2023 Ford Ranger unveiled the next-generation Ranger Raptor in February 2022, and it’s been the talk of the town ever since. While this is a huge improvement over the previous model,
The highlight is that it will be coming to the US and Canada – two countries where the Ranger Raptor has been banned for a long time. It looks like Ford has finally realized that there is a demand for off-road mid-size beasts in these countries.
Now that we know it’s coming here, let’s talk about the truck itself. Ford has finally moved it to the new platform after basing it on the T6 architecture for 11 years.
The new Ford Ranger Raptor 2023 also comes with an improved suspension setup, updated exterior aesthetics, and interior features, and even features a V-6 engine under the hood. There are plenty of other changes too, and here’s everything you need to know about the next-generation Ford Ranger Raptor 2023:
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With a twin-turbo V6 petrol power, more advanced off-road suspension, and a long list of technical upgrades, the next-generation Ford Ranger Raptor promises to raise the benchmark for pick-up performance.
The 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor has been revealed ahead of the arrival of the Australian 2023 Ford Ranger showroom later this year.
As widely speculated, the new model is powered by the same 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 petrol engine as the Ford Explorer ST performance SUV in the US.
However, this version of the engine has been developed uniquely for the Ford Ranger Raptor and is equipped with anti-lag technology, which keeps the turbo running for up to three seconds even after lifting the throttle, for instant response in performance mode.
With an output of 292kW/583Nm, Ford has finally answered the call for more ruggedness after the original 2018 Ford Ranger Raptor was criticized for being underpowered with its 2.0-liter twin-turbo four-cylinder (157kW/500Nm) diesel.
These numbers will make the 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor the fastest and most powerful vehicle in its class.
While the performance figures haven’t been published yet, it’s expected to dash 0 to 100 km/h in under 7.5 seconds – thanks to epic power and a 10-speed automatic. It might even fit into a six-second bracket, even though it weighs an estimated 2.4 tons.
In comparison, the current Volkswagen Amarok turbo diesel V6 and eight-speed automatic did 0 to 100km/h in the 7.8 seconds tested.
For now, it appears that Ford has no plans to introduce a new-generation diesel Ranger Raptor, meaning customers will likely pay more.
The claimed maximum output is rated using premium unleaded 98 octanes; The Ford Ranger Raptor’s new twin-turbo V6 petrol takes a premium of at least 95-octane unleaded.
Pricing hasn’t been announced yet, but the new model is expected to cost a bit more than today’s version which is priced at $79,390 plus on-road costs, or about $85,000 drive.
The next-generation Ford Ranger Raptor will arrive in Australia in late 2022 – pending a delay – months after the new Ford Ranger lineup arrives in mid-2022.
Like the rest of the Ford Ranger lineup, the Raptor gets several safety and technology upgrades – such as blind-spot warning and rear traffic warning. And the new Raptor will also get radar cruise control, a feature that the previous model didn’t have.
More good news: The new Ford Ranger Raptor will have a state-of-the-art four-wheel-drive system that can switch from two-wheel drive to all-wheel drive – and can be driven all-wheel drive on closed roads for improved grip, especially in wet weather.
The previous Ford Ranger Raptor could only be operated with two-wheel drive on closed roads, making it difficult on wet roads thanks to the rugged off-road rubber.
The highly regarded BF Goodrich KO2 tires are carried over from before but have been adjusted to fit the new “adaptive” Fox shock absorbers.
While we now know for sure what’s under the hood of the new Ford Ranger Raptor, its consumption remains predictable until Ford releases official lab-tested figures.
It can be assumed that the new model will use more fuel than the current generation diesel-powered Ranger Raptor.
The twin-turbo V6 peak power and torque figures are achieved when running on 98RON fuel, but the V6 Ranger Raptor has the minimum recommended octane rating for 95RON petrol.
It can run at 95 premium unleaded because, for now, examples sold in Australia will not be equipped with a gasoline particulate (PPF) filter.
Petrol V6 Ranger Raptors will be equipped with a gasoline particulate filter (PPF) in other countries, while some regions will offer the new Ranger Raptor with a smaller, less powerful 2.0-liter twin-turbo diesel engine from 2023 onwards.
Using familiar suspension geometries such as the rear Watt linkage, 2.5-inch (64mm) Fox shock absorbers, 33-inch (838mm) BF Goodrich KO2 all-terrain tires – along with coil springs and disc brakes (carryover) all around – the Ford Ranger The Raptor 2023 promises to be a more powerful four-wheel-drive vehicle, both on and off the road.
