Auto Ford is marketing its brand new Ranger and we have already got to know its most muscular version: the Raptor, the second of the name. A model with exceptional road and especially off-road capabilities…
Launch slideshow Ford Ranger Raptor — DR
With its new headlights featuring a unique light signature; C-shaped LED, the new Ranger is more massive on the road. And it’s even more true on this Raptor version. the imposing black grille crossed out with the Ford inscription in full, and the body-built fenders lined with additional protections. The reshaped bumpers, the black rear arch or the specific running board are also part of the features provided as standard on the Raptor. As before, this exclusive version will only be offered on the double-cab body, 5.36 long, whose tipper can carry 652 kg.
Ford Ranger Raptor – DR
Sporty and well built
This new generation of the Ford Ranger marks a clear trend towards; technology, in any case on this Raptor version and its future top-of-the-range finishes. This is immediately noticeable to edge where a large screen arranged vertically replaces the center console. It’s therefore through him that all of the vehicle’s functions will pass, to the notable exception of the air conditioning which fortunately retains its own control module. The driver is entitled to; digital instrumentation, the display of which will vary according to the vehicle settings.
Ford Ranger Raptor – DR
This cabin is still spacious enough for four or even five adults, who will be immersed in a resolutely sporty universe. Witness the semi-bucket seats, which provide excellent support in all conditions, and its pretty magnesium gear change paddles which allow manual control of the automatic gearbox. ten reports.
Ford Ranger Raptor – DR
Unstoppable!
Unique fact on a pick-up sold in Europe – if one Except for RAMs and other imported models – this Raptor is equipped with of a petrol engine. With a cylinder capacity of 3 litres, it develops 292 hp and offers truly sporty performance: 7.9 s to go from 0 to 100 bhp. 100 km/h.
The road dynamism is therefore real and the performances impressive, underlined by the musicality. throaty sound of the active exhaust, configurable according to four sound levels. Only off-road tires reach their limit of grip quickly enough.
Ford Ranger Raptor – DR
But it’s obviously especially when you move away from the asphalt that the Raptor shows itself the most to the point. its advantage. In addition to its unique suspensions at wide travel, it has seven pre-set driving modes and a full range of electronic assistants to tackle all types of terrain (mud, sand, rock, etc.). During our test, nothing seemed to be able to stop it, nor the rocks to stop it. climb, nor the impressive slopes, nor even the crossings of fords, the depth of which can reach 85 cm.
Ford Ranger Raptor – DR
The most amazing thing is without a doubt the speed at the top. which it is able to evolve on dirt and gravel tracks, its « Baja » and its suspensions released to the maximum then absorb without flinching all the bad treatment while preserving the comfort of the passengers. Features that justify a selling price also higher than other models in the category: more than 68,000€ including VAT.