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Ford Ranger 2023
Carsguide Contributing Journalist David Morley had this to say at the time: The Current Ranger is a hot seller and that’s purely because it’s a top-shelf product. The new Wildtrak X specification, meanwhile, hasn’t altered that and the changes including the suspension, option of on-road all-wheel drive and wider track have made it a more road-oriented vehicle that hasn’t been hobbled in any area as a result.
You can read the full review here.This is what David Morley liked most about this particular version of the Ford Ranger: Looks great, Full-time AWD, Roomy cabin
The 2023 Ford Ranger carries a braked towing capacity of up to 3500 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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Ford Ranger 2023 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Ford Ranger Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum 3.0 (4X4) | Ute | 3.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO | $72,930 | $83,820 | |
| Raptor 3.0 (4X4) | Ute | 3.0L — 10 SP AUTO | $89,870 | $103,290 | |
| Raptor 3.0 (4X4) | Ute | 3.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO | $95,480 | $109,780 | |
| Raptor 3.0 (4X4) | Ute | 3.0L PULP 10 SP AUTO | $80,960 | $93,060 | |
Ford Ranger 2023 Accessories
Standard XL features include a front tow hook, a 10.1-inch touchscreen with Ford’s latest Sync4 multimedia system, a digital instrument cluster, manual air-conditioning, USB-A and -C ports, cloth seats and 16-inch steel wheels.
Note, too, that all Rangers score nine airbags, AEB autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane departure alert and lane keep assist, while all pick-ups have blind spot warning and cross-traffic alert tech.
Next up is XLS, adding fog lights, alloy wheels, side steps and carpet.
The XLT is the least-expensive version with the now Ranger-signature C-clamp LED headlights, and can also be identified via its chrome grille bar, pick-up tub bed-liner with illumination, a sports bar and 17-inch alloys. Little luxuries inside include keyless entry and start, dual-zone climate control, sat-nav, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, fancier interior trimmings, intelligent adaptive cruise control with full stop/go functionality and traffic-sign recognition tech.
Above that, the Sport ushers in contrasting blacked-out themes inside and out, two front tow hooks, 18-inch alloys, wireless charging, an Off-Road screen showing 4WD activation and other related settings, leather upholstery and a powered driver’s seat.
Finally, the Wildtrak gets its own grille, bumper, sports bar and wheel treatments, a trailer brake controller, side rails and a powered roller shutter for the tub and zone lighting all around the vehicle, while the cabin upgrades to a 12-inch touchscreen, ambient lighting, pull-out cupholders, a powered front passenger seat, front seat heaters, a 360-degree camera and active park assist.
Sophisticated Matrix LEDs and premium 10-speaker audio sound system can be had in the Wildtrak Premium Pack, while some other higher-grade Ranger features can be bundled up into option packs in lower grades as well.
There are also various off-road and towing packs, depending on grade.
Ford Ranger 2023 Colours
The Ranger is available in Arctic White, Meteor Grey, Aluminium Silver, Blue Lightning, Sedona Orange and Shadow Black. Going Wildtrak adds Luxe Yellow to the colour palette.
- Sedona Orange
- Meteor Grey
- Arctic White
- Aluminium
- Shadow Black
- Blue Lightning
- Luxe Yellow
Ford Ranger 2023 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Ford Ranger here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Rattle in the engine bay of a 2019 Ford Ranger XLT ute
This could be caused by something inside the engine bay rattling or vibrating, but could also be linked to the exhaust system or its heat-shielding doing the same thing. When you hit the accelerator up a hill, the engine and driveline (and exhaust) are suddenly put under a lot of stress which can be passed along any mechanical link or fixture, making things flex or vibrate that don’t normally do so when they aren’t subjected to the same stresses and loads.
When the engine is cold, have a feel around the engine bay to find anything loose or poorly mounted that could contribute to such vibrations. It could be as simple as a poorly located clamp of a loose piece of trunking or internal panelling vibrating against another part. Often these noises will be conveyed into the cabin via the fresh air vents, making them sound even louder.
Just be sure not to confuse a rattle with the normal cacophony of noises a modern turbo-diesel produces as part of operating under load.
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Does the Ford Ranger have a timing belt or chain?
