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2019 Ford Ranger Review
The comprehensive Ford Ranger review
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Critic reviews
Website
Rating
Notable quotes
Car Advice
84%
"Though it may carry over, the 3.2-litre engine is hardly past its use-by date. Although power and torque haven't been bumped up as part of the late-2018 update, the Ranger still claims more power and torque than its four-cylinder Toyota HiLux and Mitsubishi Triton rivals, the two closest sellers in the ute segment."
"2019 Ranger (or PX III) brought numerous upgrades and refinements, headlined by the availability of AEB and Ford's new twin-turbo 2.0-litre diesel engine with 10-speed auto being available as an option in the upper-shelf XLT and top-shelf Wildtrak variants."
"All in all, there isn't really anything negative to say about the updates on the 2019 Ford Ranger. That's not to say the vehicle is perfect, it isn't. But Ford have taken a great product and made it even better by staying true to its roots, but giving it the old spit shine."
"The 2019 Ford Ranger is easy to drive on surfaced roads as well as being a capable off-road vehicle. It also has a bunch of tech that makes it a compelling proposition when compared to competitors in its class."
There are 22 different Ford Ranger body styles and transmission combos on sale in Australia, varying from a RWD, low-rider single cab chassis ute to the double-cab Ranger Raptor off-road racing-inspired pick-up. Across the 4 ordinary Ranger trim levels, Ford gives buyers the chance to pick between a 2.2-litre diesel engine, a 3.2-litre diesel and a bi-turbo 2.0-litre borrowed from the Raptor. The Raptor only comes with the 2.0-litre engine and a 10-speed automatic gearbox.
XL
XL Rangers are sold as a 4x2 Low-rider or as a Hi-rider. There's also a 4x4 option. This model is ideally suited to fleet buyers, farmers and those who need a workhorse spec ute. Body configurations include single-cab, super-cab and double-cab chassis models as well as pick-up variants of those configurations. XL models come with a 2.2-litre diesel or an optional 3.2-litre oiler with more power. XL Rangers have black grilles, door mirrors and door handles, plus tough 16-inch steel wheels.
Features include power-adjustable mirrors, a manually adjustable driver's seat (with lumbar support), vinyl floor coverings, auto on/off headlamps, electric windows, a 4.2-inch multi-function display, Bluetooth® phone connectivity, Ford's SYNC voice-activated controls, a single USB port, 6 airbags, auto high beam, cruise control with a speed limiter, driver impairment monitor, Dynamic Stability Control, Emergency Assistance, Hill Descent Control, Hill Launch Assist, Lane Keep Aid, rear parking sensors (on pick-up bodies), Pre-Collision Assist (AEB with pedestrian detection), eLocking rear differential, rear view camera (optional on super-cab XLs) plus Traffic Sign Recognition. The infotainment system plays through four speakers made up of two tweeters and two woofers and a CD player. On XL super-cabs and up, there are four woofers.
The XL Ranger starts from $34,752 driveaway.
XLS
The XLS is a 4x4-only Ranger model. It comes with the larger output 3.2-litre TDCi donk. External parts that are finished in black on the XL, like the door mirrors and grille, are instead painted Trivet Grey. There are halogen front fog lamps and 16-inch alloys. An optional pack can enable dual-zone climate control (as well as a 4.2-inch dual instrumentation panel). Buyers can additionally specify Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, DAB, satellite navigation, SYNC 3 and MyKey as well as keyless entry and ignition.
The vinyl floor covers from the XL become carpets and this model also has perimeter/inclination/interior motion alarm sensors and rear parking aids.
Prices start from $54,163 driveaway.
