2001 Ford F-250 Ford F-250 2001 Ford F-250 XLT 4WD SD Crew Cab SB Full-size Pickup Crew Cab 4WD Louisville, KY A trailer tow package is standard on all models, as is four-wheel ABS. XLT and Lariat models can be equipped with an ultrasonic reverse vehicle-aid sensor, an in-dash six-disc CD changer and chrome tubular cab steps. Heated seats are available on Lariat models. Rounding out the 2001 changes are minor interior updates and a horsepower upgrade for the 7.3-liter Power Stroke turbodiesel engine. Rugged construction, multiple configurations, good off-road capabilities. Noisy drivetrain, poor gas mileage, large size, stiff ride when not loaded. Commercial use is one of the fastest growing segments in the expanding truck market. With its F-Series Super Duty trucks, Ford is aiming squarely at fulfilling this segment's demand. The Super Duty trucks are built on a separate platform than the smaller F-150. Bigger, stronger and more robust, they are meant to perform feats the F-150 isn't capable of. The maximum GVWR for the F-150 is about 7,700 pounds, whereas the Super Duty starts at 8,500 pounds. The main mission here is towing and hauling. To provide the necessary grunt, Ford offers three different engines. The gasoline engines are a Triton 5.4-liter V8 and a 6.8-liter V10. The V8 generates 260 horsepower at 4,500 rpm and 350 foot-pounds of torque at 2,500 rpm. The V10 generates 310 horsepower at 4,250 rpm and 425 foot-pounds of torque at 3,250 rpm. A 7.3-liter turbodiesel V8 is also available, and it makes 250 horsepower and a dominating 505 foot-pounds of torque (with the automatic transmission). All of these engines can be equipped with either an automatic or manual transmission. To better match your needs, the Super Duty comes in Regular Cab, SuperCab, and Crew Cab styles. The overall look is much more aggressive than the standard F-150, and its bigger dimensions allow Ford to use larger cabs without compromising load space. SuperCab models have small rear-opening doors, while the Super Duty Crew Cab has four full-size swing-out doors. A variety of optional equipment is available, including electronic shift-on-the-fly four-wheel drive, a heavy-duty suspension package and manually telescoping trailer-towing mirrors. Inside, the roomy cabs have large, comfortable seats and generous seat-track travel. Five or six adults can ride inside with little problem. In addition, there are many interior convenience features designed for today's stylish business owners. For example, a fold-down armrest and utility bin is designed to house a portable fax machine or laptop computer. For owners who don't want to skimp on luxury, leather seating is available on Lariat models. Given their size, the F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks maintain a confident on- and off-road feel. They feature updated power steering systems and enhanced suspension components to improve vehicle ride, handling, responsiveness, and maneuverability. Just don't mistake them for cars. The Super Duty vehicles are true trucks and ride harshly when not towing or hauling loads. Parking a Super Duty ranges from tedious (a mall parking lot) to impossible (some home garages and underground parking lots). The Super Duty isn't for everyone. Pricing on a diesel-equipped Crew Cab can approach $40,000. However, if you need more truck than the regular F-150 can provide, Ford has quite an impressive lineup to peruse. Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Dodge Ram 2500 GMC Sierra 2500 336,000 336,000 336,000 5Unlimited NA NA NA 8 5.4 liters V8 260 hp @ 4500 rpm 350 ft-lbs. @ 2500 rpm NA 2737 lbs. 12500 lbs. 241.4 in. 80 in. 80.8 in. 6062 lbs. 156.2 in. 56.6 ft. 8.3 in. 41.4 in. 41 in. NA NA NA NA 40.7 in. 42.5 in. 6 Not Available Standard Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Rating = Not Tested Rating = Not Tested Not Tested Not Tested Not Tested Not Tested 29 gal. Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not. $26,992 $30,525 7.35% $715 N/A 3% of the Total MSRP XL (5M): 5.4L V8 SOHC SMPI 16-valve engine; 5-speed OD manual transmission; 750-amp HD battery with rundown protection; 130-amp HD alternator; rear-wheel drive, power takeoff provision, 4.10 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; firm-ride suspension, front independent suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, HD front shocks, rigid rear axle leaf suspension with heavy-duty rear leaf springs, HD rear shocks; recirculating-ball power steering; 4-wheel antilock disc brakes; 38 gal. capacity fuel tank; side impact bars; trailer harness; front and rear argent bumpers with front tow hooks, rear step; clearcoat monotone paint; sealed beam halogen headlamps; additional exterior lights include pickup cargo box light; driver's and passenger's manual black folding outside mirrors; 16" x 7" silver steel wheels, LT235/85SR16E BSW A/S tires; full-size