Hardwearing, highly functional, and supercharged by electricity, the 2023 Ford 150 Lightning is the latest addition of Ford electric trucks. So if a robust, electrically-powered pickup is what you’ve been looking for, your search can end here. The Lightning boasts a powerful electric motor. You’ll experience an impressive torque slamming you into your seat when you step on the accelerator. But you may wonder what else this new Ford truck has to offer. Keep reading to learn more about the 2023 Ford 150 Lightning.
Power, Performance, and EV Motor
Each F-150 Lightning trim has AWD (all-wheel drive) and two electric motors. The Standard-Range battery offers a combined motor power of 452 horses. However, the Extended-Range battery horsepower is pegged at 580 horses. And peak torque (with both setups) is an astonishing 775 pound-feet. Additionally, the Lightning Platinum trim can hit 60 mph in a modest 4.0 seconds and, at 107 mph, cover a quarter-mile in less than 15 seconds.
Our tests revealed that the Lightning is impressive in acceleration, road manners, and handling. In fact, its responsiveness is credited to a reduced center of gravity, helping body roll to stay in check and stabilizing independent rear suspension.
Range, Charging, and Battery Life
The smaller 98.0-kWh battery retains a driving range of 230 miles a charge. However, upgrade to the bigger 131.0-kWh pack, and that figure is inflated to 320 miles. You can charge your F-150 Lightning at home with a 110- and 220-volt outlet. But the pickup can also juice at public fast-charging stations. Moreover, it charges 15 to 80 percent of battery capacity in under 45 minutes. The F-150 Lightning is also engineered as a backup generator, supplying up to three days of electricity for the typical home if an outage occurs.
Interior: Comfort, Cargo, and Space
The F-150 Lightning's interior offers an extra-large infotainment monitor and a sizeable front-trunk cargo cove. Furthermore, this Ford electric truck is provided as a crew cab only, sporting a 5.5-foot bed. While on the topic of space, the Lightning boasts a spacious front trunk (frunk), using the room where the conventional F-150 engine would have been stored for additional cargo.
Infotainment Connectivity
A 12.0- inch monitor infotainment system coupled with Ford's Sync 4 software comes as standard equipment. However, the Lariat and Platinum trims come with a bigger 15.0-inch touchscreen. Additional standard features include:
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- In-dash navigation
- Wi-Fi hotspot
Ford leverages its Bang & Olufsen partnership to deliver two optional high-end stereo systems. The Lariat boasts eight speakers and the Platinum has 18 speakers.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Attributes
Many driver-assistance attributes come standard with Ford's new BlueCruise semi-autonomous driving mode provided as an alternative. Key safety attributes include:
- Standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist
- Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
- Available adaptive cruise control with hands-free driving mode
Coverage for Maintenance and Warranty
Ford offers a basic warranty bundle to protect the F-150 Lightning. And this includes an eight-year/100,000-mile policy for electric vehicle elements. Moreover, this additive warranty rivals other EV competitors.
- Limited warranty covers 36,000 miles (or 3 years)
- Powertrain warranty covers 60,000 (or 5 years)
- Battery components warranty covers 100,000 (or 8 years)
- No complimentary maintenance available
Conclusion
The Lightning is a robust, impressive, and innovative new Ford truck that exudes strength and confidence. So if you’re looking for an electrically powered pickup with the same power as its gas counterpart, you’ll want to contact us today At Weelborg Ford to learn more.
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