One of the primary concerns for electric vehicle (EV) buyers remains battery longevity and degradation, which can reduce driving range over time. Recent data, however, suggests that Ford’s electric models are performing well in this area.
The Mustang Mach-E, for example, is designed to last at least 10 years while retaining 90% of its original capacity at 100,000 miles, with some owners reporting minimal degradation even beyond 250,000 miles.
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Similar resilience has now been observed in the Ford F-150 Lightning. In a recent video from the State of Charge YouTube channel, the truck was subjected to a range test after three years of ownership and 38,000 miles of driving.
The test replicated the same conditions used when the vehicle was new, offering a direct comparison. The results showed that the Lightning traveled 285 miles before reaching zero percent charge, ultimately covering 286.7 miles in total – exceeding its initial performance by 16 miles.
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The test’s host noted that favorable conditions, including warmer weather and tailwinds, likely contributed to the improved result. Still, the findings indicate little to no measurable battery degradation over the three-year period. Data from the test also showed the truck was most efficient between the 100% and 75% state of charge, maintaining an average consumption of 2.3 miles per kWh after briefly dipping to 2.1.
The outcome offers positive news for F-150 Lightning owners and potential buyers, suggesting that Ford’s battery technology may hold up better than expected over long-term use.
