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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Truck |
| Base Price | $32,306–$38,132 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2016 Ford F-150 S is a truck that earns a Carivo score of 7.5/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.3/10, while Technology at 6.8/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.2/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 8.3/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.9/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. Technology scores 6.8/10 — the infotainment and driver-assist features feel dated against current-generation rivals. This is worth weighing if you prioritize connected features or modern safety tech.
Priced from $32,306–$38,132, 14 MPG, seating 5, the Ford F-150 S sits in the mid-market bracket of the truck segment. At 7.3/10 for value, it delivers fair pricing for what's on offer, though the best alternatives in this price range score slightly higher. At 10 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2016 Ford F-150 S will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on technology if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good truck should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2016 Ford F-150 S ranks #186 of 515 trucks in the Carivo database — better than 64% of the segment. Its 7.5/10 overall score is 0.1 points above the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $32,306 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $35,138 by about 8%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Truck ranking →
Across the F-150 S model years we've scored, the 2016 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.9/10 | $43,783 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.9/10 | $42,509 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.8/10 | $41,234 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.7/10 | $39,959 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.6/10 | $38,683 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.7/10 | $37,408 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.5/10 | $36,133 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.5/10 | $34,857 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.6/10 | $33,582 | Read review → |
| 2016 (this review) | 7.5/10 | $32,306 | |
| 2015 | 7.4/10 | $31,031 | Read review → |
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