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Ford Ranger PHEV Unveiled
This is the Ford Ranger PHEV and will feature a pure electric range of 45 km along with a 3.5 ton tow rating. Here’s all you need to know!
The Ford Ranger PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) has just been revealed, but not every technical detail is available. Right now, we know that it will be going on sale globally in early 2025, is powered by petrol, offer a tow rating of 3.5 tons and have a pure electric driving range of around 45 km.
The Ranger PHEV is powered by a 2.3-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol engine, paired to an electric motor and battery. Ford says its latest creation features more torque than any Ranger before, but didn’t mention power and torque amounts. If we look at the current Ranger lineup, that means the PHEV will have more than the 600 Newtons offered by the 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel.
Ford has said that it has worked on the chassis and suspension to cope with the additional weight of the battery and electric motor. For what its worth, the standard 2.3-litre offers 210 kW and 415 Nm, and it will be interesting to see how big the battery and motor combination are.
The PHEV componentry is not just for reduced consumption as Ford says it can power and recharge your tools, meaning you won’t need to bring along extension cables and generators. Dubbed “Pro Power Onboard”, this optional feature is also perfect for camping.
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This is the Ford Ranger PHEV and will feature a pure electric range of 45 km along with a 3.5 ton tow rating. Here’s all you need to know!
The Ford Ranger PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) has just been revealed, but not every technical detail is available. Right now, we know that it will be going on sale globally in early 2025, is powered by petrol, offer a tow rating of 3.5 tons and have a pure electric driving range of around 45 km.
The Ranger PHEV is powered by a 2.3-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol engine, paired to an electric motor and battery. Ford says its latest creation features more torque than any Ranger before, but didn’t mention power and torque amounts. If we look at the current Ranger lineup, that means the PHEV will have more than the 600 Newtons offered by the 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel.
Ford has said that it has worked on the chassis and suspension to cope with the additional weight of the battery and electric motor. For what its worth, the standard 2.3-litre offers 210 kW and 415 Nm, and it will be interesting to see how big the battery and motor combination are.
The PHEV componentry is not just for reduced consumption as Ford says it can power and recharge your tools, meaning you won’t need to bring along extension cables and generators. Dubbed “Pro Power Onboard”, this optional feature is also perfect for camping.
Ford Ranger PHEV Unveiled
This is the Ford Ranger PHEV and will feature a pure electric range of 45 km along with a 3.5 ton tow rating. Here's all you need to know!
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You can now have the Ford Ranger as a plug-in hybrid pickup
Well, you’ll be able to in 2025. Ford announces new Ranger PHEV with 28 miles of EV range
Ford has unveiled the all-new Ranger Plug-in Hybrid pickup truck, although thanks to the lack of information included in its initial press release the name is pretty much all we know about it so far.
Well, that and the fact that production will start in late 2024 with deliveries beginning in early 2025.
Of course, the name rather gives away the ability to plug in this new iteration of the Ranger too, and we know that there will be a 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol engine that pairs with a battery of unknown capacity for a target of 28 miles of all-electric range.
Ford has also let slip that you might want to save that electric range though, because the Ranger PHEV will get ‘Pro Power Onboard’ with outlets in the cargo bed and cabin that can power tools and appliances ‘on a worksite or remote campsite’. Nice.
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Well, you’ll be able to in 2025. Ford announces new Ranger PHEV with 28 miles of EV range
Ford has unveiled the all-new Ranger Plug-in Hybrid pickup truck, although thanks to the lack of information included in its initial press release the name is pretty much all we know about it so far.
Well, that and the fact that production will start in late 2024 with deliveries beginning in early 2025.
Of course, the name rather gives away the ability to plug in this new iteration of the Ranger too, and we know that there will be a 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol engine that pairs with a battery of unknown capacity for a target of 28 miles of all-electric range.
Ford has also let slip that you might want to save that electric range though, because the Ranger PHEV will get ‘Pro Power Onboard’ with outlets in the cargo bed and cabin that can power tools and appliances ‘on a worksite or remote campsite’. Nice.
You can now have the Ford Ranger as a plug-in hybrid pickup
Well, you’ll be able to in 2025. Ford announces new Ranger PHEV with 28 miles of EV range
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Ford Ranger Plug-in Hybrid
Ford will offer customers a plug-in hybrid version of its Ranger, combining electric driving capability with adventure-ready versatility and the work-ready dependability customers have come to expect from Europe's best-selling pickup.
