The Ford XLT 4x4 Shows it is the Truck to Beat

The Dominant 2012 Ford F-150 4x4 XLT

Harry Lloyd

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The best selling vehicle for the last 24 years and the best selling truck for the last 34 years is the Ford F-150. Which trim is the most popular selling trim? The Ford F-150 XLT 4x4. It offers the best balance of affordability, versatility, performance, gas mileage and technological and comfort features.

It's not easy to maintain such a dominant position atop such a competitive car segment, but the F-150 has managed to do just that for decades now. Every model year they roll off the lines tend to stay around for quite a while too; there are more local truck offers for reliable used F-150s than any other truck.

Why the XLT?

So we know that the F-150 is the top dog among full size pickup trucks, but what makes the XLT the most popular trim? There is no shortage of different trims to choose from with the F-150. On top of that, each cab style has their own variations, but the XLT is an option for each style. It is the top level trim for the regular cab models, but is one of the lower for the Super Crews.


For everything that the XLT comes equipped with, it is surprising that it they are considerably low priced trucks. Many technological features become standard at this level, including cruise control and power windows and locks. A 4.2 inch LCD screen and the gas saving EcoBoost are options on the XLT as well.


The F-150 offers a truck for any situation and any driver, and the XLT happens to offer what most truck drivers want. It is a great truck to check out when you are considering a pickup truck, and it can give you a solid idea of what you would like out of your truck.

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