The F-150 is not only the bestselling vehicle in America it is also one of if not the most
versatile vehicles you can buy today when it comes to options and outfitting it to your
personal preferences and style.
This is because you can have the F-150 in 7 distinct trim levels.
Each trim level brings its positives and available options but which one should you choose?
Let’s look at each of them to help you decide which trim suits you best!
The XL trim is the entry-level trim.
This trim is what you will mostly find on work trucks on the job site or purchased by
commercial and municipal purposes.
However, more than just a barebones no-frills truck the XL can be outfitted with the STX
package that gives you sporty body color matched trim and 20-inch wheels as well as creature
comforts like the SYNC 3 infotainment system and a flow-through center console.
The base engine for the XL is the 3.3L V6 however you can option your XL with the 2.7L
or 3.5L V6’s or the 5.0L V8 which is also true for most every trim in the lineup but
we will touch on the trim specific engines in a bit.
The XL can also be outfitted with vinyl seats for easy cleanup.
Obviously, the XL is the most cost conscience option of all the trims and gives you the
most truck for your buck.
The XLT trim expands on the XL by offering more options to up fit your truck to make
it a bit more luxurious with navigation, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated seats,
and remote start to name a few.
You also have the option of fitting your XLT with the Special Edition package that includes
a unique interior, special 20-inch wheels, blacked out trim, decals and badging.
The Lariat is a strong departure from just the basics offered in the XL.
The Lariat is where things get luxurious with standard Sync 3 and leather seats, an EcoBoost
engine standard, push-button start, and a bevy of optional add ons.
The B&O audio system is available in the Lariat as well as remote tailgate release and additional
safety add ons like BLIS with trailer monitoring, a 360-degree backup camera, active park assist,
and the lane keeping system.
The Lariat is also where the 3.0L Power Stroke diesel engine becomes an optional power train
choice.
The King Ranch is unique as it takes the luxury of the Lariat and adds a western spin based
on its namesake, the King Ranch in Texas.
A staple in the F-Series lineup for almost 2 decades the King Ranch offers exclusive
two-tone leather interior, chrome exterior elements, King Ranch badging throughout and
the 5.0L V8 standard.
Optional power running boards and 20-inch wheels put the King Ranch over the top.
The Platinum is the ying to the King Ranch yang with more of an urban/suburban flare
to its styling that looks good cruising the town or parked at the local market.
The Platinum features chrome exterior accents and wood grain trim on the interior.
The Platinum also comes with the 5.0L V8 standard and this is attached to the 10-speed automatic
transmission also found in most trims.
While the platinum comes standard with all black leather heated and cooled seats you
can also outfit it with a dark marsala color as well.
The Raptor is its own thing in the world of the F-150, often not even referred to as an
F-150 but just as the Ford Raptor.
However, the Raptor adds its own unique flair and capability that is found in no other trim
level.
Features like a wider track with flared front and rear fenders, 35 inch BF Goodrich k02
tires standard, high-performance off-road fox suspension, a unique grille, and drive
modes exclusive to the Raptor.
The 3.5L High Output engine offers 450 horsepower and 510 ft.lbs of torque and is only available
in the Raptor or Limited trims.
The top of the food chain in the F-150 lineup is the Limited.
Outfitted with the same engine as the Raptor the limited is the on-road opposite of the
Raptor.
You get every creature comfort and safety option available on other trim levels standard
on the limited.
You also get unique to the limited leather trimmed bucket seats that change in color
with each model year.
22 Inch polished aluminum wheels set off the exterior that also features an exclusive grille
design.
No matter which F-150 you go with you will be making the right choice as each is built
Ford tough and continues the F-series legacy with every mile driven.
If you would like to experience any one of these trims you have to make your way to our
lots.
And remember that Richmond Ford is driven by you!