The 2025 Ford F-350 Lariat is the point in the Super Duty range where the cabin becomes a stronger part of the buying decision. Heated and ventilated front seats, two 12-inch displays, dual-zone climate control and a 360-degree camera are included. It still leaves room to choose the engine and towing equipment around the job rather than buying the most expensive trim.
This guide covers the Canadian Lariat in our main video, with a separate section on the Roush-equipped F-350 featured in another review. They are different vehicles: the Roush truck’s high-output diesel and upgrades should not be assumed to be fitted to the standard Lariat.
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Ford offers the F-350 in XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum trims. Lariat sits above XLT but below the two more richly appointed choices. The cab, box, rear-wheel arrangement and engine must be compared along with the trim; they have a direct effect on the truck’s purpose and price.
Lariat Ultimate, Black Appearance, FX4 and Tremor are equipment choices, not alternative names for a standard Lariat. A truck advertised simply as “Lariat” can therefore differ substantially from another one. Start with its factory equipment list and decide which features matter before comparing asking prices.
Engine and transmission
The 2025 F-350 Lariat’s standard 6.8-litre gasoline V8 produces 405 horsepower and 445 lb-ft of torque. The available 7.3-litre gas V8 increases those figures to 430 hp and 485 lb-ft. The optional 6.7-litre Power Stroke diesel is rated at 475 hp and 1,050 lb-ft, or 500 hp and 1,200 lb-ft in high-output form. A ten-speed TorqShift automatic is used throughout. Ford Canada’s 2025 Super Duty specifications.
The main video description identifies the Lariat trim but not its engine. Diesel performance should not be presented as standard Lariat performance. Canadian reference labels show the regular diesel as a $10,975 option and the high-output version at $14,975—a $4,000 difference between those historical option prices.
Towing and load limits
Engine output is only one part of towing suitability. Ford separates F-350 ratings by cab, wheelbase, axle ratio, single or dual rear wheels and hitch type. The exact truck’s payload label matters particularly with a fifth-wheel trailer, because pin weight shares the available load capacity with passengers, cargo and accessories.
Lariat includes a trailer-brake controller, trailer-sway control and a 360-degree camera. Pro Trailer Backup Assist, Pro Trailer Hitch Assist and additional trailer guidance are available equipment rather than universal Lariat features. The fifth-wheel/gooseneck preparation package is another item to verify on the build sheet. Ford Canada’s Lariat equipment listing.
Choose the truck around a loaded trailer estimate, not its empty brochure weight. Then check the relevant 2025 table and all truck, axle, tire and hitch limits. The video description does not establish enough chassis detail for a unit-specific towing or payload figure, so a generic Super Duty maximum would be misleading here.
Fuel economy
An official NRCan consumption rating is not available for this heavy-duty pickup. The 2025 government guide excludes pickups over 3,856 kg GVWR with beds at least 183 cm long, and original Canadian F-350 labels show L/100 km as not applicable. NRCan’s 2025 guide.
A useful fuel budget needs to reflect the actual work: regular trailer towing, idling and winter short trips are different from unloaded highway travel. Ask for fuel and maintenance records from a closely matched truck rather than borrowing a light-duty F-150 figure.
Interior, seating and storage
For 2025, the normal Lariat upholstery is ActiveX, not leather. The front seats are heated and ventilated, and the driver gets power adjustment with memory. Dual-zone automatic climate control and an auto-dimming interior mirror are included. The material distinction is worth remembering when comparing Lariat with Platinum or a Roush truck fitted with its optional leather interior.
A Crew Cab is useful to inspect with the rear seats occupied and the front seats set for the regular drivers. Try the storage arrangements and make sure bulky work gear has a place without compromising passenger space. Seat layout and installed options should be checked on the individual truck, not inferred from a trim name.
Infotainment and connectivity
The Lariat has a 12-inch digital instrument display and a 12-inch SYNC 4 centre touchscreen, plus an eight-speaker B&O audio system. That is already a substantial step from the base XLT equipment recorded on the Canadian comparison label, which has an 8-inch centre screen and a smaller instrument display.
Lariat Ultimate adds equipment including the higher-level B&O Unleashed system and extra assistance features. It is not necessary simply to get the large centre screen. Check the exact package content and functioning cameras before paying a premium for a seller’s “fully loaded” description.
