2027 Ford Bronco Raptor Release Date Update – As of August 2026, Ford has not announced a specific calendar “release date” or major redesign for a all-new 2027 Ford Bronco Raptor. The model continues as the top performance trim in the sixth-generation Bronco lineup (introduced for 2021), with the 2027 model year expected to follow the normal production and dealer availability cycle for Ford vehicles.
U.S. buyers typically see 2027-model-year Broncos begin arriving at dealerships in late 2026 or early 2027, once 2026 inventory clears and order banks shift. Exact timing depends on production schedules at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan, where all Broncos (including the Raptor) are built.
Current Bronco Raptor Specs and Pricing Carryover Expectations
The Bronco Raptor remains powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6 producing 418 horsepower and approximately 440 lb-ft of torque, paired exclusively with a 10-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel drive. It features the HOSS 4.0 suspension with Fox Live Valve 3.1 internal-bypass dampers, standard 37-inch all-terrain tires, a wider body, reinforced components, and multiple off-road drive modes including Baja.
For the 2026 model year, the Bronco Raptor starts at an MSRP of $79,995 (after a significant mid-year price adjustment from earlier figures near $90,000). Pricing for the 2027 model year is expected to remain in a similar range absent major equipment changes, though final numbers, destination charges, and any options will be confirmed closer to order availability. Maximum towing is rated at 4,500 pounds.
Ford has stated there are no near-term plans for a more extreme “Raptor R” version of the Bronco.
Related 2027 Bronco News: The RTR “Raptor Lite”
While the full Bronco Raptor carries over, the biggest related news for 2027 is the new Bronco RTR (Ready To Rock). Developed with Vaughn Gittin Jr.’s RTR Vehicles, it is positioned as a more affordable high-speed off-road alternative that borrows select Raptor hardware (including the 1,000-watt cooling fan and reinforced steering) while using a lighter turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine (around 300 hp) with anti-lag technology.
Standard equipment includes 33-inch tires and a high-clearance suspension; the available Sasquatch package adds 35-inch tires, Fox internal-bypass dampers (HOSS 3.0), and a locking front differential. Distinctive Hyper Lime accents, unique styling, and a Baja Mode complete the package. Order banks are scheduled to open in fall/October 2026, with customer deliveries beginning in January 2027 (Q1 2027). Pricing is expected to start under the cost of a Badlands with Sasquatch (roughly in the low-to-mid $50,000s).
A separate premium 2027 Bronco Filson special edition (with a detuned version of the Raptor’s 3.0-liter V6 and luxury outdoor-inspired features) is also slated for early 2027 deliveries after fall 2026 orders, targeting the mid-$70,000s.
What U.S. Buyers Should Know?
- No major redesign — Ford engineers have indicated the current sixth-generation Bronco will continue with incremental improvements rather than a full refresh for 2027.
- Ordering — Watch Ford’s configurator and dealer networks in late 2026 for 2027 model-year Bronco Raptor order guides.
- Availability — Expect showroom arrivals and deliveries to ramp up in the first half of 2027, consistent with typical model-year transitions.
- Alternatives — Shoppers seeking Raptor-level capability at a lower price point should closely follow the Bronco RTR timeline.
For the most current details, check Ford.com, authorized U.S. dealers, or official Ford announcements as order banks open later in 2026. Specs, pricing, and exact timing can shift based on production and market conditions.