Ford updates F-150 in Australia; New Platinum model tops local line-up

Ford Australia has updated its F-150 range with revised styling, interior upgrades, and a new Platinum variant at the top of the line-up. 

The changes apply across the locally remanufactured full-size pickup range, which continues to be built for Australia by RMA Automotive in Mickleham, Victoria.

The new Platinum grade adds a number of higher-end features, including black and smoked metal exterior trim, 20-inch wheels, power-deployable side steps, a hard tonneau cover, and suspension tuned with Continuously Controlled Dampers. Inside, it gains Black Onyx trim, multi-adjustable front seats with massage, and a fold-flat “sleep mode”.

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The XLT also receives updates, including LED exterior lighting and larger 12-inch infotainment and instrument displays as standard. 

All variants retain the 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6 producing 298kW and 678Nm, matched with a 10-speed automatic transmission and 4×4 driveline. Towing capacity remains at 4500kg braked. The XLT keeps part-time 4×4, while Lariat and Platinum models use a full-time system.

For the first time, both short- and long-wheelbase versions will be priced the same, allowing buyers to choose tray length without a cost penalty. Manufacturer list prices (MLP) are $114,950 for the XLT, $143,950 for the Lariat, and $163,950 for the Platinum. Prestige paint costs $750 on XLT and Lariat, but is a no-cost option on Platinum.

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Ford says the updated F-150 also benefits from increased GVM and GCM ratings, improving payload across the range.

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Lariat and Platinum grades now include the new Pro Access Tailgate – a 100-degree side-swinging gate that allows easier tub access, even with a trailer connected, and can be opened by hand or with the key fob.

Deliveries of the updated F-150 are scheduled to begin in early 2026.

Exclusive features: Platinum

• Unique Gloss Black Surround with Gloss Black Accents
• Black Ford badging
• Smoked F-150 fender decoration
• Continuously Controlled Dampening (CCD) Suspension
• Body-colour mirrors and door handles
• 20-inch painted gloss black alloy wheels
• Auto power-deployable black side steps
• Multi-folding hard tonneau cover
• 360-degree camera with additional rear cargo view
• Smoked exhaust tip extension
• Black Onyx luxury interior trim
• Front driver & passenger plush multi-adjustable power seats with memory and 6-way lumbar
  • Max Recline (to nearly full flat position)
  • Multi-setting massage functionality in seat back and seat bottom
• Platinum branded elements on front scuff plates, steering wheel, front seats, and console lid

New features: XLT

• LED reflector headlamps and fog lamps
• Black painted coast-to-coast front grille with black mesh and chrome centre bar
• Distinctive XLT amber indicators
• LED taillamp design
• 20-inch six-spoke alloy wheels
• 360-degree camera
• Load box area lighting with push button
• 12V port in load box
• Black/Chrome combination side steps
• Chrome exhaust extension
• 12-inch infotainment touchscreen
• 12-inch driver’s digital instrument cluster
• USB-A port – Centre stack location
• Multiple USB-C ports – Centre stack, inside centre console, rear of centre console

New features: Lariat

• Auto climate-controlled front seats (heat & cooled)
• Chrome grille appearance
• 20-inch Chrome-like alloy wheels
• Pro Access Swing door tailgate – powered conventional & manual swing operation
• Extended length chrome side steps (SWB only)
• 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system