“Great power, crowded engine bay, standard dash and sound system is small and out of date”
2019 Ford F-250: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2019 Ford F-250 has no major model-wide changes. The main update is B&O premium audio replacing the previous Sony system on Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited trims.
About the 2019 Ford F-250
4th-generation Super Duty pickup (2017-2022), 2019 is the third model year and the last year before the larger 2020 refresh and powertrain update.
Ford positions the F-250 as a heavy-duty pickup for serious towing, hauling, and jobsite use, while still offering trims that range from basic work truck to full luxury. Its core appeal is big-engine strength, stout towing hardware, and a wide spread of cab, bed, and trim combinations. Compared with a half-ton pickup, the F-250 is the truck buyers step up to when trailer weight, payload, and long-term hard use matter more than everyday softness.
The lineup spans the work-focused XL and everyday XLT through the more comfortable Lariat and luxury-focused upper trims. Lariat pairs leather-trimmed seats with an 8-inch touchscreen, while King Ranch adds Western-themed leather and built-in navigation. Limited tops the range with a standard 6.7-liter diesel V8, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping alert, and a surround-view trailer camera system.
What changed, by category
Tech
Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited replace the previous Sony premium audio system with B&O premium audio. USB ports become standard rather than optional on XLT.
Safety
The Advanced Security Pack becomes standard equipment on XLT.
2019 Ford F-250 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.2 Liter / V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.2 Liter / V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.2 Liter / V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 6.2 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 6.2 Liter / V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift & TorqShift / Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift & TorqShift-G | Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift & TorqShift / Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift & TorqShift-G | Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift & TorqShift | Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift & TorqShift | Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift & TorqShift | Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift & TorqShift |
| Drivetrain | 4WD / 2WD | 4WD / 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Diesel | Diesel / Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel / Diesel |
| Horsepower | 385–450 hp | 385–450 hp | 385–450 hp | 450 hp | 385–450 hp | 385–450 hp |
| Torque | 430–935 lb-ft | 430–935 lb-ft | 430–935 lb-ft | 935 lb-ft | 430–935 lb-ft | 430–935 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 15000 lb | 15000 lb | 15000 lb | 18000 lb | 15000 lb | 15000 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 33.5–43.6 in | 33.5–43.6 in | 33.5–43.6 in | 43.6 in | 43.6 in | 43.6 in |
| Seats | 3–6 | 3–6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | |
| Doors | 2–4 | 2–4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||
| Cruise Control | ||||||
| Inflatable Seat Belts | ||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| 360 Camera | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||||
| Power Side Steps | ||||||
| Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||||
| Side Steps | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||
| USB Ports | ||||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Memory Front Seats | ||||||
| Memory Pedals | ||||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Power Adjustable Pedals | ||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||
| Power Locks | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2019 Ford F-250?
Very little changed on the 2019 Ford F-250. Upper trims switched from Sony to B&O premium audio, while the XLT gained the Advanced Security Pack and USB ports as standard equipment.
Did the 2019 Ford F-250 get a new engine or transmission?
No, the 2019 Ford F-250 kept its 6.2-liter gas V8, 6.7-liter diesel V8, and six-speed automatic transmission. The larger powertrain update arrived for 2020.
What became standard on the 2019 Ford F-250 XLT?
The Advanced Security Pack and USB ports became standard on the 2019 F-250 XLT. The rest of the XLT remained focused on practical equipment such as cloth seating, remote keyless entry, and an integrated trailer brake controller.
Which 2019 Ford F-250 trims received B&O premium audio?
Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited received B&O premium audio for 2019. It replaced the Sony-branded premium system used previously on those upper trims.
Was the 2019 Ford F-250 a redesigned model?
No, the 2019 Ford F-250 was not redesigned. It was the third year of the generation introduced for 2017 and the final model year before the larger 2020 update.
2019 Ford F-250 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Ford F-250.
4.2
2019 Ford F-250
(168 reviews)
“If looking for a complete option filled powerful vehicle to pull a travel trailer--this is the one”
“Size, comfort, versatility, cost, economic. Within a month, I had convinced my boss into trading in his F150 for the F250”