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2021 Ford Ranger Comprehensive Review

Ford is well aware that its flagship Ranger offerings are priced out of the reach of many bakkie fans. The XL Sport version was built to offer most of the workhorse- and lifestyle bakkie experience, but at a more affordable price. We examine "how much bakkie" you get for your money if you go the close-to-bottom-spec route.

Engine: 2.2-litre turbodiesel 4-cylinder

Power/Torque: 118 kW/385 Nm 

Transmission: 6-speed automatic

Fuel consumption: 8.2 L/100 km (claimed) 

While many bakkie enthusiasts dream of owning a Ranger Wildtrak or -Raptor, the reality is that the asking prices of those flagship bakkies have reached astronomical heights. This is not a purely Ford problem as top-spec offerings from Volkswagen and Toyota have both skyrocketed, with the former being oh-so-close to the R1-million mark. Double-cab bakkies aren't only luxurious indulgences for South African consumers, however. Granted there's been a shift towards lifestyle use, but the core roles of business and utility remain. The price band for the Ford Ranger for sale is enormous, so the lower end of the scale is dominated by industrial-spec workhorses, but what if we told you that mixing business with pleasure was not just a cliche?

Ford recently introduced a Sport pack for its XL-grade Ranger derivative. This is not a vehicle we'd usually get for testing as it is primarily a workhorse, but the addition of the Sport pack brings a lifestyle edge that notably broadens the bakkie's appeal. The XL Sport treatment incorporates a gloss-black grille, with a matching sports bar, rear bumper and 17-inch alloy wheels, plus the test unit was fitted with the excellent Ford SYNC3 infotainment system with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity. This modern unit replaces the rather basic system that comes out of the factory.

The package is a proper back-to-basics offering, but it doesn't feel bareboned. There's no modern Ford biturbo 2.0-litre diesel engine here, with the Blue Oval sticking with the tried-and-tested older-gen 2.2-litre 4-pot turbodiesel unit. Is this mutton dressed as lamb, or has Ford managed to make a compelling value-for-money product? Let's take a look.

Performance and ride/handling

Ford's new-generation powertrains are fantastic; the 2.0-litre engines offer a great blend of power and economy, and the 10-speed transmission intuitively selects the appropriate ratios at the right time. The Ranger XL Sport is different – it uses an older-spec motor and a 6-speed automatic 'box. The 2.2-litre 4-cylinder diesel offers up to 118 kW and 385 Nm, which are sufficient outputs for day-to-day use. It's not the most eager of powertrains when you need maximum acceleration, but you never feel there's a shortage of grunts when overtaking on a national highway. The transmission may not be the fastest-shifting 'box in the business, but you have to remind yourself this is a blue-collared working-class hero. A manual gearbox is also available, but most of our readers are unlikely to go the 3-pedal route. 

When it came to fuel economy, we were hoping to see returns of under 10 L/100 km, but excessive inner-city urban driving with traffic saw the consumption figure climb up. By the time the vehicle went back to Ford, the trip computer read 10.8 L/100 km, which was not ideal, but not unexpected. Add a few open-road trips into the mix and we reckon the Ranger XL Sport would dip under 10 L/100 km.

Despite its dapper cosmetic accoutrements, is the Ranger still a capable off-roader? We put this to the test on the vehicle's launch (late in 2020) when the Ford traversed with the kind of obstacles most Ranger owners are unlikely to encounter. The bakkie performed admirably; we even waded through a river to test out the claimed 800-mm water clearance. The 4×4 operation is simple: you toggle between 2 High, 4 High and 4 Low with a rotary dial (4L, of course, still requires you to come to a complete stop and engage neutral. The tyres (265/65 R17 Goodyear Wranglers) helped extensively on the launch, but interestingly, our test unit came with 17-inch alloys wrapped in chunky 265/65 Continental Cross Contact off-road rubber. While we didn't test those, they certainly looked the part.

With such extensive off-road experience under our belt, we conducted more of a "real-world test" of the Ranger in and around Cape Town. Usually, specialised off-road tyres produce unpleasant levels of road noise on asphalt surfaces, but we're happy to report the Ford Ranger XL Sport didn't seem to generate any more tyre rumble than a double-cab bakkie shod with standard tyres. On longer trips, when travelling at higher-than-average speeds, the rubber did make its presence known, but the hum was drowned out by some of our favourite road-trip tunes played through Spotify and Android Auto. 

As far as ride quality is concerned, the Ranger is a body-on-frame double-cab bakkie, remember, so when unladen, the rear end can jiggle about, but that's to be expected. In case you don't know, when there's no weight on their leaf-sprung rear axles, bakkies can bounce, jiggle and shimmy at higher speeds. While it'd be impossible to eliminate this characteristic entirely, the latest Rangers in XLT and Wildtrak guise have received some tweaks to the suspension to dial this out with mixed success. The Ranger XL Sport has none of this and it feels old-school, but at this price point, we can't complain.

