From the Land Down Under, there is some exciting news brewing about the Ford Ranger Raptor. According to a report by carsguide.com.au, the Blue Oval brand is indeed working on the Ranger Raptor R, a V8-powered version of the said model.
The currently available Ford Ranger Raptor
Now, the Ford executives who supposedly leaked the information from didn’t exactly confirm this directly, but neither did they deny it. Trevor Worthington, Ford’s Vice President of Global Product Development even mentioned that this V8 Raptor could be similar to how the Ford Bronco DR relates to the regular Bronco. Specifically, the Bronco DR very much shares the same underpinnings as the standard Bronco. That said, the Raptor R could fit as a similar trim equivalent for the all-new 2022 Ford Ranger.
For those unaware, the Bronco DR is a souped-up, Coyote 5.0-liter V8-powered, 400 horsepower variant of the current sixth-generation Bronco which was released just last year. It is a limited-edition version, which has been described as a “Baja-1000 capable vehicle from the factory.”
Of note, the V8-powered Raptor rumor mill has been going on since 2020. Ford’s Australian arm is also known to be working closely with several Australian tuning companies in creating some interesting versions of the Ranger and the Ranger Raptor. As such, it wouldn't be too much of a stretch to say that these companies might also be involved in developing the Ranger Raptor R.
Like we’ve said in our previous report about a V8-powered Ranger Raptor though, the chances of the Ranger Raptor R reaching the local market might be slim at best. There’s also the fact that Ford has yet to confirm if they are indeed developing it.
The Ranger Raptor R might take cues as to how the Bronco DR is related to the regular Bronco
Moreover, the Philippines doesn’t have the sprawling desert landscape that Australia has. And if we take stock of what Ford Australia has said regarding what the Ranger Raptor R could be, the model is intended as a full-on “desert racer”.
Also, the Coyote 5.0-liter V8 is a gasoline engine. While it could conceivably be much more exciting than your more common inline-4 turbodiesels, even the most adamant Ranger Raptor fan will have qualms about the costs of keeping a V8-powered one fueled-up.
Then again, who knows what will happen? Ford Thailand might end up taking in this beastly V8 Raptor, and only then will the Philippine market end up getting this thing. But at this point, the chances of that happening is anybody’s guess.
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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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