10 Reasons the 2019 Ford F-150 Raptor is the Coolest Truck (FOR NOW)

The Ford Raptor already has a reputation for being a beast, but the 2019 Raptor is better than ever. I'm going to give you 10 reasons why it's the coolest truck you can buy (for now). A lot of what makes up the Raptor is the exterior styling, off road capability, ridiculous power from the high output ecoboost, and more. Despite all of that, it's still a great people hauler that's comfortable and quiet. I believe the 2019 Ford F-150 Raptor is the coolest truck you can buy as of right now, until the new Rivian electric truck comes out and we know more information about it. Let me know what you think!
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-Nolan Merrill for Prime Autotainment

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Thanks for watching! This Raptor was priced around $64k. I misspoke talking about the camera..it's an additional front camera and not a true 360 camera! What do y'all think of the Raptor...is it the coolest truck in your opinion?

[@ZalmaiPashtun]

Undoubtedly the Raptor is the coolest and badass truck in North America. It is stylish, big, bold and capable. I have been only driving Toys and Nissans but hands down the Raptor is truck like no other

[@tigerfan8244]

I’ll keep this short Nolan. That is one bad ass truck!

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Hikmatullah for sure! It’s unique and fun. Great to hear from you Hik! 😁

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Jonathan Schmidt no doubt! I wish I could have taken it somewhere. But the 4Runner video coming soon has actual off roading 👍

[@tigerfan8244]

Prime Autotainment Looking forward to that one! The Raptor would have been a blast off road....especially catching air like that blue one was. Get it back! I’ll come to Texas! I’ll bring you a Subaru! 😂

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

there's nothing better than the Raptor...in a class all by itself. THE KING OF TRUCKS

[@PrimeAutotainment]

It’s a beast...I wish I could have truly taken it off roading!

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

@@PrimeAutotainment rent one...lol

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Now that sounds like a fun time

[@goldpony]

Love that you were able to get a bit off road in this beast! Nice vid!

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Man I really really wanted to take it somewhere and do more but oh well thanks for watching!

[@NorthernLaw_]

Still planning on getting a Raptor, ever since 2014 and they are the coolest truck out there

[@Cor-ds1du]

Bought mine yesterday.. velocity blue.

[@ludovicoc7046]

Not sure, but I think it's the law in Texas that you have to own a truck.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Haha yes seriously...pretty sure you’re right

[@JoseCMoreno-qo2ou]

Damn right in Texas if you don’t own a truck you can’t say you’re a true Texan

[@Ahmad-yw5hl]

I’m happy to see your channel improved in amazing way and I love your content keep going the hard work brother. Actually, I just trade my F-150 two weeks ago for the 2019 GMC HD and what I love about the F-150 the reliability.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Ahmad Al Ameer I appreciate that! Very cool I hope you enjoy it!

[@HappyCarReviews]

The only thing this truck is missing, is... ME! 😍

[@elmermamaril7670]

Stunning beast truck

[@MoNoK15]

The Raptor would be my choice from the Ford lineup. Great review Nolan 😊

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Same here. Thanks again! 😁

[@mustang302gmbh]

Awesome truck!

[@mrandy2229]

This is really amazing truck.

[@Navs126]

Genuine reviewer 👌🏼

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Thank you!

[@Josh_wardell]

Winches and narrow trails are where Jeeps come in. Think Prerunner/trophy truck. That’s what this thing reminds me of.

[@spencer1344]

My dream truck 😍

[@KnightWing408]

Can the v6 be superchardged and can the truck switch to rwd 2x4 also? I like the truck though. Very masculine and aggressive.

[@howto.5666]

The phone on the tire 😋😂

[@landmonitor7745]

This is a awesome track I wounded one now he'll ya

[@markuscamp8525]

As a Real Estate agent, this motivates me to sell more houses so I could get one of these.

[@ayulestari8794]

Kapan lah buka kembali dialer ford ini...ingin kali beli....

