For those who love the renowned Ford F-150, you’re sure to enjoy its electric sibling: The 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning. This all-electric pickup shares much of the same functionality with the gas F-150, but adds electric efficiency and speed. Let’s break down everything you need to know about the F-150 Lightning.
Performance and Range
The Lightning is offered only as a crew cab with a 5.5 foot bed, and comes standard with two electric motors and AWD. The Standard Range battery in the Pro and XLT trims is capable of producing 452 hp and an impressive 775 lb-ft of torque. The Extended Range battery fitted to the Flash, Lariat, and Platinum trims raises the horsepower to 580 hp. All that power is used to generate lightning-quick acceleration, with a 0-60 mph of only 4.0 seconds.
A driving range of 230 miles is possible with the standard battery, while the larger battery boosts the range to 320 miles, which is ideal for road trips or long daily commutes. The Lightning has exceptional fuel economy, rated at 76 MPGe in the city (78 for the larger battery), and 61 MPGe on the highway (63 with the larger battery).
Towing Specs
Just like the gas F-150, this pickup is meant to haul serious weight. With the Standard Range battery, the maximum towing capacity is 7,700 pounds, which gets raised to 10,000 pounds with the Extended Range battery. This kind of capacity is ideal for job site-level strength or for hauling large trailers or boats. An available tow package includes an integrated brake controller and integrated scale to assist with balancing trailer weight.
Technology and Connectivity
A high-definition, 12-inch infotainment touchscreen comes standard in Pro, XLT, and Flash trims, with Platinum and Lariat trims featuring an even larger 15.5-inch screen. All setups come with advanced wireless connectivity, including Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, an integrated navigation system, and a 5G Wi-Fi hotspot. In the higher trims, Ford’s BlueCruise technology is standard, which enables hands-free highway driving to reduce driving fatigue during long drives.
Storage and Interior
The Lightning’s cab is spacious, with plenty of room to store equipment and gear among the two rows of seating. Bolstering the storage space is the 14-cu.ft. front trunk, which is fully removable and can hold up to 400 pounds.
Heated seats and dual-zone climate control is standard in all trims, while XLT adds power-adjustable front seats and pedals, and Flash adds a heated steering wheel. In the luxury Platinum trim, leather upholstery and massaging seats add a whole new level of comfort and style.
The F-150 Lightning is a practical pickup, serving as a proficient electric truck for people who love to drive trucks. To get behind the wheel of your next pickup, visit Columbiana Ford in Columbiana, OH.