Interesting specs
400 mile range
664 HP
780 ft-lbs of torque
Independent rear/air suspension
the design isn’t for me, but looks like it will appeal to many
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Agree that many good points were made. I think interest rates rising is an underestimated factor that will likely start pricing people out after a few rate increases. The Fed has already signaled they plan to raise rates in 22.
Ford is still advertising 230 miles for standard and 300 for extended range. EPA range not yet certified. I had high hopes that Range would be higher than initial advertisement, but after hearing battery size is smaller than Rivian I don’t think Lightning range is going to be much more than...
True. I’ve had interior equivalent to Vegan Leather and can’t tell the difference except the Vegan is easier to maintain.
In addition to the Leather, Rivian provides several other features - gear tunnel, power tonneau cover, gear guard, more horsepower, more torque, more towing capacity...
I’ve been following several Lightning forums. Ford just released pricing for the Lightning and a lot of reservation holders are unhappy. The XLT with Extended Range (300 miles) comes in at $73K and doesn’t even include leather. The Lariat with ER comes in at $79K……Rivian’s value proposition...
Got the same email from Rivian - estimated delivery 1st half of 2023 for R1T adventure package. Not sure I can wait that long. Going to see when Ford says my Lightning reservation will be ready……
I’m in the same boat with both Lightning and Rivian reservations. Frustrated at Fords lack of comms on official range and cost. Frustrated with both on potential build dates.
I would upgrade to the adventure package if they let me order black interior with the FE wood. It’s a shame more customizations aren’t allowed, especially considering it could be profitable…..
Just joined the forum and am wading through the purchase options between the Lightning and Rivian R1T. I have pre-orders for both. I've developed nearly identical spreadsheets to assist in the decision making. Largest frustration is lack of real details from Ford to make an apples/apples...