2025 F-150 Lobo Debuts

Reviving the Lobo

Ford has brought back a beloved name with a fresh twist: meet the 2025 Ford F-150 Lobo. This striking package revives a piece of Ford’s history and injects some street-savvy flair into the ever-popular F-150 lineup. In the U.S., the Lobo name might not ring a bell, but it has been a significant player in Mexico since the late ’90s, being associated with performance-focused styling.

Power and Specs

The Lobo heads to America as an optional appearance package on the STX trim of the F-150. Under the hood is Ford’s well-known 5.0-liter V8, delivering a familiar 400 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. While there’s no increase in power compared to its siblings, it offers a solid balance between performance and utility. It can carry up to 1,450 pounds of payload and tow up to 7,900 pounds, assisted by its standard four-wheel-drive system.

Street Style

Where the Lobo sets itself apart is in its aggressive styling. It features a 10-piece ground effects kit, a unique hood design, and a sleek LED light bar integrated into the front grille. Ford has accentuated the truck’s sporty side with black trim and exclusive 22-inch gloss black wheels. The rear suspension has been lowered by two inches, complementing its street-ready appearance, and dual exhaust tips add an extra touch of assertiveness.

Color Choices

Customization options abound with vibrant paint choices like Atlas Blue and Rapid Red, alongside the more traditional Carbonized Gray and Oxford White. Subtle “Lobo” badging is sprinkled around the exterior, signaling its unique heritage without being overly flashy.

Pricing

The 2025 F-150 Lobo comes with a starting price of $59,995, including destination fees. It’s priced around $4,700 more than a base STX, positioning it as a style upgrade with practical capabilities, rather than a full-blown performance model.

Driving Feel

The Lobo feels poised yet robust on the road. While it doesn’t quite offer the raw speed of the Raptor, it delivers a compelling blend of power and street presence. It strikes a balance similar to what the SVT Lightning once offered, though geared more towards everyday use than all-out adrenaline. With its lowered suspension and sharp styling, it stands apart from more off-road-oriented F-150s like the Tremor.

The Bottom Line

Despite sharing its bones with the broader F-150 range, the Lobo makes its mark with distinctive style and utility. It’s perfect for those who favor a commanding street presence. While future F-150 models might be on the horizon for 2028, the Lobo adds a dynamic option in the meantime, proving you can have both style and function.