F-150 Lightning's Mind-Blowing Range Test Results!

In this range test, we put the 2023 Standard Range XLT Ford F-150 Lightning to the test to see how far it can go! We charged it to 100% and ran it all the way down. You will be shocked at how far we were able to go on a single charge with the Lightning.

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00:00 Intro
0:22 Range
1:11 Charging
2:17 Driving
3:07 One Pedal Drive
3:42 Driving Range Low
4:31 End of Range
4:45 Conclusion
5:54 Outro

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[schnitznschnatzn]

I've been driving electric for 4 years now and find that the only time range really matters is when I go on a longer trip, which usually includes around 80% highway driving with speeds around 70-75mph. It would be nice to see the consumption numbers under these conditions.

[uglycouzin]

I got my VIN from Ford yesterday and I am supposed to take delivery in mid-August. This is the most encouraging video I've seen. Thank you.

[derekl]

Yep if you are towing, the F-150 doesn’t make much sense. As a ranch work truck that just plugs in every few days, it’s fine. All about use case.

[prototype]

This was done under almost ideal conditions. I can get almost 160 miles on a charge in my leaf in warm weather and speeds under 70 mph. In the winter, I'm lucky to get half of that.

[etiennedesjardins]

This Lightning is at his perfect spot, suburbs and been use like a car

[roblake]

Whoa! I ordered a 2023 XLT in Avalanche, as well. Drove it less than 100 miles and traded it in to the ordering dealer for a Bronco. I think I made a mistake. The dealer still has it, too!

[carefreeclubhouse]

Fantastic result. I just bought a Lightning with the standard range and was curious on its top range ability. I enjoy you channel and the insight it has given me.

[obiskeyone]

I’m yet to see someone do a range test with the bed loaded to maximum weight

[ontheroadwithralph]

There are a lot of poorly informed comments associated with this video. I own a Lightning Pro, standard range, and I use it like a work truck. I've hauled tons of gravel, sheet rock, plywood and construction trash. Its performance fully loaded to GVWR is virtually the same as when I am making a solo drive to the store; neither range or quickness (and trust me, it is faster than ANY production ICE truck on the road) seem to be significantly affected. What does impact range are the same factors that shorten the range of an ICE truck: Speed (aero drag is a big deal, and an F-150 has all the streamlining of a brick). Climbing grades (tho' you get about 70% of the expended energy back on the downhill through regen). Towing. The difference is that the ICE truck starts with a 500+ mile range, so when it is hauling a heavy trailer and is getting 11 MPG, it will still go 250+ miles. One factor that I haven't noticed to have a big impact is temperature. Admittedly, the coldest weather my Lightning has seen was in the mid/high 20°s, but I don't see a dramatic reduction in range when it is cold (I do precondition the vehicle while it is still on the charger).

By the way, when I charge at home using the local utility's EV rate, I get the equivalent of 145 MPG.

To the video creator: Please stop with the "only use the Ford Mobile Charger in an emergency" crap. I use that charger on a 220v, 50 amp circuit and get 6+ kW per hour out of it. Your JuiceBox does not do one wit better.

[arecibo]

I had the same results.
I hardly never drive my Pro over 65 mph, mostly 62 mph 90% of the time. (65 to pass only)
Good to see that others are enjoying over the rating miles as well.

[irfanhusein]

Great info. I was planning to pay for the extended range but now I think ill reserve the standard range and save about $10.000

[wesalexander]

It's a truck. Use it as trucks are intended, hauling and/or towing, and that range will likely be cut in half or even less. Then factor in effects of weather, extreme cold or heat can both reduce range. I'm still not onboard with EV's for every vehicle type. EV's may make sense for some purposes, small cars used for daily commutes, but in my opinion, not for all. The technology is still in its infancy, not up to the task for all vehicles for all purposes.

[ussir]

Thank you for doing the test. I liked the result. Picking up my XLT next week.

[deninhodovalle]

How far do you think he would go if you use it as a real truck hauling something or caring some loads? That’s something nobody talks about and I’m really curious about it. I think that would be a great video.

[SerendipitousProducts]

That’s pretty good range for standard.

[cdw]

I love the idea of the all electric vehicles. I just had to put that out there right away. But, I've always believed the target audience for the Lightning are people who, on a day to day basis, drive less than 100 miles a day. Before retiring my daily commute was 85 miles/day. Most people have a shorter commute than that. It's ideal for service vehicles, as long as you don't need to travel distances that would require a charge during the day. The one subject I don't hear people in the comments saying is; what do they drive, how far do they drive and what are their vehicle needs. In my case, my Ford Ecoboost is used for servicing my rental properties and when I want to get away I tow my travel trailer to the mountains. So, the Lightning won't work for me. The Powerboost is one option I have my eyes on because most of my day to day is in town driving.
For now, I think hybrids will provide most people with a more enjoyable driving experience. But, i see hybrids as stepping stones to the next generation of vehicles.

Great video and I look forward to seeing more of your experiences with the LIghtning. Thanks

[markwatson]

Can you try the range test with a load in the bed and towing a trailer?

[JG-erus]

Great test. It answered my questions. Thank you.

[livingaboard]

and dont forget that the battery will 100 percent absolutely degrade over time so the range will only go down..it will never go up

[oscarho]

my XLT long range has 1400 miles . 1 pedal drive, with rack and tonneau cover. I drive 45 mil today and it drop from 310 to 220 mi (98%-78%)