The Ford Ranger stands out as one of the top 3 best-selling bakkies in South Africa, offering a blend of refinement, capability, and style. Produced at Ford’s Silverton Plant in Pretoria and exported to 148 markets, the Ranger combines car-like handling with the robustness needed for both work and leisure. Its quality interior, good standard specification levels, and the sheer number of available models make it easy to find the perfect fit.
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Everyone agrees that the sight of a Ranger in your rear-view mirror is far more imposing than any other bakkie.
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Key Features and Innovations
The Ford Ranger's appeal does not just lie in its range of tech. Not only does this innovation heighten the vehicle's off-road capabilities, but it also dramatically increases its comfortability. Most striking about the new range is the amount of driver assist technology. The list of driver-assist features includes Active Park Assist With Parallel Parking, Hill Descent Control, and Electronic Shift-On-The-Fly 4x4. Another impressive feature is the vehicle's 800MM Water-Wading Capability. This function truly allows the driver to explore any terrain.
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Ranger enthusiasts are sure to recognize the Ford Infotainment Technologies. There is a clear intention from many manufacturers to make the connection between motorist and vehicle a seamless one, and Ford is right up there with its peers. The engine of the vehicle also received an upgrade. Not only has the performance of the vehicle received a boost, but there is also an emphasis on fuel efficiency.
The traditional workhorse inspires a few choice words: practical, rugged, and versatile. Only sometimes do we associate the famed bakkie with style, comfort, and innovation. It is one of the reasons why the Ford Ranger has become peerless in its segment.
True motoring innovation forces us to redefine what we imagine it to be. The versatility of the Ford Ranger is why it is exceptional in its segment. This model is as comfortable on the road as it is navigating difficult terrain.
You can personalise you Ranger however you’d like. You can even select from a series of Ford Factory Fitted accessories to customise your Ranger before it arrives.
Ford has officially commenced production of the new Ranger at its Silverton plant, with the local market launch taking place this week.
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Ford Ranger Model Variants
Due to the sheer choice of variants available, motorists are bound to find the perfect fit. Not only in terms of features but also pricing.
Our models cover all your work and play requirements. Our model variants include Raptor, Platinum, Wildtrak, Sport, XLT, XL, and XLS. Our Ranger models differ in engine and transmission power, body styles, front grille and even the wheels.
While the list of double cabs we received includes as many as 14 variants, we immediately noticed the absence of the XLS, Sport and FX4 trim levels. Indeed, it appears the double-cab line-up at launch will comprise only Base, XL, XLT, Wildtrak and Raptor derivatives.
The base model range consists of three models. There are 10 models in the XL Model Range has 7 vehicles. There are 5 models available in the XLT Model Range. There are 3 models available in the Wildtrak Model Range. There are two models available in our Stormtrak Model Range. There are two models available in the FX Model Range. There are two models available in the Raptor Model Range.
Here's a look at some of the Ford Ranger models and their recommended retail prices:
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| Model | Price (Recommended Retail) |
|---|---|
| Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT single cab XL auto | R 574 000.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT SuperCab XL auto | R 585 500.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT double cab XL manual | R 620 000.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT SuperCab XLTR | R 622 000.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT single cab XL 4x4 manual | R 627 500.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT SuperCab XL 4x4 auto | R 633 500.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT double cab XL auto | R 644 500.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT single cab XL 4x4 auto | R 648 000.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT double cab XLTR | R 681 500.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT double cab XL 4x4 manual | R 703 000.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT double cab XL 4x4 auto | R 729 500.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT double cab XLT 4x4 | R 766 000.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo SuperCab XLT 4x4 | R 775 000.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo double cab XLTR | R 801 000.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo SuperCab Wildtrak 4x4 | R 841 500.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo double cab XLT 4x4 | R 888 500.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo double cab Wildtrak | R 895 500.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo double cab Wildtrak 4x4 | R 983 000.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo double cab Tremor 4WD | R 1 008 000.00 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo double cab Wildtrak X 4WD | R 1 070 500.00 |
| Ford Ranger 3.0TD V6 double cab Wildtrak 4WD | R 1 087 000.00 |
| Ford Ranger 3.0TD V6 double cab Platinum 4WD | R 1 150 000.00 |
| Ford Ranger 3.0T V6 double cab Raptor 4WD | R 1 270 000.00 |
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Engine and Performance
These models come equipped with 147kW of power and up to 470Nm of torque. The Ranger XL is also powered by with Ford’s 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder single-turbodiesel engine with 125 kW and 405 Nm. The Ranger XLT derivative gains power from both the single-turbocharged 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine with 125 kW and 405 Nm as well as Ford’s tweaked 2.0-litre bi-turbodiesel unit, which now makes 155 kW and 500 Nm.
The range starts with the Ranger Base offering which is offered in both 4×2 and 4×4 guise and is paired with Ford’s turbocharged 2.0-litre diesel engine and mated with a 6-speed manual transmission. Outputs for this engine is rated at 125 kW and 405 Nm.
In addition to the bi-turbocharged 2.0-litre diesel engine with 155 kW and 500 Nm, the new Ranger Wildtrak will additionally be available with the highly anticipated 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel lump, which sends 184 kW and 600 Nm to all four wheels through Ford’s 10-speed automatic cog-swapper.