Exterior and Design

The Ranger XL is, arguably, as basic as it gets when it comes to exterior execution, but the Sport pack adds some notable visual updates that ramp up Ford's road presence/kerb appeal. We've already mentioned the off-road-specific tyres, which are really great from a visual point of view, but their chunky sidewalls are also likely to withstand some serious pothole impacts. 

The 17-inch Panther black alloy rims also give the vehicle a lifestyle edge compared with the standard bakkie's stock wheels. There's a big black gloss grille too and we'll bet that'd be an imposing sight in other motorists' rear-view mirrors! A black rear bumper has been fitted, as well as a tubular sports bar. Customers can also opt for black side steps for R5 000. There's a nice sport badge on the rear too.

Interior and features

Given its workhorse origins, it would be rather unfair to expect the XL Sport to have a luxury level of interior spec, but just about everything you'd need in terms of mod cons is present and correct. There is a simple unfussiness to the cabin layout, but some may be put off by the extensive use of cheap-looking and cheap-feeling plastics. This is the bottom-spec Ranger, however, so you can't be too demanding. 

We understand this is a basic offering, but the lack of rear parking sensors in something as large as a double-cab bakkie may cause many stressful parking situations. Thankfully, this is available as an extra-cost option. In terms of the requisite features, there's air conditioning, fabric seats, front/rear electric windows, remote central locking, aux/USB connectivity, as well as daytime running lights. The arguably class-leading 8-inch infotainment system was fitted to this vehicle and for R6k, we'd heartily recommend going this route as it adds hands-free telephony, music streaming and navigation into the mix.

You cannot even begin to compare the standard infotainment unit to the SYNC3-equipped system, they're light-years apart. Given its hands-free operation, which is safer to operate, we're in full support of it. Voice command is supported and works well. Saying, 'Hey Google, navigate home' will activate Google Maps and navigation. Other instructions, like asking for music from your favourite band on streaming services, work well and the system will even read out WhatsApp messages and allow you to reply, all without your hands leaving the 'wheel. 

Service and Warranty

The Ford Ranger is sold with a 4-year/120 000 km warranty, 6-year/90 000 km service plan, 5-year/unlimited km corrosion warranty, and 3-year/unlimited km roadside assistance. 

Verdict

Given the difficult financial climate, we applaud Ford for offering prospective buyers a cost-effective way to upgrade the versatile Ranger XL. Despite its basic underpinnings, there's something refreshing about an honest and uncomplicated vehicle that is fit for purpose. The Sport pack gives the bakkie a welcome image boost, but our favourite part of this kit has to be the wheels. Not only do they look the part, but those thick-walled off-road tyres should soak up the horrendous swathe of potholes littered on our roads. Price-wise, the XL Sport significantly undercuts its flashier XLT and Wildtrak siblings and while more expensive Rangers offer newer powertrains, more refinement and extra creature comforts, the XL Sport offers 75% of that experience at a pocket-friendlier price. That's a win in our books.

You could always look to the demo and pre-owned market too, where significant savings are to be had. The recently revised Toyota Hilux Raider and all-new GWM P-Series are the Ranger XL Sport's key rivals. The former offers legendary reliability and the after-sales backing of a 3-time #CarsAwards Brand of the Year winner, while the GWM is keenly priced and well specified, but still an unknown quantity on the local market. Suffice it to say, it's a huge credit to the Blue Oval that the Ranger remains a frontrunner given that the current generation of the bakkie has been on our market for almost a decade. 

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Review compiled by https://www.cars.co.za/

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2021 Ford Raptor V8 Interior, Price, Release Date

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2021 Ford Raptor V8 Interior, Price, Release Date

2021 Ford Raptor V8 Interior, Price, Release Date – Ford has become recognised to make more difficult pickup pickups, as well as the F-150 Raptor, contributes to its steady having a bolder style and outstanding functionality. 2021 Ford Raptor is defined to get unveiled over the last quarter regarding 2020. Appears can get rid of, and this is the way Ford efforts to combat their Ram and additionally Chevy competitors by using. Raptor is amongst the most reliable automobiles regarding towing plus moving and put into it is really a hugely potent powertrain due to the EcoBoost. Designed to handle rougher areas, this particular automobile is unquestionably among the ruthless pickups available, by Ford.

2021 Ford Raptor Redesign

Exterior And Interior Design

This voluptuous Ford Raptor is far more robust compared to traditional 2021 Ford Raptor. Some sort of Ford provides presented particular awareness of increasing its strong appearance with elevated bumpers and steel skid dishes. The product has an exclusive grille style and design and muscle fender flares. On it, daring seems also brings unique 17-in. Rims enhanced with-terrain car tires.