I can see why the internet cohort might be confused by this question (and why your mate at the pub may or may not know what he’s talking about) because it’s a bit of a weird one. For reasons of friction reduction (efficiency) and reliability, the camshafts in the Ford Bi-turbo are driven by a rubber toothed belt. But – and here’s the strange bit – the belt is partially submerged in the oil in the engine’s sump, so it’s a 'wet' timing belt. While the vast majority of other rubber, toothed timing belts run in a 'dry' environment.
Ford reckons this gives the engine the low noise of a conventional rubber timing belt, combined with the low friction running of a conventional `wet’ timing chain. But the high-strength cords and the oil-resistant rubber the belt is made from, says Ford, also mean that it should last a lot longer than a conventional timing belt. While conventional belts should be changed between 80,000 and 120,000km (roughly speaking) the Ford belt is said to be good for 230,000km.
For the record, the Bi-turbo’s oil pump is driven by a second belt of the same construction.
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My 2011 Ford Ranger has noisy engine tappets
Noisy tappets (also known as hydraulic lifters) are relatively common on engines that have done their fair share of work. By using oil pressure generated from the engine’s oil pump, the hydraulic lifter can adjust to maintain the perfect gap between itself and the engine’s intake and exhaust valves. This improves efficiency and reduces engine wear, so it’s an important job.
Over time, the lifters may become a bit lazy (or weak) and may not be able to maintain that correct gap. At which point the extra clearance causes the tapping sound we associate with worn lifters. Replacement is the solution, and best practice says replace them all at once on the basis that if one lifter is already weak, the rest won’t be too clever either.
However, there’s one thing you can try before that, and that is to give the engine an oil change with a high-detergent (as most diesel engine oils are) content oil and a clean filter. Sometimes, fresh oil will clear out a small piece of grit or rubbish that is blocking the oil flow to a lifter and restore it to full health.
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Is the 2021 Ford Ranger Wildtrak a next-gen model?
No, the new Ranger is code-named PY, while the vehicle in question is a PX. Admittedly, it’s a very late-build PX (a Series 3, if you like) which got a revised look and extra tech, but it’s not a 'Next Gen'. The real giveaway is that it has the five-cylinder 3.2-litre engine fitted. This engine was dropped for the newer models, Ford electing to stick with the 2.0-litre bi-turbo and 3.0 V6 diesel engines and the twin-turbo 3.0-litre petrol unit for the Raptor.
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Ford Ranger 2023 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2023 Ford Ranger are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 2028mm x 1955mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Ford Ranger Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XL 2.0 HI-Rider (4X2) | Ute | 1872x1910x5225 mm | 224 mm | |
| XL 2.0 HI-Rider (4X2) | Ute | 1866x1910x5225 mm | 224 mm | |
| XL 2.0 HI-Rider (4X2) | Ute | 1875x1910x5225 mm | 224 mm | |
| XL 2.0 HI-Rider (4X2) | Ute | 1874x1918x5370 mm | 234 mm | |
Ford Ranger 2023 Towing capacity
The Ford Ranger’s towing capacity ranges from 2500kg to 3500kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Ford Ranger Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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| XL 2.0 HI-Rider (4X2) | Ute | 2.0L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 3500kg | |
| XLS 2.0 HI-Rider (4X2) | Ute | 2.0L,Diesel,10 SP AUTO | 3500kg | |
| XL 2.0 (4X4) | Ute | 2.0L,Diesel,10 SP AUTO | 3500kg | |
| XL 2.0 (4X4) | Ute | 2.0L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 3500kg | |
Ford Ranger 2023 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2023 Ford Ranger will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
| Ford Ranger Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XL 2.0 HI-Rider (4X2) | Ute | 255x70 R16 | — | 255x70 R16 | — | |
| XLS 2.0 HI-Rider (4X2) | Ute | 255x70 R16 | — | 255x70 R16 | — | |
| XL 2.0 (4X4) | Ute | 255x70 R16 | — | 255x70 R16 | — | |
| XLT 2.0 HI-Rider (4X2) | Ute | 255x70 R17 | — | 255x70 R17 | — | |
Ford Ranger 2023 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2023 Ford Ranger is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Ford Ranger currently offers fuel consumption from 7.3 to 11.5L/100km. The Ford Ranger is available with the following fuel types: Diesel, — and PULP.
| Ford Ranger Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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| Platinum 3.0 (4X4) | Ute | 3.0L,Diesel,10 SP AUTO | 8.4L/100km | |
| Raptor 3.0 (4X4) | Ute | 3.0L,—,10 SP AUTO | 11L/100km | |
| Raptor 3.0 (4X4) | Ute | 3.0L,Diesel,10 SP AUTO | 11L/100km | |
| Raptor 3.0 (4X4) | Ute | 3.0L,PULP,10 SP AUTO | 11.5L/100km | |
| Sport 2.0 (4X4) | Ute | 2.0L,Diesel,10 SP AUTO | 7.6L/100km | |
Ford Ranger 2023 Interior
The new Ranger is as fresh and modern as the old one was looking old and tired; it's a massive change.
