F-150 Lightning XLT Caught Undisguised on Public Roads

[Administrator]

We just got our first look at the Ford F-150 Lighting pickup running undisguised on public roads. The truck is in the XLT trim, and showcases its tailgate with out the full-width tail-light treatment.

 

[Brian Head Yankee]

Thanks. XLT is perfect for me.

 

[F150ROD]

Like the XLT but might have to splurge on a Lariat despite the Tablet

 

[F150wantone]

Like the XLT but might have to splurge on a Lariat despite the Tablet

53,000 starting price. I like the truck but missing the full LED light bar on the tailgate for the XLT. Not sure I'm feeling that part

 

[150ish]

Not a fan of the tiny tires and severe rake. And, yes I know its for better economy numbers.

 

[150ish]

Like the XLT but might have to splurge on a Lariat despite the Tablet

I'm hoping that gigantic tablet gets integrated into the dash better. I don't care for the look right now.

 

[F150wantone]

I'm hoping that gigantic tablet gets integrated into the dash better. I don't care for the look right now.

The XLT doesn't get the 15.5 inch screen. It gets the 12 inch screen like the gas 2021 f150

 

[GABAR]

Not a fan of the tiny tires and severe rake. And, yes I know its for better economy numbers.

Do you know what size tires are on it?

 

[GABAR]

Ford should’ve made it so it can be plugged in from either side instead of putting a fake plug on the other side.

 

[ChasingCoral]

Do you know what size tires are on it?

18" on Pro and XLT
20" on Lariat
22" on Platinum

 

[GABAR]

Outside of the obvious, does anyone have any idea what else has gone totally electric on the new Lightning compared to the ICE or Hybrid F150.

 

[ChasingCoral]

Outside of the obvious, does anyone have any idea what else has gone totally electric on the new Lightning compared to the ICE or Hybrid F150.

What do you mean? They removed the engine, exhaust system, multi-speed transmission and gas tank. They replaced those with two motors, battery, and a one-speed transmission. Everything else was always electric.

 

[GABAR]

18" on Pro and XLT
20" on Lariat
22" on Platinum

Thanks for the info.
I wonder if the Lariat or Platinum will get the same huge front rotors that I’ve heard are coming on the Mach E GT
19“ inches.

 

[GABAR]

What do you mean? They removed the engine, exhaust system, multi-speed transmission and gas tank. They replaced those with two motors, battery, and a one-speed transmission. Everything else was always electric.

Brakes, steering,

 

[beatle]

Thanks for the info.
I wonder if the Lariat or Platinum will get the same huge front rotors that I’ve heard are coming on the Mach E GT
19“ inches.

I'd think the brakes would be commensurate with the weight and towing capabilities of the truck. The Lightning is about 700 pounds heavier than the PowerBoost, though it has a lower towing rating (10,000 vs. 13,000 pounds).

I think you are referring to the 19" wheel diameter, not the brake diameter. The brake rotors on the MachE GT are 385mm which is a little more than 15". The biggest brakes on an F150 right now (with max towing package) are 350mm. I think they will likely keep that diameter on the Lightning.

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