Ford F-150 Lightning vs Tesla Model Y

Overview

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

Pricing

Specification Ford F-150 Lightning Tesla Model Y
Current Price $63,345 $47,990 – $48,990
MSRP $63,345 $48,990
Dealer Price $47,990

Engine & Performance

Specification Ford F-150 Lightning Tesla Model Y
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 Economy

Specification Ford F-150 Lightning Tesla Model Y
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)

Ratings

Specification Ford F-150 Lightning Tesla Model Y
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

Verdict

Specification Ford F-150 Lightning Tesla Model Y
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...