If we take an objective look at the math, the numbers show that the base price for the Raptor R is about 40 percent more expensive than the base price for the 'regular' Raptor. Deciding between the more affordable EcoBoost V-6 model and the mega-motor V-8 Raptor R is a tough call. The F-150 Raptor is only offered with a crew-cab body style called SuperCrew. The Raptor is on the endangered species list of high-horsepower pickups now that the 702-hp Ram 1500 TRX is to be discontinued, leaving the 835-hp all-electric Rivian R1T as a somewhat obscure competitor. With every tool in the box besides subtlety, the Raptor's Fox Dual Live Valve dampers and long-travel suspension make flying over rough terrain marshmallow soft, and even when it isn't blasting down ORV trails doing its best WRC rally-car impression, the Raptor's incredibly comfortable ride makes it feel as smooth as an absurdly tall luxury car.
The Raptor R is the bodybuilder in the family, with a more glorious roar from its 700-hp supercharged V-8. The Raptor muscles out 450 horsepower from a twin-turbocharged V-6 bolted to a 10-speed automatic transmission. Think of it as a full-size F-150 that's been fed nothing but creatine, dumbbells, and gallons of Bang Energy drink during development. The Ford F-150 Raptor pumps out so much fun and such oversize thrills, you'd assume that it had been outlawed years ago.