The wheels retain the off-road-friendly 17-inch diameter, and Ford introduced optional Beadlock-enabled wheels for hardcore enthusiasts who want to run ultra-low tire pressure off-road. Using these wheels and the Ford Performance locking ring, the outer bead can be locked mechanically to the wheel.
However, the wheels can only be used off-road in this disguise, as such arrangement of wheels and tires is illegal – with the outer bead mechanically locked to the wheel – on public roads in Australia.
However, nothing is stopping you from buying optional Beadlock-enabled alloy wheels and using them on the road just for display – but using standard tire gear.
While the new Fox shock absorbers have the same 2.5-inch external diameter and internal bypass as the previous Ranger Raptor, Fox’s Live Valve technology is now used. This makes for adaptive shock absorbers, much like you’d find in a luxury, high-performance car – except, in this case, shock absorbers are here to further enhance off-road capability.
The Ranger Raptor has the same 2500kg towing capacity as the current model, a net ton less than the regular Ford Ranger and most other dual cabs in its class. And while we don’t know the exact payload yet, we expect it to be similar to the current model’s 750-kilogram rating.
The new-generation Ranger Raptor will get two tow hooks on each end, which are rated for off-road use – as per the current model. Having two points means users can share the load at each point, using an equalizer strap.
In terms of dimensions, the Ford Ranger Raptor takes the same 50mm wheelbase extension as the rest of the Ranger family, which is achieved by shifting the front wheels forward. The wheel trajectory remains the same at 1710mm, although the normal Ranger wheel trajectory is increased by 50mm for the new generation.
This means that the Ford Ranger Raptor doesn’t look as aggressive or as wide as the current generation model, as the width difference between the two models is reduced by 50mm (to 100mm).
The length, width, and overall height of the 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor remain more or less the same as the current model.
Inside, special upgrades for the Ranger Raptor include a 12-inch touchscreen, a 12.4-inch instrument display with a custom Raptor display, unique sports seats inspired by jet fighters, Code Orange accents (new ‘hero’ external color shown in this image), and a drive mode selector that offers seven profile options.
2023 Ford Ranger News
The 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor is just around the corner! It slipped around the corner.
Ford has announced the rugged Ranger Raptor will launch on February 22, 2022, at 18:00 AEDT on its Facebook and YouTube channels.
The next-generation Raptor will build on the foundations laid by the previous model and is expected to be more off-road capable, and more fun on it.
Ford says it’s “the most powerful factory-built Ranger Raptor ever”, although it hasn’t said how much power it will produce.
The outgoing Ranger Raptor is powered by a bi-turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel engine that produces 157kW and 500Nm. Based on the teaser, we expect the next Raptor to feature petrol power.
Ford has remained tight-lipped about the details of the Ranger Raptor, including what’s under the hood, but in the video, there’s a distinct sound of V6 petrol from the car.
This engine record is the same as it played out after the mainline Ranger global reveal in November 2021.
Expected to power the next-generation Ranger Raptor is a 3.0-liter EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 petrol engine.
This version of the engine is used in the off-roader Bronco Raptor, where it will produce over 298kW of power and is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission and full-time all-wheel drive.
Another version of this engine produces 300kW of power and 563Nm of torque in the Ford Explorer ST SUV sold in the US, also mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Along with the announcement of the global reveal date, Ford also revealed a teaser image of the Ranger Raptor and a short video of it undergoing prototype testing.
It’s not clear what kind of off-road hardware the Raptor will have, but a teaser video shows the front suspension components in practice.
There’s also a brief cabin snippet in the teaser which shows the Ranger Raptor has a digital instrument cluster, much like the next-generation lineup, as well as a paddle shifter behind the wheel.
The teaser image shows the red Ranger Raptor from behind being dislodged in some dirt with a large amount of dust covering the vehicle itself.
From what one can see, there are distinct Blue Oval and Raptor badges on the tailgate, along with flared wheel arches, and cameras in the rearview mirror.
There are still a lot of details to confirm about the next-generation Raptor, but we know sales of the mainstream range will start in mid-2022 for Australia.
At launch, the core range of the 2022 Ford Ranger will feature three turbo-diesel engines.
The base model will be offered with a single-turbo 2.0-liter diesel engine, while a 2.0-liter bi-turbo engine will be used.
Gone are the 3.2-liter five-cylinder engines offered on the current model. At the top of the range, Ford offers a 3.0-liter turbo-diesel V6 with an as-yet-undisclosed output.
