The 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R shares most of its features with the Raptor, save for two areas—power and price. While it will cost extra for all that power, it will indeed be worth it. Let’s break the prowess of the Raptor R down and determine if this is the correct truck for you!
Key Takeaways:
- The Ford F-150 Raptor R is not really a trim in the true sense; it is however, a more powerful Raptor.
- The Raptor R features 37-inch all-terrain tires for even greater traction and control.
- The top “trim” in the F-150 series is about $111,000.
What is the Horsepower of the 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R?
You likely already know the 2024 F-150 Raptor features a twin-turbo 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6 muscles out 450 horsepower when paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. While that’s impressive, fasten your seatbelt for an even bigger predator in the 2024 Ford Raptor R. Its supercharged 5.2-liter V-8 delivers a whopping 720 horsepower and 640 pound-feet of torque!
All that extra power isn’t cheap, and as the Raptor R comes with a longer list of performance and luxury features, some of which the Raptor doesn’t have, it starts at about $111,550.
Off-Roading Performance Features
The Raptor R’s tires are bigger than those on the Raptor. It features 37-inch all-terrain tires as standard to the Raptor’s 35-inch all-terrain tires (the bigger tires are optional here.) Aside from that, both the Raptor and Raptor R have the same performance features, to guide you over rugged terrain safely. They include:
- Seven G.O.A.T. modes: Normal, Sport, Tow/Haul, Slippery, Off-Road, Baja, Rock Crawl
- Electronic-locking rear differential
- Independent front suspension
- Five-link rear suspension with panhard rod
- Trail Control with Trail-1 Pedal Drive
- Sport-tuned Fox Racing Shox with Live Valve Technology
Is the 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R Comfortable?
You may be surprised that a workhorse like the F-150 is also extremely luxurious, but it is, particularly in the Raptor series. Whether you’re hauling cargo from jobsite to jobsite or riding the trails deep in the wilderness, every trip is a comfort. The cab features seats covered in leather (front seats are heated and heated and ventilated with driver’s seat memory), dual-zone automatic climate control, 12-inch digital gauge cluster, 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system with SYNC 4, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless changing pad.
Special interior options for the Raptor R include carbon fiber trim and Recaro front sport seats with upholstery of black leather and Alcantara suede.
Is the 2024 Ford Raptor R Worth the Money?
The 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R is a superstar in Ford’s already powerful truck lineup. It offers the utmost in luxury and performance. If budget isn’t a constraint and you’re looking for the ultimate off-road vehicle, you can’t do better than the Raptor R! Contact us today at Jones Ford to experience it firsthand!