What’s the difference between the new 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R and the regular 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor? Check out our side-by-side comparison to figure out which desert-bound, off-road-ready truck is more your style.
Price
Choose the 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor for a slightly lower price tag; this desert-racing pickup starts at $76,775. With its supercharged powertrain and various upgrades, the F-150 Raptor R is a little more expensive, with an MSRP of $109,145. Prices listed are subject to change.
Powertrains
Besides price, performance is one of the biggest differences between the F-150 Raptor and Raptor R. Although both are powerful and specially designed to race through the sands, the Raptor R ultimately takes performance to the next level.
Under the 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor hood, you’ll find:
- Turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 (450 horsepower, 510 lb-ft of torque)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Two-speed automatic four-wheel drive system with neutral towing capability
Meanwhile, the 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R delivers incredible power, upgrading your performance with a supercharged V8 engine:
- Supercharged 5.2L V8 (700 hp, 640 lb-ft)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Two-speed automatic four-wheel drive system with neutral towing capability
Off-Roading Gear
Both versions of the F-150 Raptor are ready for high-performance off-roading. And they share many of the same features, including:
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- 35-inch all-terrain tires
- Trail Control with Trail 1-Pedal Drive
- Front and rear sport-tuned Adaptive Fox Racing Shox with Live Valve technology
- Five-link rear suspension with panhard rod
- Hi-lock transfer case
- Selectable Drive Modes (Normal, Sport, Tow/Haul, Slippery, Off-Road, Baja, Rock Crawl)
- Exclusive fender flares and grille
- 36-gallon gas tank
- Six upfitter switches
In addition to its supercharged powertrain, however, the Raptor R adds to the aforementioned off-road-ready features with one major upgrade: 37-inch all-terrain tires. However, you can add these bigger tires as an option on the regular Raptor.
Comfort & Tech Features
The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor and Raptor R have many features in common. Both trucks are only available with the roomy SuperCrew cabin and the 5.5-foot bed. Inside, you’ll find quite a few luxuries, including:
- Leather upholstery
- Power-adjustable, heated and ventilated front seats
- 12-inch digital gauge cluster
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- SYNC 4 with enhanced voice recognition and 12-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot
- Interior Work Surface
- Ambient interior lighting
- Optional heated steering wheel
- Optional wireless smartphone charging pad
- Optional built-in navigation
- Optional Recaro front sport seats with leather and Alcantara suede trim with Rhapsody Blue accents
These trucks are also big on safety technology, including a range of features that can help you hitch a trailer and guide it in the right direction:
- 360-degree camera package
- Adaptive cruise control with Traffic Jam Assist
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane-keeping assist
- Reverse sensing system
- Pro Trailer Hitch Assist
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist
- Optional forward sensing system
Some of the Raptor’s optional features are standard for the Raptor R. These include the Recaro front sport seats, adorned in black leather and Alcantara suede and carbon fiber interior accents. Outside, the Raptor R features exclusive Code Orange accents and badging.
Choose Your Off-Road-Ready Truck
The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor remains a very hearty off-road truck. You’ll love its high-output turbocharged powertrain and healthy list of trail upgrades. But the 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R is even more spectacular, boosting speed, trail capabilities, and interior luxury.