The 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning no longer has a base price of under $40,000 before shipping. The Pro trim level now starts at $48,769 (including a $1,795 destination fee). The new model year also brings increased range to models with standard batteries.
Ford is adjusting the price of its entire 2023 F-150 Lightning lineup. The automaker says this is due to “significant increases in material costs and other factors.”
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People with prior reservations who don’t yet have orders waiting for the desired specifications don’t have to pay the higher price. “Current order holders awaiting delivery are not affected by this price adjustment,” said Marin Gjaja, chief customer officer of the Model E division. “
The table below compares the price of Lightning 2023 versus 2022 model.
| Model | Model Year 2023 (Includes $1,795 Destinations) | Model Year 2022 (Including Destinations $1,695) | Difference |
| Pro | $48,769 | $41,669 | $7,100 |
| XLT | $61,269 | $54.669 | $6,600 |
| High XLT | $70,269 | – | – |
| XLT High Reach Extended | $82,769 | $74,169 | $8,600 |
| Lariat | $76,269 | $69,169 | $7,100 |
| Lariat Extended Reach | $87,749 | $79,169 | $8,580 |
| Platinum Extended Range | $98,699 | $92,569 | $6,130 |
The F-150 Lightning with standard range batteries will now have an estimated range of 240 miles (386 kilometers), instead of the previous 230 miles (370 kilometers). The first people to get their hands on the upgraded model will be reservation holders who can pre-order on Thursday, August 11. Production of this vehicle began this fall.
To achieve increased range, Ford made heated seats standard with a basic battery. “We were able to reduce the HVAC load on the battery while maintaining passenger comfort,” a company spokesperson said Motor1.com.
The 2023 F-150 Lightning is also now available with Pro Trailer Hitch Assist. This system controls steering, throttle and brake inputs for easy trailer mounting. This tech comes with the Tow Technology Package option for the Pro, XLT, and Lariat trims. It is standard on the Lariat Extended Range and is rated Platinum.
The 2023 F-150 Lightning has revised color options. The new options are the Avalanche Gray and Azure Gray metallic tri-coats. Customers can no longer get Atlas Blue, Ice Blue Silver, and Smoked Quartz Metallic.
For fleets that purchase the F-150 Lightning Pro, you can now get the Ford Pro Special Service Vehicle Package. It replaces the interior upholstery with police-grade, heavy-duty fabric for the front seats. There is also a built-in steel intrusion plate, and buyers can add an optional roof-mounted LED warning light.
