Wrapped in macho exterior design, underpinned with a high-strength frame, and fitted with Fox long-travel suspensions – the Ford Ranger Raptor is still a tech-driven pickup truck just like it’s normal Ranger siblings. But that’s nothing to complain about; in its non-trail non-adrenaline-filled state, the performance pickup truck could also double as a grocery getter or even as a daily driver, and its plethora of tech and safety features will make sure it would be a safe and convenient drive.
Here’s a closer look at the Ranger Raptor’s tech and safety offering to see what’s hot and what’s not.
Technology: Abundant with some things missing
The Ranger Raptor, just like the Ranger Wildtrak, ticks almost every slot of its spec sheet when it comes to the features it offers. Aside from the HIDs and LEDs outside, it has plenty of driver convenient features: power-adjustable seats, dual-zone climate control, automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers, auto-dimming rearview mirror, speed-sensing door locks, parking sensors, rear parking camera with dynamic guidelines, keyless entry, and push-start ignition. The front passenger does have manual adjusters, though, which Ford should have made electronic as well considering this truck’s price.
One thing I noticed, and this might come as a nitpick, is the lack of blind spot monitors in this fairly large machine. Yes, the side mirrors are convex, which extends their visibility, but the right rear blind spot proves to be a dangerous spot to miss. Visual warnings on the side mirrors could really help for a truck of this size.
At the center of the Ranger Raptor’s dashboard, there’s an eight-inch infotainment system that crowns the whole cabin. It has SYNC 3 software, offline navigation, and our favorite, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. The SYNC 3 is flawless to operate while offline navigation – as all NAVI systems that come by default in modern cars – is a bit laggy. Using Waze or Google Maps is still the way to go, which you could integrate onto the screen via Apple CarPlay.
The sound from the six speakers are okay for the most part but the bass overwhelms the clarity at certain types of genres – even after tweaking the EQ. Handsfree calls are clear on both ends. As for the ever-important USB ports, there are two in the front cabin while rear passengers will need to bring their own accessory charger or a normal charger since there’s a 230V socket.
Safety: Less than a Wildtrak, but still better than most
If you are to compare the Ranger Raptor’s safety features against a Wildtrak, then it would be a disappointment. However, its feature set is still better than most midsize trucks in the market today (except for the mentioned lack of blind spot monitors).
So, you have seven airbags inside the cabin, while hill start assist, electronic stability control with traction control, speed limiter, ABS with EBD, seatbelt reminders, and ISOFIX child seat anchors. What the Ranger Raptor lacks is the adaptive cruise control with lane keeping aid, which I reckon was removed to offset the costs of the performance upgrades.
Moreover, I noticed that the traction control was persistent to keep itself switched on. A few moments on the dirt saw me toggling the ESC switch ever so often to keep the fun going – that’s a good thing, in safety perspective.
Specifications
Engine
2.0 LFuel Type
DieselPerformance
210 hp @ 3,750 rpmTransmission
Automatic-
Summary
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Name Ford Ranger Raptor 2.0 Biturbo 4X4 AT Body Type Pickup Truck Price ₱2,048,000 Transmission Category Automatic -
Engine
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Engine Size 2.0 L Displacement 1,996 cc Number of Cylinders 4 Number of Valves 16 Transmission Type 10-Speed Automatic Transmission -
Performance
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Drivetrain Four-Wheel Drive Max Output (hp) 210 hp @ 3,750 rpm Max Torque (nm) 500 Nm @ 1,750 rpm *estimated -
Economy & Environment
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Fuel Type Diesel Emissions Standard n/a Fuel Capacity 80.0 L Combined Fuel Consumption 8.0 km/L *estimated -
Dimensions
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Length 5,398 mm Width 2,028 mm Height 1,873 mm Wheelbase 3,220 mm Deck Length 1,743 mm Deck Width 1,560 mm Deck Height n/a Payload Capacity 766 kg Turning Circle 13 m Ground Clearance 283 mm Trunk Capacity n/a Number of Doors 4 Number of Seats 5 -
Safety & Security
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Driver's Airbag Front Passenger's Airbag Side Airbags Curtain Airbags Knee Airbag Auto Brake System Electronic Brake Distribution Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) With Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Immobilizer Security Alarm Stability Control Electronic Door Locks Speed Sensing Door Locks ISOFIX Lane Departure Warning System Blind-Spot Detection System -
Features
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Cruise Control Front Parking Sensors Rear Parking Sensors Leather Upholstery Push Start Button Wheel Size 17 in Wheels Metal Type Alloy Airconditioning System Dual-zone EATC Entertainment System 8-inch Multi-function TFT Touch Screen Display, AM/FM/CD and SYNC 3 via 6 speakers Connectivity iPod, USB, Bluetooth Navigation Ready Warranty 3 Years (100,000 km) Keyless Entry Roof Rack Sunroof Electric Adjustable Seats Power Steering Power Windows Power Outlet Steering Wheel Audio Control -
Technology
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Active Park Assist Hill Start Assist AWD Modes n/a Tire Pressure Monitoring Heads-up Display Power Liftgate Start-stop System
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