2023 Ford Ranger Raptor
Australia’s 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor, in the second half of the year with a price tag expected to hit $90,000 or more, the flagship high-performance version of the new generation Ranger P703 pick-up will hit the gravel with its hot speed and state-of-the-art chassis. go with it.
While Ford declined to name an acceleration time, we understand the all-new, all-new, twin-turbo V6 EcoBoost 3.0-liter petrol powertrain that exclusively belongs to the Raptor (for now) pushes the twin-cabin truck by around 2500kg to 100km/h in under 5.5. seconds, placing him in the league with some of the fastest Australian engineers ever.
with the engine used in the closely related North American market Ford Bronco Raptor 300kW-plus, local emission requirements saw maximum power and torque output drop to 292kW and 583Nm respectively – and those figures were only possible using 98 RON premium unleaded petrol. . They come down even further running on the unleaded RON 91 standard.
However, with the aid of a specially tuned 10R60 10-speed torque-converter automatic transmission, smaller tires (33 inches rather than 37 inches), less mass, and a lower center of gravity, the Ranger Raptor is reportedly faster than its US cousin.
Among other advancements, the new twin-turbo V6 offers an “anti-lag” system that makes the turbo spin in the right place to avoid the momentary delay that is commonly experienced after the driver steps on the accelerator pedal.
The engine is a dramatic departure from the 157kW/500Nm 2.0-liter twin-turbo four-cylinder diesel engine that has been the only engine option on the Ranger Raptor since its launch in 2018.
It’s also just one of many reasons why the new entrant’s asking price is likely to jump from the existing model’s $79,390 before on-road costs.
Again, there’s a 10-speed torque converter automatic with paddle shifters, but this time the P703 Raptor uses a variation of the new T6.2 Ranger Wildtrak permanent four-wheel-drive system, which features an on-demand electronic two-speed drive system. transfer case, as well as front and rear locking differentials.
Ford considers trying to expand the Raptor’s capabilities both on and off the track, using seven driving modes – three for on-road (featuring Normal, Sport and Slippery) and four for off-road (Rock Crawl, Sand, Mud/Ruts, and Steel).
New Baja: in essence, it enables high-speed off-road performance, like a rally engine designed for rough terrain.
Plus, for a theatrical addition, there’s an active exhaust valve that amplifies the tone of the twin-turbo V6 engine according to the mode selected. There are four pretty self-explanatory settings: Silent, Normal, Sport, and Steel – with the latter “intended for off-road use only”, according to Ford.
As explained when the T6.2 Ranger made its global debut late last year, the platform underneath and the Raptor is a third-generation three-part framework, co-developed but also substantially different from the US market Ranger. This allows for suspension variations at the rear, adjustable wheelbase in the center, and engine modularity at the front.
Like the new Ranger, the Raptor’s wheelbase is 50mm longer than before, with the extra length meant to push the front wheels out, accompanied by a corresponding increase in track width. While the overall length remains the same, the shorter overhang promises better off-road clearance.
However, the Raptor’s stair frame chassis is different, with extra reinforcement added to the rear roof pillars, load box, spare wheel, and suspension – including around the bumper, shock tower, and rear shock bracket.
While looking similar on paper, the Raptor’s front wishbone coil-sprung and watt’s link coil-sprung rear suspension system have been completely redesigned, offering extended travel for greater articulation, as well as top and bottom aluminum control arms for extra strength without being overweight. body.
And then there’s the new Fox 2.5 Live Valve internal bypass shock absorbers with electronic dampers, which tweak compression according to road/terrain conditions to provide everything from increased comfort and control on the road to better wrinkle and off-road trail absorption.
Fox shocks are equipped with Bottom-Out Control which provides maximum damping force for the final 25 percent of compression.
Other chassis-related advancements include increased underbody protection, with a front bash plate that’s nearly double the size of the regular Ranger. With this and the engine bottom cover and transfer box,
Twin rated tow hooks front and rear for greater flexibility in case of a crash, and a new off-road cruise control system known as Trail Control which works under 32km/h so the driver can concentrate on Steering through challenging terrain, the new Raptor is designed to be even better off the beaten track.
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Speaking of steering, the electric rack and pinion steering system have also been completely re-engineered on the latest model. The all-new hydroformed front end allows for much more effective engine cooling as well as air conditioning performance. And there are better airflow properties when accessories are attached.
While the four-wheel disc brakes are essentially leftovers from before, the anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control software have been recalibrated for better off-road performance. The overall weight goes up between 30 to 80kg depending on the specifications.
