More than just America's favorite truck, the Ford F-150 has been the country's top-selling vehicle since the early-80s—a testament to Ford's continual commitment and penchant for innovation. The F-150 boasts cutting-edge technologies, leading performance and capability, and myriad powertrains and feature options for Tacoma drivers to dial in their ideal configuration.
The current F-150 lineup includes several purpose-tuned variants like the off-road-dominating Raptor, hybrid PowerBoost, and all-electric Lightning. And for the 2023 model year, Ford is expanding the roster once again to include a more accessibly priced off-road model, a limited-time special Heritage Edition, and the most powerful Raptor ever. Here's a quick overview of the new additions to look for when the 2023 F-150 finally goes live.
F-150 Heritage Edition Celebrates 75 Years
First launched in 1948, Ford's long-running and storied F-Series lineup will celebrate its diamond jubilee next year. The automaker is celebrating the anniversary with a new Heritage Edition trim level. The unique appearance package recalls the classic two-tone A-B-A paint schemes of the 70s and 80s. Heritage Edition models are based on the XLT trim level and feature distinctive seat trim, unique embossing on the console lid, and a white "75 Years" logo on the upper windshield and center screen startup animation. Available color options include:
- Antimatter Blue midsection, with upper and lower Carbonized Gray
- Area 51 midsection, with upper and lower Agate Black
- Atlas Blue midsection, with upper and lower Agate Black
- Avalanche midsection, with upper and lower Agate Black
- Race Red midsection, with upper and lower Carbonized Gray
New Rattler Off-Road Package
Ford will introduce a new Rattler variation to the F-150 lineup for drivers seeking a hard-working, off-road-capable pickup with a more accessible price tag than Tremor and Raptor. The new 4WD package bolsters the XL trim with FX4 equipment, including skid plates, hill descent control, specially tuned off-road suspension, an electronic rear-locking differential, and rugged all-terrain tires.
The F-150 Rattler also sees style enhancements to reflect its adventure-ready capabilities, including a dual-exhaust system, distinct 18-inch alloy wheels, rattlesnake-inspired graphics, and unique interior/exterior accents.
The Most Powerful Raptor Yet
The F-150 Raptor is already an off-road behemoth. However, Ford, never content to rest on its laurels, has seen fit to take the terrain-tackling tian to a new level with the 2023 F-150 Raptor R. The most notable upgrade comes from a new 5.2-liter supercharged V-8, designed for superior desert-running performance. Based on the legendary Shelby GT500, the prodigious powerplant transmits 700 horsepower and 640 pound-feet of torque to all four wheels through a specially-calibrated 10-speed SelectShift® transmission. Additional upgrades include:
- Purpose-tuned torque converter with heavy-duty turbine damper and four-pinion rear output assembly
- Five-link rear suspension with extra-long trailing arms, a Panhard rod, and 24-inch coil springs
- Advanced FOX Live Valve shocks with electronically controlled dampers
- 37-inch tires and class-best ground clearance
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Reach out to Titus-Will Ford today to learn more about the Ford F-150, its available configuration options, and how you custom order your perfect F-150 model. If you'd like to try out any of the models currently in our inventory, we welcome you to visit our Tacoma, WA, Ford dealership, where you can get behind the wheel for a test drive. We're looking forward to serving you.