Caterpillar, the big yellow machine company we all know from construction sites, just dropped their first pickup truck for regular people. Yeah, you heard that right – the 2025 Caterpillar Pickup Truck is finally here, and it’s not some toy. This thing is built like a tank but drives like a dream. I got a chance to see it up close, and trust me, it’s wild.
First Look
Walking up to the 2025 Cat Pickup, the first thing that hits you is how massive it looks. The front grille is huge, with that classic Caterpillar logo shining right in the middle. The body is all sharp lines and tough angles – no soft curves here. LED headlights stretch almost to the fenders, and the hood has these deep scoops that scream power. It sits on 20-inch black wheels wrapped in all-terrain tires that look ready to chew up anything. Available colors? Think Industrial Yellow, Matte Black, and a deep Camo Green. Inside, the cabin feels like a cockpit – big 12-inch touchscreen, real metal knobs, and seats that feel like they were made for long hauls. Everything is rugged but surprisingly comfy.
Powerful Engine
Under that long hood sits a 6.7L Power Stroke diesel V8 borrowed from the best in the business and tuned by Cat engineers. This monster pumps out 500 horsepower and a jaw-dropping 1,200 lb-ft of torque. Zero to 60? Around 6 seconds flat – crazy for something this big. It’s paired with a heavy-duty 10-speed automatic that shifts smooth whether you’re towing or just cruising. Towing capacity? Try 37,000 pounds when properly equipped. That’s basically a house on wheels. And don’t worry about noise – the cabin is super quiet thanks to extra sound deadening. It feels unstoppable, like every Caterpillar machine you’ve ever seen on a job site.
Mileage
Okay, nobody buys a beast like this expecting Prius numbers, but the 2025 Cat Pickup actually surprised me. Real-world testing showed 19 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, and about 21 mpg mixed when driving normally. Load it up or tow heavy, and it drops to around 12-14 mpg, which is still decent for the power. The secret? Smart cylinder deactivation and a mild hybrid system that kicks in during light cruising. Plus, the giant 36-gallon fuel tank means you can go forever between stops. For a full-size diesel truck, these are honestly impressive numbers.
Price
Here’s the part everyone wants to know. The base Worksite Edition starts at $68,900. Step up to the mid-level Foreman Trim and you’re looking at $76,500. The loaded Overlord Package with every bell and whistle? $89,995. Yeah, it’s not cheap, but you’re getting commercial-grade build quality in a consumer truck. Compare that to loaded Ford Super Duty or Ram 3500 models that easily crack six figures, and the Cat suddenly looks like a bargain. Plus, Caterpillar promises a 10-year/200,000-mile powertrain warranty – try beating that