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Have you heard about the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning with Intelligent Backup Power? IBP is the latest feature entirely new for the electric pickup truck. Moreover, it will be a selling point for many first-time EV buyers. As a result, the people will want to know, which is the cheapest version of the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning that can use Intelligent Backup Power?

What is Ford F-150 Lightning Intelligent Backup Power?

The cheapest 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Pro electric pickup truck can use Intelligent Backup power to be a generator for your home.
Ford F-150 Lightning | Ford

Firstly, the electric truck’s Intelligent Backup Power turns your pickup into a generator. When connected to an 80-amp Ford Charge Station Pro, the F-150 Lightning automatically begins powering your home. As a result, the new EV can power your home for a few days in case of an emergency power outage. Using an extended-range battery, the Lightning can power the home for up to three days. In addition, power usage can be rationed and spread across up to 10 days.

However, owners must equip their home with a Ford Charge Station Pro for Intelligent Backup Power to work. Without the charge station installed by Ford’s experts, IBP can’t do anything. Someone connects the station to your home’s electrical box, enabling IBP. Unfortunately, the installation and equipment are not free with the electric pickup.

Cheapest 2022 F-150 Lightning with Intelligent Backup Power

The cheapest 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Pro can use Intelligent Backup power to be a generator for your home.
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning | Ford

What’s the cheapest version of the F-150 Lightning that can use Intelligent Backup Power? If you’re anything like us, you’d assume the most expensive versions would be necessary to power your home. However, that’s not the case. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. According to Newsweek, no additional onboard equipment, option, or package is necessary. Every F-150 Lightning model from top to bottom comes with a bidirectional power system.

Owners will need to buy the Ford Charge Station Pro 80-amp wall charger. Other than that, the truck is all you need. That means even the base Pro model for $40,000 has Intelligent Backup Power capabilities. Fortunately, the price of the charge station isn’t too bad. It’ll cost $1,310 without shipping, taxes, and installation fees.

F-150 Lightning Pro base model can use IBP

Since the cheapest F-150 Lightning can use Intelligent Backup Power, what else does it have? According to Edmunds, for $40,000, the electric truck comes with a surprising amount of standard features. For example, 18-inch wheels, LED headlights, vinyl seats, black vinyl floors, dual-zone automatic climate control, and keyless entry are standard. Next, a digital instrument cluster, 12-inch infotainment screen, integrated navigation, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and a six-speaker audio system are included.

In addition to IBP, the Lighting offers eight 120-volt power outlets. With four in the frunk, two in the bed, and two in the cab, powering anything is possible from all sides of the pickup. Finally, driver-assist features like automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitor, a lane-keeping system, and rear parking sensors are standard.

The cheapest 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning has Intelligent Backup Power

In conclusion, every version of the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning can use Intelligent Backup Power. However, owners will need to purchase the home charging station to use it. Fortunately, the $1,310 price tag is softened by the low $40,000 cost for the Lightning Pro. Are you interested in powering your house with an electric pickup truck?

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