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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 F-150 Lightning, so we've included reviews for other years of the F-150 Lightning since its last redesign.
Next Level F-150
Erich, 09/02/2022
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat 4dr SuperCrew 4WD SB (electric DD)
24 of 27 people found this review helpful
To be truthful, I would rate it a 4.5. It's an excellent V1 e-truck. It delivers improved stability (due to weight and independent rear suspension), provides a quality trim (but not necessarily best-in-class), the build has a perfect fit & finish, it provides a convenient "Frunk" with comfortable seats, it is super quiet on roads, and a so-so Infotainment system marked by slowness and lack of multitasking capabilities, Wireless CarPlay is nevertheless a plus. Sadly the 2022 version will not be upgradable to Google Automobile OS (a big miss on Ford's part). A standard range battery is perfect for our use case (99% local driving), and as such, 110V charging is all we need due to the low mileage. The ordering process was relatively painless but not completely frictionless. As this is an F150, accessories options and availability is plentiful, which is a plus. I would have liked: 1) better cooling front seats, an option for massaging seat (non Platinum), heated rear seats (VT winters), a reclinable back seat for more comfort, and a HUD option (once upgraded to Android Car OS). Note that faster-charging capabilities are hampered by the evolving charging network, even if the truck maxes out at < 150 Kwh. In the future, and maybe once Tesla's charging network is opened to all, batteries will need to handle the 250 & 350 Kwh charges to make this truck a fantastic vehicle and worth the Extended range battery option. By the way. I forgot to mention that the F-150 whiplash fast. In conclusion, I love it and am fortunate and proud to own one, as this is our first Ford!
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Best vehicle I ever owned!
Bill in Chatham Ontario, 10/15/2023
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning XLT 4dr SuperCrew 4WD SB (electric DD)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I acquired my 2022 Lightning xlt in August 2021 It’s October 2023 and 24000Km later and absolutely the best, the quietest, the roomiest, the most trouble free experience of my life. It’s easy to charge at at home and I rarely need to charge it elsewhere and when I have it has become more convenient each passing day ! Charging away from home requires a bit of prep time on the net planning your charging stops but again easier with every long distance trip. 90% of my charging is done at home and during the low cost hours between 7pm and 7am . A 10 -85% full charge costs about$6.00 but will change in Ontario Nov1 when the rates are mandated by the government to fall from 7.4 cents per KWH to2.4cents per KWH Then a full charge will cost a max of $2.40. Compared to my wife’s Cadillac XT5 at $100 No oil changes, no antifreeze.. and the savings add up quickly . An Ev lifespan is almost twice that of an ICE vehicle . Ford warranties the battery for 8 years! My Lightning exceeds my expectations in every way! I love it.
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Would be 5 star if I didn’t own a Tesla
Zhonehusker, 11/04/2023
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat 4dr SuperCrew 4WD SB (electric DD)
21 of 24 people found this review helpful
Everything said by others. No Maintance, Great ride, Low daily cost (about $0.07 per mile charging at home). Had my standard range Lariat for 6 months and 11,000 miles. As I mentioned I also own a 2023 Tesla Model Y performance. Tesla is 10 years ahead of Ford understanding how to make an everyday electric vehicle. Ease of use not even close. The Tesla screen and menu. 4 hours we had it. The ford screen/buttons/levers still learning the thing. Way to much useless stuff (like power button and separate buttons and levers for everything; that don’t correspond to control screen. The charge network on road trip better do your homework. I highly suggest you don’t trust the ford charger route. Go to Plugshare (or other similar app) put in real ranges (especially if wet or cold or really hot) I have had two pull over and find a A/C outlet incidents trusting Ford route. Tesla, don’t even think about, hit supercharger and go. So we pretty much don’t take lightening on road trips. 110ish miles maybe towing anything. But daily commute around farm truck with no maintenance and low drive cost it’s awesome and that’s what we will use it for. What Ford does do better. Ford Bluecruise is hands down better than Tesla autopilot. Ride and quiet. Way superior to Tesla.
