Skip all of the above options.The EcoBoost hasn't been on the scene long enough to prove it's durability in the world of long term heavy towing and if you look around the truck forums, you'll see some grumbling about them.. Are you buying a truck for the options or for the towing capabilities? You are going to run out of payload with the 1/2 ton.You may not think so now, but take it from someone who is on their third truck, you will. You'll load more gear, want a bigger trailer, etc. Forgo the leather seats, wood trim, and whistles and bells you really aren't going to need and put that $$$ on a 3/4 ton truck that will do what you need without worry.. You can always get a Focus for a grocery getter.