Ford F-150 Raptor R Spied Already Getting A Facelift
The entire F-150 lineup is getting a mid-cycle refresh, and that includes the supercharged 700-hp off-roader. The full-size truck segment moves fast in the US. It's hard to believe the current-generation Ford F-150 is already a couple of years old, but a mid-cycle refresh for the best-selling rig is already well into the testing phase. That places the hardcore F-150 Raptor R in a strange position, as it's technically an F-150. That means it will also get a facelift despite debuting less than a year ago. These photos offer our first look at the Raptor with updated styling. Like other F-150 trims we've spied recently, the Raptor R's exterior changes will be relegated to the front and rear. Even then, the emphasis falls on the front where a larger grille exists behind the coverings. That will lead to an updated bumper, and we expect minor changes to the headlights as well. With the
The 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R may already be getting a facelift
Judging by these spy photos out of Michigan, the just-released off-road monster could be getting an early nip-and-tuck Spy shots suggest lighting changes are in store for ‘24 for the Raptor R Beyond what we can see, a revamped interior is expected The timing has us wondering: Could we see it at the Chicago Auto Show? Major truck manufacturers don’t tend to rest on their laurels for very long, often choosing to introduce a small styling tweak or powertrain tune in order to keep the rig fresh (and beat their competition over the head with a steel chair, natch). Perhaps unsurprisingly, then, it appears that Ford is deploying this trick with its just-released F-150 Raptor R. Our photographers caught this mildly camouflaged Raptor R plying the streets of Michigan, roaring about in all its V8 glory. This type of skin-tight camo on a vehicle’s front and rear ends generally suggests some mild appearance changes
2023 Ford Lobo Raptor R Costs $135,630 in Mexico, the Ram 1500 TRX Is More Affordable
Until recently, the Ram 1500 TRX served as the most powerful series-production ICE half-ton pickup in Mexico, where it costs 2,479,900 pesos. That means $131,830 at current exchange rates, which is quite a bit more than what Ram is charging stateside for its off-road performance truck. Ford can do better, though. Not only is the F-150 Raptor R more versatile off the beaten path, but it also costs a wee bit more. Marketed as the Lobo Raptor R in Mexico, the Predator-engined truck retails at 2,479,900 pesos or $135,650 at press time. Ford’s local division proudly describes it as being “la bestia mas fuerte de la galaxia” (the strongest beast in the galaxy), a description that might bring back memories of a ‘90s anime. Founded in 1925 as the country’s first automobile company, Ford of Mexico waxes lyrical about the 5.2-liter supercharged V8 that explains the R suffix of the Raptor R. From the forged steel
Why The Ford Bronco Raptor Is Stupid Fast On Any Terrain
In case the Bronco wasn't enough of an off roading monster, the Raptor model is sure to knock your socks off. In the car world, there tends to be a sense of reality. Normalcy as one may call it, the production vehicles are enough for production, and the concepts stay
2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R Races Ram 1500 TRX With 37-Inch Tires, It’s a Bit Unfair
Half-ton pickups designed for dune bashing to the tune of supercharger whine and V8 rumble. The 2023 model year Ford F-150 Raptor R and Ram 1500 TRX couldn’t be more similar, but on the other hand, one of these trucks is faster in the quarter mile. Care to guess which one? The HEMI-powered truck has the upper hand in this particular scenario, which is a bit curious given that we’re dealing with a curb weight of 6,350 pounds (2,880 kilograms) compared to 5,950 pounds (2,699 kilograms). On the other hand, it’s not exactly a surprising result given that lighter tires (35-inch-diameter rubber shoes for the Ram versus 37s for the Ford) translate to a lower moment of inertia. Rolling resistance and aerodynamic drag also have a big say from zero to the quarter mile, as do tire temperature, gearing, and – of course – the driver’s reaction. Back in November 2022, the good folks
Everything You Need To Know About The 2022 Hennessey Ford Bronco VelociRaptor 500
