The Ford F-150 Lightning is a full-size electric truck that shares many of the same characteristics with the gas version of this popular truck. Unlike other electric trucks, the body style is very similar to the gas F-150s. The electric version adds two electric motors and an independent rear suspension. It has an estimated range of 240 to 320 miles on a charge and makes 452 horsepower with the Standard Range battery and 580 with the Extended Range battery. Peak torque for both battery setups is 775 pounds per foot.
One thing the F-150 Lightning is known for, is its speed. Capable of going from zero to 60 in just four seconds, the Lightning is the fastest F-150 on the market today.
Many first-time electric vehicle shoppers have a lot of questions about the life expectancy of their vehicle’s batteries. The average lithium-ion electric vehicle battery will last 15 to 20 years, or around 200,000 miles, before needing to be replaced. However, one of the big draws of the F-150 Lightning is its extended life expectancy. In fact, the Lightning can last even longer than the gas-powered version of this vehicle. The Lightning will last around 300,000 miles, provided it receives regular routine maintenance and care. This may mean replacing the batteries once during the vehicle’s lifetime.
The Ford F-150 Lightning is one of the most popular electric trucks available today. That’s because it blends many of the features and the functionality of the F-150 with an impressive range, fast acceleration, and other unique features. While towing will reduce your battery range, the F-150 Lightning is capable of towing up to 10,000 pounds, far more than many other electric trucks and vehicles.
In addition to these features, the truck is equipped with lots of technology in the cab. It comes with a 12-inch infotainment screen with Ford Sync 4 software. Some models even have a larger 15.5-inch display. The Lightning has Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and in-dash navigation.
The F-150 Lightning can be charged at your home with both 100 and 220-volt outlets. You can also charge at public DC fast-charging stations when you need a quick fill-up on the road. You can even charge your F-150 Lightning on Tesla Superchargers using a Fast Charging Adapter or the Magic Dock. The Lightning can charge from 15 percent to 80 percent in just 44 minutes.
A loaner vehicle is one that the dealership loans out, often to customers with vehicles that are receiving service at their dealership’s maintenance department. Dealerships often keep several vehicles on hand to lend to customers when their vehicles need to stay for warranty work or other service for several days. You can call our sales team at 501-501-3290 for more information on these vehicles.
Loaner vehicles can be an excellent purchase. While they may be a year or more old, they often have low mileage and have been well-maintained by the dealership during this time. Not only can this help you get a great deal on a used vehicle, but it also means that you can rest assured that you know the vehicle’s full history of maintenance and accidents. In some cases, loaner vehicles may come with a variety of warranty options, much like a new vehicle.