2021 Ford Raptor Exterior

Alternatively, everybody knows that Ford current style from the 2021 F-150 is getting it much more by design from the hefty-task types. Even so, using the described features, the Raptor remains special in their plan, so we do not assume any substantial alternation in its graphic personality.

2021 Ford Raptor Interior

The particular 2021 Ford Raptor is going to give back once again using the SuperCrew cab fashion. The design will incorporate very similar characteristics as being the XLT cut. Nevertheless, contrary to the talked about edition, this product functions exclusive interior cut and fabric. It will present an internal co2-dietary fibre package deal. Other accessible characteristics include strength and warmed up car seats, strength pedals, cooled seating, SYNC3 infotainment method, and many others. The version may also include the encircle-perspective method, sightless-area checking, back end go across-website traffic information and a lot more.

2021 Ford Raptor Engine

Ford offers tactfully agreed upon to eradicate the actual 6.2 litres V8 from your former Raptor’s technology. Instead of it, the latest technology receives the EcoBoost vehicle. The 24 device 3.5-litre EcoBoost vehicle provides an unbelievable 450 HP together with 510 lb-feet associated with torque. Ford has not proved this kind of engine, however, will almost certainly proceed unaffected inside the 2021 Ford Raptor regardless of we noticed improved gasoline engine collection or even an initially-actually diesel engine within the most current F-150.

2021 Ford Raptor Engine

2021 Ford Raptor Release Date And Price

This substantial operation in 2021 Ford Raptor is undoubtedly not affordable. The massive price label of approximately $49,500 for your bottom cut shows that. Nevertheless, together with further alternatives, the product will very quickly get to $60k.

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The 2021 F-150 Raptor: A Closer Look | F-150 | Ford

The 2021 F-150 Raptor: A Closer Look | F-150 | Ford

The 2021 F-150 Raptor: A Closer Look | F-150 | Ford Category Autos & Vehicles Description: The F-150 Raptor* has been redesigned to deliver next level capability off-road. You can drive deeper into the desert and tackle some of the most rugged terrain … TopTrengingTV Hunting the most trend video of the moment, every hour every day 24/7. Youtube Video Data Published At: 2021-02-04T19:48:38Z…

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All-new Tesla Pickup Truck 2021 - see why the Cybertruck EV is an F150 Raptor slayer!

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It’s the pickup truck you didn’t realise you needed… Until now! Introducing the all-new Tesla Cybertruck! Once you look beyond the ‘interesting’ design, you’ll find up to three electric motors, an ultra-minimalist interior, and the ability to reach 60mph in just 2.9 seconds! Along with its supposedly bulletproof design, the range-topping model is set to deliver approximately 500 miles range! With entry-level models due to cost as little as £31,000, does the Cybertruck have what it takes to displace class-leaders like the Ford F150 and RAM 1500? Join Mat to find out!

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2021 Ford Raptor Price, Horsepower, Specs

2021 Ford Raptor Price, Horsepower, Specs

2021 Ford Raptor Price, Horsepower, Specs – US automobile massive Ford is definitely hectic revamping her pickup truck selection. Right after getting contraptions away from the utterly new F-150 light-weight-responsibility truck variety, the corporation at the same time provided you peek at revamped 2021 Ford Raptor version. This midsized pickup is definitely directed directly for off-road…

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NHTSA said it decided to open the investigation "to assess the scope, frequency and potential safety-related consequences of the alleged defect.

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It's important to reiterate that while this is an official NHTSA probe, it is not a full recall. msrp 45.00 2021-2022 bronco 2.7l sport tuned axle-back exhaust - black chrome tips. msrp 60.00 ford performance bronco windshield banner - white. msrp 55.00 ford performance bronco windshield banner - white/red. This interference can cause an engine lockup."įord did not immediately respond to a request for comment. 1969 Ford Bronco Ford launched the first Bronco in the fall of 1965 for the 1966 model year, designed as a competitor to the International Scout, the Jeep CJ-5 and to. ford performance bronco windshield banner - silver. "Ford identified the root cause as the valve 'keepers' not holding the retainer in place allowing the valve spring to detach from the valve resulting in interference between the valve and piston. The new Ford Bronco DR, the ultimate production desert racing vehicle, relies on several of Multimatics innovative solutions to meet the harsh demands of. "This alleged loss of motor power is a result of catastrophic engine failures due to the valves failing," NHTSA said. The smaller 2.3-liter EcoBoost I4 engine is not part of this issue. All of the problematic SUVs are 2021 Ford Broncos equipped with the 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 engine. The optional Sasquatch and Everglades packagesbeefier tires and other enhancementshelp make the 2022 Bronco the ultimate off-road SUV and earn it a spot on both our 10Best and Editors' Choice. Where This Vehicle Ranks 1 Kia Telluride STARTING AT. NHTSA said it received 26 complaints from owners about "a loss of motive power at highway speeds with no restart," according to the investigation bulletin (PDF). While the Raptor is considerably more expensive than the standard-issue Bronco, hardcore enthusiasts will crave its incredible performance. Should the investigation result in a recall, as many as 25,538 Broncos could be affected. Sporting a bold, retro-inspired appearance.

