I had a 2017 Raptor and absolutely loved it until every time it rained, it smelled like mold. I sniffed and tore apart as much as I could and couldn’t find the source. Long story short, I traded it in (100K miles on it) for basically a brand new 22’ WIldtrak Bronco due to the inventory shortage and preordering it.
Anyhow thinking about getting back into a Raptor but was wondering fuel requirements. My old one ran fine on 87 octane and I’d toss in 91 on highway drives. Has anyone ran the '25 on 87/89 Octane? It states 91 on it, but rather just as you all.
I use 93 octane fuel. Over the years, I’ve owned several turbocharged cars (including a 550hp '90 300ZX), and one key lesson I learned early was to always use the best fuel available for these types of vehicles. High-quality fuel helps prevent pre-detonation—which can have serious consequences—and also improves both mileage and performance. As someone else mentioned: if the cost of fuel is an issue, then owning this kind of car may not be a wise choice.
The truck requires 91 octane fuel to prevent pre-ignition, which can cause engine damage. If you can’t afford the right fuel, a Raptor may not be the best choice for you.
You’re halfway there—don’t buy a Raptor if you can’t afford premium gas. However, it’s worth noting that you don’t have to use 91+ octane, and it won’t harm your engine if you don’t. The HO EcoBoost isn’t like the Hellcat engine, which actually requires premium fuel.