Production of the first ever Ranger Plug-in Hybrid starts in late 2024 with deliveries to customers in early 2025. The new model will mark a significant step forward in Ford's plans to offer a full range of powertrain options for customers in the mid-sized pick-up truck segment.
Ranger Plug-in Hybrid customers will also benefit from the Ford Pro ecosystem of solutions - simplifying the transition to electric vehicles with charging, software and service options to help their businesses thrive.
"The Ranger Plug-in Hybrid will help customers step forward into an electrified future, with more confidence and capability than ever before, while keeping Ranger at the forefront of innovation and leadership in the mid-size pickup truck segment," said Hans Schep, general manager, Ford Pro, Europe.
Ford Ranger Plug-in Hybrid will deliver more torque than any other Ranger by combining a 2.3-litre Ford EcoBoost petrol engine with an electric motor and rechargeable battery system - also enabling it to be driven in pure electric mode for a targeted driving range of more than 45 kilometres. Pure electric drive capability opens new possibilities for business owners in growing numbers of towns and cities with low emissions zones.
The maximum braked towing capacity of the Ranger Plug-In Hybrid is a targeted 3,500 kg - the same as the rest of the Ranger line-up.
Ford Ranger Plug-in Hybrid will also offer Pro Power Onboard, enabling customers to power their high-draw power tools and appliances on a worksite or remote campsite by plugging them into power outlets embedded in both the cargo bed as well as the cabin. That means noisy, bulky, heavy generators can be left at home, leaving more space in the cargo bed for other gear and equipment.
Ford will offer customers a plug-in hybrid version of its Ranger, combining electric driving capability with adventure-ready versatility and the work-ready dependability customers have come to expect from Europe's best-selling pickup.
Production of the first ever Ranger Plug-in Hybrid starts in late 2024 with deliveries to customers in early 2025. The new model will mark a significant step forward in Ford's plans to offer a full range of powertrain options for customers in the mid-sized pick-up truck segment.
Ranger Plug-in Hybrid customers will also benefit from the Ford Pro ecosystem of solutions - simplifying the transition to electric vehicles with charging, software and service options to help their businesses thrive.
"The Ranger Plug-in Hybrid will help customers step forward into an electrified future, with more confidence and capability than ever before, while keeping Ranger at the forefront of innovation and leadership in the mid-size pickup truck segment," said Hans Schep, general manager, Ford Pro, Europe.
Ford Ranger Plug-in Hybrid will deliver more torque than any other Ranger by combining a 2.3-litre Ford EcoBoost petrol engine with an electric motor and rechargeable battery system - also enabling it to be driven in pure electric mode for a targeted driving range of more than 45 kilometres. Pure electric drive capability opens new possibilities for business owners in growing numbers of towns and cities with low emissions zones.
The maximum braked towing capacity of the Ranger Plug-In Hybrid is a targeted 3,500 kg - the same as the rest of the Ranger line-up.
Ford Ranger Plug-in Hybrid will also offer Pro Power Onboard, enabling customers to power their high-draw power tools and appliances on a worksite or remote campsite by plugging them into power outlets embedded in both the cargo bed as well as the cabin. That means noisy, bulky, heavy generators can be left at home, leaving more space in the cargo bed for other gear and equipment.
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Ford Ranger Plug-in Hybrid revealed ahead of 2025 international launch
Ford knows all too well that in order to keep its Ranger bakkie relevant in global markets, it needs to move with the electrified times.
Which is why the new Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) model that you see here is a significant new addition.
The hybrid model is set to go on sale in markets such as Europe and Australia from early 2025, although Ford SA says its local introduction is still very much “TBA”.
However, given that Europe sources its Ranger models from South Africa, it seems likely that the new PHEV will at least be built in Silverton.
But don’t expect to find a diesel motor under the bonnet.
Ford says the new Ranger’s hybrid system pairs a 2.3-litre EcoBoost turbopetrol engine with an electric motor and battery, the latter allowing for a range of more than 45km on electric power alone, according to Ford.
The company has yet to tell us how powerful the new PHEV is, but with the electric motor at play it will surely beat the standard 2.3-litre turbo engine’s output of 201kW by quite a margin. Ford also says it will have more torque than any existing Ranger model, which means we are talking upwards of the current V6 diesel’s 600Nm of twist.
