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2022 Ford F-150 Lightning First Look: The Electric Pickup Has an Amazingly Small Cost, Mega Specifications<br>
Ford's all-electric full-size pickup is a pressure of nature plugged into a very popular lineup.



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Steven PhamPhotographerManufacturerPhotographerAlisa PriddleAuthorMay 20, 2021

The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning full-size all-electric pickup is a thunderbolt that strikes at the heart of an industry hurtling towards fostering of electrical vehicles. That heart is shaped like, well, the American full-size pickup truck market.



The F-150 has actually been the very popular truck for 44 years running, and also Ford has tampered with it big time to generate the brand-new electrical Lightning. (Ford made use of the name previously on its SVT-branded efficiency pickup terminated after the 2004 version year.) The F-150's combustion engine is replaced with batteries as well as electrical motors, generally an insignificant, regulation-satisfying pivot in today's car market, however on a high-volume lorry such as the F-150, it potentially represents a seismic shift-- not just for Ford yet likewise for the industry as well as its general fostering of EVs. And also with the base work vehicle bring a beginning rate of $41,669 (the MSRP minus the called for location charges is just under $40,000, and it qualifies for Federal and also state EV tax obligation motivations), Ford sends a solid message that you do not require deep pockets to go electric.



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The Lightning does not replace the "normal" F-150. It instead increases the vehicle family members with a smoother, much more aerodynamic electric version with trendy lighting as well as wheels. It comes just with the four-door SuperCrew cab as well as a 5.5-foot bed. The appearance stands out, with traces of Mustang Mach-E, however continues to be quickly identifiable as an F-150. Ford leadership informed the vehicle's developers it really did not desire the 2022 Lightning to appear like a scientific research experiment.



Why should a loyal pickup customer think about the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning when it goes on sale in May 2022? Since it boasts couple of compromises but supplies different superlative attributes that could make the traditional vehicle resemble an outright Luddite.



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A few key F-150 Lightning specs:



The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is a five-passenger SuperCrew taxicab with a 5.5-foot bed. These are the same measurements as its traditional counterpart, meaning usual accessories and also devices will function and also fit just the same.

Optimum haul of 2,000 pounds, of which 400 extra pounds can enter the frunk where the engine made use of to be.

It can tow as much as 10,000 pounds.

With extended battery: 563 horse power, 775 lb-ft of torque, and also a driving series of about 300 miles on a single charge.

With basic battery: 426 hp, 775 lb-ft, and a range of concerning 230 miles.

Front and back electric motors offer conventional all-wheel drive, and also skidplates shield the underbody while off-roading. 2015 ford edge aftermarket grill

It keeps the full-size spare tire in the back.



Equally as sudden as a real lightning strike, the F-150 Lightning comes to be the quickest and most powerful F-150 in the lineup. Ford approximates it can speed up from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 4.4 seconds. The quickest Ford F-150 MotorTrend has examined was the previous-generation off-road Raptor design, with a finest time of 5.2 secs.



An additional key point: The 2022 Ford Lightning ends up being the initial F-150 to obtain an independent rear suspension-- required for packaging the rear motor-- along with its matching benefits to ride and also dealing with. The truck does not have air suspension.



Simply put, the Lightning not just goes electric however also addresses typical problems individuals have of the majority of vehicles: gas economy, flight, as well as handling.



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How Else Does The Lightning Differ From The Typical F-150?

Riding on a new EV system, with the current electric design as well as fourth-generation electronics, the F-150 Lightning becomes the smartest and most connected truck in Ford's schedule, using a brand-new wealth of functions and apps, in addition to a huge 15.5-inch touchscreen to accessibility much of them.



It also makes it less complicated to get over-the-air software updates throughout its lifetime to attend to prospective concerns and also to likewise update and also include brand-new attributes, such as much better maps, smooth billing and also payment, or enhanced BlueCruise, Ford's hands-free highway-driving assist system.



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Possibly one of the most shocking Lightning attribute is its beginning cost. As mentioned, the base job truck starts at $41,669 and is available for both retail and also fleet customers. It is just one of four trims; the others are the popular XLT (which starts at $54,669), Lariat (starting cost forthcoming), as well as Platinum (regarding $90,000). 2017 ford edge black grill



For contrast, the 2022 GMC Hummer EV electrical pick-up launches this loss with the completely filled Version 1, which begins at $112,595. The most affordable trim, the EV2, runs $79,995 and also won't be available till 2024. You can buy two Lightning XLTs for the price of a Hummer Edition 1. One more competitor, the 2021 Rivian R1T that takes place sale next month, starts at $67,500. Tesla continues to establish the Cybertruck, which it wants to sell for $39,900, yet past experience suggests it will sticker for much more, and also the launch day, possibly by year end, might be fluid going on late.



