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Ford F-150 Lightning vs Rivian R1T
Full comparison with verified US market data: MSRP, horsepower, MPG, cargo, warranty, and true 5-year cost of ownership.
Vehicle 1
Ford F-150 Lightning
Vehicle 2
Rivian R1T
600 hp · Electric
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MSRP
$63,345
$70,990
Horsepower
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600 hp
Torque
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600 lb-ft
MPG (combined)
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70 MPGe
0–60 mph
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3.5 s
Cargo
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—
Curb Weight
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* MSRP excludes destination. MPG is EPA-rated combined.
Drivetrain
AWD
AWD
Warranty
3yr / 36K
Powertrain: 5yr / 60K
5yr / 60K
Powertrain: 8yr / 175K
Warranty: bumper-to-bumper / powertrain. EV battery: typically 8yr / 100K mi.
GasFord F-150 Lightning
EVRivian R1T
True Cost of Ownership
Estimated 5-year cost at 12,000 miles/year. All cost data from AAA "Your Driving Costs" 2025 annual study by vehicle category. Estimates only — actual costs vary.
Ford F-150 Lightning
$53,095
✓ Lowest total cost
Purchase (MSRP)$63,345
Fuel 5yr$6,750
Insurance 5yr$8,630
Maintenance 5yr$6,042
Resale (50% at 5yr)-$31,673
Rivian R1T
$54,294
+$1,199
Purchase (MSRP)$70,990
Electricity 5yr$2,863
Insurance 5yr$10,140
Maintenance 5yr$5,796
Resale (50% at 5yr)-$35,495
Source: AAA "Your Driving Costs" 2025 study. Fuel: $3.15/gal regular, $0.167/kWh (AAA/EIA). Insurance and maintenance are category averages (sedan, SUV, truck, EV) — not model-specific. Depreciation: 50% at 5 years. Estimates for comparison purposes only.
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Analysis & Recommendation
The Ford F-150 Lightning starts at $63,345, $7,645 less than the Rivian R1T. The premium buys you more power (600 hp vs 0) and faster 0-60 (3.5s vs 0s). The Ford F-150 Lightning wins on both sticker price and total ownership cost at $53,095 over 5 years. For fuel economy: Rivian R1T at 70 MPGe MPG. For performance: Rivian R1T does 0-60 in 3.5s with 600 hp.
Ford F-150 Lightning vs Rivian R1T — FAQ
The Ford F-150 Lightning starts at $63,345. Starting MSRPs: Ford F-150 Lightning ($63,345), Rivian R1T ($70,990). Prices are MSRP before destination, taxes, and dealer fees.
The Rivian R1T leads at 70 MPGe MPG (EPA). By model: Rivian R1T (70 MPGe). Annual fuel cost difference: ~$0.
The Ford F-150 Lightning at $53,095. By model: Ford F-150 Lightning ($53,095), Rivian R1T ($54,294). Based on AAA "Your Driving Costs" 2025: MSRP + fuel (AAA avg) + insurance and maintenance (AAA category avg) − 50% resale. Estimates for comparison only.
Quickest 0-60: Rivian R1T at 3.5s. Most powerful: Rivian R1T with 600 hp / 600 lb-ft.
Best bumper-to-bumper: Rivian R1T at 5yr / 60K. Full breakdown: Ford F-150 Lightning (3yr / 36K; powertrain 5yr / 60K); Rivian R1T (5yr / 60K; powertrain 8yr / 175K).