As reported late last year, the Ranger (as well as the Raptor) sport a bolder and bolder front-end design that is in line with current Ford US truck thinking as seen in the latest F-Series trucks. Another gift is the letter ‘FOR-D’ on the nose.
The Raptor introduces ‘C-clamp’ LED Matrix adaptive headlights to its dual-cab series for better projection performance and safety, paired with similarly styled LED taillights. The grille adheres to a horizontal theme with full mesh inserts, there is a split-bumper style with body-colored brows and dual integrated tow hooks.
Additional Raptor-specific design items are functional hood ventilation and front guard, perforated side steps, wider rear box section with more pronounced wheel arches, and Precision Gray rear bumper with dual exhaust vents for a full twin exhaust system and integrated step pads.
It looks like the Ranger and Raptor share less body panel emphasis than you might think. Only the tailgate, roof, and doors are shared with the Ranger.
Like the latter, the Raptor’s interior is a huge leap forward compared to the previous model.
Key differences alongside the Ranger include the so-called ‘jet fighter’ inspired front sports seats that promise next-level support (if not the pilot ejector system), more reinforced rear seats, as well as luxuries such as ambient lighting, leather sports steering wheel, magnesium paddle shifters.
12.4-inch digital instrumentation cluster, 12.0-inch portrait touchscreen with Ford Sync 4A multimedia system, wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging, and Bang & Olufsen premium audio.
Ford also reckons the new Raptor will be much quieter, smoother, and more beautiful to look at inside than the outgoing version.
Lastly, there are two models of 17-inch alloy wheels – one offering the optional Beadlock Capable Wheels – with both sporting BF Goodrich All-Terrain KO2 tires.
Ford started working on the new Raptor in 2016, to make a more capable all-in-one package. Hot weather testing was conducted in the Northern Territory, with additional evaluations conducted in Dubai (for sand/desert performance), New Zealand (cold weather), and North America (for powertrain calibration).
Further details, including specific driver assistance systems, fuel consumption, emission ratings, crash test performance, safety specifications, equipment levels, and accessory availability, will be announced closer to the Raptor’s release date.
2023 Ford Ranger XL
The XLT provides some extra storage space with a fold-up bench and an under-seat storage area. The XL Ranger Ford has a basic AM/FM radio. XLT gives you enhanced stereo. Both models have a six-speaker sound system.
2023 Ford Ranger Tremor
The Tremor package just debuted in the 2021 Ford Ranger, serving as the most hardcore off-road capable Ranger in the US until the Ranger Raptor arrives for the next generation.
It makes sense that Ford would want to continue offering the Tremor package on the next-gen Ranger, as it sits neatly between the FX4 package and the more hardcore and expensive Ranger Raptor.
Like the Ranger Raptor prototypes we’ve seen, the Ford Ranger Tremor 2023 prototype is covered in heavy camouflage that disguises much of its appearance.
However, we do get a peek at the truck’s new headlight design, which appears to adopt the inverted C-shape featured on the 2021 Ford F-150 and the upcoming Ford Maverick compact pickup.
The Tremor prototype rides on the same Raptor-style wheels as the current model and is otherwise very similar in size and shape to the current-generation Ranger. But that’s not surprising given that the next-generation Ranger will use a modified version of the Ford T6 platform that underpins the current-generation Ranger and 2021 Ford Bronco.
It’s currently unclear what engines will be available in the next-generation Ford Ranger, but rumors from last spring suggest that it could feature plenty of options in that regard, at least in Australia and other parts of the world outside the US. powered by Ford’s 2.7L EcoBoost V6.
2023 Ford Ranger Wildtrak
Kleber Silva from Brazil, aka kdesignag on social media, naturally took the official image of the new Ford Ranger Wildtrak is an accessible template. Everything was then raised to the level of the classic Raptor with help from America’s bigger pickup truck sibling – the all-powerful F-150.
the design doesn’t leave anything to be desired, like previous attempts. Maybe because pixel master is also trying to give us a lot of POV with the Ranger Raptor both in action and still. However, there is no cockpit footage joining them.
2023 Ford Ranger Sport
The next Ranger Raptor will get the Bronco Raptor part-time four-wheel-drive system with three drive modes and a two-speed transfer case.
Whatever the engine, the Ranger Raptor 10-speed torque converter automatic transmission will be familiar. And yes, a manual option is not expected, in a move that will mirror the Bronco Raptor and T6.2 Ranger Power Stroke.
