2026 Ford F-150 STX: Specs, Features & Pricing

The 2026 Ford F-150 STX sits between the work-oriented XL and the broader XLT range. Body-colour bumpers, a dark grille and black aluminum wheels give it a distinct appearance, while the cabin retains cloth upholstery and straightforward climate controls. The important detail is configuration: a base STX, an STX FX4 and an STX with the Lobo package can have different engines, equipment and prices.

This guide covers Canadian-market specifications and pricing. The Automotive Car Reviews walkaround below provides a closer look at the truck’s exterior and cabin.

Models and equipment groups

The F-150 lineup includes XL, STX, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, Tremor and Raptor. STX is available with the 200B and 200A equipment groups, plus the 201A STX FX4 group. The groups are more than appearance choices: they affect the engine combinations and features available to order.

Ford’s Canadian builder lists a SuperCab with a 6½-foot box and a SuperCrew with a 5½-foot box for STX. SuperCrew provides the larger rear passenger compartment. Both use front bucket seats and a centre console, giving the STX a five-seat layout rather than the six-seat arrangement offered with a front bench on some other F-150 configurations.

Engine specifications

The standard engine is a 2.7-litre twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 with 325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. It pairs with a 10-speed automatic transmission and includes automatic start-stop. The Canadian builder offers a base 4×2 configuration as well as 4×4 choices; four-wheel drive should not be described as standard across the entire STX range.

A 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6 is available with STX FX4. Ford’s Canadian specifications list 382 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque. When selected from the base SuperCab build, this engine requires changing to a SuperCrew 4×4 with the 201A equipment group.

The 5.0-litre V8, listed at 400 horsepower and 410 lb-ft, is tied to the Lobo package on the Canadian STX. The builder requires a SuperCrew 4×4 and the 200A group for that combination. PowerBoost full-hybrid V6 is also an available STX choice with the appropriate SuperCrew 4×4 configuration and equipment group. These options should not be treated as interchangeable additions to the lowest-priced STX.

Towing and payload

Ford advertises a maximum equipped towing rating of 8,400 lb, approximately 3,810 kg, for the 2.7-litre EcoBoost F-150. That is an engine-family maximum across eligible configurations, not a guaranteed rating for every STX. A Class IV trailer hitch is listed in the STX equipment, while the integrated trailer-brake controller and Tow/Haul package are available equipment.

The F-150 range’s 13,500-lb towing headline belongs to a qualifying 3.5-litre EcoBoost configuration. It should not be assigned automatically to an STX FX4, particularly when its cab, box and axle combination differs from the maximum-rated truck. Ford’s towing guide and vehicle-specific towing calculator provide the relevant rating for the chosen build.

Payload also varies with the engine, drivetrain and installed equipment. The door-jamb label states the truck’s actual occupant-and-cargo allowance. Passengers, accessories, bed cargo and trailer tongue weight all count toward that limit, so a heavily loaded cabin can reduce the remaining allowance for a trailer.

Fuel economy

Natural Resources Canada’s 2026 guide lists the 2.7-litre F-150 at 12.7 L/100 km city, 9.5 highway and 11.2 combined for 4×2. The 2.7-litre 4×4 rating is 13.1 city, 10.2 highway and 11.8 combined. These are model and powertrain ratings, rather than separate test results for every STX equipment group.

For comparison, the guide lists the 3.5-litre EcoBoost 4×4 at 14.0/10.2/12.3 L/100 km, the 5.0-litre V8 4×4 at 14.8/10.4/12.8, and the PowerBoost hybrid 4×4 at 11.3/10.0/10.7. Those figures help compare the available powertrains, but tire choice, towing, load and winter conditions can change actual consumption.

Exterior and box choices

The base STX has 18-inch gloss-black aluminum wheels, body-colour front and rear bumpers and a black-and-dark-grey grille. Optional appearance packages change the wheels and trim. The STX FX4 group adds off-road equipment such as an electronic-locking rear differential, skid plates and off-road tires.

The Lobo package is a separate V8-based appearance and chassis configuration. It should not be confused with FX4 or used to describe a standard STX. Similarly, LED fog lamps and cornering lamps are available features rather than a blanket inclusion on the base truck.

