Ford Philippines recently celebrated a milestone for the Ranger Raptor 3.0L V6 as the nameplate marks its first anniversary since it was launched in the country. Currently, the Raptor V6 community in the Philippines has grown to 1,000 proud owners.
The Ranger Raptor 3.0L V6 first arrived at the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) in October last year with limited availability. Strong demand from enthusiasts prompted Ford Philippines to make the Raptor V6 a mainstay in its formidable vehicle lineup in January.
“The response to the Ranger Raptor 3.0L V6 in its first year has been incredible,” says Ford Philippines managing director and president Pedro Simoes. “Customers have embraced it as both a serious performance pickup and a trusted everyday companion, and their stories show how strongly the truck fits Filipino lifestyles.”
Engineered by Ford Performance, the Ranger Raptor 3.0L V6 features a 3.0-liter twin-turbo EcoBoost engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission delivering 397 PS of power and 583 Nm of torque. The truck is supported by FOX 2.5-inch Live Valve Internal Bypass Shock Absorbers and up to 7 selectable drive modes, including Baja mode for high-speed off-road driving. These technologies allow customers to enjoy confident and exciting journeys from city roads to rough terrains.
One tough truck isn’t enough
System integrator Angel Santiago is one of the early owners of the Raptor 3.0L V6, and his work involves regular client visits which often required long drives. After seeing the Raptor V6 at the launch, he decided to add it to his garage despite already having a 2.0L diesel version. “I have two identical-looking Raptors – both black, and both have Monday coding plates.” Yet, he doesn’t see it as a problem. As much as he can, he uses his V6 to travel between his home, his office, showrooms and project sites. “No matter the distance, the Raptor V6 turned my client visits into something I look forward to,” he says.
Rain or… more rain
Ivan Capati, another owner, shared that his most memorable drive so far was his first solo trip to La Union and Baguio over three days, taken in heavy rain with some sections of the route flooded. “Despite the adverse weather condition, I never felt unsafe at any point. Mind you, I usually bring someone with me in case something happened and I would need help. This time, however, the Raptor V6 felt planted, powerful, and comfortable the whole way, so I never felt stressed,” he shared.
Roger that, Raptor
For Roger Aventurado, a Raptor car club member, the V6 represents the latest step in a long relationship with Ford. He said he owned multiple Ranger variants from 2018 onward, before finally getting a Raptor V6 earlier this year. He now drives his Raptor V6 nearly every day and considers it his best Raptor yet in terms of performance and presence on the road. “I have owned several Ford pickups since 2018, but the Raptor V6 is on a different level. It is the first pickup that truly feels like a reward for all those years of work,” he says.
Next-level difference
For Ken Chee, another member of a local Raptor club, owning a V6 is the natural progression of a long relationship with Ford. Prior to acquiring the 3.0L version, he owned various iterations of the Ranger Raptor. That didn’t stop him from getting a V6 in August this year. “I already know the 2.0L Raptor is a good ride, but I was pleasantly surprised with the 3.0L version. You can actually feel a next-level difference, especially when traveling on rough roads.”
A long family trip validates choice
And then, there’s Zainal Limpao, another longtime Ford loyalist who alternates driving his V6 and his Ford Everest. He was among the first batch of Raptor 3.0L buyers during the launch last year, and according to him, it was money well-spent. A round-trip drive from Cavite to Pangasinan validated his choice. “I had my family with me during the trip, and it was raining most of the time. The all-wheel drive and the V6 power helped a lot, so what should’ve been a long and grueling trip was actually a smooth and enjoyable ride,” he shared.
After a year on Philippine roads, the Raptor 3.0L V6 has definitely settled into the lives of its proud owners not only as a capable performance pickup, but as a source of everyday enjoyment that turns routine drives and long journeys into memorable experiences.
Log on to Ford Philippines’ official website https://www.ford.com.ph/ to know more about the Ranger Raptor 3.0L V6, as well as the rest of the carmaker’s line of ICE-powered, hybrid, and EVs.