The Ford Ranger Raptor has formally touched down in Europe, permitting patrons on the Previous Continent to see what the succesful pickup truck is all about.
Simply as in different markets, together with Australia, the Ranger Raptor is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6. Nevertheless, whereas this engine churns out a cool 392 hp (292 kW) and 430 lb-ft (583 Nm) of torque in Australia, in Europe it’s capped at 288 hp and 362 lb-ft (491 Nm). That is due to stricter emissions requirements within the European Union.
Whereas energy and torque from the engine have been restricted, Ford has outfitted the brand new Ranger Raptor with an electronically-controlled lively exhaust system that gives Quiet, Regular, Sport, and Baja sound profiles.
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Any Ford with ‘Raptor’ in its identify must be a succesful off-roader so vital upgrades have been made to the suspension. It incorporates light-weight aluminum higher and decrease management arms, long-travel entrance and rear suspension, and a refined Watt’s hyperlink rear finish. It additionally options Fox 2.5-inch Dwell Valve inside bypass shock absorbers which are full of Teflon-infused oil to scale back friction.
Additional including to the pickup’s off-road credentials is a full-time four-wheel drive system with an electronically-controlled on-demand two-speed switch case. Entrance and rear locking differentials are additionally featured. Seven completely different drive modes can be found, consisting of Regular, Sport, Slippery, Rock Crawl, Sand, Mud/Ruts, and Baja.
Similar to in different markets, the Ford Ranger Raptor might be completed in certainly one of seven exterior colours, together with Code Orange or Conquer Gray. It additionally options 17-inch alloy wheels as customary which are wrapped in Raptor-exclusive all-terrain efficiency tires. A set of matrix LED headlights come customary alongside LED daytime working lights.
A large number of equipment will likely be out there to European patrons. These embody a two-person roof tent from ARB that has a built-in mattress, 5 home windows, and zippered insect screens.