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This flagship SUV - designed specifically to be heavily reminiscent of the original beloved Bronco series is no joke. Now officially one year into production, the 2021-2022 Ford Bronco has given Ford a revitalized grasp on the off-road enthusiast market. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into some 2021 Ford Bronco SUVs, according to documents published last week. 2021-2022 Ford Bronco Accessories & Parts.

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2021 Ford Ranger FX4 SA Specs

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa officially rolled out fresh FX4 derivatives of its popular Ranger bakkie in 2021.

The two locally built FX4-badged models are offered in double-cab configuration with the Blue Oval brand’s 2,0 SiT powertrain (with the choice of 4×2 or 4×4). This 2,0-litre, four-cylinder turbodiesel engine makes 132 kW and 420 N.m, delivered either to the rear axle or all four wheels via a ten-speed automatic transmission.

As a reminder, the Ranger FX4 slots in below the Wildtrak and Thunder models but just above the XLT on which it is based. A spot of quick maths suggests the FX4 package thus effectively costs R30 000.

Interestingly, the local launch of the FX4 derivatives signaled the arrival of FordPass Connect (and the FordPass smartphone application) to the automaker’s broader bakkie line-up. The system now ships standard on all Ranger XL, XLS, XLT, FX4, Wildtrak and Raptor models.

The app allows customers to control various vehicle functions remotely, communicating with the FordPass Connect modem embedded in the vehicle. Functions include the locking and unlocking of doors, starting the engine (to activate the climate control system), locating the vehicle and accessing information such as fuel level and oil life. The FordPass app furthermore allows owners to find Ford dealers, schedule servicing bookings, keep track of services and view the vehicle’s warranty information. It also enables “direct access” to Ford’s roadside assistance service as well as the owner’s manual.

So, back to the Ranger FX4. As we pointed out in that original story, the newcomer offers various updated styling cues, such as the black mesh grille first seen on the Thunder, black side-mirror caps, black door handles, black 18-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels and red “FX4” decals on the lower parts of the front doors (plus a 3D-effect “FX4” badge affixed to the tailgate).

The FX4 furthermore features an extended tubular sports bar and a drop-in bedliner, the latter complete with a 12 V power socket. The newcomer is available in five exterior colour choices: Sea Grey, Frozen White, Race Red, Agate Black and Moondust Silver.

Inside, you’ll find a leather-trimmed facia with red stitching, with the latter treatment repeated on the leather-wrapped steering wheel, gear lever and seats. The front pews furthermore gain embossed “FX4” logos.

The FX4 badge is not a new one to South Africa, with a similar package having been offered on the Silverton-built Ranger back in 2017. Still, this Ford Ranger version for sale is not quite as extreme as the FX4 Max kit available in markets such as Australia nor the Tremor package offered in North America, which include items such as uprated Fox shocks, all-terrain tyres and a Raptor-style grille.

As with other variants of the Ford Ranger for sale, the 2021 FX4 derivatives ship standard with a four-year/120 000 km warranty and a six-year/90 000 km service plan (with 15 000 km intervals).

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News found on https://www.carmag.co.za/news/

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El F-150 Raptor R es presentado con 700 caballos de fuerza (+Imágenes y video) https://gossipvehiculo.com/2022/07/18/f150-raptor-r-presentado-700-caballos-de-fuerza-imagenes-video/?feed_id=27441&_unique_id=62d57532b9e09

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2021 Ford Raptor Interior, Price, Release Date

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2021 Ford Raptor Interior, Price, Release Date

2021 Ford Raptor Interior, Price, Release Date – Ford released the newest Ford Raptor significantly less compared to a season previous nevertheless it now seems like the organisation is going to discharge a change. So far, the information are however unusual; however, it feels like the vehicle will select the industry together with the long term upcoming 2021 Ford Raptor. The particular van would include an existing powertrain and maybe a few changes on the functioning products as evidently. The effect has to be a faster and much more severe automobile which will permit Ford to deal with their power over the stuffed-ability van publicise. As the organisation made a decision I would personally have peaceful to date, it appears as if the possible upcoming Raptor is perfectly underneath advancement.