steel spare wheel; AM/FM stereo w/clock, seek-scan feature, 2 speakers, fixed antenna; 2 power accessory outlets, front lighter element,smokers' package; instrumentation display includes tachometer, oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge, volt gauge, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, water temp, battery, key in ignition, low fuel, door ajar; driver's front airbag, passenger's cancelable front airbag; tinted windows; variable-speed intermittent front windshield wipers; seating capacity of 3, bench front seat with fixed headrests, driver's and passenger's seats include 2-way adjustment; height-adjustable front seatbelts; vinyl seats, full cloth headliner, full vinyl floor covering, cabback insulator; interior lights include dome light with delay; day/night rearview mirror; glove box with light, front cupholder, instrument panel bin, dashboard storage; argent grille, black side window moldings, black front windshield molding, black rear window molding and black door handles. XLT (5M) (in addition to or instead of XL 2WD SD REGULAR CAB LB (5M) equipment): Front and rear chrome bumpers; body-colored bodyside molding; additional exterior lights include underhood light; driver's and passenger's power remote black folding outside mirrors; air conditioning; premium AM/FM stereo cassette and single-disc CD players, 4 speakers, amplifier; cruise control with steering wheel controls; retained accessory power, driver's window 1-touch down function; 40/20/40 split-bench front seat, center armrest with storage, driver's and passenger's seats include 4-way adjustment, driver's seat includes lumbar support; cloth seats, vinyl door trim insert, full color-keyed carpet floor covering with floor mats; interior lights include front reading lights; steering wheel with tilt adjustment; passenger's vanity mirror; driver's and passenger's door bins; cargo concealed storage; chrome grille. LARIAT (5M) (in addition to or instead of XLT (5M) equipment): 130-amp heavy-duty alternator; side steps; additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights; LT265/75SR16E BSW A/S tires; power door locks with 2-stage unlock, remote keyless entry; instrumentation display includes compass, exterior temperature, trip computer; panic alarm; deep tinted windows; sliding rear window; driver's seat includes 14-way adjustment (6-way power) and lumbar support, front passenger's seat includes 4-way adjustment; leather seats, simulated wood door panel insert; interior lights include door curb lights, illuminated entry; leather-wrapped steering wheel; driver's and front passenger's illuminated vanity mirrors; full overhead console with storage, instrument panel bin, dashboard storage, and rear underseat tray. SUPERCAB (5M) (in addition to or instead of REGULAR CAB (5M) equipment): 29 gal. capacity fuel tank; sealed beam halogen headlamps; seating capacity of 6; full folding rear bench seat. CREW CAB (5M) (in addition to or instead of SUPERCAB (5M) equipment): Power takeoff provision. 4WD (5M) (in addition to or instead of 2WD (5M) equipment): Part-time 4 wheel drive, manual locking hub control and manual shift; front non-independent suspension. 166 Carpet Delete ($43) ($50) 18K Chrome Tubular Cab Steps $378 $445 18L Cab Steps $314 $370 2 Cloth Luxury Captain's Chairs $0 $0 213 4x4 Electric Shift-On-The-Fly $136 $160 41H Engine Block Heater $30 $35 433 Sliding Rear Window $107 $125 446 Transmission: HD 6-Speed Manual with OD $0 $0 449 Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic $931 $1,095 44E Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic $931 $1,095 532 Camper Package $136 $160 54E Manual Telescoping Trailer Tow Mirrors $85 $100 552 Passenger Airbag Delete ($166) ($195) 55R Off-Road Package $107 $125 581 Radio: Premium AM/FM Stereo with 6-Disc CD Changer $178 $210 589 Radio: AM/FM Stereo with Cassette Player ($162) ($190) 592 Roof Clearance Lights $47 $55 607A Order Code 607A $0 $0 62R Transmission Power Takeoff Provision $213 $250 63T Dual 115-Amp Alternators $285 $335 64F Wheels: Deluxe Aluminum $158 $185 674 Heavy-Service Suspension Package $107 $125 682 Max Front GAWR Package $149 $175 76R Reverse Sensor $208 $245 86M Snow Plow Package $59 $70 86R Trailer Hitch Receiver (Class V) $128 $150 90P 6-Way Power Driver's Seat $247 $290 924 Privacy Glass $85 $100 948 Remote Keyless Entry $144 $170 954 Lower Accent Two-Tone Paint $192 $225 96P Auxiliary Idle-Control Kit $178 $210 99F Engine: 7.3L V8 DI Power Stroke $4,012 $4,720 99S Engine: 6.8L EFI V10 $510 $600 T3N Tires: LT235/85R16E BSW AT $107 $125 T46 Tires: LT265/75R16E OWL AS $267 $315 T4B Tires: LT265/75R16E BSW AT $267 $315 T4R Tires: LT265/75R16E OWL AT $370 $435 X31 3.73 Axle Ratio $43 $50 X32 4.10 Axle Ratio $43 $50 XC1 Limited-Slip with 3.73 Axle Ratio $243 $285 XC2 Limited-Slip with 4.10 Axle Ratio $243 $285 XC3 Limited-Slip with 4.30 Axle Ratio $285 $335