The Ford Ranger in the Philippines has one of the most diverse variants and extensive model lineups. From the base XLS model with the tried and tested 2.2 liters Duratorq diesel all the way to the top of the line Ranger Raptor that has the advanced 2-liter bi-turbo with a 10-speed automatic.
It has a Ford Ranger for every budget and this has proven to be an effective marketing strategy as the truck is the brand’s best selling models.
The past few months we’ve been hearing a lot of noise and rumblings about an upcoming release from the Blue Oval brand and invitations for a January 23 event just added more fuel to that flame.
I was actually thinking it could be for a release of the all-new Ford Escape or another SUV, but pictures have come up that may have just spoiled some information for everyone. Ford will reportedly be releasing another variant of the Ford Ranger, and all needles point to an updated Ford Ranger FX4.
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With Blacked out wheels, grill, step bar, and sports bar, the FX4 look macho
Featuring blacked-out trims and sporty red stickers and badges, as well as updated alloy wheels the 2020 Ford Ranger FX4 also gives us black, matte bed rails and more interestingly and updated grill.
The grill features a mesh design reminiscent of USDM variants of the Ford Ranger as well as the all-new Ford Explorer. It is also murdered-out in black omitting chrome bits to make it look more aggressive and sporty.
Traditionally the FX4 variant comes with 2 wheel drive and automatic transmission which begs me to think what the “4” in FX4 stands for. If history would repeat itself it should also come in the older yet known to be bulletproof 2.2 liter Duratorq engine. That engine makes 160 hp @ 3,200 RPM and 385 Nm of torque between 1600-2500 RPM.
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For reference, the USDM Ford Ranger has the same Grill
With trucks enjoying a renaissance the past couple of years, thanks to tax breaks by the TRAIN law and the rising demand for rugged and high riding vehicles the 2020 Ford FX4 should be a welcome addition to the extensive lineup of the best selling pick-up from Ford.
Red Badges and stickers add to the Racer look and aim itself at the Toyota Hilux Conquest
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Know more about Ford Ranger 2024
The 2023 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 eight 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 2023, prices for these trims ranges from php 1,213,000 to Php 1,910,000.
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 2023 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 2023 Ford Ranger faces the Toyota Hilux, Nissan Navara, Mitsubishi Strada, Isuzu D-Max, Mazda BT-50, etc.
₱ 1,213,000 - ₱ 1,910,000
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