The new F-150 Lightning was very personal to us.
The Pro model starts at around $40,000, but can go past $90,000.
The cheapest Pro model has some similarities to the Lariat truck.
The electric F-150 is here. The starting price of the Lightning is $39,970 before any options or fees.
You could be looking at a price tag of nearly $100,000 if you choose a more expensive trim level and add-ons.
What distinguishes the most basic F-150 Lightning Pro from its upscale counterparts? We had a chance to get up close and personal with the Lightning.
The Lightning Pro has a starting price of less than $68,000, while the Lariat has a starting price of more than $68,000.
For full transparency, the models shown here have larger batteries and more options. We drove the Lariats and they cost around $81,000.
There are many quirks that make the electric F-150 Lightning different from the gas trucks.
There are a few differences between the Pro and Lariat.
The Pro's front end is more basic, while the Lariat has a more intricate grille with a diamond pattern.
The Pro's bumpers are black and the Lariat's are painted the same color.
The sleek light bars that span the width of other models are not available for pro trucks.
The Pro has 18-inch wheels, while the Lariat has 20-inch wheels.
The tailgate of the Lariat has a built-in step, ruler, and spots to hold materials.
The more feature-packed tailgate is an option, and the tailgate opens manually.
It makes sense that the Pro is more basic since it is meant for contractors and other businesses.
The more luxurious interior of the Lariat has nicer materials, more features, and more technology.
I got a ride in the electric Ford F-150. No truck has a business like this.
The leather-wrapped steering wheel and plush leather seats are in the Lariat. The front seats areventilated.
A giant moonroof is an option that makes the cabin feel even bigger.
The fold-out work surface in the Lariat is perfect for a laptop or some paperwork.
There is a large, 15.5-inch touchscreen that controls the radio, climate controls, navigation, drive modes, and other features. A nice touch is the manual volume knob.
It still feels well-built despite being less focused on comfort in the Pro.
The Pro has no carpeting, vinyl seats, or plastic steering wheel.
The Pros have a large screen measuring in at 12 inches. It can do most of what the larger display can, but Pros get more physical buttons.
An upgraded sound system, adaptive cruise control, and a wireless charging pad are some of the extra tech features included in the Lariat. Blue Cruise is an option on the Lariats but not on the Pro.
There are a lot of similarities between the trucks. They have the same layout and cubbies.
Both have the same 12-inch display.
When navigation is on, the screen shows the battery level, range, speed, and turn-by-turn directions.
The F-150 Lightning has some of its biggest selling points on both trucks.
Take a closer look at the Ford F-150 Lightning.
The front trunk of the Lightning is large enough to hold cargo you don't want to expose in the bed or take up cabin space.
The Lightning comes with Pro Power Onboard, which allows owners to use it as a giant battery bank. The water pump is powered by a Pro model.
The Pro comes with a less powerful system than the others.
Both have dual motor, all-wheel drive, and a generous amount of Torque. Both promise over 300 miles of range with a larger battery. The larger battery is only available to fleet customers.
I think the Pro could suffice for a lot of people on a budget, not just contractors and fleets. The more technologically advanced model is the Lariat.
You will be in for a long wait if you choose a truck. Ford has 200,000 reservations for its electric truck.
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