15. Ford Raptor
Since modern trucks come with more powerful engines, 4×4 drivetrains, and tougher suspensions, it was only a matter of time before someone sold a proper off-road performance truck. Ford answered the call for one in 2010 with the first-generation F-150 Raptor. Now there is a new and even better Raptor with amazing performance.
The latest Ford Raptor includes a 3.5-liter turbocharged V6 with 450 HP and 510 lb-ft. It also has a 10-speed automatic transmission with sub-five-second acceleration times. Although that suggests it’s an exotic supercar, it’s a full-size pickup truck with room for five people and a regular truck bed.
The Ford Raptor is the closest thing to a full Baja 1000 racing vehicle that drivers can buy today. The truck-buying public didn’t expect such a move, but they were fascinated by the truck’s looks, performance, and capabilities. The idea behind the Raptor was to construct the fastest off-road truck money could buy.
Ford did just that through installing numerous chassis and suspension upgrades as well as a powerful engine. The best thing about the Raptor is that Ford prepared an extreme off-road truck with a warranty for customers. With multiple driving modes, a 10-speed automatic gearbox and an adaptive suspension, you can take this truck rock crawling, desert crossing or mud dipping. Ford did a great job of combining the toughness of an extreme off-road truck with the usability of a regular modern pickup.