Overview
Long-travel suspension, designed to absorb road imperfections, gives the 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor off-road skills and a smooth ride. For 2023, Ford will introduce the powerful Raptor R, which has 37-inch tires, stiffer front springs, and specially tuned dampers. Let's explore it.
Trims
- F-150 Raptor: $72,000
- F-150 Raptor R: $109,145
Power
The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor is powered by a twin-turbo 3.5-liter Ecoboost V-6 coupled to a paddle-shifted 10-speed automatic transmission. It gets 15 to 18 mpg and boasts 450 horsepower with a standard four-wheel drive system. In contrast, the Raptor R's 5.2-liter V-8 engine generates 700 horsepower and 640 lb-ft of torque. With 5-link rear coil springs and bigger internal bypass dampers, it offers a more sophisticated suspension system. It also has 37-inch all-terrain tires and 14/16 mpg. The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor has an 8,200 pound towing capacity.
Interior
The steering wheel has a laser-etched symbol and an orange race car marking at the 12 o'clock position. Aluminum trim is standard throughout, even if Recaro front bucket seats and carbon-fiber trim are all choices. On the other hand, the interior space and comfort are the same as those of the F-150 Supercrew. The cargo box that goes with it is 5.5 feet long.
Tech
- 12-inch touchscreen
- Sync 4 infotainment system
- 18-speaker B&O sound system
- 12-inch digital gauge cluster
- Physical knobs and steering wheel controls
- 2 kWh mobile generator
Safety
- Forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking
- Available blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert
- Available lane departure warning with lane keep assist
Conclusion
The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor has a lot to offer in terms of power, driver-assist technology, and heavy capacities. Come look at yours right now. Prices listed are subject to change.