2021 Ford Raptor Redesign

Exterior And Interior Design

Generally, we understand this with athletics autos but below no scenarios although with the actual pick up. TRA-Kyoto, an established Japanese modifying storage space, realistically lately unveiled this “wide-body kit” prototype for your 2021 Ford Raptor. To the current time modest is founded, plus new design the latest design is planning on some improved qualities. Relating to social networking web sites comments, we know that one side consequences indeed are a small tad polarising without all we are fired up employing this remarkable travelling.

2021 Ford Raptor Exterior

Ford Ranger is usually returning to the particular world’s vehicle industry. The most effective is supposed with the Detroit car show. All that we loved about the old Ranger, earnings with an all new product, but a lot more remarkably produced and a lot more stylish.

2021 Ford Raptor Interior

The latest Raptor might get a little bit beefier Fox auto racing shocks, available distinct springtime rates as correctly as brand new metal skid-food. Regardless of just what some highly recommended, this may not be likely to be an entirely new version. In the position, the potential upcoming Ford Raptor launch of this pickup truck might be a midsection in the private lifestyle improve meant to find the Raptor straight back again to the very top of their class. Because so many experts just recently encouraged, your pickup truck trucks will most likely characteristic the same substantial durability metallic chassis as before.

2021 Ford Raptor Engine

Noted by good promises, it really is turned out that next season you may quickly be anticipating the newest 2021 Ford Raptor using a more powerful engine, and it will surely certainly possibly be 7.0L V8. Ford’s Windsor, New York car engine setup natural herb is actually an established precisely where a brand new engine will be created. Just what is the expertise of the new engine is it will become furthermore characteristic Fast Shots, and you will probably always be mated to help Ford / GM’s brand-new 10-speed transmission? Where could versions we be prepared to have this much more powerful car engine? Platinum plus Raptor versions need to get the chance of obtaining a stronger and a lot more seeking a driver.

2021 Ford Raptor Engine

2021 Ford Raptor Release Date And Price

While the creator failed to say quite a lot, it appears as though this Ford Raptor would certainly probably strike the current industry period in the rapid 2021. Your selling price from the van is going to in every likelihood hover close to $52,000 to get an essential product using the higher-conclusion possibilities searching for over that.

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Enter… the 2021 F-150 Raptor | F-150 | Ford

Enter… the 2021 F-150 Raptor | F-150 | Ford

Enter… the 2021 F-150 Raptor | F-150 | Ford Category Autos & Vehicles Description: An all-new five-link rear suspension, electronically controlled next-gen FOX™ shocks with Live Valve technology, Over-the-Air updates and available 37-inch … TopTrengingTV Hunting the most trend video of the moment, every hour every day 24/7. Youtube Video Data Published At: 2021-02-03T16:00:11Z   Tags: …

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Ford Upgraded Bronco With 400 Plus Hp Version of Raptor

On Monday, Ford Motor Co unveiled the Bronco Raptor, the latest iteration of the revived Bronco SUV that is one of the automaker's biggest vehicles to launch in 2021. The Bronco Raptor is equipped with a specially tuned 3.0-liter twin-turbo engine. to meet Ford's high-performance standards with a target of over 400 horsepower. The turbocharged engine is equipped with an intercooler and air intake system designed to cool at the higher ambient temperatures in the desert.

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SE ROBAN 3 “FOUR TRACKS” Y 8 VEHICULOS DE MOTOR EN AUTO SHOPPING CENTER EN LA AVENIDA 65 INFANTERIA, RIO PIEDRAS. Agentes, adscritos a la División de Propiedad del CIC de San Juan, investigan un escalamiento reportado en la tarde de ayer, lunes, en el concesionario de autos Auto Shopping Center PR, en la marginal de la Avenida 65 de Infantería, en Río Piedras. Según alegó el querellante, Ángel Flores Vázquez, que alguien rompió el candado de la entrada principal del dealer obteniendo acceso al interior de donde se apropiaron de ocho vehículos y tres four track (cuatrimotos todoterreno). Los autos fueron descritos como: 1) Hyundai Tucson color azul y del año 2017 2) Buik Enclave, color oro y del año 2011 3) Hyundai Santa Fe, color gris y del año 2013 4) Toyota Tacoma, color gris y del año 2016 5) GMC Yukon, color negro y del año 2011 6) Ford Explorer, color negro y del año 2013 7) Ford Transit, color blanca y del año 2012 8) Hyundai Tucson, color blanca y del año 2020 Por su parte, tres four track fueron descritos como: Yamaha Raptor, color azul y del año 2020 Yahama Raptor, color gris y del año 2021 Yamaha Raptor, color azul y del año 2021 La agente Roxana Parilla, del Precinto de Monte Hatillo, investigó preliminar esta querella de escalamiento y refirió el caso a personal del CIC de San Juan. https://www.instagram.com/p/CVyFDRRFRz3/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Ford F-150 Raptor 2017

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Ford F-150 Lariat Supercrew 4x4 Hybrid: Is this the best pickup ever?