The Ranger T6.2 is set to get the usual Raptor treatments, including an overhauled off-road suspension, unique front fascia, prominent fender flares, chunky wheel and tire package, custom decals, and a sport version of the steering wheel. and the front seat.
2023 Ford Ranger XLT
The XLT trim provides premium fabric upholstery and adds a dual-zone automatic temperature control. The Ranger Lariat gives you leather seats, a steering wheel, and door inserts, plus heated and power-adjustable front seats.
2023 Ford Ranger Extended Cab
The Ford Ranger is a midsize pickup truck offered as an auxiliary cab (SuperCab) with a 6-foot bed or a crew cab (SuperCrew) with a 5-foot bed.
2023 Ford Ranger Specs
The new Ford Ranger 2023 will likely come standard with a 2.3-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine. A hybrid version of this engine is also available for additional fuel efficiency on the road. The truck is expected to get an average of 270 horsepower.
2023 Ford Ranger Spy Shots
The Ford Ranger may seem like a relatively new truck in the United States, having been around since 2019MY, but Australia has had its T6-generation midsize pickup for about a decade, a twin to the previous-generation Mazda BT-50.
That means it’s time for a new iteration of the workhorse, which will probably debut in the first months of 2022 given how the Blue Oval has teased it.
Meanwhile, there’s no shortage of spy shots as new images have emerged to show not one, but three different trim levels of the truck. We were told by the folks at Ranger6G that the 2022 Ranger is shown here (from left to right) in XLT, FX4, and Wildtrak trims.
Of the three, only the XLT available for trucks currently sold in the United States is a mid-level version, between the base XL and the top-spec Lariat. This isn’t the only trim missing in North America as we also, unfortunately, didn’t get the Raptor.
Since the truck is still heavily camouflaged, the differences between the three are not as clear-cut, although the Wildtrak appears to have distinct headlights, a honeycomb pattern for the front grille, and roof rails. The FX4 has chrome accents around the fog lamps and a different wheel design compared to the XLT.
The general impression we get is a Maverick-style front view, which can be both good and bad depending on whether you’re a fan of the way Ford designs its smallest trucks.
Alternatively, the next Amarok will look very different although it will borrow basics from Ranger as part of the bond between VW and Ford, with the former sharing the MEB platform with the latter for a compact EV.
Keep in mind that while the Ranger is weeks or months away from launching, we’ve heard through the grapevine that the US-spec model won’t enter production until May 1, 2023, before dealers will be selling it a few months. later.
It is supposed to have an eight-year life cycle and offer a high-performance version of the Raptor in North America, but not the current truck torque diesel as it is expected to have V6 petrol.
2023 Ford Ranger Interior
The cabin looks different from the model it replaces. The automaker has packed a fighter jet-inspired sports seat to ensure you stay in place when you’re driving through tough corners or roads.
The exclusive Ford Performance Code Orange coloration has been used throughout the cabin. You can see this color accent on the instrument panel, trim, and seats. You also get ambient lighting.
Step into the cockpit and you’ll be greeted by a leather sports heated steering wheel with magnesium paddle shifters behind it. Behind this chunky steering wheel is a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster.
There’s a 12-inch touchscreen on the center console and it’s powered by Ford’s SYNC 4A infotainment system. It supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. For you audiophiles, there’s a 10-speaker B&O sound system.
2023 Ford Ranger Exterior
Since it is based on the 2022 Ranger, the changes are only specific to the Raptor. It looked fatter and bigger, but it wasn’t a completely different beast; which wasn’t Ford’s intention either. The front fascia features the Raptor’s signature grille with the letters FORD.
There are C-clamp headlights, a design that evolved from the Maverick. You get matrix LED headlights and DRLs here.
Ford has chosen some aero elements here. You also get air vents that work to dissipate hot air. The off-road version of the Ranger is equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Raptor-exclusive all-terrain performance tires. In addition, the Ranger Raptor is also equipped with aluminum side ladders.
Things on the back are not much different when compared to the standard Ranger. However, the novelties here include the Precision Gray rear bumper which features an integrated step pad and towbar.
The towbar is tucked high and won’t compromise the angle of departure. LED taillights complement the headlights. You also get two tow hooks on the front and back.
2023 Ford Ranger Dimensions
Ford hasn’t revealed the off-road dimensions and figures yet, but here are the numbers for the 2022 Ranger Raptor, for your reference. We don’t expect the new Ranger Raptor figures to be much different from these numbers.