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Solid Electric Truck!
Aaron Kalb, 09/16/2022
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat 4dr SuperCrew 4WD SB (electric DD)
21 of 24 people found this review helpful
The reviews are spot on, it’s everything that’s great about the F-150 and it’s got all the benefits of an electric powertrain. In the month I’ve owned the truck, the ONLY downside has been towing range. I don’t do much towing so it’s not a big deal. I’ve taken it on two 300 mile road trips and they’ve been a breeze and much cheaper than normal :)
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Best Vehicle I could have imagined
surfer88, 10/21/2022
updated 11/08/2023
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat 4dr SuperCrew 4WD SB (electric DD)
24 of 28 people found this review helpful
It’s by far the best vehicle I’ve ever owned and it far exceeds my expectations of what I thought it would be. First off, it’s ridiculously fast. That wasn’t something I expected. What I did expect was a truck that drove like a good truck. It’s far more than that. It drives buttery smooth, quiet, and zesty around turns. It’s a truck that drives like a luxury car and a sports car, if that’s possible. Also, the interior is way better than my family’s Tesla (now sold). It’s roomy, my kids love all the features, and we love how nice and high quality everything is. The only complaint for by family was the regular long antenna, so I bought an aftermarket short one. My only complaint is the FordPass app. I think they can improve the functionality of it. Hopefully they do in the future with OTA. Besides that our truck is a 10 out of 10. UPDATE: 1 Year later and this truck is a BEAST! I still love it, my family loves it, it is the best ride I could have imagined, and it has been reliable. 100% approve.
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Tech is terrible
Rob-NJ , 05/25/2023
2023 Ford F-150 Lightning XLT 4dr SuperCrew 4WD SB (electric DD)
16 of 20 people found this review helpful
I love the truck and it is very fast but the technology is horrible. The Bluetooth and car play keep switching back and forth and you can’t have a conversation while using nav. I have reached out to ford several times but they don’t care. Pretty embarrassing to be driving a 2023 electric truck and I have to wear earbuds so I can be on a call. Ford you need to be better than this.
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Not ready for the average pickup driver
Nogrey, 02/26/2023
2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat 4dr SuperCrew 4WD SB (electric DD)
17 of 22 people found this review helpful
Even with the extended range version there’s not enough distance available for the average pick up truck user. Towing significantly decreases available distance. It would be difficult to travel anywhere have any significant distance with this vehicle. On the upside it is everything an F150 can be. I can’t wait to see what Ford does with this vehicle in the future. it has the capacity to be a fantastic pick up truck. I really wanted to love it. It’s just not ready.
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Poor EV range on the highway
Orlando Icaza, 03/23/2024
2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum 4dr SuperCrew 4WD SB (electric DD)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have had the 2023 Ford F150 Lightning platinum about 2 months- Great fit and finish Super smooth ride and Glides on the highway with ease- Super fast- Looks great- Plenty of space- Lots of storage space Leather seats are comfortable but they need more thigh support- Infotainment is not easy to operate- Most disappointing thing is the range of the extended battery pack- I bought it with the understanding that I could get at least 80% of the estimated range- 240 miles I commute 220 miles per day- Mostly Highway Capacity drops from 306 miles to 90-128 miles after driving 110 miles to work- This is driving the truck on cruise control 65-70 miles an hour- I am typically the slowest person driving on slow lane on the highway worried that I won’t get to work on a single full charge- I try to turn off the heat and radio to conserve energy and still can’t get the range I thought I would get- Typically I have to switch cars at work to a gasoline car in order to get back home- I leave it charging on a charger at the parking lot in my hospital until the next day when it is fully charged in order to get back home- I have called Ford about this and they tell me range is based on many factors including speed weather electric usage of heat air conditioning etc- So basically I bought a 90k dollar truck that I can’t drive the way I want to because of the poor range of the battery pack. This truck is not for long commutes greater than 100 miles on the highway- City driving is not an issue with the range- The truck would be near perfect if the EV range was truly 300 miles. Unfortunately customers are not informed that if you intend to drive it on the Highway at speeds greater than 50 miles per hour you will only get 50-55% of the range advertised on paper- I believe this is a dishonest practice to sell a vehicle to a customer where specific needs are not met based on the information provided- This is a fantastic truck for short commutes and city driving otherwise consider getting a Hybrid-
