F-150 Raptor is thoroughly engineered as a special vehicle unto itself; Ford has given it a dedicated chassis and powertrain to go with the special bodywork.
It is powered by 3.5-liter V-6 with twin turbochargers and direct fuel injections. Including a new aluminum block and updates to the fuel system, cylinder heads, and internals. To further improve airflow, the high-output engine exhales through a true dual-exhaust system with twin outlets notched in the rear bumper.
Mated to the Raptor’s engine is the first application of Ford’s 10-speed automatic transmission and a new four-wheel-drive transfer case, which works with a terrain-mode system to configure the truck for varying conditions (mud, snow, rocks, etc.). Controlled via steering-wheel buttons and a menu in the cluster, the system will tailor the characteristics of the engine, drivetrain, stability control, and more to help weekend warriors get the most from their Raptors without rolling them down hillsides.
The Raptor’s proud “FORD” grille and array of marker lights remain, but they’re framed in a design more finessed than the blocky first-gen truck’s. Small front and rear bumpers improve approach and departure angles, particularly the pinched-up rear end, which lends a true desert-racer look.
2017 Raptor’s interior is bolstered isport seats up front with contrasting stitching; and a meaty, contoured steering wheel with large paddle shifters. As well as greater overall comfort and luxury than before, with all of a modern truck’s options and safety gear.
SPECS
| ENGINE TYPE |
twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve V-6, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection |
| DISPLACEMENT |
213 cu in (3496 cc) |
| POWER (C/D EST) |
450 hp |
| TORQUE (C/D EST) |
450 lb-ft |
| TRANSMISSION |
10-speed automatic with manual shifting mode |
| WHEELBASE |
133.0–145.0 inches |
| LENGTH |
220.0–231.5* inches |
| WIDTH |
86.3 inches |
| HEIGHT |
78.5 inches |
| CURB WEIGHT |
5600–5800 lb |
| 0–60 MPH |
6.1–6.3 sec |
| STANDING 1/4-MILE |
14.0–14.2 sec |
| TOP SPEED |
100 mph |
| EPA CITY/HWY |
15/21 mpg |