XLT
The XLT Ranger notches the driveaway price up to a starting point of $55,423. For the extra cash, you get:
A 3.2-litre diesel, with the option of a 2.0-lite Bi-turbo
Chrome rear bumper, door handles, door mirrors and grille
High Intensity Discharge headlamps
LED Daytime Running Lights
Power folding and heated wing mirrors
Privacy glass
Chrome sports bar
Side steps, in black
Tow bar as standard
17-inch alloy wheels
Bedliner with a 12V outlet
Optional XLT leather seats
Two, rather than one, USB sockets in the cabin
Cooled centre console
Dual-zone climate control as standard
Twin 4.2-inch instrumentation screens
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear stick
Rain-sensing wipers
Electrochromatic rear view mirror
8.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard
DAB+
Satellite navigation
SYNC 3
Tyre pressure monitoring
Adaptive Cruise Control (optional pack)
Semi-auto Active Park Assist (optional pack)
Optional 18-inch black alloys
Wildtrak
Buyers who want more luxuries and passenger comforts, such as those who are using the ute for a family vehicle, will probably want to pay from $66,393 driveaway for the Wildtrak Ranger. You can specify this model with either a 3.2-litre diesel or a bi-turbo 2.0-litre. Changes Ford make to the Wildtrak include:
Body colour bumper with silver lower insert
Bolder Grey rear bumper, door handles, door mirrors and grille
LED fog lamps
Puddle lamps in the exterior mirrors
Sailplane style sports bar
Black and silver side steps
18-inch alloys
Roller shutter
8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support
Finally, for those who want a properly tough, performance ute, the Ranger Raptor starts from $85,336. Features include:
2.0-litre Bi-Turbo diesel
17-inch Dyno Grey alloys
33-inch BF Goodrich All-Terrains
Optional decal packages
Dyno Grey door handles, exterior mirrors, tailgate handle and front bumpers
Power-adjustable, folding, heated and puddle lamp-equipped exterior mirrors
Front and rear mud flaps
Unique Raptor grille
Heavy-duty bash plates
HID headlights
LED fog lamps
Optional prestige paint
Unique Raptor rear bumper
Strengthened chassis
8-way power driver and passenger seat adjustment with lumbar support
Front leather and suede sport seats with heating
Cooled centre console
Dual-zone climate control
Electrochromatic rear view mirror
Leather-wrapped steering wheel, gear shifter and handbrake
Unique Raptor front and rear floor mats
8-inch touchscreen plus a 4.2-inch multi-function display with satellite navigation with Traffic Message Channel, DAB+, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, SYNC 3 and CD player
Keyless entry and push-button start
Cruise control, Emergency Assistance, Emergency Brake Assist, Emergency Brake Light, stop/start, Hill Descent Control, Dynamic Stability Control, Lane Keeping Aid with departure warning, Load Adaptive Control, locking rear differential, MyKey, rear parking sensors, AEB with pedestrian detection, rear view camera, rollover mitigation, Terrain Management System with six modes, Traction Control System, Traffic Sign Recognition, Trailer Sway and Volumetric Alarm.
Click on the price to compare Ranger finance options.
XL
XLT
XLS
Wildtrak
Ranger Raptor
2.2-litre diesel, RWD, Single cab chassis, manual, Low-Rider: $34,752
The above costs are Ford's recommended driveaway prices, for the NSW postcode 2000. They are based on the vehicle being garaged and include 12 months registration and third party insurance, the maximum dealer delivery fee and stamp duties.
Overview
Arguably the best ute offering on the market, it is only outsold by the HiLux. The Ranger, though, has many things the HiLux doesn't, including an all-diesel engine line-up and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Reviewers rate the Ford Ranger as a tough looking, hard working ute with the added benefit of modern active safety assists. A Ranger makes sense for anyone, whether you're a fleet buyer, tradie or family.
Website
Pros
Cons
Notable quote
Car Advice
Sorted ride/handling
Comfy and sophisticated interior
Wildtrak looks great
Powerful five-cylinder donk
No power increase for this update
No rear-seat vents
Big asking price
Too big for urban roads
"The Ranger Wildtrak does an impressive job of straddling the line between rough-and-ready work trucks and comfortable family transport."
CarsGuide
Ripper powertrain
Suspension mods improve urban ride
AEB inclusion
Jiggly high-speed unladen ride
Pricey options
SYNC 3 has flaws
"Despite a slight power deficit to its 2.0-litre petrol-only counterpart, and limited cargo space, the unique characteristics of the Ranger SX Hybrid's drivetrain make it a pleasure to steer in the urban jungle."