The 2022 Ford Ranger Raptor measures 212.5 inches long, 79.8 inches wide and 73.7 inches high. The wheelbase is 126.8 inches and lies 11.1 inches above the ground. The front and rear tracks are 67.3 inches wide, while the front and rear overhangs are 35.7 and 50 inches, respectively.
As for off-road angles and shots, the 2022 Ranger Raptor has an approach angle of 32.5 degrees, and a departure and break angle of 24 degrees each. The water immersion depth is rated at 33.5 inches.
Ford Ranger 2023 Engine
There’s no longer a twin-turbocharged 2.0-liter diesel shared with other Ranger models (at least in Australia, other markets will continue with the 2.0-liter diesel). A turbocharged petrol V6 debuted for the Ranger Raptor, distinguishing the powertrain from the rest of the Ranger line and delivering a major performance boost.
With 292kW (392hp) at 5650rpm and 583Nm of torque at 3500rpm, the 3.0-liter V6 Ecoboost petrol engine on the Ranger Raptor 2023 shows an 86 percent increase in power and a 16 percent increase in torque over its predecessor.
It beats the Ram 1500 by one kilowatt, and the Volkswagen Amarok 580 by three Newton meters. It should be noted that the Raptor’s peak power and torque figures are achieved only when using 98RON premium unleaded gasoline.
This twin-turbo V6 petrol engine has the potential to dramatically improve the 0 to 100km/h time from the previous generation, which was less than 10.5 (or more) seconds. Unlike the current-generation Ranger Raptor, the new Raptor should have no problem lowering power with four wheels driven. More on that later.
The 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 petrol engine is a derivative of the engine used in the large US Ford Explorer ST SUV and some Lincoln luxury vehicles. It is a development of the smaller 2.7-liter V6 petrol engine, used in the Bronco and F-150 in the United States.
The engine block is made of solidified iron graphite, which is an anomaly for gasoline-powered engines. This material is used for strength, as well as heat resistance. Most other gasoline engines today (as well as some diesel engines) use aluminum to save weight.
Ford tells us that this compacted iron graphite is 75 percent stiffer than ancient cast iron.
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The twin turbochargers deliver compressed air into six cylinders in a parallel format, each serving three cylinders.
The turbocharger is on the outside of the engine for Ford engines, unlike the ‘hot-vee’ configuration which has successive turbochargers nestled between the edges, as is common among European brands.
Peak power comes in at 5650rpm and the maximum available torque at 3500rpm suggests that this is a machine all about mid-range boost, not top-end antics.
Only after driving will we know how flexible and flexible the engine is for different driving scenarios – but overseas reviews of a similarly armed Explorer ST show promising prospects.
Flexibility will be helped by the anti-lag system, which will only operate in Steel mode. This is a technology developed in Formula One in the 1980s, allowing the engine to provide a greater response by keeping the turbocharger rotating between throttle applications.
In the case of the 2023 Ranger Raptor, it does so through a valve that allows air to enter the intake, keeping the turbo spinning for up to three seconds between throttle applications.
With this engine, the new Ford Ranger Raptor promises to be one of the most powerful and torque-laden four-wheel-drive vehicles available on the Australian market, except the supercharged Ram 1500 TRX which comes through authorized importers and a right-hand drive converter. Ateko Automotive.
Only a few heavy-duty vehicles like the Ram 3500 and the Chevrolet Silverado HD – with their six-plus-liter diesel engines – have the Ranger Raptor for torque.
While the 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor will continue to be built in Thailand, the new 3.0-liter engine will be supplied from the US. The factory is located in Lima, Ohio, and is a step-change to the two-liter bi-turbo engine sourced from India.
Ford Ranger 2023 Driveline, differential, and brakes
Underneath the new V6, you’ll find a 10-speed automatic transmission, similar to the current Ranger Raptor and shared across Ford and Chevrolet vehicles. After all, they joined in its development.
The gearbox – known internally as the 10R60 – has been specially tuned to suit this application, with each ratio carrying its enhancement profile.
Behind that, another major change comes in the form of a permanent all-wheel-drive system. This is a change from the part-time, shift-on-the-fly four-wheel-drive system that the current generation Ranger Raptor uses, which only allows rear-wheel drive on asphalt.
This system doesn’t use a traditional center differential as you’d find on a Toyota LandCruiser, Nissan Patrol, or Land Rover.
Instead, it uses a system designed by BorgWarner that consists of an electronically controlled clutch package, which picks up or slips to introduce more or less drive to the front axle automatically, depending on conditions.
