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UPDATED (8/30) Okay, folks, finished up my Bronco Raptor review coverage today across three more posts and two videos. And I'll add a few more pics below.
Hey, Folks! Ford just sent over the new Bronco Raptor for Ford Truck Enthusiasts to review this week. I'll be heading to the desert/mountains on Friday to do some trail running and such, but here's a quick video tour I made right after it was delivered -- https://www.ford-trucks.com/articles...o-raptor-tour/
First Impressions
Looks badass. It's much wider in person than in pictures. the fender flares look almost twice as wide as the Sasquatch
But the Recaro front seats aren't cooled like they are in the F-150
The 3.0L EcoBoost from the Explore ST feels a little underpowered with 37" tires and 5,700+ lbs of curb weight off the line, but at speed, it's peppy and sounds okay when accelerating under load
At this price, I wish Ford had used the 3.5L EcoBoost (or one of their two V8s -- Coyote or Godzilla)
It's less smooth on the highway versus the longer/heavier F-150 Raptor, with more interior noise
Sound system is pretty good for this era Bronco, but, again, not as good as the F-150.
It is a very special vehicle, that's for sure! On the price being high, your "as tested" vehicle had some expensive and I think unnecessary options, in my view:
1) Interior carbon fiber pack - 1725
2) Raptor graphic - 1025
3) Lux package - 2695
Maybe more still? Base model comes with plenty of adequate options IMO at 10k lower sticker price.
It is a very special vehicle, that's for sure! On the price being high, your "as tested" vehicle had some expensive and I think unnecessary options, in my view:
1) Interior carbon fiber pack - 1725
2) Raptor graphic - 1025
3) Lux package - 2695
Maybe more still? Base model comes with plenty of adequate options IMO at 10k lower sticker price.
Good eye! Here are all the options on this one, per the spec sheet Ford gave me during the loan (2022MY pricing) --
Equipment Group 374A (Lux Package) - $2,695
Raptor Graphic - $1,075
Keyless Entry KeyPad - $110
17' Blk Frgd Beadlock CPBL WHL - $1,995
Interior Carbon Fiber Pack - $1,725
Leather-Trim / Suede Seats - $2,995
UPDATED TO ADD -- yeah a no option or lightly-optioned B'Raptor would be much more palatable from a value perspective
Good eye! Here are all the options on this one, per the spec sheet Ford gave me during the loan (2022MY pricing) --
Equipment Group 374A (Lux Package) - $2,695
Raptor Graphic - $1,075
Keyless Entry KeyPad - $110
17' Blk Frgd Beadlock CPBL WHL - $1,995
Interior Carbon Fiber Pack - $1,725
Leather-Trim / Suede Seats - $2,995
UPDATED TO ADD -- yeah a no option or lightly-optioned B'Raptor would be much more palatable from a value perspective
I can't place the value on any of these. I really liked the keypad on my F150 so I could lock the keys in it, but the new locks don't even allow you to lock one inside, I think. Pretty sure I will order complete base with the exception of the rear door shelf. Good for washing the dog.
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