Thats with the trucks launch-optimized 4.10 rear axle, though that low final-drive ratio is somewhat negated by the Raptors very tall 35-inch tires. 
The second part only examined highway miles, which were better at 14 mpg but certainly nothing to brag about. Those familiar with the telenovela development history of the 6.2-liter V-8 powertrain which is too long to get into in this story know that this engine has been in development since the early part of the last decade. Just looking for something different for my current situation. 
There has never been a factory-offered high-performance car or truck engineered to travel at speeds up to 100 mph in places where little more than rocks and sand are the only sources of traction. We followed several power line roads and dirt bike trails looking for just the right place to jump the Raptor you are supposed to jump the truck, after all but we didnt have much luck this time finding the right rise. Its an issue that deserves a fix, even one as simple as a small badge. Get an online offer in 2 minutes using our Sell My Car tool. The second indicator that the 6.2-liter Raptor is an improved truck came from the noticeable lack of fussiness from the six-speed automatic transmission, which is the same gearbox paired with the 5.4-liter V-8. To find out just how fast the Raptor is on the road, instead of relying on our butt dyno, we made a couple of runs with the truck at Willow Springs Raceway north of Los Angeles. The 6.2-liter V-8 excelled in these trail situations as well. Our solution to that issue was to use tow/haul mode to hold gears longer before shifting. NACTOY has announced the big winners of its awards for North American Car, SUV and Truck of the Year for 2021. The grand total was $48,445, including a $975 destination charge. The first part combined freeway and country road driving with off-road driving, and it came out to a lowly 10.4 mpg. 
In the DirtWe turned off the main road into Last Chance Canyon for a quick excursion up a wash that was freshly covered in spots with large rocks that fell from cliffs during the recent rains. A 15 to 20 percent power loss from the crank to the rear wheels from friction and rotational parasitic forces is a fair number to use, gauging the relative difference between claimed and dynoed numbers. 
Where Fords latest gas and diesel engines are modern marvels that feature direct injection, turbochargers, compacted graphite iron engine blocks and slick tech like twin intake variable cam timing, the 6.2-liter V-8 is a bit of a throwback. Where possible, we squirted up open sandy sections and dodged boulders, getting a feel for the 6.2-liter V-8s power on loose surfaces. These cars are a great deal for F-150 shoppers. More Power!For years, if there was one gripe that Ford F-150 owners collectively shared, it was the distinct lack of power (and bragging rights) that come with a large-displacement V-8. As you'll see, the list is short and is limited to Ford today issued recalls of over 1 million Explorer SUVs, including 28,000 in Canada, as well as more than 100,000 F-150 trucks. This year Ford leads the way, taking two out o Auto123 takes a look at the models offering diesel-engine options to Canadian motorists available in 2020. 
Adding It All UpBut theres more to the Raptor we tested than just go-fast antics. The single-overhead cam 6.2-liter V-8 is rated at a brawny 411 horsepower and 434 pounds-feet of torque. Deft punches of the right pedal could be used for maneuvering instead of being power-limited and having to brake around an obstacle, risking getting bogged down. In addition to the $3,000 upgrade to the 6.2-liter V-8 over the 5.4-liter Raptors $38,020 starting price, this Raptor also came with the Luxury Package ($1,950) with 10-way power leather heated front seats, power adjustable pedals and a Sony audio system; a moonroof ($995); Fords Sync entertainment and navigation system ($2,430); a bed extender ($250); tailgate step ($375); and a rearview camera thats a lifesaver backing up off-road ($450). Have questions about warranties or CPO programs? It also locks out the sixth-gear overdrive at the top of the transmission to keep the rpm high. New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by, Gold Certified: Ford models up to 6 years old with less than 80,000 miles. will help you decide. Also driving alongside us, our good friend Sean Holman, tech editor at Four Wheeler Magazine (you can read Seans initial opinion of the truck at the Four Wheeler Blog). 6-Speed Electronic Automatic w/OD, Tow & Haul Mode(Standard), 6-Speed Electronic Automatic w/OD, Tow & Haul Mode, 172-point inspection5 model years or newerless than 80,000 miles, Powertrain 7 years/100,000 miles limited warranty from original in-service date and 12 months/12,000 comprehensive limited warranty from certified pre-owned purchase date7 years/100,000 roadside assistance from original in-service date. 
