as it comes down. I can’t believe how many people whine about not having a slow released tail gate- it’s a truck, not a g- wagon
Well, I personally own a '62 C10 which is indeed 50 years old. That tailgate is night and day different than these newer trucks. New trucks have much larger and heavier tailgates thus why the dampened tailgate is such a "whine" for people. :)
Very interesting my buddy got his for 38k in missouri with the same stuff minus the block heater with the 5.0
they marked them down 10k before the 2020 came out.
I bui one 2 weeks ago exactly like this, i love it so much.
I have a 2017 STX with the V8. I love it. It's got everything this rig has plus the 36 gallon fuel tank, which is nice. I put a Magnaflow exhaust on it to accentuate the beautiful Ford V8 rumble. It has everything a person would want in a truck without all the other BS.
The column shifter is common on base trucks because they often have the front bench seat
Got the same truck! Not 4x4 but the 2.7 is a beast! Plenty of power and way better gas milage than my previous tundra with the 4.6
I have a 15 f150 xlt xcab. I like the console but wish they would incorporate the 17+ console top with the sliding cupholder setup. The box open space is just where you naturally want to put your drink. Love the xlt package but miss the seat materials from 20yrs ago though. I think the material was better
Yeah, I could see that. It would be nice to have cup holders next to the driver.
Really wish i could’ve got that f150 I looked at yesterday. It was waaay nicer and better looking in person vs what i saw on videos and pictures.
I just got this truck in this color with STX and the off Road package yesterday, and I just love it !! I got it in the 3.5 Eco Boast … It is quiet and powerful/fast!! I personally after all the research I have done ,think this Package gives you best bang for the buck of any of the trim level/packages … Great deals going on right now … including 0% Interest for 84 month with 3 month plus deferred on 2019 model..... Lovin it so far … how the back sets fold up is wow,...… great storage for trailering don't have to crawl under vehicle for electrical connections... sweet....
Love the XL STX. Mine is a 17 with the 5.0 and the 6speed. Wouldnt trade it for anything
The tailgate is completely removable as well. As you're lowering it, you can pull the whole gate off very easily with little to no effort. I just leased a new 2020 STX 4x4, 2.7L Eco-boost engine (had a 2014 and 2017 4x4 STX before this one), couldn't be happier with it. Solid truck overall...it's been interesting getting used to the 10-speed transmission, having it shift several times before I hit 35-40mph. I didn't realize the transmission was 10-speed before I drove the truck off the lot, but noticed it immediately during the cruise home.
I was thinking about getting the same one like u ,how's it seem to drive on the highway and pick up speed when highway driving
@@petercervantes7220 It has plenty of pick-up and go, accelerates nicely when you hit the gas, especially in Sport mode. I believe the Eco-boost 2.7L engines have as much horsepower and torque as the previous 5.0L V8's on the same 4x4 STX Super Crew models. On the highway the MPG is decent, 23-25 mpg on the highway in cruise control ~65mph. Great all-around truck, haven't had any major issues with it 6 months in. The back-up cameras however were faulty in a number of 2020 Ford's, including Lincolns, had mine replaced last month under warranty at the dealership. Aside from that, no complaints.
Our fleet switched to STX because they actually cost less over a 4 year lease because the resale value is higher than an XL, plus we can offer a nicer truck which is a good incentive for the employee. We option the 3.5 eco boost and the max trailer tow package. The 36 gallon tank is a huge benefit because the range is easily 650 miles.
Yep. Sales manager told me more incentives on the STX making it a better buy. Thanks for confirming that!
Great review. Really enjoy your channel. I think you helped me seal the deal on this truck. They are having great deals right now.
Thanks!
great video bro , have that same truck , just bought out my lease, comparing all the features your listing with mine, on the stem I have the different drive modes , not sure all models have the sport mode setting I have , it can be used in 4 wheel mode , it's unreal turns the truck into a hotrod , was worried about such a small motor when I bought this truck, but the 2.7 w the turbo has balls to spare , in sport mode I beat a new Camaro off the line couldn't believe it
I just bought a 2019 stx FX4 5.0L V8 used with 10k miles. I paid 25k
That's awesome! As someone who is looking to buy a truck but is scared by the large MSRP, this is a nice thing to see.
whatttt i got it 16,000 and for $36,000 plus taxes and title about $40,000
Where do you live? It is a crazy price
@@maxb8802 Deep South Texas. I purchased the end of May, and trucks were flying off the lot where I purchased. It was a trade in 2 days prior, and I just so happened to walk in at the right time!
Just bought a 2019 stx, I love the simplicity of it and if very roomy, only thing I may change out for is a leather wrapped steering wheel and better speakers but that is all I’ll need!
my 2019 5.0 Fx4 package came with the tailgate step
I Just bought the STX FX4 and paid more than 10k less than that sticker with bedliner, weathertech floor mats front and rear, and unlimited engine and powertrain warranty. I love it, but I'm thinking about giving it to my son. I wasn't needing to buy another truck yet, he doesn't get his license for 5 months but liked what I found. I really still love my 2012 xlt's 3.7 FX4 ride more. Maybe need to put a few more miles in to break it in. My 2020 does have better sync/bluetooth options.
Tim love the feedback just bought a 2020 stx based on your review it had everything I needed or cared about every brand have a similar model just thought the 10 speed with the 2.7 was more fun liking it so far keep up the good reviews
Right on!
