2021 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel

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$50,410 - $91,125
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on June 23, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Standard dual-rear-wheel drive setup.

Highly expensive price tag.

No major changes for 2021.

Immensely powerful diesel powertrain.

19.5-inch tires are expensive to replace.

Spacious and comfortable cabin.

Lower payload capacity compared to F-350.

Specs & Features

$53,720

price

475 hp @ 2600 rpm

horsepower

1050 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

torque

10-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

6.7L 8cyl 4WD 10A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Part of the fullsize pickup truck segment, the 2021 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Crew Cab Diesel has no competitors to list. A base price of MSRP of $56,520 gets you a 6.7L turbocharged V8 engine and a 10-Speed Automatic transmission. Despite the price going up to $92,820, this single powertrain is found in all 6 trims. This engine produces 475 horsepower and 1,050 lb-ft of torque, achieving a 0-60 of 6.6 seconds, and is offered as both RWD and 4WD. The Ford F-450 Superduty Crew Cab Diesel offers a single 8’2” feet cab with a payload capacity of 14,030 pounds. It also offers a healthy towing capacity of 34,200 pounds. 

Buying Advice

The 2021 Ford F-450 Superduty Crew Cab Diesel carries over to 2021 without any major changes. There are multiple trims available to choose from and we recommend the mid-level Lariat trim that offers excellent value for money. 

Trims

    XL
    $50,410 onwards
    • 4.2-Inch central display
    • Air conditioning
    • Automatic headlights
    • Four-Speaker audio system
    • Vinyl flooring
    • Vinyl seat coverings
    XLT
    $56,270 onwards
    • 8-Inch touchscreen display
    • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    • Cloth upholstery
    • Five-Speaker audio system
    • Heated side mirrors
    • Keyless entry
    Lariat
    $67,265 onwards
    • 10-Speaker premium B&O audio system
    • Dual-Zone automatic climate control
    • Foglights
    • Leather seating
    • Leather-Wrapped steering wheel
    • Power-Adjustable front seats
    King Ranch
    $75,810 onwards
    • Ambient cabin lighting
    • Automatic wipers
    • Heated and ventilated seats
    • Heated steering wheel
    • Remote engine start
    • Wireless device charging pad
    Platinum
    $80,045 onwards
    • Heated rear seats
    • Led headlights and foglights
    • Premium leather upholstery
    Limited
    $91,125 onwards
    • Adaptive steering
    • Dual-Panel sunroof
    • Leather-Wrapped dashboard
    • Massaging front seats
    • Two-Tone leather upholstery

Compare to similar cars

Price

$50,410- $91,125

Engine

diesel

Rating

8.33

Horsepower

475 hp @ 2600 rpm

Torque

1050 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

Capacity

6

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2021 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Source
    6.9 sec29.7 sec

    2021 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Source
      29 gal.

      2021 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        Source
        231.8 in.96 in.82 in.8.6 in.141.6 in.

        2021 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          Source
          87.6 cu.ft.42.7 cu.ft.

          2021 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            Source
            100.7 cu.ft.42.7 cu.ft.98 ft.

            2021 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              Source
              6210 lbs.7712 lbs. -

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