The new year is the perfect time to shop for an upgraded full-size truck, such as the new Ford F-150. With 2026 here, let's explore the market for a reliable, high-performance truck. The 2025 Ford F-150 should be at the top of your list. With standout trims like the STX and XLT, how do you choose the best one for you?
Whether you need a dependable workhorse or a comfortable ride for your daily commute, Jarrett-Gordon Ford is here to help you start the year strong with the ideal full-size truck. Keep reading for our breakdown of the 2025 Ford F-150 STX and XLT to find out which trim offers the best performance, towing capacity, and features for Winter Haven drivers.
Key Takeaways
- The 2025 Ford F-150 series offers impressive trims including the STX and the XL, both equipped with the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 engine.
- Check out the 2025 Ford F-150 STX with the available Lobo package, optional V8 engine, and advanced safety features.
- The 2025 Ford F-150 XLT is the full-size truck, perfect to customize with the Black Appearance Package and equipped with more standard features than the STX.
How is the 2025 Ford F-150 STX different from the XLT?
With eight models to choose from, the 2025 Ford F-150 lineup offers options for every type of driver, from the practical worker to the off-road enthusiast who uses the F-150 for everything from grocery runs and helping people move to towing and hauling big gear for your next adventure. The 2025 Ford F-150 STX and XLT sit above the base model XL in the lineup, offering more performance, a unique appearance, and more standard features and convenience.
While both the Ford F-150 STX and the XLT come standard with the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 engine, it is the XLT that offers more engine options including the 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6, a popular choice for its EPA fuel efficiency.
The 2025 Ford F-150 STX and XLT come with different wheel sizes. The STX offers 17-inch and 20-inch wheel options, while the XLT comes standard with an 18-inch chrome-like wheel (4x4) and all-season or all-terrain (4x4) tires to match.
Other differences between the 2025 Ford F-150 STX and XLT are that the XLT comes with more standard and optional features, including Adaptive Cruise Control, lockable storage, and Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start.
Does the 2025 Ford F-150 STX or XLT offer a V8 engine option?
The 2025 Ford F-150 STX and XLT both come standard with a V6 engine and offer the 5.0L V8 engine as an option. While the STX has only two engine choices, the XLT offers the 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 engine, which boosts fuel efficiency in a very powerful full-size truck. The other engine available for the 2025 Ford F-150 XLT is the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine.
Which 2025 Ford F-150 is right for me: the STX or XLT?
Choose the 2025 Ford F-150 STX for its power, off-road capability, and all-season or all-terrain tires for maximum fun off-road, superior traction on every terrain, and challenging driving conditions. Add the available F-150 Lobo Package, Zone Lighting, or STX FX4 trim to customize the F-150 of your dreams, a full-size truck recognized as one of the best by Car and Driver.
Choose the 2025 Ford F-150 XLT for a broader selection of engines, including the 5.0L V8, 3.5L EcoBoost V6, and 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 engine, along with the available 360-degree camera, zone lighting, and advanced technology such as Pro Trailer Assist, Ford BlueCruise, Rear View Camera, Remote Keyless Entry, Intersection Assist 2.0, and more, making the F-series one of the safest trucks on the road. It's recognized by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) as a Top Safety Pick. With the available Black Appearance Package, you can customize the XLT, just like the STX and other models, to create a unique look that reflects your personal style.
The Year of the Ford Truck
2026 is the year for the best-selling trucks on the road to be yours to drive on any terrain and for any occasion. Start the new year in a new Ford truck from Jarrett-Gordon Ford Winter Haven.
Join the Ford truck family at Jarrett-Gordon Ford Winter Haven and experience exceptional customer service with friendly professionals and our finance team offering personalized financing so you can drive home happy.