Ford Philippines is inviting you to test drive the next-gen 2023 Ranger Raptor at the upcoming Ford Island Conquest (FIC) starting May 19.
Next-gen Ford Ranger Raptor
Now in its sixth year, the FIC is a nationwide test drive tour that allows more Filipinos to get behind the wheels of Ford vehicles. For the test drive event this Friday, the company has created a specially-designed off-road track, which is said to serve as a playground for the new pickup truck.
No specifications have been disclosed as of this writing. But one of the engines made available in global markets is the V6 gasoline engine.
Looking at the Thai-spec Ranger Raptor, the power unit is capable of generating 392 horsepower and 583 Nm of torque. Since Ford Philippines should source the model from the Land of Smiles, we can expect to drive the more potent powertrain setup at the Ford Island Conquest.
If the said V6 engine won’t power the PH-spec model, the familiar 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel engine should be fitted under the hood. It is capable of generating 207 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque, sending power to all four wheels via a 10-speed automatic transmission.
The new Ranger Raptor will join the upcoming Island Conquest
Some of the expected off-road features that should make the specially-designed track more fun to drive on include upgraded Fox shock absorbers, seven drive modes, and front and rear differential locks.
But yet again, we have to wait for the official specifications, which should be released tomorrow at the next-gen Ford Ranger Raptor’s Philippine debut.
The upcoming FIC will also provide test drive opportunities on other Ford vehicles including the next-gen Ranger Wildtrak 4x4, Everest Titanium+ 4x4, Ranger and Everest 4x2 variants, and next-gen Territory.
To further make the visit worthwhile, Ford Philippines will be offering up to Php 100,000 cash savings when you purchase a next-gen Territory, Everest, or Ranger during the test drive event. Also up for grabs are Php 50,000, Php 30,000, Php 20,000, or Php 10,000 cash savings.
Ford Philippines created a track for the next-gen Ranger Raptor
The first leg of the FIC Year 6 is happening from May 19 to 21, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the ARCA South Interactive Park in Taguig City. While the admission is free, test driver participants are required to bring a valid Philippine driver’s license, wear shoes, and wear a face mask.
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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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