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Ford kills the bi-turbo diesel in the Ranger bakkie and Everest
Ford South Africa is phasing out their 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel engine in the Ranger and Everest as it “optimises” their powertrains for the future.
Its replacement is set to be the 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol engine. The company says a tweaked single turbo 2.0-litre motor will remain, while the 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel will be expanded into more derivatives.
EcoBoost engine
According to Ford, the 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol engine provides customers with a compelling new powertrain, delivering a blend of strong performance, advanced technology, and enhanced driving refinement.
The 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine, a proven performer in other Ford vehicles globally, is specifically tuned for the Ranger and Everest.
The 2.3-litre EcoBoost is a turbocharged, direct-injection, inline 4-cylinder engine, with a lightweight aluminium block and turbocharger that delivers 222kW of power and 452Nm of torque, and, they say, ensures a responsive power delivery across a broad rev range, with smooth and efficient performance when paired with Ford's 10-speed automatic transmission.
As a reminder, the Bi-Turbo produces 154kW and 500Nm.
Tweaked single-turbo
The single-turbo diesel mill has been upgraded with a new timing chain for better durability and performance. Currently, it produces 125kW and 405Nm and, depending on the variant, is paired with either a six-speed automatic or manual transmission.
There’s no word yet on whether the six-speed transmissions will continue to do duty, but the 10-speed automatic gearbox receives a calibration update and, for the first time, will be offered on the XL and XLT models.
Ford South Africa is phasing out their 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel engine in the Ranger and Everest as it “optimises” their powertrains for the future.
Its replacement is set to be the 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol engine. The company says a tweaked single turbo 2.0-litre motor will remain, while the 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel will be expanded into more derivatives.
EcoBoost engine
According to Ford, the 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol engine provides customers with a compelling new powertrain, delivering a blend of strong performance, advanced technology, and enhanced driving refinement.
The 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine, a proven performer in other Ford vehicles globally, is specifically tuned for the Ranger and Everest.
The 2.3-litre EcoBoost is a turbocharged, direct-injection, inline 4-cylinder engine, with a lightweight aluminium block and turbocharger that delivers 222kW of power and 452Nm of torque, and, they say, ensures a responsive power delivery across a broad rev range, with smooth and efficient performance when paired with Ford's 10-speed automatic transmission.
As a reminder, the Bi-Turbo produces 154kW and 500Nm.
Tweaked single-turbo
The single-turbo diesel mill has been upgraded with a new timing chain for better durability and performance. Currently, it produces 125kW and 405Nm and, depending on the variant, is paired with either a six-speed automatic or manual transmission.
There’s no word yet on whether the six-speed transmissions will continue to do duty, but the 10-speed automatic gearbox receives a calibration update and, for the first time, will be offered on the XL and XLT models.
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222 kW Ford Ranger & Everest Confirmed for SA
Ford has announced the introduction of a new powertrain to its local Ranger and Everest lineups…and it comes in the shape of the Blue Oval brand’s 222 kW 2.3-litre EcoBoost motor.
In July 2025, Volkswagen Group Africa confirmed to CAR Magazine that the local Amarok lineup will gain a new powertrain – Ford’s 2.3-litre EcoBoost unit producing 222 kW and 452 N.m of torque. (Pricing for the 222 kW Amarok here.) Now, with the current-generation Amarok sharing the Ranger’s underpinnings, the introduction of this four-cylinder petrol motor to the bakkie on which the VW is based didn’t seem unlikely. And the Blue Oval brand’s local arm has now announced that this unit will make its way into its Ranger and Everest portfolios, while more models will gain the firm’s 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel engine.
However, Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has stated that the 2.3-litre mill has been specifically tuned for the Ranger and Everest, and has been fitted with a new timing chain, which is said to improve durability and performance. In addition, the updated 10-speed automatic transmission coupled with the EcoBoost unit will also be offered with XL and XLT derivatives; replacing the six-speed automatic ‘box.
222 kW Ford Ranger & Everest Coming to SA
Ford SA has yet to announce specific details regarding the updated Ranger and Everest model lineups, and which derivatives will employ the 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine. However, the company has confirmed that we can expect the revised lineup to arrive in SA in the first half of 2026.
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Ford has announced the introduction of a new powertrain to its local Ranger and Everest lineups…and it comes in the shape of the Blue Oval brand’s 222 kW 2.3-litre EcoBoost motor.
In July 2025, Volkswagen Group Africa confirmed to CAR Magazine that the local Amarok lineup will gain a new powertrain – Ford’s 2.3-litre EcoBoost unit producing 222 kW and 452 N.m of torque. (Pricing for the 222 kW Amarok here.) Now, with the current-generation Amarok sharing the Ranger’s underpinnings, the introduction of this four-cylinder petrol motor to the bakkie on which the VW is based didn’t seem unlikely. And the Blue Oval brand’s local arm has now announced that this unit will make its way into its Ranger and Everest portfolios, while more models will gain the firm’s 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel engine.
However, Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has stated that the 2.3-litre mill has been specifically tuned for the Ranger and Everest, and has been fitted with a new timing chain, which is said to improve durability and performance. In addition, the updated 10-speed automatic transmission coupled with the EcoBoost unit will also be offered with XL and XLT derivatives; replacing the six-speed automatic ‘box.
222 kW Ford Ranger & Everest Coming to SA
Ford SA has yet to announce specific details regarding the updated Ranger and Everest model lineups, and which derivatives will employ the 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine. However, the company has confirmed that we can expect the revised lineup to arrive in SA in the first half of 2026.
