Ford Ranger Raptor 2023: A pure aggressive beauty

Ford ranger raptor front view

Short Note

The 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor’s design is comparable to those of the Maverick and F-150. With a prominent honeycomb grille dominating the front and ‘Ford’ in hefty block writing, this research crystal ball forecasts real beast appearance. A trapezoidal steel bumper with improved approach angles and color-coded recovery spots is located farther down.

The 2023 Ranger is a tougher, more confident vehicle than its predecessor. The bigger, squared-off hood and broader grille look aggressive, which is exactly what truck buyers want.

Twin bars, identical to those featured on the smaller Maverick, go through the grille and into the curved, ‘C-clamp’ headlights. Matrix LED headlights will be available for the first time, possibly in the United States as well. The wheel arches are more visible than before, but the rear-end appearance is unremarkable.

Ford ranger raptor front view

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Stylish design

However, it’s a stylish vehicle that should appeal to a wide range of purchasers. As is customary, various trims, such as the Wildtrak, are distinguished by distinctive wheels and more rugged cladding.

Ford ranger raptor wheels

Specifications

An automatic transmission with 10 gears is standard on the 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor. This is the same transmission that comes with a large portion of Ford’s most recent lineup.

Engine/Drivetrain

  • 2956cc 6-Cylinder twin turbo petrol
  • 292kW / 583Nm
  • 10-Speed automatic transmission
  • Low-range 2H/4H/4L
  • Factory rear differential lock
  • 4WD / 4×4
  • Fox 2.5 Live Valve Shocks
  • Terrain Management System (7 modes)
  • Full underbody protection

Exterior

  • Black
  • 17″ Ford Alloys in black
  • Maxxis Razr A/T Tyres
  • C-Clamp Matrix LED Headlights with Daytime running lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Raptor branded running boards
  • Flares
  • Towbar with integrated trailer brake controller
  • Dual rear exhaust with Quiet, Normal, Sport and Baja mode

Ford ranger raptor rear view

Ford ranger raptor fox suspension

Interior/Technology

  • Raptor leather trim with contrast Code Orange stitching
  • Heated front seats
  • Integrated 12-inch Portrait LCD Touchscreen
  • Blind Spot Monitoring (BLIS with Trailer Coverage and Cross Traffic Alert (CTA)
  • Wireless phone charging pad
  • Sync 4A w wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
  • Bluetooth phone and music
  • Navigation
  • 360 camera
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Fully auto park assist
  • Adaptive cruise control w collision alert
  • Universal brake control
  • Dual Zone Climate Control

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