The new Ranger gets a bold new design inspired by the F150 pick-up, including a more imposing grille and new C-shaped wraparound headlights. It’s also both longer and wider than its predecessor – the latter meaning it can now carry a euro pallet in its pick-up bed for the first time.
Under the bonnet, Ford has added a more powerful 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel engine in response to customers wanting something better suited to towing heavy loads and more extreme off-roading. A pair of smaller 2.0-litre diesel engines will also be offered, while Ford has also hinted that ‘other propulsion technologies’ are on the way, hinting at either a hybrid or electric version in the future.
Inside, Ford says the Ranger is more ‘car-like’ than before, with greater soft-touch materials being used throughout. A large new portrait touchscreen, measuring either 10 or 12 inches, is also fitted, using the firm’s latest Sync 4 media system. Many physical controls have been moved onto the screen, which also allows for greater connected functions too.
