The 2022 Ford F-150 Platinum delivers world class comfort on top of a very rugged drive. Thanks to its standard V8 powertrain, this full-size truck is an excellent option for drivers with big payloads on the agenda. And, with its flashy design inside and out, the Platinum lets everyone know you’ve arrived.
What is the 2022 Ford F-150 Platinum?
In the F-150 trim lineup, the Platinum sits at the second highest level, making it a very luxurious option. In addition to the standard infotainment features and utility gear, the Platinum adds flashy style, inside and out.
How much power does the F-150 Platinum have?
This F-150 luxury truck comes standard with a hefty V8 engine, generating 400 horsepower for your everyday towing and hauling needs. The V8 is very nicely suited to hauling heavy payloads. However, if you want to improve towing capabilities, you can always upgrade to the available turbocharged 3.5-liter V6. And the newly available hybrid powertrain optimizes fuel economy, helping this full-size truck earn up to 25 mpgcombined, even as it delivers impressive power.
2022 Ford F-150 Platinum performance specs:
- 5.0L V8 engine (400 horsepower, 410 lb-ft of torque)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive
- Integrated trailer brake controller
- Optional four-wheel drive
- Optional 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (400 hp, 500 lb-ft)
- Optional 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 (430 hp, 570 lb-ft)
Which features come with the 2022 Ford F-150 Platinum?
Loaded with luxuries, the Platinum treats you to everything from heated and ventilated front seats to exclusive leather upholstery. And, compared to other F-150s, the Platinum has unique style, with special wood cabin trim and interior color options. This truck keeps you extra cozy, with two rows of heated seats and front-seat ventilation. The standard lineup also includes Ford’s new SYNC 4 infotainment system, with a 12-inch touchscreen and wireless smartphone integration.
- LED headlamps with Dynamic Bending
- Leather upholstery
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- SYNC 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition and 12-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Eight-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system
- Wireless smartphone charging pad
- 12-inch Digital Productivity Screen
- Genuine wood trim
- Remote-releasing, power-locking tailgate
What’s the difference between the 2022 Ford F-150 Platinum and Limited?
Both the Platinum and the Limited are very luxurious options. However, in the Ford trim model hierarchy, the Platinum is actually a step below the top-tier Limited. The Limited (starting at $76,595) has a slightly longer list of luxury features, but it also costs a little more than the Platinum (starting at $62,070).
Sources:
https://www.ford.com/trucks/f150/models/f150-platinum/?gnav=vhpnav-specs
https://www.ford.com/trucks/f150/models/f150-limited/?gnav=vhpnav-specs
https://www.edmunds.com/ford/f-150/