2017 Ford F-150 Raptor Release Date
The new and improved 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor release date is within sight! This new model Raptor will highlight a combination of the same great features as previous years and brand new concepts that promise to make the capabilities of this off-road optimized Ford truck even better. We’re particularly excited about the driving modes on the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor which promise to improve the driving experience no matter the terrain.
2017 Raptor Terrain Management System
The all-new Terrain Management System that will be available on the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor allows the driver to select from a variety of pre-set driving modes that improve driving dynamics depending on conditions. The choice of each mode changes aspects of the powertrain, driveline, traction, and stability control. Available modes will be:
- Normal – This mode will be the regular choice, perfect for day to day travel, when all you really want is a reliable Ford F-150.
- Street – Want a higher-performance, on-road experience? This mode will be ideal.
- Weather – Tired of struggling through snow or ice with uncertain traction? No problem.
- Mud and Sand – Planning to hit sandy or muddy off-roading? This mode is for you.
- Baja – If you are going flat out on the beach (doesn’t that sound like fun?) try this high-speed option.
- Rock – Climbing a mountain? Let this mode run you slow and steady over those rocks.
Refined Transfer Case Performance
Also improving off-roading capability on the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor will be a new transfer case. This device, which handles the power distribution for the Raptor’s wheels, should combine the best features of versatile all-wheel drive with the reliable aspects of four-wheel drive. This transfer case should improve high and low speed traction in all kinds of on and off-road environments.
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Improved engine on the 2017 Ford Raptor
The current Ford F-150 Raptor truck comes with a 6.2-liter V8 that produces 411 horsepower. The 3.5-liter Ecoboost that will come standard on the 2017 model promises to increase that horsepower number and do so with greater fuel efficiency. Along with all the other powertrain enhancements in place for the 2017 year, like a new 10-speed transmission, the new Raptor should set new standards for efficiency and performance.
Look for the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor and its awesome driving modes to arrive in Georgia sometime in fall 2016.
Any actual release dates or date to accept orders on the 2017 Raptor? Cost/ build info available? Thanks