[@jameshorton7496]

My son just bought a 2019 Raptor last week. It's quite a vehicle, lots of great features, plenty of power, and a great ride. He got the Ford Performance Blue and it looks great. I'd go for the Race Red myself. One thing though. He's having problems already with the SYNC3 system and it seems like it's company wide. He's read of others having the same thing happening. It will freeze up, not follow commands, screen will go dark, but music keeps playing, change the radio station and visually it changes, but it still plays the previous station. Looks like he'll have to take it in, but he's also read that the techs at the dealer don't seem to know what to do to correct it.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Dang that’s a bummer. Hopefully soon they get that taken care of, frustrating but a sweet truck indeed. Hope he enjoys it! 👍

[@wijiepiquero9755]

I will wait for the manual for this one

[@963memo000]

I want a v12 supercharged turbocharged Raptor with Trophy truck like suspensions. Thank you...

[@francososa638]

Is so powerful and gorgeous truck, but the monthly payment is to much for me. But is my dream truck 💪🏼🏎💨

[@keystonedaytrip238]

Franco Sosa Same here , I'm not used to ever saying "I can't afford it" :( It bums me out

[@derbyjr]

It will be the coolest truck until Ford makes another Raptor. The Raptor will always be the coolest truck in existence

[@nononowhoa8567]

Tough and stunning

[@ludovicoc7046]

You mean Nolan or the truck? :-P

[@johnt6673]

Love my 2017 supercab. I can not wait till ford redesigns the raptor, and with more power/torque. Then I will trade for the newest one.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Glad to hear it!

[@blackpearlaruba9227]

Second only to the Gen. 1 Raptor

[@user-gx1om5oh9k]

I see you i love you Ford

[@jackmac66]

Nolan best truck reviewer period

[@PrimeAutotainment]

jackmac66 haha thank you very much! I just wish I could have done some real off roading while I had it!

[@jackmac66]

Still waiting for the new ram review....

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Me too! I’m getting impatient lol. Once upon a time they “denied” me. Nowadays the people I know that can make it happen are hard to communicate with. I’m really hoping it’s soon...

[@graphguy]

All over CA you have dealers trying to slap on $20k.... they can KMA.

[@shahrukhabbas7687]

If ford put the new 7.3 big block v8 out of the Ford F-250 in the raptor and make it ecoboost it will become a more badass machine.

[@Bailey_54R]

7.3 weighs too much. The coyote is too unreliable with boost. If they were to introduce a v8 it would most likely be the voodoo (5.2L that makes 526hp Naturally aspirated). If they were able to beef up the voodoo to reliably (over 200k mi life expectancy) take 8 or so psi of boost it would roughly make 700hp to the wheels

[@jeffflick2573]

What's wrong with the 6.4 liter that was used in the raptor several years ago? It was either a 6.4 or 6.2 nonetheless wasn't it a decent engine? Also how could anyone say that the 5.0 coyote engine is not reliable? It may only be good for 400 to 425 HP but at those HP numbers it's still a reliable engine for the most part!

[@Bailey_54R]

@@jeffflick2573 The older raptor was a 6.2L which was a few hundred pounds less than the new 7.3L. Yes the 5.0 coyote is a reliable engine however it isn't too boost friendly.

[@calvinellis4610]

I have the same exact truck had a black one the only trouble I had was going through a automatic car wash the pressure took part of the Raptor graphic off but Ford replaced it.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

That’s awesome! Woah I wouldn’t expect that but glad they replaced it

[@Star_Gazer_77]

Do you have to run premium fuel? Or can mid grade work?

[@PrimeAutotainment]

From what I’ve seen in the manuals for any of the ecoboost engines (not sure if it includes this high output version) but it says it’s designed to operate with a regular unleaded minimum of 87, but for beat overall vehicle and engine performance use 91 ...I’ve looked at forums and see people using both. Sorry I can’t say for sure!