Words and Photos By Michael Hozjan

No matter which pickup camp you favor, be it Chevy, Ram, GMC or one of the Japanese versions you have to admit that Ford’s F-150 has been setting the  benchmark for pickups since biblical times. Sure it has had its share of hick ups, which vehicle hasn’t, but it’s been the segment leader more often than not and Ford is not about to relinquish the spot. This year’s F-150 has received some notable improvements that are sure to make it a favorite with farmers, tradesmen and enthusiasts alike.

It may be cliché, but the F-150 does come in every configuration that you could want to suit every taste, budget and need. You can choose from V6 power to V8 as well as turbocharging and hybrid assist. From two doors to four doors, rear wheel drive or 4x4 as well as three different bed lengths.  

Above: Nearly seven decades separate these two blue beauties

Decisions, decisions

Prices start at $36,174 for the base XL in two-door/6 ½ foot box configuration powered by a 3.3L V6 that develops 290 horses and 265 lb.-ft. of torque feeding the rear wheels through an electronic 10-speed automatic. Sorry folks, Ford has nixed manual trannies. Add another three hundred dollars and you get the more useable 8-foot bed. There are seven more trim levels, XLT, Lariat, Tremor, King Ranch, Platinum, Raptor right up to the $94, 120 Limited. You get a choice of five engine choices including a 3.0L V6 diesel.  

Above: You wouldn’t guess by looking at it that there are 430 horses waiting to be unleashed.

Add to the various trim lines, engine options, cabin sizes and bed lengths and you can see what I mean by a truck for every taste, need and budget. With more variants than I care to count I decided to look at the least thirsty one, the full hybrid version Lariat powered by a 3.5L V6 EcoBoost engine and an electric motor. As a $4,850 option, it sounds pricey, but it also delivers a whopping 570 lb.-ft. of torque and 430 horses. My tester’s towing capacity amounted to 12,400 lbs. In contrast, the base Lariat starts at $61,845 with a 2.7L EcoBoost mill that doles out 325 ponies and 400 lb.-ft. of torque and is rated to tow 8,500 pounds.  

Other options included Group 502A at $4,245.00 (rain sensing wipers, LED projector bending head lights, LED taillights, onboard 400W outlet, heated steering wheel, 10-way power driver’s seat, power passenger seat, heated second row seats, leather seating, adaptive cruise and a slew of driving aides). My tester also came with 275/60Rx20 all terrain tire package at $1000, the $1,300 Sport Appearance package added power running boards and did away with the chrome grille replaced by a more subtle black grille, a twin panel moonroof at $1,750, Bang and Olufson sound system and power tailgate ($800.00 each), FX4 off-road package gets you skid plates to protect your investment’s underpinnings at $950.00, a sprayed bedliner ($600.00), co-pilot assist with active park assist ($1,350.00).  With the ever-increasing sizes and heights of pickups, the $850.00, 360-degree camera is a must, especially if your travels include parallel parking around low-slung cars.

Above: Plugging in your power tools was unheard of just a few years ago now you can use your F-150 as a mobile generator – the Hybrid package can transmit up to 7.2 kW of power.

There were no extra fees for the leather seating, the 20” six spoke aluminum wheels, the towing package and the 3.73:1 electronic locking rear axle.

As you can see the numbers add up rather quickly, nothing new in the pickup world, so how does it stack up?  

Hybrid Power

Ford has been a leader in alternative power for its pickups for years having experimented with [hydrogen] fuel cells in its Ranger line decades ago, and hybrid pickups are nothing new. They’ve been around for a while, some better than others, oddly, the F-150 is the sole full hybrid pickup in the 2021 model line up. It’s also the best. Not only is power transition from full electric to gasoline completely transparent, it’ll even drive on full electric in four-wheel-drive. Ford calls it PowerBoost and it’s available on all F-150 crew cab models regardless of trim, even the base XL line.

Not to be confused with Ram’s e-Torque mild hybrid system, which can’t be driven solely on electricity. Ford’s system consists of a 1.5 kWh lithium ion battery pack that's liquid cooled and engineered to minimize weight. The electric motor makes 41 horsepower (35 kW) integrated directly to the 10-speed automatic transmission.

Best of all the truck self-charges through regenerative braking and engine power, so you don’t plug it in. A workhorse should not be required to have daily downtime. Right?

New look

For 2021 the F-150 got a mild and dare I say welcomed refresh with new skin giving it a modern look.  