Safety and driver assistance
Standard equipment includes blind-spot information with cross-traffic alert, the 360-degree camera, automatic high beams and LED reflector headlamps. Adaptive cruise control and the broader assistance package are optional on Lariat rather than guaranteed by the badge. Platinum includes more of this equipment as standard.
PowerScope telescoping tow mirrors are included and deserve a practical check with the trailer you intend to use. Camera views are useful for positioning, but they cannot show every obstacle or replace a walkaround of the truck and trailer before departure.
Separate package: the 2025 Roush F-350 Lariat
Our Roush-equipped example is specifically described as a four-wheel-drive F-350 with the 6.7-litre high-output diesel. Roush’s 2025 Super Duty package is offered on diesel F-250 and F-350 Lariat trucks. It is an aftermarket package built around the Ford truck, not another Ford factory trim.
Roush lists a diesel particulate filter-back exhaust, its suspension upgrade, 20-inch wheels, 35-inch General Grabber A/TX tires and slotted brake rotors. Its grille, lighting, fender flares, graphics and serialized interior details create the visual distinction. Premium Coffee Brown leather is optional in the Roush specification; it should not be treated as normal Lariat upholstery. Roush’s official 2025 package information.
Those changes do not establish a higher engine output or towing rating. No verified Canadian manufacturer package price was found, and the figure in the video title is not a universal Canadian MSRP. A buyer should obtain an itemized Canadian quote and confirm warranty coverage, installed parts and load implications rather than convert an advertised U.S. package price.
2025 Canadian trim comparison and pricing
These original Canadian Ford labels were checked on October 28, 2026. Each reference truck is a 2025 F-350 Crew Cab 4×4 with single rear wheels, a 160-inch nominal wheelbase and 6¾-foot box. The base prices exclude the diesel engine options fitted to these examples, other options, delivery, air-conditioning excise tax and sales taxes. Printed dates differ, so this is a historical comparison—not a same-day quote or current used-truck valuation.
| 2025 F-350 trim | Historical base MSRP (CAD) | Printed label date | Standard equipment and important options |
|---|---|---|---|
| XLT | $77,295 | March 27, 2025 | 6.8L gas V8, cloth seats, 8-inch SYNC 4 screen and rear-view camera. The reference truck’s diesel, heated seats, B&O audio and 360-degree camera are paid upgrades. |
| Lariat | $92,039 | March 12, 2025 | 6.8L gas V8, ActiveX upholstery, heated/ventilated front seats, 12-inch displays and 360-degree camera. Diesel and Lariat Ultimate are additional. |
| Platinum | $104,245 | January 14, 2025 | 7.3L gas V8, leather seating, LED projector headlamps, adaptive cruise and power running boards. Diesel, twin-panel moonroof and Platinum Plus are additional. |
The documented base-price differences are $14,744 from XLT to Lariat and $12,206 from Lariat to Platinum. Each label adds $2,395 destination and delivery plus $100 federal air-conditioning excise tax. An earlier Lariat label, dated January 30, lists $91,039 rather than $92,039: prices changed during the model year, which is why the dates matter. Earlier Canadian Lariat label.
Using the March Lariat base figure, delivery and federal air-conditioning excise bring the subtotal to $94,534 before options, other charges and sales taxes. The high-output diesel, assistance packages and appearance changes sit on top. That explains why two Lariats can have very different original totals without either being a different trim.
Competition and which trim makes sense
Lariat is worth comparing with an optioned XLT first. The XLT may cover the work requirement for less, but adding its comfort and camera packages changes the gap. Compare an equipped Lariat with Platinum if adaptive cruise, leather and the additional convenience features are priorities.
For related model-year perspectives, see our 2026 F-250 Lariat Tremor review and 2026 F-350 Platinum review. Their chassis and prices are separate from this 2025 comparison.
Frequently asked questions
Does every 2025 F-350 Lariat have a diesel?
No. The standard engine is the 6.8-litre gasoline V8. The regular and high-output 6.7-litre diesels are optional.
Does Lariat include leather seats and adaptive cruise?
Normal 2025 Lariat seats use ActiveX. Adaptive cruise is optional; check the truck’s equipment list. The Roush package’s optional leather is a separate upgrade.
Does Roush make the F-350 tow more?
The cited package information does not establish a higher tow rating. Use the actual vehicle’s certified limits and the applicable Ford towing information.