F-150 Lariat
Quick Answer: 2026 F-150 Lariat
The 2026 F-150 Lariat starts at $59,560 MSRP (excludes the $2,595 destination charge) and is where the F-150 turns into a genuine daily-driver truck: heated and ventilated ActiveX-trimmed leather-style seats, B&O 8-speaker sound, remote start with tailgate release, power-folding mirrors, and a standard 360-degree camera. Lariat is also BlueCruise-equipped with a 90-day trial, and for the first time in 2026 it's available in 2WD rather than requiring 4x4. An available head-up display rounds out a trim that's aimed squarely at buyers who tow on weekends and commute the rest of the week.
The trim where the F-150 stops feeling like a work truck
Lariat is the pivot point in the lineup. Below it, every trim is built around some version of utility-first cloth or sport seating; at Lariat, heated and ventilated ActiveX leather-style seats become standard, along with B&O 8-speaker audio and power-folding mirrors — the kind of equipment that shows up on a family's primary vehicle, not just a truck that gets used on weekends. The 360-degree camera moving from "available" on XLT to standard on Lariat matters more than it sounds; parking a SuperCrew in a tight lot or backing a trailer down a ramp gets noticeably easier with the extra visibility.
The bigger news for 2026 is drivetrain flexibility: Lariat was 4x4-only through 2025, and this year it's available in 2WD for the first time. That opens the trim to Central Florida buyers who want Lariat's comfort and tech but don't need 4x4 for anything they actually do — most Polk County driving simply doesn't call for it, and skipping it trims both purchase price and a bit of weight.
BlueCruise comes standard-equipped on Lariat with a 90-day trial included, giving buyers hands-free driving on compatible highways — including long stretches of I-4 between Lakeland and both Tampa and Orlando — before deciding whether to subscribe past the trial period.
Engine choice on Lariat
Lariat is built from the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 as standard, with the 5.0L V8 and the PowerBoost hybrid both available; the 2.7L EcoBoost stops at XLT and is not offered here. Buyers weighing the 3.5L EcoBoost's 13,500-lb best-in-class tow rating against the hybrid's 24 mpg combined figure are making the same call XLT buyers make, just with more standard comfort equipment already included either way.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 Lariat available in 2WD?
Yes, for the first time — through 2025 Lariat required 4x4. For 2026 it's offered in both 2WD and 4x4 (4WD adds $3,800), giving buyers who don't need off-road capability a lower entry price.
Does Lariat come with BlueCruise?
Yes, Lariat is BlueCruise-equipped with a 90-day trial included at purchase; King Ranch and Platinum extend that to a 1-year plus 90-day trial.
What's the difference between Lariat and XLT?
Lariat adds heated/ventilated leather-style seating, B&O 8-speaker audio, a standard 360-degree camera, power-folding mirrors, remote start, and BlueCruise — none of which are standard on XLT, where the closest equivalents are options.
Which engines are offered on the Lariat?
The 3.5L EcoBoost V6 is standard, and both the 5.0L V8 and the PowerBoost full hybrid are available. The 2.7L EcoBoost is limited to XL, STX, and XLT.
See Lariat at Lakeland Automall
Current Lariat inventory in both 2WD and 4x4 configurations is on Lakeland Automall's new vehicle search.
Every 2026 F-150 guide
MSRP excludes the $2,595 destination charge plus taxes, title, registration, and dealer-installed options; the dealer sets the actual selling price. Fuel-economy and towing figures are manufacturer/EPA estimates and vary by configuration. BlueCruise availability and trial terms are subject to Ford's current program; confirm details with Lakeland Automall. Equipment and availability can change with production timing.