222 kW Ford Ranger & Everest Confirmed for SA
Ford has announced the introduction of its 222 kW 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine to its local Ranger and Everest lineups...
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Ford SA to Discontinue 2.0 BiT Engine in Ranger & Everest in 2026
Ford SA has announced it will discontinue its 2.0 BiT engine option for the Ranger and Everest in 2026.
Earlier in November 2025, Ford South Africa announced it will revise its powertrain offerings for the Ranger and Everest lineups in 2026. This includes more models gaining Ford’s 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel mill and, noteworthy, the introduction of the Blue Oval brand’s 222 kW EcoBoost 2.3-litre four-cylinder turbopetrol motor, which was recently introduced to the Volkswagen Amarok.
In addition, the 2.0-litre SiT single-turbo diesel unit will gain a new timing chain to improve durability, while XL and XLT derivatives will be available with the company’s 10-speed automatic transmission for the first time.
So, what about the 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel engine? Well, Ford SA has announced this powertrain will be discontinued for the Ranger and Everest lineups in 2026. As a reminder, this unit produces 154 kW and 500 N.m of torque – the latter available from 1 750 r/min.
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Ford SA has announced it will discontinue its 2.0 BiT engine option for the Ranger and Everest in 2026.
Earlier in November 2025, Ford South Africa announced it will revise its powertrain offerings for the Ranger and Everest lineups in 2026. This includes more models gaining Ford’s 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel mill and, noteworthy, the introduction of the Blue Oval brand’s 222 kW EcoBoost 2.3-litre four-cylinder turbopetrol motor, which was recently introduced to the Volkswagen Amarok.
In addition, the 2.0-litre SiT single-turbo diesel unit will gain a new timing chain to improve durability, while XL and XLT derivatives will be available with the company’s 10-speed automatic transmission for the first time.
So, what about the 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel engine? Well, Ford SA has announced this powertrain will be discontinued for the Ranger and Everest lineups in 2026. As a reminder, this unit produces 154 kW and 500 N.m of torque – the latter available from 1 750 r/min.
Ford SA to Discontinue 2.0 BiT Engine in Ranger & Everest in 2026
Ford SA has announced that the 2.0 BiT engine will be discontinued for the revised Ranger and Everest lineups in 2026...
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Ford SA Announces Updated Everest for 2026
Ford South Africa has announced the updated Everest model lineup for 2026, with the revised range gaining a new engine option and Active derivative.
Recently, Ford South Africa announced major changes for the 2026 Ranger lineup. However, the Ranger isn’t the only Blue Oval product that will receive revisions for 2026. Indeed, the Everest portfolio will also be updated for the new year. This includes the addition of a new engine option, specification updates, and the introduction of the Active derivative, which will replace the XLT as the new entry-level model in the local Everest range.
Available with the choice of 4×2 and 4×4 drivetrains, and exclusively coupled with Ford’s 10-speed automatic transmission, Active models will employ the carmaker’s single-turbo (SiT) 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel engine, which has been upgraded with the fitment of a new timing chain. The SiT unit produces 125 kW an 405 N.m of torque. As a reminder, Ford SA will discontinue the 154 kW/500 N.m 2.0-litre bi-turbo (BiT) diesel unit for the 2026 lineup.
The Wildtrak and Platinum derivatives retain the currently employed 184 kW/600 N.m 3.0-litre V6 diesel. The Sport variant, which currently employs the outgoing BiT unit, will also gain this powerplant. The Sport will also adopt Ford’s EcoBoost 2.3-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol motor, which was recently introduced to the Ranger-based Volkswagen Amarok. The EcoBoost unit produces 222 kW and 452 N.m, and is exclusively coupled with a 4×2 drivetrain.
Across the entire range, each model will receive enhanced standard specification. More details and pricing will be announced closer to the launch date in the first half of 2026.
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Ford South Africa has announced the updated Everest model lineup for 2026, with the revised range gaining a new engine option and Active derivative.
Recently, Ford South Africa announced major changes for the 2026 Ranger lineup. However, the Ranger isn’t the only Blue Oval product that will receive revisions for 2026. Indeed, the Everest portfolio will also be updated for the new year. This includes the addition of a new engine option, specification updates, and the introduction of the Active derivative, which will replace the XLT as the new entry-level model in the local Everest range.
Available with the choice of 4×2 and 4×4 drivetrains, and exclusively coupled with Ford’s 10-speed automatic transmission, Active models will employ the carmaker’s single-turbo (SiT) 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel engine, which has been upgraded with the fitment of a new timing chain. The SiT unit produces 125 kW an 405 N.m of torque. As a reminder, Ford SA will discontinue the 154 kW/500 N.m 2.0-litre bi-turbo (BiT) diesel unit for the 2026 lineup.
The Wildtrak and Platinum derivatives retain the currently employed 184 kW/600 N.m 3.0-litre V6 diesel. The Sport variant, which currently employs the outgoing BiT unit, will also gain this powerplant. The Sport will also adopt Ford’s EcoBoost 2.3-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol motor, which was recently introduced to the Ranger-based Volkswagen Amarok. The EcoBoost unit produces 222 kW and 452 N.m, and is exclusively coupled with a 4×2 drivetrain.
Across the entire range, each model will receive enhanced standard specification. More details and pricing will be announced closer to the launch date in the first half of 2026.
Ford SA Announces Updated Everest for 2026
Ford SA has announced the updated Everest model lineup for 2026, with the revised range gaining a new engine option and Active derivative...
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