With outstanding off-road capabilities, ample cargo space, and unrivaled towing prowess, pickup trucks have long been a significant part of America’s automotive culture, and it didn’t take long for these rugged utes to join the EV trend. As some of the biggest names in the truck segment, Ford and Chevrolet are leading the charge with fully electrified models of the iconic F-150 and Silverado half-ton trucks. We’ve curated this article to compare the powertrains, performance, capabilities, and tech offered by both EVs to help New Jerseyans make profitable choices when leasing an electric vehicle.
Powertrain and Performance
The Ford F-150 Lightning boasts two potent electric motors with standard all-wheel drive, delivering 452-580 horsepower and a staggering 775 lb-ft of torque. Remarkably, it preserves the F-150’s refined road manners while enhancing ride and handling with a lower center of gravity and independent rear suspension.
On the other hand, the Chevy Silverado EV packs a punch with dual electric motors delivering up to 754 horsepower, while the base WT trim offers 510 hp. Standard AWD, optional rear-wheel steering, and adaptive air suspension ensure capable performance. The rugged Trail Boss variant adds off-road goodies, impressing with rapid acceleration, a smooth ride, and composed handling for its size.
Battery life, Range, and Charging
The Ford F-150 Lightning offers two battery options: a 98.0-kWh pack for 230 miles of range or a 131.0-kWh pack extending it to 320 miles. It supports home and public DC fast charging, reaching 80% in 44 minutes. Remarkably, a fully charged Lightning can supply up to three days of household electricity as a backup generator during power outages.
The Silverado EV features GM’s innovative Ultium battery tech, scalable up to 200 kWh, delivering an EPA-estimated 450 miles of range for the 4WT model and 393 miles for the 3WT model. Standard DC fast charging can add 100 miles in just 10 minutes at public stations.
Towing and Payload Capacity
Both trucks boast a maximum towing capacity of 10,000 pounds; however, for the F-150 Lightning, only models with the Extended-Range battery possess this ability. On the other hand, models with the Standard-Range battery get a higher max payload capacity of 2,000 pounds. Chevrolet’s Silverado EV has a max payload capacity of up to 1440 pounds.
Design and Interior
The F-150 Lightning’s cabin mirrors the gasoline F-150 but with a massive 15.5-inch touchscreen on higher trims. The voluminous front trunk is a standout feature, utilizing the engine bay space for up to 400 pounds of cargo storage. Standard features include a 12.0-inch touchscreen display.
The Silverado EV’s interior is different from its gas-fed sibling. Higher trims feature a panoramic glass roof, two-tone leather upholstery, and a massive 17-inch infotainment display alongside an 11-inch digital gauge cluster. Standard features include an 11.0-inch touchscreen and an 8.0-inch digital gauge display.
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