[@ryananderson3973]

Big GM fan but they are moving to mexico so I am highly considering and looking at this truck

[@PrimeAutotainment]

It’s a sweet ride for sure. For the price..definitely some others that are more practical or feature reach (minus the off road capability) but this was still fun to drive around

[@warclub2175]

Not a ford person but I really want one

[@brianmerrill2362]

After your review I'm starting to like Ford trucks!!!!

[@PrimeAutotainment]

They’ve grown on me a lot too!

[@r1powerburn]

Bad ass truck! the gen 1 looks more like a baha truck though plus its a SVT product. Great video👍🇺🇸

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Yes it really does! Thank you 😁👍

[@ZmannR2]

Why haven't you reviewed the new Ram 1500? Thing looks badass!

[@PrimeAutotainment]

I really want to. I was denied by FCA and haven’t been able to get one from a dealer. I’m hoping soon...I don’t have access to any Ram dodge jeep Chrysler stuff yet. Bugs me. Can’t wait to though!

[@ZmannR2]

Prime Autotainment you think you’ll like it better than the F150 and Silverado? I have a feeling it will be the best reviewed when you do

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Yeah I think I will. I rode with Forrest’s Auto Reviews when he reviewed the Rebel...and I’ve been inside the other trims and they’re very impressive

[@lordtrini]

you can up front a winch a bracket kit

[@Skyfuu]

3:26 Is there any way one could buy that key fob from Ford? I have a 2018 f150 xlt and I'd love to "mod" my key to have one that looks like that

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Not sure...that would be cool though!

[@DSKSeattle]

Buy it on eBay. Ford let’s you self-program smart keys. The instruction is inside the manual.

[@jamminhard]

Prime Autotainment Did they change the fob for 2019, my ‘18 looks much different and actually better quality with metal end that holds the actual key?

[@DSKSeattle]

@@jamminhard That looks like the key from a 2017. The 2017 key is compatible with the 2018 and can be self-programmed to work with it. I'm not sure why he has a 2017 key though.

[@DSKSeattle]

@@jamminhard Actually, a closer look at the video shows that he does not have push button start. That's why he has that key.

[@deweysmithey8506]

Hey depending on where you live I'm in North Mississippi, we have about 160+ acres of pristine wilderness and if you can take a truck to the bottom and come back up without a winch be my guest

[@bowhunter2439]

That raptor is one sweet ride and I loved my ford f150 2014 with 3,5 eco boost , that pig hawls ass , but im converting to a Ram Rebel , putting a deposit down tomorrow 4 to 6 weeks for my custom order , cant wait....!!!

[@anaselgzoli5057]

I like Ford F150 Raptor

[@aaronmelson2887]

I need to stop watching videos on this truck. I am not a ford guy but I really like this truck and I am in the market for a pickup.

[@GK-mz3zt]

Clamp ons for the Clampetts.

[@ZachBillings]

I don't know where everyone is getting this notion that there's a 7L V8 coming. Pipe dreams... I did a resonator delete on my Raptor and I love the sound.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Just tons of articles...but you’re right..fat chance it actually happens. That’s awesome, glad to hear it!

[@ZachBillings]

@@PrimeAutotainment If Ram follows through on the Rebel TRX then I'm sure Ford will answer with a blown or charged V8 (my bet would be on a version of the Voodoo from the GT350), but they already sell every Raptor they make and don't seem to be worried about people who whine about V6 vs V8. They have no incentive to do a more powerful V8 right now, which would cost $100k after all the other upgrades needed.

[@invasion1824]

We’re in the 21st century, v8 raptors won’t happen anymore.

[@califaern3sto]

How come it has the 2015 headlights?

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Don’t all Raptors have the same Quad beams/DRL?

[@califaern3sto]

@@PrimeAutotainment on the regular f150s the headlight design is like elongated on the top, for i believe the 2018 and up fords, while the raptor keeps the desing of the 2015-2017, I find it odd

[@PrimeAutotainment]

I see what you’re saying...I didn’t really even notice they looked different. Not sure why they kept it!