Practical Motoring
SYNC 3 is clever
Up there in terms of rear-seat legroom
Great offroad
Brittle feeling interior plastics
Tray's rolling shutter can be a pain to use
"Plenty of people make comments about the Ranger's reliability. Well, this is something that can't be commented on in a week of testing. But, what I can say is that the vehicle I drove had been used for the local launch, had covered thousands of journo kilometres and was in back-to-back bookings."
Mr 4x4
Many body/engine and transmission options
Tailgate lifting assistance
10-speed gearbox is awesome
Plethora of scratchy plastics
Stock tyres offroad
"In my opinion, and I don't say this lightly, nor was I paid to say so … the 2019 Ford Ranger is the best one yet."
Finder
Punchy 2.0-litre Bi-Turbo
Suspension improvements
Rear passenger room
Button gear shifter off-road
"Quiet in-cabin and with plenty of room, the Ford Ranger isn't just a tradies' car, but a vehicle worth comparing whether you are transporting materials, moving the family or heading on a caravanning adventure."
Engine and performance
Ford installs one of three engines into the Ranger. They are a 2.2-litre, a 3.2-litre and a 2.0-litre Bi-Turbo engine.
Ford 2.2-litre Duratorq diesel
The 2.2-litre has been used in many cars over the years, including other former Ford family vehicles, like the Land Rover Defender. It's packaged with a 6-speed manual or automatic gearbox depending on the configuration chosen. Power measures 118kW at 3,200rpm and 385Nm of torque is generated between 1,600-2,500rpm.
Ford 3.2-litre Duratorq diesel
The 3.2-litre Duratorq diesel engine not only has a larger displacement but also an additional cylinder, making a total of five. The engine is familiar to anyone who has looked at previous iterations of the Ranger, as well as the Everest and Transit vans. Weirdly, you'll also find the South African-made Ford engine in subway trains. In the Ford Ranger though, it produces 147kW at 3,000rpm and a grunty 470Nm between 1,750-2,500rpm.
Ford 2.0-litre Bi-Turbo
Despite a smaller displacement, thanks to a twin-turbo set-up, the 2.0-litre power plant is capable of producing 157kW around 3,750rpm and a maximum torque rating of 500Nm from 1,750-2,000rpm. Coupled with a 10-speed automatic gearbox, this pairing should be noticeably perkier than others, with less turbo lag and more gears to extract additional efficiency from the engine.
Car reviewers' impressions of the Ford Ranger engine and gearbox combo
Some journalists described the 3.2-litre diesel as a bit outdated. While it has been in use for a while, the performance was generally rated as good. Remember that the longer an engine has been in production, the more time a company has to identify and rectify common issues. One outlet was quick to point out that this model still has more power and torque than sector competitors such as the Hilux and Triton.
It's fair to say that most journos preferred the new 2.0-litre engine, after all, it has more power, greater torque and offers the best fuel economy. Supposedly, it is also less noisy and the gearbox is described as smooth, razor-sharp and as having overdrive-like top gears for highway cruising. The lower capacity engine was said to be rather spritely and full of zest. One outlet wrote that the VW Amarok still has the most refined engine and transmission combo on the market, but the Ranger is a close second.
On paper, the newer engine certainly looks like the one to go for. It's more powerful, more muscled and has that highly flexible 10-speed transmission, giving it the best fuel economy.
