2023 Ford F-150 Lightning PRO: the BEST EV Truck, But...

The Ford F-150 Lightning is the all-electric version of the popular F-150 pickup truck. But what about the base Pro model? Is this stripped-down EV truck actually worth buying? The answer might surprise you.

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0:00 Introduction
0:20 Lightning Pro Design Differences
2:21 No Running Boards is a GOOD Thing
4:02 Lightning Pro Interior Changes
5:26 Quality of Cabin Materials
5:50 What ISN'T Missing
6:20 Infotainment System
7:49 Rear Seat Room
8:50 How Lightning Pro Drives
9:36 Pro vs. Lariat Trim
10:01 Battery Capacity
10:37 One-Pedal Driving
11:01 Pros & Cons
11:41 F-150 Lightning Pro Pricing
12:27 Conclusions

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[IMGONEIN]

I just ordered an $80, 000 Lariat Lightning with standard range battery for $56K with 4000 miles on it. It’s going to be my daily driver. I do not tow and I do not need it for road trips. I love the power, the technology, and charging for about $12 versus filling a gas tank for $85.
I know the truck is not for everyone, but it IS the truck for me. 👍🏽👍🏽

[JandCDoodles]

We just purchased a 2022 PRO last month. We LOVE IT! We don't have the ER battery, or the 9.6 Pro Power. You are right! it MOVES! My husband thinks he's something in his truck. We own a small home improvement business so the vinyl is PERFECT for us. We average 2.8-3.1 mi/kwh, so our range is EXCELLENT.

[Ryan-cflc]

Ford needs to start building more Pro trims. I only see Lariat and Platinum trims at dealers near me.

[michaelmackey]

I just got my 2023 lightning two weeks ago XLT standard range 57, 000 0% interest for 60 months through Ford it’s the best truck ever! They definitely put the purchaser before the investor. It’s very robust, smooth, fast and comfortable.

[jtr]

I love the Pro except the lack of a long range battery option and the fact that they generally don't exist at the moment for purchase...

[paulwharto]

That's the truck that I wanted how ever many years ago Ford advertised it for 20K less - please do not lecture me about what caused the change in cost - I've followed it carefully and would still love to have one. I have the flexibility and where-with-all to make the 50k version work but Ford's messed this up so much I just can't .. . . . . . . . . . . . sigh.

[carlbusque]

So you do a whole video on a vehicle you love but we can’t buy, you should be on Top Gear!

[ScottSullivanTV]

If this truck had a range of 300 miles and NAC support without an adapter, I'd buy it right now.

[ALMXDP]

Agree on the battery size for the Pro. Would love an option for the larger battery or better yet the development of a small ICE range extender.

[LarryRichelli]

I would like to put a group together so that we could buy 5 or more of the pro with the larger battery. Like a group buy but calling it a commercial buy. I am all in, let me know if you would want to do this.

[iqokblv]

I have a 150 lightning, it's a 4th vehicle, so basically a toy. It is awesome though!

[tungdang]

We just purchased the pro extended range at our local dealership. And there is a more on the lot.

[lucristianx]

I can’t imagine it’s tough to add the flat surface center console.

[ourv]

What is interesting is that the PRO model has all the hard parts.
AWD, tow hitch, e windows & door locks, ac, the better models
just add window dressing. Im debating weather to buy a 2nd
hand Lightning as without an engine or trans those are the 2
expensive parts which if bad can make a used vehicle a lemon.
Not so with an EV unless the batt pack is bad but the dash will
give you a diagnostics read on the health of the batt pack. Im
thinking about it.

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[hukmai]

Was looking in at the Lighting Pro, then at SoCals ~.28¢ per kwh ( current gas at 4.99$ Costco) a vehicle with over 40mpg is actually cheap to run. Granted you dont have ICE maintenance like fluids and such plus

[Thrakerzog]

Just find a fleet dealer, most of them will sell to private individuals. Just secure your financing first and then go pick up your extended range Pro.

[idonwantella]

running boards keep you from sliding in and out causing wear on the seat.

[cellphonenut]

Ford is acting like these things are iPhones back in 07. This is going to backfire bigtime I'm going to wait to get my lightning for pennies on the dollar

[freed]

Ford or Dealerships are taking $7500 federal tax credits. By overpricing these trucks.

[brianbecker]

How did you get a Pro Extended range truck to showcase? Is this your truck? Is there some way that the public can purchase one of those trucks? They're the perfect truck.