2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Model Review with Specs, Price & Photos
Key Features
- Starting at $51,974 MSRP*
- Dual eMotor all-electric powertrain with standard four-wheel drive, Standard-Range Battery (426 HP / 775 LB-FT TQ) or Extended-Range Battery (563 HP / 775 LB-FT TQ)
- Targeted EPA-estimated EV Range of up to 240 Miles (Standard-Range Battery) and 320 Miles (Extended-Range Battery) with Level 2/Level 3 Fast-Charging Capabilities
- Optional Ford Intelligent Backup Power System
- Targeted 10,000-pound Max Towing Capacity and 2,000-pound Max Payload Capacity
- Available SYNC® 4A Technology with 15.5-inch Portrait Touchscreen Display featuring Cloud-Based Connectivity and Connected Navigation
- Mega Power Frunk including four Pro Power Onboard 120V Outlets and 14.1 additional cubic feet of cargo storage
- Ford Co-Pilot360™ 2.0 suite of driver-assistive safety technologies
About the Ford F-150 Lightning
It’s certainly not a secret that the Ford F-150 has continued to be America’s best-selling pickup for over four decades. For the very first time in its storied history, the F-150 Lightning begins the next chapter of the all-electric future for this legendary truck. Following the principles of Built Ford Tough™, the F-150 Lightning makes it clear that going electric doesn’t mean making compromises on the work-ready capability and dependability that’s made it famous. Drivers have their choice of either a standard or extended-range battery pack, capable of delivering up to an EPA-estimated 320 miles of targeted range. Its high-strength steel frame along with a military-grade aluminum-alloy body and bed combines strength and weight savings that help this zero-emission pickup get the job done. Take a seat behind the wheel and you’ll find a connected interior that’s equipped with the latest technological innovations from Ford including SYNC® 4A and the Ford Co-Pilot360™ 2.0 suite of driver-assistive safety features. These cutting-edge connectivity features help your Ford F-150 Lightning evolve with you, over time.
What the Critics Say
“Riding on a new EV platform, with the latest electrical architecture and fourth-generation electronics, the F-150 Lightning becomes the smartest and most connected truck in Ford's lineup, offering a new wealth of features and apps, along with a giant 15.5-inch touchscreen to access many of them.” — MotorTrend
“Showing off its raw grunt, my test driver took the Lightning up a 25% grade, which doesn't sound that steep until you see it filling the windshield. With 3 tons in tow, the truck had no trouble tackling this rather daunting hill, easily putting it in the rearview mirror, all while emitting nothing more than a whirr.” — Roadshow by CNET
What’s New for 2023
With demand still exceptionally high for the all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning, this popular pickup returns for 2023 with a few minor adjustments to its successful formula. The first improvement is additional range from the standard capacity battery. 2023 models now come standard with 240 miles, an increase of 10 miles from last year. Also new this year is the available Pro Trailer Hitch Assist feature. This innovation takes the guesswork out of hitching up to your trailer by automatically controlling steering, throttle, and brake inputs. Pro Trailer Hitch Assist is optional on Pro, XLT, and Lariat trims and comes standard with the Tow Technology Package.
Ford F-150 Lightning Features
Electrifying Power
Regardless of if your truck is used for recreation or work, the Ford F-150 Lightning revolutionizes the way you think of performance and capability. Far from a shiny toy, the Lightning features an all-electric powertrain that’s been engineered to the same exacting standards as the rest of the F-150 lineup. Infused with Built Ford Tough™ principles, drivers have their choice of a Standard-Range Battery (426 HP / 775 LB-FT TQ) or an Extended-Range Battery (563 HP / 775 LB-FT TQ) paired with a standard four-wheel drive system. A targeted 10,000-pound max towing capacity and 2,000-pound max payload capacity help showcase how going electric doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice capability. Its dual eMotor powertrain also features selectable drive modes to customize drive characteristics along with a projected 0 to 60 time in the mid-4-second range. Helping you work both smarter and harder - the Ford F-150 Lightning is also available with cutting-edge tech features including Pro Trailer Hitch Assist, Smart Hitch, and onboard scales that help you calculate payload.
