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Ford Ranger III Double Cab (facelift 2019) 2.0 EcoBlue (170 Hp) 4x4
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Ford Ranger:
The Ford Ranger is a compact or mid-size pickup truck marketed globally by Ford over a series of generations, varying between both in-house or outside development and manufacturing — and with a hiatus in North America from 2011–2018.
Debuting as a compact pickup in North America in 1982 for the 1983 model year, the Ranger was later introduced in some South American countries. From 1998 to 2011, the Ranger nameplate was used for models developed by Mazda for sale outside the North American market. In 2011, Ford introduced the first Ranger based on the T6 platform. Considered a mid-size pickup truck, the model was developed in-house by Ford Australia. In that same year, the North American-market Ranger was discontinued, leaving the T6 platform-based Ranger as the sole Ranger model worldwide....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Double Cab (facelift 2019) Overview:
Ford Ranger (III Double Cab (facelift 2019)). With 420 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2156 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.3 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 EcoBlue (170 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily driving and light-duty work, providing a balanced performance for most users.
Fuel Economy
Achieves respectable fuel economy for a 4x4 pickup, making it a cost-effective choice for mixed use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent towing and payload capacity (up to 3500 kg)
- • Strong off-road capability, especially the Raptor variant
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful EcoBlue diesel engines
- • Improved interior technology and comfort with the facelift
- • Robust and durable build quality
Cons:
- • Ride comfort can be firm, especially unladen, compared to SUVs
- • Fuel economy for the 3.2 Duratorq engine is less competitive
- • Large dimensions can make urban maneuvering challenging
- • Rear drum brakes on some trims are a dated feature
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V SuperCrew (Americas): 2023 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Ranger |
| Generation: | III Double Cab (facelift 2019) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 EcoBlue (170 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | January, 2019 |
| End of production: | 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 170 Hp Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 85.1 Hp/l [75mm less] |
| Torque: | 420 Nm |
| Engine displacement: | 1997 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.1 l |
| Coolant: | 10.6 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.9-7.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-TEMP |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.5 kg/Hp, 79.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 197.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2130-2182 |
| Max. weight: | 3270 |
| Max load: | 1088-1140 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| AdBlue tank: | 20 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 24.0-25.0° |
| Wading depth: | 800 mm |
| Length: | 5282-5359 mm mm [75mm less] |
| Width: | 1867 mm mm [140mm less] |
| Height: | 1815-1821 mm mm [113mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3220 mm mm [49mm less] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1977 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2163 mm |
| Front track: | 1560 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1560 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 232-237 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.7 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 28.0-29.0° |
| Departure angle: | 27.0° |
| Climb angle: | 35.0° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 255/70 R16; 265/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16; 8J x 17 |
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