Ford Ranger engine and transmission statistics
2.2-litre TDCi diesel
3.2-litre TDCi diesel
2.0-litre Bi-Turbo diesel
Engine type
Turbocharged, intercooled, direct injection, common rail
Turbocharged, intercooled, direct injection, common rail
Bi-turbocharged, intercooled, direct injection, common rail
Drivetrain
4x2 or 4x4
4x2 or 4x4
4x2 or 4x4
Engine size/displacement
2,198cc
3,198cc
1,996cc
Fuel type
Diesel
Diesel
Diesel
Cylinders
Four inline
Five inline
Four inline
Fuel tank capacity
80-litres
80-litres
80-litres
Max power
118kW at 3,200rpm
147kW at 3,000rpm
157kW at 3,750rpm
Max torque
385Nm at 1,600-2,500rpm
470Nm at 1,750-2,500rpm
500Nm at 1,750-2,000rpm
Fuel consumption (combined)
6.5L/100km (manual) 7.8L/100km (automatic)
8.2L/100km
6.7L/100km
Acceleration (0-100km/h)
N/A
N/A
N/A
Emissions standard
Euro 5
Euro 5
Euro 5
Top speed (km/h)
N/A
N/A
170 km/h
Security
Engine immobiliser
Transmission
6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic
6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic
10-speed transmission
Towing capacity (unbraked/braked)
750kg/3,500kg (some models 2,500kg)
750kg/3,500kg (some models 2,500kg)
750kg/3,500kg (some models 2,500kg)
Ford Ranger fuel efficiency
With three different diesel engines on offer, Ford matches the trio of engines available in the rival HiLux.
2.2-litre Duratorq diesel fuel economy
According to the government's Green Vehicle Guide website, figures given for a 2WD, 2-door, 2.2-litre Duratorq diesel engine model are:
Combined: 6.5L/100km
Urban: 7.6L/100km
Extra-urban: 5.8L/100km
A 4WD version would use something like:
Combined: 7.8L/100km
Urban: 9.7L/100km
Extra-urban: 6.7L/100km
Based on those figures, if you covered 14,000km each year with two thirds urban driving and the rest on higher speed runs, you'd spend $1,535 with a 2WD, 2.2L Ranger and $1,907 on a 4WD model.
3.2-litre Duratorq diesel fuel usage
The 3.2 has an extra cylinder and an additional litre of displacement, so fuel usage is higher. A 2WD, 2-door Ranger with this donk in will burn:
Combined: 8.3L/100km
Urban: 9.7L/100km
Extra-urban: 7.4L/100km
The 4WD double cab, having an additional drive axle, uses an increased amount of fuel:
Combined: 8.7L/100km
Urban: 11.2L/100km
Extra-urban: 7.3L/100km
That puts annual fuel costs, per the above-given conditions, at $1,960 and $2,170 respectively.
2.0-litre Bi-Turbo diesel fuel economy
This engine is the most fuel-efficient in the Ranger stable, using:
Combined: 7.4L/100km
Urban: 8.4L/100km
Extra-urban: 6.8L/100km
The above figures are for a 4WD double cab model. Fuel costs for the year would be around $1,726.
A word on fuel economy figures
Fuel usage numbers are acquired by putting vehicles through a strictly controlled testing procedure. Consequently, the conditions during testing change very little. On public roads, a variety of factors regularly change, affecting the realistically achievable fuel economy. As a result, you should use the official brochure figures purely as a way to compare different models.
Ordinarily, there are significant differences between the factory-supplied economy digits and the usage journalists noted on public roads. Outlets said that the margin on the Ranger wasn't too bad. Typically, the difference was under a litre, which is a great result.
Handling
Historically, you'd have to be a bit bonkers to seriously evaluate the handling of a ute. After all, they are utility vehicles, designed to carry and haul loads over punishing terrain. Nowadays though, more and more pick-ups find themselves living as a dual-use vehicle. Through the week, they might be a tradie's mule, but over the weekend, it could be used as the main family car. So, it isn't unfair to expect a modern ute to be at least relatively at-ease on-road. Does the Ranger manage to successfully compromise between ute sensibilities and urban comfort?
Reading the opinions of the motoring media, it certainly seems so. Unladen, the Ford Ranger has one of the best rides on the market, with some stating it was an excellent all-rounder. One reviewer did say that there's still a bit of noticeable skipping if you hit a hump while turning, but that's a handling trait observed in almost every ute currently on sale. Finder.com.au's Alex Jeffs said he thought the Ranger drove like a much smaller car. Overall, it seems Ford has managed to engineer the Ranger to successfully minimise body roll and sluggish handling. The steering is also said to respond effectively and overall, it appears to be a pretty planted vehicle, whether laden or unladen.
