2024 Ford F-150® Lightning in Dickson, TN
The 2024 Ford F-150® Lightning represents Ford’s fully electric version of its bestselling Ford F-150® pickup. This model combines an all-electric powertrain with proven truck utility, designed with rugged construction and advanced engineering for electric mobility. Constructed with a high-strength steel frame and a military-grade aluminum alloy body and bed, the Lightning features a SuperCrew® four-door cab and a 5.5-foot cargo bed. Built at Ford’s Rouge Electric Vehicle Center, this truck merges durable materials with electric vehicle innovation.
Powertrain and Drivetrain Configuration
The 2024 Ford F-150® Lightning utilizes a dual electric motor arrangement, mounted transversely on the front and rear axles, delivering all-wheel drive traction. Each motor is a three-phase fixed magnet AC type, assembled domestically at the Van Dyke Transmission Plant. There are two battery configurations that influence power output. The standard-range battery model produces a targeted peak power of 452 horsepower (337 kW), while the extended-range battery model increases power output to 580 horsepower (433 kW). Despite differences in horsepower, both variants deliver the same peak torque of 775 pound-feet (1050 Nm), which provides strong acceleration and towing capability.
Battery Capacity and Charging Performance
Two lithium-ion pouch batteries with liquid cooling are offered, featuring internal battery management systems. The standard-range battery provides 98 kilowatt-hours of usable energy, whereas the extended-range battery increases capacity to 131 kilowatt-hours.
Charging the Lightning includes several options. DC fast charging using Level 3 chargers rated above 150 kW can bring the standard-range battery from 15 to 80 percent in about 32 minutes and the extended-range battery in about 38 minutes. Level 2 charging options include the 48-amp Connected Charge Station and the 80-amp Ford Charge Station Pro, with full charging times ranging from approximately 10 to 20 hours depending on charger amperage and battery size. A 30-amp mobile charger is also available, taking 15 to 20 hours for a full charge.
The electric range varies with battery selection and model trim. EPA estimates indicate around 240 miles for the standard-range battery and up to 320 miles for extended-range versions such as the Flash and Lariat® trims. The Platinum trim with extended range offers approximately 300 miles.
Disclaimer: Calculated via peak performance of the electric motors at peak battery power. Your results may vary. Horsepower and torque are independent attributes and may not be achieved simultaneously.
Dimensions and Load Capacities
The 2024 Ford F-150® Lightning measures approximately 232.7 inches in overall length and has a wheelbase of 145.5 inches. Width without mirrors is 80 inches and expands to 96 inches with standard mirrors extended. The cab height reaches 78.3 inches with ground clearance at 8.5 inches. The truck features an open tailgate height of 37.1 inches and a front trunk (frunk) liftover height of 34.5 inches.
The interior accommodates five occupants with front headroom around 40.8 inches and rear headroom near 40.4 inches. Legroom exceeds 43 inches in both front and rear seats, providing adequate space for occupants. Shoulder and hip room measurements reflect a spacious cabin design.
Cargo capacity includes 52.8 cubic feet in the bed and an additional 14.1 cubic feet in the front trunk. The bed is 67.1 inches long at floor level with a width of 50.6 inches between the wheelhouses and an interior height of 21.4 inches.
Payload varies with battery type. The standard-range battery version supports a maximum payload of 2,235 pounds, while the extended-range battery limits payload to 1,913 pounds. Towing capacity depends on equipment and configuration. The truck’s maximum towing capability reaches 7,700 pounds normally but can increase to 10,000 pounds with the Max Trailer Tow Package on specific trims.
Suspension and Handling Components
The 2024 Ford F-150® Lightning employs an independent double-wishbone front suspension with coil-over shocks and a stabilizer bar. Heavy-duty gas-pressurized monotube shocks enhance front suspension performance. The rear suspension features independent semi-trailing arms with coil springs and a stabilizer bar, paired with heavy-duty gas-pressurized twin-tube shocks.
Exterior Features and Lighting
The body includes a power up/down hood and a front trunk accessible for storage or utility purposes. The tailgate features lift assist standard on most trims, with power up/down tailgate available on mid to higher trims. Running boards differ by trim level, ranging from fixed carbon black extended boards to power deployable versions on the limited edition Platinum Black Package.
Lighting includes LED projector headlamps with dynamic bending and signature LED daytime running lights standard across trims. LED taillamps accompany the front lighting. Signature front light bars are standard on select trims, with signature tailgate lighting and enhanced LED box lighting available on upper trims.
Wheel sizes range from 18 inches on base trims to 22 inches on premium versions, with finishes varying between machined aluminum and matte or dark carbonized gray.
Infotainment and Connectivity Systems
The 2024 Ford F-150® Lightning is equipped with SYNC® 4 and SYNC® 4A infotainment systems, depending on trim level. The base system features a 12-inch landscape-oriented capacitive touchscreen, while higher trims provide a 15.5-inch portrait-oriented screen. Both support enhanced voice recognition and wireless smartphone connectivity through Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™.
Additional technology includes over-the-air software updates to maintain system currency and built-in navigation with a three-year trial period. A 12-inch digital productivity screen is integrated into the instrument cluster for driver information.
FordPass® Connect technology supplies a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot that can connect up to 10 devices. Higher trims add Intelligent Access and push-button start for convenience. A 360-degree camera system is available for enhanced situational awareness.
Safety and Driver Assistance Technologies
Standard driver assistance features come as part of the Ford Co-Pilot360™ 2.0 suite. This includes Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking that covers pedestrian detection, Forward Collision Warning, and Dynamic Brake Support. The system also integrates Blind Spot Information with Cross-Traffic Alert that extends coverage to trailers. Lane-Keeping Systems provide alerts and aid to maintain proper lane position. Rearview cameras, automatic high beams, reverse sensing, reverse brake assist, and post-collision braking are included to support safer driving and parking.
More advanced features are available with Ford Co-Pilot360™ Assist 2.0 on select trims. This adds Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go functionality, Lane Centering, Speed Sign Recognition, Evasive Steering Assist, and Intersection Assist. BlueCruise® hands-free highway driving is offered on some trims with a connected service plan, permitting hands-free driving within specific conditions and areas.
Interior Seating and Practical Elements
The 2024 Ford F-150® Lightning offers a range of seating materials and configurations, starting with vinyl heated front bucket seats with manual adjustments on base trims. Cloth seats with power adjustments and lumbar support become standard on mid trims. Upper trims add ActiveX-trimmed heated and ventilated seats with multiple power adjustments and memory functions. The Platinum trim features premium leather seating surfaces with heating and ventilation.
Cabin practicality includes a flow-through console with a stowable floor shifter. Optional tailgate steps and work surfaces facilitate easier access and use of the bed. The truck offers various power outlets for onboard tools and devices, including two to four 120-volt outlets distributed across the cab, bed, and front trunk, with some trims offering up to 9.6 kW of Pro Power Onboard™ capacity. A 240-volt outlet is also available on select trims.
Visit Reiselman Ford for a Test Ride
The technical specifications of the 2024 Ford F-150® Lightning combine robust power delivery, practical electric range, and comprehensive safety and technology features. Its capacity for payload and towing aligns with traditional truck expectations, supported by modern electric vehicle capabilities and convenience. Interested parties can arrange a test drive at Reiselman Ford in Dickson, Tennessee, to evaluate the performance, advanced powertrain, and integrated technology in person.