2026 Ford F-150 Raptor Pictures, Engine, Redesign – I don’t often get to use “Yee-haw!” in the context of a vehicle review, but there aren’t many other ways to adequately describe the 2026 Ford F-150 Raptor.For those who appreciate off-roading in wide-open spaces, this beast is among the ultimate warriors. Purpose-built seldom comes cheap, of course, and the Raptor, made only as a crew cab, starts at $86,349. My tester’s option list was generously checked, for a final tally of $109,339 before a non-negotiable delivery fee of $1,995.
2026 Ford F-150 Raptor Redesign and Update Plan
Exterior and Interior
One would expect a lot in a truck that starts north of $86,000 and the Raptor doesn’t disappoint, with much of that cash strapped to its unique suspension and driveline upgrades. Beyond that, standard features include adaptive LED headlights, mirror-mounted spotlights (handy when unlocking my community mailbox after dark), power-folding mirrors, a power-sliding rear window, running boards, 12-inch infotainment screen, dual-zone climate control, and more.
My $7,850 Equipment Group added such diverse items as a Torsen front differential, under-seat storage, navigation, premium stereo, towing package, and a fold-out console cover that creates a work or lunch surface. 2026 Ford F-150 Raptor Pictures
2026 Ford F-150 Raptor Specs
Once you’re over the hurdle of getting into the truck – it’s a long way up, even with the running boards – the Raptor is easy to operate. Despite the large centre screen, where some automakers might bury many of the oft-needed functions, Ford supplies simple buttons and dials for the climate control, stereo volume and tuning, and drive modes. A line of buttons atop the screen handles such items as the ignition stop-start system and cameras.
The touchscreen uses Ford’s latest interface, and it’s also easy to operate. There are large icons for each menu, such as phone or navigation, and from there, you get more large-and-simple icons to choose the functions you need. 2026 Ford F-150 Raptor Pictures
Engine and Performance
Only the hybrid’s powerplant surpasses it with electrically aided 570 lb-ft of torque, making it the greatest horsepower of any F-150 model. A ten-speed automatic gearbox delivers power smoothly and quickly, and there is always more than enough of it. And if you want to see something outrageous, crawl underneath the truck: one exhaust pipe loops around the other, to create equal-length pipes. 2026 Ford F-150 Raptor Pictures
The Raptor’s output pales beside the Ram 1500 TRX and its 702 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque, but because these two automakers must always one-up each other, expect to see an equally ridiculous Raptor R sometime next year.
2026 Ford F-150 Raptor Fuel Economy
The Raptor with the optional 37-inch tires is rated by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) at 16.0 L/100 km in the city; 14.4 on the highway; and 15.3 in combined driving (without the package, the Raptor’s combined rating is 14.6 L/100 km). Not surprisingly, that’s the thirstiest rating of all F-150 models. Premium fuel is recommended although not required. 2026 Ford F-150 Raptor Pictures
Twin turbos force a lot of air in when you want full yee-haw, of course, and with that air comes more fuel. In my week with it, including some off-road fun, I averaged 17.3 L/100 km.
2026 Ford F-150 Raptor Safety Features
Standard features include emergency front braking, automatic high-beam headlights, a reverse sensing system, blind-spot monitoring that includes trailer coverage, and a government-mandated rear-view camera with hitch assist. I also had a 360-degree camera, tucked into a substantial option package that added an equally substantial $7,850. 2026 Ford F-150 Raptor Pictures
2026 Ford F-150 Raptor Price and Release Date
The Raptor is very much a niche vehicle, and the “pay-to-play” rule applies. You don’t necessarily need to option it as high as mine was, but you’re still going to start at that $86,349 spot, because you simply can’t combine the Raptor’s driveline with a de-contented truck. And while you can get other trucks with decent off-road ability – including from Ford – nothing else has the Raptor’s Baja-racer checklist, other than the Ram TRX, and that one starts north of $125,000.
The Verdict
Nobody needs a Raptor, but there’s nothing wrong with wanting one – provided, of course, that you don’t complain when it won’t fit into underground parking garages, or it swallows half your paycheque to fill its tank. It’s expensive, but if you’re into covering that type of terrain, it’ll take a lot of time and money to outfit something else to what you’ll get straight out of the box. 2026 Ford F-150 Raptor Pictures