What kind of seats are in a Ford F-150?
The Ford F-150 offers a range of seating configurations and materials that vary by cab type and trim level. This article summarizes the common options you’ll find across the current generation (2021–present) and how they differ by model year, trim, and configuration.
In short, you can expect front seating to be either a bench (in some base configurations) or bucket seats (in most Crew Cab setups), with cloth upholstery on entry trims and leather-appointed options on higher trims. Heated front seats are widely available, ventilated front seats appear on top trims, and power adjustments (often with memory settings) are common in mid-to-high trims. The rear seats are typically a foldable bench in Crew Cab versions, designed to balance passenger space with cargo versatility.
Seat configurations by cab and trim
Below is a snapshot of how seat layouts tend to be organized across common F-150 cab styles and trim levels:
- Regular Cab: Front bench seat (accommodates up to three) with cloth upholstery on base models; higher trims may offer upgraded fabrics or leather-appointed options.
- SuperCab (Extended): Front bucket seats with a center console is common in many trims; rear seating configuration provides additional passenger space, with fold-down options in some setups.
- SuperCrew (Crew): Front bucket seats with a large center console; rear seat is typically a 60/40 split bench to maximize passenger and cargo flexibility.
These layouts can shift with year and trim, so always verify the exact configuration for the specific model you’re considering.
Materials and comfort features by trim
The upholstery and comfort features scale with trim level, reflecting whether the F-150 is meant for work, family transport, or premium comfort.
- Cloth seats: Standard on entry-level trims for practical durability and easy cleaning.
- Leather-appointed seats: Available or standard on mid-to-high trims (such as Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, and higher); provides a more premium look and feel.
- Heated front seats: Widely available across many trims; more common on mid and upper trims, especially in colder climates.
- Ventilated (cooling) front seats: Offered on upper trims to enhance comfort in warm weather.
- Power-adjustable front seats with lumbar support: Common across most trims, with enhanced adjustability on higher grades; memory settings appear on premium trims.
- Front-row heated steering wheel: Available on higher trims for added winter comfort.
As a rule, higher trims (Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited in many model years) bring leather, heating, cooling, and memory features, while base XL and some XLT configurations lean toward cloth and fewer comfort extras.
Rear seating and practicality
Rear seating plays a key role in everyday utility, especially on Crew Cab models designed for families or work crews.
- Rear seating in Crew Cab models typically uses a foldable 60/40 split bench, designed to accommodate different passenger and cargo needs.
- Fold-flat capabilities: In many configurations, rear seats can be folded to extend the cargo floor when transporting longer items.
- Passenger capacity: Crew Cab models generally seat up to five people when front seats are configured with buckets and a rear bench (or three across the front with a bench in some cases), depending on trim and configuration.
Rear seating options are designed to balance passenger comfort with the practical demands of a full-size pickup, and some trims add enhanced legroom or comfort features for rear passengers.
Summary
Across the current Ford F-150 lineup, seating choices range from practical cloth seats with bench configurations on base models to leather-appointed, heated, and even ventilated options on higher trims. Front seating is typically bucket-style on Crew Cab configurations, with a versatile 60/40 split rear bench that can fold to increase cargo space. Availability of specific features—cloth vs leather, heated/ventilated seats, memory settings, and the exact rear-seat arrangement—depends on the model year, trim, and cab configuration. Always check the exact specifications for the year and trim you’re considering, as Ford rotates packages over time.
