2024 Lariat vs Tremor

[usernameistaken]

I am torn between the two as the price is only $1000 difference in Canada.
Which one is the better overall choice?
Lariat 502A with all of the options/upgrades with 6.5' bed vs Tremor 402A with all of the possible options/upgrades with 5.5' bed? Both with V8 5.0L engine.

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[adyaro77]

Do you do off road stuff or tow / haul more? Yeah tremor looks cool, but do you need it? The Tremor will probably have lower towing capacity. Given the bed length alone. Two completely different trucks for two completely different uses.

 

[usernameistaken]

The Lariat is $1000 more expensive than Tremor. I just wanted to see if one of them is “all around” truck. Lariat also comes with FX4 package. I like that Tremor comes with aggressive tires and steel front and rear bumpers. Not sure if Lariat also comes with steel bumpers.
I don’t do off-road at all and I think some people just buy them for the looks and not always buy for what it is intended for.
It is good to have when you need it.
Just wanted to hear what people think here.

 

[adyaro77]

The Lariat is $1000 more expensive than Tremor. I just wanted to see if one of them is “all around” truck. Lariat also comes with FX4 package. I like that Tremor comes with aggressive tires and steel front and rear bumpers. Not sure if Lariat also comes with steel bumpers.
I don’t do off-road at all and I think some people just buy them for the looks and not always buy for what it is intended for.
It is good to have when you need it.
Just wanted to hear what people think here.

In my personal opinion the FX4 Lariat would be more of an all around truck. 157" wheelbase turning radius will take some getting used to. Great for towing. Never had a 6.5 bed F-150, but I have had a few short bed 250's. I agree with people buying Tremors for looks. You could always level/lift the Lariat and throw aggressive tires on.
I was hell bent on a 6.5 bed until I learned about only being available in chrome. Just can't do Chrome. I have done a chrome delete before. To have it professionally done it's expensive and have to tear the truck apart.

I only tow 6200 at the most. I was looking at tremors, but I like 20" tires. Like the way 20" tires drive and tow. Whenever I get a rental truck with 18" I can tell. Personal preference. Didn't want to buy a tremor and have to spend 4k+ on wheels and tires.

 

[usernameistaken]

In my personal opinion the FX4 Lariat would be more of an all around truck. 157" wheelbase turning radius will take some getting used to. Great for towing. Never had a 6.5 bed F-150, but I have had a few short bed 250's. I agree with people buying Tremors for looks. You could always level/lift the Lariat and throw aggressive tires on.
I was hell bent on a 6.5 bed until I learned about only being available in chrome. Just can't do Chrome. I have done a chrome delete before. To have it professionally done it's expensive and have to tear the truck apart.

I only tow 6200 at the most. I was looking at tremors, but I like 20" tires. Like the way 20" tires drive and tow. Whenever I get a rental truck with 18" I can tell. Personal preference. Didn't want to buy a tremor and have to spend 4k+ on wheels and tires.

That’s important point. I didn’t think about the turning radius. I wonder how much adjustment I need to get used to. You can get black appearance package on 6.5’ Lariat

 

[FORDTEXAS]

I think some people just buy them for the looks

you answered your own question.

 

[adyaro77]

That’s important point. I didn’t think about the turning radius. I wonder how much adjustment I need to get used to. You can get black appearance package on 6.5’ Lariat

I've yet to see a black appearance package on a 24' XLT or Lariat with a 6.5 bed. On a Platinum.
Far as turning radius you get used to it. Just always parking at back of lot.

 

[svtzx2]

FX4 package is more than enough for all the “I don’t do off road at all” you’ll be doing. I have used the FX4 for doing some off road farming chores where I honestly thought I’d get stuck in the field, and it performed better than I expected. Now you need to consider whether you’ll truly use the longer bed. What will you use it/need it for?

 

[adyaro77]

FX4 package is more than enough for all the “I don’t do off road at all” you’ll be doing. I have used the FX4 for doing some off road farming chores where I honestly thought I’d get stuck in the field, and it performed better than I expected. Now you need to consider whether you’ll truly use the longer bed. What will you use it/need it for?

I work out of my truck and the 5.5 bed works. Now I would say if you want to install a tool box a 6.5 bed is the way to go. And the only hardcover that is available for an F-150 with a toolbox is for the 6.5 bed..fyi.

So for example. I used to be a full time contractor. Had Econolines, Transit's, and super duties. All have their place. Now I have a 9 to 5 and part time contract. So I weigh daily driver vs work/tow/haul.

Every few years I take a 6200 lb boat to Florida. 2500 miles round trip. Things like max tow and the 6.5 bed would be nice, but come at a cost for daily driving. While shopping for a 24' I learned that max tow wasn't something I needed and actually decreased payload. I made sure to get the 3:73 rear end. Running up to the store or parking in a small town to hit a restaurant would be a pain with a larger wheelbase. Again, had several super duties. Usually would take the wife's car for those type of trips.

The bigger bed would be nice to work out of, but don't always need a 6.5 bed. A stick of 10 foot conduit is a pain to haul either way. That's what a van with a conduit rack is for.

Another equation is gas mileage. Definitely a lot to consider and I have spent so much time throughout the years debating my wants vs needs.

This time around the step was really important. Working out of my bed and getting older it was a must. Another must was tow mirrors. I had to add them after. Worked out well. I learned how to use forscan to program the marker lights.

Just like the XLT /Lariat / KR/ Platinum conversation. I have had two Lariats and one 250 platinum. I just purchased a 24' XLT. My needs changed and I had the tricked out trucks. Now I was more worried about payload, reliability, and financial burden. I just traded in a 23' 13,000 mile loaded out Lariat that had more flipping issues than most my vehicles combined. Had a nice water feature though.

So I would say with the cost of these trucks and some of the issues you read about on this forum choose wisely. My 24' has 700 miles and has been to the dealership already for several days. Going back on the 15th. I think more than ever with these trucks it's need vs affordability. Not so much want.

And my apologies I obviously replied to the wrong person.....

 

[JayceeP]

Lariat looks nicer IMO. Less gimicky.

 

[GrandpaD]

I had a Plat 6.5 and hated the turning radius with a passion. That was one of the compelling reasons I made the switch to my current '24 Lariat PB short bed which is a dream to drive in comparison. I don't tow and rarely haul any long pieces of lumber so the short bed just made me sense.

 

[Grafx36510]

Coming from someone with a ‘22 Tremor 402A, I think the ‘24s are a downgrade for the price they’re asking. No dynamic bending headlights, no bed camera, no led DRLs like the lariat will have. All of this at a price increase of 7,000 over the sticker on mine.

 

[themcmercslr]

Second the headlight disparity on a Lariat High vs Tremor... plus you are getting a foot more of steel and aluminum, so you are getting more in a raw material sense

 

[jhelrey]

I had a Plat 6.5 and hated the turning radius with a passion. That was one of the compelling reasons I made the switch to my current '24 Lariat PB short bed which is a dream to drive in comparison. I don't tow and rarely haul any long pieces of lumber so the short bed just made me sense.

I've toyed with the exact same situation. Only thing keeping me from doing so is the $$$ to upgrade per say.

 

[Jekyll]

I just upgraded from a SCAB 6.5 XLT to a SCREW 6.5 Lariat 502A. Yeah, turning radius is greater but, my brain adapts quickly. My recommendation is to buy what you need and will use. If you don't off-road, then don't buy the look - you'll save money and gain payload and towing performance. 502A takes a bite from payload.

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