On the Ford Racing Raptor XT that was shown at SEMA, there was a cool 6.2-liter V-8 badge that clearly identified the powerplant residing in the trucks engine bay, but on this truck there was nothing. Consult your dealer for actual price, payments, and complete details. But the rush of power wasnt EcoBoost shove-you-back-in-the-seat-and-keep-shoving strong, like weve experienced in Fords latest EB-powered vehicles. Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price. A spring storm passing through Southern California threw hard rain at us at times, so we were able to drive on asphalt in wet and dry conditions. Click below to find your next car. What also works well with the 6.2-liter V-8 is the Raptors specialized off-road mode. 7-Year/100,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Powertrain Limited Warranty Blue Certified: Available Disclaimer: See your dealer for warranty coverage details. Off-road mode also changes the transmissions shift points to hold its gear and not upshift after letting off the throttle at high speeds. What we did find were some great straightaways with odd and random mixes of hard-packed dirt, old crumbling asphalt and small to moderately sized whoops that proved to be an excellent refresher of how well the Raptors specialized front and rear Fox shocks handle rapidly changing terrain conditions at speeds up to 50 to 60 mph. The 2.5-inch diameter maintenance-free dampers deliver over 11-inches of front and more than 13-inches of aft wheel travel. During three passes in a stormy crosswind, we measured a best zero-to-60 mph time of 7.61 seconds, according to instrumented testing using the VBOX we brought along. Enabled with the push of a button, off-road mode changes the engines throttle map to give the Raptor linear throttle response, like a race truck, instead of high power at the beginning and tapered at the end, like a street truck. 
In addition to the Raptor, the 6.2-liter V-8 can also be found bolted under the hood of the new 2011 F-Series Super Duty, where its rated a bit lower at 385 hp and 405 pounds-feet of torque. It also features a cast-iron crankshaft, forged steel connecting rods and cast-aluminum pistons. Torque remains the same with either fuel. 320 hp @ 
Not included: the $1,075 digital mud exterior graphics option, so we could decorate the truck with the real stuff. 
Its power nicely patches all the gaps the 5.4-liter has, but not excessively so. where we recently tested a 5.4-liter V-8 Raptor, All-new SVT Raptor offers off-road thrills, Six-speed transmission is smooth and smart, Roomy SuperCrew backseat and flat load floor, 6.2-liter V-8 only available for SVT Raptor, Harley-Davidson and FX2 Sport models return to lineup, All-new SVT Raptor off-road package with optional new V-8. 
Its 1.2 seconds faster than what we measured in the 5.4-liter V-8 Raptor, and its very respectable considering the Raptor s hefty curb weight tips the scales at more than 6,000 pounds. Great truck. 
Thats not surprising, since weve experienced similar behavior before in a standard 5.4-liter F-150. Both have the same twin exhaust tips and wheels. * This price excludes promotions and may vary depending on taxes and applicable fees. A new 6.2-liter V-8 Raptor has arrived with the most powerful engine available in a half-ton pickup, and weve just driven it hard in the unforgiving Mojave Desert of Southern California. Powered by Ford is proudly embossed on the valve covers. What might have been considered efficient or satisfactory had it arrived around 2006 isnt necessarily the case today. When the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor was first unveiled in 2008, auto enthusiasts of all stripes were stopped in their tracks by the sheer outrageousness of Fords off-road pickup truck. 
The second part only examined highway miles, which were better at 14 mpg but certainly nothing to brag about. Those familiar with the telenovela development history of the 6.2-liter V-8 powertrain which is too long to get into in this story know that this engine has been in development since the early part of the last decade. Just looking for something different for my current situation. There has never been a factory-offered high-performance car or truck engineered to travel at speeds up to 100 mph in places where little more than rocks and sand are the only sources of traction. We followed several power line roads and dirt bike trails looking for just the right place to jump the Raptor you are supposed to jump the truck, after all but we didnt have much luck this time finding the right rise. Its an issue that deserves a fix, even one as simple as a small badge. Get an online offer in 2 minutes using our Sell My Car tool. The second indicator that the 6.2-liter Raptor is an improved truck came from the noticeable lack of fussiness from the six-speed automatic transmission, which is the same gearbox paired with the 5.4-liter V-8. To find out just how fast the Raptor is on the road, instead of relying on our butt dyno, we made a couple of runs with the truck at Willow Springs Raceway north of Los Angeles. The 6.2-liter V-8 excelled in these trail situations as well. Our solution to that issue was to use tow/haul mode to hold gears longer before shifting. NACTOY has announced the big winners of its awards for North American Car, SUV and Truck of the Year for 2021. The grand total was $48,445, including a $975 destination charge. The first part combined freeway and country road driving with off-road driving, and it came out to a lowly 10.4 mpg. In the DirtWe turned off the main road into Last Chance Canyon for a quick excursion up a wash that was freshly covered in spots with large rocks that fell from cliffs during the recent rains. A 15 to 20 percent power loss from the crank to the rear wheels from friction and rotational parasitic forces is a fair number to use, gauging the relative difference between claimed and dynoed numbers. Where Fords latest gas and diesel engines are modern marvels that feature direct injection, turbochargers, compacted graphite iron engine blocks and slick tech like twin intake variable cam timing, the 6.2-liter V-8 is a bit