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Troublesome Battery of the Ford F-150 Lightning
Sukh , 09/09/2023
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum 4dr SuperCrew 4WD SB (electric DD)
41 of 57 people found this review helpful
I want to share my in-depth disappointment with the Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum series that I purchased in August 2023. At first, my kids and I were over the moon about having this impressive, brand-new electric truck in our driveway. Little did we know that our excitement would soon be overshadowed by a series of issues related to the truck's battery. The saga began when my daughter decided to take the F-150 Lightning Platinum to see a movie with her friend. It was meant to be a thrilling experience, but it turned into a nightmare when the truck refused to start. This issue is not just an inconvenience; it's a glaring fault in the heart of an electric vehicle – its battery. We promptly contacted Ford's roadside assistance, and the truck was towed to one of their authorized dealerships. That's when the real trouble began. It's been a staggering two weeks, and Ford's technicians have been unable to pinpoint the problem with the truck's battery. This delay is simply unacceptable for a vehicle in this price range. The bad battery experience has left me questioning the reliability and quality of the F-150 Lightning Platinum. Electric vehicles are supposed to be the future, promising clean energy and advanced technology, but if the battery can't perform consistently, what's the point? It's disheartening to see such a high-profile model struggle with something as fundamental as a battery issue. Ford needs to step up its game in terms of battery technology and diagnostics. An electric truck like the F-150 Lightning Platinum should not leave its owners stranded or waiting for weeks for a solution. My faith in this brand and model has been significantly shaken, and I hope Ford takes these concerns seriously. In conclusion, I cannot recommend the Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum series, especially if you're looking for a dependable electric truck. Until Ford addresses the battery and reliability issues, potential buyers should think twice about making such a significant investment in a vehicle that fails to deliver on its electric promise.
I’ve owned this truck for last 22 months
Lightening owner, 04/02/2023
updated 10/07/2024
2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat 4dr SuperCrew 4WD SB (electric DD)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
The best truck I’ve ever owned. This is my 4th F150. I saw one person talking about updates, which are seamless if you have scheduled auto updates and make sure 12 battery is in good condition and charged. Real solid car. Loving every bit of it. Will never go ICE. Best to charge over night @level 2. Occasionally, I use 80 amp pro charge station for few hrs which pumps @>19kW/Hr. I get around 2.3 miles/kWh which means i can add like 80-90 miles in 2 hours with 80 amp charger if needed. But it’s better to charge over night especially during summer days. It takes 5-10 seconds to plug it in compared to 5-10 mins to pump gas while you also inhale some of it. Off note, I test drove different EVs during this year. Teslas are good EVs but I’m biased towards pickup trucks. Tesla’s are perky but my truck glides at max speed without giving feel of loosing any control, probably because of its weight/long wheelbase and possibly because of my bias towards trucks ) I’m not super into technology but i like fords hand free on the highways. No FSD or any such claim. Haven’t smelled gas fumes or smoke since the purchase of this EV. Ford nailed it by adding tech with simplicity and traditional feel. Update: still loving it after 22 months, I’ve passed bumper to bumper warranty. I never worried about it as had good experience with ford cars. We also have expedition. And this car has power train and battery pack warranty up to 100k. I haven’t observed any change in charging behavior or available miles that I am getting with 80-90% charge. I consider myself heavy footed but never checked SOH of the battery. I have seen all positive and negative videos about f150 lighting. I always seem to disagree with people talking negatively about it. I also realized that those talking negatively about it, mostly, have never even owned it. They are just talking about it based on their impression of it. I dive it everyday. Also used it after hurricane to power appliances and it worked amazing. Only used 20% in 18 hours of power outage. The biggest item was 1 kw window ac.
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