Ford F-150 Lightning vs. Ford F-150
When comparing the Ford F-150 Lightning to the Ford F-150, the Ford F-150 Lightning has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Ford F-150 Lightning versus the Ford F-150, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Ford F-150 Lightning versus Ford F-150 Pricing
A used 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning ranges from $54,540 to $107,996 while a used 2023 Ford F-150 is priced between $46,965 to $99,995. For a new model, the Ford F-150 Lightning's price is between $57,564 and $107,434, with the Ford F-150 priced between $45,340 and $84,624.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford F-150 Lightning’s base engine makes 452 horsepower, and the Ford F-150 base engine makes 290 horsepower. The F-150 Lightning is rated to deliver an average of 76 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 230 miles. The F-150 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 529 miles. The F-150 Lightning uses electricity, and the F-150 uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford F-150 Lightning has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more trunk space. The Ford F-150 Lightning and Ford F-150 are comparable in regards to front head room, front shoulder room and front leg room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Ford F-150 Lightning has the advantage of higher payload capacity, while the Ford F-150 has the advantage of higher ground clearance.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The Ford F-150 Lightning is available in a Crew Cab configuration, and the Ford F-150 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The Ford F-150 Lightning offers a bed length of 67.1 inches, and the Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 67.1, 78.9, 97.6 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Ford F-150 has an average safety rating of 4.66 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$57,564 - $107,434
Used Asking Price:
$54,540 - $107,996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$45,340 - $84,624
Used Asking Price:
$46,965 - $99,995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
31.7%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
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Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
67.1 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
67.1 inches, 78.9 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline, Hybrid
Trim Levels
Lariat, Platinum, Pro, XLT
Trim Levels
King Ranch, Lariat, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, SSV, Tremor, XL, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.66 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
452 hp
Torque:
775 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload:
2235 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload :
1950 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
76 / 61 / 68
Range (city/hwy):
230 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
98 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
15 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 23 / 20
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
437 / 529 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
43.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Cargo Space:
14.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
131.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
73.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
6015 lbs
Width:
96 inches
Height:
78.3 inches
Length:
232.7 inches
Wheelbase:
145.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4060 lbs
Width:
95.7 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
209.1 inches
Wheelbase:
122.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum with painted accents
Tire Size:
275/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
245/70R17