Overview
The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor has off-road capabilities and a smooth ride thanks to its long-travel suspension designed to absorb imperfections in the road. New for 2023, is the powerful Raptor R with 37-inch tires, stiffer front springs and specially tuned dampers. Let’s take a look.
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 paired to a paddle-shifted 10-speed automatic. Four-wheel drive is standard and it gets 450 horsepower and 15/18 mpg. The Raptor R on the other hand is powered by a 5.2-liter V-8 that makes 700 horsepower and 640 lb-ft torque. It has a more sophisticated suspension with larger internal bypass dampers and a 5-link rear coil-spring setup. It also has available 37-inch all-terrain tires and 14/16 mpg. The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor can tow 8,200 pounds.
Interior
The steering wheel has a laser-etched logo and orange race car markings at the 12 o'clock position. Aluminum trim throughout is standard but you can opt for carbon-fiber trim and Recaro front bucket seats. Otherwise, the interior comfort and space mirrors that of the F-150 Supercrew. The cargo box included is 5.5 feet.
Tech
- 12-inch digital gauge cluster
- 12-inch touchscreen
- Sync 4 infotainment system
- Physical knobs and steering wheel controls
- 18-speaker B&O sound system
- 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 features and hefty capabilities. Come take a look at yours today.