We’ve seen all the teasers but the time has finally arrived for the new-generation Ford Ranger Raptor to be unleashed!
While the new Ranger will be produced at Ford’s advanced Silverton facility right here in Mzansi when production starts later this year, the highly-anticipated Ranger Raptor will be sourced from Thailand.
From the outset, Ford’s aim was to create the most capable, high-performance mid-size bakkie on the market and with the expertise of Ford Performance, that goal has now come to fruition.
“We’ve really focused on delivering a genuine performance truck with the next-gen Ranger Raptor,” said Dave Burn, Ford Performance Chief Program Engineer for Ranger Raptor. “It’s significantly faster, looks incredible, is packed with new features and is the strongest Built Ford Tough Ranger we’ve ever made.”
The new Ranger Raptor brings more power and capability to the dirt.
The big news for the new Ranger Raptor is that it will offer significantly more power and torque than its predecessor. How does 292 kW and 583 Nm grab you? Yes, that’s 135 kW and 83 Nm more than the first-generation Ranger Raptor!
This grunt comes courtesy of Ford’s twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre V6 EcoBoost petrol engine, the same engine found under the bonnet of the Bronco Raptor and it’s beenspecifically tuned by Ford Performance. This powerplant is said to deliver an immediate response to throttle inputs and with a race-bred anti-lag systemit provides “rapid delivery of boost on demand”.
This powerful V6 engine is paired with a specifically-calibrated 10-speed automatic transmission and the Ranger Raptor will also feature an electronically-controlled active exhaust system thatcan be adjusted at the press of a button or activated when selecting a particular drive mode.
The exhaust note can be set to quiet (to keep the neighbours happy), Normal, Sport or Baja, the latter of which will produce the most potent exhaust note.
A total of 7 driving modes will also be offered on the new Ford Ranger Raptor including Normal, Rock, Slippery, Mud&Ruts, Sand, Sport and Baja.
Off-roading in the new Ranger Raptor is made easy with 7 drive modes.
While the V6-powered Ranger Raptor will top the range,a ‘baby Raptor’ will be offered in certain marketstoo and it will be powered by the familiar 2.0-litre biturbodiesel engine that currently offers 157 kW and 500 Nm. It’s not yet clear if this engine will be uprated to deliver more power and torque when it comes to market.
“We knew that customers would expect improved performance with the next-gen Ranger Raptor, but I’m not sure they’re really expecting the enormous leap we’ve made. It’s a seriously fun car to drive and I think the raw performance is going to blow them away,” said Burn.
An all-new suspension withnext-generation FOX shocks and adaptive damping has taken the Ranger Raptor to a new level of capability.
The 2022 Ford Ranger Raptor is designed for high-performance offroad driving and as such, it features a modified chassis that’s been reinforced to withstand gruelling offroad terrain.
The Ranger Raptor’s suspension has been redesigned and now features an all-new, lightweight aluminium upper and lower control arms as well as long-travel front and rear suspension as well as a refined rear Watt’s link for improved control during high-speed offroad driving.
Importantly, the new Raptor is fitted with next-generation FOX 2.5-inch Live Valve Internal Bypass shock absorbers with position-sensitive damping capability. These FOX shocks are the most sophisticated yet to appear on a Ranger Raptor and they are filled with Teflon-infused oil that reduces friction by as much as 50% compared to the current Ranger Raptor.
In the event of a severe bottom out, Fox’s race-proven Bottom-Out Control will provide maximum damping force in the last 25% of shock travel or alternatively, the rear dampers can be stiffened to enhance stability under acceleration.
The new suspension system, with active damping that adjusts automatically according to the terrain, has not only enhanced the Raptor’s offroad ability but Ford claims that on-road ride comfort has improved too.
Underbody protection includes a large bash plate made from 2.3mm thick high-strength steel as well as an engine under shield and a transfer case shield that ensures that all the import bits are protected.
Importantly, the Ranger Raptor now features a permanent four-wheel-drive for the first time as well as an all-new electronically controlled on-demand 2-speed transfer case in combination with the front and rear locking differentials, making the new Ranger Raptor a formidable offroad weapon!
“While Ranger Raptor was inspired by desert racers, it’s also a supremely capable overlanding vehicle. Out of the box we’ve created an off-road vehicle that you don’t need to modify to get you where you need to go and back again safely,” said Burn.
Fighter jet sports seats are fitted inside the Ranger Raptor.
Everything about the new Ranger Raptor is imposing as it gains a large, blocky grille with the FORD lettering emphasising its size along with a separate bumper section. The grille is nicely-framed with Matrix LED headlights with LED daytime running lights while the flared wheel arches give the Ranger Raptor some added width. The Ranger Raptor is equipped with BFGoodrich all-terrain KO2 tyres on 17-inch rims and the cast-aluminium sidesteps further add to the beefy appeal.
The interior look is complemented with F22 fighter jet-style sports seats, vertical air vents and a leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel with cast magnesium paddle shifters. A 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster as well as a vertically-orientated 12-inch infotainment system supported by SYNC4 A infotainment system is also fitted inside the new Raptor as well as a Bang & Olufsen sound system.
Two large digital screens are fitted and Ford’s latest SYNC4 A takes care of infotainment.
Production of the all-new Ford Ranger is due to start in South Africa towards the end of 2022 and logic dictates that the new Ranger Raptor will be introduced locally thereafter which means that a first-quarter 2023 introduction in South Africa is more likely.
Ford South Africa, however, has not been able to confirm exact timings at this stage and we will keep you updated as soon official timings are communicated with us. Stay tuned!
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