What We Know So Far About the 2025 Ford Ranger Lightning

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Ford’s Electric Future: Ranger Lightning on the Horizon?

Ford announced a brand-new electric member of its family that looks like it will be as gorgeous as ever. An electric Maverick could also join this addition. It will be a sibling to the Ford F-150 Lightning, effectively expanding the Ford F-Series family with this new electric Ranger pickup. As the demand for the F-150 Lightning has exceeded expectations, Ford CEO Jim Farley has mentioned plans for another electric truck are on the way. 

Although Jim Farley and his team have revealed few details of the EV addition to the F-Series family, he did extinguish any current ideas of an electric F-250, F-350, or F-450 coming to fruition. He also mentioned that the truck is very distinct from the next-generation Lightning which could point toward Ford going somewhat smaller.

Recently, Ford filed trademarks for the Maverick Lightning and Ranger Lightning which may have revealed the company’s intentions. The growing popularity of the Ford Ranger makes it a logical choice as it would offer a refreshing new EV within a series of vehicles that continues to gain traction as the years progress. Production is slated to begin at the Blue Oval City plant in Tennessee alongside the next-generation F-150 Lightning in 2025.

What Other Direction Could Ford Go?

Another possibility is a performance F-150, like an electric Raptor making a special appearance on the revitalized and dedicated EV platform for the next-generation Lightning family. This could mean more than just 580 horsepower and 775 lb-ft of torque, which are the current specifications for the Lightning. However, this might be feasible in the future, after the smaller trucks debut. With the recent trademark filings, it’s possible to speculate that at some point, enthusiasts will see an electric version of the beloved hybrid Ford Maverick take shape. 

Nonetheless, this might be a future endeavor, as the current Maverick has fully taken on its role as an affordable, entry-level vehicle for Ford. Click here to learn more about the Maverick’s progress. The Maverick boasts a similar platform to the Ford Escape, making it distinct from the rest of the full-size F-Series. A current estimated on-sale date might be within the 2025 model year for the Ford Lightning and the estimated price range is approximately $35,000 MSRP (Plus Destination Fee).

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