Ford Ranger

Overview

Ford has been a top seller for the pick-up trucks all over the world for more than 34 years. The all new Ranger is amongst those impressive pick up trucks which not only possess a powerful engine and deliver a strong performance but also have decent safety and comfort features and of course a huge loading bed for transportation. The Ranger offers 2 types of engines in the country with both 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic transmissions, a 2.2 litre diesel engine with 4 cylinders comes with a which churns out a maximum power of 110kW at 3700rpm along with a maximum torque of 375 Nm in between 1500-2500 rpm. However, the other powerful engine in offer is the 3.2 litre diesel engine with 5 cylinders delivers a maximum power output of 147 kW at 3000 rpm along with a maximum torque of 470 Nm in between 1750-2500 rpm. When we talk about the fuel economy of the Ranger, an impressive mileage of 13.1 kmpl is delivered by the 2.2 litre diesel engine with the 4x2 variants whereas the 3.2 litre diesel engine delivers a fine mileage of 11.9 kmpl with the 4x2 variants. Talking about the exterior look, a supreme design is given to the Ranger making the audience wonder about how a pick up truck can look so stunning. The front three-bar grille is chrome finished with the brand logo embossed on it which gives the finest stance to the Ranger's front. With the body colored front bumper, wide projection headlamps and strong body lines running throughout the body of the pick-up truck are the distinctions in the outer design. Fine usage of chrome has been done on the rear and side door handles, rear bumper in top variants and the beltline over the loading bed. From the inside the pick-up truck is in an all black tone with chrome finishes on the inner door handles, 4 spoke steering wheel, Infotainment unit, and gearshift knob. Audio unit with a 4.2 inch Multi-function display screen and Bluetooth support is fitted in the Ranger and a 8 inch touch screen in top variants. Seating wise a 4-way adjustable driver seat with lumbar support, front bucket seats and a bench rear row seat is equipped for utmost comfort. Even being a pick-up truck, safety features are not overlooked. Driver and front passenger airbags with Front side airbags and Side curtain airbags are equipped for safety from collisions,and braking wise it has front disc and rear drum brakes with accompanied by ABS, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Hill Launch Assist, Traction Control System, Trailer Sway Control, Emergency Brake Assist and Hill Descent Control. Other than these, it has front and rear parking sensors, Tyre pressure monitoring system, Lane Departure Warning system, and a Roll Over Mitigation Emergency brake light.

Mileage and Fuel economy

Fuel economy of the pick-up truck can be a reason for its failure or success. Fortunately, a decent delivery of mileage is possessed by both the engines of the Ranger. The 2.2 litre diesel engine with the 4x2 variants delivers a combined mileage of 13.1 kmpl, whereas the 3.2 litre diesel engine delivers a fine combined mileage of 11.9 kmpl with the 4x2 variants.

Power

2 engines variants are offered with the Ranger in the country, a 2.2 litre diesel engine with 4 cylinders which churns out a maximum power of 110kW at 3700rpm along with a maximum torque of 375 Nm in between 1500-2500 rpm. However, the other 3.2 litre diesel engine with 5 cylinders delivers a maximum power output of 147 kW at 3000 rpm along with a maximum torque of 470 Nm in between 1750-2500 rpm. Undoubtedly, the power delivery is also an important feature to be present in a pick-up truck. Hence, the Ranger passes with flying colors in the test of power output.

Acceleration & Pickup

The sprint time to reach the 100kmph mark with the 2.2 litre diesel engine is 12.6 seconds whereas with the 3.2 litre diesel engine is 10.4 seconds which is a stirring time duration obtained by the huge sized and heavy body weighed pick-up truck. The top speed with both the engines is 175 kmph.

Exterior

With the supreme design, the Ranger leaves the audience amazed with the perfect finish on the outside. The front three-bar chrome finished grille with the brand logo embossed on it gives the finest stance to the Ranger's front with additions like distinctively designed body colored front bumper, wide projection headlamps, bold fog lamps, and strong body lines running over the bonnet. Throughout the body of the pick-up truck are running body lines starting from the fenders to the side doors and till the top edge of the loading bed. Rough and tough front and rear mudguard protects it from getting dirty and messed up. Fine usage of chrome has been done on the rear and side door handles, rear bumper in top variants and the beltline over the loading bed. All these are the major distinctions in the Ranger's design which not only make it look stunning but also takes the level of pick up trucks to a different extent.

