Ford’s all-electric pickup moves into the 2026 model year with a few meaningful updates and a reshuffled trim lineup. While the overall formula hasn’t changed much, Ford has added sharper design cues, new color options, and a few mechanical tweaks under the surface. Here’s a closer look at what’s new for the one-and-only fully electric Ford truck, the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning.
Key Takeaways
- The STX replaces the XLT with rugged styling, embroidered seats, and a larger battery setup.
- The Extended Range battery produces 536 horsepower and delivers up to 290 miles of range.
- As of October 19, 2025, pricing starts at $63,345.
The Lightning Lineup Sharpens Its Look with the New STX Trim
The Lightning doesn’t change much for 2026, but the new STX trim gives it a slightly more assertive personality. The front end wears a unique grille with blue accents, flanked by bold STX graphics and integrated running boards that lend a more athletic stance. Ford also freshens up the color palette with Argon Blue, Marsh Gray, and Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat.
Inside, the STX’s cabin features cloth seats with Grabber Blue “STX” embroidery, an optional black vinyl floor, and a standard heated steering wheel. Otherwise, the layout remains familiar, with the same clean dash design, big touchscreen interface, and roomy crew-cab dimensions the Lightning is known for.
More Battery Power and Stronger Performance
The biggest news for 2026 hides beneath the floor. The STX now comes standard with Ford’s 123-kWh Extended Range battery pack, the same one found in the Flash trim. Combined with dual electric motors, the setup delivers 536 horsepower and 775 lb-ft of torque, giving the STX a meaningful bump in performance and capability. You can get up to 290 miles per charge, depending on configuration.
Ford will also continue to offer a smaller 98-kWh Standard Range battery, producing 426 horsepower and the same torque figure. That means even the base versions of the 2026 Lightning will still deliver strong pulling power and instant acceleration—hallmarks of the truck since its debut.
Familiar Safety and Tech Features Carry Over
Ford hasn’t published the complete list of safety or tech updates yet, but most of the Lightning’s existing driver-assist systems should return. These standard features include automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, forward-collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-departure warning.
Every 2026 model should include a 12-inch digital driver cluster and a 12-inch center touchscreen running Ford’s latest software. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, built-in navigation, Amazon Alexa integration, and a Wi-Fi hotspot will likely return.
When You Can Expect the 2026 F-150 Lightning
The 2026 F-150 Lightning should hit dealerships early next year, with more information coming as its launch gets closer. Prices are climbing and competition’s tight, so if you’re keeping an eye on availability or preorder timing, stay in touch with Jarrett Scott Ford for updates as soon as Ford releases them.