A 5.0L V8 is usually the beginning of the conversation. On this new 2026 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew, it is only one piece of a configuration that makes a lot of sense for a Tampa Bay buyer who wants full-size truck capability without automatically paying for four-wheel drive hardware they may never need.

Carbonized Gray Metallic and the XLT Black Appearance Package Plus give the truck an entirely different attitude from the traditional chrome-heavy F-150. Gloss-black 20-inch aluminum wheels, dark exterior accents, LED fog lamps and LED reflector headlights create a clean monochromatic look that fits just as naturally in Wesley Chapel or Wiregrass as it does pulling into a job site. Parks Plus helps keep that presentation protected with paint protection, rain repellent and headlight protection, while nitrogen tire service adds another ownership benefit around the 275/60R20 all-season tires.

The naturally aspirated 5.0L V8 is paired with Ford's electronic 10-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive, giving this F-150 the familiar V8 character many truck buyers still specifically search for. A 36-gallon extended-range fuel tank is an especially worthwhile match, allowing longer stretches between stops when the day moves from New Tampa to Lutz, Brandon, Land O' Lakes or farther across Florida. Underneath, the fully boxed steel frame and 6,850-pound GVWR Package provide the proper truck foundation.

This XLT is also ready to earn its keep from the rear bumper back. A factory Class IV trailer hitch with Smart Trailer Tow Connector provides a built-in starting point for compatible boats, utility trailers and recreational equipment, while Trailer Sway Control adds support once underway. Pickup-box tie-down hooks help secure cargo, the power tailgate lock helps control access to the bed, and Zone Lighting can illuminate areas around the truck when work or loading continues after sunset.

Where this build moves well beyond a basic V8 pickup is inside the SuperCrew. Equipment Group 302A adds the power-sliding rear window and LED side-mirror spotlights, while Black cloth 40/console/40 seating surrounds a practical flow-through center console. A 12-inch digital cluster sits directly in front of the driver, and another 12-inch SYNC 4 screen handles entertainment and connected functions. The 5G modem and included one-year connectivity package support compatible Ford app features, while the SecuriCode keypad gives you another way into the truck when carrying the key is inconvenient. Parks Plus fabric and interior protection, cabin sanitizer and antimicrobial treatment help the cabin deal with the less glamorous realities of truck ownership.

A full-size pickup spends plenty of time doing things that have nothing to do with towing or hauling, so Ford also gives this F-150 technology for those miles. BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert helps monitor areas beside and behind the truck, rear parking sensors and a rearview camera help in tighter spaces, and Reverse Brake Assist adds another layer when backing. Lane-Keeping System, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Auto Hold and selectable drive modes support the everyday drive through Tampa traffic.

Every new Ford F-150 at Parks Ford of Wesley Chapel includes our Lifetime Powertrain Warranty. Parks Plus also includes anti-theft VIN etching, stolen-vehicle assistance, roadside assistance and collision loyalty benefits.

There are plenty of ways to build an F-150. This Carbonized Gray 2026 F-150 XLT takes a particularly straightforward route: V8 power instead of downsizing, rear-wheel drive instead of unnecessary complexity, a 36-gallon tank for longer days, factory towing hardware for the jobs that matter and a Black Appearance Package that keeps the whole truck looking sharp. Not all customers may qualify for all rebates. Price includes: $1000 - SSE Down Payment Assistance. Exp. 08/31/2026 $3000 - Retail Customer Cash. Exp. 09/30/2026 Price inc