Next-generation Ford Ranger bags International Pickup Award

Updated Nov 29, 2023 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

This is the Ranger’s third time to win the said award.

The next-generation Ford Ranger continues to charm the global market as it won the International Pickup Award (IPUA). This is the third time that the Ford Ranger won the award as it also clinched the IPUA in 2013 and 2020.   

Next-gen Ford RangerNext-gen Ford Ranger

The Ranger’s latest accolade was presented during a special ceremony at the Solutrans commercial vehicle show in Lyon, France. A jury of journalists from Europe and South Africa deemed the next-gen Ford Ranger a worthy truck to take home the 2023/2024 IPUA. 

The jury conducted on- and off-road testing in Greece earlier this year, and it is said that the next-gen Ford Ranger’s performance won the judges’ votes. That said, the Ranger nameplate scored a hat trick as it won the IPUA for the third time.      

“Ford has now scored a hat-trick in securing three International Pick-up Awards with its best-selling Ranger. This seventh running of the IPUA sees the sixth-generation Ranger adding to the titles won in 2013 and 2020. Congratulations to the global Ford development team on creating this exceptional vehicle,” said IPUA jury chair Jarlath Sweeney. 

Next-Gen Ford Ranger rear shotNext-Gen Ford Ranger scores a hat trick

Ford shared that the next-gen Ranger’s off-road ability as well as its refined on-road performance, and “unprecedented level of connectivity and technology” make the truck popular with “business and private users alike.” 

“We are delighted that the Ford Ranger has been recognized by the IPUA jury for the third time. The new Ford Ranger has the most comprehensive series choice yet, offering customers the on-road refinement and off-road capability to suit work days and weekends. It’s built ready for work and play,” said Ford Pro Europe general manager Hans Schep.

In the Philippines, the next-gen Ford Ranger is also proving to be a popular pickup truck. The Ranger continues to be Ford Philippines’ top-selling vehicle with sales growing by 22 percent from a year ago to 9,113 vehicles sold. 

Next-Gen Ford Ranger front quarter shotFor work and play

The Blue Oval brand added that the Ranger contributed a lot to its notable sales performance for the first nine months of 2023 (January to September) as the Ford Philippines recorded a 42 percent sales increase from a year ago to 23,091 vehicles sold. Ford PH offers extensive next-gen Ranger variants with retail prices starting at Php 1,249,000.    

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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.

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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 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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