XLT 4X4
What the XLT adds over the XL
The XLT adds 2 more seats (3 to 5), larger 18-in aluminum wheels vs 17-in steel, more ground clearance (9.8 vs 8.2 in), a longer wheelbase and body, and a taller ride height. Trade-offs: cargo volume behind row 1 drops from 77.4 to 52.8 cu-ft, and fuel economy falls 1 mpg city and 2 mpg highway.
Pick the XL if: You need maximum cargo space and better fuel economy with fewer passengers. · Pick the XLT if: You need to seat 5 passengers and want aluminum wheels and more ground clearance.
Written from the differences listed below only; no outside facts.
| Spec | XL | XLT |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 77.4 cu-ft | 52.8 cu-ft |
| Ground clearance | 8.2 in | 9.8 in |
| MPG (city) | 19 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 25 mpg | 23 mpg |
| Overall height | 75 in | 77.1 in |
| Overall length | 228.1 in | 232 in |
| Passenger seating capacity | 3 | 5 |
| Tire size | 245/70R17 | 275/65R18 |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 46.4 ft | 47.8 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | steel | Aluminum |
| Wheelbase | 141.5 in | 145.4 in |
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 350 mm |
| Front brake type | Vented disc with ABS |
| Rear brake diameter | 336 mm |
| Rear brake type | Vented disc with ABS |
| Parking brake type | Electric |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 52.8 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Ford Connectivity |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 84 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 12 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 9.8 in |
| Overall height | 77.1 in |
| Overall length | 232 in |
| Overall width | 79.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 145.4 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 2700 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.7L V6 EcoBoost with Auto Start-Stop Technology |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 325 hp |
| Torque | 400 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 18 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 23 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 36 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.8 in |
| Second-row headroom | 40.3 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 43.9 in |
| Second-row legroom | 33.5 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 66.7 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 66.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electronic power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 47.8 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent double-wishbone with coil-over shock |
| Rear suspension type | Leaf spring with solid axle |
Tires
| Tire size | 275/65R18 |
Transmission
| Transmission speeds | 10 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | Aluminum |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitRanked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 F-150. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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