Next-gen Ford Ranger launches in South Africa – here’s the pricing

Ford’s next-gen Ranger is officially on sale in South Africa, revealing a long list of prices for 13 different derivatives during its launch on 5 December 2022.
For now, the bakkie will only be available as a double cab, with single-cab variants expected to go on sale early next year along with the launch of the new halo-model Raptor.
The pricing list for all 13 double cab derivatives, including VAT, are as follows:
Base
- 2.0L SiT Double Cab 4×2 6MT R486,000
- 2.0L SiT Double Cab 4×4 6MT R528,600
XL
- 2.0L SiT Double Cab XL 4×2 6MT R529,900
- 2.0L SiT Double Cab XL 4×2 6AT R544,400
- 2.0L SiT Double Cab XL 4×4 6MT R607,300
- 2.0L SiT Double Cab XL 4×4 6AT R621,900
XLT
- 2.0L SiT Double Cab XLT 4×2 6AT R592,700
- 2.0L SiT Double Cab XLT 4×4 6AT R669,800
- 2.0L BiT Double Cab XLT 4×2 10AT R702,300
- 2.0L BiT Double Cab XLT 4×4 10AT R782,100
Wildtrak
- 2.0L BiT Double Cab Wildtrak 4×2 10AT R778,300
- 2.0L BiT Double Cab Wildtrak 4×4 10AT R867,700
- 3.0L V6 Double Cab Wildtrak 4WD 10AT R953,500
Each purchase includes a 4-year/120,000km warranty and a 4-year/unlimited kilometre roadside assistance plan.
The first Ranger customers are expected to take ownership of their new cars before the end of the year, and over 4,000 pre-orders have already been recorded, said Ford.
Engines
The Next-Gen Ranger line-up of Double Cab models comprises three powertrain options, manual and automatic transmissions and the choice of two or four-wheel drive systems, said Ford.
The two base models are powered by a 125kW 2.0L Single Turbo engine, with the option of 4×2 or 4×4 – both featuring a newly developed six-speed manual gearbox. The manufacturer added that the XL series includes four derivatives, all powered by the 125kW 2.0L SiT engine, and is available in either 4×2 or 4×4, with the option of six-speed manual or automatic transmissions.
In the higher-specification XLT series, there are four Double Cab models. Customers have the option of the 125kW 2.0L Single Turbo engine and six-speed automatic or the 154kW 2.0L Bi-Turbo with 10-speed automatic transmission – both of which are available in 4×2 and 4×4, Ford said.
Two Wildtrak Double Cab models are available with the 2.0L Bi-Turbo engine, 10-speed automatic, with the choice of two or four-wheel drive. At the pinnacle of the range is the new 184kW 3.0L V6 Diesel, which is equipped with a permanent all-wheel drive system and 10-speed automatic transmission.
Features
As outlined by TopAuto, The base models will include vinyl upholstery, climate control, 16-inch steel rims with all-season tyres, an 8-inch driver display, a 10-inch vertical infotainment unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, four speakers, a multifunction steering wheel, and hill assist, said Ford.
The XL models add to this with 16-inch alloys, cloth seats, and a lockable rear differential.
The XLT then comes with the new C-shaped LED headlamps and daytime running lights, chrome finishes, side steps, a spray-in bed liner, six-way manually adjustable seats, a leather gearshift, keyless start and entry, six speakers, rain-sensing wipers, cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, and selectable driving modes comprising Normal, Eco, Tow/Haul, Slippery, Mud, and Sand.
The top-spec Wildtrak gets 18-inch alloys, eight-way electronically adjustable front seats, ambient lighting, dual-zone climate control, leather upholstery, a 12-inch media screen, a Bang and Olufsen sound system with 10 speakers, a 360-degree camera, active park assist, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, pre-collision assist, and autonomous emergency braking.
Ford also noted that every model in Ford’s line-up would enable customers to express their uniqueness by accessorising their vehicles with a growing list of over 200 factory-backed adventure, urban and commercial accessories.
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
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