Ford is for European customers Ranger Raptor introduced in August 2018, and three and a half years later it is now followed by a new generation. The rumors turned out to be true as the pick-up got a bigger three-liter V6-engine with label EcoBoost, capable of 215 kW (292 hp) of maximum power and 491 Nm of maximum torque, which is significantly more than what the current model can.
Even for those who swear they have to drive a pick-up diesel engine, have a suitable solution at Ford, but if you opt for the petrol version, you get the same anti-lag technology, as in Focus ST. It is a system that rotates the blades in both turbochargers for an additional three seconds, in case the driver would like to step on the accelerator pedal again immediately after stepping off it, thus preventing the loss of power.
As expected, it is Ford Ranger Raptor also equipped with more powerful suspension than its more civilian co-sufferers, for alleviation of uneven terrain Ford also provided a quartet of FOX shock absorbers. As befits a car of this caliber, four-wheel drive is standard and supported by a gearbox. differential lock on front and rear axles and a choice of seven driving modes.
Inside the driver and front passenger are waiting for sports seats, in the design of the dashboard at Ford modeled on airplanes, elements in orange provide some additional sportiness. Let’s also mention the 12,4-inch digital dashboard, the 12-inch vertically placed screen infotainment system and Bang & Olufsen audio system with ten speakers.
New Ford Ranger Raptor will begin its sales journey in Europe at the end of the summer, with a diesel model to follow next year.