Ford has officially unveiled the 2015 Ranger, which sets a new benchmark in the pickup truck segment with an uncompromised blend of robust capability, craftsmanship and advanced technology.
The changes to the Ranger begin with an updated exterior design. A bold, more modern look lends Ranger a powerful presence on the road, and immediately conveys a sense of capability. A more muscular hood flows into a strong new trapezoidal grille, while imposing projector headlamps make the truck instantly recognizable, with a bold, technical look.
The updated exterior has been combined with a stylish new interior that creates an even more comfortable, contemporary and car-like environment for the driver and passengers. Strong horizontal lines run across the width of the cab, giving a sense of openness, and framing the central 8-inch touchscreen. Behind the steering wheel, a new dual-TFT instrument cluster provides drivers with information about the vehicle, as well as entertainment, navigation and climate control details at a glance.
The 2015 Ranger remains one of the most capable trucks in its class. With a class-leading ability to wade through water up to 800 mm deep, and with 230 mm of ground clearance, it is designed and engineered to handle the most extreme terrains with ease. Thanks to a 28-degree approach angle and 25-degree departure angle, drivers in the new Ranger can feel confident when taking on steep obstacles.
A robust electronically controlled transfer case allows drivers in 4x4 models to shift on the fly from 4x2 to 4x4 high with a knob on the center console. For low-speed torque or additional downhill braking, drivers can also engage low-range 4x4 gearing, while an electronic locking rear differential helps to improve traction in difficult conditions. These off-road strengths are matched by towing capability of up to 3,500 kg and exceptional payload capacity.
The facelifted Ranger will be available with Ford's SYNC 2 infotainment system and a plethora of safety & assistance systems like adaptive cruise control, lane keeping alert, lane keeping aid, front & rear park assist, forward alert, hill launch assist, hill descent control, adaptive load control and emergency brake assistance.
As for the engines, the 2015 Ranger features an updated lineup of four units mated to either a six-speed automatic or manual transmission. For maximum power and torque for heavy-duty towing, Ford is offering the latest generation of its globally proven 3.2-liter Duratorq 5-cylinder TDCi diesel engine which gets an updated exhaust gas recirculation system help to improve fuel efficiency by up to 18 percent, while still producing 197 hp and 470 Nm of torque.
There’s also the latest generation of Ford’s 2.2-liter Duratorq 4-cylinder TDCi diesel engine which is offered in two states of tune, depending on the market: 129 hp and 158 hp. Finally, the new Ranger is also available with Ford’s dependable 2.5-liter Duratec petrol engine, providing 164 hp and 225 Nm of torque.
Scheduled to go on sale later this year, the 2015 Ford Ranger will be manufactured in Thailand, South Africa and Argentina.