Unmatched Capability
Challenging conventional thinking of what a full-size pickup is capable of, the Ford F-150 Lightning is built with class-exclusive features that you can’t find on any competitor. Whether you’re on the jobsite or making the most of your weekend plans, the available Pro Power Onboard feature offers 9.6 kW of maximum auxiliary power provided through 11 outlets. Transforming your truck into a mobile power station, the F-150 Lightning opens up a new realm of possibilities. Even more impressive is the sophisticated available Ford Intelligent Backup Power feature. Working alongside the optional 80-amp Ford Charge Station Pro, your F-150 Lightning is able to provide full home power for up to 3 days on a fully-charged battery or even up to 10 days when saving power. Harsh weather and unpredictable events won’t ever leave you and your family stranded inside your home again thanks to the F-150 Lightning. The biggest in its class, its standard Mega Power Frunk boasts four Pro Power Onboard 120V Outlets and 14.1 additional cubic feet of cargo storage. It’s simply too hard to overlook the tremendous collection of forward-thinking features made possible by the Ford F-150 Lightning.
Long Haul Hero
Choosing an all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning means that you can say goodbye to wasting valuable time and money at the gas pump. Groundbreaking charging solutions found on the F-150 Lightning make it possible to plug in and charge your truck while you’re working, while you’re asleep, and while you stop for a meal on your next long drive. The 80-amp Ford Charge Station Pro, included as standard on F-150 Lightning Extended Range models, delivers up to 30 miles of charge per hour to provide a full charge overnight. Our trusted installation partners offer streamlined installation solutions designed for your home and your individual situation. No matter how far the journey takes you, you’ll have access to the BlueOval™ Charge Network - America’s largest public charging network featuring 19,500 individual stations and continuing to expand by the day. Every Lightning model also comes standard with a Mobile Power Cord with a 240V connector that’s portable and ideal for when you’re traveling. Range anxiety and charging worries are two things you’ll never stress about again when you choose the electrified Ford F-150 Lightning.
Connected Interior
Crafted with productivity and connectivity as top priorities, the interior of the Ford F-150 Lightning is equipped with features that help you get the job done. Optional SYNC® 4 software keeps you connected to four favorite people, places, and app. Its available 15.5-inch portrait touchscreen display delivers stunning visual quality along with connected navigation, cloud-based connectivity, and more. Over-the-air software updates allow the system to improve over time, learning your individual preferences. Furthermore, the Intelligent Range feature of the F-150 Lightning intuitively learns and predicts energy usage by factoring in aspects of your drive like weather, traffic, grade, payload, towing weights, and more. FordPass™ Power My Trip can intuitively plan your next trip while mapping the route, planning charge times, and much more. Lending a helping hand when you need it the most is the groundbreaking Ford Co-Pilot360™ 2.0 suite of driver-assistive safety technologies. The Ford F-150 Lightning is also available with the advanced Ford BlueCruise feature, allowing you to experience hands-free driving on over 130,000 miles of North American roads.
Trims & Specs
Pro
- Starting at $51,974 MSRP*
- Dual Electric Motors with Standard-Range Battery (240 Miles est. Range)
- 2.4 kW Pro Power Onboard
- Mega Power Frunk
- Ford Co-Pilot360™ 2.0
- SYNC® 4 with 12-inch Capacitive LCD Touchscreen
XLT
- Starting at $59,474 MSRP*
- Signature Front Lighting
- Extended Running Boards with Enhanced Zone Lighting
- 360-Degree Camera
- Interior Work Surface
- Cloth Seating Surfaces
Lariat
- Starting at $74,474 MSRP*
- SYNC® 4A with 15.5-inch Portrait Touchscreen
- Leather-Trimmed, Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
- Power Tailgate with Unique Signature Rear Lighting
- 9.6 kW Pro Power Onboard
- 20-inch Dark Carbonized Gray Alloy Wheels
Platinum
- Starting at $96,874 MSRP*
- Extended-Range Battery (320 Miles est. Range)
- Nirvana Leather Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
- B&O Sound System Unleashed by Bang & Olufsen
- Ford Co-Pilot360™ Active 2.0 with BlueCruise Technology
- Twin Panel Moonroof
*Current MSRP for base vehicle. Excludes destination/delivery fee plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer processing charge, any electronic filing charge, and any emission testing charge. Optional equipment not included. Starting A, Z and X Plan price is for qualified, eligible customers and excludes document fee, destination/delivery charge, taxes, title and registration. Not all vehicles qualify for A, Z or X Plan. All Mustang Shelby GT350® and Shelby® GT350R prices exclude gas guzzler tax.
**EPA-estimated city/hwy mpg for the model indicated. See fueleconomy.gov for fuel economy of other engine/transmission combinations. Actual mileage will vary. On plug-in hybrid models and electric models, fuel economy is stated in MPGe. MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.
***Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver's attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle. It does not replace safe driving. See Owner's Manual for details and limitations.
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