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These Are the Fords You Think Deserve the Raptor Treatment Next

These Are the Fords You Think Deserve the Raptor Treatment Next

SUVs, vans and sports cars are all long overdue Ford's Raptor treatment.

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A photo of a Ford Transit Connect van with a kayak on its roof.
Would you buy a Ford Transit Connect Raptor?
Photo: Ford

Happy National Raptor Month, everyone! It’s time to celebrate your favorite raptors out there, which apparently mostly means birds of prey such as eagles, hawks and owls.

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But, this is Jalopnik, so we’re spending time this month celebrating a different kind of raptor, the Ford kind of raptor. And while the Bronco and F-150 Raptors that the Blue Oval currently offers are nice, we thought the Raptor line could use some new blood.

So, we turned to you and asked what Fords should get the Raptor treatment next. Here are some of the top answers we received.

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2 / 19

Ford Expedition

Ford Expedition

A photo of a black Ford SUV driving on dirt.
Photo: Ford

“It would make sense if there was a Ford Expedition Raptor.”

Make a Ford Expedition Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: thedriveress

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3 / 19

Ford Focus

Ford Focus

A photo of a blue Ford Focus hatchback.
Photo: Ford

“Focus Raptor, the perfect Crosstrek alternative…”

Make a Ford Focus Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: Jamal Fringe (Facebook)

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4 / 19

Ford Super Duty

Ford Super Duty

A photo of two Ford Super Duty trucks.
Photo: Ford

“If they want to make the ultimate cash cow, they should do it to some sort of super duty diesel with the king ranch package. Take the most expensive pickup possible, add another $50k to the price tag for Raptor-ness, then rake it in.”

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Make a Ford Super Duty Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: bigred91

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5 / 19

Ford Transit

Ford Transit

A photo of a white Ford Transit van.
Photo: Ford

“Currently building an Adventure van with a 350 AWD Transit. So that.”

Make a Ford Transit Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: Angus Wan (Facebook)

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Ford Ka

A photo of a convertible Ford Ka city car
Photo: Ford

“The StreetKa.

“Because come on, taking something designed to be small, sensible and ideal for cramped European cities, then making it stupidly overpowered, lifted and ‘off-road’ capable is just fun.”

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Make a Ford Ka Raptor, you cowards.

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7 / 19

Ford Bronco Sport

Ford Bronco Sport

A photo of a yellow Ford Bronco Sport SUV.
Photo: Ford

“The Bronco Sport. Not everyone needs or wants a giant full-size Bronco with its huge price tag.”

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Make a Ford Bronco Sport Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: Mike Smith (Facebook)

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8 / 19

Ford Everest

Ford Everest

A photo of tree Ford Everest SUVs.
Photo: Ford

“I think it would be fun to see a Raptor version of the Everest that they sell down under.”

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Make a Ford Everest Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: anthonymcclinton

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9 / 19

Ford Mustang

Ford Mustang

A photo of three 2024 Ford Mustang cars.
Photo: Ford

“Raptor Mustang. It’s safari time. 😎”

Make a Ford Mustang Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: @NorthurnCrisp (Twitter)

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10 / 19

Ford Explorer

Ford Explorer

A photo of a Ford SUV in the woods.
Photo: Ford

“Definitely an Explorer Raptor to go several steps beyond the Timberline edition.”

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Make a Ford Explorer Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: leftylooseygoosey

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Ford GT

A photo of a special edition Ford GT supercar.
Photo: Ford

“Imagine a Ford GT Raptor. Instant ride height adjustment from track mode to stilts would be hilarious.”

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Make a Ford GT Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: Alexander Garside (Facebook)

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12 / 19

Ford Maverick

Ford Maverick

A photo of an orange Ford Maverick pickup truck.
Photo: Ford

“Maybe they already have one, but if not, then why not a Maverick Raptor.”

Make a Ford Maverick Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: slicks30r

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13 / 19

Lincoln Continental

Lincoln Continental

A photo of a blue Lincoln Continental.
Photo: Ford

“Lincoln Continental Mk V. If there’s a ditch you can’t cross, you can always use it as a bridge.”

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Make a Ford Lincoln Continental Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: Jace Hackworth (Facebook)

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14 / 19

Ford Transit Connect

Ford Transit Connect

A photo of a white Ford Transit Connect van.
Photo: Ford

“The world needs more RallyVans.

“Rally suspension, 2.0 EcoBoost with 250hp.

“I won’t even stretch my request and settle for an auto trans with paddle shifters, although a manual would rule.”

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Make a Ford Transit Connect Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: i86hotdogs

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15 / 19

Ford Mustang Mach-E

Ford Mustang Mach-E

A photo of an orange Ford Mustang Mach-E.
Photo: Ford

“It would help the Mach-E get some much needed street cred....”

Make a Ford Mustang Mach-E Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: Michael Clements (Facebook)

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16 / 19

Ford Puma

Ford Puma

A photo of a green Ford Puma SUV.
Photo: Ford

“Since they took away all of our sedans and wagons, the Puma is who needs it now (assuming Europe still gets it).”

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Make a Ford Puma Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: engineerthefuture

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17 / 19

Ford EcoSport

Ford EcoSport

A photo of a blue Ford EcoSport SUV.
Photo: Ford

“Ecosport .. with a Fiesta ST engine 😜👍”

Make a Ford EcoSport Raptor, you cowards.

Suggested by: @JayGran45091653 (Twitter)

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18 / 19

Enough is Enough

Enough is Enough

A photo of a Ford F-150 Raptor pickup truck.
Photo: Ford

“Nothing. Nothing needs a raptor treatment.

“How about making an EV that has a 500-mile range?

“Or an actual CAR. Any Car. That isn’t a Mustang.”

On second thought, maybe stop this madness.

Suggested by: charlesengasser

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