Ford F-150 Lightning XLT 2026 vs Rivian R3X

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thumb image Ford F-150 Lightning XLT 2026 US$ 60,000
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thumb image Rivian R3X US$ 55,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Ford Rivian
Model F-150 Lightning XLT 2026 R3X
Vehicle Type Electric Electric SUV (Performance/Off-road variant of Rivian R3)
Trims Pro, XLT, Lariat, Platinum, Flash, and Raptor R3X (performance-focused)
Release Date November 2025 Expected 2026 (deliveries may begin in 2027)
Status Coming Soon Announced / Upcoming
Made In Dearborn, Michigan, USA Normal, Illinois, USA (Rivian Factory)
Body Type Crew Cab Compact Crossover SUV
Vehicle Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles 5 years / 60,000 miles (estimated, Rivian standard), Battery 8 years / 175,000 miles
Colors Iconic Silver, Antimatter Blue, Rapid Red, Agate Black, Oxford White, Avalanche Gray, Azure Gray Metallic Multiple (Exact options TBD, Rivian usually offers adventurous palettes)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual Permanent-Magnet Electric Motors Dual or Tri-Motor (Rivian Enduro drive units, performance-tuned)
Horsepower 452 hp 500–600 hp (expected for R3X trim)
Torque 775 lb-ft 700+ Nm (estimated)
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 5.0 seconds 3.0–3.5 seconds (0–60 mph, estimated)
Top Speed 110 mph 125–135 mph (estimated)
Range 240-260 miles 300–350 miles (EPA estimate, depending on battery pack)
Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive (AWD) All-Wheel Drive (AWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-Ion (NCM Chemistry) Lithium-Ion, Rivian Enduro pack
Battery Capacity 98 kWh 80–100 kWh (estimated, final specs TBD)
Power Consumption 2.0 mi/kWh 3.2–3.5 mi/kWh (estimated)
Battery Warranty 8 yrs / 100,000 miles 8 years / 175,000 miles
Home Charging Speed Up to 19.2 kW (80A Ford Charge Station Pro) 10-15 hrs (0-100%) 11.5 kW (Level 2, 25–30 miles/hour)
Supercharging Speed 10-80% in 41 min (150 kW peak) Compatible with Rivian Adventure Network & Tesla NACS (coming 2025+)
DC Fast Charging Speed 150 kW Up to 220 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour 21–30 miles / hour 140–160 miles in 20 minutes (DC fast charge)
Charging Time 10–13 hrs 10–80% in ~25 minutes (fast charge)
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (NACS Adapter Included Post-2025) NACS (North American Charging Standard)
Home Charging Options Ford Charge Station Pro (80A, 19.2 kW), 48A (11.5 kW) Wall Charger, 120V (1.4 kW, Slow) Level 1 (120V), Level 2 (240V Wallbox)
Onboard Charger Power 19.2 kW (80A) 11.5 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 232.7–243.7 inches 171–175 in (estimated, compact size)
Width 96.0 inches 75 in
Height 78.9–80.0 inches 65 in
Wheelbase 145.5–157.2 inches 108 in
Ground Clearance 8.4–9.8 inches Adjustable Air Suspension (~9–11 in)
Cargo Space 52.8–66.7 cu ft 60+ cu.ft (with seats folded, est.)
Curb Weight 6,100 lbs 4,400–4,800 lbs (estimated)
No. of Doors 4 Doors 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy Wheel Alloy (Performance & Off-road optimized)
Wheel Size 20 inches 20–22 inches (depending on package)
Front Tire 275/60R20 All-Terrain / Performance Radials (size TBD)
Rear Tire 275/60R20 All-Terrain / Performance Radials (size TBD)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-Speed Automati Single-speed automatic (EV direct drive)
Turning Radius 47.8 ft 18–19 ft (est.)
Gear Box Fixed-Ratio (EV) 1-speed
Front Suspension Double Wishbone Independent, adaptive air suspension
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Independent, adaptive air suspension

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Optional Rivian Driver+ (hands-free on mapped highways)
Navigation System Standard Sync 4 Yes (Rivian OS with Google Maps integration)
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Dual-zone automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Phone-as-key & key card
Heated Steering Wheel Optional Yes
Panoramic Sunroof TBC Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Same as above
Touchscreen 12 inches 15.6-inch central touchscreen + driver display
WiFi & Hotspot Optional Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 8 Speakers 9 optional) 10–14 (depending on trim, Meridian sound system)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System YeRegenerative + Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 Airbags Yes
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors No Yes
Crash Sensor No Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes 11-camera system (360° view)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Yes (off-road mode cameras)
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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