The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) has recently finished its rounds of testing for the all-new Ford Ranger pickup truck. As a result, the said model from the Blue Oval now has a five-star safety rating. The Ford Everest, which shares a platform with the Ranger, also underwent the same battery of tests and it also received a five-star rating.
Ford Ranger (Jul 2022 – onwards) [Video: ANCAP Safety Ratings]
For adult occupant crash protection, the Ford Ranger managed a score of 32.24, or 84 percent, out of a total of 38 points. The Everest meanwhile, had a slightly higher score of 32.99 or 86 percent in the same category.
Child occupant crash protection for the Ranger also sits high at 46 points out of 49 total points. That’s equivalent to 93 percent. The Everest in turn received 45.66 out of 49, or 93 percent in this category.
Both Ford models were also tested for vulnerable road user protection. In this category, both the Ranger and its SUV sibling received a score of 39.96 out of a total of 54 (74 percent). For those unaware, this test takes into consideration how both vehicles can reduce the damage done to pedestrians or even cyclists in the event of an accidental collision.
Ranger undergoing the oblique pole test at 32km/h
The Australian-spec units that were tested were also equipped with collision avoidance features which the ANCAP also takes into consideration as a separate category. These include autonomous emergency braking, as well as a lane support system. This is a broad term referring to features that work to keep a vehicle inside a lane.
In the said category, the Ranger scored 13.39 out of 16 points in total (83 percent). The Everest in turn scored a bit higher at 13.89 (86 percent). This is because the SUV model for the Australian market comes with reverse autonomous emergency braking, which is absent in turn of the Ranger.
The ANCAP ratings for the Ranger and Everest also apply to the top-spec trims available in the Philippines. These are the Everest Titanium+ 4x4 and the Ranger Wildtrak 4x4.
The Ford Ranger's autonomous emergency braking system can detect pedestrians
Those two top-spec variants after all, are also equipped with the safety assist features that were rated in the said battery of tests. In contrast, the Australian Ranger and Everest are all equipped with autonomous emergency braking and a lane support system.
It is then expected that other local trims that do not have driver assist features is still comparable to the Australian-spec models in terms of adult occupant safety and child occupant safety ratings.
This of course is great news for those looking to get the Ford Ranger and the Ford Everest as family chariots. It is also a testament to the engineering know-how of Ford itself.
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Know more about Ford Ranger 2024
The 2024 Ford Ranger is a 4x4 or 4x2 pickup truck. It is the latest version of the said model, and as of its launch in the Philippine market, it has a total of six different variants.
These are the top-spec Wildtrak 4x4, Wildtrak 4x2, Sport 4x4, Sport 4x2, XLT 4x2, XLS 4x2 AT, XLS 4x2 MT, and the entry-level XL 4x4. As of 2024, prices for these trims range from Php 1,259,000 to Php 1,955,000.
Under the hood of the new Ranger are two different diesel mills. For the Wildtrak 4x4, it uses a 2.0-liter biturbo that can churn out 210 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque. It is also the sole trim that uses a 10-speed automatic tranny.
The rest of the all-new Ranger then gets a 2.0-liter turbodiesel that can produce up to 170 horsepower and 405 Nm of torque. Only the XLS 4x2 and the XL 4x4 may come with a six-speed manual. The other non-biturbo trims then use a six-speed automatic.
Size-wise, the all-new 2024 Ranger is 5,370mm long, 1,918mm wide, and 1,884mm in height. They also offer a wheelbase length of 3,270mm and a ground clearance of 235mm.
Locally, the 2024 Ford Ranger faces the Toyota Hilux, Nissan Navara, Mitsubishi Strada, Isuzu D-Max, Mazda BT-50, etc.
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Ford Ranger Exterior
Depending on the variant, the all-new Ranger is equipped with LED headlamps and LED taillights. It also gets LED front fog lamps, as well as LED daytime running lamps. On the top-spec Wildtrak 4x4, its headlamps are adaptive Matrix LED headlamps.
Most trims except the XLS 4x2 and XL 4x4 also come with power-folding and power-adjustable side mirrors, a bedliner, roof rails, rain-sensing wipers, and an easy-lift tailgate. All do come with front and rear mud flaps.
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Ford Ranger Launch
The all-new 2024 Ford Ranger is the fourth-generation version. It was developed by Ford Australia, and the production for the said model started in Thailand in 2022.
