Pickups these days normally strive to balance work and play, but the Ford Ranger Raptor seems perfect for those who want to push the end of happy hour as far back as possible.
This is a rig that will make you want to extend playtime
Although the Blue Oval carmaker commenced production of this high-performance mid-size pickup in 2019, the Ranger Raptor made its debut a year earlier. The model rides on a reworked version of the T6 platform which underpins the standard Ranger, albeit with more aggressive-looking exterior bits. A big, bold grille heralds the fascia with the prominent Ford branding, nestled between a pair of LED headlamps, with fog lamps accompanying the massive front bumper.
Large flares outline the wheel arches that house 17-inch alloy wheels mounted on all-terrain tires. There is a measure of practicality after all, with the inner tie-downs and 12-volt outlet installed on the cargo bed out back, although the bull bar from the Wildtrak is noticeably missing. Combined with the 283mm ground clearance, the Ranger Raptor’s 1,710mm track gives it an imposing stance.
There's no mistaking that outsize grille
A subdued palette dominates the interior, where the bolstered front seats bear the Raptor branding on the backrests. The rear bench features a center armrest and can be folded up for increased interior storage. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on the 8-inch touchscreen head unit, along with Ford’s Sync 3 software and voice-activated controls.
Enabling the Ranger Raptor to kick up dirt is a 2.0-liter EcoBlue bi-turbo common-rail diesel engine that packs 210 hp and 500 Nm of torque, partnered with a 10-speed automatic gearbox that routes power to all four wheels. The truck bounces around with glee on race-bred Fox Racing shock absorbers all around, key to its Terrain Management System that offers six pre-set driving modes.
The interior looks as comfortable as the exterior is rugged
Its large bash plate protects the underbody from rough terrain, and it can traverse up to 800mm of water. Apart from its array of six airbags, anti-lock brakes, and parking sensors, the truck also comes with pre-collision assist and lane-keeping aid as its driver-assist features.
Ford’s rough and ready rig comes in a lone variant priced at Php 1,998,000, with a 20 percent downpayment or Php 399,600 resulting in 36 monthly installments of Php 55,880. Increasing the cash outlay to 30 percent or Php 599,400 carries a monthly amortization of Php 48,895.
Propelling the Ranger Raptor is a 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel engine
Extending the contract to 48 months further drives down the payment to Php 39,351, while putting down 50 percent or Php 999,000 and going all the way to 60 months will only require you to pay Php 24,082.
As always, these are all estimates, exclusive of other costs such as maintenance, fuel, insurance, and registration at the end of the first three years of ownership. Your nearest Ford dealer will be able to give you a more accurate computation based on your current budget.
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Know more about Ford Ranger Raptor 2024
The 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor is a performance-oriented pickup truck. For the Philippine market, its sole variant is priced at Php 2,345,000.
Under the hood of the all-new Ranger Raptor is a 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel that can make up to 207 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque. The engine is then paired to a 10-speed automatic gearbox sending power to all four wheels.
The 2024 Ranger Raptor is 5,381mm long, 2,028mm wide, and 1,922mm in height. It then has a wheelbase length spanning 3,270mm.
Locally, the Ranger Raptor’s closest competitors are the Nissan Navara PRO-4X and the Hilux GR Sport.
Ford Ranger Raptor Launch
The second-generation Ford Ranger Raptor was launched for the Philippine market on May 18, 2023.
Ford Ranger Raptor Exterior
The all-new 2024 Ranger Raptor follows the design language of the second-generation T6 Ranger. That said, it gets a pair of Matrix LED headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, front fog lamps, and large fender flares.
To make it ready for off-road use, Ford fitted this truck with dual front and rear tow hooks. Its under chassis likewise gets protective plates.
Other features present on the Ranger Raptor’s exterior include power folding side mirrors, powder-coated side steps, and a bedliner with 230-volt and 12-volt power sockets.
Where size is concerned, this pickup truck is 5,381mm long, 2,028mm wide, and 1,922mm in height. It then has a wheelbase length spanning 3,270mm.
Ford Ranger Raptor Interior
Inside the Ranger Raptor is a cabin that can comfortably seat up to five occupants. The cabin is kept cool by a dual-zone automatic air-conditioning system, and all of its seats are wrapped in leather. A center armrest is also available for the rear cabin.
The driver of this Ford pickup truck is then provided with a push-to-start button, a center armrest, and a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster. Both front cabin seats are power adjustable as well.
Technology & Safety Features
Providing entertainment for the Ranger Raptor’s occupants is a 12-inch portrait touchscreen display. It has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity. Charging smartphones is then made easy thanks to a wireless device charging pad.
As for safety features, the Ranger Raptor gets a whole host of standard equipment. It gets seven airbags, anti-lock braking, front and rear parking sensors, stability control, ISOFIX child seat anchors, hill-launch assist, hill descent control, etc.
Enhancing safety aboard its model is a set of advanced driver assist technologies. Chief among these are adaptive cruise control, lane centering, automatic high beams, autonomous emergency braking, forward collision warning, evasive steer assist, lane departure warning, lane keep aid, a 360-degree view camera, blind spot monitoring, etc.
Platform & Chassis
The all-new Ranger Raptor uses an improved version of the Fox Shocks set that came on the previous generation model. Specifically, it gets 2.5-inch Fox Shocks, with position-sensitive damping technology.
Braking for the Ranger Raptor is then handled by disc brakes for all four wheels. It then uses an electronic parking brake with auto-hold control.
Like the regular Ranger, the Ranger Raptor is based on Ford’s T6-platform. This means that it comes with a ladder-frame chassis.
Engine & Drivetrain
Under the hood of the Ranger Raptor is a 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel engine that can generate up to 207 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque. It then uses a 10-speed automatic gearbox which distributes power to all four wheels.
Since the first-generation launch, until the arrival of the second-generation Ford Ranger Raptor, no other pickup truck can match its optimization for Baja-type off-road activities. Sure, other trucks have engines that can make as much power, but most of those do not feature the same off-road-ready suspension setups.
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Ford Ranger Raptor FAQs
1. How many people can the Ford Ranger Raptor hold?
The 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor will have enough space inside for up to five passengers to sit comfortably.
2. How many selectable drive modes will the Ford Raptor 2024 have?
The Ford Raptor 2024 will include 7 selectable drive modes that let it manage well everything from paved roads to mud and potholes.
3. What is the difference between the Ford Ranger and Ford Ranger Raptor?
Although both the Ford Raptor and Ford Ranger belong to the same family of vehicles, size is the main factor that differentiates these two. The Ranger Raptor looks considerably wider and beefier than the latter.
4. What is the engine of the Ford Ranger Raptor?
The Ford Ranger Raptor is available with a sole engine option, which is the 2.0L Bi-Turbo diesel engine that is partnered with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
The Ford Ranger Raptor comes with a part-time 4x4 drivetrain.
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