GEN 1 vs 2 vs 3 RAPTOR SHOOTOUT // Is The V8 Still King?

In this episode, we battle ALL THREE of the Ford F150 Raptor Generations in a 3 way shoot out comparison!

Welcome to the YouTube show where we rate vehicles on our Hipster Scale and give insight on "Who is this car for?" As well as give our thoughts on Interior, Exterior, Powertrain and Dynamics.

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Chapters:
0:00 | Intro
0:31 | Exterior
1:47 | Interior
5:22 | Engine & Transmission // Powertrain
7:36 | Nuts & Bolts // Chassis
12:03 | 0-60, Launch, Road Test & Dynamics
19:56 | Hill Test - Off Road
21:29 | Trail Control Demonstration
22:44 | Conclusions

#raptor #dragrace #fordraptor

[jdhooo]

Special ordered a 6.2 gen 1 with no options. Out the door for 43k. Best truck I ever owned. Still own it.

[jibrilthegreat]

As a gen 1 owner, I can say Im keeping it forever. I love the 6.2L and the 6R80 trans, ive got quite a few mods and it performs better than stock at 184K miles. Awesome truck.

[lmccol]

Very thorough, honest review. I owned a 17 & 18 Gen 2. And now own a 22 Gen 3. They have all been my daily drivers, and I have off roaded all three extensively. The only thing I think you missed in the comparison is the huge difference the rear coils make in the ride and performance of the Gen 3, especially off road. I'm my opinion that by far is the biggest upgrade they made in the Gen 3's. And it's much more important than the exhaust options, which I love.

The axle wrap and wheel hop that came with the rear leafs on the Gen 2's is the major reason that Ford detuned the Gen 2's. So people wouldn't be ripping the rear ends out from under the trucks.

With the 5 link suspension, Ford engineers tuned the Gen 3's more aggressively from the factory. That's why you see the big difference in 0-60 times. Even though the trucks make the same HP and torque on paper. By the way, the problems with the 10 speed transmission that you mention can be resolved completely with a good tune and TCM.

I'm running a Cobb Accessport and custom tunes and TCM from GooseTuned. Who specializes in tuning these trucks. My 93 MAP provides me with another 100 HP and 80 fps of torque, at the tires. But I decided to install 1050CC injectors so I can run E85. Which gives me roughly another 50 HP and 40fps of torque, at the tires, over the 93 tune. It is a completely different beast and driving experience!

Take both the Gen 2 and Gen 3 off road. Where you are running them over whoops and around corners at speed. I think you will agree that the five link rear suspension is the biggest upgrade over the two trucks. In my opinion, it's a game changer off road!

[surgecaliber]

Gen 2 hands down for me is the one I’d choose
If it had the 6.2 . The gen 2 to me has a more aggressive appeal

[Nich_Pavelow]

Gen 1 engine and trans.
Gen 2 body and bed
Gen 3 interior and suspension

Perfect build

[christiandulaney]

I just purchased a MINT Gen 2 2018 with 40K miles on it for 39, 000! My friend bought a 2018 with 60K miles on it last year for 59K (extended warranty). The markets have finally come back down to earth. Thank goodness

[rafaelalmo]

Gen 1 all day, you can upgrade suspension anytime and infotainment system... it might be old but it still an asS kicker but Gen 2 style interior and exterior is brilliant... If I had the money I'll do a 6.2L supercharge swap on Gen 2 👌🏽

[vfrrob]

Great video! Your original review of the Gen 1 convinced me to buy a low mileage 2012 model last year. I have absolutely no regrets. Can’t wait for a review of the R!

[funkified-]

Great side by side comparison. I’ve toyed with the thought of upgrading to a new Rap, but I think my Gen Juan is here to stay!

[gordie]

I feel like the Gen 3 looks the best, especially in the front end, but I can help but love that 6.2 in the Gen 1, such a beast

[nickwestfield]

Great video, I had a 2014, 2017, 2018 and went back to a 2013. Cam Phaser issues were notorious for me. I currently have 130k on my Gen1 and it's solid as hell. I do miss some of the visuals of the gen2 but I still prefer the gen1 overall. Swapped out my steering wheel from a gen2 and changed the infotainment system and that's it for the interior for me.

[rdsii]

One thing you forgot about the Gen 1 running in the baha 1000. While Ford goal was to simply finish the race, the raptor didn't finish last. Yes it actual faired better than some of the purpose built trophy trucks that raced that day.

[chunkymonkeymatt]

I prefer the headlights on the Gen 2 Raptor over the Gen 3

[Kristianbaso]

when I was in 9th gradee these first came out. A kid at my schools dad had oneand hearing that v8 coming to pick him up was insane. Picked up the Gen 2 about a year ago and I'll probably have this thing until my kids can drive. Best truck out there!

[farmingforfun]

Currently in the market for a gen 1, I've had nothing but issues out of my last 3.5 ecoboost and everyone I know with the 3.5 has issues. If the 3.5 in my last f150 didn't leave such a bad taste in my mouth I'd be going for gen 2 all day long. They look so good

[ThunderJarvis]

I had a 2018 Gen 2 loaded in black and it was my favorite vehicle of all time. I absolutely loved it. It didn’t have live valve shocks though and I also wanted to run 37s so I traded it in on a Gen 3 loaded in black on 37s this week. OMG! Way more difference than you guys are giving credit. It’s night and day. I feel like I’m driving in a cloud. There’s no comparison. Maybe it’s the 37s that’s making the difference. But the power is more in your face. The traction is way better in the rear and feels planted now. Sound system is way better. Exhaust is killer. I took off from my office yesterday and my staff ran to the window to see who it was that made that awesome race car sound. The texted me saying it was awesome. Haha. Ford nailed it with this one. I have no reason to pay another $70k for the R. I’m so happy with this truck so far. It just makes me want to go fast all the time. 😂😎👍

[rayswiney]

Having just purchased my Gen 3 with 35's in Code Orange, I can honestly say I am 100% satisfied. Thanks for the great review. Information only, no ridiculous music or annoying constant loud laughing, only great information. Thanks again.

[ttecsolar]

My Raptor - Tickford turbo back exhaust
Tickford ugrade front brakes
Tickford upgrade 18" Method Race rims with Bridgestone rubber
TurboSmart blow off valve
Fenix Massive intercooler upgrade
Fabulous Fab twin airbox upgrade
Dyno tuned.
WHAT A BEAST. WELCOME TO THE 300kw+ CLUB

[josephtessaro]

We have a 2017 Raptor, bought used (1 owner) in mint condition. Anderson Composite carbon front fenders, Method bead locks and we put an MPT tune (a couple options...91, 93) and simply love the truck. The V6 Twin Turbo Ecoboost now puts out 590 HP, 640 Ft LBS Torque on the 93 tune and is so much fun. We've put so many off road miles on it...Mojave, Moab, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana...it just rips.

My only complaint, if I have any...is it just doesn't sound like a good ol' V8 motor. Man V8's just have that certain rumble, sound...makes me want to get a 2024 Raptor R but just can't justify spending the money on one when I love our 2017!!!

[cbarfoot]

I have a Gen 3 and OMG it's insane for awesome. Best built truck ever.