2026 Ford Ranger

Fox Live Valve shocks, a Watts link rear suspension and 17-inch bead-lock capable wheels on LT285/70R17 all-terrain tires tell you what this new 2026 Ford Ranger Raptor SuperCrew 4x4 at Michigan City Ford in Michigan City, Indiana is all about. Finished in Shadow Black with a 3.0L EcoBoost and a 10-speed automatic, it is a midsize Raptor for the driver who wants to go exploring and still fit comfortably in the daily routine.Factory options on the window sticker come to $2,510 as the original listed cost of added equipment when new. The 17-inch bead-lock capable wheels at $1,495 are the headline, the upgrade off-road fans look for first. A ToughBed spray-in bedliner at $525 helps protect the box from gear and gravel, a three-year SiriusXM with 360L plan at $300 keeps the music going, and an engine block heater at $190 is a welcome thing to have in a northern Indiana winter. Equipment Group 800A builds the Raptor series, and the list also includes the LT285/70R17 all-terrain tires and all-weather floor liners and mats. The sticker separately shows dealer-installed items, a spare tire lock, a wireless keyless entry keypad and a wheel lock kit, which are not part of the factory figure above.The Raptor hardware is the reason to buy this truck. Fox Live Valve shocks and the Watts link rear suspension are the heart of the setup, a fully boxed steel frame gives everything a solid foundation, and a full-size spare tire and wheel means a flat does not have to end the day. Four-wheel drive helps on sand, snow and rough two-tracks, and upfitter switches give you a clean way to wire in accessories for your own setup. LED projector headlamps with auto high beam and fog lamps light up dark county roads, power folding mirrors help in tight trails and garages, and LED taillamps and wheel lip moldings finish the look. A remote tailgate lock and a power sliding rear window add everyday convenience, and an Easy Fuel capless filler keeps fill-ups simple.Inside, Ebony leather-trimmed Raptor unique seats are power adjustable and heated up front with driver memory, and the heated steering wheel makes cold starts far easier to take. Dual-zone automatic climate control keeps both front occupants comfortable, ambient lighting adds a nice touch after dark, and a 12-inch cluster display sits ahead of the driver. SYNC 4A runs on a 12-inch screen, a modem and the Ford app keep you connected, and 12-volt and USB power points keep devices charged. Intelligent access with push-button start, a remote start system, remote keyless entry, one-touch up and down driver and passenger windows and dual illuminated vanity mirrors round out the daily comforts.Ford Co-Pilot360, BLIS with cross-traffic alert, a lane-keeping system, pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking and a rear view camera support an attentive driver and do not replace one. The Safety Canopy airbag system, anti-lock brakes, tire pressure monitoring, the SecuriLock anti-theft system and the LATCH child safety