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2021 Ford F-150 Raptor The all-new F-150 Raptor boasts important suspension upgrades, but an engine swap will wait until next year s Raptor R model.
Ford established the factory desert racer pickup category when it launched the F-150 Raptor in 2009 and the company is upping its game in that segment with the introduction of the third-generation Raptor based on the latest F-150 foundation.
“Raptor is the original desert truck. We just took it to another level,” said Ali Jammoul, Ford Performance vehicle program director. “The all-new Raptor splices high-speed off-road performance muscle with advanced technology and connectivity.”
Ford defied expectations, at least for now, by sticking with the EcoBoost twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 for power after the company introduced a big block 7.3-liter overhead valve V8 for the Super Duty pickups. It turns out that V8 fans will have to wait until 2022 for a V8-powered Raptor R.
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Ford has launched the new Ranger Raptor the toughest and most high-performing version ever of Europe’s best-selling pick-up.
Developed by Ford Performance for the true enthusiast off-roader, the first-ever Ranger Raptor is now available to thrill-seeking customers in Ireland. The new Ranger Raptor is powered by a Bi-turbo version of Ford’s 2.0 litre EcoBlue diesel engine that delivers 213 PS and 500 Nm of torque, and is mated to Ford’s new 10-speed automatic gearbox.
Imposing Dimensions
The commanding presence delivered by the ultimate Ranger’s imposing dimensions and extreme styling is supported by a unique Ford Performance chassis optimised for high-speed off-road driving and go-anywhere capability.