It’s been a few years since Ford introduced a new trim to the Ranger line, but if you've been waiting eagerly since 2019, you are in luck! In 2024, the automaker added a Raptor trim to its line up. Let’s take a look at this highly anticipated new truck on the block!
Key Takeaways:
- The 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor won’t break the bank—it starts at about $55k.
- The Raptor is an off-roading monster—it features three extra trail drive modes to get you over any rough and tumble terrain safely.
- It features a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 to give you all the power you need for work and play.
What is the MSRP of the Ranger Raptor?
The 2024 Ranger Raptor starts at about $55k. This excludes destination charges and there are options like Beadlock-capable wheels, a spray-in bedliner and Securicode keyless entry keypad that will add to the price should you choose them. If you go for the basic Ranger Raptor, you’ll still get a lot of bang for your off-roading buck!
Is the 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor a Large Vehicle?
At a little more than 79 inches wide, the Raptor is slightly bigger than the standard 2024 Ford Ranger, which is slimmer, at just 75.5 inches wide. The Raptor is long, at 210.9 inches with a 128.7-inch wheelbase.Its tires are 3 1 ⁄ 2 inches farther apart than the base trim’s, thanks in part to its long-travel suspension. Once again, the Raptor is tailor-made for off-roading.
Engine Power
The Ranger Raptor is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 generating 405 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. Its maximum towing capacity is 5,510 pounds with a 1,411 pound payload capacity. Engine response, transmission settings, ABS sensitivity and traction control calibration have all been fine tuned from ‘23.
The Raptor’s seven drive modes have been redesigned for 2024 to make your time behind the wheel that much more enjoyable.They include Normal, Sport, Tow/Haul, Slippery, Off-Road, Baja, and Rock Crawl. You have the choice of 2H, 4H, 4L, high and low range, and a central trailer tow button. The truck also features 4A mode, which allows it to automatically shift into 4WD, depending on the traction conditions.
Is the 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor Comfortable?
The Raptor’s comfy seats are leather-trimmed, and those that are in the front are heated and ventilated, with 10-way power-adjustment. Its materials are durable and it’s roomy enough for five passengers.
The Raptor has all fantastic tech features you’ve come to expect from the Ranger, including a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster, a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and a Bang and Olufsen sound system.
The exterior is snazzy too, with under-rail lighting, 110- and 12-volt outlets and multiple attachment points for aftermarket and factory add-ons to make hauling a breeze. It features the classic Ford grille and a silver skid plate. Added to this pretty package are C-shaped headlights and 33-inch all-terrain tires.
Is the 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor a Good Truck?
If you’re ready to take on any rough road and unleash the adventurer inside, you won’t have a better truck than the 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor. Your thrilling journey awaits, so come by and experience it for yourself today!