Texas-based tuning company Hennessey renowned for making fast cars faster takes Ford's high performance version of the Bronco to the next level. If there were ever a company you would want to modify your high horsepower American car, it's surely Hennessey. The Ford Bronco Raptor is the latest vehicle to receive the full Hennessey treatment with the Bronco VelociRaptor 500. Located in Sealy, Texas since 1991, Hennessey has been turning up the wick on Vipers, Mustangs, Corvettes, and basically any other performance car since. Though it also tinkers with European makes, most of its creations are American vehicles. The Hennessey VelociRaptor Is A D.I.N.O. (Dinosaur In Name Only) Ford's top version of the Bronco (often nicknamed 'Braptor') is already a very powerful and capable off-road SUV, but the folks at Hennessey think there's more performance to squeeze out of it. The result is the VelociRaptor 500 upgrade package which - through several engine modifications - increases the
2022 Ford Bronco Raptor With RIGID Lights Looks Ready for Nighttime Off-Roading
RIGID Industries lights may be a little more expensive than competing lights, but they’re definitely worth their money. Designed and engineered in the United States of America, these high-quality lights are compatible with many vehicles, including the most badass Ford Bronco of them all. Owned by Bronco6G member Cactus Jack, the blue-painted rig in the featured clip is rocking a couple of ditch lights connected to the AUX 2 switch. The crème de la crème is the light bar mounted on the windshield frame, right in front of the Carbonized Gray molded-in-color hard top. The light bar is connected to the AUX 3 switch. As for the AUX 1 switch, that one’s tasked with turning the front bumper-mounted fog lights on or off. Given the sticker price of the Bronco Raptor, it’s no wonder Cactus Jack decided to spend top dollar on high-quality aftermarket lights. The most off-road-capable Bronco in production today retails
Roush Performance Rolls Out Bronco Upgrade Package
The Bronco Series R Kit isn't extreme, but offers subtle mods for the 4x4. The Ford Bronco has been a darling of the automotive aftermarket since the moment the reborn SUV arrived back on showroom floors. While any number of companies offer upgraded components and full packages for off-roader, the folks at Roush Performance are finally ready to join the foray. The Michigan-based tuner has just pulled the cover off of their Bronco R Series Kit for 2021 and 2022 SUVs. Here’s everything you need to know about the upgrade package. The Roush Bronco R Series Kit includes a host of upgraded components that aim to enhance the Bronco’s stout off-road performance. The package is available for both 2.3-liter and 2.7-liter models. That really starts with the 17-inch Roush wheels, which come finished in the company’s signature Satin Iridium gray hue. Those wheels come wrapped in a set of 35-Inch
Turn Your Ford Bronco Into a Head-Turning Overlander With This $8,400 Roush R Kit
While Ford seems to be planning the next-generation Bronco, Roush has focused on the current one, launching a comprehensive bundle of upgrades for it. Named the Roush R, it gives the 4x4 a more look-at-me flair and joins the ranks of the Ranger, F-150, Super Duty, and Mustang. It can be installed at dealers, and those who are not afraid of elbow grease can take care of this aspect on their own. Priced at $8,400, the Roush R tuning kit for the sixth-gen Ford Bronco brings visual and technical upgrades. The high-capacity air-filtration system with a see-through cover is one of the novelties, as is the pre-filter with ‘R’ logo. There are new lights attached to the front pillars for increased visibility at night, and new 8.5x17-inch wheels, wrapped in 35-inch General Tire Grabber X3 Mud-Terrain tires for enhanced traction. Should it get stuck, then the recovery kit will come in handy,
Ford Bronco Raptor: Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2023 Finalist
The Ford Bronco Raptor made it to the final round of the Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2023 competition because it’s one of the most outrageously fun vehicles money can buy. It’s so much fun that we can’t balk at the $69,995 sticker price, which almost seems affordable these days. Editorial Director Marty Padgett found the Ford Bronco Raptor—which we call Braptor around here—fun when the pavement ends, saying it bedevils the dust and terrorizes all terrain. He’s right. The Braptor looks like an adult Tonka truck, with boxy lines, a wide stance, and ridiculous fender flares. Those flares are necessary to cover the long-travel Fox remote reservoir dampers and 37-inch BFGoodrich K02 all-terrain tires. The Braptor’s stance is 8.6 inches wider than a standard Bronco's, making it more than seven feet wide. It’s as wide as the Ford F-150 Raptor pickup, and nearly the width of an average parking spot. The width means that,