Ford Ranger

It is estimated that one in four vehicles circulating around the world is a pick-up. In recent years, the pick-up market has grown exponentially thanks to the arrival of new recreational versions and several new models. The Ford Ranger It is one of the commercial references, a truck in the purest American style adapted to the standards and requirements of a segment lower in size and capabilities.

It is one of the most experienced models in the category. The beginnings of the Ranger date back to 1983, when the first of the generations was presented.. Year after year, edition after edition, the Ranger conquered the market and land, each one more complicated. Today there are seven generations that have been launched, although Europe has only enjoyed it since the third generation, launched on the market in 1997.

The most current version of the Ford Ranger is officially presented at the end of 2021, already as a 2022 model, disqualifying the 2019 Ford Ranger. It has important changes in every way, from the aesthetic to the technological, going through a revised and updated mechanical range that includes the beloved Raptor version. Thanks to these modifications, the American pick-up improves its characteristics to continue being one of the most attractive models due to its excellent price-product ratio.

Technical characteristics of the Ford Ranger

Ford has extensive and extensive experience in the development and production of pick-ups. Under its muscular body hides a chassis of crossbars and stringers old school ideal to withstand offroad driving and loads greater than a ton of weight. It is a classic and renewed scheme with respect to the previous generation that has been adapted to the new standards and new motor technologies.

Ford offers different body versions: single cab, double cab, chassis and Super Cab. With each version intended for a different performance, we are going to focus on the double cabin tourism version. The exterior measurements reach 5,36 meters long, 2,21 meters wide (with mirrors) and 1 meters high with a wheelbase of 93 meters.

How could it be otherwise, the Ranger is designed for intensive use off the asphalt. Thanks to its new configuration, with a Extended wheelbase and shorter overhangs, off-road dimensions have been improved: 32 degrees of approach angle, 24 degrees of departure angle and 24 degrees of ventral angle. To this we must add a maximum wading depth of 85 centimeters and a load capacity of 676 kilograms.

Mechanical range and gearboxes of the Ford Ranger

Although there were many rumors pointing to electrified versions, the Ford Ranger maintains combustion engines without any trace of electrification as the central axis of its mechanical range. The offer is made up of a diesel engine with the EcoBlue name, a powerful Ecoboost gasoline engine and a Plug-in hybrid version with 2.3-liter gasoline engine and 45 kilometers of autonomy (power has not yet been announced). All versions come associated with all-wheel drive with rear differential lock.

By power, the range starts with the block EcoBlue. It is a turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine with 2.000 cubic centimeters of displacement. It develops 170 horsepower and 405 Nm of torque. As standard this is the only option that can include a six-speed manual gearbox. It is optionally available with a 10-speed automatic transmission.

The gasoline versions, called EcoBoost offer a large 3.000 cc V-six engine. It has two performance levels. In the lower level it develops 241 horsepower and 600 Nm of torque. Above all is the Ranger Raptor with a power of 292 horses at 5.500 revolutions and a torque of 491 Nm.

Ford Ranger Equipment

Like many other trucks on the market, you have to differentiate the different versions of the Ford Ranger. Private and professional formats will differ in their appearance and in the technological load they may add. It must be recognized that, thanks to the launch of the new generation in 2022, the American model adds a very well arranged interior, both in presence and materials as well as in technologies and systems.

At the moment, the entire range of equipment has not been announced, which will revolve around different versions, as is customary in the brand and model. The range of finishes is made up of the levelseles: Limited, Sport and Wildtrack, plus the Raptor unit that offers a particular aesthetic package. As usual, the latter presents a specific aesthetic configuration with a design package that enhances its most passionate condition. There are also differences at a technological level, being able to enjoy typical elements of more common models such as the Ford Kuga or Ford Edge.

When it comes to technology, the Ranger is not far behind with respect to classic segment models. The American pick-up offers interesting systems such as: full LED headlights, 360-degree cameras, digital instrumentation, SYNC 4 multimedia system with a vertical screen of up to 12 inches, connectivity for smartphones, dual-zone climate control, keyless entry and start, and much more. , including a large safety package and driving assistants.

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The Ford Ranger according to Euro NCAP

Despite its focus as a professional car, the Raptor is not spared from the usual European safety tests. At the end of 2022 Euro NCAP awards its five safety stars to the Ford Ranger, the highest possible score. The results by sections are as follows: 84 out of 100 in adult passenger protection, 90 out of 100 in child passenger protection, 74 out of 100 in pedestrian vulnerability and 84 out of 100 in driving aids.

The Ford Ranger of Km 0 and second hand

El Ford Ranger It has been selling in Spain for 18 years, but in all of them its sales have never represented a high percentage for the firm. This fact derives from the little success that these models have had in our country. Although currently the demand is growing. Thus, there are not many units in the second-hand markets or kilometer zero.

La Ranger average depreciation (39%) it is higher because it is an industrial vehicle and because of the use for which it is intended. Therefore, we can find first generation units with 300 thousand kilometers with a minimum price of 3.000 euros. In the case of the current generation we can find units with the maximum equipment and special preparations for 36.000 euros. Higher if we look for Raptor models.

Ford Ranger rivals

Although they are not the most practical, economical or economical models on the market, the reality is that globally there is fierce competition in the pick-up segment. The Ranger has before him a tough and competitive pack of rivals, some of them with illustrious names. volkswagen amarok, Toyota Hilux, Nissan Navara, Mitsubishi L200, FIAT Fullback, Jeep Gladiator o Isuzu D-Max are some names that we can find in the Spanish market. All of them are rivals by concept, size, versions and price, although the Ford stands out above the rest in some issues such as finishes and offroad capabilities.

Highlight

• Robustness
• off-road capabilities
• Finishes and equipment

To improve

• Unrefined mechanics
• dry suspensions
• urban use

Ford Ranger Prices

When setting prices, the new Ranger increases its rates compared to the previous generation. In the Spanish market, the starting price of the Ford Ranger stands at 34.857 euros, without taxes or discounts. That value is associated with a crew cab unit, 170 horsepower EcoBlue engine and Limited trim. The most expensive in the family is the Ford Ranger Raptor with a V6 gasoline engine and 292 horsepower. Its price starts at 53.396 euros without taxes and promotions.

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