[@califaern3sto]

@@PrimeAutotainment im wondering the same too

[@mikec3454]

I would hope the Raptor beats the Silverado Trail Boss - it's about $20K more than the Chevy in Canada. I don't know about you, but $20k can get you a lot of upgrades on any truck.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

For sure. With that much to spend you could really improve a vehicle like the Trail Boss...which already seems quite capable

[@tedschmitt178]

Awesome truck, but too many doors for me. I wish for a regular cab.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

No kidding that would be nice

[@victorortega2718]

Ill wait until they put a v8 in it, but everything for everything else 9/10.

[@PaladinJSR]

I prefer the Roush pkg. You get some upgraded off road capabilities from a stock f150, and better towing and payload.

[@jeffflick2573]

Justin St.Romain I agree and I don't understand why so many people put the 5.0 coyote engine down and even call it unreliable? It's a great engine especially with Roush after market exhaust & cold air intake plus is good for 400+ HP and still a very reliable f-150..If a buyer wants more power & torque they can go with Fords F-250 with the 7.3 liter gas engine?

[@jimmy67001]

What is Ford doing to the raptor for 2020?

[@shahrukhabbas7687]

A v6 cannot beat the sound of a v8.

[@samduran5180]

And longevity..

[@derbyjr]

Yes, you both have a point. But the fact is the V6 in the Ford GT just smashed a Ferrari 488 GTB AND a Dodge Demon with full drag setup. This is broadly the same engine in that car and will outrun a BMW M2. For something that weighs slightly more than the center of the sun, that’s impressive

[@getawaydreamer2724]

Sound doesn’t make you go faster. Ask the rice rocket crowd who swear by those cars w/upgraded exhaust

[@samduran5180]

@@derbyjr That's all fine and dandy for a car but not for a truck application in my opinion. Longevity is what we want in trucks.

[@DiegogomezGTO]

I cant wait for the ram trx

[@ethanadams9135]

Wish they would put the coyote v8 in it. I know the Ecoboost is as powerful as it needs to be. But it just sounds wussy that Ford will only sell it with a v6. A badass truck deserves a badass engine.

[@rangerwolfhound]

better mileage but most of all ….lighter for better 4 wheel - but I don't think there are to many serious 4x4 driver out there.....I would prefer to hear a V8 also.....wonder if the 6 sounds like a coffee can

[@dougsharp8817]

My boss has a 2014 Raptor I've gotten to drive it 4 or 5 times it's the best riding 4 wheel drive truck on the highway and off road

[@PrimeAutotainment]

No doubt, it’s a sweet ride!

[@dougsharp8817]

Prime Autotainment yes it has a sweet ride love the v8 power

[@Hundert1]

I need a bench front seat, shift control knob on the dashboard like the Ram and Ram full air suspension and push button starting. We don't care where it's made, we want good stuff at good prices. We want it quiet as possible. Cool is a mental matter of opinion.

[@AnandAryan17]

Why this is not available in India ?? We have got only the off-road

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Anand Aryan good question, wish it was available to you!

[@luketrojanowski3172]

I dont think you can legally run bead lock tires on road. At least not in Canada.

[@keystonedaytrip238]

Luke Trojanowski I suspect here in the US it's frowned upon also .

[@irrationalnumbers9066]

I wonder what the 2020 Ford F-150 Raptor be like and what is the difference maybe that it will fly since we are in the future and not 1970

[@AP27081]

Great review, but that music... like a white got screwdriver being pushed through my ear drum. Great review though.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Dang sorry about that! Thanks though!

[@erikreally2241]

Am I the only one that seen the bumper move when it was jumping at 1:59

[@PrimeAutotainment]

I saw it too lol

[@keystonedaytrip238]

Ok 🤔? Of course it's gonna move

[@josephfoster30]

Looks better then the dodge TRX

[@josephfoster30]

Can you get 700hp out of that engine?

[@lukaszstudzinski9106]

Tylko 64.000 dollars ? 👍🏻🇵🇱😎

[@gerardomendoza9688]

Cool truck alot of space everywhere except for the stupid extremely short bed it makes it useless I hate those 5ft truck beds can't carry shit in there with the taile gate closed I want one but i would like a 6ft truck bed on it and a V8 engine under the hood that is what's keeping me from buying a raptor it's missing two things a rear truck bed and a real motor

[@jeffrevill6492]

See you in my built/boosted raptor’s rear view mirror. Long live v8.

