New Raptor

[FiveLiterDreamer]

I've heard there is no 5.0 option on the raptor.

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[Diode Dynamics]

That is correct

But the new Raptor is lighter and more powerful than the previous generation

Plus, didn't the previous Raptor come with a 6.2L?

Nick C.

 

[Copperhead]

Plus, didn't the previous Raptor come with a 6.2L?

The first half year they were powered with a 5.4L and after that they did indeed offer a 6.2L engine.

Does anyone know if the dimensions remain the same compared to the current Raptor? It's doesn't seem as broad but maybe that's just on pictures.

 

[Sterling Archer]

My guess is probably about the same. The old raptor was shrunk from the original design because it was the only way they could fit it on the F150 assembly line (part of why the truck is relatively affordable given what they put on it).

If you look at the Ford press release, it does state it's something like 6" wider than the regular F150 - which is slimmer than the 14 F150. Putting those two pieces of information together, my guess they did the same and made it as big as the assembly line could handle.

 

[PonyPower]

My guess is probably about the same. The old raptor was shrunk from the original design because it was the only way they could fit it on the F150 assembly line (part of why the truck is relatively affordable given what they put on it).

If you look at the Ford press release, it does state it's something like 6" wider than the regular F150 - which is slimmer than the 14 F150. Putting those two pieces of information together, my guess they did the same and made it as big as the assembly line could handle.

I would imagine that is a safe guess, which also means the Raptor will look massive compare with the regular F-150 which I think is how it should be. That wider stance really adds to the look of the Raptor.

The first half year they were powered with a 5.4L and after that they did indeed offer a 6.2L engine.

Does anyone know if the dimensions remain the same compared to the current Raptor? It's doesn't seem as broad but maybe that's just on pictures.

That 5.4 was horrible. The 6.2 is a great motor and with the option of getting them supercharged by either Roush or Shelby replacing them with a v6 is going to be tough.

I suspect Ford is going to wean us off of V8s. I fear for the future of the Mustang.

I think the government has a whole is the USA is going to have us moving away from v8's. Of course displacement no longer defines power.

 

[Copperhead]

That 5.4 was horrible. The 6.2 is a great motor and with the option of getting them supercharged by either Roush or Shelby replacing them with a v6 is going to be tough.

Never had the chance to drive a 5.4L powered Raptor - so I can't compare but when I had to decide which one I should go for I've read that the smaller engine just lacks power (compared to size & weight), hence I opted for the 6.2L.
It's just too bad that the aftermarket sector in my country is being stifled by ridiculous rules and regulations. Getting the proper documentation and tests done to add a supercharger will easily cost several thousand dollars. Otherwise I'd do that and not think about exchanging mine for a new one ;)

 

[DavisCustoms]

the 5.4L was never supposed to be in the Raptor in the first place, it was used as a placeholder due the Development on the 6.2L was delayed by about 6 months. Ford still wanted to launch the Raptor as a 2010MY so the 5.4L was dropped in for the first model year. For 2011MY the 5.4L was dropped (there are some 2011 5.4L in ext cab config) and replaced by the 6.2L and Crewcab as originally planned.

 

[Twin Turbo]

'17 Raptor spied



http://www.autoblog.com/2015/09/29/2017-ford-f150-svt-raptor-spy-shots/#slide-endcap

 

[Armen]

^^^ Interesting rear bumper exhaust cutouts.

 

[Litenin75]

Actually its good idea. Lots of first gen raptors have smashed rear exhaust while offroading. This should help with that, but the cutouts could be better.

 

[68fbjjz109]

Actually its good idea. Lots of first gen raptors have smashed rear exhaust while offroading. This should help with that, but the cutouts could be better.

The exhaust routing, and tips are likely so the exhaust vent tubing can be put on the truck properly so they can run it indoors.

 

[ozracer]

cant see the 10 speed hitting production in the mustang for 2016 because they are almost ready to build them arent they? More likely to be 2017 I would imagine.

 

[pinero61]

The exhaust routing, and tips are likely so the exhaust vent tubing can be put on the truck properly so they can run it indoors.

It's routed like that on the production version. They did a thin bumper instead of cut outs.

 

[Vernichtung]

Actually its good idea. Lots of first gen raptors have smashed rear exhaust while offroading. This should help with that, but the cutouts could be better.

It's just a cobbled-up prototype. I suspect the production Raptor's rear bumper will look something like the concept's:

 

[Rogues Gambit]

Definitely planning to get one, might use my A4 as a trade in or something... Love the old one, but don't wanna get used

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