First introduced in 2011 in both the Mustang and the Ford F-150, the 5.0L Coyote V8 quickly gained popularity for its impressive reliability and strong performance.

A significant refresh in 2015 paved the way for the third-generation Coyote, which debuted in 2018. This version featured notable upgrades, including port fuel injection and a redesigned engine block tailored for both the Mustang and F-150 platforms. Despite sharing the same core architecture, the two variants weren’t identical—most notably, the F-150 version retained its flex-fuel and E85 compatibility, highlighting Ford’s effort to optimize the engine for different applications.

The focus here is on the third-generation 5.0L Coyote V8 engine equipped with direct injection, specifically found in the 2018 and newer Ford F-150 models. This advanced version of the Coyote was engineered to deliver enhanced power, efficiency, and durability tailored for the demands of modern pickup performance.

Before diving into the details, credit goes to the knowledgeable team at Summit Racing tech department—especially John Jones, Gary Vicich, and Matt Strebler—for their extensive research and contributions that made this Coyote engine specs guide possible.