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Basics About the 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning

Ford F-150 near Saline, MI

The 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning supercharges everything you love about the iconic F-Series. It's powerful, spacious, and connected, all while powered by clean energy.

The all-electric spin on a best-selling line, the Lighting is a full-size, all-wheel-drive pickup. Its gas-powered counterpart's character and reliability stayed but with zero emissions.

It's also as practical as it gets with the single onboard charging system that's incredibly convenient for daily use. The double-wishbone front suspension and trailing arm rear suspension help ensure a smooth ride on or off the beaten path.

Eco-Friendly Strength

Equipped with a dual eMotor and an extended-range battery, the model can churn 462 horsepower and 775 lb-ft of torque. You don't need to worry about frequent visits to charging stations. With the base 98.0-kWh battery, the Lighting boasts a range of 230. Add the more powerful 131.0-kWh option, and you'll be cruising for up to 320 miles.

New and Unique Features

Practical Comforts

A 66-inch cargo bed length provides plenty of space for your building materials, golf clubs, and other weekend essentials. Storage areas like the full-floor console and mini overhead console give you enough room to keep all your cargo in perfect order. Where you'd typically find a traditional gas engine, the Lighting offers more storage space with its front trunk. The "frunk" can take up to 400 extra pounds of cargo.

While it's built for utility, the Lighting doesn't skimp on comfort. It offers 43.6 inches of legroom in each row and comfortably seats five. The cabin features heated vinyl bucket seats for easy clean-up and to warm you up on chilly mornings.

Safely High-Tech

The 12-inch capacitive infotainment system comes with Ford's SYNC 4 and the most up-to-date voice recognition technology. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Wi-Fi hotspot connectivity come standard on all trim levels. The Ford Co-Pilot360 includes some of the most advanced safety features on the market, including forward collision warning, lane-keeping, and reverse sensing systems.

With multiple 12V DC power outlets and up to 8 available 120V AC outlets, you'll have all the power you need for tools, laptops, and more. If you want more high-tech features in your vehicle, the Lariat and Platinum models have a larger 15.5-inch touchscreen and two premium Bang & Olufsen audio systems.

Upgraded Towing Specs

The base model's towing capacity of 5,100 lbs is great for bringing most small trailers with you. For more hauling power, consider upgrading to the Platinum trim, which has an impressive 7,700 lbs towing capacity.

Opting for the Lighting lets you go electric without losing any of the F-series legendary performance. Ready for the new era of capability? Come to Briarwood Ford in Saline, MI, for a free test drive. 

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