Ford is taking appointments for the Lightning now, needing a $100 deposit to get on the list. Authorities will not say the amount of orders will comprise a sold-out initial model year, yet the business expects solid need. About 2,300 of Ford's 3,000 U.S. suppliers are licensed to offer as well as service EVs, as well as the Lightning originally will just be offered in The United States and Canada.



Meet Ford's New Skateboard (And Battery).

The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning has been in the help regarding 3 years, and also it is the very first vehicle on a new committed electric-vehicle system. The skateboard was created from scratch with a brand-new structure placing the battery pack in between the rails, expanding between the front as well as rear motors. There are no plans to add a 3rd electric motor for efficiency. An exoskeleton, water-proof housing, and full-body metal skidplates shield the battery.



Ford did not reveal the size of the Lightning's pouch-style lithium-ion battery packs. The high-energy-density cells use a nickel-manganese-cobalt cathode chemistry with particularly reduced cobalt loading. They will originate from the brand-new SK Development battery plant in Georgia. For repair work, technicians will certainly be able to remove suitcase-sized areas of the battery.



The skateboard is level and also low, that makes packing items into the front trunk (frunk) much easier. The front suspension was also reinforced to provide the frunk a haul of 400 extra pounds.



Batteries are hefty, and also the vehicle evaluates about 6,500 extra pounds, about 1,000 more than the same truck with the 3.5-liter engine. The batteries alone consider concerning 1,800 pounds, Ford officials informed Head of state Joe Biden during an excursion of the Rouge Facility in Dearborn, Michigan, where the truck will be constructed. Biden later took among the Lightnings for a spin in a vacant whole lot, with an U.S. Secret Service agent in the traveler seat. "This fool's fast," the commander in chief claimed later.



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Charging The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning.

All trucks feature a mobile charger that can either plug into a conventional 240-volt electrical outlet, which supplies concerning 13 miles per billing hour at 32 amps, or right into a regular 120-volt outlet to charge at 3 miles per hour. The brand-new 80-amp residence battery charger, Ford Cost Station Pro, is the far better method to go, charging up 30 miles of range in an hour and getting the bigger extended-range battery from 15 to 100 percent charge in concerning eight hours.



At a DC fast battery charger, the extended-range Lightning can acquire 54 miles of variety in 10 mins and also charge from 15 to 80 percent in concerning 41 mins. The cost port is on the front motorist's side of the vehicle, instead of the Hummer, which puts the port at the rear of the truck on the presumption proprietors will back into the charger terminals.



The Lightning uses 400-volt charging, as compared to 800-volt billing for the Hummer.



Ford has cobbled together a network of 63,000 fee plugs from assorted companions, as well as the number expands. On-screen apps assist locate readily available chargers and are intended to show, in real time, if they are working and also readily available. Consumers can use the FordPass app to access them. Purchasers will certainly obtain the very first 250 kW cost-free, which must benefit regarding four complete charges. The onboard Smart Array attribute will identify the best locations to reenergize, considering weather, web traffic, payload (determined by onboard sensing units), towing weights, your driving behaviors, and also extra, to adjust the array accordingly.



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Utilizing The Ford Lightning To Power Practically Everything.

The truck can export as much as 9.6 kW of power-- you can attract 2.4 kW from electrical outlets in the frunk and one more 7.2 kW from those in the bed. For contrast, you can offload 7.2 kW (optimum) from the F-150 Crossbreed.



With Pro Power Onboard, the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning can power tools at a worksite or playthings at a camping area or your home (for a while). The Lightning has 11 electrical outlets for power, with 4 120-volt electrical outlets as well as one 240-volt electrical outlet in the bed, and 4 more 120-volt outlets in the frunk. If you add USB ports, there are 21 electrical outlets total, rivaling some apartment or condos.



If the battery level drops listed below a third of its full variety, drivers will get a FordPass alert to choose whether to maintain powering devices or preserve the energy for travel. The all-electric F-150 can be set to quit using Pro Power Onboard when the battery level comes close to the distance to the following cost terminal.



