The Ford F-150 King Ranch is Ford’s top-of-the-line trim option, but at nearly $10,000 more than the F-150 Lariat, is it really worth spending the extra money on this Lone Star state-inspired pickup?
F-150 lineup—they both rack up a hefty price tag, but with the F-150 King Ranch starting at over $10,000 more, is it worth the extra dough?
In some ways, yes. But buyers beware—you’ll be paying partially for the King Ranch “brand” just as much as its luxurious interior and extra features. If you’re only looking for a cut above the XLT trim level, the F-150 King Ranch might not be as appealing as the F-150 Lariat.
The F-150 King Ranch: Luxury meets power
Named after (you guessed it) the legendary King Ranch in Texas, this truck has as much personality as the Lone Star state itself. Starting at a little over $56K, according to
Eye-catching and two-tone exterior paint treatment
Adaptive LED projector headlights
Rear heated seats
Adaptive cruise control features
These are just the standard features; dropping nearly another $5,000 adds extras like 20-inch aluminum wheels, a powered tailgate, and an 18-speaker Bang & Olufsen
Spoiler: The F-150 Lariat starts at around $45K; and compared to the King Ranch, this might sway potential buyers right off the bat. It strikes a great balance between affordability and luxury with standard features that include:
18-in. aluminum wheels (just like the F-150 King Ranch)
Power-folding outboard mirrors, handy when you’re towing a trailer or boat
Standard LED fog lights
A large 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system
Ventilated and heated front seats
A 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with memory capabilities
Compared with the Ford F-150 King Ranch, the F-150 Lariat comes with a few less perks, but still has a capable and more economical 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 that offers a formidable 325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. The Lariat also has blind-spot detection, a must for a vehicle of its size.
The Ford F-150 King Ranch: beautiful, but overpriced
The Ford F-150 King Ranch is a beautiful truck inside and out—but for nearly $60,000, there’s not much more it offers over the F-150 Lariat. Buyers are mostly paying for the King Ranch sticker, some
, and a few other goodies that might seem appealing, but probably aren’t worth the extra 10 grand.
Our choice is clear; and despite being a little underpowered when compared with the Ford F-150 King Ranch, the F-150 Lariat offers a slightly stripped-down interior and exterior, but at a more reasonable price point. Yet for those who are looking for Ford’s most luxurious trim option with no expenses spared, the Ford F-150 King Ranch is the perfect truck.
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