Used 2018 Ford F-150 Platinum vs Limited
The Ford F-150 is the best selling vehicle, not just truck, in the country. The same was true just a few years ago. So if you’re looking for a used F-150 of any recent model year or any particular trim, you’re likely to find it. As it turns out, 2018 was a solid year for this popular pickup. And that’s right in the Goldilocks zone of recent-but-not-too-recent, meaning you’ll get a great deal and a truck that has a long life ahead of it.
2018 F-150 Recall Info
There were ten recalls on the 2018 F-150, mostly to do with fire hazards, but buy the 2018 F-150 from a certified Ford dealer like Lafayette and those recalled systems have already been repaired or replaced. Customers reported very few problems, though there was the odd hard-shifting transmission or stalling engine.
Like those in other model years of the thirteenth generation that began in 2015, the Platinum and the Limited trims offer a similar take on the F-150, with chrome and premium styling as well as best-in-class performance. The differences really come down to different standard engines and some of the features, with the Platinum offering more active safety options and a bit more horsepower. The engine differences mean that, standard, the Platinum has a 5-liter V8 and the Limited has the 3.5L V6 EcoBoost, which gives it more torque and towing capacity but a bit less horsepower than the Platinum.
The Platinum and the Limited offer a similar take on the 2018 F-150, with chrome and premium styling as well as best-in-class performance. The differences really come down to different standard engines and some of the features, with the Platinum offering more active safety options and a bit more horsepower. The engine differences mean that, standard, the Platinum has a 5-liter V8 and the Limited has the 3.5L V6 EcoBoost, which gives it more torque and towing capacity but a bit less horsepower than the Platinum.
The Bottom Line:
In 2018, the differences here are primarily under the hood, where the 2018 Limited offers, with its standard V6 EcoBoost, more torque and significantly more towing capacity.
Choosing between these two stylish trucks – the 2018 Ford F-150 Limited and the F-150 Platinum – can feel a bit like choosing apples over oranges, or vice versa. When it comes down to it, they’ve got a lot in common. Both swaddle you in leather, dish out the smartphone integration features, and tow and haul major weight with astonishing ease. The Takeaway: The major differences between these two come down to style. The King Ranch embraces a western ranch style, with King Ranch badging and a distinctly outdoor-adventure vibe. The Platinum has an uptown flair, with more chrome and a few extras as well.