The Thai automotive industry has seen several new car launches this year that brought back the rivalry in the midsize pickup and SUV segment. Isuzu and Toyota are among the car brands that launched their respective challengers in the pickup and SUV battle royale. Now, Ford is ready to throw its own version of a one-two punch combo as it introduced the facelifted 2021 Ranger and Everest.
The 2021 Ford Ranger and Ford Everest come with a revised fascia as well as distinctive design elements that make it a bit different from the outgoing models. Ford Thailand says that the new Ranger and Everest will underline the brand’s product leadership in Thailand.
“With the new Ranger and Everest, Ford once again continues to underline its product leadership in Thailand. The new vehicles celebrate individuality and inspiring lifestyles – unique to our Ford customers,” said Ford Thailand managing director Wichit Wongwattanakan.
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2021 Ford Ranger
Ranger: Exterior
The 2021 Ford Ranger is highlighted by a slightly revised front fascia. It features a restyled trapezoidal grille with a contrasting accent that gives the Ranger a refreshed look. Looking at it, the Ranger’s new grille shares a bit of similarity to one fitted on the FX4 trim.
Facelifted 2021 Ford Ranger
Ford’s challenger in the midsize pickup segment also gets a set of new black alloy wheels that complement the overall tough look of the Ford Ranger. Ford has also equipped the 2021 Ranger with black side mirrors and door handle.
Rear of the 2021 Ford Ranger
The rear, on the other hand, comes with the same design as compared to the old Ranger. However, Ford says the 2021 Ranger Wildtrak comes with new toys such as load compartment accessory and power roller shutter.
Ranger: Engine
Ford Thailand has not released any word in regards to new powertrain options. As such, the 2021 Ranger comes with carryover engines that include: a 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel engine (210 hp and 500 Nm of torque), a 2.0-liter turbodiesel engine (178 hp and 420 Nm), and a 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine (158 hp and 385 Nm).
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Ranger: Other Details
Aside from the facelift version, Ford Thailand debuted a new Ranger variant dubbed XL Street. The 2021 Ranger XL Street is the one that piqued our interest when it was first shown in the teaser video.
2021 Ford Ranger XL Street
This specific variant comes with all the design updates you see on the facelifted model. But, the Ranger XL Street comes with more flair and style that aims to tap individuals who want a sporty looking pickup truck. It comes with an open cab design as well as red accents and sporty-looking stripe decals designed by Ford’s design team in Australia.
2021 Ford Ranger XL Street rear
The 2021 Ford Ranger XL Street is powered by a 2.2-liter diesel engine that generates 158 hp and 385 Nm. It is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Ford Thailand also said that this variant is available in four colors: Lightning Blue, Aluminum Metallic, Arctic White, and Absolute Black.
Overall, the design update given to the Ford Ranger is subtle. As such, it seems that Ford is maxing out the model lifespan of its current-generation Ranger. Of note, the current-gen Ranger has been in the market since 2011.
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2021 Ford Everest
Everest: Exterior
Providing the haymaker is the launch of the facelifted 2021 Ford Everest. Similar to its platform sibling, the 2021 Everest gets cosmetic upgrades across its variant range.
2021 Ford Everest
The 2021 Everest features design cues seen from the Everest Sport variant. As such, the new Ford Everest has a redesigned grille and an Everest chrome hood lettering. However, instead of black, the 2021 Everest comes with chrome door handles and side mirrors making it look more premium. Rounding up the design updates on this seven-seater midsize SUV is a new set of alloy wheels.
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Everest: Engine
Aside from the said cosmetic tweaks, the 2021 Ford Everest still comes with the same interior layout and engine options. As such, it’s still powered by either a 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel engine (210 hp and 500 Nm of torque), a 2.0-liter turbodiesel engine (178 hp and 420 Nm).
2021 Ford Everest rear
Ford Thailand is offering new exterior colors for the Ford Everest including Snow Flake White Pearl, and Deep Crystal Blue.
Ford 10-Year Driveline Care Program
Ford Thailand has also launched the 10-year Driveline Care Program, which offers the Ranger and the Everest with a 10-year or 150,000 km warranty coverage. This warranty covers the engine, transmission, and rear/front-wheel drive axles.
2021 Ford Ranger comes with a new front end
The introduction of the 2021 Ford Ranger and Everest in Thailand can be considered as good timing or counter move since its competitors have launched its respective revamped models. To put things in perspective, the Isuzu D-Max has been in the Thai market since last year while the new mu-X is freshly launched. On the other hand, Toyota has the new Hilux and Fortuner.
With that in mind, there’s a high probability that Ford Philippines will soon launch the 2021 Ranger and Everest since it’s now out in Thailand. In fact, Ford PH could launch the two new models before the year ends, and serve as its Christmas gift to the local market.
After all, Toyota Motor Philippines has already launched the new Hilux and Fortuner while Isuzu has already confirmed that the new D-Max will arrive next year. As such, it’s only a matter of time before Ford PH brings in the facelifted Ranger and Everest.
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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.
₱ 1,213,000 - ₱ 1,910,000
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