New interior

Whether you’re pickup’s needs are for farming, towing or simply commuting, Ford’s stylists have completely redesigned the cabin. Fit and finish is top notch, as are the materials. Borrowing from the Ram, the center console features a large flat workspace ideal for taking notes or working your laptop. My Lariat came with a 12” infotainment screen that thankfully could also be navigated with buttons and dials (screens have a hard time recognizing my finger/hand gestures).

 Above: For extra storage, my truck had a pop-up bin (closed in pic)  under the rear seats - a $200 option. 

On the road

In all honesty I haven’t enjoyed an F-150 as much as I enjoyed this one since the “Bullnose” F-150s of the early to mid ‘80s. Its road manners are above and beyond what I’ve been used to with Ford’s previous renditions and better than most of the competition. With a smooth ride and comfortable seats, road imperfections go virtually unnoticed unless you find a real large pothole.  

Above: How much is too much light? I wish manufacturers would consider oncoming traffic when designing their headlamps.

With gobs of torque (the most ever in an F-150) and a whole corral of ponies under the hood, you would think that the F-150 is a speed demon. Well you’re right, zero to a hundred kms is achieved in just over 5.5 seconds and it’ll do the quarter mile in 13.8 seconds at 164 kph. The 10-speed automatic works perfectly in conjunction with the hybrid package. Whether accelerating from a full stop to highway speeds or in stop and go traffic, shifts go unnoticed.  I can’t recall a single incident where the truck felt underpowered or misstepped a gear. Steering is light yet precise, but I do wish the turning circle was smaller.  

On board scale

Ever wonder just how much you’re carrying? Well Ford has taken the guess workout by offering an onboard scale that measures your payload and sends it to the Sync4 screen and you can even read the weight via an LED display in the taillamps!

The verdict

I’m not a big fan of electric vehicles, (not enough space to explain why here) but I love hybrids, especially those that regenerate themselves. If I can save my gas bill while getting more power what is not to like. While this F-150 fit the bill, I’m an old school pickup guy so for me 8-foot beds are the way to go, and they’ve been making a big comeback in my neck of the woods. Having said that, I’d love to see the hybrid package offered in a regular cab version with the long bed. I’m sure the battery could safely be stored under the bed. Ford doesn’t offer the crew cab with an 8-foot box, once the darling of municipal yards and racetracks alike. Are you listening Ford?  

My combined thirst for the week averaged 10.95L/100kms, unheard of in a full size pickup, much less with these horsepower figures.  

Price as tested $83,715.00 *

*Includes Dealer prep and delivery fees, federal excise tax and off-road discount.

Warranty: 3yr/60,000 km Basic, 5 Yr/100,000 km Powertrain – 24hr Roadside Assistance

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Ford Ranger er årets mest solgte pickup i Norge

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Ford Ranger er årets mest solgte pickup i Norge

Dato: 05-01-2021 14:15 CET Opprinnelig tittel på pressemeldingen: Ford Ranger er årets mest solgte pickup i Norge Kategori: , Motor Motor, biler, motorsykler Økonomi, finans Livsstil, mote, fritid Bygg, eiendom Industri, produksjon Transport Jordbruk, landbruk, fiskeri Skogbruk, skogspleie Biltrafikk Den råtøffe arbeidshesten Ford Ranger ble den klart mest solgte pickupen i Norge i 2020. Det har faktisk blitt solgt hele 349 flere Rangere enn den nest mest solgte pickupen på listen.

Den råtøffe arbeidshesten Ford Ranger ble den klart mest solgte pickupen i Norge i 2020. Det har faktisk blitt solgt hele 349 flere Rangere enn den nest mest solgte pickupen på listen.

– Vi vil først og fremst takke alle våre kunder for tilliten. Ford Ranger er en helt unik pickup på mange måter. Med markedets bredeste modellutvalg, fra XLT, Limited og Wildtrak til spesialmodeller som Thunder og ikke minst ekstremvarianten Ranger Raptor har enda flere kunder funnet en pickup som passer akkurat deres bruk, sier Espen Markussen, salgssjef nyttekjøretøy i Ford Motor Norge.

Hele 1232 nye Ford Ranger har ifølge de offisielle tallene fra Opplysningsrådet for Veitrafikken (OFV) blitt nyregistrert i løpet av det siste året. Det betyr en volumvekst på over 10 % fra 2019 i et pickup-segment som i 2020 gikk tilbake med mer enn 24 %.

Ranger har hatt en kraftig salgsøkning de siste årene. Mens den i 2019 hadde en markedsandel i pickup-segmentet på 21 %, økte denne til hele 31 % i 2020. Det er en prosentvis økning i markedsandelen på hele 46 % fra det rekordgode salget i 2019.

Ford Ranger ligger også an til å bli den mest solgte pickupen i Europa for femte året på rad. Den har med det befestet sin stilling som Europas mest populære pickup.

