The 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R is the more powerful cousin of the F150 Raptor. Raptor R has 710 horsepower and 640 pound-feet of torque thanks to its supercharged V8 engine. Standard Raptor has a supercharged V6 with 250 horsepower less. At this moment, Raptor R is the most powerful pickup truck in the USA market. For the powertrain, Ford used the same powertrain in the F-150 Raptor R as in the Mustang Shelby GT500. However, it has been tuned to provide more torque at lower RPMs.
For the upcoming Ford F-150 Raptor R, Ford is preparing a small facelift. That will include a more aggressive grille design so we can spot the difference between a normal Raptor and a Raptor R. The lack of visible differences between these two models was the main reason most people complained. That should change for the 2024 model.
2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R Engine and Performance
Like we already mentioned, the 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R will have a supercharged V8 engine from the Mustang Shelby GT500. With a displacement of 5.2 liters and 710 horsepower, it will launch this heavy truck from 0 to 60mph in 3.6 seconds. The maximum speed will be 113mph. This full-size pickup truck will be driven by all-wheel drive. The transmission will be a 10-speed automatic, the same as in the previous model. It will stand on 36-inch all-terrain tires.
Also, the suspension of the truck will get adjusted to accommodate the new heavy powertrain and stronger G forces during acceleration and turning. As we can see, no big changes will happen under the hood of the upcoming 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R. From Ford, promise they will additionally tune the engine so it performs better at lower RPMs. Also, the towing capacity will not change and will remain at approximately 8200 pounds. Thanks to the small tweaks under the hood of this monster truck, fuel consumption should be lowered.
Interior
The interior of the Ford F-150 Raptor R is designed to provide both comfort and functionality for both on-road and off-road drives without compromising on luxury. Inside the truck, it will keep the old layout with a 12-inch digital cluster and a 14-inch infotainment system. Inside the truck, it will keep the old layout with plenty of options for plugging in your devices. That will include a 12V truck socket. 110-volt socket inside the pickup and also outside. USB type A port and USB type C port with an option for fast charging Also on the center console will be a wireless charging pad.
Seats will get a small revision that will include better lumbar support for a sportier ride, and they will get new red stitching with new Raptor R markings on the headrest. The seats and steering wheel will have a lot of adjustments, so drivers of any size can fit comfortably in the 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R.
Exterior
For the exterior, Ford is preparing just a few small changes. That will include a redesigned, more aggressive grille with an R logo on it. Also, the 2024 model will get a new pattern design on the side. We expect a few more changes to the exterior of the truck so Ford can show off the sporty nature of this 710-horsepower beast. The rear of the truck will also get a small revision, and that will include the newly redesigned taillight. Quad exhaust pipes. And also a Raptor R logo.
For the exterior Ford is preparing just a few small changes. That will include a redesigned more aggressive grille with an R logo on it. Also, the 2024 model will get a new pattern design on the side. We expect a few more changes to the exterior of the truck so Ford can show the sporty nature of this 710 horsepower beast. The rear of the truck will also get a small revision and that will include the. A newly redesigned taillights. Quad exhaust pipes. And also a Raptor R logo.
2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R vs Ram TRX
Both of these trucks are powerhouses. With nearly the same horsepower and torque, they have exceptional performance. Raptor R has a slight edge with 8 horsepower more and better 0–60 times by half a second. But the RAM TRX has 30 pound-feet more torque than its competitor.
One more thing where the Raptor R is slightly better is its better fuel consumption.
But on the other hand, the RAM TRX is noticeably cheaper. The Raptor R, with a starting price of $110.000, is a more expensive option than the RAM TRX, with a starting price of around $90.000.
In the end, choosing between the two trucks boils down to taste and intended usage.
Ford F-150 Raptor Specifications
The F-150 Raptor has a 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 powertrain with 450 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque. It is equipped with an all-wheel-drive system and an automatic transmission. The F150 accelerates from 0 to 60 MPH in 5.6 seconds. It boasts good fuel economy. It ranges from 14 MPG to 18 MPG, depending on the situation. For the 2024 model, Ford is preparing small changes to the exterior of the truck. That will include a new adaptive taillight. New more aggressive-looking front facia of the pickup. Also, the headlight will get a small revision.1
2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R Price and Release Date
We should expect the 2024 Ford F-15 Raptor R in Q4 of 2023. With a starting price of around $110.000, it should compete against the RAM 150 TRX, Chevy Silverado ZR2, Jeep Wrangler S, and Rivian R1T.
With these small changes, Ford is hoping to make the Raptor R a good choice for buyers looking for the ultimate pickup truck.
