If you’ve been waiting since 2019 for the Ford Ranger to introduce a Raptor trim, your ship—or truck —has finally come in. Let’s take a look at the long anticipated 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor, which is soon to be legendary in Ford’s automotive canon.
Key Takeaways:
- The 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor has been long-awaited since the Ranger’s reintroduction in 2019.
- The Ford Raptor starts at a reasonable $55k.
- If you’re a fan of off-roading, the Raptor features three extra drive modes to get you over rough terrain.
What is the Starting Price of the 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor?
The 2024 Ranger Raptor starts at about $55,470 (excluding destination charge) but you can expect to pay for options like Beadlock-capable wheels, a spray-in bedliner and Securicode keyless entry keypad, among others. In comparison, the F-150’s Raptor trim is about $25k more than the Ranger’s. In other words, the Ranger Raptor is a fantastic deal!
What Makes the Ford Ranger Raptor Different?
This off-road pickup has a wide-stance and is slightly bigger than the standard 2024 Ford Ranger, which is slim, at just 75.5 inches wide. The Ranger Raptor is 4.3 inches broader than the Ranger; its tires are 3 ½ inches farther apart, thanks in part to its long-travel suspension.
The Ranger Raptor is long, at 210.9 inches with a 128.7-inch wheelbase.
What Engine is Under the Hood of the 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor?
The Ranger Raptor is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6. With its long exhaust piping, it delivers 405 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque.
In ‘24 the Ranger Raptor’s seven drive modes have been redesigned to make your time behind the wheel more pleasurable than ever before. Engine response, transmission settings, ABS sensitivity and traction control calibration has all been fine tuned to get where you want to go in comfort and safety. It has the same four drive modes as the Ranger with three extra for off-roading. They include Normal, Sport, Tow/Haul, Slippery, Off-Road, Baja, and Rock Crawl.
The Raptor features five buttons (2H, 4H, 4L, high and low range) to the Ranger's four and a central trailer tow button. The Raptor also features 4A mode, which allows it to automatically shift into 4WD, in response to traction conditions.
The Ranger Raptor’s maximum towing capacity is 5,510 pounds with a 1,411 pound payload capacity
What Amenities Are Found on the 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor?
The Raptor has all the bells and whistles you expect from the Ranger line, a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster, a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Bang and Olufsen sound system, and dual glove boxes. Its seats are comfortable and relaxing, making long drives an enjoyable endeavor.
Its five-foot cab comes with under-rail lighting, 110- and 12-volt outlets and multiple attachment points for aftermarket and factory add-on to make hauling that much easier under even the lowest light. The Raptor is missing one thing that the Ranger has due to its dual exhausts—the optional bed step.
In terms of style, the Raptor features the classic “FORD” grille and a silver skid plate, with C-shaped and 33-inch all-terrain tires.
Is the 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor a Good Off-Road Vehicle?
Are you ready to unleash the adventurer within? Don’t miss the chance to command this off-roading truck on the road! Your thrilling journey awaits, so come pay us a visit at Jones Ford today!