2023 Ford Ranger Raptor launching in Malaysia on October 7 – 3.0L turbo V6 petrol or 2.0L turbodiesel?

Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) has confirmed that the all-new Ford Ranger Raptor will make its Malaysian launch debut on October 7, 2022. This comes after the corporate revealed beforehand that the performance-focused pick-up truck would arrive within the fourth quarter of this 12 months – a crimson unit was even introduced out on stage throughout the launch of the traditional Ranger line-up in July.

The earlier, first-generation Ranger Raptor was powered by a 2.0 litre EcoBlue twin-turbo four-cylinder diesel engine with 213 PS and 500 Nm of torque, which is paired with a 10R80 10-speed automated transmission and four-wheel drive system.

In its newest type, the second-generation mannequin will get a 3.0 litre twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 petrol engine that’s lifted from the Bronco Raptor. The mill is mated to the identical 10R80 and 4WD system and churns out 397 PS at 5,650 rpm and 583 Nm of torque at 3,500 rpm, with this powertrain being customary for the Ranger Raptor in most markets.

Nevertheless, the carmaker has stated that the turbodiesel will proceed to be supplied in chosen markets the place the V6 isn’t acceptable. We’ll have to attend till the launch to verify which engine we get, however in Australia and Thailand, the Ranger Raptor will get the V6.

Engine speak apart, the Ranger Raptor will include a strengthened chassis to cope with all of the abuse thrown at it, together with distinctive mounts and structural reinforcements. The suspension additionally will get a redesign to include light-weight aluminium higher and decrease management arms, with up to date adaptive Fox dampers that scale back friction by round 50% in comparison with the outgoing mannequin.

The four-wheel drive system additionally will get a brand new electronically managed two-speed switch case and each axles obtain locking differentials. Final however not least, the pick-up truck is styled to match with highlights being a vented bonnet, flared wheel arches, skid plates and chunky tyres to go together with the design adjustments already discovered on the latest-generation Ranger.

If you wish to be among the many first Malaysians to witness the Ranger Raptor in motion on a Baja-inspired observe close to the Sepang Worldwide Circuit, SDAC welcomes you to register for the general public launch set to happen from October 7-9 on its web site. You’ll additionally be capable of stand up shut with the Ranger Raptor in addition to the common Ranger variants and the newest Everest on the occasion.

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Tags: Sime Darby Motors