Offering both a reasonable price and loads of modern features, the 2022 Ford F-150 XLT is a fan favorite. Drivers turn to this F-150 trim model for a capable work truck and a comfortable everyday cruise. Best of all, you can tailor this light-duty truck to suit a wide range of needs, thanks to its many powertrain, body style, and equipment options.
Why choose the 2022 Ford F-150 XLT?
Drive home in the F-150 XLT for a great price on a nicely equipped pickup truck. Compared to the base XL model, the next-level XLT adds features modern drivers can certainly appreciate, like power windows and door locks. You also get more safety aids, convenience features, and carpeted flooring instead of vinyl. And the XLT opens the door for an impressive list of options, so you can create the truck that really speaks to your daily drive.
Which features come with the 2022 Ford F-150 XLT?
Compared to the base F-150, the XLT adds many features you don’t want to be without, including power door locks and windows. The XLT also includes carpeted flooring and a few extra safety aids, adding to your overall comfort and peace of mind. This pickup truck also includes many of the features you’ll find on the base model, including the smartphone-savvy infotainment system and cloth upholstery.
Compared to the base XL, the XLT adds a number of upgrades:
- 17-inch aluminum wheels
- Front-seat lumbar adjustments
- Carpeted flooring
- Power windows and door locks
- Cruise control
- Power-locking tailgate
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Lane-keeping assist
- Rear automatic braking
But the XLT also includes many of the same features as the base XL:
- Single-zone air conditioning
- 4-inch productivity screen
- SYNC 4 with 8-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Forward collision mitigation
- Fog lamps
- Trailer sway control and pre-wired trailer connections
If you want some extra creature comforts and tech features, the XLT offers a variety of options:
- Dual-zone automate climate control
- 8-inch productivity screen
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- Power-adjustable pedals
- SYNC 4 with enhanced voice recognition and 12-inch touchscreen
How powerful is the 2022 Ford F-150 XLT?
The standard XLT engine, the 3.3-liter V6, provides 290 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque. However, if you need more power, you have a host of options to help you get the job done. The optional turbocharged 2.7-liter V6 increases both power and efficiency. And the PowerBoost hybrid V6 takes both power and efficiency to the max, earning up to 25 mpg combined. If you’re building a work truck, you’ll be happy to know that the 5.0-liter V8 can help you haul max payloads and the turbo 3.5-liter V6 can help you tow max loads.
When you’re shopping for an F-150 XLT, you can choose from these five engine options:
- 3.3-liter V6 (290 horsepower, 265 lb-ft of torque)
- Turbocharged 2.7L V6 (325 hp, 400 lb-ft)
- 5.0L V8 (400 hp, 410 lb-ft)
- Turbo 3.5L V6 (400 hp, 500 lb-ft)
- PowerBoost hybrid turbo 3.5L V6 (430 hp, 570 lb-ft)
What does the 2022 Ford F-150 XLT cost?
Ford’s mid-range F-150 trim model starts at about $39,165 as of this writing. For this price, you get all of the XLT’s standard features, from its strong V6 powertrain to modern convenience gear. Of course, optional features cost extra! If you need a little help building the best XLT for your needs, our team at Lunghammer Ford can help.