Ford‘s latest version of the best-selling F-150 pickup truck is innovative enough, from the versatile foldable center console to the cargo bed that can act as a generator. The electric F-150 Lightning adds even more features to the already-cool mix, for a fraction of the price of a 2023 Hummer EV. Here are the 5 coolest features of the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning.

(1: 12” SYNC 4 Touch Screen

The new F-150 shares its new 12-inch SYNC 4 display with the new Ford Mustang Mach-E. SYNC 4 is the latest and most advanced version of Ford's SYNC infotainment software, and it is quickly making its way to many new models such as the standard F-150 pickup and Edge crossover. The Lightning features a much larger screen then what is offered in the gas model, and that can be both good and bad, depending on the situation. SYNC 4 adds OTA updates to keep the interface up to date, useful charging information, and many more features that will keep the F-150 Lightning at the top of the booming electric truck segment.

(2: Ability To Power Your Home

The Ford F-150 Lightning takes the gas-powered variant‘s rear bed generator to a whole new level, with the ability to provide electricity for your house for up to three days when the power goes out. This feature is only effective if the vehicle is plugged in and charging, since the power being transferred into the Lightning goes back into the house. It is very helpful for those who don’t have a generator, or live in storm-prone areas.

(3: Exclusive Styling

Like most other electric cars, the F-150 Lightning features a unique design that lets bystanders know it‘s an EV. This pickup has a closed-off grille, as well as light bars above the fake grille and tailgate that connect the headlights and taillights. Also, unlike the gas variant’s simple daylight running lights and character lines, the Lightning has more aggressive headlight designs that stick out more at the outward-facing edges. The taillights only consist of reverse lights and a curvy light strip that resembles something like the Nissan Titan.

(4: 300-Mile Range

The Ford F-150 Lightning is one of the latest EVs on the market, and it joins other recently revealed electric competitors from GM, Canoo, Toyota, and Hyundai that boast better ranges than earlier electric cars like the Nissan Leaf. With the F-150 Lightning, the drivers won’t be limited with their extreme road trips, since the Lightning’s 300-mile range matches everyday (for now) gas vehicles.

(5: Power Generator Frunk

The Ford F-150 Lightning is electric, so the space where the engine should be is left empty. Ford did what the competitors are doing, which is turning it into a frunk, a cargo area in the front. But, Ford added a power generator to it, offering even more space to charge power tools, devices, and other items. Ford claims that the Lightning’s frunk is the biggest and most powerful in the industry, though the Hummer could beat it when specs are further announced. Also, there are many ways to access this storage area, whether by the FordPass app, through the touchscreen and key fob, or a button below the hood. A drain on the floor prevents dirty or wet items from messing up the frunk as well. Lastly, this space features many dividers and under-floor compartments to organize and store almost anything.

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