2025 Ford Raptor R Review

[Dudebrodude]

Carbonized grey crew for the win.

 

[DaveInMn]

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Good lookin truck! Looks just like the one I ordered (color wise at least) a couple of weeks ago.

How long did it take from order to delivery? TIA
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[Jzaveri89]

Thank you! I didn't order this one. It was someone else's order that they didn't end up buying.

I do have another 2025 ordered as well in space white metallic but not sure when its coming in.

 

[Arizona Free]

23 didn't have head's up, right?

I think you’re right. HUD I believe came out for the 24’s

 

[ams mike]

I think you’re right. HUD I believe came out for the 24’s

correct, my 23 R had no option for HUD

 

[hoot12]

Key fob thing ****** me off the most.

 

[trav7314]

Well, we now know some of the 2500 less parts being used on F-150s.

 

[DoubleX]

So now I have to go check the console carefully

The key fobs really bugged me. First world problem for sure, but still. I picked up 2024 key fobs and used the Raptor key backs as I haven't found a source for just the key backs.
Also:
- Raptor decal is gone from the supercharger (anyone have the part number?)
- Running boards now say Ford. I've heard these are shared w/ Tremor. I haven't compared the 'pattern' of the cutouts to see how different they are from '24 Raptor.
- Buttons above the Sync screen - just a dumb layout after moving/eliminating some of the buttons.
- No Box-Link at all
- The HUD is cool, but I haven't figured out how to get it to keep the settings (brightness/position)
- Of course the keypad is gone. I have the DIO keypad and it looks terrible. Still in the box on my desk.

I'm sure there are others, but these are the ones I've noticed in my first week of ownership. Sad that after purchasing such a beast these cost cutting changes keep being found/distract from the overall experience.

 

[BoostCreep]

So now I have to go check the console carefully

The key fobs really bugged me. First world problem for sure, but still. I picked up 2024 key fobs and used the Raptor key backs as I haven't found a source for just the key backs.
Also:
- Raptor decal is gone from the supercharger (anyone have the part number?)
- Running boards now say Ford. I've heard these are shared w/ Tremor. I haven't compared the 'pattern' of the cutouts to see how different they are from '24 Raptor.
- Buttons above the Sync screen - just a dumb layout after moving/eliminating some of the buttons.
- No Box-Link at all
- The HUD is cool, but I haven't figured out how to get it to keep the settings (brightness/position)
- Of course the keypad is gone. I have the DIO keypad and it looks terrible. Still in the box on my desk.

I'm sure there are others, but these are the ones I've noticed in my first week of ownership. Sad that after purchasing such a beast these cost cutting changes keep being found/distract from the overall experience.

The key fob and running boards are extremely lame.

 

[3er]

Hello Everyone,

I wanted to write this review. I just purchased a 2025 Raptor R. Prior to this, I had a the following:

2023 Raptor R
2023 Raptor (37)
2023 Raptor (35)
2021 Raptor
2021 Tremor
2021 TRX
2019 Raptor

There are a few differences from the the 2025 R and the 2023 R. Here are the differences I noticed so far:

1) 2023 Raptor R Sounds Louder. The 2025 is softer on the stock exhaust.
2) 2025 Raptor R rides smoother.
3) 2025 Has heated steering wheel.
4) 2025 The sound system sounds a bit better (to me at least).
5) 2025 Does not have the outdoor keypad which was my favorite feature on the trucks.
6) 2025 Middle console is smaller than the 2023, not noticeable right away.
7) 2025 Key fob doesn't have raptor written on the back.
8) 2025 Doesn't come with Bed Tie down anchors.
9) 2025 Carplay seems to work better but then again I only have 500 miles on it.
10) The auto hold brake is more sensitive. To engage it, you have to push a little more. If you have the brake held lightly, the auto brake doesn't engage. In the 2023, the auto hold was quick to engage.

Just wanted to share my thoughts on it.

I came from a '22 Raptor to a '24 R and while I can't comment on the R vs. R or specific '25 differences, I observed the exact same regarding both #2 and #4. Quite pleasantly surprised since these are noticeable day to day.