Ford F-150 Lightning vs Tesla Model Y
Ford F-150 Lightning
$63,345
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Ford F-150 Lightning vs Tesla Model Y. Tesla Model Y offers the strongest value on price. Ford F-150 Lightning leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Ford F-150 Lightning
Best Value
Tesla Model Y
Fuel Economy
Ford F-150 Lightning
Performance
Ford F-150 Lightning
Tesla Model Y
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Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Ford F-150 Lightning
$63,345
Rating: 8.1/10
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Ford F-150 Lightning |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Ford | Tesla |
| Model | F-150 Lightning | Model Y |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | Ev |
| Body Style | 4-door SuperCrew electric pickup | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $63,345 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $63,345 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | — | $47,990 |
| Engine | Dual permanent-magnet electric motors | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 536 | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 775 lb-ft | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | Official 0-60 mph time not published for STX | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | Official top speed not published | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | Final 2026 STX EPA MPGe rating not published | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | 290 miles targeted EPA estimate | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | 0 g/mi tailpipe emissions | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | 123 kWh usable lithium-ion | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | 11.3 kW AC; 150 kW+ DC, approximately 38 minutes from 15% to 80% | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 8.1/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 0 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | 8.8 | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 8.3 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | — | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | — | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | — | 9.5 |
| Value Score | — | 9.0 |
| Pros | Strong 536-hp dual-motor performance; Useful 290-mile targeted driving range; Up to 10,000 lb towing capacity; Large pow... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | Current battery-electric version is no longer orderable; Final STX EPA MPGe rating was not published; DC charging is slo... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