Exterior Measurements

The exterior measurements vary in almost all the variants and the range of the dimensions can be measured as 5113-5362 mm x 1860 mm x 1815-1848 mm (L x W x H) which further enhances the option list of the Ranger with a standard Wheel base of 3220 mm, a huge one for the interior cabin space and longer loading bed area.

Interior

An all black tone interior environment is possessed by the pick up truck for the sake of highlighting the sportiness. To enhance this simple tone look, Chrome is furnished on the inner door handles, 4 spoke steering wheel, Infotainment unit, and the gearshift knob. The 2 cabin Ranger has a huge interior space with wide comfortable front bucket seats and a bench seat in the rear row. Because of the wide bonnet, the front windscreen is also quite wide at stance. The AC vents are given a vertical design instead of the usual horizontal shape. A classy dashboard design, an elegant curvy centre console and a distinct steering wheel shape furnish the simple interiors and make a premium one to look at.

Interior Comfort

With the rough and tough looks, the Ranger also offers complete comfort to the occupants with a wide range of comfort features. A 4-way manually adjustable driver seat with lumbar support and wide passenger seats provide optimum comfort levels. The steering wheel has audio and bluetooth controls mounted enabling the driver to ride with ease and keep eyes on the road. The center console has centre arm rest with storage box and cup holders for the front passengers. Climate control feature makes the interior environment soothing even if the weather outside is harsh. The top variants possess a Cruise control, an Electrochromatic Rear View Mirror, Automatic Headlamps, a Second battery, and Rain Sensing Wipers. However, almost all the variants have adjustable anchorage points, Front and rear 12V power outlets and power windows and a Rear Window Defrost. All in all, the pick-up truck offers complete comfort to the occupants and the driver with all new technology features.

Interior Measurements

A huge loading bed with dimensions measuring 1549 mm x 1560 mm x 511 mm (L x W x H) is encased in the Ranger which enable fitting the heavy duty material with ease along with a large cabin space, can be called best in its class, with 2nd row headroom measuring 986mm and 2nd row legroom measuring 902mm. Whereas the Front row headroom measures 1022mm and the Front row legroom measures 1058mm which overall is a lavishly spaced interior design.

Engine and Performance

Powerful Diesel engine variants are offered with the Ranger in the country, a 2.2 litre diesel engine with 4 cylinders which churns out a maximum power of 110kW at 3700rpm along with a maximum torque of 375 Nm in between 1500-2500 rpm. However, the other 3.2 litre diesel engine with 5 cylinders delivers a maximum power output of 147 kW at 3000 rpm along with a maximum torque of 470 Nm in between 1750-2500 rpm. Mileage and Acceleration wise also the Ranger shows up good figures with the huge body size and weight and options of 6-speed manual and auto transmissions.

Stereo and Accessories

A simple audio unit with CD player, MP3, Aux-in and USB compatibility along with a 4.2 inch Multi-function display screen and Bluetooth support is fitted in the Ranger. An 8 inch touch screen infotainment unit with navigation support is encased in the top variants. Options of 4 speakers with 2 woofers and 6 speakers with 4 woofers are available in different variants which shows that entertainment wise also the pick-up truck doesn't disappoint the audience.

Wheels

A dynamic range of wheels is also provided by Ford in the Ranger, depending upon the variant. Steel wheels ranging from 16 inch Rim size with tyre size of P215/70 R16 to 17 inch Rim size with tyre size P265/65 R17 are offered. In the Alloy wheel variants, Rim size of 16 inch with tyre size P255/70 R16 to Rim size of 18 inch to tyre size P265/60 R18 are offered which not only add to the tough looks of the Ranger but also improve the smoothness in the ride.

Braking and Handling

Immensely stable and high featured braking system is possessed by the pick-up truck with Front ventilated disc brakes with rear drum brakes accompanied by ABS, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Hill Launch Assist, Traction Control System, Trailer Sway Control, and Hill Descent Control which make the ride all the more safer and convenient along with the strong wheels.

Safety and Security

No safety feature has been overlooked even with the strong and tough body structure of the Ranger. For safety from collisions and injuries, Driver and front passenger airbags with Front side airbags and Side curtain airbags are equipped. Advanced features which no other pick-up truck possessed like Front and rear parking sensors, Vehicle inclination sensor alarms, Belt reminders, Speed limiters, Tyre pressure monitoring system, Lane Departure Warning system, Emergency Assistance, and a Roll Over Mitigation Emergency brake light has been allocated in the Ford Ranger for utmost safety.

Pros

Advanced Safety features
Powerful engine trims
Immensely Spacious

Cons

Lacks petrol trim in the country
Large Turning Radius
Lacks rear seat adjustments