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Those rumors have been around ever since the gen2 raptor came out. Even if the raptor gets a v8 again, which is unlikely, the Bronco would be even more unlikely to get one. Considering this is based on the ranger platform, and the supposed US ranger raptor will get the 2.7 the bronco actually getting the 2.7 more or less confirms that in my mind. I would imagine any raptor version of the bronco would get a tuned 2.7 in it. Which shouldn’t be a disappointment. 2.7s with a tune make some very good power, get better mpg(which is needed for cafe), weigh less, and as we know from Jeep will be easier to deal with crash ratings and cooling.
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The only reason that the Raptor MIGHT get a v8 is the TRX competition. The same reason Jeepers have a v8 option in the works...competition.
If Jeep sells tons of the 6.4l v8, Ford will find a way to stuff a v8 in the Bronco. Believe it or not, the 7.3 isn’t that much larger or heavier than the 3.5 considering the displacement difference. That said, I love the 3.5 HO with a tune and am happy virtually every time I drive it.
I agree on the 2.7. With a tune, it’s a beast for the size.