Ford Ranger

How much is the price of the Ford Ranger in the UAE?

The Ford Ranger is arguably the segment leader among midsized pickup trucks. It was fully redesigned for the 2024 model year and now comes with a bolder front-end styling inspired by the Ford F-150. The 2024 Ford Ranger XL has a starting price of AED 237,000

How many variants are there in the Ford Ranger range?

The 2024 Ford Ranger XL is available in two versions in the Emirates market in petrol and diesel engine options. Both come in the double-cab body style.

Which is the most value-for-money variant of the Ford Ranger?

The 2024 Ford Ranger XL 2.3L Wildtrak is the is the most value-for-money variant. It comes with several additional features over and above the other models. 

What features does the Ford Ranger get?

The exterior of the 2024 Ford Ranger XL is robust and rugged. It gets sharp angular details along the entire length of the vehicle. The front-end look is very distinctive with new design elements like Matrix headlights with an inverted C-shaped strip. The headlight's unique design complements the grille. The car gets all-around LED lighting. The grille itself is of a new style and gets a bright chrome plating. The hood of the 2024 Ford Ranger XL is tucked into the sides of the fenders. The design lends a cohesiveness to the pickup's front. The new Ranger gets large, body-coloured exterior mirrors. The mirror caps are chrome-plated and are electrically foldable, adjustable, and get integrated turn signals. The sturdy side steps allow easy entry and exit of passengers.

The rear end of the 2024 Ford Ranger XL largely remains similar. It gets large, square-sized rear lights. The Ranger logo is embossed on the tailgate. The rear bumper is no longer chrome-plated like the earlier version. There's a convenient up-down step for the cargo bed which is a new addition.

The 2024 Ford Ranger XL Wildtrak has a premium interior with a lot of soft-touch materials. The seats are upholstered in faux-leather. There are faux-leather sections on the doors, dashboard, and multifunction steering wheel. The glossy trim finish and coloured stitching add visual appeal.

The dashboard of the 2024 Ford Ranger XL Wildtrak gets a vertically oriented 12.4-inch touchscreen infotainment unit. The textured dashboard gets honeycomb-patterned air vents. Most controls have been digitized and are operated via the infotainment unit. It runs on Ford's updated Sync 4 interface that lends access to various controls, including the new zone-lighting feature. Another 12.4-inch screen is used as the driver's information panel. The cabin gets a number of storage options, including a hidden upper glovebox in the dashboard. The door pockets and cubby holes are large. There's also storage under the pickup's rear seat. 

How spacious is the Ford Ranger?

With 5,362 mm length, 1,918 mm width, and 1,875 mm height, the 2024 Ford Ranger XL Wildtrak is a spacious midsized pickup. It can accommodate five passengers. The two front seats are the most spacious. There's a lot of headroom and legroom on all seats, courtesy of the pickup's boxy proportions. The driver's seat on the entry-level model gets a six-way manual adjustment. Eight-way electrically adjustable seats with lumbar adjustment are standard on the Wildtrak version. The driving position in the 2024 Ford Ranger XL is high. The narrower windscreen pillars lend good forward visibility. But the rear windscreen is small and the long cargo bay hampers backend visibility.

The second row is bench-type but gets good under-thigh support. There's sufficient legroom even if the two front seats are pushed back the farthest. The minimum load-carrying capacity of the 2024 Ford Ranger XL is 1,035 kg. All versions can tow 3,500 kg. The cargo area gets lashing rings to tie down loads onto the bed. 

What engine and transmission options are available?

The 2024 Ford Ranger XL Wildtrak is equipped with a turbocharged, four-cylinder, 2.3-litre petrol engine that produces 300PS/452Nm. The motor is mated to a 10-speed automatic. The powertrain pulls strongly from low revs. There's a lot of grunt to get up to motorway speeds in a short time. or overtake on a single-carriageway. The transmission is seamlessly mated to the motor. Handling the 2024 Ford Ranger XL Wildtrak is easier than most other pickups. The steering is accurate and responds promptly while turning corners. Despite the high ground clearance, the truck is fairly resistant to body lean.

The 2024 Ford Ranger XL Wildtrak is mounted on a soft suspension that suits on-road driving better. The Ranger XL offers the most comfortable rides among all pickups.

What’s the mileage of the Ford Ranger?

The 2024 Ford Ranger XL Wildtrak has a claimed mileage of 11kmpl on mixed road conditions. Pickup trucks aren't known to be fuel-efficient. But mileage increases on highways.

How safe is the Ford Ranger?

The 2024 Ford Ranger XL gets a rearview camera for the entry-level trim. Higher models get a 360-degree camera. The pickup gets Ford's Co-Pilot360 suite of driver-assist features that includes blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, and rear parking sensors.

How many colour options are there for the Ford Ranger?

The 2024 Ford Ranger is available in Frozen White, Iconic Silver, Agate Black, Lucid Red, and Carbonised Grey colour options.

Should you buy the Ford Ranger?

The 2024 Ford Ranger is among the most expensive pickup trucks. Over the years, the Ranger has evolved into more of a lifestyle vehicle. It offers a nice balance of practicality and comfortable travel in a rather premium cabin.

What are my alternatives?

The 2024 Ford Ranger faces competition from the Chevrolet Silverado LD, RAM 1500, and the Jeep Gladiator

Other things to consider

The 2024 Ford Ranger has everything that's expected from a premium midsized pickup truck. It comes with a well-appointed cabin, lots of storage options, and plush seats. Fuel economy isn't good though. The Ranger is a worthy option for those looking for premium travelling comfort from a workhorse pickup truck.