2022 Ford F-450 Super Duty Review

XL and XLT trims are available in regular- and crew-cab configurations, while the other trims are only available as crew cabs. Either configuration comes with an 8.2-foot bed and dual rear-wheel axle. Of course, a wide range of aftermarket/upfit options exist for all Super Duty models.

XL
The base workhorse of the lineup, the XL comes with:

• 19.5-inch alloy wheels with commercial tires
• Limited-slip rear differential
• Automatic headlights
• Air conditioning
• Vinyl seat coverings
• Vinyl flooring
• Manually adjustable driver's seat
• Manual windows and door locks

Tech and driver assistance features include:

• Integrated trailer brake controller
• Rearview camera
• Bluetooth
• Wi-Fi hotspot (can accommodate up to 10 devices)
• 4.2-inch central display
• USB input
• AM/FM/MP3 four-speaker audio system

XLT
Gains a few extra features, such as:

• Chrome exterior trim
• Power-adjustable, heated side mirrors
• Keyless entry
• Cruise control
• Fifth-wheel/gooseneck hitch prep package
• Power windows and door/tailgate locks
• 110-volt AC outlet
• Cloth upholstery
• Carpeted floors

Ford's Sync 3 infotainment system comes standard and bundles:

• 8-inch touchscreen display
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Satellite radio
• Two USB inputs
• Five-speaker audio system

The XLT also comes with the Co-Pilot360 package of driver assist features, which add:

• Automatic high beams
• Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
• Automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time)
• Forward collision warning (alerts you of a possible collision with the car in front)

Lariat
Picks up where the XLT leaves off with:

• Chrome step bar
• Foglights
• Power-folding and -extending side mirrors
• Power-sliding rear window
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Power-adjustable pedals
• Power-adjustable front seats
• Leather seating
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• 12-inch infotainment touchscreen
• Sync 4 infotainment system with voice activation
• 10-speaker premium B&O audio system
• Rear parking sensors

King Ranch
Offered as a crew cab only, the King Ranch adds Western flair to the F-450 with special exterior and interior trim and distinctive leather upholstery. It also has:

• Power-remote tailgate release
• Remote engine start
• Push-button start
• Electronic shift-on-the-fly 4WD system
• Automatic wipers
• LED box lighting
• Integrated tailgate step
• Illuminated running boards
• Ambient cabin lighting
• Memory functions (driver's seat, pedals, steering wheel)
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Power-adjustable, heated steering wheel
• Navigation system
• Wireless device charging pad
• Camera-based trailer towing aids
• Trailer reverse assist

The Platinum trim adds:

• Satin aluminum grille
• LED headlights and foglights
• Built-in tailgate steps
• Adaptive cruise control
• Power-deploying side steps
• Premium leather upholstery
• Heated rear seats

Finally, the top-trim Limited comes exclusively with 4WD and includes:

• Distinctive grille design
• Massaging front seats
• Two-tone leather upholstery
• Leather-wrapped dashboard and armrests
• Faux suede headliner
• Dual-panel sunroof
• Adaptive steering
• Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)

Ford offers option packages for each trim. Typically, these make desirable standard features from a higher trim level available on the preceding trim level. Other optional highlights include:

FX4 Off-Road package (all 4WD trims), which offers:

• Off-road-tuned suspension
• Hill descent control
• Transfer case
• Fuel tank skid plates

Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System with Pro Trailer Backup Assist:

• 360-degree camera system (gives you a top-down view of the F-450 and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
• Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
• Backup assist (dash-mounted knob helps you keep the F-450 and towing trailer aligned while reversing)

Several stand-alone options are also available for various trim levels, such as:

• Tailgate step
• Spray-in bedliner
• Fifth-wheel and gooseneck trailer hitch kits
• LED bed lighting
• Enhanced blind-spot warning for trailering
• Power tap system (can power accessories such as snowplow, pump or compressor using the engine)
• Supplemental rapid cab heater (quickly heats cabin until diesel engine warms enough to take over)