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How powerful and capable is the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning?

2022 Ford F-150 Lightning connected technology and built Ford tough capability 

How powerful and capable is the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning? The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning can handle anything you throw at it, from heavy payloads to hands-free driving to powering tools on your job site. Below, you can learn more about the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning connected technology and built Ford tough capability. Visit Sherwood Ford in Sherwood Park to learn more. 



2022 Ford F-150 Lightning – power specifications 

We know that when you ask how powerful the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is, you really want to know what it has been rated at for horsepower and torque, two of the main ways to judge a vehicle’s capabilities. The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is targeting 775 pound-feet of torque and 563 horsepower. Different trim levels may vary, but we’re sure that they will all deliver the power to tow and haul that you’ve come to expect in a Ford F-150 truck. 

2022 Ford F-150 Lightning instrument panel

“Whether they’re hauling a bed full of firewood through snow or towing a trailer on a road trip, customers need to be able to rely on their truck’s performance. This all-electric truck has been engineered with dual in-board motors which means it can take on rough terrain. Our team of engineers has run the same arduous test regime our F-150 customers have learned to expect from Ford.” 

Linda Zhang, chief engineer, F-150 Lightning

F-150 Lightning Lowdown: Built Ford Tough ™ Capability | Ford video by Ford Motor Company 

F-150 Lightning Lowdown: Purpose-Built Design | Ford video by Ford Motor Company 

2022 Ford F-150 Lightning – performance and off-road features 

The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning has been given rigorous endurance testing by having it tow large trailers for long distances up and down steep inclines. It is equipped with many performance and off-road features that make this possible. Here are some of our favorites. 

  1. A military-grade aluminum-alloy body with upgraded frame support 
  2. The first Ford F-Series independent rear suspension
  3. Four selectable drive modes: Normal, Sport, Off-Road, and Tow/Haul 
  4. Metal skid plates and a waterproof casing to protect the battery 
  5. A state-of-the-art liquid cooling system 

2022 Ford F-150 Lightning – intelligent features and capabilities 

As you may have seen in some of our recent blogs, much of the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning truck’s capabilities lie in its advanced technology features, from its advanced digital experience to its connected technologies. We think it’s worth listing some of those here for you, although we also encourage you to check out our recent blogs for more information and details. 

  1. Over-the-air software updates for connected technology 
  2. FordPass app connectivity and functionality 
  3. Remote access to some vehicle controls and information 
  4. Available BlueCruise hands-free driving technology 
  5. Pro Power Onboard enhanced systems 
  6. Onboard Scales and Intelligent Range