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2023 Ford F-150 Selectable Driving Modes

2022 Ford F-150 towing a large trailer in the snow

The 2023 Ford F-150 features a variety of selectable driving modes, allowing drivers to tailor their 2023 F-150 driving experience as they see fit. Wondering what driving modes are available for the 2023 Ford F-150? Below, we’ve broken down everything drivers need to know about this pickup truck’s available driving modes. 


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List of 2023 Ford F-150 Driving Modes 

The selectable driving modes available for the 2023 Ford F-150 will vary by configuration. Drivers who opt for a 4×2 model will be able to choose between Normal, ECO, Sport, Tow/Haul, Slippery, and Trail modes. Drivers who instead opt for the 4×4 model will be able to choose from Normal, ECO, Sport, Tow/Haul, Deep Snow/Sand, and Mud/Ruts. Also available in select configurations (such as the Tremor or Raptor trims) is a unique Rock Crawl mode, which smooths out travel over uneven terrain. 

2023 Ford F-150 towing a trailer

What Does Each 2023 Ford F-150 Driving Mode Do? 

The 2023 Ford F-150’s driving modes each modify the vehicle’s Electronic Stability Control system and Traction Control to achieve different goals. The Mud/Ruts mode locks the vehicle’s 4WD system while boosting torque, helping the vehicle maintain forward momentum. The ECO mode tunes the vehicle for maximum fuel economy, while the Sport trim maximizes performance. Slippery mode controls the throttle, enhancing the vehicle’s handling. Deep Snow/Sand engages the 4×4 system to provide greater grip, while Tow/Haul mode enhances the vehicle’s towing capability. 

Ten-Speed Automatic Transmission 

Every 2023 Ford F-150 comes equipped with a ten-speed automatic transmission, greatly enhancing the pickup’s performance and handling. No matter which driving mode your 2023 Ford F-150 is currently operating in, this transmission system will be hard at work to make sure your vehicle responds the way you want it to. 

Shop for the 2023 Ford F-150 at Southlake Ford 

Southlake Ford, located at 18001 Leslie St., is the perfect place for drivers in the Newmarket, Ontario area to shop for the 2023 Ford F-150 and other popular Ford vehicles. Have any questions about this iconic pickup truck? Don’t hesitate to give us a call at (905) 853 – 5000 (ext. 0).