2027 Ford F-150 XLT: Dacono Buyers Guide

Ford F-150 XLT full-size pickup at Interstate Ford in Dacono, CO

Quick Answer: 2027 Ford F-150 XLT

The XLT starts at $46,525 MSRP, before the $2,795 destination charge, and it is the trim where the F-150 opens up. A new grille and new wheel designs arrive for 2027, the 3.0L V6 is standard, and the 3.5L EcoBoost, 5.0L V8 and PowerBoost hybrid are all available. Heated front seats, a 360-degree camera, BlueCruise with Towing and two appearance packages are on the options list, and the new Carhartt Package, a $4,195 add-on for the XLT SuperCrew 4x4, gives it a work-wear look that Ford prices from $62,660.

The middle of the lineup, and the busiest part of it

Walk through the F-150 trims and XLT is where choices stop being locked. It inherits the XL and STX basics and then lets you add heated front seats, a wrapped steering wheel, a flow-through center console with a stowable floor shifter, a Bed Utility Package and the Pro Trailer Hitch Assist and Pro Trailer Backup Assist systems that steer for you while you line up a hitch or reverse a trailer. The 2027 truck gets Ford’s new front grille and a new set of wheels.

It is also the first trim where the PowerBoost hybrid feels like a mainstream choice. With 430 hp, 570 lb-ft and up to 12,100 lbs of towing, it pulls hard from a stop, and the available 7.2 kW Pro Power Onboard turns the bed into a power station.

Carhartt, black or chrome

This is the truck that wears most of the new accessories. The F-150 Carhartt Package is available on the XLT SuperCrew 4x4 and adds Carhartt decals and fender badging, 20-inch machined and painted wheels, dual exhaust, off-road running boards, a unique hood design, a Carhartt-themed spray-in bedliner and a two-tone cloth interior with stitched trim and all-weather mats. Ford quotes the package at $4,195 and says an F-150 Carhartt starts from $62,660 MSRP. For buyers who prefer something less themed, there are Chrome and Black Appearance Packages (the Black one comes in two levels). On the practical side, BlueCruise with Towing is available on the XLT too, so a trailer-pulling family does not have to step up to a Lariat to get it.

Colorado reasons to pick XLT

Most F-150s sold in Colorado are four-wheel drive, and the XLT SuperCrew 4x4 is a common starting point because it balances price with space for a family and a bed long enough for camping gear. Add the 360-degree camera for tight spots in a Boulder parking structure, heated seats for a January morning and the 3.5L EcoBoost if you are towing a camper into the mountains. Ford also added three paint colors for 2027: Birch Sand, Neptune Blue and Wild Green.

What XLT buyers say

DJ G. shopped several trims before choosing: "Showed us many trim levels of the F150 and was thorough in describing the different features. The paperwork was a breeze and we spent less than 2 hours at the dealership. Our new F150 XLT is beautiful, smooth, and loaded with features." Amber C., another recent buyer, wrote: "The F-150 I bought didn’t have heated seats so they put some in for me and had it done within a day!"

Frequently asked questions

What is the best F-150 trim for the money?

Most buyers who cross-shop the line end up on XLT because it unlocks every engine except the Raptor ones and offers heated seats, a 360-degree camera and driver-assist upgrades without the Lariat’s price. At $46,525 MSRP it starts roughly $11,000 below a Lariat.

What is the F-150 Carhartt Package?

It is a new $4,195 package for the XLT SuperCrew 4x4 that adds Carhartt-themed exterior graphics, 20-inch wheels, dual exhaust, off-road running boards, a spray-in bedliner and a durable two-tone cloth interior. Ford lists the starting MSRP for the Carhartt at $62,660 before destination.

Is the 360-degree camera standard on the XLT?

No, it is available. The camera becomes standard on the Lariat and above.

Can an XLT tow a camper?

Yes. With the 3.5L EcoBoost, Ford rates the F-150 up to 13,500 lbs, and the available BlueCruise with Towing lets you drive hands-free on qualified divided highways while towing up to 10,000 lbs when properly equipped.

Where can I find an XLT near Longmont or Erie?

Interstate Ford in Dacono is a short drive from both. Browse current inventory or read about serving Longmont drivers before you visit.

Why XLT keeps winning

It has the most combinations of any trim, which is the reason buyers who know what they want can nearly always build it here.

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MSRP excludes the $2,795 destination charge plus taxes, title, registration, dealer fees and optional equipment; the dealer sets the actual selling price. The F-150 Carhartt starting price is Ford’s published figure. BlueCruise with Towing requires an active plan, works only on pre-qualified divided highways and does not replace driver attention. Towing figures are Ford’s published maximums and require proper equipment. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Interstate Ford.

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