Mine are all black painted between matte and gloss finish. The ones with black chrome look is an overlay sticker. Or the black apparent package for emblem as seen above.
Having no block heater is terrible! That should be standard equipment for Canadian models. I live in Minnesota and ordered my Badlands and my Maverick both with block heaters. It is a must for winter here. Far less issues with vehicles with them installed and using them.
I just replaced my Battery 5 months after purchase. Bought aftermarket AGM Battery right away for the sake of my marriage. lol I would not be good to get a call from her stuck on side of the road somewhere. Happy Wife, Happy life! lol