There are reports online about the things that could come with the 2021 Ford Ranger Raptor. Australian automotive websites are looking forward and optimistic that Ford will be launching a new Ranger Raptor.
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Despite the high hopes for the pickup truck, it is highly expected that the upcoming Ford Ranger Raptor will largely be a carryover. This means that the Ranger Raptor is expected to be running with the same ruggedness the current model already has.
The current Ford Ranger Raptor Pickup Truck
The 2021 version could have a carryover exterior and interior design, and changes wouldn’t be that drastic. This is in accordance with the early reports we got from multiple Australian automotive sites.
The reports added that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the details about the 2021 Ranger Raptor were postponed until further notice. Nonetheless, the potential updates in the more aggressive and sturdier Ford Ranger Raptor are something to look out for in the following days.
As of this writing, Ford Philippines has yet to announce any word regarding the plans for the PH-spec Raptor Ranger. But this is understandable as the American carmaker is probably eyeing the debut of the facelifted Ford Ranger in the local market around the first or second quarter of 2021.
2021 Ford Ranger Raptor: Exterior
As said earlier, the upcoming Ford Ranger Raptor could largely be a carryover in terms of design.
The Ranger Raptor flaunts a commanding presence on the road
The PH-spec Ranger Raptor is still likely to have the same aggressive styling and features. These features include a high 283 mm ground clearance, high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps, LED fog lamps, daytime running lights (DRL), 17-inch wheels, Raptor decals, and Fox Racing Shocks.
2021 Ford Ranger Raptor: Interior
The same idea goes for the interior. The interior of the upcoming Ranger Raptor could be similar to the current model available.
The Ford Ranger Raptor could feature the same high-quality materials such as plush leather, Raptor contrast stitching, soft-touch, and a few hard plastics.
The interior view of the Ford Ranger Raptor
As for the on-board tech, the Ford Ranger Raptor is expected to still use the 8-inch touchscreen infotainment screen that supports both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. This system is also integrated with the brand’s renowned SNYC 3 Voice Connectivity System.
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2021 Ford Ranger Raptor: Engine and Performance
There is a common question surfaced online stating what engines the 2021 Ford Ranger Raptor would be equipped with. As ambitious as it sounds, the new Ranger Raptor is reported to be equipped with a 5.0-liter V8 engine which can be found in the Ford Mustang performance vehicle.
The V8 gasoline engine option for the Ranger Raptor would be a great addition to what the American pickup truck can offer. However, it is unlikely that the V8 engine option would be offered in the PH-spec Ranger Raptor.
Pickup trucks in the country are mostly sold with a diesel engine just like the Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, and Isuzu D-Max. A 5.0-liter gasoline engine would sound ambitious for the sturdy Ranger Raptor but is not practical in the local market.
Meanwhile, both the Australian market and the Asian market are reportedly getting a 3.0-liter V6 turbo-diesel engine. The engine is capable of generating 255 hp and 600 Nm of torque and is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission.
We hope to see a larger engine in the new Raptor Ranger
In addition, the upcoming Ford Ranger Raptor will reportedly feature a permanent all-wheel drive. This speculation was made as Ford partnered with Volkswagen to develop a new midsize pickup truck. Since the Volkswagen Amarok comes with a permanent all-wheel drive, the same could be expected for the Ranger Raptor.
As for the current model, the PH-spec Ford Ranger Raptor is offered with one engine option only, namely the 2.0 Biturbo diesel engine paired to a 10-speed automatic transmission. The engine can produce 210 hp and a whopping 500 Nm of torque.
2021 Ford Ranger Raptor: Safety
The 2021 Ford Ranger Raptor is expected to still run with the same safety features such as seven airbags, electronic stability control with traction control, hill-start assist, speed limiter, anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD), and ISOFIX child seat anchors.
2021 Ford Ranger Raptor: Final thoughts
Ford recently released a facelifted Ford Ranger in Thailand, and it looks like it is heading in the right direction. This could somehow indicate that the American marque is on a mission to update its vehicles just like what Toyota recently did in its lineup. Unfortunately, as much as we want to see a new and bolder Ford Ranger Raptor, the chances of seeing it in 2021 could be little.
The local market comes with a more competitive pickup segment due to the introduction of a facelifted Nissan Navara and Toyota Hilux. Both the Nissan Navara and Hilux have been updated to offer customers a pickup truck that not only offers a powerful engine, but also a stylish finish from inside and out.
We will have to wait for further announcements for the new Ranger Raptor
Isuzu is also stepping up its game as the Japanese carmaker confirmed that it will be releasing the next-gen Isuzu D-Max in the Philippines next year, while new versions of the Mazda BT-50 are expected to go head-to-head with the sophisticated-looking Ford Ranger Raptor.
This means that Ford Philippines should step up its game to stay afloat in the midsize pickup truck competition. Launching the facelifted Ranger is a great start for Ford Philippines. Then, the Ranger Raptor could follow afterwards.
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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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