Off-road
A proper ute should be able to cope with slippery mud found on building sites or rocky trails out in the bush. Factors that improve off-road effectiveness include greater ground clearance, long-travel suspension, shorter overhangs, knobbly tyres, taller wading depths, differential lockers and underbody shielding, to name a few.
The Ford Ranger holds its own here very well, even in standard factory guise. Unmodified, it has a reasonable 229-232mm of ground clearance and a pretty acute approach and departure angles of 28°. Water crossings of up to 800mm can be tackled with 4x4 models, while 2WD Rangers can handle 600mm.
Journalists said the stock Ranger is at home away from the beaten path. Like many other utes, having all-terrain or more heavily off-road biased treads fitted would mean you can go even further before getting stuck.
Interior and features
Opening the door to any Ranger, you'll find a thoroughly useable interior. Trim levels go from the workhorse spec XL, right up to the dual-use lifestyle Wildtrak model.
For drivers, there are a lot of safety features too, which is great to see. Entry-level XL models have six airbags, automatic high beam, auto headlamps, cruise control with a speed limiter, driver impairment monitor, ABS, Load Adaptive Control, Roll Over Mitigation, Traction Control and Trailer Sway Control. Additionally, the base XL Ranger model has Emergency Assistance, Hill Descent Control, Hill Launch Assist, Lane Keep Aid, rear parking sensors and cameras (pick-ups only), AEB with pedestrian detection, a locking differential and traffic sign recognition. For an entry-grade workhorse, that's impressive.
Top of the line Wildtraks have Adaptive Cruise, perimeter alarm with vehicle inclination sensors, rain-sensing wipers, Ford's MyKey (for limiting the vehicle's speed and radio volume when employees or kids borrow your Ranger), front and rear parking sensors, keyless entry and tyre pressure monitoring.
Ford Ranger safety and driver assists
XL
XLS
XLT
Wildtrak
Ranger Raptor
Adaptive Cruise Control
✖️
✖️
Optional package
✔
✖️
Six airbags: front and side (driver and passenger), full-length curtain airbags
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Alarm with Perimeter, Interior Motion and Vehicle Inclination Sensors
✖️
✔
✔
✔
✔
Automatic high beam
✔
✔
✔
✔
✖️
Auto on/off headlamps
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Rain-sensing windscreen wipers
✖️
✖️
✔
✔
✔
Electrochromatic rear view mirror
✖️
✖️
✔
✔
✔
Cruise control with Adjustable Speed Limiter
✔
✔
✔
✔
✖️
Cruise control with steering wheel-mounted buttons
✖️
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
Driver Impairment Monitor
✔
✔
✔
✔
✖️
Dynamic Stability Control (made up of ABS, Load Adaptive Control, Roll Over Mitigation, Traction Control and Trailer Sway Control)
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Emergency Assistance
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Hill Descent Control
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Hill Launch Assist
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Lane Keeping Aid
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
MyKey
✖️
Optional Package
✔
✔
✔
Parking Sensors (pick-ups only)
Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear
Pre-Collision Assist – AEB with Pedestrian Detection
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Rear differential – eLocking
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Rear view camera (optional on cab-chassis models)
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Semi-Auto Active Park Assist
✖️
✖️
Optional Package
✔
✖️
Smart Keyless Entry with Push Ignition
✖️
Optional Package
✔
✔
✔
Traffic Sign Recognition
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
✖️
✖️
✔
✔
Volumetric alarm with battery auxiliary back-up
✖️
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
Ford Ranger interior and comfort features
XL
XLS
XLT
Wildtrak
Ranger Raptor
Six-way manual driver seat adjustment plus lumbar support
✔
✔
✔
✖️
✖️
Eight-way power driver seat adjustment plus lumbar support
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
✔
Heated front seats
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
✖️
XLT leather accented seats
✖️
✖️
Optional extra
✖️
✖️
