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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | EV |
| Base Price | $48,870–$60,213 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is a ev that earns a Carivo score of 7.6/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.3/10, while Value at 6.7/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 6.9/10 for reliability, this ev trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. Safety lands at 8.3/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 8.0/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining evs to actually drive. On technology it rates 8.3/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $48,870–$60,213, 97 MPG, seating 5, the Ford F-150 Lightning sits in the premium tier of the ev category. The value score of 6.7/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 4 years old, it's worth checking whether a newer generation or refresh has addressed any weaker dimensions — compare it to the current model year before buying.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on reliability and value if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good ev should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning ranks #121 of 268 evs in the Carivo database — better than 55% of the segment. Its 7.6/10 overall score is exactly at the segment average of 7.6/10. Its $48,870 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $52,750 by about 7%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full EV ranking → · Best EVs under $50k →
Across the F-150 Lightning model years we've scored, the 2022 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.7/10 | $53,549 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.6/10 | $51,990 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.7/10 | $50,430 | Read review → |
| 2022 (this review) | 7.6/10 | $48,870 |
We rate the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning's reliability 6.9/10 — below the segment average, so budget for higher maintenance.
It scores 7.6/10 overall, ranking #121 of 268 evs in our database (better than 55% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning starts at $48,870 and ranges up to $60,213 across trims (MSRP when new). At 97 MPG, expect roughly $541/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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