2013 Ford F-150 Speaker Sizes

The 2013 Ford F-150 factory audio system features specific mounting locations that accept various audio components. An a-pillar accommodates a 0.75 inch speaker size, while a dashboard accepts 3.5 inch speakers, and front door panels along with rear door panels support 6x8 inch units. Compatible speaker types for a replacement and upgrade consist of tweeters and full-range units.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
A-Pillar 0.75 Tweeter
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Professional installation recommended
  • Low replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: high
Dashboard 3.5 Full-Range
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 6x8 Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 6x8 Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2013 Ford F-150 Speaker Replacement Summary

4 total positions
2 easy to replace
1 high priority
1 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 2 Medium: 1 High: 1

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 2 Low: 1

2013 Ford F-150 Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2013 Ford F-150 utilizes a three-component speaker arrangement in the front audio stage, with dedicated tweeters positioned in the A-pillars at 0.75 inch, supplemented by 3.5 inch full-range units in the dashboard and 6x8 inch full-range speakers in the front door panels.
  • Front door panel speakers at 6x8 inch typically handle the majority of midrange and bass frequencies in the factory configuration, which may make them a logical starting point for aftermarket upgrades when seeking improved overall sound quality.
  • The A-pillar tweeters could work in conjunction with upgraded door speakers to maintain proper high-frequency dispersion, though their 0.75 inch specification suggests they may be designed for frequencies above approximately 3-4 kHz.
  • Dashboard speakers at 3.5 inch tend to provide center-stage fill in the soundstage, though their smaller cone area generally limits low-frequency output compared to the larger door-mounted units.
  • Rear door panels feature the same 6x8 inch full-range specification as the front doors, which may simplify parts sourcing when replacing multiple speaker locations with matching aftermarket components.
  • The 6x8 inch oval format in both front and rear doors represents a non-standard size that typically requires speakers specifically designed for this footprint rather than round alternatives.
  • Both Single DIN and Double DIN radio configurations are noted as compatible with the 2013 Ford F-150, which provides flexibility in head unit selection when upgrading the source component.
  • The factory tweeter placement in the A-pillars generally positions high frequencies closer to ear level, which can contribute to improved imaging compared to dashboard-only installations in some listening positions.