Choosing between the SuperCab’s 6½-foot box and the SuperCrew’s 5½-foot box changes the balance between cargo-bed length and rear cabin space. A tonneau cover, bedliner, side steps and cargo accessories can be added, but dealer-installed accessories affect both the final price and usable payload.

Interior and storage

STX uses unique sport cloth front bucket seats with a flow-through centre console and a column-mounted shifter. Standard cabin equipment includes single-zone manual air conditioning, a manually adjustable tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, carpeted flooring and front floor mats. This is a practical cabin specification; leather upholstery, ventilated seats and the luxury equipment of higher trims should not be assumed.

The rear bench can fold upward to create additional storage space. SuperCrew models provide a flat rear load floor, useful for items that need to stay inside the cabin. Front seat lumbar adjustment and the console’s storage add convenience without changing the trim’s basic cloth-seat layout.

Infotainment

A 12-inch centre touchscreen with SYNC 4 is standard. It provides the main vehicle and infotainment interface, including compatible Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. The centre screen should be distinguished from the instrument display: Ford lists a four-inch cluster display in the standard STX equipment and a 12-inch digital productivity screen as available.

The technology offering includes a 5G Wi-Fi hotspot and SiriusXM with 360L. Ford lists a one-year Connectivity Package, with a longer one-time-purchase option available. Connected features depend on the applicable account, activation and plan. A large centre screen alone does not mean the truck has a premium sound system, a 360-degree camera or every connected service permanently included.

Safety features

Standard STX equipment includes Pre-Collision Assist with automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, a lane-keeping system, post-collision braking, a rearview camera and reverse sensing. Ford also lists BLIS blind-spot monitoring with cross-traffic alert and trailer coverage, along with AdvanceTrac stability control, Roll Stability Control and trailer sway control.

Front airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags, Safety Canopy side curtains and tire-pressure monitoring are included. Standard cruise control should be distinguished from adaptive cruise control. Hands-free highway assistance and the broader assistance features advertised elsewhere in the F-150 lineup are not automatically part of a base STX.

Pricing

Ford’s Canadian builder displayed an STX starting price of $59,330 CAD for the SuperCab 6½-foot-box configuration. The displayed SuperCrew 5½-foot-box starting figure was $62,510 CAD. These starting figures change with equipment-group and drivetrain choices.

For the base SuperCab example, the summary showed a $58,285 base MSRP, a $1,750 configuration discount and $2,795 in fees, producing the $59,330 displayed total. The fee breakdown was $2,695 destination and delivery plus $100 air-conditioning tax. Sales tax and additional options are extra; incentives and dealer charges can change the final quote.

An FX4, hybrid or Lobo build can cost considerably more because the selected engine may also require a different cab, drivetrain or group. Comparing the entire configuration gives a more useful price comparison than looking only at the engine’s individual option charge.

Competition

The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom, GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation and Ram 1500 Express are natural alternatives for buyers considering appearance-focused full-size pickups. Compare equivalent cab and bed sizes, included safety equipment, the configured towing rating and the final Canadian price. Their packages do not necessarily include the same equipment as STX.

Within Ford’s lineup, XL suits buyers prioritizing a simpler specification, while XLT offers a broader equipment range. STX is worth considering when its cloth-seat cabin, standard large touchscreen and exterior treatment match the intended use. FX4, Lobo and PowerBoost add distinct capabilities or equipment, so the best STX choice depends on the actual configuration.

Explore our other truck reviews to compare equipment and specifications.

Frequently asked questions

Is four-wheel drive standard on every F-150 STX?

No. The Canadian builder includes a base 4×2 configuration alongside 4×4 choices. The selected engine, cab and package can change the available drivetrain combinations.

Which engine is standard in the F-150 STX?

The standard engine is a 2.7-litre EcoBoost V6 with 325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque, paired with a ten-speed automatic. Other engines require qualifying configurations or packages.

Does every STX qualify for the F-150’s maximum tow rating?

No. The range’s 13,500-lb maximum belongs to a particular 3.5-litre EcoBoost configuration. Use the exact truck’s towing guide entry, equipment and payload label rather than the range-wide headline.