of a throwback. Where possible, we squirted up open sandy sections and dodged boulders, getting a feel for the 6.2-liter V-8s power on loose surfaces. These cars are a great deal for F-150 shoppers. More Power!For years, if there was one gripe that Ford F-150 owners collectively shared, it was the distinct lack of power (and bragging rights) that come with a large-displacement V-8. As you'll see, the list is short and is limited to Ford today issued recalls of over 1 million Explorer SUVs, including 28,000 in Canada, as well as more than 100,000 F-150 trucks. This year Ford leads the way, taking two out o Auto123 takes a look at the models offering diesel-engine options to Canadian motorists available in 2020. Adding It All UpBut theres more to the Raptor we tested than just go-fast antics. The single-overhead cam 6.2-liter V-8 is rated at a brawny 411 horsepower and 434 pounds-feet of torque. Deft punches of the right pedal could be used for maneuvering instead of being power-limited and having to brake around an obstacle, risking getting bogged down. In addition to the $3,000 upgrade to the 6.2-liter V-8 over the 5.4-liter Raptors $38,020 starting price, this Raptor also came with the Luxury Package ($1,950) with 10-way power leather heated front seats, power adjustable pedals and a Sony audio system; a moonroof ($995); Fords Sync entertainment and navigation system ($2,430); a bed extender ($250); tailgate step ($375); and a rearview camera thats a lifesaver backing up off-road ($450). Have questions about warranties or CPO programs? It also locks out the sixth-gear overdrive at the top of the transmission to keep the rpm high. New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by, Gold Certified: Ford models up to 6 years old with less than 80,000 miles. will help you decide. Also driving alongside us, our good friend Sean Holman, tech editor at Four Wheeler Magazine (you can read Seans initial opinion of the truck at the Four Wheeler Blog). 6-Speed Electronic Automatic w/OD, Tow & Haul Mode(Standard), 6-Speed Electronic Automatic w/OD, Tow & Haul Mode, 172-point inspection5 model years or newerless than 80,000 miles, Powertrain 7 years/100,000 miles limited warranty from original in-service date and 12 months/12,000 comprehensive limited warranty from certified pre-owned purchase date7 years/100,000 roadside assistance from original in-service date. On the Ford Racing Raptor XT that was shown at SEMA, there was a cool 6.2-liter V-8 badge that clearly identified the powerplant residing in the trucks engine bay, but on this truck there was nothing. Consult your dealer for actual price, payments, and complete details. But the rush of power wasnt EcoBoost shove-you-back-in-the-seat-and-keep-shoving strong, like weve experienced in Fords latest EB-powered vehicles. Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price. A spring storm passing through Southern California threw hard rain at us at times, so we were able to drive on asphalt in wet and dry conditions. Click below to find your next car. What also works well with the 6.2-liter V-8 is the Raptors specialized off-road mode. 7-Year/100,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Powertrain Limited Warranty Blue Certified: Available Disclaimer: See your dealer for warranty coverage details. Off-road mode also changes the transmissions shift points to hold its gear and not upshift after letting off the throttle at high speeds. What we did find were some great straightaways with odd and random mixes of hard-packed dirt, old crumbling asphalt and small to moderately sized whoops that proved to be an excellent refresher of how well the Raptors specialized front and rear Fox shocks handle rapidly changing terrain conditions at speeds up to 50 to 60 mph. The 2.5-inch diameter maintenance-free dampers deliver over 11-inches of front and more than 13-inches of aft wheel travel. During three passes in a stormy crosswind, we measured a best zero-to-60 mph time of 7.61 seconds, according to instrumented testing using the VBOX we brought along. Enabled with the push of a button, off-road mode changes the engines throttle map to give the Raptor linear throttle response, like a race truck, instead of high power at the beginning and tapered at the end, like a street truck. In addition to the Raptor, the 6.2-liter V-8 can also be found bolted under the hood of the new 2011 F-Series Super Duty, where its rated a bit lower at 385 hp and 405 pounds-feet of torque. It also features a cast-iron crankshaft, forged steel connecting rods and cast-aluminum pistons. Torque remains the same with either fuel. 320 hp @ Not included: the $1,075 digital mud exterior graphics option, so we could decorate the truck with the real stuff. Its power nicely patches all the gaps the 5.4-liter has, but not excessively so. where we recently tested a 5.4-liter V-8 Raptor, All-new SVT Raptor offers off-road thrills, Six-speed transmission is smooth and smart, Roomy SuperCrew backseat and flat load floor, 6.2-liter V-8 only available for SVT Raptor, Harley-Davidson and FX2 Sport models return to lineup, All-new SVT Raptor off-road package with optional new V-8. Its 1.2 seconds faster than what we measured in the 5.4-liter V-8 Raptor, and its very respectable considering the Raptor s hefty curb weight tips the scales at more than 6,000 pounds. Great truck. Thats not surprising, since weve experienced similar behavior before in a standard 5.4-liter F-150. Both have the same twin exhaust tips and wheels. * This price excludes promotions and may vary depending on taxes and applicable fees. A new 6.2-liter V-8 Raptor has arrived with the most powerful engine available in a half-ton pickup, and weve just driven it hard in the unforgiving Mojave Desert of Southern California. Powered by Ford is proudly embossed on the valve covers. What might have been considered efficient or satisfactory had it arrived around 2006 isnt necessarily the case today. When the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor was first unveiled in 2008, auto enthusiasts of all stripes were stopped in their tracks by the sheer outrageousness of Fords off-road pickup truck.