What Do the 2023 F-150 Trim Levels Offer?

Rugged and dependable, the “Built Ford Tough,” Ford F-150 outsells all other pickup trucks year in and year out. Ford offers the 2023 F-150 in eight trims - XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, Limited, Tremor, and Raptor. A choice of front and all-wheel drive, a variety of bed and cab combinations, and lots of available add-ons make finding the perfect F-150, for every want and budget, a breeze. Here’s a look at the notable standard performance, interior, and safety features offered on each trim for the 2023 Ford F-150.

The 2023 Ford F-150 XL

Performance - Ford makes base XL trims in six different cab/box combinations, each in front-wheel or AWD, for a total of 12 unique configurations. Cab/Box combos include,

• SuperCrew cab - five-and-a-half or six-and-a-half foot box
• Regular cab - six-and-a-half or eight-foot box
• SuperCab - six-and-a-half or eight-foot box

Ford F-150 XL models also come with a choice of two engines - a 430-hp, 3.5-liter, V-6 hybrid, or a 290.0-hp, 3.3-liter, V-6 gas engine which also takes flex fuel. The larger 430–hp engine tows up to 9,300 pounds while the smaller 3.3-liter plant can handle as much as 5,100 pounds. AWD models also come standard with Electronic-Shift-On-the-Fly (ESOF) with Neutral Towing Capability. Selectable Drive Modes include Normal, ECO, Sport, Tow/Haul, Slippery, and Trail on the two-wheel drive models, while 4x4 configurations add Deep Snow/Sand, and Mud/Rut settings.

Interior/Technology - Base XL models start with an advanced infotainment system that features Ford’s SYNC 4, and 8-Inch Capacitive Touchscreen, and FordPass Connect -a 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot. The industry-leading system also features an Advanced Drive-Assist Display, Bluetooth connectivity, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration.

Safety - Safety-wise, all 2023 Ford F-150 models come with Ford CoPilot 360, a suite of driver-assist features that includes Automatic on/off Headlamps with RainLamp Wiper Activated Headlamps, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, and a reverse sensing system.

The 2023 Ford F-150 XLT

Going up to the XLT model adds more of everything that most buyers will appreciate.

Performance - XLT trims feature all of the same Cab/Bed combinations and performance features as XL models.

Interior/Technology - XLT editions add availability for features like an 8-Inch Productivity Screen, Power-Adjustable Pedals, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.

Safety - XLT trims get upgraded to Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0 which adds Lane-Keeping Assist, BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert, and a dozen or so other optional features.

The 2023 Ford F-150 Lariat

Ford F-150 Lariat models add several nice features across the board.

Performance - Ford manufactures F-150 Lariat editions in SuperCrew cab only. Just like the XL and XLT models, the Lariat’s SuperCrew cab comes in a choice of five-and-a-half or six-and-a-half foot box. Going up to the Lariat trim adds a Two-Speed Automatic Four-Wheel Drive System with Neutral Towing Capability on AWD models.

Interior/Technology -.Moving up to the Lariat trim adds Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start, Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control, and heated/ventilated front seats, among other things.

Safety - Safety upgrades include, BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert and Trailer Tow Coverage, Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control as an option, and BlueCruise - also as an option.

The 2023 Ford F-150 King Ranch

The 2023 Ford F-150 King Ranch trim adds several style, comfort, convenience, and safety features.

Performance - King Ranch trims, as well as all subsequent models, come in the same cab and bed configurations as Lariat models, but Ford offers a larger 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 engine as well as 20-inch wheels on the King Ranch.

Interior/Technology - King Ranch models get a boost in the infotainment department as SYNC 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition comes standard. The sound system also gets upgraded to a Bang and Olufsen premium system with connected built-in navigation.

Safety - King Ranch editions come with all of the aforementioned safety features and add Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control as standard.

The 2023 Ford F-150 Platinum

Platinum models feature several notable upgrades over King Ranch trims.

Performance - Platinum trims come with all of the same performance features as King Ranch trims.

Interior/Technology - Platinum trims come with all of the same upgrades featured on King Ranch models.

Safety - Platinum models add Ford’s 360 Degree camera packag

e which provides a bird’s eye view around the entire F-150.

The 2023 Ford F-150 Limited

Ford F-150 Limited models take things up a notch.

Performance - Ford F-150 Limited models come standard with a 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 engine, 22-inch wheels, and Ford’s SelectShift Automatic Transmission with Progressive Range Select.

Interior/Technology - Limited models carry over all of the same comfort and convenience features found on Platinum trims.

Safety - optional features such as Pro Trailer Backup Assist, Ford BlueCruise 1.0 with Active Park Assist 2.0 and Forward Sensing System, and BlueCruise become standard on Limited editions.

The 2023 Ford F-150 Tremor

Perfect for every adventure, the Ford F-150 Tremor takes on city streets and backroads with equal ease.

Performance - Notable performance features found on F-150 Tremor models include 18-inch aluminum wheels with a dark matte finish, a 9.75-inch gearset, an available 4.10 front axle, and a Hi-Lock transfer case. Also standard, is the previously mentioned 5-liter V-8 engine, as well as off-road front and rear shocks (with the Tremor logo on the rears). Tremor editions also add Trail Control with Trail 1-Pedal Drive and Trail Turn Assist (optional), and Rock Crawl to the terrain management system.

Interior/Technology - Standard interior comforts found on Tremor models closely mirror those found on Platinum trims.

Safety -tremor editions build on prior models and add Trail Control with Trail 1-Pedal Drive and Trail Turn Assist as a standard feature.

The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor

Also, ready for every situation, the Ford F-150 Raptor takes on the toughest terrain without compromise.

Performance - Every 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor comes standard with an Electronic-Locking rear differential, a Two-Speed Automatic Four-Wheel Drive System with Neutral Towing Capability, and a Hi-Lock transfer case. Engine choices include the standard 3.5L EcoBoost High-Output V-6 or an available High-Output 5.2L Supercharged V8.

Interior/Technology - A few of the many additional interior upgrades found on Raptor trims include an interior work surface, power-adjustable pedals with memory, and standard ambient lighting.

Safety - Safety-wise, Raptor trims come with all of the same advanced driver-assist features found across the entire line of Ford F-150s.

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