Interior and Technology
The Wildtrak however gains a larger 12.1-inch, SYNC 4A infotainment system as well as a digital instrument cluster. The Wildtrak also benefits from a tough plastic-moulded bedliner to protect the load bed.
Dimensions and Capacity
The overall size differs depending on the build and model. For example our Ranger Raptor is 2208mm (W) x 5380 (L) x 1926mm (H), which is slightly more elevated and longer than other models.
It varies across the different models, but it ranges from 3130kg, up to 3350kg.
Warranty and Service
The new Ford Ranger is sold with a 4-year/120 000 km warranty, 4-year/unlimited roadside assistance and 5-year/unlimited distance corrosion warranty. Service or maintenance plans up to 8-years or 165 000 km are optional. the warranty can be extended to up to 7 years or 200 000km.
Safety
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A Look Back: The International Ford Ranger
The international or global version of the Ford Ranger is a series of pickup trucks sold by Ford under the Ranger nameplate mainly for markets outside the Americas since 1998. The 1998-2011 international Ranger models were jointly developed with Mazda, sharing the same assembly line and most parts with the Mazda B-Series and its successor, the Mazda BT-50. It is a successor of the Ford Courier as the Mazda-based Ford global pickup.
The first-generation Ranger was produced from 1998 to 2006, with a facelift in 2002. The 2006-2011 second-generation Ranger was introduced after the B-Series was replaced by the Mazda BT-50. The globally-marketed T6 Ranger has been produced since 2011.
First Generation (1998-2006)
The 1998-2006 Ranger/Courier is a rebadged fifth-generation Mazda B-Series with a reworked front fascia as a differentiation. Engine options included a petrol engine which is a 2.6-litre unit that produces 92 kW (125 PS; 123 hp) at 4,600 rpm and 206 N⋅m (21.0 kg⋅m; 152 lb⋅ft) of torque at 3,500 rpm, while the diesel engines were either 2.5-litre that produces 60 kW (82 PS; 80 hp) and a 2.5-litre turbo-diesel that offers 84 kW (114 PS; 113 hp) at 3,500 rpm and 280 N⋅m (29 kg⋅m; 210 lb⋅ft) at 2,000 rpm.
The turbo-diesel engine features a single overhead camshaft design, three valves per cylinder, intercooler, indirect fuel injection and two internal balance shafts to reduce vibration and noise. Ford and Mazda has decided not to use a conventional radial type turbocharger on its new engine. The vehicle had received two stars of Australian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) safety rating in 2006.
The late 2002 facelift models feature a new grille, headlights, front bumper and front fenders and improved interiors. It has been restyled to mimic the design of the North American F-Series trucks. Power steering is now standard across the range and swaps its variable ratio for a new fixed gear ratio.
In 2005, Ford released the 2.5-litre common rail injection turbo-diesel engine. The engine features a dual-mass flywheel which sharpens responses while also reducing vibration and a variable geometry turbocharger is employed to cut turbo lag and extend the torque band. In the same year, Ford also introduced a V6 engine option for the Courier. The V6 model was made in Thailand before it was sent to South Africa where it was mated with the short-stroke 4.0-litre SOHC Cologne V6 engine, previously re-engineered for the Ford Explorer, which produces 154 kW (209 PS; 207 hp) of power and 323 N⋅m (32.9 kg⋅m; 238 lb⋅ft) of torque. The fuel tank is also increased to 80 litres, up 10 litres from the models fitted with the smaller engines.
Second Generation (2006-2011)
The 2006-2011 Ranger is an updated version of the previous generation. The design of the PJ Ranger was previewed by the Ford 4-Trac Concept which debuted at the Bangkok Auto Show in December 2005. While the previous generation Ranger is a rebadge of the Mazda B-Series with a different fascia, the Ranger now has its distinct styling designed by former Ford Australia design chief, Simon Butterworth. As the result, the PJ Ranger picks up the new corporate design that appeared on several Ford North American light trucks.
Ford did not offer a petrol engine option in the PJ/PK Ranger, instead offering a choice of two four-cylinder common-rail turbo-diesel engines, one a 2.5-litre, the other a 3.0-litre. The 2.5-litre Duratorq engine is a DOHC 16-valve turbo-diesel unit, featuring Bosch common rail direct fuel injection and a variable geometry turbocharger.
The Ranger received a facelift in 2009.
Third Generation (2011-Present)
In 2011, the Ranger nameplate was consolidated onto a single globally-marketed model, the P375 Ranger (known as the PX series in Australia). Based on the new T6 platform, it replaced both the 1998-2012 Ranger which was sold in North and South America, and the Mazda-based PJ/PK Ranger which was sold in Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Europe regions. Designed by Ford Australia, the T6 Ranger was unveiled at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney in October 2010, with its production started in mid-2011.
The P375 Ranger is succeeded by the P703 Ranger (known as the RA series in Australia), which is the fourth-generation international Ranger and the fifth-generation Ranger in North America. It was introduced in November 2021, continuing to use the T6 platform with revisions.
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