The all-new Ford Ranger has been unveiled, the most sought-after pick-up in Britain, ahead of its release later next year.
Rangers have been purchased by over 15,000 drivers, businesses and other people in 2021. This is more than any other pickup that’s been sold since 2011.
This new model was inspired by America’s latest 4X4s, which were sold all over the world. It also features styling cues taken from the recently-revealed Bronco as well as the massive F-150 Lightning. It’s all here.
The new favorite pick-up in Britain? It’s the brand new 2022 Ford Ranger. Order it in the UK by late 2022. The first delivery is expected early 2023.
After more than 10 years of waiting, the Ranger was finally refreshed. The fourth generation has a number of new engines as well as a completely redesigned cabin.
It will bring joy to small-business owners, contractors, and handymen across the country who have made Ranger their number one pick up in Britain.
The nation’s fifth-best-selling vehicle commercially in 2020, with 13,097 units sold. With 15,302 units purchased by October’s end, the vehicle has now eclipsed this record, making it the UK’s most loved pick-up.
The Ranger represents 2 in 5 pick-ups sold here in Britain, after Volkswagen discontinued the Amarok’s UK availability.
In late 2022, order books will open for this model. First deliveries are expected early in the next year. Prices to be announced closer to the time.
Buyers should expect to see a slight increase in price from the current Ranger’s starting point of £24,840, with entry models predicted to ring in at around £26,000 – that’s not including VAT.
In terms of rivals, that would still undercut Toyota’s latest Hilux (from £28,645).
The biggest talking point about the new model is undoubtedly its styling, with Ford creating what looks like a ‘baby’ version of its new F-150 Lightning truck, which was unveiled in the US earlier this year – with President Joe Biden being one of the first to try the electric version of the pick-up.
Ford Ranger, which has over 15,000 registrations in 2020 is currently the UK’s most-respected pick-up truck. This segment accounts for 40%.
Now the rear has the RANGER name stamped in the metal tailgate. Also, the cluster of LED lights is updated.
Left: The Ranger looks like the ‘baby version’ of Ford’s F-150 Lightning Truck (right) – which also was unveiled earlier in the year for the UK. It shares the same C-clamp light.
New Ranger uses the same ‘C-clamp” headlight design as F-150. It also features a similar large radiator grille.
The grille also features a horizontal bar that, just like Bronco 4X4 or F-150, incorporates the iconic blue-oval emblem.
You can see the RANGER name on the rear bumper. It also receives a fresh LED cluster.
Rangers’ more dominant look is due to prominent wheel arches and the inclusion of a step at the side.
Buyers should expect to see a slight increase in price from the current Ranger’s starting point of £24,840, with entry models predicted to ring in at around £26,000 (excluding VAT)
Ford’s volume-selling truck has been given wider dimensions, some 5cm larger than it was before. This adds to the refreshed dominant look.
The new Ford Ranger is expected to undercut the rivals that remain on sale in the UK, such as the Toyota Hilux, which starts from £28,645
Ford confirms that the electrified powertrain is coming, but it won’t be on sale until next year.
The auto maker has already committed to make its European commercial vehicle line-up zero-emissions-capable by 2024, so a plug-in hybrid is the most likely format for the Ranger than a fully-electric pick-up, like the F-150 Lightning in the US.
However, it will get a new 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine – which it shares with Volkswagen commercial vehicles – and will provide the most power, up to 210bhp.
The new turbodiesel engine will replace the 2.0-litre engines found in the Ranger. However, it has been slightly modified.
A four-cylinder, 2.3-litre petrol EcoBoost engine is available for those who do not want a diesel-powered powertrain.
With UK-spec models likely to retain an 80-litre fuel tank, the cost to fill up with diesel (at an average of 150.79p at the time of publishing) can expect a trip to the fuel station to cost over £120. Ouch!
Entry models’ engines will now be available with a selection of four-wheel-drive setups and the new six-speed manual gearbox.
The V6 diesel’s range-extending engine will be equipped with a new 10-speed automatic transmission as well as a permanent four-wheel drive system.
A variety of body types and specifications, including the Ranger Raptor or Ranger Wildtrak, will be offered along with 600 official accessory options.
Each example will receive the most recent SYNC4 infotainment software via a portrait touchscreen of either 10 or 12 inches. This will allow users to access many off-roading controls and will be required to switch between them.
This twin-cab layout offers plenty of space at the front and rear. High-spec models are equipped with soft-touch materials.
Larger touchscreens get a dedicated view view for offroading, which includes live information on vehicle pitch, driveline and roll angles
Each example will be equipped with the most recent SYNC4 infotainment software via a portrait 10-inch or 12-inch touchscreen. This will allow users to access many off-roading controls and will enable them to update their vehicle’s settings.
You also have a special display view that is dedicated to off-roading. This includes information on the vehicle pitch, roll angle and driveline.
As for practicalities for a workforce using the pick-up, the whole of the exterior of the vehicle can be illuminated with external zone lighting and the bed has attached clamps to setup a workbench in the back as well as an onboard inverter to provide up to 400W of power for tools.
Zone Lighting, a feature new to the vehicle that lights up all the exterior of it – even the bed – is available for owners who are working late or in the early mornings.
Ford has made the Ranger even more functional by including extra rubber pieces in the flat bed that prevents damage from heavy loads.
Ford also included these clamp attachments on the tailgate, allowing users to install a workbench at the back.
Workers can connect to their electric tools and other devices via the 400W inverter socket located in the bed.
Jim Farley was the president and chief executive of Ford Motor Company.
“We have the opportunity to make a difference with this Ranger.”
“Not only a product that our customers love but an experience that we can share with them for a lifetime.” It is the truck that midsize customers will love to have and enjoy.
From launch, a petrol or choice of diesels will be offered – the former being a VW-developed V6.
Ford has committed to make its European commercial vehicle line-up zero-emissions-capable by 2024, so a plug-in hybrid is the most likely format for the Ranger than a fully-electric pick-up, like the F-150 Lightning in the US
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