There's nothing like hopping behind the wheel of a powerful pickup truck and turning heads as you cruise the Marion, Herrin, and Carbondale, Illinois, streets. When you're looking for something efficient and packed with impressive features, there's a good chance you're considering purchasing a new electric truck.

Here at Watermark Ford of Marion, we're dedicated to helping you every step of the way through your car-buying journey, and we know that starts here with the research process. In order to make it as simple as possible, we created this handy breakdown of the top five features found in the 2022  Ford F-150 Lightning.1 Now, let's see if this is the right choice for you! 

New 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Features

1. 100% Electric Engine

The standard engine puts out 563 horsepower and 775 lb-ft of torque. This will take you from 0 to 60 MPH in the mid-four second range when equipped with an extended-range battery.

With all that power, you'll have a maximum payload of 2,000 pounds and a maximum towing capacity of up to 10,000 pounds when properly equipped. You'll have no problem transporting furniture for your next move or taking your kayaks and canoes to the lake.

2. Advanced Entertainment Technology

With the available SYNC® 4A system, you'll get plenty of technology features that are sure to keep you entertained no matter how long the drive ahead is. Standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration allows you to easily connect your smartphone to the audio system, so you can stream music, make phone calls, and access your favorite navigation apps via simple voice commands.

3. BlueCruise Hands-Free Driving

The available BlueCruise system is ideal for highway drivers. It utilizes a driver-facing camera and radar-sensing technologies to keep you a safe distance behind other vehicles and helps you stay securely in the center of your lane. It will keep up with the flow of traffic so you don't have to.

4. Ford Intelligent Backup Power

The available Ford Intelligent Backup Power feature was created to help you through power outages and storms. The available 80-amp Ford Charge Station Pro will automatically send power to your house and can provide you with electricity for up to three full days.

5. Long-Lasting Battery Range

The standard-range battery provides you with about 230 miles of EPA-estimated driving range, while the extended-range battery lasts for up to around 300 miles.

Test Drive the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning

Now that you know a bit more about this electric truck's impressive features, we're sure you can't wait to come to our showroom so you can get behind the wheel and experience everything it has to offer for yourself. That way, you can decide if it's the right choice for your commutes around the Marion, Herrin, and Carbondale, IL, areas.

Here at Watermark Ford of Marion, we're dedicated to providing you with a fun and informative car-buying experience, so you can find the perfect vehicle for your lifestyle. For more information or to schedule your 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning test drive, call or stop by our showroom today!

1 Model not yet released. All specs mentioned herein have been cited from the Ford F-150 Lightning vehicle page and are subject to change by the manufacturer. 

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