ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR of the current large utes (which Ford calls “full-size trucks”) is Ford’s F-150 range, so the announcement that Ford has ugraded specifications and released the latest prices will be welcome.
The refreshed F-150 line-up introduces exterior and interior changes across the range, along with a new, luxurious ‘Platinum’ series, further enhancing the appeal of the iconic full-size pick-up truck in Australia.
Sitting atop the F-150 range, the new Platinum series redefines premium for Australian truck buyers. It features as standard distinctive exterior elements including bold black and smoked metal accents, 20-inch wheels, ‘Platinum’ branded accents, auto power-deployable side steps, a multi-folding hard tonneau cover, and bespoke suspension tune using Continuously Controlled Dampers.
The interior is equally impressive, boasting a black onyx luxury trim, plush multi-adjustable front seats with multi-massage functionality, and an innovative fold-flat sleeping mode for ultimate comfort during breaks.
F-150 XLT also receives a slew of improvements, including LED exterior lighting, and the larger 12-inch infotainment and driver instrument displays as standard.
The updated F-150 continues to be powered by the formidable 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine, producing 298kW @ 6000rpm and 678Nm @ 3100rpm for an effortless 4500kg maximum braked towing capacity, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, and available exclusively in 4×4 Crew Cab configuration. It also retains the 136-litre fuel-tank, part-time 4×4 on the XLT, and full-time 4×4 on the Lariat and Platinum.
“We are thrilled to bring the refreshed F-150, including the new Platinum series, to our Australian customers,” said Ambrose Henderson, Marketing Director, Ford Australia. “For supreme cross-country touring ability while towing or hauling – the F-150 is without peer.”
“The F-150 has a legendary reputation globally, and with these enhancements we are confident it will continue to resonate strongly with those who demand capability, comfort, and sophistication.”
“We’ve listened to our customers that have been asking for a full-size truck that offers an elevated, more luxurious experience, and the F-150 Platinum does exactly that. Who doesn’t love massage seats on a long road trip?!”
While customers will continue to have the choice of both Short Wheelbase and Long Wheelbase body styles across all three variants, for the first time the updated F-150 will now have price parity between both wheelbase options, giving customers the freedom to choose the tray size that best suits their hauling needs.
The prices for both SWB and LWB variants of the updated F-150 are:
- XLT: $114,950
- Lariat: $143,950
- Platinum: $163,950
The only option available for the updated F-150 is Prestige Paint on the XLT and Lariat with price of $750. Prestige Paint is a no cost option on the Platinum. The available hues across the range are listed in the below table as either standard (s), optional (o), or a no cost option (nco):
| Exterior Colour | XLT | Lariat | Platinum |
| Oxford White | S | S | — |
| Star White | — | — | NCO |
| Iconic Silver | O | O | NCO |
| Carbonised Grey | O | O | NCO |
| Antimatter Blue | O | O | NCO |
| Rapid Red | O | O | NCO |
While retaining the class-benchmark 4500kg maximum braked towing capacity, the updated F-150 has seen improvements to its GCM and GVM, subsequently increasing its payload across the range.
| Entity | GVM | GCM | Kerb Weight | Payload |
| XLT SWB | 3315kg | 7365kg | 2462kg | 853kg |
| XLT LWB | 3360kg | 7410kg | 2482kg | 878kg |
| LARIAT SWB | 3315kg | 7365kg | 2546kg | 769kg |
| LARIAT LWB | 3360kg | 7410kg | 2566kg | 794kg |
| PLATINUM SWB | 3315kg | 7365kg | 2611kg | 704kg |
| PLATINUM LWB | 3360kg | 7410kg | 2636kg | 724kg |
Standard on the Lariat and Platinum in Australia for the updated F-150 is the innovative and flexible Pro Access Tailgate. With three different ways to open, the new Pro Access Tailgate provides a convenient customer experience that allows for easier access and utilisation of the bed, even when hitched to a trailer.
Adding the Pro Access Tailgate makes the F-150 the only pick-up in its class to offer a 100-degree fully opened integrated swing gate that opens using one hand or the key fob. The swinging door also has built-in resistance thanks to the use of check stops, which help avoid banging the door into a connected trailer hitch.
Loading and unloading is also made easier, thanks to the open swing gate reducing the length required to reach into the tub to retrieve and store cargo by up to 48cm.
XLT
Exterior
- LED reflector headlamps and fog lamps
- Black painted coast-to-coast front grille with black mesh and chrome centrebar
- Distinctive XLT amber indicators
- New LED taillamp design
- New 20-inch six-spoke alloy wheel design
- 360-degree camera
- Tailgate with flexible step and work surface
- Tough Bed Spray-in Bedliner
- Load box area lighting with push button
- 12V port in load box
- Chrome door handles
- Black/Chrome combination side steps
- Chrome exhaust extension
- Underbody protection skid plates (front differential, Transfer Case and Fuel Tank)
- Front tow hooks.
Interior
- Cloth Trim – Medium Dark Slate
- Mobile Office – Interior work surface
- 12-inch infotainment touchscreen
- 12-inch driver’s digital instrument cluster
- USB-A port – Centre stack location
- Multiple USB-C ports – Centre stack, inside centre console, rear of centre console.
Safety
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
- Reverse Brake Assist
- Parking Sensors – Rear
- Post Impact Braking
- Blind Spot Monitoring with Cross Traffic Alert
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Other
- Small storage compartment in load box (on RHS)
- Auto Stop/Start
- Auto High Beam (Headlamp function).
Lariat (incremental to XLT)
Exterior
- New chrome grille appearance
- LED projector headlamps with dynamic bending and auto levelling
- Mirrors – Heated, power folding & power adjustable
- Mirrors – Courtesy puddle lamps
- Day time running lamps
- New 20-inch Chrome-like alloy wheel design
- Pro Access (Swing door) tailgate – with powered conventional tailgate Open/Close and manual Swing door Open/Close
- Extended length chrome side steps (On SWB only)
Interior
- Lockable, foldable rear under seat storage
- Console E-shifter – Foldable
- Power sliding rear window
- Power twin panel moonroof
- Ambient lighting
- Memory function – Pedals, Mirrors, Steering wheel & Driver’s seat
- Wireless charging
- Illuminated vanity mirrors
- Rear heated seats (outboard seats)
- Leather accented seats – Medium Dark Slate
- 14 Speakers Bang & Olufsen Sound system
- Auto climate-controlled (heat & cooled) front seats (previously manual)
Safety
- Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go and lane centring
- Evasive Steer Assist
- Intersection Assist
- Parking sensors – front
- Auto rain-sensing windscreen wipers
Platinum (incremental to Lariat)
Exterior
- Unique Gloss Black Surround with Gloss Black Accents
- Black Ford badging
- Smoked colour F-150 fender decoration
- Continuously Controlled Dampening (CCD) Suspension
- Body colour mirrors, door handles
- 20-inch painted gloss black alloy wheels
- Auto power-deployable black side steps
- Multi-folding hard tonneau cover
- 360-degree camera with additional rear cargo view camera
- Smoked colour exhaust tip extension
Interior
- Black onyx luxury interior trim
- Front Driver & Passenger Plush Multi-Adjustable Power Seats (including Six-Way Power Lumbar) and memory, with
- Max Recline (to nearly full flat position)
- Multi-setting massage functionality in seat back and seat bottom
- Platinum-branded elements on front scuff plates, steering wheel, front seats, and console lid
The updated Ford F-150 will continue to be re-manufactured on behalf of Ford Australia by RMA Automotive Australia in Mickleham, Victoria, with deliveries expected to commence in early 2026.