There’s no doubt Aussies are going nuts over high-spec utes and Ford looks set to cash in with the Ford Ranger Raptor.
The new flagship variant of the big-selling Ford Ranger line-up will be in Australian Ford dealerships in September.
Prices have been confirmed as kicking off from just under $75,000.
Ranger Raptor joins Mustang as Ford’s halo offerings.
While plenty of tradies will no doubt find the cash to grab a Ranger Raptor, the new offering is undoubtedly more performance-focused than workhorse.
Some of the key selling points include:
- 157kW/500Nm Bi-Turbo Diesel Engine
- Light-weight 10-speed auto transmission (with paddle-shifters)
- 283mm of ground clearance
- Long travel suspension
- 150mm wider front and rear track
- Beefed up body work
- All-terrain off-road tyres
- Upgraded brakes
- Ford Performance interior including sports seats and unique instrument cluster
While standard features will include:
- Sat-Nav
- SYNC3 connectivity (with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto)
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Lane Departure Warning
- Lane Keep Assist
- Hill Descent Control
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Reverse camera
“Ranger Raptor will help conquest new customers looking for a Ranger with immense off-road capability like no other.” – Trevor Worthington, Vice President, Product Development, Ford Asia Pacific.
“Ranger Raptor showcases the best of Ford Performance’s expertise in performance vehicle design and engineering.”
The only thing missing? Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB).
Ford telling us the auto braking system is coming to the Ranger, including Raptor, however there’s no firm ETA on the tech’s Australian arrival (we’ll keep you updated).
2019 Ford Ranger Raptor Key Data:
- Fuel consumption: 8.2L/100km (combined cycle)
- Zero to 100km/h: 10.50 seconds
- Approach angle degree (unloaded): 32.5º
- Departure angle (unloaded): 24º
- Ramp break over angle (unloaded): 24º
- Wheels: Alloy – 17″ x 8.5″
- Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres
- Available in five colours – Conquer Grey, Lightning Blue, Race Red, Shadow Black and Frozen White
Are you going to be buying a Ford Ranger Raptor? Tell us why you’re excited about the new Ford offering in the comments section below.
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