Hennessey Launches VelociRaptor SUV Based on the Ford Expedition Tremor
The three-row SUV build combines presence, practicality & performance with raised suspension, upgraded all-terrain tires & Brembo brakes...
Hennessey, the Texas-based hypercar manufacturer and creator of high-performance SUVs, cars and trucks, has unveiled its all-new VelociRaptor SUV Expedition. According to company officials in a press release, the VelociRaptor SUV Expedition is the ultimate go-anywhere family hauler delivering unmatched performance, presence, comfort and off-road capability in a full-size, three-row package.
Hennessey VelociRaptor SUV Expedition Key Specs
Based on the high-spec Ford Expedition Tremor platform and building on more than a decade of VelociRaptor heritage, Hennessey’s new VelociRaptor SUV is a full-size SUV with a more aggressive stance, greater off-road capability and distinctive Hennessey presence. Hennessey’s team enhances the Expedition’s off-road hardware, visual impact and everyday usability to create a vehicle equally suited to long-distance travel, family use and demanding terrain, noted the release.
Power comes from Ford’s twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6, delivering 440 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque (691 Nm). The powertrain gives the VelociRaptor SUV Expedition strong real-world performance while preserving the drivability and long-distance comfort expected of a full-size family SUV.
“The demand we’re seeing for high-performance SUVs and trucks continues to grow rapidly, especially from customers who want something distinctive with real capability, comfort and practicality,” said Alex Roys, president of Hennessey. “Ford’s Expedition platform gives us an outstanding foundation that we enhance with bold Hennessey design, greater off-road capability, and the kind of three-row practicality customers can use every day.”
Off-Road Capability & Suspension Upgrades
Hennessey enhances the Expedition’s “go anywhere” capability with an off-road suspension, a ground-clearance-boosting 2-inch (51 mm) lift, and upgraded all-terrain tires on bespoke 20-inch Hennessey Performance wheels. Brembo front brakes and an integrated LED off-road lighting package further strengthen the SUV’s ability to handle challenging conditions while maintaining confident on-road manners.
Hennessey enhances the exterior with a more assertive, purpose-built look. A Hennessey front bumper upgrade integrates seamlessly with the factory architecture to deliver a bold, unmistakable appearance, while Hennessey-branded steel front skid plates provide additional protection off-road, the company said.
Practicality remains central to the VelociRaptor SUV. Performance power sidestep upgrades ensure easy access to the elevated cabin, while the three-row interior offers space and flexibility for passengers, luggage and everyday use. Each vehicle features serial-numbered interior plaques, further emphasizing the exclusivity of this limited-build model.
Availability Through Authorized Ford Dealers
As with every Hennessey vehicle, each VelociRaptor SUV is dyno-tested, road-tested, fully street-legal, and backed by a comprehensive 3-year/36,000-mile limited warranty. The new VelociRaptor SUV will be produced in extremely limited numbers and sold exclusively through authorized Hennessey Ford dealers. Customer orders are open now.
