Top Reasons Why the Ford F250 Trims are Great for Seniors
For those who prefer safety, reliability, and comfort when it comes to vehicles, the Ford F250 trims are the perfect choice. They are particularly ideal for meeting the specific requirements of seniors. These muscular trucks flaunt spacious interiors, advanced high-tech safety features, rugged exterior, powerful engine, and overall are a comfortable ride. All in all, the heavy-duty, high-powered Ford F250 trims offer the perfect range of features that make these the right choice for senior drivers.
2023 Ford® Super Duty F-250® XL
This starts from $43,970 and seats six people in the vehicle. The key features to check in this trim include the TorqShift G10 – Speed transmission.
There are also integrated box side steps and rear corner bumper steps, which are convenient for getting in and out of the truck, especially if you need to haul any luggage or items.
Super Duty® F-250® XLT
This starts from $50,105 and has three key features to flaunt. The 7.3L OHV PFI Gas V8 is built just to be able to carry heavy loads. This is great for moving around items or luggage as the vehicle can easily take the weight. Another key feature is the FordPass® Connect with 5G Wi-fi. This can connect up to 10 devices at once, and you can stay connected even on the highways and need to call anyone during the trip. Seniors traveling alone may benefit from this feature. The Pre-Collision Assist® with automatic emergency braking and forward collision warning is also a feature that can be very helpful while driving for seniors. In the case of a late reaction to a pre-collision warning, automatic brakes are applied to prevent any accidents.
Super Duty® F-250® LARIAT
This trim starts at $61,410, and the key features include the 2.0 Kw Pro Power onboard, which is useful in case you need a quick hand with the chop saw or the air compressor. The SYNC ® 4 with a 12-inch LCD touchscreen is another feature that makes it easy to access info on the screen. It also comes with enhanced voice recognition and cloud-based connectivity. The 12-inch customizable digital instrument cluster is also a good addition to help add the state-of-the-art look and feel to the trim.
Super Duty® F-250® King Ranch®
As we go higher up in the trims, the price also changes as per the key features involved in the trim. This one starts at $75,975, and one of their key features is the Kingsville antique effect leather interior. This addition of leather interiors elevates the interiors to make it more luxurious while also complementing the rugged looks of the exterior. There is a power tailgate with a tailgate down the camera, which allows you to see behind the vehicle when the tailgate is down. There is a convenient button that helps to automatically lift the 5th wheel hitched on.
Super Duty® F-250® Platinum
With a price starting at $76,865, this trim comes with features like a head-up display and a B&O sound system. Let’s elaborate on what makes this truck a premium buy:
Head up display
This is a new feature introduced to the line and what it does is help the driver keep their eyes focused on the road. The windshield becomes a screen where important information like speed limit, and driver assist details are projected. You can even customize the information displayed on the windshield to make it more driver-friendly. It is especially great for seniors who may need the convenience of having all the information at the eye line.
B&O Sound System
This is the Unleashed Sound System by Bang and Olufsen, which is known for its surround sound quality. There is also the 18-speaker B&O available if you would like to upgrade to that. This is available in trims LARIAT and above, so speak to the salesperson to check the upgraded system in a Ford F-250 for sale.
Like the King Ranch trim, this also comes with a power tailgate with a tailgate down camera for convenience.
Super Duty F-250 Limited
This is the most expensive trim of the lot and it starts from $96,095. The three key features which make the key aspects of the Limited trim are:
6.7L high-output power stroke V8 turbo diesel engine
This is responsible for giving out 500 horsepower and the best in class 1,200 lb-ft torque. This is known to be the most powerful Super Duty truck, so you can rest assured it can do the job well.
Stylish and durable seats
There are two tones available: the Limited Admiral Blue or the Light Slate leather seats, which come with multicontour comfort features.
There is also an Onboard Scales with Smart Hitch feature that helps estimate the payload’s weight when put in the trunk.
The safety features that come in the Super Duty truck make it a safe choice for drivers, especially seniors. Apart from the necessary airbags for drivers and passengers, there is also an SOS post-crash alarm system that helps to notify the emergency services for help. You will also find a SecuriLock® passive anti-theft system and the advanced security pack with a SecuriLock® passive anti-theft system and inclination/intrusion sensors.
Note that when you go to the Ford dealership to inquire about the F250, it is advisable to ask the salespersons about things like diesel costs, possible sales offers, and if any special deals for seniors apply.