2013 Ford F-150 MPG
EPA ratings for the 2013 Ford F-150 run from 12–17 mpg in town to 16–23 on the highway, or 13–19 combined, depending on which of its 15 versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 3.7-liter 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, at 19 mpg combined. At the other end, the 6.2-liter 8-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive manages 13 mpg combined, 6 mpg less. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2012 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV | 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Gasoline or E85 · 471 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV | 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Gasoline or E85 · 470 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD | 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Regular · 481 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD | 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Regular · 481 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFV | 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 21 | 18 | Gasoline or E85 · 505 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFV | 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 21 | 18 | Gasoline or E85 · 505 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Gasoline or E85 · 519 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Gasoline or E85 · 519 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD | 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Regular · 519 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD | 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Regular · 519 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFV | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | Gasoline or E85 · 557 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFV | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | Gasoline or E85 · 558 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 | Regular · 599 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Raptor Pickup 4WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 12 | 16 | 13 | Regular · 675 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 12 | 16 | 13 | Regular · 663 g CO₂/mi |
2013 Ford F-150 fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2013 Ford F-150 costs about $3,440 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (19 mpg combined), or roughly 23 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (13 mpg combined) comes to about $5,030 a year, $1,590 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2013 Ford F-150 specs
The EPA lists 4 engine choices for the 2013 Ford F-150: 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo, 3.7 L 6-cyl, 5.0 L 8-cyl and 6.2 L 8-cyl. It came with an automatic transmission, in four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive versions. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Standard Pickup Trucks" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L turbo | 6 | Automatic 6-spd; Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive; Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 4 |
| 3.7 L | 6 | Automatic 6-spd; Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive; Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 4 |
| 5.0 L | 8 | Automatic 6-spd; Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive; Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 4 |
| 6.2 L | 8 | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive; Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 3 |
2013 Ford F-150 problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 2,991 owner complaints about the 2013 Ford F-150.
Power train is the most-reported area (34% of component mentions), followed by engine (14%) and electrical system (8%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 213 complaints a year: more than the 2012 (118 a year) and the 2014 (118 a year).
That ranks 3rd of 17 Ford F-150 model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 2,991, 78 mention a crash, 35 a fire and 53 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 1,357 | 34% |
| Engine | 548 | 14% |
| Electrical system | 325 | 8% |
| Service brakes | 321 | 8% |
| Vehicle speed control | 303 | 8% |
| Unknown or other | 226 | 6% |
| Steering | 217 | 5% |
| Visibility/wiper | 146 | 4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 130 | 3% |
| Visibility | 55 | 1% |
| Structure | 48 | 1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 47 | 1% |
| Wheels | 40 | 1% |
| Air bags | 39 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 30 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 28 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 20 | <1% |
| Suspension | 20 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 17 | <1% |
| Tires | 13 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 11 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 9 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 7 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | <1% |
| Seats | 4 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 3 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 2 | <1% |
| Traction control system | 2 | <1% |
| Child seat | 1 | <1% |
| Equipment | 1 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
Was Driving my truck on the highway, when it slammed into 1st gear on its own, was going about 65 MPH and almost lost control of the vehicle. …
I am submitting this complaint because my 2013 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost developed a serious and potentially life-threatening engine defect that placed me and my family in immediate danger. …
Fuse number 75 in power distribution box in engine compartment getting hot and melting not blowing the fuse but swelling and breaking contact therefore cause all lights to flash on the dash or nothing at all. …
2013 Ford F-150 recalls
The 2013 Ford F-150 has been the subject of 3 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 19V433000 from June 2019, concerns power train.
Power train accounts for 2 of the 3 campaigns, more than any other area.
19V433000 · June 10, 2019 · Power train
Problem: The software used to reprogram the PCM did not have the necessary updates to prevent the transmission from unexpectedly downshifting into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.
Risk: Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | F-150 years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V075000 | February 11, 2019 | Power train | 2011–2013 |
| 16V345000 | May 24, 2016 | Hydraulic service brakes | 2013–2014 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 6 versions of the 2013 Ford F-150; the best overall score is 4 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Cab PU/RC 4x2 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Regular Cab PU/RC 4x4 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Super Crew PU/CC 4x4 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Super Crew PU/CC 4x2 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Supercab PU/EC 4x2 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Supercab PU/EC 4x4 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Ford F-150s can be compared fairly. Among other 2013 models in the EPA's standard pickup trucks class, the 2013 Chevy Silverado 1500 (18 mpg) and 2013 Ram 1500 (21 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 17 | 843 | 49 | 1 |
| 2011 | 19 | 2,193 | 136 | 6 |
| 2012 | 19 | 1,784 | 118 | 4 |
| 2013 | 19 | 2,991 | 213 | 3 |
| 2014 | 19 | 1,538 | 118 | 8 |
| 2015 | 22 | 1,739 | 144 | 14 |
| 2016 | 21 | 2,084 | 188 | 14 |
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FAQ
Is the 2013 F-150 a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2013 Ford F-150 has 213 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (3rd most of 17 model years), 3 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 4 stars and up to 19 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2013 F-150 problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are power train (1,357), engine (548) and electrical system (325). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2013 F-150 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2013 F-150 get?
The EPA rates the versions at 13–19 mpg combined (12–17 city, 16–23 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 F-150 per year?
About $3,440 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $5,030 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).