Even with significantly less power, the current-generation Ranger Raptor can be an unexpectedly slippery experience on anything other than dry, high-traction surfaces.
Despite retaining the all-terrain tires, having all four wheels driven around the clock will make the next-generation Ranger Raptor feel much more embedded on wet asphalt.
The front and rear differentials are electronically lockable, with the front differential being a new design.
For when you need to stop, the Ford Ranger Raptor 2023 sports the same braking hardware as the current-generation Raptor. That involves the same 332mm discs front and rear, but Ford engineers say major improvements in braking performance have been noted through calibration and refinement of the ABS software.
2023 Ford Ranger Hybrid
Ford has confirmed that the Australian designed and engineered T6.2 platform is now electrified, it is only a matter of time before we see the electrified Rangers options on offer worldwide, be it in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles ( PHEV) and – ultimately – battery electric vehicles (BEV).
It’s also understood the Raptor will be one of the earliest recipients of a petrol-electric powertrain, as the redesigned 2023 model steps up as the true global flagship of the Ranger series, finally making its way to big North America for the first time. time shortly.
The increased economies of scale brought about by this move, together with increasingly stringent emissions requirements in other key markets such as Europe, have forced Ford to accelerate the development of hybrids in the Ranger in the short term, and full BEVs.
Development of the next-generation T-truck architecture planned for the all-new Ranger and F-Series trucks towards the end of the decade.
Predictably, Ford refuses to divulge any information about what the Ranger or Raptor hybrid might provide in the output bet. However, rumors suggest that the high-performance version of the PHEV can churn out more than 350kW of power and over 850Nm of torque.
The Raptor is a variation of the 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 EcoBoost PHEV, sporting an electric motor, lithium-ion battery, and 10-speed modular hybrid transmission.
The most powerful versions like those used in the Ford Explorer-based Lincoln Aviator SUV currently produce 368kW of power and 854Nm of torque, although there are lower-output versions also available in other models.
The car can cover a distance of around 35km on pure electric drive and averages just 4.2L/100km in combined hybrid mode.
Another might be a powertrain based around the new Ford F-150 3.5-liter PowerBoost V6 hybrid HEV, which in the US-spec model reaches 321kW and 773Nm. This aluminum-intensive performance truck can reach 0-100km/h in about 5.5 seconds.
Yes, both vehicles are built on a completely different platform to the T6.2 Ranger, with the Explorer/Aviator even sporting a monocoque body rather than the other body-on-frame layouts, but their powertrains have been designed for modularity so they can largely accommodate use in various vehicle architectures as needed.
there are still undisclosed petrol-electric hybrid applications under development, which could end up in mid-size pick-up trucks for Australia.
Whichever version Ford chooses for the Ranger and Raptor, its output should comfortably exceed the 292kW/583Nm 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 petrol engine announced without electrification for the Raptor 2023 late last month.
Ford hasn’t revealed what the Ranger and Everest’s new 3.0-liter V6 turbo-diesel outputs will be, but expect them not to stray too far from the 190kW and nearly 600Nm the F-150 provides with a similar version of this engine.
electrification in the Raptor (as the most expensive Ranger model of all) will help justify the $100,000-plus price estimate of the anticipated peak of the PHEV range until the BEV finally arrives, given the existing PX III Raptor Bi-Turbo and coming out with a 157kW/500Nm 2.0-liter twin turbo-diesel already starts at $80,000 before the inevitable on-road and accessory costs.
Note that the new Raptor will also again offer a 2.0-liter Bi-Turbo diesel version in some overseas territories, but not for Australia, as it will be comfortably outperformed by the lower Rangers with a turbo-diesel V6 like the new Wildtrak version.
The fact that Ranger also shares variations of the T6.2 architecture with the highly successful and closely related Bronco SUV sold in North America and elsewhere in the world (but sadly not in Australia), further spreads hybrid investment across more vehicles. in the Ford lineup.
Ford was asked about the wisdom of ditching diesel for the potentially thirsty petrol engine on the Raptor at a time of skyrocketing fuel prices and tighter emissions controls, a senior Ford engineer revealed that the answer would lie in electrification, now the T6.2 platform is electrification-ready for Ranger. new.
As mentioned in a previous article about the T6.2 on CarsGuide, Ford started working on the new Raptor in 2016, to make a more capable all-in-one package. With much of the Raptor’s unique engineering coming from the Ford Performance division, the Raptor should cement its position as a true high-performance truck in Australia.
Ford Ranger 2023 Suspension
While the three-liter V6 will no doubt be the talk of the town, the Ranger Raptor’s suspension may remain the king of the party.