Locally, the all-new Ranger will debut locally in July 2022. As of its launch, it has a total of seven different trims.
Ford Ranger Interior
At the most, the new Ranger can seat up to five occupants. The higher-spec trims of this model also get a dual-zone automatic climate control system, smart entry, a push-to-start button, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror, among others.
Only the Wildtrak variants get the Wildtrak-style decorations for their leather and synthetic leather seats. The mid-spec Sport seats are wrapped with the same material, though the entry-level XLT, XLS, and XL get fabric seats.
The front seats for the Wildtrak are also power-adjustable. Most variants except the XLS and XL then come with a center folding armrest for their rear bench seats.
Technology & Safety Features
For entertainment, the Wildtrak trims come with a 12-inch touchscreen, while the rest get a smaller 10-inch headunit. All do come with Sync 4 software, as well as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The Ranger then gets a total of six speakers, except for the XL trim which comes with four.
For safety, all trims get anti-lock braking and ISOFIX child seat anchors. Only the 4x4 trims, however, get hill-descent control. All variants except the XL also come with hill launch assist and rollover mitigation.
The Wildtrak variants then come with seven airbags, whereas the rest get six airbags. The only trim that doesn't have electronic stability is the XL.
Regarding driver assist features, only the top-spec Wildtrak 4x4 gets an automatic emergency braking system, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear-cross traffic alert, a 360-degree camera, evasive steering, etc.
The mid-spec models like the Sport and Wildtrak 4x2 do come with cruise control.
Platform & Chassis
The latest version of the Ranger uses the ladder-frame T6 platform. Currently, it shares this with the Ford Bronco, Ford Everest, and the Volkswagen Amarok.
For the front, this pickup truck uses a double-wishbone-type suspension. It then gets leaf springs for the rear. Only the Wildtrak models come with disc brakes all around. The rest then come with a front disc brake and a rear drum brake.
Only the 4x4 trims come with an electronic locking rear differential. These are the Wildtrak 4x4, Sport 4x4, and the XL 4x4.
For wheels, the XLT uses a 17-inch alloy set, while the XLS gets a 16-inch alloy set. Only the entry-level XL gets a 16-inch steel set. In turn, the Wildtrak and Sport trims ride on an 18-inch alloy set.
Ford Ranger Engine & Drivetrain
The 2024 Ford Ranger has two different engine options. For the Wildtrak 4x4, it utilizes a 2.0-liter biturbo diesel that can produce up to 210 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque. It is also the only variant that gets a 10-speed automatic.
The rest meanwhile, uses a 2.0-liter single turbo diesel mill. At maximum, this four-banger is good for 170 horsepower and 405 Nm of torque. This engine is then paired with a six-speed automatic tranny, or a six-speed manual gearbox.
Ford Ranger 2024 Price List
Let's check out the Ford Ranger 2024 price in September in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Ford Ranger 2.0 Turbo XL 4x4 MT | ₱1,259,000 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 Turbo XLT 4x2 AT | ₱1,389,000 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 Turbo Sport 4x2 AT | ₱1,504,000 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 Turbo Wildtrak 4x2 AT | ₱1,614,000 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 Turbo Sport 4x4 AT | ₱1,624,000 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 Turbo Wildtrak 4x2 AT (Snowflake White Pearl) | ₱1,629,000 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 Bi-Turbo Wildtrak 4x4 AT | ₱1,940,000 |
| Ford Ranger 2.0 Bi-Turbo Wildtrak 4x4 AT (Snowflake White Pearl) | ₱1,955,000 |
Ford Ranger 2024 FAQs
1. In terms of size does the 2024 Ford Ranger change?
The 2024 Ford Ranger is two inches bigger and two inches longer than it was before in terms of size.
2. Which engine will power the Ford Ranger in 2024?
The 2.3-liter turbo-four in the 2024 Ford Ranger produces 270 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque.
3. How much will the Ford Ranger 2024 cost?
The price of the Ford Ranger 2024 ranges from P1,259,000 to P1,955,000, depending on the variants.
4. How many colors will the Ford Ranger 2024 be available?
The Ford Ranger 2024 will be available in 4 colors: Absolute Black, Arctic White, Code Orange, and Conquer Gray.
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