FORD F150 LIGHTNING - THE NEW STANDARD

EV Channels Review

The Ford F-150 Lightning is presented as a potentially game-changing mainstream electric pickup, with the reviewer highlighting its impressive acceleration and silent operation, even in base trims. The extended-range model boasts a 320-mile range, which proved accurate in testing, though the lack of a heat pump is noted as a potential winter drawback. The vehicle's Pro Power Onboard system, offering up to 9.6 kW of output and the ability to power a home for days, is a significant advantage. However, the reviewer criticizes the steering as numb and inaccurate, and the vehicle's off-road capability is severely limited by its nine-inch ground clearance and running boards, leading to bottoming out on even mild obstacles. The interior is largely familiar F-150, which aids in transition to EV, with the large touchscreen being a standout feature. While the base Pro trim is lauded as a steal at $40k, the as-tested Lariat trim reached $80,589, making its value proposition more complex.