With the residence combination system, if there is a power interruption, you can also power your house for three days-- 10 days if you allocate-- with 9.6 kW of Ford Intelligent Back-up Power. If the vehicle is plugged in the house, the automated system will certainly acknowledge the power is out and also draw juice from the truck, through the wall box, as well as into the inverter, which is linked to the residence's main electrical system. When power is brought back, the lorry will certainly return to billing.



In the future, Ford Intelligent Power will allow you to bill your truck overnight when electricity is least expensive and also send the power back into your house throughout high-cost, peak-energy hours to aid keep general expenses down.



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Looks Issue.

Ford chose one of the most prominent setup for the Lightning-- SuperCrew-- and it does not plan to include others. The additional freight space in the frunk somewhat negates the demand for a much longer bed.



Lights is vital to the look. Light bars span the car's size front and also back, making it look a little bit much more futuristic. Headlights and also taillamps have their very own signature shape, and outside area lighting encircles the lorry. There are additionally lights in the frunk as well as in the bed.



The blacked-out chrome grille (which matches the chrome on the beltline) is affixed to the hood; they open as an unit to access the frunk. The wheels have a wind resistant beveled design and come in 18-, 20-, and also 22-inch dimensions. The F-150 Lightning likewise sports a brand-new, lengthened, wind resistant running board.



Words "Lightning" is in script on the sides of the bed, and the tailgate presents a Lightning badge with an American flag badge. The last suggestion appears prominent; it can be discovered on Jeeps and also on the brand-new Hummers.



Interior, Tailgate, And Also Box.

The taxicab is greatly the same as the conventional F-150, with a huge exemption: Ford upgraded the instrument panel to fit a 15.5-inch vertical touchscreen for Lariat and also Platinum trims, similar to the one in the Mustang Mach-E EV, with some adjustments. It has a significant "quantity" ring embedded in the screen near the bottom-- quite a wonder-- and it makes use of Ford's most current Sync 4A infotainment system. Several of the products and also colors are additionally unique to the Lightning.



The Lightning has the normal F-150's 180-degree reclining pole positions for a snooze and a console that turns over to create a work area when the gearshift is folded up off the beaten track. The tailgate opens up the same way, as well as the work surface and also bottle screw are intact-- something customers wanted. The cargo box preserves the exact same measurements to alleviate the transition for past vehicle owners, who can quickly transfer their accessories as well as devices to the brand-new truck. More than 95 percent of accessories carry over from the traditional F-150 to the Lightning.



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Now That's A Frunk.

Ford says the 2022 F-150 Lightning has the largest and also most powerful frunk in the sector. It has a much deeper subfrunk level under the removable and reversible nonskid mat. The grille opens up as a solitary item with the adjustable-height hood, as well as LED lights are installed on the bottom of the grille to illuminate the freight area.



The frunk has a reduced tons flooring and also provides 14.1 cubic feet of quantity, sufficient to hold 2 golf bags. It is a closed completely dry area yet can fit wet and filthy items, with a drain in the subfrunk flooring. The underfloor bin has a cover that doubles as a divider panel to sector the cargo hold. There are grocery store hooks, tie downs, and also a cargo net at the back.



Ford's Lightning supplies four drive settings: Regular, Sport, Off-Road, and also Tow/Haul. To assist the chauffeur, electronic cameras give a 360-degree sight. There are also box as well as accessory video cameras, however not a cam below the truck to see the terrain listed below you when wheels are in the air as you're off-roading.



Onboard Scales is one more awesome function; it uses the truck's sensors to approximate payload, letting you know when you struck the F-150 Lightning's limit. The input is fed to the journey organizer, which adjusts your range appropriately-- one more method to assuage range anxiousness.



Pro Trailer Hitch Help makes its launching on the Lightning; it regulates guiding, throttle, and also brake inputs to straighten your sphere drawback under your trailer coupler. You still need to jump out to connect the trailer yourself.



Lightning Call.

Ford brought back the Lightning name, initially made use of in 1992 on a performance F-150 that was the globe's fastest manufacturing truck at the time. Since the name was revealed for the EV, it has actually gotten favorable comments, advertising supervisor Brian Bell said. Fanatics are keyed for performance, as well as those who don't remember the original-- Lightning purchasers are anticipated to skew a bit younger, more metropolitan, as well as with greater earnings than traditional truck purchasers-- still believe it makes sense for an electrical vehicle.



" I like the Lightning name," chief engineer Linda Zhang claimed. "I assume we have actually done it justice." We think so, too.

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