Ford Ranger Review: Performance, Features, Safety and Capability in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia: The Ford Ranger is a versatile pickup truck designed to combine work-focused capability with everyday usability. In Saudi Arabia, the Ranger is offered across the XL, XLT, Wildtrak and Raptor variants. These trims give buyers different combinations of engines, transmissions, drivetrain configurations, technology and comfort features. The range starts with the 2.0-litre single-turbo diesel and extends to the most powerful Raptor with a 3.0-litre twin-turbo EcoBoost V6.

Ford Ranger Key Specifications

• Engine options: 2.0-litre single-turbo diesel, 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel, 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol and 3.0-litre twin-turbo EcoBoost V6
• Maximum power: Up to 392 hp
• Maximum torque: Up to 583 Nm
• Transmission options: 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic and 10-speed automatic
• Drive configurations: 4x4 and 4x2, depending on variant
• Maximum towing capacity: 3,500 kg
• Maximum payload: 985 kg
• Seating capacity: 5
• Infotainment: SYNC 4
• Centre touchscreen: 10-inch or 12-inch, depending on variant
• Instrument cluster: 8-inch TFT or 12.4-inch TFT
• Wheel sizes: 17-inch or 18-inch, depending on variant

Ford Ranger Engine and Performance

The Ranger's broad engine lineup allows Ford to offer different powertrain configurations across the range. It comes with a 2.0-litre single-turbo diesel, a 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel, 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol and 3.0-litre twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 across the lineup in different variants. The 2.0-litre single-turbo diesel delivers 168 hp and 405 Nm, while the 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol delivers 298 hp and 452 Nm. The 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel increases the output to 207 hp and 500 Nm. The Raptor's 3.0-litre twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 produces 392 hp and 583 Nm, which makes it the most powerful Ranger.

Engine and Performance by Variant

Variant	Engine	Power	Torque	Drive
XL (Low)	2.0L Single-Turbo Diesel	168 hp	405 Nm	4x4
XL (High)	2.0L Diesel / 2.3L EcoBoost	168 / 298 hp	405 / 452 Nm	4x4 / 4x2
XLT	2.0L Diesel / 2.3L EcoBoost	168 / 298 hp	405 / 452 Nm	4x4 / 4x2
Wildtrak	2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel / 2.3L EcoBoost	207 / 298 hp	500 / 452 Nm	4x4
Raptor	3.0L Twin-Turbo EcoBoost V6	392 hp	583 Nm	4x4

Transmission options include a six-speed manual, six-speed automatic, and 10-speed automatic. The Raptor uses an electronic 10-speed automatic transmission. With these performance numbers, it will give tough competition to upcoming vehicles like the 2027 Toyota Hilux. 

Ranger Towing and Off-Road Capability

The Ford Ranger offers class-leading towing capacity and robust off-road capability for a midsize truck. It retains the traditional strengths expected from a pickup, with a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 kg and a maximum payload of 985 kg. The truck also offers selectable drive modes and 4x4 configurations depending on the variant.  The Wildtrak comes with up to six selectable drive modes, while the top-of-the-line Raptor gets seven. The XLT and Wildtrak use all-terrain tyre configurations, while the Raptor gets T285/70R17 BFGoodrich KO2 high-performance all-terrain tyres.

Ford Ranger Exterior Design

The Ranger follows Ford's muscular pickup design language, with the front highlighting larger wheel arches, fender flares and C-clamp-shaped headlamps. The tailgate carries the RANGER name. Exterior equipment varies significantly between variants:

• XL: Halogen headlamps and 17-inch alloy wheels
• XLT: LED reflector headlamps and 17-inch alloy wheels, with 18-inch wheels available
• Wildtrak: LED reflector headlamps and 18-inch alloy wheels
• Raptor: LED projector headlamps and 17-inch wheels, with beadlock wheels available

The Wildtrak and Raptor also receive LED tail lamps, while fog lamps are halogen on the XLT and LED on the Wildtrak and Raptor.

Ford Ranger Interior and Technology

Inside, the Ranger combines practical pickup functionality with modern technology. The key interior highlights include the SYNC 4 infotainment, a large centre touchscreen and smartphone connectivity. The XL versions and XLT use four-way manual seat adjustment, while the Wildtrak receives eight-way power adjustment and the Raptor gets 10-way power adjustment. Seat upholstery also changes across the lineup as follows:

• XL (Low/High): Fabric
• XLT: Premium fabric
• Wildtrak: Partial leather
• Raptor: Leather and suede

The lower variants use a 10-inch centre touchscreen, while the Wildtrak and Raptor get a 12-inch screen. SYNC 4 is listed across all five configurations, while the instrument cluster ranges from an 8-inch TFT display to a 12.4-inch TFT unit on the Raptor. Other available cabin features include:

• Bluetooth connectivity
• USB ports
• Power outlets
• Wireless charging on Wildtrak and Raptor
• Dual-zone air conditioning on XLT, Wildtrak and Raptor
• Leather steering wheel with contrast stitching on higher variants

Ranger Cargo and Practical Features

The Ranger is designed to be useful beyond simply carrying passengers. That's why Ford adds several cargo-area solutions, including an integrated step, nine tie-down locations, cargo-management features, and mounting points for accessories. Key practical features include:

• Nine cargo-bed tie-down locations
• Cargo-management system
• Integrated cargo-area step
• 12V power outlet in the load box
• Hidden storage beneath the rear seat
• Mounting points for canopies and racks
• Additional cargo and zone lighting

These features make the Ranger suitable for users who regularly carry equipment or use the pickup for outdoor activities.

Ford Ranger Safety Features

The Ranger's standard safety equipment includes airbags, ABS and Electronic Stability Program, individual tyre-pressure monitoring, ISOFIX child-restraint points and seatbelt reminders. Available driver-assistance features include:

• Blind Spot Information System
• Cross-Traffic Alert
• Cross-Traffic Brake Assist
• Lane-Keeping System
• Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
• Pedestrian Detection
• Forward Collision Warning
• Dynamic Brake Support
• Post-Collision Braking
• Trailer Sway Control
• Hill Start Assist
• Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go
• 360-degree camera
• Reverse Brake Assist
• Active Park Assist 2.0

The exact availability of these systems depends on the variant, as adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go is available on the Wildtrak and Raptor, while Active Park Assist 2.0 is listed for the Raptor.

Ford Ranger Variants

The Ranger lineup covers a wide range of requirements, from the entry-level XL to the performance-focused Raptor.

Variant	Key Highlights
XL (Low)	2.0L single-turbo diesel, 168 hp, 405 Nm, 4x4
XL (High)	2.0L diesel or 2.3L EcoBoost petrol
XLT	2.0L diesel or 2.3L EcoBoost petrol
Wildtrak	2.0L bi-turbo diesel or 2.3L EcoBoost petrol, 4x4
Raptor	3.0L twin-turbo V6, 392 hp, 583 Nm, 4x4

Ford Ranger Review: Final Verdict

The Ford Ranger offers a broad combination of pickup capability, practicality and technology across all four variants. The available range of diesel and petrol engines gives buyers multiple powertrain choices, with different configurations and a varied set of features and performance numbers. The configurable Ranger lineup includes everything from basic work-focused requirements to higher levels of performance and equipment. Its core strengths remain its pickup functionality and capability, with up to 3,500 kg of towing capacity and 985 kg of payload, while selectable drive modes, available 4x4 systems and all-terrain tyre configurations add to its versatility. 

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