2012 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel

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$49,395 - $63,845
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on February 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Class-leading towing capabilities

Hard to maneuver

Increased towing and payload capacity for 2012

Refined and quiet highway ride

Choppy steering response

Impressive set of options and features

Quite expensive

Solid build quality

Outdated interior

Specs & Features

$49,395

price

400 hp @ 2800 rpm

horsepower

800 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

torque

6-Speed Automatic w/Manual Shift

transmission

6.7L 8cyl 4WD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Part of the fullsize pickup truck segment, the 2012 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel Crew Cab has no direct competitors. However, some indirect potential rivals include the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Diesel Crew Cab, the RAM 3500 Diesel Crew Cab, and the GMC Sierra 3500HD diesel Crew Cab. A base price of MSRP $49,395 gets you a 6.7L Turbo Diesel V8 engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission. Despite the price going up to $63,845, this single powertrain is found in all 4 trims. This engine produces 400 horsepower and 800 lb-ft of torque, achieving a 0-60 of 8.3 seconds, and is offered as a dual-rear-wheel 4-wheel drive system. The SuperDuty Diesel Crew Cab offers a single 8-feet cargo bed with a payload capacity of 5,880 pounds. It also offers a healthy towing capacity of 18,500 pounds.

Buying Advice

We recommend the range-topping King Ranch trim that comes with upgraded features like power-folding and telescoping tow mirrors, two-tone paint, a body-colored grille with chrome insert, lighted running boards, unique exterior and interior badging, remote start, upgraded Chaparral leather upholstery, heated and ventilated seats, driver seat memory and a rearview camera.

Trims

    XL
    $49,395 onwards
    • 17-inch aluminum Wheels
    • 40/20/40 split front seats
    • Air conditioning
    • Black platform running boards
    • Front roof clearance lamps
    • Gloss black grille surrounds
    • Vinyl Seat trim
    XLT
    $55,145 onwards
    • Carpeted flooring
    • Chrome grille
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Cruise control
    • Heated outside mirrors
    • Integrated trailer brake controller
    • Keyless entry
    Lariat
    $58,865 onwards
    • Leather steering wheel
    • Power steering
    King Ranch
    $63,845 onwards
    • Engine: 6.7L 8cyl 4WD 6A
    • Horsepower: 400 hp @ 2800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 800 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: TBD sec
    • Top Speed: 88 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -

Compare to similar cars

Price

$49,395- $63,845

Engine

diesel

Rating

8.38

Horsepower

400 hp @ 2800 rpm

Torque

800 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

Capacity

6

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2012 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    Source
    16.3 sec88 mph -

    2012 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Source
      37.5 gal.

      2012 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        Source
        263 in.96 in.79.7 in.8 in.172.4 in.

        2012 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          Source
          25.8 cu.ft.128 cu.ft.54.7 cu.ft.

          2012 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            Source
            100.7 cu.ft.25.8 cu.ft.54.7 cu.ft.98 ft.

            2012 Ford F-450 SuperDuty Diesel vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Gooseneck/5th Wheel Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              Source
              24500 lbs.24500 lbs.5260 lbs.8178 lbs.

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