2022 Ford Bronco Raptor

Feb 4, 20224 min read

Raptor Revolution

There is a lot to know about the 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor, especially if you’re planning on buying a serious off-roading machine, designed, engineered, and built for adventure. The car is believed to stand toe-to-toe with the reigning king – the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon.

The 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor is designed, engineered, and built to accelerate quicker and conquer treacherous terrain than the regular Bronco. Thanks to its 400-plus-hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6, unique long-travel suspension, massive 37-inch all-terrain tires, and lots of other elite off-road goodies and hardware. Beyond the exaggerated fender flares, the Raptor transformation includes hardware similar to Ford's F-150 Raptor pickup, exclusive grille design, not to mention lighting elements, and other enhancements.

2022 Ford Bronco Raptor: Engine, Transmission, and Performance

The 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor comes equipped with a twin-turbo 3.0-liter EcoBoost engine that’s said to churn out over 400 horsepower and deliver 415 pound-feet of torque. A 10-speed automatic transmission and an advanced four-wheel-drive system bolts the engine and the company says that system works in concert with selectable G.O.A.T (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain) driving modes.

Other than boasting a much wider track for better high-speed stability, the Bronco Raptor features 3.1-inch diameter Fox Racing shocks that are capable of Baja rock-crawling and highway-speed desert-dune conquering. The car sits on 37-inch BFGoodrich K02 tires, which come as standard. The Bronco Raptor has also a towing capacity of up to 4500 pounds – about 1,000 pounds more than the regular Bronco.

2022 Ford Bronco Raptor: Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

The 2022 Bronco Raptor doesn't see any significant changes in its interior design. That means that the car shares several features with the regular Bronco, and the includes a rubberized washout flooring, marine-grade vinyl seats, a 360-degree camera, removable body panels, and an overhead set of auxiliary toggles.

However, owners can opt for upgraded features such as leather-trimmed seats, vinyl-wrapped instrument panel topper, carpet flooring, and sport-contoured steering wheel with gloss black Raptor logo center and magnesium paddle shifters. Bronco Raptor comes also standard with a rack to mount smartphones and GoPro cameras. The car also gets a row of rubberized buttons for features such as a differential lock and traction control.

With regards to comfort and cargo space, the 2-door version can accommodate up to four people and its legroom is pretty good (about 35.7 inches). The cargo room expands to 52.3 cubic feet when the rear seats are folded down. The 4-door Bronco comes with an additional small middle back seat. Its legroom and cargo space can be increased to 36.3 inches and 38.3/83 cubic feet, respectively.

2022 Ford Bronco Raptor: Infotainment and Tech

The Bronco Raptor’s interior features a 12-inch center touchscreen, a Bang & Olufsen 10-speaker system, and the automaker’s latest in-dash Sync 4 software. The Bronco’s infotainment system is capable of powering a wide range of modern infotainment features, including a subscription-based Wi-Fi hotspot, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

2022 Ford Bronco Raptor: Exterior Styling

As for exterior features, the Bronco Raptor comes with a modular steel front bumper, a removable hard-top, integrated removable Rigid LED fog-and off-road lamps, a slide-out tailgate for a 4-door model, side mirrors, stylized headlights, wider front fender flares, sheet- metal sculpted rear-quarter panels, and removable doors that are made of aluminum. Raptor logos feature on the left and right of the Bronco’s hood.

The car is available in various color options including Hot Pepper Red Metallic, Eruption Green Metallic, Velocity Blue Metallic, Iconic Silver Metallic, Shadow Black, Oxford White, Area 51, Cyber Orange Metallic Tri-Coat, Cactus Gray, and code orange color.

FAQ

What is a Safari-Style Roof on Bronco?

This is a tall roof that features a rack and can easily transform your outdoors into a safari. The roof comes complete with storage on your Bronco’s roof and also has tall ceilings for improved cargo space and rear headroom. According to Ford, the roof rack itself can carry up to 150 pounds of weight. a Safari-Style Roof on Bronco can be used to carry things such as bikes, scooters, camping tents, and more.

What is meant by the term Ultra4 Racing?

Unlimited 4 Wheel Drive or Ultra4 racing started as a class in the King of the Hammers off-road races in the Johnson Valley, USA. As per the Ultra4 Racing website, for a car to be in this class, it must have a 4-wheel drive. Cars in Ultra4 are also capable of attaining top speeds of over 100mph. Being one of the series’ sponsors and “the official car” of the Ultra4 Racing and

King of the Hammers, the 2022 Bronco Raptor will be featured at this year’s King of the Hammers in California, on February 3.

How Much Does a 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor Cost?

The 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor has a starting price of $69,995, destination fee included. It’s worth noting that this price is slightly below the price of a 2022 F-150 Raptor or a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392. The 2022 F-150 Raptor’s starting price is around $78,470, whereas that of a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 is $76,395.

However, with the 2022 Bronco Raptor promising better desert-bashing capability and other more advanced off-road technology, hardcore off-road enthusiasts should expect to dig deep into their pockets to drive this monster.

The car is scheduled to hit our roads starting in summer.

The Final Call

The 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor is the next generation of the all-wheel-drive Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) series, effectively built for the sightseer, thrill-seeker, or day-tripper. Outfitted with beefy suspension, all-terrain tires, stress-free clean-up surfaces, ample cabin space, and a slide-out tailgate, the Bronco Raptor is your gateway to off-road adventures.