Ford Ranger blazes a trail with expansion
New 2.2 automatic models takes light commercial sector by storm
THE new Ford Ranger has been a big success since its launch. And now there’s even more to look forward to for followers of the brand. The Ranger, the top-selling light commercial vehicle in South Africa on seven occasions in the last 13 months, has received a trend-setting model expansion.
Industry sources say the new additions will challenge the Toyota Hilux as the top seller in South Africa.
It’s a case of bigger – and better – for the segment-defining Ranger, which now boasts the most comprehensive line-up in the light commercial vehicle (LCV) sector, with the addition of nine trend-setting new 2.2 automatic models.
This takes the expanded range to an unprecedented 36 derivatives.
“The Ford Ranger has been a huge success story for Ford Motor Company, and has redefined the LCV segment in terms of performance, capability, technology and safety,” general marketing manager Ford Motor Company Sub-Saharan Africa Region, Tracey Delate said.
“The introduction of the advanced six-speed automatic transmission on the 2.2 Duratorq TDCi models will undoubtedly build on this legacy, broadening its appeal to an even wider audience,” she said.
In a first for the LCV segment, the Ranger 2.2 TDCi is the only single cab pick-up on offer which is locally paired with an automatic gearbox.
This is expected to be a popular choice for customers seeking a dependable and economical workhorse combined with the convenience of the automatic transmission.
The Ranger 2.2 TDCi Auto models are available across all three body styles, including Single Cab, Super Cab and Double Cab. Customers can also select between three different specification levels: XL, mid-range XLS and high-spec XLT. Ranger 2.2 Automatic prices are: The TDCi XL Single Cab 4x2 Auto – R311 900
The TDCi XLS Single Cab 4x4 Auto – R426 900
The TDCi XL Super Cab 4x2 Auto – R357 900
The TDCi XLS Super Cab 4x2 Auto – R411 900
The TDCi XLS Super Cab 4x4 Auto – R472 900
The TDCi XL Double Cab 4x2 Auto – R384 900
The TDCi XL Double Cab 4x4 Auto – R426 900
The TDCi XLS Double Cab 4x4 Auto – R517 900
The TDCi XLT Double Cab 4x2 Auto – R482 900
All models are sold with a four-year/120 000km comprehensive warranty, five-year/100 000km service plan (optional on base models), three-year/unlimited km roadside assistance and five-year/unlimited corrosion warranty. Service intervals are set out every 20 000km.