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2026 Ford F-150 in Newport, Arkansas

The new F-150 is sold next door at George Kell Ford, 3710 South Van Dyke Road. Use this page to compare 2026 trims, the 5.0 V8, EcoBoost and 4x4 setups, then confirm the exact truck on the Ford lot. Capability numbers below are Ford's published max-available figures — they change with cab, bed, axle and equipment.

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What's new on the 2026 F-150

Ford's 2026 F-150 page lists a few changes that matter if you are replacing a 2025 truck: the 3.5L PowerBoost full hybrid V6 is available on more trims, a Ford Connectivity Package is new, the STX Lobo package pairs a lowered rear with the 5.0L V8, and XLT Chrome and Satin Platinum appearance packages are new for 2026. None of those packages are automatic. Ask sales to read the window sticker for the stock number you want.

Ford also publishes best-in-class max available towing of 13,500 pounds, max available payload of 2,440 pounds, and max available torque of 640 lb-ft on a correctly equipped 2026 F-150. Those are ceiling figures for specific builds, not the rating of every truck on the Newport lot.

2026 F-150 trims we help you compare

XL and STX

Work-oriented XL and street-styled STX are the usual starting points. STX can add the Lobo package: Ford describes a 2-inch lowered rear, gloss-black 22-inch wheels and the 5.0L V8. Confirm ride height and tire size before you assume it will pull farm or job-site duty the same way an XL 4x4 will.

XLT

XLT is the volume 2026 F-150 most shoppers ask for. Ford lists available PowerBoost hybrid, 360-degree camera, zone lighting, Pro Trailer Hitch Assist and BlueCruise on select XLT trucks. If you searched for a 2026 F-150 XLT or 2026 F-150 XLT 4x4, start here and we will match cab, bed and drivetrain to what is in stock.

Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum

Lariat is where Ford lists the 5.0L V8 more often, plus two-speed 4WD with a neutral tow position, B&O audio and BlueCruise. King Ranch and Platinum add leather, wood or blacked-out trim, and comfort equipment. Interior photos online will not match every Newport truck — walk the lot or request current pictures of the VIN.

Tremor and Raptor

Tremor is the factory off-road F-150 with 33-inch all-terrain tires and available 5.0L V8. Raptor and Raptor R use high-output or supercharged V8 powertrains and a 5.5-foot bed. These trucks are allocated, not built-to-order off the shelf. Call before a long drive from Jonesboro, Searcy or Batesville.

Engines: 5.0 V8, EcoBoost and PowerBoost

Ford lists these 2026 F-150 engines: 2.7L EcoBoost V6, 3.5L EcoBoost V6, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8, 3.5L PowerBoost full hybrid V6, high-output 3.5L EcoBoost V6, and 5.2L supercharged V8 on Raptor R. Published max available tow ratings from Ford are 8,400 pounds for the 2.7 EcoBoost, 11,600 pounds for PowerBoost and 13,500 pounds for the 3.5 EcoBoost. The 5.0 V8 remains the engine people search for as "F-150 5.0" and "F-150 V8." It is not on every XLT.

If you need a specific engine for towing, farm work or fuel cost, say that first. We will filter Newport stock by engine, axle ratio and 4x4 rather than sending you a truck that only matches the trim name.

Cab, bed and 4x4 combinations

Ford still offers Regular Cab with 6.5- or 8-foot beds, SuperCab with a 6.5-foot bed, and SuperCrew with 5.5- or 6.5-foot beds. Raptor uses the 5.5-foot bed. Four-wheel drive is the configuration most Northeast Arkansas buyers want for gravel, fields and winter. Two-wheel-drive trucks exist; do not assume 4x4 from the photo.

Shopping a leftover 2025 F-150

Search traffic for "2025 Ford F-150" is still large. Some 2025 trucks remain as new leftovers or late-model used units while 2026 inventory arrives. If you want last-year pricing or a specific 2025 XLT 5.0, say so. We will not list a 2025 as a 2026, and we will not promise a 2025 is still here without a stock check.

Used and pre-owned F-150s also sit on the Ford lot. Our used-vehicle shopping guide covers Ford Blue Certified questions and which rooftop to call.

Service, tires and accessories after you buy

George Kell Ford services the F-150 you buy here, including factory warranty and recall work. For Super Duty Power Stroke diesels use our diesel truck service page. Light-duty F-150 gas and hybrid trucks use the Ford service department at 3710 South Van Dyke Road. Tires, bed equipment and window tint are handled in Newport — start with tires, accessories and window tint.

Northeast Arkansas F-150 shoppers

We regularly work with buyers from Newport, Jonesboro, Searcy, Batesville, Bald Knob, Augusta, Tuckerman, Walnut Ridge and the rest of Jackson, Independence, White and Craighead counties. Call before you leave town so we can hold a truck, send the window sticker, or tell you it already sold.

Talk to George Kell Ford

Prices, incentives and availability change. Confirm the VIN, window sticker and current Ford offers before you travel.

Common F-150 questions

Where do I buy a new Ford F-150 in Newport?

New F-150 trucks are at George Kell Ford, 3710 South Van Dyke Road, Newport, AR 72112. Chevrolet and GMC are next door at 3808 and do not sell new Fords. Call 870-523-5559.

What is new on the 2026 Ford F-150?

Ford lists wider PowerBoost hybrid availability, a Connectivity Package, the STX Lobo 5.0 V8 package, and new XLT Chrome and Satin Platinum appearance packages. Confirm packages on the specific Newport VIN.

Which 2026 F-150 trims can I shop?

XL, STX, XLT, Lariat, Tremor, King Ranch, Platinum and Raptor. Stock depends on allocation. Ask which trims are on the lot today.

Does the 2026 F-150 still offer the 5.0 V8?

Yes. Ford still lists the 5.0L Ti-VCT V8, including on Lariat, Tremor and STX Lobo. It is not on every truck. Check the window sticker.

How much can a 2026 Ford F-150 tow?

Ford's published max available rating is 13,500 pounds on a correctly equipped 3.5L EcoBoost. Other engines rate lower. Use the VIN and Ford's towing guide.

Can I still buy a 2025 Ford F-150 in Newport?

Possibly, as leftover new or late-model used stock. Call 870-523-5559 and ask for current 2025 and 2026 F-150 stock numbers. We will not relabel a 2025 as a 2026.