Wildtrak leather accented seats – black and orange contrast stitching
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
✖️
Leather and suede accented seats
✖️
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
Front sports seats
✖️
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
Heated front seats
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
✔
230V inverter in rear console (Super cab and Double cab body styles)
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Ambient Lighting – Multi-colour
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
✖️
Auxiliary 12V power
1
1
2
2
3
Chilled centre console
✖️
✖️
✔
✔
✔
ISOFIX anchor points (Super cab and Double cab body styles)
2
2
2
2
✖️
Climate Control – dual-zone automatic
✖️
Optional
✔
✔
✔
Dual colour 4.2-inch instrumentation displays
✖️
Optional
✔
✔
✔
Floor coverings
Vinyl
Carpet
Carpet
Carpet
Carpet
Floor mats
✖️
Driver
Driver
Front and rear
Raptor front and rear mats
8-inch colour touchscreen display
✖️
Optional extra
✔
✔
✔
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✖️
Optional extra
✔
✔
✔
Bluetooth® with phone/audio streaming
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
DAB+ digital radio
✖️
Optional extra
✔
✔
✔
Satellite navigation with Traffic Message Channel
✖️
Optional extra
✔
✔
✔
SYNC with voice control
✔
✔
✖️
✖️
✖️
SYNC 3 with voice control
✖️
Optional extra
✔
✔
✔
USB ports
1
1
2
2
2
CD player
✖️
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
6-speakers (2 Tweeters, 4 woofers)
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Ford Ranger exterior styling features
XL
XLS
XLT
Wildtrak
Ranger Raptor
16-inch Steel
✔
✖️
✖️
✖️
✖️
16-inch Alloy
✖️
✔
✖️
✖️
✖️
17-inch Alloy
✖️
✖️
✔
✖️
✔
18-inch Alloy
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
✖️
Front bumper
Body colour
Body colour
Body colour
Body colour with Silver lower insert
Chassis mounted in Dyno Grey
Rear bumper
Body colour
Body colour
Chrome steel
Bolder Grey
Unique Raptor design
Door handles
Black
Black
Chrome
Bolder Grey
Dyno Grey
Door mirrors
Black
Trivet Grey
Chrome
Bolder Grey
Dyno Grey
Grille
Black
Trivet Grey
Chrome
Bolder Grey
Unique Raptor design
Front fog lamps
✖️
Halogen
Halogen
LED
LED
High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps
✖️
✖️
✔
✔
✔
LED Daytime Running Lamps
✖️
✖️
✔
✔
✔
Power adjustable wing mirrors
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Power folding and heated wing mirrors
✖️
✖️
✔
✔
✔
Puddle lamps
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
✔
Privacy glass
✖️
✖️
✔
✔
✖️
Rear sports bar
✖️
✖️
Chrome tubular
Sailplane
✖️
Side steps
✖️
✖️
Black
Black with silver insert
Heavy-duty side steps
Heavy-duty front bash plate and underbody shielding
✖️
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
All-terrain tyres
✖️
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
Tow bar
✖️
✖️
✔
✔
✔
Recovery hooks front and rear
✖️
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
Strengthened chassis
✖️
✖️
✖️
✖️
✔
Rolling tray shutter
✖️
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Ford Ranger off-road specs
Ranger
Ranger Raptor
Approach angle
28°
32.5°
Departure angle
28°
24°
Ramp angle
25°
24°
Wading depth (4x2)
600mm
-
Wading depth (4x4)
800mm
850mm
Front overhang
905mm
908mm
Rear overhang (Single cab vs Double cab)
1,149mm/1,226mm
1,270mm
Ground clearance (Single cab and Super cab/Double cab)
229mm/232mm
283mm
Verdict
If you're looking for a new or used ute, the Ford Ranger should be a definite inclusion on anyone's list. It's the second best selling ute in Australia, offers good value, reasonable servicing costs (though the HiLux is cheaper) and it will do everything you need from a ute. From off-roading, to load carrying, trailer towing to the demands of family life, reviewers agree a Ranger should be able to handle anything you ask of it, with few complaints.
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Ben Gribbin is an automotive writer at Finder. He is a life-long car enthusiast, bringing many years of experience working with and writing about cars. During his time, Ben has been a freelance writer, editor and reviewer for a number of leading publications across the UK. He was voted the Guild of Motoring Writers Breakthrough Blogger in 2015.
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