2017 Ford F-350 Overview
Ford's F-Series Super Duty lineup is one of the best collections of pickup trucks available, and for the 2017 model year, the brand continues to improve upon the roster. The mighty 2017 Ford F-350 in Peoria has been completely redesigned, and offers just the right amount of durability and luxury to have truck buyers trading in their old, trusted pickups for this brand-new gem.
Complete with a high-strength frame, lightweight aluminum body panels and more powerful engines, the 350 is just the truck you need for everyday work tasks, including hauling. This year, it even comes with a new hitch receiver that has been designed to withstand the weight of heavier trailers, eliminating the need of special weight-distributing hitches.
For buyers who enjoy the finer things in life, the pickup also offers more comfortable seating and a range of technologies that will enhance the in-car experience. Read our 2017 Ford F-350 review below to find out more about these additions.
2017 Ford F-350 Trims & Amenities
Regular cab, extended-cab and crew-cab body styles are available to those purchasing a 2017 Ford F-350 in Peoria. For 2017, the crew cab models add 3 inches in length and the extended-cab variants receive 6 more inches. The truck is also offered in five trims: XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum, which each offer different amenities.
Base XL 350 models come with everything from a removable locking tailgate with tailgate assist and front tow hooks to a dual glovebox and vinyl floor covering. If you move up to the XLT, you'll get rear under-seat lockable storage, cruise control, heated mirrors and four locking cleats in the bed.
The Lariat trim ramps up the technology offerings with a power-sliding rear window, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, dual-zone automatic climate control, 10-way power front seats and upgraded Sync 3 infotainment. If you're looking for more exterior updates, move on to the King Ranch which adds accent-color bumpers, rain-sensing wipers, LED box lighting, special fender badges and a body-color grille.
The top-of-the-line Platinum trim will have drivers swimming in luxury. A remote tailgate releases, adaptive steering, massaging front seats, a wood-trimmed heated steering wheel and illuminated door scuff plates are just a few of the standard features equipped on the model.
2017 Ford F-350 Performance
A 385-horsepower 6.2L V8 engine is fitted onto all 350 models. Producing 430 lb.-ft. of torque, the powerplant is matched to a six-speed automatic. Optional is a 6.7L Power Stroke turbodiesel V8, delivering 440 horsepower and 925 lb.-ft. of torque. It also gets a six-speed automatic.
Rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive F-350 models are available to buyers. Single- and duel-rear-wheel configurations are also offered, meeting drivers' different needs.
Planning on towing? 2017 Ford F-350 reviews highlight the truck's ability to tow conventional trailers weighing up to 18,000 pounds with single rear wheels and 21,000 pounds with dual rear wheels. It can also tow fifth-wheel trailers up to 27,500 pounds and gooseneck trailers up to 32,000 pounds. Payload ratings range from 4,470 pounds to 7,630 pounds.
2017 Ford F-350 Safety Tech
All of the standards such as antilock brakes, stability and traction control, airbags, hill start assist and trailer sway control can be found the F-350. Additional safety components available include automatic emergency braking, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, automatic high-beam headlight control, Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System and rear parking sensors.