THE Next-Generation Ford Ranger Raptor has arrived in Mzansi.
According to Ford, it’s built to dominate in the desert, master the mountains and rule everywhere in between.
The second-generation Ranger Raptor raises the off-road performance bar as a bakkie built for true enthusiasts.
Developed by Ford Performance, the Next-Gen Ranger Raptor is the ultimate performance derivative of the Next-Generation Ranger that was launched in Mzansi in December 2022.
With smarter technology controlling tougher, next-generation hardware, the latest model blends raw power with mechanical and technical precision to create the most advanced Ranger yet.
“The outgoing Ranger Raptor that we launched locally in 2019 created an entirely new segment for performance bakkies. It has been exceptionally popular, maintained strong sales demand through its lifespan and remains without rivals four years later. And now, the Next-Gen Ranger Raptor completely rewrites the rulebook yet again, elevating performance and capability to new heights, both on and off-road,” said general manager for marketing at Ford South Africa, Doreen Mashinini.
“Ford’s development team raised an already high bar to entirely new heights with the Next-Gen Ranger Raptor by focusing on delivering a vehicle that is significantly more powerful, much faster, designed to conquer even more challenging terrain, tougher than ever and has more aggressive and purposeful looks to match,” Mashinini said.
“Although customers may have expected improved performance from the Next-Gen Ranger Raptor, few would have predicted the enormous leap we’ve made with the introduction of the twin-turbo 3.0L V6 engine, and a raft of changes to the chassis, suspension, steering and drive modes,” Mashinini said.
The biggest news for performance fans is the introduction of a new twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre EcoBoost V6 petrol engine, producing 292kW and 583Nm andnearly doubling the power output compared to the previous Ranger Raptor from 157kW, while adding an extra 83Nm of torque.
The twin-turbo 3.0-litre EcoBoost V6 engine boasts a compacted graphite-iron cylinder block, which is around 75% stronger and up to 75% stiffer than the iron used in traditional castings.
Mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission, each is gear programmed with its own boost profile, the Next-Gen Ranger Raptor’s new engine delivers effortless acceleration on tarmac, gravel, dirt, mud and sand.
The Next-Gen Ranger Raptor has a unique chassis compared to Next-Gen Ranger.
A series of unique mounts and reinforcements for elements including the C-pillar, load box and spare wheel, as well as unique frames for the jounce bumper, shock tower and rear shock bracket, all combine to ensure Next-Gen Ranger Raptor can handle punishing off-road conditions.
Pricing
Ranger Raptor 3.0L V6 EcoBoost 4WD 10AT - R1 094 900