[@acebuick]

Ram has all those features and more.

[@Dentheman1995]

Yeah but some people care about the exterior of the car as well and the Ram looks like it has a big moustache on the front. I love the looks of the Raptor though

[@acebuick]

@@Dentheman1995 tru tru. But that interior though. It's all about comfort and power. Plus the mustache look on the grill go away if you get the all black. But u r right

[@robertstewart3086]

This truck Rocks in almost every Category. But the V6 sounds like crap! Too bad the Raptor isn't offered with an optional 700+ hp 5.2 supercharged V8 ! Then I will buy One !

[@PrimeAutotainment]

No kidding!

[@scarhart53]

You can't even begin to use the power it has now. The tires are completely inappropriate for going 180mph, nor do they handle well in the curves. The old engine was more than enough power for off-roading, whether it be rock-crawling or cow-trailing. Every other manufacturer's V8's are also more than enough power to go off road.

[@jackmcclure6354]

No off-road competition? What about Ram Power Wagon with winch, front & rear locking axles, sway bar disconnect? The Ram has a tried and true V8! You didn’t mention one outstanding feature which I have on my 2018 F150 platinum...doors which sometimes open, and door latches which don’t latch when it freezes, which makes it very unreliable in cold weather...this is after Ford has tried 2 different fixes which didn’t fix anything...search you tube for frozen door latch and you can find lots of examples of the Ford door latch problems, but none for any other truck manufacturer...all that being said the Raptor is impressive, but I wouldn’t buy another Ford until I know their latches work.

[@smithdave232]

Everyone keeps referencing the V8. Owning both trucks, 3.5 out performers the V8 hands down. Most comments are coming from people who wish they had one. You dont buy a Raptor to pull, you buy one to go in area's no one else can get to. Period.

[@scarhart53]

Area's what? Which area?

[@acebuick]

Interior has nothing on the 2019 RAM. And it's a v6. Dont care about those turbos

[@michaelcook768]

Don't care about the turbos. Bet you will when the Raptor burns your butt! But, I would prefer the Mustang engine.

[@akira6440]

Is this a 4x4?

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Yes

[@aajaaaa]

3.5 no thanks

[@KeyhaneBishomar]

if i had one i would crash it into a wall like a pressed cheescake 🤤 numnum, it just look like a cake! Cakecar 🍰🚘

[@westonfoss1741]

#1 same engine for the past few years #2 bead lock rims, can be acquired aftermarket #3 lighted are the same #4 an extra grand for badging #5 truck stuff, duh it’s a truck #6 given #7 somewhat unique interior Kinda forgets about the list after that

[@rzxuumjoty2824]

Nice truck but way overpriced

[@keystonedaytrip238]

rzxuu mjoty Got that right :(

[@saulbenjamin6368]

I could not own a raptor and go in the mud it's a expensive truck so I keep it on the road take care of ur money lol

[@marks6072]

Awesome vehicle but the engine still sounds like a leaf blower.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Haha yes no kidding

[@tedschmitt178]

I have used some damn powerful leaf blowers. ;)

[@KnightWing408]

Supercharge it for about 2 racks.

[@whee202drab828]

plastic..... plastic..... plastic

[@jcmarin3223]

I'll take the 6 banger over the old dog; sorry.

[@edwardworley88]

No V8 not interested

[@dorianbulletboats7487]

All ready sucks

[@dorianbulletboats7487]

V6 V6 V6 😤😤😤😤😭🙁😒😑😑😑😑😑😑😑 sucks

[@dannysandoval5837]

Wrong! The 2019 Ram Rebel 12 is way cooler than this...

[@duaneyazie9804]

FAKE TRUCK

[@David-ee5dm]

So ugly. what the purpose. Toyota better build all the way