FORD RANGER
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Engine:2 5-lit 141hp/330Nm; 3.0-k 154hp/380Nm Transmission: 4x2, 4x4, 5spd manual GVW: 2,800-3,070kg Cab: Single, extended, double
MODELS TESTED/PUBLISHED: SUPER CAB 13 March 2003 TDCI THUNDER DOUBLE CAB I 20 September 2007
Back with a bang in 2006 the latest Ford Ranger stepped up its game to compete with the likes of Nissan's Navara thanks to the inclusion of common-rail technology, a more controllable chassis, and a restyle inside and out.
Following the trend towards a more user-friendly design the interior leaves behind the workman-like arrangement and plumps for an ergonomically sound and stylish layout, though the continuing inclusion of an umbrella handbrake is a negative.
There's plenty of useable torque from the standard 2.5
litre 141hp lump for climbing hills or towing trailers, delivering its urge strongly from low-down. And it's a refined runner, driving confidently whether on or off-road and remaining composed when the going gets tricky. But if that's not enough then the recently introduced 3.0-litre 154hp engine, complete with plenty of 'lifestyle' adornments, should satisfy those who like their pickups to turn heads on the driveway.