2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The F-150 Lightning has been so successful and popular that Ford had to temporarily close the order books to give itself breathing room on the production lines. When the books reopened for 2023 orders, the truck featured a higher price and longer range. All trims got a significant price bump: The base Pro trim is up $7,000 to $48,769 (including $1,795 destination), and the top Platinum Extended Range model is up $6,000 to $98,669. Other trims saw increases between $6,000 and $8,500.
Ford offers four trims for the 2023 F-150 Lightning: Pro, XLT, Lariat, and Platinum. Buyers may also consider the Rivian R1T or the GMC Hummer EV. The Chevrolet Silverado EV and other electric pickup trucks won’t be far behind.
The base Pro model is work-oriented. Though a price increase never feels like a great thing, Ford gave the base standard-range Lightning a 10-mile range boost, bringing the total to 240 miles. The extended-range battery still offers 320 miles for the XLT and Lariat trims, and 300 miles for the Platinum trim.
Both battery options come with powerful electric motors. The standard-range configuration comes with 452 horsepower and 775 pound-feet of torque, and the extended-range pack comes with a 580-horsepower motor. Standard-range Lightning models can tow up to 7,700 pounds when equipped with the max trailering package (5,000 pounds without), and the extended-range models can tow up to 10,000 pounds with the trailering package.
Ford made sure that every F-150 Lightning model feels deluxe, so even the base Pro model gets a load of high-end tech and comfort features. A 12-inch touchscreen comes standard, running Ford’s excellent Sync 4 infotainment system. The Lariat and top Platinum trims come with a massive 15.5-inch display mounted in a portrait configuration, similar to the setup in the Mustang Mach-E.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, and all trims come with connected navigation that offers real-time traffic and other information. A 12-inch configurable digital gauge cluster is also standard, and Ford says it will add new functionality over time using over-the-air (OTA) updates. The top trims get a phone-as-a-key system, and Ford offers two Bang and Olufsen sound systems in the top two trims.
Pickup trucks aren’t always at the forefront when it comes to safety equipment, but Ford includes its Co-Pilot360 tech with every Lightning model. The package comes with automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, forward-collision warnings, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alerts, automatic high beams, a rearview camera, reverse parking sensor, and lane-keeping assist. The Lariat and Platinum trims also get adaptive cruise control with stop and go, lane-centering, speed-limit recognition, evasive steering assist, and intersection assist. The Platinum trim adds Ford’s BlueCruise system, which is a hands-free advanced adaptive cruise control system that competes with GM’s SuperCruise and Tesla’s Autopilot.
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2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Pricing
Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Touch screen display radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 80 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 14.0 · Front brake width: 1.34 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.8 · Rear brake width: 0.94 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: scuff plate · Floor Material: rubber · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 115V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Front power outlet: 115V · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): USB-C rear · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: voice recognition controls · Storage: under rear seats · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 2
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 9.61 · Locking differential: rear
Engine
EV battery capacity: 98 kWh · EV on-board charger rating: 10.5 kW · Electric Charge Cord: 240 volt · Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium ion · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time (120V): 95 hours · Electric motor charging time (240V): 15 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 230
Exterior Features
Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Tailgate: EZ-Lift · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: app marketplace integration · Infotainment: SYNC · Infotainment screen size: 12 in. · Smartphone integration: wireless Apple CarPlay
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 12 in. · Warnings and reminders: low battery
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 2
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: front pedestrian · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Programmable safety key: MyKey · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: folds up · Upholstery: vinyl
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Steering ratio: 17.4
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: FordPass Connect · Smart device app function: horn/light operation · Wifi: hotspot
Tires
Type: all terrain
Tires and Rims
Wheels: aluminum with painted accents
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class IV · Trailer wiring: 4-pin
Wheels
Wheel locks: spare only
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse · Solar-tinted glass: rear
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 80 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 14.0 · Front brake width: 1.34 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.8 · Rear brake width: 0.94 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: scuff plate · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 115V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Front power outlet: 115V · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: under rear seats · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 9.61 · Locking differential: rear
Engine
EV battery capacity: 98 kWh · EV on-board charger rating: 10.5 kW · Electric Charge Cord: 240 volt · Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium ion · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time (120V): 95 hours · Electric motor charging time (240V): 15 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 230
Exterior Features
Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: grey · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · Running boards: illuminated · Tailgate: EZ-Lift · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: app marketplace integration · Infotainment: SYNC · Infotainment screen size: 12 in. · Smartphone integration: wireless Android Auto
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 12 in. · Warnings and reminders: low battery
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: automatic high beam dimmer · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual Adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: rear · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Programmable safety key: MyKey · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: folds up · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Steering ratio: 17.4
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: FordPass Connect · Smart device app function: horn/light operation · Wifi: hotspot
Tires
Type: all terrain
Tires and Rims
Wheels: aluminum with painted accents
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class IV · Trailer wiring: 4-pin
Wheels
Wheel locks: spare only
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse · Solar-tinted glass: rear
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Premium Brand: Bang & Olufsen · Radio: FM · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · Watts: 640
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 14.0 · Front brake width: 1.34 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.8 · Rear brake width: 0.94 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adaptive stop and go cruise control: semi-automatic · Adjustable pedals: power · Ambient lighting: color · Assist handle: front · Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering · Cargo area power outlet: 115V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Front power outlet: 115V · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: 3 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: voice recognition controls · Storage: under rear seats · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 9.61 · Locking differential: rear
Engine
EV battery capacity: 98 kWh · EV on-board charger rating: 10.5 kW · Electric Charge Cord: 240 volt · Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium ion · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time (120V): 95 hours · Electric motor charging time (240V): 15 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 230
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: grey · Mirror color: body-color · Pickup bed light: LED · Rear bumper color: body-color · Running boards: illuminated · Tailgate: removable · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: app marketplace integration · Infotainment: SYNC · Infotainment screen size: 15.5 in. · Smartphone integration: wireless Android Auto
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 12 in. · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: cornering · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: driver side auto-dimming
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Pre-collision warning system: intersection/junction turn · Programmable safety key: MyKey · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Steering ratio: 17.4
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: FordPass Connect · Smart device app function: EV battery charging control · Wifi: hotspot
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class IV · Trailer wiring: 4-pin
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: power horizontal · Tailgate: Step
Wheels
Wheel locks: spare only
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse · Solar-tinted glass: rear
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Premium Brand: Bang & Olufsen · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 17 · Watts: 1080
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 14.0 · Front brake width: 1.34 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.8 · Rear brake width: 0.94 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: aluminum · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Door trim: aluminum · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Active parking system: fully automated · Adaptive stop and go cruise control: semi-automatic · Adjustable pedals: power · Ambient lighting: color · Assist handle: front · Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering · Cargo area power outlet: 115V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Front power outlet: 115V · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): USB cargo area · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 9.61 · Locking differential: rear
Engine
EV battery capacity: 131 kWh · EV on-board charger rating: 17.6 kW · Electric Charge Cord: 240 volt · Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium ion · Electric Motor HP: 580 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 427 · Electric Motor Torque: 775 · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time (120V): 95 hours · Electric motor charging time (240V): 15 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 320
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Pickup bed light: LED · Rear bumper color: body-color · Running boards: black · Skid plate(s): front · Tailgate: EZ-Lift · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: SYNC · Infotainment screen size: 15.5 in. · Smartphone integration: wireless Android Auto
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 12 in. · Warnings and reminders: low battery
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: anti-trapping feature · Moonroof / Sunroof: power sunshade
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: front pedestrian · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Programmable safety key: MyKey · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: folds up · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Steering ratio: 17.4
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: FordPass Connect · Smart device app function: phone as a key · Wifi: hotspot
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: polished aluminum with painted accents
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class IV · Trailer wiring: 7-pin
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: power horizontal · Tailgate: Step
Wheels
Wheel locks: spare only
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse · Solar-tinted glass: rear