Hennessey announced a V8-powered Ford Bronco with 750 hp (559 kW / 760 PS) last fall, but its $225,000 price tag put the model out of reach for most consumers.
Now the company is following up with a more affordable variant known as the VelociRaptor 400.
It features a twin-turbo 2.7-liter V6 that has been equipped with a high-flow air induction system, a new exhaust and upgraded engine management software. Thanks to these changes, the output climbs from 330 hp (246 kW / 335 PS) and 415 lb-ft (563 Nm) of torque to 405 hp (302 kW / 411 PS) and 503 lb-ft (682 Nm).
That’s an impressive increase of 75 hp (56 kW / 76 PS) and 88 lb-ft (119 Nm) of torque. It enables the model to accelerate from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in 4.9 seconds, which isn’t much slower than the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392.
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Standard 2021 Ford Bronco Wildtrak
Besides the performance upgrades, the VelociRaptor 400 comes equipped with heavy duty bumpers, retractable side steps and 18-inch wheels wrapped in 35-inch off-road tires. Rounding out the highlights are LED auxiliary lights, embroidered headrests, individually numbered plaques and special branding.
The model will be available in two- or four-door configurations with or without a soft top. The VelociRaptor 400 is currently available to order and the package costs $24,950. That means owners can expect to shell out around $80,000 when the base price of the Bronco Wildtrak is factored in.
That’s not cheap, but Hennessey noted the VelociRaptor 400 retains all of the usual “engine modes and off-road systems.” The company also provides a 3 year / 36,000 mile warranty.
Production will be limited to 200 units for 2021 and that will increase to 250 units next year.
