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. Tesla Model Y leads on expert rating.
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Overall Winner
Tesla Model Y
Best Value
Tesla Model Y
Fuel Economy
Ford F-150 Lightning
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Ford F-150 Lightning
Tesla Model Y
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Model Year
Expert Rating
Ford F-150 Lightning
$63,345
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 | Ev |
| Body Style | Full-size pickup truck | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $63,345 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $63,345 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | — | $47,990 |
| Engine | Dual eMotor, front and rear mounted | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 536 hp (planned STX) | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 775 lb-ft (planned STX) | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | Mid-4-second 0-60 mph carryover estimate; not finalized for 2026 STX | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | Not officially published for the planned 2026 STX | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | EPA MPGe not finalized; targeted 290-mile driving range | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | Targeted 290 miles EPA-estimated (planned) | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | 0 g/mi tailpipe emissions for the planned battery-electric model | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | 123 kWh usable extended-range lithium-ion battery (planned) | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | 11.5 kW Level 2 peak; 2026 DC fast-charge time not finalized | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 0 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | 0.0 | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 0.0 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | 0.0 | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 0.0 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 0.0 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | 0.0 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Planned 123 kWh usable extended-range battery; Planned 536 hp and 775 lb-ft dual-motor output; Targeted 290-mile EPA-est... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | Canceled before normal 2026 retail production; Final EPA MPGe and charging certification were not issued; No current dea... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
