Ford F-150 Lightning vs. Ford Mustang Mach-E
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford F-150 Lightning and Ford Mustang Mach-E contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford F-150 Lightning and the Ford Mustang Mach-E.
When comparing the Ford F-150 Lightning's and the Ford Mustang Mach-E's specifications and ratings, the Ford F-150 Lightning has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Ford Mustang Mach-E 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's and the Ford Mustang Mach-E's specifications and ratings, the Ford F-150 Lightning is a better car than the Ford Mustang Mach-E.
Pricing: A used 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning ranges from $49,042 to $79,279 while a used 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E is priced between $25,977 to $54,825. For a new model, the Ford F-150 Lightning's price is between $56,759 and $81,660, with the Ford Mustang Mach-E priced between $39,134 and $59,590.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford F-150 Lightning loses 55.8 percent of its value and the Ford Mustang Mach-E loses 65 percent of its value. This means the Ford F-150 Lightning retains 9.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Mustang Mach-E.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford F-150 Lightning’s base engine makes 452 horsepower, and the Ford Mustang Mach-E base engine makes 266 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 240 miles. The Mustang Mach-E is rated to deliver an average of 111 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 224 miles.This gives the Ford Mustang Mach-E the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford F-150 Lightning the advantage in maximum range. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the F-150 Lightning is 11.9 hours (240V), while the charge time for the Mustang Mach-E is 14.1 hours (240V).
Passenger Space Comparison: The Ford F-150 Lightning, a electric fullsize truck, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Ford Mustang Mach-E, a electric SUV, has the advantage in the area of cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford F-150 Lightning and the Ford Mustang Mach-E have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
56759 - 81660
Starting MSRP:
49780
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
72808
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
49780 - 96550
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
39134 - 59590
Starting MSRP:
37995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
39825
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
33600 - 46000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
66261
Price Range:
49042 - 79279
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
82827
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
66261 - 97417
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
42822
Price Range:
25977 - 54825
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
44309
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
34134 - 55168
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
27997
Depreciation %:
0.56241566
Resale Value $:
21783
Residual Value %:
0.43758434
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Electric Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
0.56241566
Category Depreciation Range:
(Electric Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
0.56241566 - 0.56241566
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
24898
Depreciation %:
0.65529153
Resale Value $:
13097
Residual Value %:
0.34470847000000004
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.59524328
Category Depreciation Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.47039998 - 0.65529153
Ford F-150 Lightning Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Ford Mustang Mach-E Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford F-150 Lightning
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Mustang Mach-E
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.180724714015992
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
1.5 - 6.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.840697838032374
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.5 - 13.0
Ford F-150 Lightning Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Mustang Mach-E Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 82Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
20 out of / 82Ranking
25 out of / 82Ranking
29 out of / 82Ranking
34 out of / 82Ranking
36 out of / 82Ranking
44 out of / 82Ranking
45 out of / 82Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Cab Types
Not applicable
Available Bed Length(s)
67.1 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
Not applicable
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Ford F-150 Lightning Trim Levels
Flash, Lariat, Platinum, Pro, XLT
Ford Mustang Mach-E Trim Levels
GT, Premium, Select
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 / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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 Specs
Horsepower:
266 hp
Torque:
317 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
MPGe:
76 / 61 / 68
Range (city/hwy):
240 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
98 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
11.9 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
111 / 103 / 107
Range (city/hwy):
224 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
73 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
14.1 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
131.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
34.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
59.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
6054 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:
4595 lbs
Width:
82.6 inches
Height:
64 inches
Length:
185.6 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
225/55R19XL
Exterior Colors
Black
Agate Black
Blue
Antimatter Blue
Gray
Carbonized Gray
Red
Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Iconic Silver
White
Oxford White / Space White
Brown
Not available
Green
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Blue
Velocity Blue
Gray
Glacier Gray Metallic Tri-Coat
Red
Molten Magenta Metallic Tri-Coat
Silver
Not available
White
Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
Brown
Desert Sand
Green
Eruption Green
Yellow
Grabber Yellow
Interior Colors
Gray
Medium Dark Slate
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Not available
Black
Black Onyx
