2023 Ford Bronco Raptor - interior and Exterior Details (Off-Road Monster)
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Highs A blast to drive off-road, generous standard equipment, virtually lag-free turbocharging.
Lows Abysmal fuel economy, F-150 Raptor is more powerful, feels considerably wider on the road than the standard Bronco.
Verdict The ultimate Bronco is an impressive performance off-roader that's every bit as fun to drive as we'd hoped.
Overview
The 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor is built to accelerate quicker, climb easier over rocks, and fly higher than the regular Bronco. It's basically the same blueprint Ford followed with the hugely entertaining and highly capable F-150 Raptor pickup. The ultimate Bronco boasts a 418-hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6, a special long-travel suspension, huge 37-inch tires, and lots of other off-road goodies. Thanks to distinctive styling cues, such as exaggerated fender flares and an exclusive grille design with amber lighting elements, the 2022 Bronco Raptor won't be confused for anything else. Of course, its extensive catalog of custom accessories ensures owners can further tailor their rig their way. While the Raptor is considerably more expensive than the standard-issue Bronco, hardcore enthusiasts will crave its incredible performance.
What's New for 2022?
Now that the all-new 2022 Bronco Raptor has been officially revealed, we can't wait to test it side-by-side with the 470-hp Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392. Ford says deliveries will begin this summer, and anyone who already has an existing order for the regular Bronco is able to change it to the Raptor.
The Bronco Raptor is offered only in one trim for now and only in the four-door body style. It's slightly more expensive than the F-150 Raptor, which starts right around $67,000, but the Bronco Raptor comes standard with 37-inch tires. Getting those on the pickup requires spending at least $78,470.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
Ford didn't put a V-8 in the Bronco, but the Raptor features a 418-hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 that makes 440 pound-feet of torque. The engine pairs exclusively with a 10-speed automatic transmission and an advanced four-wheel-drive system that works in concert with selectable G.O.A.T (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain) modes. The Bronco Raptor also has an even beefier suspension setup than the standard version to best handle powering over sand dunes or being jumped through the air, and it has a much wider track that's set up for better high-speed stability. The Raptorized Bronco is equipped with Fox adaptive dampers from the F-150 Raptor as well as standard 37-inch BFGoodrich K02 all-terrain tires. The SUV is rated to tow up to 4500 pounds, too. During our initial test drive, we were impressed with the Bronco Raptor's off-road prowess both when bounding over bumpy terrain at speed and while crawling through rocky passes with the low-range gearing engaged. While the twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 doesn't have the same shove as the F-150 Raptor's boosted 3.5-liter, it had enough punch to hit 60 mph in 5.6 seconds at our test track.
Lows Abysmal fuel economy, F-150 Raptor is more powerful, feels considerably wider on the road than the standard Bronco.
Verdict The ultimate Bronco is an impressive performance off-roader that's every bit as fun to drive as we'd hoped.
Overview
The 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor is built to accelerate quicker, climb easier over rocks, and fly higher than the regular Bronco. It's basically the same blueprint Ford followed with the hugely entertaining and highly capable F-150 Raptor pickup. The ultimate Bronco boasts a 418-hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6, a special long-travel suspension, huge 37-inch tires, and lots of other off-road goodies. Thanks to distinctive styling cues, such as exaggerated fender flares and an exclusive grille design with amber lighting elements, the 2022 Bronco Raptor won't be confused for anything else. Of course, its extensive catalog of custom accessories ensures owners can further tailor their rig their way. While the Raptor is considerably more expensive than the standard-issue Bronco, hardcore enthusiasts will crave its incredible performance.
What's New for 2022?
Now that the all-new 2022 Bronco Raptor has been officially revealed, we can't wait to test it side-by-side with the 470-hp Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392. Ford says deliveries will begin this summer, and anyone who already has an existing order for the regular Bronco is able to change it to the Raptor.
The Bronco Raptor is offered only in one trim for now and only in the four-door body style. It's slightly more expensive than the F-150 Raptor, which starts right around $67,000, but the Bronco Raptor comes standard with 37-inch tires. Getting those on the pickup requires spending at least $78,470.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
Ford didn't put a V-8 in the Bronco, but the Raptor features a 418-hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 that makes 440 pound-feet of torque. The engine pairs exclusively with a 10-speed automatic transmission and an advanced four-wheel-drive system that works in concert with selectable G.O.A.T (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain) modes. The Bronco Raptor also has an even beefier suspension setup than the standard version to best handle powering over sand dunes or being jumped through the air, and it has a much wider track that's set up for better high-speed stability. The Raptorized Bronco is equipped with Fox adaptive dampers from the F-150 Raptor as well as standard 37-inch BFGoodrich K02 all-terrain tires. The SUV is rated to tow up to 4500 pounds, too. During our initial test drive, we were impressed with the Bronco Raptor's off-road prowess both when bounding over bumpy terrain at speed and while crawling through rocky passes with the low-range gearing engaged. While the twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 doesn't have the same shove as the F-150 Raptor's boosted 3.5-liter, it had enough punch to hit 60 mph in 5.6 seconds at our test track.