Can you get a bench seat in a truck?
Where bench seats still exist in new trucks
Below are current examples of models and configurations where a front bench seat can still be found in new pickups today.
- Ford F-150 Regular Cab: In the Regular Cab configuration, Ford has offered a 3-person front bench seat on at least some trims, allowing three occupants in the front row. Higher cab styles (SuperCab/SuperCrew) use bucket seats with a center console.
- Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Regular Cab: The Silverado Regular Cab variant has historically been offered with a front bench seat for three across on base trims.
- GMC Sierra 1500 Regular Cab: The Sierra Regular Cab arrangement can include a three-across front bench in certain trims.
- Ram 1500 Regular Cab: The Ram 1500 Regular Cab is commonly available with a front bench seat in base/work-truck trims to accommodate three occupants in the front row.
Note: Availability varies by model year and market. Always confirm the cab configuration and trim with the dealer, as bench seating is not universal across all body styles or model years.
Shopping considerations if you want a bench seat
When evaluating options, keep these factors in mind to determine whether a bench seat fits your needs and budget.
- Cab configuration and trim: A front bench seat is typically tied to Regular Cab body style and base trims; in crew-cab layouts, bucket seats are standard.
- Cost and value: Bench seats can reduce base price on some trims but may limit available features or cargo space in the front console area.
- Comfort and usability: A center position in the bench uses a three-across cushion; some drivers find the middle position less comfortable and it may affect belt/airbag configurations.
- Resale and parts availability: Bench-seat trucks are less common in modern lineups, which can affect resale value and aftermarket parts availability.
- Certification and safety: Verify that the vehicle’s airbags and seat belts are designed for a three-across front seating arrangement.
If you can’t find a bench seat in your preferred model, consider these alternatives: look for a Regular Cab version of a compatible truck, search for older model years that offered bench seating, or explore aftermarket front bench-seat options with caution and professional installation.
Alternative paths to three-across seating
Regular Cab options are the simplest route to three-across seating. If none are available, you might consider a used model from a year when bench seats were offered, or discuss aftermarket bench-seat installs with a qualified installer—but be mindful of impacts on warranty and safety systems.
Summary
Front bench seats in trucks are not as common today as bucket seats with center consoles, but they do exist in Regular Cab base-trim configurations from several full-size brands, notably Ford, Chevrolet, GMC, and Ram. If you value three-across seating in the front, your best bet is to target Regular Cab versions and verify the exact trim and options with the dealer. For many buyers, bucket seats with a console offer more comfort and storage, making bench seats a niche choice to be pursued with careful research.
Is there a 6 seat pickup truck?
With its blend of power, technology, and upscale design, the Ram 1500 remains one of the most well-rounded six-seater trucks on the market.
Can you still get a truck with a bench seat?
Trucks and full size suvs (suburban, etc) still come with bench seats.
Why don't trucks have bench seats anymore?
Bench seats vanished because modern safety engineering, packaging of electronics and HVAC, and consumer preference for individual seats and center consoles made front-middle seating impractical, costly, and less comfortable. The few remaining benches appear only where utility outweighs those drawbacks.
What states allow sitting in a truck bed?
California: It is legal to ride in the bed of a truck as long as the truck is not on the highway and there is a federally approved restrain system (California Vehicle Code §23116)
