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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | EV |
| Base Price | $51,990–$60,742 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning at 7.6/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this ev. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.6/10, while Reliability at 6.8/10 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. Reliability is the weak spot: 6.8/10, under the class average. Review the recall record on this page and price in extra maintenance headroom. The 8.6/10 safety score puts it near the top of the class on this dimension; the official trim-level results at nhtsa.gov are worth a final check.
Performance scores 7.8/10 — competent for everyday use. Acceleration and handling are adequate for commuting and highway driving, though enthusiasts will want to look at higher-rated alternatives. The cabin tech earns 8.4/10 — infotainment, smartphone integration, and driver-assistance are all close to the best this class offers.
Priced from $51,990–$60,742, 97 MPG, seating 5, the Ford F-150 Lightning sits in the premium tier of the ev category. The value score of 6.9/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 2 years old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Our take: The 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning is a solid, well-rounded ev that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. The main caveat is value and reliability — worth checking if those dimensions are priorities for you. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
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 2024 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 $51,990 starting price sits close to the segment's median of $52,750.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full EV ranking →
Across the F-150 Lightning model years we've scored, the 2024 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 (this review) | 7.6/10 | $51,990 | |
| 2023 | 7.7/10 | $50,430 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.6/10 | $48,870 | Read review → |
We rate the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning's reliability 6.8/10 — 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 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning starts at $51,990 and ranges up to $60,742 across trims (MSRP when new). At 97 MPG, expect roughly $541/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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