Ford F150 Lightning MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Ford F150 Lightning model year from 1994 to 2025 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the F150 Lightning has been offered with Electric, 5.8L 8-cyl powertrains; every rated year lands at 12 MPG combined. Electric versions are shown in MPGe — a different unit, listed separately from gas MPG. All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Ford F150 Lightning fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 66–72 MPGe | Electric | $63,900 | 40 listings |
| 2024 | 66–70 MPGe | Electric | $52,998 | 28 listings |
| 2023 | 66–70 MPGe | Electric | $38,931 | 24 listings |
| 2022 | 66–70 MPGe | Electric | — | — |
| 1995 | 12 MPG | 5.8L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1994 | 12 MPG | 5.8L 8-cyl | — | — |
2025 Ford F150 Lightning: engines & MPG
The 2025 F150 Lightning was EPA-rated in 5 versions (Electric), electric versions rated 66–72 MPGe. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $63,900 on VehiSales (40 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-150 Lightning 4WD ER2 | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 79 | 65 | 72 MPGe · 300 mi range |
| F-150 Lightning 4WD ER1 | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 78 | 63 | 70 MPGe · 320 mi range |
| F-150 Lightning 4WD PRO ER1 | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 78 | 63 | 70 MPGe · 320 mi range |
| F-150 Lightning 4WD SR | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 76 | 61 | 68 MPGe · 240 mi range |
| F-150 Lightning Platinum 4WD | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 73 | 60 | 66 MPGe · 300 mi range |
2024 Ford F150 Lightning: engines & MPG
The 2024 F150 Lightning was EPA-rated in 4 versions (Electric), electric versions rated 66–70 MPGe. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $52,998 on VehiSales (28 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-150 Lightning 4WD Extended Range | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 78 | 63 | 70 MPGe · 320 mi range |
| F-150 Lightning PRO 4WD Extended Range | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 78 | 63 | 70 MPGe · 320 mi range |
| F-150 Lightning 4WD | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 76 | 61 | 68 MPGe · 240 mi range |
| F-150 Lightning Platinum 4WD | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 73 | 60 | 66 MPGe · 300 mi range |
2023 Ford F150 Lightning: engines & MPG
The 2023 F150 Lightning was EPA-rated in 3 versions (Electric), electric versions rated 66–70 MPGe. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $38,931 on VehiSales (24 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-150 Lightning 4WD Extended Range | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 78 | 63 | 70 MPGe · 320 mi range |
| F-150 Lightning 4WD | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 76 | 61 | 68 MPGe · 240 mi range |
| F-150 Lightning Platinum 4WD | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 73 | 60 | 66 MPGe · 300 mi range |
2022 Ford F150 Lightning: engines & MPG
The 2022 F150 Lightning was EPA-rated in 3 versions (Electric), electric versions rated 66–70 MPGe.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-150 Lightning 4WD Extended Range | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 78 | 63 | 70 MPGe · 320 mi range |
| F-150 Lightning 4WD | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 76 | 61 | 68 MPGe · 230 mi range |
| F-150 Lightning Platinum 4WD | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 73 | 60 | 66 MPGe · 300 mi range |
1995 Ford F150 Lightning: engines & MPG
The 1995 F150 Lightning was EPA-rated in 1 version (5.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 12 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lightning F150 2WD | 5.8L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 11 | 15 | 12 MPG |
1994 Ford F150 Lightning: engines & MPG
The 1994 F150 Lightning was EPA-rated in 1 version (5.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 12 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lightning F150 2WD | 5.8L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 11 | 15 | 12 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Ford F150 Lightning get?
Every rated F150 Lightning year comes in at 12 MPG combined.
What powertrains does the 2025 Ford F150 Lightning have?
The 2025 F150 Lightning was EPA-rated with Electric powertrains — see the 2025 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Ford F150 Lightning require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
Is there a hybrid or electric F150 Lightning?
Yes — the ratings above include electric (shown in MPGe) versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
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