stickyfingers
Well-Known Member
I couldn't wait any longer and received my Lightning Lariat ER at the end of December. After driving it for a month, I absolutely love the truck. A few things that I immediately noticed or observed (many have said so on youtube videos - so nothing new):
The negatives (so far):
Of most, I miss the heated steering wheel especially when it's -30C this week.
As for price, I paid $110+tax for my Ford and Rivian is at $107k CAD pricing. So not much of a difference in the grand scheme.
You will love the truck as I have been. The interior is wonderful and massive. The dealers suck balls but having many service centres to help me in need is a "really nice to have".
- The frunk is hands-down better than Rivian's tub experience (I'm just going by virtual images as I have yet to see the Rivian in person). Multiple outlets up front.
- I can store my golf clubs (I could probably do that in Rivian's Gear Tunnel which is amazing, BTW).
- I still have my Rivian reservation. When and if they do make it to Toronto, I, at least, have the option to compare the 2 vehicles and determine if I want to make the switch. I'm pretty certain I won't loose too much value on the lightning if I make the switch. Some for sure.
- Having said that, I am coming from a Honda Ridgeline (2020). From a mid-size (if you can call it that) to a full-size truck is a big change but I got used to it very quickly. It is spacious.
- Blue Cruise - it's pretty damn good. Doesn't do lane changes but sitting in traffic I can exclusively rely on it to slow down, stop, start moving.
- Another plus with the Lightning is that all the accessories from their F-150 ICE vehicles fit the lightning so there are plenty of options to chose from. There are, in fact, too many accessory options in the after-market. Sometimes you get overwhelmed and over think it. It's not a complaint, just an observation - better to have more than less, or none. The tonneau options are endless. Can get a powered, manual, flip, soft, etc... tonneau - no shortage.
- The onboard generator in the bed is great - it'll come in quite handy on camping trips. I will actually use the outlets up at the cabin to run tools etc...
- The rear independent suspension is a wonderful addition compared to their ICE counterparts. I can also lock the rear differential on demand.
- CarPlay/Android Auto - enough said.
The negatives (so far):
- Steering wheel heat not available in MY23
- Bed scale not available
- Some security system thingy
- My FordPass app is buggy from time to time
- Massive 80-amp charger that cost a fair penny to get installed (my choice) - could have just used a 240v outlet.
Of most, I miss the heated steering wheel especially when it's -30C this week.
As for price, I paid $110+tax for my Ford and Rivian is at $107k CAD pricing. So not much of a difference in the grand scheme.
You will love the truck as I have been. The interior is wonderful and massive. The dealers suck balls but having many service centres to help me in need is a "really nice to have".
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