– I tillegg til at Ranger kan fås i flere varianter, kan den også by på en helt uslåelig kombinasjon av trekkraft, drivstoffeffektivitet og smarte førerassistanseteknologier, og en konkurransedyktig pris. Med den nye 2-liters EcoBlue dieselmotoren får du også en kjøreopplevelse som i en personbil, sier Fords salgssjef for nyttekjøretøy.

Klasseledende arbeidsjern

Med klasseledende vadedybde på hele 80 cm og 23 cm bakkeklaring er nye Ranger lagd for mest mulig komfortabelt å kunne ta seg frem i tøft terreng. Med nyttelast på opptil 1147 kg og maks tilhengervekt på opptil 3500 kg får du med deg det aller meste, enten det er bak på planet eller på henger.

Ford Ranger vant også den anerkjente prisen som årets beste pickup, International Pickup Award (IPUA) i 2020.

Ranger er tilgjengelig både som Rap Cab og Double Cab. Alle variantene har firehjulstrekk som standard.

Nesten 1 av 3 solgte Ranger er ekstrem-pickupen Raptor

Av de solgte Rangerne i Norge i 2020 er 30% ekstrem-varianten Ranger Raptor.

Chassiset til Ranger Raptor er utviklet av Ford Performance, og er lagd av høyfast lavlegert stål for å tåle all den julingen kjøring i ulendt terreng kan påføre super-pickupen.

Raptors fantastiske hjuloppheng er spesielt utformet for å håndtere tøft terreng i høy hastighet, samtidig som både kontrollen over bilen og komforten forblir uendret.

– Uansett hvor hardt du utfordrer Ranger Raptor så er kjøreegenskapene helt fantastiske. Samtidig får du en svært bra arbeidsbil. Dette er på alle måter en helt unik pickup og svært mange nordmenn har virkelig sansen for denne råtassen, sier Fords nyttekjøretøysalgssjef Espen Markussen.

I fjor kom også en ny variant, Ranger Thunder. Den nye spesialmodellen kommer i et begrenset antall eksemplarer. Den kommer med enda mer eksklusive eksteriør- og interiørløsninger samtidig som du beholder den svært gode hengervekten på 3500 kilo og nyttelast på over 1 tonn. Spesialmodeller som Thunder er en viktig suksessfaktor for vårt totale pickup-salg og vil være noe vi vil bygge videre på i tiden som kommer.

Norges nest mest solgte nyttekjøretøymerke

I 2020 befestet Ford også sin posisjon som Norges nest mest solgte nyttekjøretøymerke. Foruten Ranger er Transit Connect, Transit Custom og Transit 2T modeller det har blitt solgt svært mye av. Ford har også i en årrekke vært det mest solgte nyttekjøretøymerket i Europa. 

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Om Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company er et global selskap med hovedkontor i Dearborn, Michigan, USA. Selskapet utvikler, produserer, markedsfører og har service på en rekke kjøretøy som inkluderer personbiler, SUVer, nyttekjøretøy, lastebiler, elektrifiserte kjøretøy og Lincoln luksusbiler.Konsernet leverer også finansielle tjenester gjennom Ford Motor Credit Company. Ford Motor Company har som mål å ha en ledende rolle innen elektrifisering, mobilitetsløsninger, inkludert selvkjørende biler, og sammenkoblede tjenester. Ford har cirka 188 000 ansatte over hele verden. For mer informasjon om Ford, produktene og Ford Motor Credit Company, vennligst se www.corporate.ford.com

Ford Europa er ansvarlig for å produsere, selge og vedlikeholde Ford kjøretøy i 50 markeder og har ca. 45.000 ansatte ved sine heleide anlegg og konsoliderte fellesforetak. De har rundt 58.000 ansatte når ikke-konsoliderte virksomheter er inkludert. I tillegg til Ford Motor Credit Company inkluderer Ford Europas virksomhet Ford Servicemarked og 19 produksjonsenheter (hvorav 12 er heleide anlegg og 7 er ukonsoliderte fellesforetak). Den første Ford-bilen ble sendt til Europa i 1903 – samme år som Ford Motor Company ble etablert. Produksjon i Europa startet i 1911.

Ford Motor Norge er en bilprodusent og mobilitetsselskap som importerer biler og deler for salg gjennom et forhandlernettverk på 82 salgs- og servicepunkter. Den første Ford-bilen kom til Norge allerede i 1906, trolig gjennom firmaet E.C. Gjestvang i Oslo. Lenge var det kun private forhandlere som importerte Ford til Norge via Danmark. Først i 1960 ble Ford Motor Norge etablert etter sterkt engasjement fra blant annet Trygve Lie, FNs første generalsekretær og norsk ambassadør i Washington.

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