The 3,500kg towing capacity of the current Ranger models will be retained in the PHEV, Ford says.
Ford knows all too well that in order to keep its Ranger bakkie relevant in global markets, it needs to move with the electrified times.
Which is why the new Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) model that you see here is a significant new addition.
The hybrid model is set to go on sale in markets such as Europe and Australia from early 2025, although Ford SA says its local introduction is still very much “TBA”.
However, given that Europe sources its Ranger models from South Africa, it seems likely that the new PHEV will at least be built in Silverton.
But don’t expect to find a diesel motor under the bonnet.
Ford says the new Ranger’s hybrid system pairs a 2.3-litre EcoBoost turbopetrol engine with an electric motor and battery, the latter allowing for a range of more than 45km on electric power alone, according to Ford.
The company has yet to tell us how powerful the new PHEV is, but with the electric motor at play it will surely beat the standard 2.3-litre turbo engine’s output of 201kW by quite a margin. Ford also says it will have more torque than any existing Ranger model, which means we are talking upwards of the current V6 diesel’s 600Nm of twist.
The 3,500kg towing capacity of the current Ranger models will be retained in the PHEV, Ford says.
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TFLnow first look at the Ranger PHEV
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Bakkie to the future: Ford announces new chargeable plug-in hybrid Ranger
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Bakkie to the future: Ford announces new chargeable plug-in hybrid Ranger | Life
The Ford Ranger's inexorable evolution has entered a new dawn with the official announcement that it will soon be available as a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).
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First long trip in the Wildtrak tomorrow. EL to Gordons Bay. Leaving 2am. Currently on 9000km.
Recently had the LED high beams adjusted up by the dealer as they were not shining far enough. Now they are proper!
Recently had the LED high beams adjusted up by the dealer as they were not shining far enough. Now they are proper!
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I would be interested to know your thoughts on the upcoming PHEV Ranger?
On paper thoughts.
The good: 45km range would cover my average in week daily mileage so that would be cool.
The bad: Based on my annual km's that I do, the price premium that this hybrid will carry will never be recouped.
I mean my Bi Turbo gives me 9.5l/100km in city with my heavy foot. Cannot complain.
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Ford Ranger 6×6 Revealed, But There’s A Catch
A UK engineering firm has taken the Blue Oval’s bakkie to a new level. Here’s the Ford Ranger 6×6!
This is the Ford Ranger 6×6 HEX, a one-off creation from UK engineering specialists Ricardo. Ricardo is the company involved in the Toyota Hilux Hydrogen project and also work on powertrains for supercar brand McLaren.
The Ford Ranger 6×6 HEX features the same 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel with 186 kW and 600 Nm, but Ricardo has added an electric motor to the mix, which deliver an additional 210 kW on demand. There’s no mention of battery size, but Ricardo says multiple pack sizes are available to suit customer needs. Charging is completed via a cable and regenerative braking.
The extended load bay over the additional axle has seen an increase in carrying capacity. The standard Ranger offers around 1000 kg, but the Ranger 6×6 HEX brings 3800 kg to the party! Under the load bay, the standard Ranger suspension setup and leaf springs have been replaced by a De Dion rear axle, which Ricardo says is robust and weight efficient.
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A UK engineering firm has taken the Blue Oval’s bakkie to a new level. Here’s the Ford Ranger 6×6!
This is the Ford Ranger 6×6 HEX, a one-off creation from UK engineering specialists Ricardo. Ricardo is the company involved in the Toyota Hilux Hydrogen project and also work on powertrains for supercar brand McLaren.
The Ford Ranger 6×6 HEX features the same 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel with 186 kW and 600 Nm, but Ricardo has added an electric motor to the mix, which deliver an additional 210 kW on demand. There’s no mention of battery size, but Ricardo says multiple pack sizes are available to suit customer needs. Charging is completed via a cable and regenerative braking.
The extended load bay over the additional axle has seen an increase in carrying capacity. The standard Ranger offers around 1000 kg, but the Ranger 6×6 HEX brings 3800 kg to the party! Under the load bay, the standard Ranger suspension setup and leaf springs have been replaced by a De Dion rear axle, which Ricardo says is robust and weight efficient.
Ford Ranger 6x6 Revealed, But There's A Catch
A UK engineering firm has taken the Blue Oval's bakkie to a new level. Here's the Ford Ranger 6x6 which features electric power.