Most are a built-in affair, with an extended aluminum control arm at the front and a Watt-linkage rear suspension refined for this application.
Fox’s shock absorbers remain with an outer diameter of 2.5 inches – the same size as the original (but larger) F-150 Raptor launched in the US in 2010 – and retain the same internal bypass as the previous Ranger Raptor.
This is a critical ingredient in enabling the current generation Ranger Raptor to deliver impressive off-road performance, while also maintaining good ride quality on the road.
However, additional Live Valve technology turns the Fox unit into an adaptive damper with active controls – much like modern road-focused performance cars, but for off-road use.
The suspension is a more intrinsic part of today’s vehicles; computer-controlled and takes readings from the suspension, throttle, steering, and powertrain to fine-tune and further adjust the damping.
There is an electronically controlled needle valve – which is no different from a fuel injector – which can limit or increase the flow of oil into and out of the reservoir. In essence, it can increase and decrease the amount of available damping force, when the shock absorber is compressed.
All of this technology is packaged in a prominent shock absorber body, mounted high near the piggyback reservoir at the rear. Due to the packing restraint with the front strut-based suspension, the Live Valve is positioned towards the bottom of the shock absorbers.
The oil inside the shock absorbers is impregnated with Teflon, which is used to reduce friction and reduce heat generation. Heat is the biggest drawback of shock absorber life and performance and is something that a lot of off-road shock absorbers have to deal with.
There are some real advantages to the Ranger Raptor when it comes to overcoming jumps and wrinkling. The original Ranger Raptor offered impressive control and composure over rough terrain, but this Live Valve setup has the potential to offer a lot more.
Ford tells us that shock absorbers can even reduce squat and dive under harsh acceleration and braking.
The Ford F-150 Raptor pick-up and four-wheel-drive Bronco Raptor sold overseas get larger 3.0-inch diameter shock absorbers in their latest iteration, but are paired with substantially larger 35-inch or 37-inch tires. heavier.
So while the Ranger Raptor stuck with 33-inch tires, Ford engineers saw the 2.5-inch high-performance shock absorbers as adequate for the application.
Another thing the Bronco Raptor gets – which our Ranger Raptor doesn’t have – is a front sway bar disconnection for added travel from the front suspension.
Ford Ranger 2023 Technology
While we don’t know the pricing for the 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor yet, one can rest assured that it will be the most money to spend on the Blue Oval.
To match its price tag, the Ranger Raptor will get a high-end treatment in terms of features and technology. LED lighting is used at the front and rear, with LED ‘C-clamp’ daytime running lights and matrix LED headlights.
Inside, you’ll find a dashboard dominated by a 12-inch portrait infotainment touchscreen, which houses the controls for the off-road system and differential locking, among more organized responsibilities.
The system supports software updates over the air, can communicate with owners via the Ford app, and offers wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
This is joined by a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster, which can be run through a variety of different configurations and displays.
There are three selectable driving modes for road use: Normal, Sport, and Slippery. For off-road use, there are Rock Crawl, Sand, Mud/Ruts, and Baja settings to choose from.
Along with a smoother hillside control system, there’s also what Ford calls Trail Control. It’s a self-branded off-road traction control system, similar to what Toyota and Land Rover offers.
The Ford system operates up to 32km/h, allowing the driver to focus on the steering without having to worry about acceleration or braking.
2023 Ford Ranger Manual Transmission
Does The New Ford Ranger Have A Manual Transmission When the 2021 Ford F-150 was revealed, it introduced several new and innovative features to its long-running best-selling pickup, but one thing was missing – a physical owner’s manual.
Ford Ranger 2023 MPG
- 24 mpg-city; 26-29 mpg road.
2023 Ford Ranger Price: New Ford Ranger 2023 Price
Look for the Ford Ranger 2023 which has a base price of around $28,000 for the rear-wheel-drive model in the Extended Cab format. Up top, the 2023 Ranger will hit $40,000 in trim that includes every available comfort feature, like leather seating and a larger 12-inch infotainment screen.
2023 Ford Ranger Price Australia
Because in the second half of the year with a price tag estimated to be $90,000 or more, the high-performance flagship version of the new generation Ranger P703 pick-up will hit the gravel with hot speed and a sophisticated chassis to go with it.
2023 Ford Ranger Release Date
The next-generation Ford Ranger Raptor 2023 Release Date will arrive in Australia in late 2022 – pending delays – months after the new Ford Ranger lineup arrives in mid-2022.
