Ford is reportedly exploring a two-door version of its F-150 Lobo street truck, according to new spy photos. The prototype sports a lowered stance and a mix of styling cues drawn from the existing Lobo and the high-performance Ford Performance FP700S model.
Signs of a New Lobo Variant
The prototype in the latest images uses the regular cab body style, which is typically reserved for the F-150 XL trim, the most basic model in the current lineup. This suggests Ford may be planning to bring the Lobo’s street truck package to a more affordable and traditional two-door cab configuration, rather than limiting it to the crew cab versions offered today.
Visually, the truck wears the distinctive square-jawed front bumper exclusive to the Lobo, along with 22-inch six-spoke wheels similar to those seen on the current Lobo. However, the tested tires are different from the Lobo’s usual Bridgestone Alenza set. Instead, they appear to be Michelin Primacy LTX tires, which Ford typically equips on the FP700S, hinting at a possible connection between these models or shared performance components.
Performance and Styling Details
The headlight setup on this mule is notable for its amber daytime running lights, differing from the white DRLs on the existing Lobo. It also retains halogen headlights rather than the higher-end options found on pricier trims. A dual-exit exhaust system is visible, suggesting a potent V-8 engine may be powering the prototype, although Ford has not confirmed the engine specs in this model.
The FP700S, which shares some tire and performance traits with this prototype, currently runs a 5.0-liter V-8 with a dealer-installed supercharger delivering around 700 horsepower. Earlier this year, Ford offered a similar supercharger kit on the Lobo, which might connect these vehicles technically and visually.
What This Could Mean for Ford Fans
If Ford goes ahead with this two-door F-150 Lobo, it would appeal to enthusiasts nostalgic for the classic street truck look, as the current Lobo only comes as a four-door crew cab. Making the Lobo available on the XL trim could also drop the entry price below the current starting point of nearly $60,000 for the SuperCrew Lobo.
With rival Ram preparing new muscle truck variants like the Rumble Bee family, a two-door street truck from Ford could help keep the F-150 competitive among performance pickup fans.
More details and confirmation from Ford are expected closer to launch.
Source: caranddriver.com
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