Next-gen Ford Ranger among 2023 Women’s World Car of the Year finalists

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

Jurors find the Blue Oval’s pickup truck reliable, stylish, and efficient.

The 2023 Women’s World Car of the Year (WWCOTY) finalists have been announced. It features a short list of six vehicles that each won in their respective category.

Next-gen Ford Ranger front profile shotNext-gen Ford Ranger

The WWCOTY is now on its 13th edition. It’s an organization composed of 63 women motoring journalists from 45 countries. The team takes pride in being the only all-female award-giving body in the automotive industry. 

WWCOTY said that this edition’s finalists are vehicles that represent “excellence” in their segments based on several factors. Jurors look into the vehicles’ safety, driving performance, comfort, technology, design, efficiency, impact on the environment, and value for money.

The all-female organization noted that it had a more difficult time assessing and judging the vehicle candidates. This is because all vehicles pose excellent quality as compared to previous years, according to WWCOTY.  

All vehicles have been pitted to demanding driving tests, detailed analysis, and careful comparative assessments. From there, six cars stood out as the best in their respective category, and are now in the race to bring home the 2023 WWCOTY award.  Although, the WWCOTY did not share the runner-ups for each category.  

Next-gen Ford Ranger rear shotIt has a revamped design

The next-gen 2023 Ford Ranger is deemed the best 4x4 & Pickup. The WWCOTY said that the Ranger is a “reliable, stylish, and charismatic pickup [truck].” It goes on by saying that the next-gen Ranger “moves with ease over any terrain … [and] it’s as efficient as an off-roaded.” The jurors also find the Ranger’s cargo box practical.  

The next-gen Ford Ranger debuted in the Philippines last July 2022. It comes with a more assertive look due to the matrix LED headlamps. The interior, on the other hand, looks modern with the integration of the 12-inch infotainment vertical touchscreen. The Ranger is still powered by a 2.0-liter diesel engine. This power unit can come with either a single or bi turbos, depending on the variant. 

Next-gen Ford Ranger interior dashboardThe next-gen 2023 Ford Ranger comes with a modern-looking interior

Speaking of the Ranger variants in the Philippines, it has eight trim options with a starting price of Php 1,198,000 while the top-spec Wildtrak 4x4 retails at Php 1,885,000. 

Here are the other 2023 WWCOTY finalists: 

- Best Urban Model: Kia Niro

- Best Family SUV: Jeep Avenger

- Best Large Car: Citroën C5 X

- Best Large SUV: Nissan X-Trail

- Best Performance: Audi RS3

2023 Women's World Car of the Year finalists2023 Women's World Car of the Year

The six category winners will now go to the final round of judging to determine the winner of the 2023 WWCOTY award. The winner will be announced on the WWCOTY YouTube channel on March 8, which coincides with International Women’s Day.

In case you’re wondering, the current WWCOTY title holder is the Peugeot 308

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Know more about Ford Ranger 2024

Ford Ranger

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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>>> New and used Ford Ranger 2024 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 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

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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.

 

₱ 1,213,000 - ₱ 1,910,000

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