2023 Ford F-150 XL vs. XLT: What's the Difference?

You’re looking for a full-size light duty truck that gets the job done in Greenacres or West Palm Beach, but you’re on a budget and you don’t need a lot of bells and whistles. Where do you start your search? By taking a look at the 2023 Ford F-150 XL and XLT at Al Packer Ford Royal Palm Beach. As the two base trim levels of the Ford F-150, the XL and XLT bring plenty of brawn and work power to whatever needs to get done. Which one is best for the way you drive? Take a look, then shop our new Ford F-150 inventory to choose your truck. 

Ford F-150 XL vs. XLT: Starting Price

When comparing the Ford F-150 XL vs. XLT, one primary difference you’ll notice is the pricing:

• 2023 Ford F-150 XL: $33,695 Starting MSRP
• 2023 Ford F-150 XLT: $41,800 Starting MSRP

Why such a difference in price? The Ford F-150 XL is the base level configuration for the model. While the F-150 XLT is the next trim level, it’s more heavily equipped with features. 

F-150 XL vs. XLT: Ford Co-Pilot360™ Standard Features

Ford Co-Pilot360™ is the proprietary safety system for both trucks, featuring driver assist and safety features to help you drive with confidence in Wellington and beyond. The Ford F-150 XL’s Co-Pilot360 is well-loaded, but you’ll find more safety features if you choose the XLT:

Standard Ford Co-Pilot360™ Features for XL and XLT

• Auto Hold
• Automatic High-Beams
• Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking 
• Rear View Camera with Dynamic Hitch Assist
• Automatic on/off Headlamps with Rainlamp Wiper Activated Headlamps

Standard Ford Co-Pilot360™ Features for XLT Only

• BLIS® with Cross-Traffic Alert
• Reverse Sensing System
• Lane-Keeping System

Ford F-150 XL vs. XLT: Connectivity Features

The Ford SYNC®4 infotainment system is standard on both trucks, too, along with FordPass™ Connect with a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot and an 8-inch touchscreen to help with navigation and entertainment. 

Ford F-150 XL vs. XLT: Performance

You won’t find any differences in performance when you compare the Ford F-150 XL and XLT. They both include a 3.3L V6 engine as standard equipment, along with two-wheel drive although both configurations can be upgraded with four-wheel drive or these engine options: 

• 2.7L EcoBoost® V6
• 3.5L EcoBoost® V6
• 5.0L Ti-VCT V8

Here’s how that base level engine performs: 

3.3L Ti-VCT V6 Engine

• Electronic 10-speed automatic transmission
• 8,200-pound towing capacity
• 290 hp
• 265 lb-ft of torque
• 19 mpg city/24 mpg highway

Continue Your F-150 XL vs. XLT Comparison at Al Packer Ford Royal Palm Beach!

The bottom line: you get more features on the Ford F-150 XLT, but you’ll pay more for them. If you’d like to try these features, it’s easy to move your Ford F-150 XL vs. XLT comparison to the lot at Al Packer Ford Royal Palm Beach. We’d love to arrange test drives for you so you can experience both of these excellent truck options. If you’d like to learn more about what the Ford F-150 and other Ford vehicles have to offer, visit our Ford information hub.