Ford's Bronco Raptor SUV and Ranger Raptor pickup wow off road, but the vehicles' performance on streets and in a straight line can be less satisfying. With either vehicle, you're looking at a 0-60 mph time in around six seconds.
There's a solution, and you can find it at your local Ford dealership. The automaker on Thursday announced a performance upgrade for both vehicles, priced from $825.
The upgrade consists of a new software calibration for the vehicles' twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6, and it takes the peak output to 455 hp and 536 lb-ft of torque.
That's a big jump compared to the standard ratings of 418 hp and 440 lb-ft for the Bronco Raptor and 405 hp and 430 lb-ft for the Ranger Raptor.
Ford Performance upgrade for the Bronco Raptor
Ford Performance upgrade for the Ranger Raptor
Impressively, the upgrade makes the midsize performance duo more potent than the full-size F-150 Raptor, whose twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 is rated at 450 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque.
Other gains include improved throttle response and an optimized shift program for the 10-speed automatic transmission.
The upgrade is available for Bronco Raptors from the 2023 and 2024 model years, and Ranger Raptors from the 2024 model year.
Ford said a 20% discount is available for the upgrade and other items from the Ford Performance Parts catalog for anyone who registers their vehicle and attends Ford's one-day Raptor Rally course. The course costs $500 and takes place on Sept. 21 at the Ford Performance Racing School in Fairfield, Utah.
