Right now, Ford’s Ranger pickup series technically has two high-end variants – the more utility-oriented Wildtrak and the dune-hopping Raptor.
The dilemma begins when you want something that’s as practical as the former with a more playful streak, yet not as flashy as the latter. As it makes little sense to pay a premium on the Raptor only to scale it down, many Wildtrak owners opt to dress up their rigs instead.
The Ford Ranger Wildtrak X
Ford has another option. It’s called the Wildtrak X, meant to bridge the substantial gap between the top two Ranger trims. Launched in Thailand last year, this takes the Wildtrak 4x4 and adds extra accessories to make it look a little less square. The current iteration represents the 2020 edition, having started last year.
The nudge bar offers frontal protection without being too flashy
The Australian-market version sports new Bi-LED projector headlamps that replace the halogens used by the outgoing version, and Ford claims that the upgrade results in 17 percent better light penetration, as well as a 20 percent high-beam improvement.
Additional illumination is by way of an LED lightbar mounted on a black nudge bar that’s attached to the front bumper. A power-actuated roller shutter protects the cargo bed with just the flick of a switch.
An attached snorkel complements the Wildtrak X's standard 800-mm water wading capability
Housed within the wheel wells are a set of 18-inch alloy wheels packing a +35-mm offset. Knowing the rough and often unpredictable nature of Australian turf, the Wildtrak X comes equipped with a snorkel to help the engine breathe better through dusty terrain and watery passes, although the wading depth is still standard at 800 mm.
The Ranger Wildtrak X isn't your ordinary Ford rig
The FordPass Connect modem is now offered as standard equipment, enabling features such as remote start/unlocking, vehicle locator, and vehicle health check, all via the corresponding app on your smartphone. Under the hood, the Wildtrak X runs on the same 2.0L Bi-turbo engine powering the standard Ford Ranger and Ford Ranger Raptor, with 210 hp and 500 Nm of torque on tap mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission.
FordPass Connect lets you prep the cabin before boarding with the remote start function
The Ford Ranger Wildtrak X is priced at 67,790 baht in Thailand (Php 1,967,678 at current exchange rates) and is coming to Australian showrooms this month. Now, if only Ford would line up the Philippines as the next market to receive the Wildtrak X, it might make a lot of Ford fans very happy.
Get your fill of the latest models, wherever they may be, at Philkotse.com.
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.
Ford Ranger Raptor Pros & Cons
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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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