
The pick-up trucks are no longer boxy wagons that served as people carriers; instead, these are now identified as uber-cool vehicles that turn heads on road. Accredited to tough looks and a commanding stance, the Ford Ranger comes with the ruggedness & comfort of an SUV, and practicality of a pick-up. If you are considering buying a pick-up, here is a detailed look into the Ford Ranger variants that might help you pick the best-suited option.
The Ford Ranger variants are available in single cab, RAP cab and double cab options with multiple engines and transmission choices.
Before we begin, let’s go through the Ford Ranger specs sheet.
Also, the dimensions for the Double cab, regular cab, and RAP cab are given below-
Given below are Ford Ranger price list for Ford Ranger variants:
The Ford Ranger Commercial is available in regular & double cab versions. It misses out on a chrome radiator grille and makes do with a black unit. The wing mirrors at the side lack power adjusting and folding functions. This entry-level grade features black door handles and tailgate. Moving to the interior; there is a manual single-zone air conditioner and power central locking & unlocking system for the doors. Other bits such as a single DIN module AM/FM, manually adjusted windows, etc. are also part of the pack. This variant is available in three engine configurations including a high 2.2-litre diesel with a six-speed manual gearbox, a 2.5-litre petrol paired to a five-speed manual unit and a low 2.2-litre diesel with a five-speed manual transmission. An open style differential, limited-slip differential, and a 4-wheel anti-lock braking system are standard on it.
In addition to the above features, it also comes with the following bits-
This variant comes in double cab and RAP cab versions. Speaking of features, it gets body painted bumpers on both ends, power adjusting mirrors, silver-finished grille with chrome accents. It is available with a choice of 2.2L diesel unit with a six-speed automatic and five-speed manual transmissions, a 2.5L petrol engine with a five-speed manual gearbox and a 3.2L diesel engine paired to a six-speed automatic tranny. The list of other prominent features is given below.
The Ford Ranger XLT is offered with a double cab option only. The choices of engines available include 2.2L diesel with six-speed auto & manual gearboxes, 2.5L petrol with five-speed manual transmission and 3.2L diesel with both six-speed manual and automatic trannies. A lot of additional equipment can be availed with this variant over the XL grade such as body coloured plastic on the front bumper and 17-inch alloy wheels among several others. Use of chrome on the outside lends a premium look to the XLT; that said, the chrome pack includes chrome door & tailgate handles, front fog lamps, chrome grille, chrome back on the power adjusting mirror, etc. Besides, it also comes with the below-listed interior & safety features.
The limited variant is also available in a single double cab version with a 3.2L diesel engine linked to a six-speed auto box. The bedliner load box, chrome steel step on the rear bumper, rear window defroster, etc. At the sides, the power adjusting & folding door mirrors come with integrated turn signals and puddle lamps. It additionally features moulded step bars.
Here is a look at the interior & safety features
Sitting at the top of the range, the Wildtrak variant is available in a double cab version and RAP version with 3.2L diesel engine with a choice of six-speed manual and automatic transmissions. On the outside, it features box rails, larger 18-inch alloy wheels, accent colour steel step on rear bumper, cargo management system, painted door & tailgate handles, titan grille, roof rails, and sports bar. Speaking of interior and safety pack, the prominent features are listed below.
While front park assists, rear park assist and a rearview camera are optional on both Limited and Wildtrak trims. Besides, Ford offers a wide range of custom options on the Ranger pick-up range that can be availed with an extra cost.
The rugged pick-up is available with multiple engine options in manual and automatic versions in Double cab, regular cab, and RAP cab variants. While the entry-level variants lack most of the advanced bits, the higher variants come with the more comprehensive kit.
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