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Originally Posted by Whistlr
V8 all the things!
I think Ford will be keeping a close eye on demand and if it's through the roof then yeah I think the V8 will, or at least should be made an option for lower specced models, and the Everest.
My question is which V8 spec will they get? The Mustang spec or the F series spec? There's quite a difference in power and torque, the latter being made for durability with around 300kW and 500Nm. Still stout. Queue the aftermarket superchargers and Turbochargers.
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This is insane but in a good way.
Not so long ago, suggesting Ford would do a V8 Ranger would get you laughed off the boards.
Now we're seriously considering what power level V8 should Ranger have.
Why not:
Ranger Raptor....300kW and 500Nm (F150 V8 cheaper and easier fit than EB V6)
Ranger Raptor R Spec.......Mustang R Spec S/C 5.0 V8...for those terminally addicted.
Honestly, these three engines for Ranger and job done: 2.0 diesel, 3.0 diesel, 5.0 Coyote
Most HP buyers would love the V8 even if it was 300 Kw F150 version, the potential is huge.