That said, the general architecture and dimensions remain the same – the windscreen position, the door apertures, the glasshouse. This is not an all-new truck, but a thorough overhaul of the previous design from 2011.
Yet there are real big-ticket differences, kicking off with an all-new dashboard, door cards, seats and trim. Now you'll finally find a reach as well as height-adjustable steering column.
The touchscreen choices really dominate the cabin – measuring in at 10.1 inches in all but the Wildtrak, which jumps up to a 12-inch item. It also operates the latest SYNC 4A system, and that's a first for an Aussie Ford.
The new Ranger also gains a number of new items, such as full digital instrumentation across the range, both USB-A and USB-C ports, as well as a wireless charger from certain grades upwards and a storage shelf above the glovebox (that's lidded in Wildtrak).
Moving on to the rear seats, you will find face-level air vents for the first time in some grades, the seats have been redesigned for added comfort and support, as well as the usual amenities like overhead grab handles, map pockets and centre armrest with cupholders in higher grades.
Downsides? For some people, using touchscreens for functionality can be confusing; at least Ford has has made essentials like volume and climate controls as hard buttons and knobs, so you’re not so distracted using these. The 12-inch screen's extra depth makes accessing the USB ports directly underneath awkward. The pull-out cupholders struggle with broader cup bases as their clamps are too narrow. And we experienced a glitch with connecting the phone and climate control system in separate cars.
Breaking down the model walk, there are key differences between each model to help you make up your mind.
The XL, for instance, is a workhorse. Minimum frills, hard-wearing cloth, vinyl floor, a manual handbrake, easy-access dash storage – that sort of thing.
The XLS is more of the same, but with side steps, carpet and livelier trim.
Moving up to the XLT, it adds keyless entry/push-button start, leather wheel, dual-zone climate control, sat-nav and electric park brake up front, as well as rear-seat air vents and centre armrest with cupholders out back.
The Sport ushers in leather, a powered driver’s seat, ‘off-road screen’ and wireless charging, while the Wildtrak ups the ante with the larger touchscreen, 360º view camera, ambient lighting, pull-out cupholders, a powered front passenger seat and front seat heaters.
Ford Ranger 2023 Seats
For 2023, the Ranger's seats have been redesigned.
The front seats are new, and are claimed to be more comfortable than before, with improved support. They include a front-side airbag between driver and passenger.
We certainly found them amply comfortable after many hours and hundreds of kilometres behind the wheel during the launch drive days.
Moving on to the rear seats in the Dual Cab, there is room for three people to sit abreast, with the cushion and backrest providing sufficient comfort and support as well. There is storage beneath the bench, but it does not slide forwards.
Ford Ranger 2023 Boot Space
Ranger now comes with a box step for smaller-statured people reach things more easily in the tub.
Moving to the back, the tailgate retains its lift assist, and opens up to reveal a cargo area capable of taking a Euro palette for the first time. And there are now new box caps to help protect the fresh metalwork.
There are other innovations, such as a bedliner with moulded slots to help keep items in place, a 12V outlet, illumination under the box caps, load bearing aluminium side bars to secure items to, latching points on the box caps for accessories like canopies and cross bars, and external tie-down rails with sliding cleats for odd-shaped items.
Plus, there’s zone lighting available on higher-grade models, using the many LEDs around the vehicle for useful nighttime illumination operable remotely via the FordPass app.
Even the tailgate is a workbench, with two clamp pockets to secure project materials and a built-in ruler for convenient measuring.
Additionally, there’s a powered roller shutter for added security that's standard on Wildtrak and optional on other grades.
Finally, all Rangers offer a maximum towing capability of 3500kg. Payloads vary from 934kg to 1441kg, depending on model and grade.
Ford Ranger 2023 Speed
The Ford Ranger V6 can accelerate from 0-100km/h in under 10 seconds.
