What can we expect from the 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor? Ford is finally applying the Raptor brand’s off-road-ready gear to its midsize pickup truck, and we’re all for it. Better yet, Ranger fans will finally have access to the V6 engine they’ve been wanting for years. Whether you’re planning an excursion deep into the desert or way off the beaten forest track, this truck has the chops to get you there.
What is the 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor?
The Ranger is Ford’s midsize pickup truck. And a Raptor trim level is synonymous with off-road performance. Therefore, the Ranger Raptor will be a midsize truck that’s handsomely equipped for the trail. Like the Bronco Raptor and F-150 Raptor, the Ranger Raptor will come standard with an impressive powertrain and four-wheel drive, among other rugged upgrades.
Will the 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor have a V6 engine?
Finally, one of Ford’s midsize trucks will hit the road (and the trail) with a V6 engine under its hood! The upcoming Ranger Raptor will sport a powerful twin-turbocharged V6 that helps you tackle extreme terrain with 392 horsepower. This off-road-ready pickup truck also comes with important traction-boosting gear, such as four-wheel drive and locking front and rear differentials. Whether you’re planning on tearing through sand dunes or spinning through the mud, the Ranger Raptor can definitely help you out.
So far, we know that the upcoming Ranger Raptor will include:
- Twin-turbocharged 3.0L V6 (392 horsepower, 430 lb-ft of torque)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Four-wheel drive
- 33-inch all-terrain tires
- Locking front and rear differentials
Which features come with the 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor?
Although the Ranger Raptor won’t officially hit U.S. streets until sometime next year, the unveiled European version gives us some idea of just how luxurious this truck will be. Convenience items, like remote engine start, add a little style to your daily drive. And upscale features — including leather-trimmed seats and dual-zone automatic climate control — make the Ranger Raptor as comfy as it is capable.
You’re likely to find a very luxurious Ranger Raptor interior, with standard features that include:
- Remote engine start
- Leather and microsuede upholstery
- Heated-front seats
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- SYNC infotainment with 8-inch touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
When will the 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor get here?
Right now, we know more about the European version of the Ranger Raptor than the U.S. version. However, that will change soon, and we’ll update this page accordingly! Till then, you can call our friendly team at Champion Edinboro with any questions you have about Ford’s off-road-ready midsize truck.