When you're choosing the truck that's right for you, you probably want to know all about it. That includes the truck's specs, so you can get a full overview and make an informed decision. That's why Richmond Ford West has put together this page for the Ford F-150 Lightning.
This all-electric truck is a great choice when navigating the roads of Glen Allen, Ashland, and Rockville, Virginia. Take a look below to learn about the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning interior dimensions, towing capacity, payload capacity, and battery capabilities.
Ford F-150 Lightning: Electric Power
What powers the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is not a gas or diesel engine but an electric battery working in concert with two motors. You get the option between a standard-range battery and an extended-range battery.
The standard-range battery is a powerful workhorse with 426 horsepower and 775 lb-ft of torque. If you're looking to travel far, the standard-range battery has an EPA-estimated range of 230 miles per full charge.
The extended-range battery offers a bit more horsepower and range. This battery has an impressive:
- 563 horsepower
- 775 lb-ft of torque
On a full charge, the extended-range battery provides an EPA-estimated 300 miles of range.
Ford F-150 Lightning: Interior Dimensions
The 2022 F-150 Lightning seats five people comfortably. Whether you're going for a short errand run or a long road trip, you and your passengers can relax with plenty of space.
The front-row legroom and rear-row legroom measurements are nearly identical, so tall passengers don't have to fight for the front seat. The front row's legroom is 43.9 inches, while the second row has 43.6 inches.
There is plenty of shoulder room and hip room, too, so no one feels crammed in. The shoulder room in the front row is 66.7 inches, and the hip room comes to 62.5 inches.
The back row has:
- 66 inches of shoulder room
- 62.6 inches of hip room
The headroom inside the F-150 Lightning adds up to 40.8 inches in the front and 40.4 inches in the back, rounding out the nearly identical passenger space in both rows.
You can also store any cargo you need to bring with you in the front trunk, which offers 14.1 cubic feet of cargo space.
Ford F-150 Lightning: Towing and Payload Capacity
Like any truck, the Ford F-150 Lightning can tow and haul easily. How much you're able to tow and fill up the truck bed depends on which battery you choose.
The standard-range battery offers 2,000 pounds of payload capacity and a maximum towing capacity of 7,700 pounds when properly equipped.
The extended-range battery offers more towing capacity but slightly less payload capacity. When properly equipped, the extended-range battery provides 10,000 pounds of towing capacity.
You can tow things like:
- Midsize campers
- Horse trailers
- Powerboats
Its payload capacity comes to 1,800 pounds.
Test Drive the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is a roomy truck with plenty of power under the hood. If you want to get a feel for how this vehicle drives for yourself, visit Richmond Ford West.
Our team looks forward to seeing our friends from Glen Allen, Ashland, and Rockville, VA, and helping them get the features and battery that works best for them. Schedule a test drive of the Ford F-150 Lightning today!