2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Sees Increased Battery Range
The 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning will be receiving an increase in its battery range. This news comes from the Blue Oval, who announced that the electric pickup truck would also receive a new trailer hitch assist feature in addition to the increase in range. As of late, Ford has been aiming to increase the production of the F-150 Lightning in order to deliver the truck to those customers who ordered one. Similar to the situation with the Mach-E, due to high demand, Ford has had to close order banks. Thankfully, Ford will be opening order banks again to further meet consumer demand. Ford has also released a Special Services F-150 Lightning trim for police officers. With so many looking forward to the Lightning, it’s nice to see Ford expanding the truck’s range and capabilities. We’ll take a look at the new feature as well as how much battery range consumers can expect.
Ford Increases the F-150 Lightning’s Standard Range to 240 Miles
Ford will be increasing the battery mile range of the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning. Previously, the electric pickup had an EPA-estimated standard range of 230 miles. Now, the F-150 Lightning will arrive with 240 miles of battery range. While somewhat minimal, this increase is an improvement in overall capability and will provide even more range with Ford’s extended battery. The increase will come standard on those F-150 Lightning pickups produced in the Fall. Additionally, these trucks will have extra exterior color options, including Avalanche Gray and Azure Gray.
In addition to the increase in battery range, Ford will also be adding a new feature to the F-150 Lightning. This new feature will be called Pro Trailer Hitch Assist, and it will automatically control steering and throttle/brake inputs to make hitching trailers easier. Currently, the F-150 Lightning offers 775lb-ft of torque which provides owners with 10,000 pounds of towing capacity and 2,000 pounds of payload. Owners wanting this new trailer hitch will have the option to opt for a Tow Technology Package. The new feature will also be standard on trims like the Pro, XLT, and Lariat.
The 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning will, unfortunately, see an increase in its MSRP in addition to the improved performance and new features. This will be the first time Ford has raised the price of the Lightning since its debut. The Blue Oval has pointed toward the rises in material costs for the increase. While the next wave of orders for the 2023 F-150 Lightning will see the price increase, those who have already placed their orders and are awaiting delivery will not be impacted.
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