What Is the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning?
The 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning is a fully electrified version of America’s most popular pickup truck. Available with anywhere from 230 to 320 miles of range, the F-150 Lightning has seating for five and comes standard with all-wheel drive. Acceleration is surprisingly quick, and it’s accomplished in near silence.
There are two battery pack choices. The standard-range pack delivers 452 horsepower; the extended-range version ups that to 580 hp. The roomy cabin features a 12-inch Sync 4 infotainment system that has large graphics and is easy to use after only a few minutes of familiarization. While it’s an EV, this is still a big and heavy truck at heart; body roll and steering feel remain trucklike when driving with verve through corners.
What’s New on the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning?
The 2023 F-150 Lightning remains technically the same as the 2022 model year, yet a significant price jump means the most basic version of this electric pickup now costs approximately $58,000 — roughly $16,000 more than its original sticker price.
What Features in the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- 12-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Navigation
- 5.5-foot cargo bed
- 12-inch digital instrument cluster
- Heated front seats
- Vinyl seating surfaces
- Dual-zone climate control
- Underbody skid plates
- Locking rear differential
- Blind spot warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Lane departure warning
- Rear parking sensors
Available features include:
- 15.5-inch touchscreen
- Wireless device charging
- Power-operated running boards
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Max Trailer Tow Package
- Adaptive cruise control
- 18-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system
- Leather seating
- 22-inch alloy wheels
- Power-deployable running boards
Should I Buy the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning?
The Ford F-150 Lightning represents a seismic shift in the pickup truck market. While rivals are relatively scarce for the moment, competitors like the Rivian R1T and upcoming electric versions of the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra will give the Lightning a run for its money — and while we’re speaking of money, the escalating price of the Lightning could make it a harder sell compared with the regular F-150 lineup. But for truck buyers who can adapt to the EV lifestyle (and who appreciate very quick acceleration), the Lightning is the complete package.
