Did I cheap on out the XLT?

[monstertuned]

Currently in our 21 GT R&D vehicle, I had a 2021 bronco wildtrak reserved day one that got pushed back until 2022. I ordered a Ranger XLT Tremor in velocity blue to hold me over until the bronco is built in probably feb/march (I trade vehicles often).

I'm having second thoughts on XLT vs. Lariat, but the dealer told me it's too late to change it since I have a vin/build date of 8/11.

In my base raptor the key ignition bothered me, so the next raptor I got was 801a with push start. The big thing for me is the non power seats and no push start on the XLT, I feel like for 42k you should get power seats and push start.

is the XLT going to bother me?

For the XLT guys do you have any regrets?

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[Radioman]

Currently in our 21 GT R&D vehicle, I had a 2021 bronco wildtrak reserved day one that got pushed back until 2022. I ordered a Ranger XLT Tremor in velocity blue to hold me over until the bronco is built in probably feb/march (I trade vehicles often).

I'm having second thoughts on XLT vs. Lariat, but the dealer told me it's too late to change it since I have a vin/build date of 8/11.

In my base raptor the key ignition bothered me, so the next raptor I got was 801a with push start. The big thing for me is the non power seats and no push start on the XLT, I feel like for 42k you should get power seats and push start.

is the XLT going to bother me?

For the XLT guys do you have any regrets?

I believe that even if you order a new vehicle from the factory, you can back out anytime before delivery. If it is an unusual combination, the dealer may hold your deposit until the vehicle is sold. YMMV.

 

[monstertuned]

I believe that even if you order a new vehicle from the factory, you can back out anytime before delivery. If it is an unusual combination, the dealer may hold your deposit until the vehicle is sold. YMMV.

no intentions on backing out, just wanting to know if anyone had regrets getting the XLT vs. Lariat.

 

[GitRDone]

Really happy with my XLT. The Lariat has some extra toys, but I prefer the XLT instrumentation and don't miss the push button start. As far as power seats, I find that once the driver's seat is in the sweet spot I tend to leave it there. On a truck I actually prefer the manual adjustment which lets me quickly move the seat or seatback to access cargo etc.

 

[OxyGenIII]

You can get a lower trim xlt or a loaded xlt. Power seats here, adaptive cruise, folding mirrors, nav/touch screen, etc. I love cloth seats over leather, have had leather in the past. And I dislike the gauge cluster on the Lariat, so XLT fully loaded it was for me in 2019. Push button start would kinda be nice, but not a necessity. My last car had it but don't really miss it.

 

[AZRangerDood]

I don’t know how the packages work with a Tremor so you may want to double check what’s on the order. It’s very possible you could have most the options you want without it being a Lariat.

I personally don’t have any regrets with my XLT FX4, but I also have the 302a package, so I have power adjustable and heated seats, remote start, etc. I might feel differently otherwise. The Lariat headlights are really the only thing I wish I had.

Even if you end up missing some features, I think having a Tremor will offset some of it, especially with the upgraded interior and suspension.

 

[Mcssls]

For $42? Damn I only paid 42 for my lariat 4 months ago

 

[Megawatt]

I got the lariat specifically so I don’t have to mess with a key. Also when off-roading a key and all the other stuff you might have on the keychain is a bother dangling down, not a problem with push button start.

Folding mirrors with a push of a button is nice too.

 

[NeptuneRanger]

I have an XLT and it suits me just fine. Personal preference on the push button start, my wife has it and I always need to double check if the engine is running as I exit the car, it is so quiet. Pulling a handle to move a seat is no chore, it is a truck. More fluff, more to go wrong, keep it simple and relax. Just my opinion.

 

[GitRDone]

Folding mirrors with a push of a button is nice too.

I believe the folding mirrors are standard, at least they are on the XLT.

 

[Joeiconic]

I believe the folding mirrors are standard, at least they are on the XLT.

I have a well equipped XLT (but not the 302 package) and I’m very happy with it. I love the cloth seats. They’re manual, but it was easy to find the sweet spot and I have not needed to move them since I bought it. If you‘re the only driver its not an issue. The truck fits fine in my garage so I dont need the folding mirrors. I do kind of miss the keyless start, but I’m used to it now and it doesn’t bother me. Overall, I would buy an XLT again.

 

[Markubis]

I went with the XLT because I specifically didn't want leather.
What I do regret about getting the XLT is the loss of pushbutton start. I have it in all my other vehicles and have gotten spoiled by it.
Besides that...nothing.

 

[Dr. Zaius]

I purposely got the XLT as I disliked the Lariat gauge cluster.

I have other vehicles with push button start and I can take it or leave it.

As mentioned, the only thing I wish I had from the Lariat is the headlights, and from what I've read the aftermarket versions are better than the stock LEDs.

So, if I could go back and get a Lariat instead of my loaded XLT would I? Nope.

 

[JohnnyO]

I went from a Sport Trac with power seats to an STX (has the XLT seats) with manual seats and I don't miss the power seats. I'm pretty much the only one who drives it, it's rare that my wife or daughter use my trucks.
I purposely got an STX because I didn't want the lane-keeping BS that comes with the XLT. I rented a car last year with that and I hated it. Added bonus, this truck didn't have step bars which is fine, all they do is get my pants dirty in the winter.

 

[paval3]

I have the 2021 crew cab XLT with the 302A package so have the power seats. No regrets. Drove one without the power seats and that was a no go for me.

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