Me personally, I'd prefer the more basic trim level truck like the one in the video instead of the higher trim levels. I just like the simplicity of a column shifter, cloth seats, not worrying about getting dirty, and no complicated electronics that will be expensive to fix if something goes wrong.
i Would go used already lifted with 33" tires, some bells & lower sounding whistles😊
Man thats pricey around here dealers listing for 38k with discounts before even negotiating.
I’ve got the exact same in “iconic gray” and I love it! It’s not too fancy and not to basic. The perfect middle and great looking grill in the front!
I just bought the same truck yesterday but in race red. I love it. Came from a 14’ 5.0L f150. Also loved it but the mpgs were more important now but still needed a truck.
I had the 2018 SuperCab version of this truck in the Magma Red. It was an awesome truck! If I had gotten the full 4 door I would probably still have it. Very much recommend this truck, but get a spray in liner ASAP! My one complaint was the Sync 3 system. Ford sent me a survey about it and I gave glowing reviews. Then there must have been an update... The radio quit completely, thank god for a google search that fixed it. A lot of times i would Olin my phone in and it wouldn’t work. I’d have to unplug then replug it. May not sound like an issue, a few times... but it happened every time unless I waited 5 minutes before plugging it in. Almost like it had vacuum tubes and needed to warm up.
A real nice truck,have 2018 STX .Enjoy everything about the truck except door lock issues in winter months.Have done first recall and still have same issues. Cant open door when its below freezing on driver side.Last year it was passenger side door lock . Also when you do get into truck,door wont close. it just pops back open. Took it back to dealer today . There is another recall for different door issues as well. This a common problem in a lot of Ford trucks. Live in upstate NY.
My STX came with a factory bed liner and tailgate step. For $35.00 I put a tailgate damper on because it does make a difference.
Tailgate damper does make a difference!
I have a 2020 in iconic silver xl stx package and I love this truck. It has more bang for the buck. If you have the ford sync 3 and download the ford pass app it has remote start and lock within the app. More bang for the buck.
My new ford and a lot of other peoples newer fords have been adding miles when the vehicle is off. Mine went up an extra 10,000 miles in a year and ford is denying it. Write your mileage down every time you’re done driving and keep track. Ford needs to take accountability for this.
I own a 2019 magnetic silver, and I love it.
Nice!
Same here, same color too.
Here in Texas where Ford sells more truck in USA A 2 year old fully loaded King Ranch $40K has all boxes checked off and no downside. Find one with factory warranty remaining and your good for 2-3 years. If you get extended warranty or the Ford dealer has certified that vehicle to 100,000 miles. In my opinion.
Luv column shifter and key start. Old school
This was a tremendous help, thanks so much!
I cross shopped the F150 XL STX with the Titan SV with the comfort and convenience package both at about 45k. Titan won me out when the more creature comforts and better warranty. Who wants to spend that much on a truck and have what is essentially one step up from a work truck.
I have an STX-FX4 package and honestly, I make fun of people who bought those over priced Lariats, Limited, King Ranch, Platinum. Those poor customers got played or they're not bright enough.
I test drove a 2020 F-150 with 5.0 and 2020 Ram 1500 with 5.7 There is no comparison. The Ram was a better smoother ride. The interior of the Ram is more luxurious the Ford felt like something my Grandpa would drive. They both had plenty of power but I would pick the Rams Hemi once again. I chose the Ram and love it
My only problem with the backup camera is remembering to use it. I have driven trucks for so long without it I sometimes forget to use it.
Thanks for the review. You mention the MSRP quite often, but you don't mention what the actual cost is. Ford offers the most incentives on the STX and XLT, typically at least $10K and often up to $14K or more. STXs like the one you reviewed are fairly easy to find for around $32K. At that price, the stuff like a key and lack of tailgate dampening are not a big deal. I put a dampener in my XLT for about $60. Not quite sure I like it though, the slow opening can be annoying.
All I know is MSRP. Incentives vary greatly. Hard to figure that.
For work I definitely found the F2 50 STX is a sweet spot that could actually afford… Added a lot of those things you said are missing… Tailgate dampener $70.. leather wrapped steering wheel $180...etc...
i got my supercab abysgray for 34,495 love it
I have an 18 with the 5.0. I wish it had a power seat but other than that I am happy with mine.
Well, there goes the backup camera...lol
Just got a 2018 STX in “Magnetic Metallic” LOVE IT!
45 grand really isn't bad considering the higher models cost twice that
I wish the STX trim came with a sliding bed window. It doesn't even have to be electric.
I just recently bought a 2018 XL/STX, but mine's a SuperCab. I love it!
The damped tailgate...first time Iv had one i will agree its something i cant live without
You can add the FX4 package to the STX. Best deal on any F150's.
Love the color of that truck! Blacked out front looks awesome. 👍
Seems like everyone forgot what an actual truck is. This is a real truck people 🙄
I like that package, I bought a 15 XLT in 08/15 and STX was not available
You can get a Titan with a V8, a bedliner, and a dampened tailgate for same amount of money and probably a little cheaper.....and in the Pro4X model.
And go slower
fuel economy ratings are good and all till its time to start towing
Thing has plenty of torque
I like the honest review👍🏽
Glad you liked it