Our comparison guide is here to help you choose between the 2025 Ford Super Duty’s most exclusive trim models — the Platinum and King Ranch!
Key Takeaways
- Generating up to 500 horses and 1,200 pound-feet of torque, both heavy-duty trim models help you achieve incredible feats!
- Both Super Duty trucks are big on upscale features, but it’s the Platinum that delivers top-tier luxury.
- You can expect plenty of tech upgrades from the King Ranch — and a few extras when you select the Platinum.
- While the 2025 Ford Super Duty King Ranch starts at $76,975*, the Super Duty Platinum only costs a little more, starting at $77,865*.
What 2025 Ford Super Duty truck is stronger, the Platinum or King Ranch?
It’s officially a tie, because the Super Duty’s most luxurious trim models are available with the same exact engine options. Not only do both the Platinum and King Ranch come standard with a 430-horsepower (gas-powered) V8 engine, but they’re also available with the best-in-class 500-horsepower turbodiesel Power Stroke V8! Better still, these heavy-duty trucks are ready for Colorado’s awesome terrain, with standard four-wheel drive.
2025 Ford Super Duty Platinum & King Ranch Powertrain Specs
- Standard 7.3L gasoline V8 (430 hp, 485 lb-ft)
- Optional 6.7L Power Stroke turbodiesel V8 (475 hp, 1,050 lb-ft)
- Optional high-output 6.7L Power Stroke turbodiesel V8 (500 hp, 1,200 lb-ft)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Four-wheel drive
Which is the more luxurious option, the 2025 Ford Super Duty Platinum or King Ranch?
When you’re choosing between Platinum and King Ranch for your next truck, this just might be the biggest factor. But first, we should point out that both trucks are extremely luxurious! However, the Platinum has a slight edge over its fellow upscale Super Duty truck, adding to the King Ranch lineup with little extras like soft-touch cabin surfaces and power-adjustable pedals. The Platinum also delivers unique styling, with glossy black exterior trim and flashy aluminum cabin trim.
Meanwhile, the King Ranch adds to the upscale Lariat lineup (that is, the trim model one level down from the King Ranch) with premium cabin materials and its own unique styling. Where the Platinum radiates classic luxury, the King Ranch delivers exclusive Western-themed details, including a two-tone paint job and Kingsville Antique leather upholstery!
2025 Ford Super Duty King Ranch Highlights
- 20-inch bright machined aluminum wheels with King Ranch center cap
- Unique Kingsville Antique leather seating
- Heated and ventilated multicontour front seats
- Heated, Kingsville Antique leather-wrapped steering wheel with driver memory
- Leather and woodgrain interior door trim
- Two-tone exterior with lower accent color
- Bright chrome grille with Caribou accents
Super Duty Platinum Luxury Features
- 20-inch Ebony Black aluminum wheels
- Unique Platinum leather upholstery
- Easy Entry Driver’s Seat with memory settings
- Heated and ventilated multicontour front seats
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel with driver memory
- Soft-touch interior surfaces on armrest, grab handle, map pockets, and reflector
- Power-adjustable pedals
- Power-deployable running boards
- Power tailgate with retractable tailgate step
- Agate Black grille
- Body-color bumpers, door handles, and tailgate release
- Satin aluminum grille
- Chrome exhaust tip
Do the 2025 Ford Super Duty Platinum and King Ranch share the same tech upgrades?
When it comes to savvy infotainment and high-tech safety gear, these heavy-duty trucks have just about everything in common. Both pickups provide premium audio and a 360-degree parking camera, for instance. You’ll also enjoy a nifty head-up display — something that really comes in handy when you’re trying to focus on off-road terrain!
However, it’s the Platinum that treats you to the longest list of tech gear. Upgraded LED projector headlamps make it safer to head into the mountains after dark. And the Onboard Scales and Smart Hitch systems estimate payloads and help you ensure proper trailer tongue weight.
Platinum & King Ranch Tech Features
- 12-inch instrument panel
- Head-up display
- SYNC 4 with 12-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 14-speaker B&O sound system, including subwoofer
- LED fog lamps
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 suite of safety aids (including adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go, 360-degree camera, and blind-spot alert with Trailer Coverage)
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist
- Pro Trailer Hitch Assist
- Trailer Reverse Guidance
Platinum Tech Upgrades
- On-Board Scales & Smart Hitch
- Upgraded LED headlamps
- LED tail lamps
Which has the best price, the 2025 Ford Super Duty Platinum or King Ranch?
Since these trucks have almost everything in common, it’s not especially surprising that they’re similarly priced. And considering how much power, upscale comfort, and street-smart technology comes with each truck, these top-of-the-line trim models are very fairly priced. Get your 2025 Super Duty King Ranch starting at $76,975* or upgrade to the Super Duty Platinum from $77,865*!
*MSRP as of 11/19/25.
Your New Super Duty Truck
Are you shopping for a very luxurious heavy-duty truck with Colorado-ready four-wheel drive? Visit us at Brighton Ford to test-drive both the 2025 Ford Super Duty King Ranch and Platinum trims. Even if you think you know which trim model you’ll prefer, we recommend giving both options the once-over. After all, it’s not every day you invest in an upscale workhorse!