After Ford recently trademarked the name, rumors about an upcoming 2024 Ford Maverick Lightning have been running amok. We know you have questions, and we do, too. Our preview guide imagines what this compact EV truck will be like, based on what we know about other Ford trucks.
What is the 2024 Ford Maverick Lightning?
The Maverick Lightning will be an all-electric version of Ford’s compact pickup truck, the Maverick. At least, that’s what we assume, based on the fact that Ford’s electric light-duty truck is called the F-150 Lightning. But Ford has yet to announce anything about this upcoming pickup truck, leaving us to draw our own conclusions until they do.
How far will the 2024 Ford Maverick Lightning travel between charges?
We’re all waiting to find out the answer to this question! While we assume that the Maverick Lightning will be completely electric, we don’t yet know how far it will travel between charges. The current F-150 Lightning can travel up to 300 miles between charges. However, we don’t yet know if the Maverick Lighting will be able to accommodate the same architecture as this bigger truck.
Which features will come with the 2024 Ford Maverick Lightning?
Although Ford hasn’t announced any details about this future EV truck, we have an idea of what it will be like inside, based on other Ford trucks. For example, shoppers will likely be able to choose between a variety of trim models. The current hybrid Maverick trim models are the base XL, midrange XLT, and upscale Lariat.
The upcoming Maverick Lightning will likely come standard with an impressive range of driver safety aids, from blind-spot monitoring to forward collision mitigation. It will also probably include the latest infotainment system, SYNC 4, along with its 8-inch (or 12-inch) touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
And this new truck will offer a variety of upscale options. While it might come standard with cloth seating, you can expect leather upholstery and heated seats to be available as well. Perhaps these new trucks will also offer panoramic glass roofs, like the Mustang Mach-E crossover EVs. You may be able to add adaptive cruise control or Ford’s hands-free driving technology, BlueCruise.
When will the 2024 Ford Maverick Lightning be here?
We can hope the Maverick Lightning will be here for the 2024 model year. At this point, though, we can’t say for sure when this electric compact truck will go on sale. But when Ford releases more information about its upcoming Maverick Lightning, we’ll update this page as needed!