Ford PH brings next-gen cars for test drive at SM MOA this weekend

Updated Nov 17, 2023 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

Huge cash discounts are also up for grabs at the venue.

Ford Philippines has brought its Ford Island Conquest experiential test drive to this year’s Auto Focus Pre-Christmas Test Drive Festival. The test drive event is happening at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds until November 19, 2023.

Ford Ranger Raptor front view

Next-gen Ford Ranger Raptor

At the Ford booth, the Blue Oval company is offering test drive opportunities for its next-gen cars including the Territory Titanium, Territory Titanium X, Ranger Raptor, Ranger Wildtrak 4x4, Ranger Wildtrak 4x2, and Everest 4x2.

The Ford Territory is run by a more potent 1.5-liter EcoBoost (turbocharged gasoline) engine good for 158 horsepower and 248 Nm of torque – 17 hp and 23 Nm more than the previous gen model. The compact crossover also replaced the continuously variable transmission (CVT) with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT).

Meanwhile, the Everest and Ranger could be powered by either a 2.0-liter single turbodiesel or a 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel mill. The former makes 168 horsepower and 405 Nm of torque, while the latter delivers 207 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque. Visitors who will test drive the 4x4 variants get to a feel of their exclusive 10-speed automatic gearbox and electronic locking rear diff features.

Ford Island Conquest at the Auto Focus Pre-Christmas Test Drive Festival

Ford is at the Auto Focus Pre-Christmas Festival until the weekend

For those wanting to give these Ford models a spin, be aware that the test drive program is open from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on the event grounds, with the on-road test drive available until 6:00 p.m. only.

Ford Philippines is also offering prizes for those who will make a reservation at the four-day event. Included in the prize pool are a next-gen vehicle accessories pack, ARB director’s chairs, air purifiers, dash cameras, Php 30,000 worth of fuel vouchers, and premium bags. Cash discounts of Php 100,000, Php 50,000, Php 30,000, Php 20,000, and Php 10,000 are also up for grabs.

On top of these deals, the company’s Year-End Sale (YES) promo provides flexible payment schemes until December 31. Interested individuals can only choose one of the three financing deals. For your reference, you can check out the table below for the list of deals:

Model

Discount (PHP)

All-in low DP (PHP)

Low monthly fee (PHP)

Territory Titanium

30,000

99,000

13,000

Territory Titanium X

15,000

168,000

16,839

Ranger Wildtrak 4x4

60,000

99,000

18,000

“Christmas is definitely the most celebrated occasion in the country, and at Ford Philippines, we want to give our customers the opportunity to say yes to new adventures and new experiences with a brand-new Ford this holiday season,” said Ford Philippines Managing Director Mike Breen.

“With our participation [in] the 2023 Auto Focus Pre-Christmas Test Drive Festival, we are able to give them the opportunity to see our next-gen Ford line-up and experience their segment-leading features and capabilities.” 

In addition, the 2023 Auto Focus Pre-Christmas Test Drive Festival also hosts other brands for test drive opportunities, including Toyota, Honda, and Mitsubishi, among others. Of note, the event is open to the public and admission is free.

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Know more about Ford Ranger 2024

Ford Ranger

The 2025 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 2025, 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 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 Ford Ranger faces the Toyota Hilux, Nissan Navara, Mitsubishi Strada, Isuzu D-Max, Mazda BT-50, etc.

The Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 | Philkotse Features

>>> New and used Ford Ranger 2025 for sale in the Philippines

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.

>>> Read more information about the Ford Ranger: 

Ford Ranger Launch

The all-new 2025 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

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The 2025 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 2025 Price List

Let's check out the Ford Ranger 2025 price 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 2025 FAQs

1. In terms of size does the 2025 Ford Ranger change?

The 2025 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 2025?

The 2.3-liter turbo-four in the Ford Ranger produces 270 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque.

3. How much will the Ford Ranger 2025 cost?

The price of the Ford Ranger ranges from P1,259,000 to P1,955,000, depending on the variants.

4. How many colors will the Ford Ranger 2025 be available?

The Ford Ranger 2025 will be available in 4 colors: Absolute Black, Arctic White, Code Orange, and Conquer Gray.

₱ 1,213,000 - ₱ 1,910,000

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Rex Sanchez grew up in Saudi Arabia where he saw and got into the automotive scene. He started his career for an aviation company in the said region, writing about turbines and rotors which are later distributed for educational purposes. And now, he joined Philkotse.com as a staff writer. Currently, he is the youngest on the team and is more than ready to grow in the field.

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