Immediately following the launch of the Ford Everest SUV, its sibling, the Ford Ranger, also took the opportunity to reveal a brand new version, aiming to maintain its dominance in the pickup truck segment in Vietnam.
The all-new “king of pickup trucks” Ford Ranger is set to be delivered at the end of September 2022. However, it has already made its debut in Vietnam with prices ranging from 659 to 965 million dong for 6 different versions, each with various equipment packages. This highly anticipated model has been generating significant attention in its segment due to its consistently impressive sales figures.
In addition to sharing the same platform and engine with the Everest, Ford Ranger also shares a number of design elements with its SUV counterpart. The most notable feature is the completely redesigned front end. Both models share a reliable and confident body structure.
One of the most distinctive features of both the Everest and the new Ranger is the LED daytime running lights in the shape of a C, which wrap around the sides of the front of the car. This design element is also shared with other Ford models worldwide, forming a part of their design DNA.
In the top-of-the-line Wild Track variant, Ford Ranger 2022 features a Matrix LED lighting system, similar to the Everest. The “Performance LED” intelligent lighting technology includes automatic on/off, angle adjustment, beam assistance, and intensity adjustment to prevent dazzling oncoming drivers.
The XLT version of the Ford Ranger uses LED headlights, while all other versions are equipped with regular halogen filament headlights.
All versions of the Ford Ranger 2022 feature a two-tier grille design with a double chrome strip running along the front of the car. The grille design features either a broken line pattern or a honeycomb pattern, adding a touch of prestige and modernity. The color of the front bumper trim depends on the version and matches the body color.
In the top-of-the-line variant, Ford Ranger Wildtrack 2022 is equipped with GoodYear Wrangler tires in size 255/65R18, accompanied by a solid dual 5-spoke aluminum alloy wheel. The lower variants are equipped with 255/70 tires and 16-17 inch wheels.
The wheel arches are covered with anti-scratch plastic, and the car is equipped with standard step boards for all versions. The Wildtrack version comes pre-installed with roof rails and a rear cargo bar. Additionally, the side steps behind the rear wheels are a thoughtful addition to the user-friendly design of the Ford Ranger.
The rear bumper and brake light system vary between different versions of the car. The Wildtrack version is equipped with rear radar blind spot warning lights built into the taillights, along with other sensors around the car.
This version also boasts the most advanced safety systems, including a 360 camera, blind spot warning on mirrors, and front radar. The lower versions of the new Ranger are equipped with a reverse camera (except for the base XL version) and lack smart driving assistance features.
Stepping inside the cabin, the Ford Ranger continues to embody the “pickup version of the Everest” with many shared design elements on the dashboard and central control area.
The most prominent feature is the vertically mounted 12-inch display, providing an aesthetic experience reminiscent of an iPad Pro in the center of the car and creating a modern and highly impressive feel. Even on the lower versions, the car still features a vertically oriented 10-inch infotainment screen, which is equally impressive.
Another noteworthy detail is the digital information display positioned behind the steering wheel, featuring an 8-inch screen as standard for all versions. This feature is sure to make competitors of the Ranger envious, especially in the case of lower versions. Moreover, the modern Sync4 connectivity technology is a standard feature of the vehicle.
The cabin is further enhanced by four large rectangular air vents, featuring sleek wave patterns that exude strength and masculinity. The angular design details are echoed in various other areas, such as the door trims, glove compartment, and dashboard trim, creating a cohesive design both inside and outside the car.
Additionally, the integrated door handles now serve as door openers, eliminating the need for passengers to search for the handle to open the door, especially in low-light conditions or for new passengers in a hurry.
In the top-of-the-line WildTrack variant, Ford Ranger 2022 is equipped with vinyl seats featuring traditional orange stitching and the variant’s logo embroidered on the seat back. This version also offers dual-zone automatic air conditioning, auto-dimming mirrors, electronic parking brake, wireless phone charging, keyless entry, drive mode adjustment button, terrain mode support button, and rear seat power outlets. The lower versions feature manual air conditioning, cloth seats, “basic” auto-dimming mirrors, manual parking brake, USB and type-C charging ports for both rows of seats, and mechanical keys.
In terms of performance, the Ford Ranger 2022 offers a 2.0L Bi Turbo diesel engine in the top-of-the-line WildTrack variant, delivering a maximum power output of 210 horsepower and a maximum torque of 500 Nm from an early engine speed of 1,750 rpm. The other versions of this popular pickup truck are equipped with a 2.0L Turbo diesel engine, offering 170 horsepower and 405 Nm of torque.
Alongside these engine options, the Ford Ranger is equipped with a 10-speed automatic transmission in the top-of-the-line Wildtrack version, a 6-speed automatic transmission in the lower versions, and a 6-speed manual transmission in the remaining versions. The 4×4 versions also feature an electronic shift-on-the-fly button.
Underneath the car, the Ford Ranger is equipped with an exhaust gas filtering system to meet the latest EURO5 emissions standard mandated by the government. This puts the Ranger ahead of its older sibling, the Everest, as the Everest requires the latest AdBlue additive to comply with this emissions standard.
With prices ranging from 659 to 965 million dong across 6 versions and 8 color options, it is expected that the Ford Ranger will continue to reign as the “king” of pickup trucks in Vietnam for many years to come. Alongside the Everest, the Ranger is paving the way for the return of the Ford Territory to the mid-size SUV segment, replacing the long-lost off-road phenomenon, the Escape.
Anh Phan (Tuoitrethudo)
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