“It's a great vehicle. It drives really well, has great acceleration, drives smooth and handles excellent for a truck. If you are considering a truck, it should be at the top of your list. Having standard household style outlets is way more useful than you probably imagine.”
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is an all-new electric pickup and the first model year of this generation. Its defining change is the launch of a dual-motor, four-wheel-drive F-150 with up to 320 miles of EPA range.
About the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning
1st-generation electric F-150 Lightning, first model year.
Ford positions the F-150 Lightning as a real F-150 first and an EV second: a full-size pickup that still tows, hauls, carries five people, and works on a jobsite, but adds instant torque, a quieter drive, a large front trunk, and the ability to power tools or even a home setup. Its biggest differentiator is familiarity. Instead of asking truck buyers to learn a whole new idea, Ford sells the Lightning as an easier transition into electric driving for people who already want an F-150.
The 2022 lineup spans the work-focused Pro, the more comfortable XLT, the upscale Lariat, and the luxury-oriented Platinum. Every trim has a front trunk and built-in power outlets, while Lariat and Platinum feature a 15.5-inch touchscreen; Platinum also pairs the extended-range battery with massage-style front seats and an 18-speaker audio system.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The Lightning launches with dual electric motors and four-wheel drive across the lineup. Pro, XLT, and Lariat use a 98-kWh standard-range battery in their base form, while the 131-kWh extended-range battery supports up to 320 miles of EPA range and is standard on Platinum.
Styling
The electric model has a Lightning-specific front end and distinctive EV lighting while retaining the familiar four-door F-150 pickup shape.
Safety
Every trim has the Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0 safety suite. Upper trims have more advanced driver-assistance equipment.
Tech
A 12-inch digital instrument display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, built-in power outlets, and a front trunk are standard. Lariat and Platinum use a larger 15.5-inch touchscreen.
Structural
The electric platform uses an independent rear suspension and places the battery low beneath the truck, giving the Lightning a lower center of gravity while preserving full-size pickup utility.
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Dual Electric Motors / Dual Electric Motors w/Extended Range Battery | Dual Electric Motors / Dual Electric Motors w/Extended Range Battery | Dual Electric Motors / Dual Electric Motors w/Extended Range Battery | Dual Electric Motors w/Extended Range Battery |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 452–580 hp | 452–580 hp | 452–580 hp | 580 hp |
| Torque | 775 lb-ft | 775 lb-ft | 775 lb-ft | 775 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 52.8 cu-ft | 52.8 cu-ft | 52.8 cu-ft | 52.8 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 43.6 in | 43.6 in | 43.6 in | 43.6 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 230–320 | 230–320 | 230–320 | 300 |
| MPGe Combined | 68–70 | 68–70 | 68–70 | 66 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Power Side Steps | ||||
| Side Steps | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||||
| Power Adjustable Pedals | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is 2022 the first year of the Ford F-150 Lightning?
Yes. The 2022 F-150 Lightning is the launch model for Ford’s electric full-size pickup and the first year of this generation.
How much range does the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning have?
The 2022 F-150 Lightning reaches up to 320 miles of EPA range with the 131-kWh extended-range battery. Trucks with the 98-kWh standard-range battery have less range.
Does every 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning have four-wheel drive?
Yes. Every 2022 F-150 Lightning uses two electric motors and four-wheel drive, including Pro, XLT, Lariat, and Platinum trims.
What trims were offered for the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning?
The 2022 F-150 Lightning lineup consists of Pro, XLT, Lariat, and Platinum. Pro emphasizes work use, XLT adds everyday comfort, Lariat brings a more upscale cabin, and Platinum carries the most luxury and standard equipment.
Does the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning have a front trunk?
Yes. Every 2022 F-150 Lightning has a weather-resistant front trunk under the hood, providing enclosed storage and built-in electrical outlets.
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning.
4.3
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning
(202 reviews)
“Although it looks just like a Gas Powered F-150, it's a much different experience. Smooth, Fast, Quiet.”
“Unless Ford does a better job of providing access to its vehicle to home technology, I would recommend looking for a company that does (if there are any?)”
Sources
- media.ford.com — 05 / 19 / All Electric Ford F 150 Lightning
- media.ford.com — F 150 Lightning / Pdf / F 150 Lightning Tech Specs
- ford.com — Pdf / Guides / 2022 Ford F 150 Towing Info r4 Mar30
- media.ford.com — 03 / 03 / F 150 Lightning Testing Alaska
- media.ford.com — 11 / 16 / 2022 F150 Lightnight Pickup Mega Power Frunk