Ford toughens up the Ranger

Ford has broadened its Ranger line-up with the introduction of two new offroad-focused models. The creation of the Wildtrak X and Tremor means that the number of specifications available for the Ranger is now the broadest it has ever been, but they also bring toughened features and better load-carrying options. Both models receive a ‘substantially’ reworked chassis with upgraded suspension that incorporates Bilstein dampers as standard.

The Wildtrak X goes above and beyond the standard Wildtrak with a 26mm boost in ride height and a 30mm wider track, while an uprated power steering system ensure that the Ranger is even more capable off-road. Plus, a new Trail Turn Assist system can make navigating tighter spots even easier. The Tremor, meanwhile, builds on the more commercial-focused Ranger XLT but gets the Wildtrak X’s chassis and technology upgrades to help make it more accomplished over difficult terrain. All versions are powered by a 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel engine,.

Both the Wildtrak X and Tremor are now available to order.

Mini is calling time on its Clubman with a ‘Final Edition’ model. Reintroduced in 2007 – and taking inspiration from the 1970s ‘wagon’ in the process – the ‘modern’ Clubman brought a quirky rear-hinged door placed asymmetrically on the right side of the car.

When the third generation car arrived in 2015, this was replaced with two full-size rear doors while interior space was boosted thanks to an increased length.

Priced at £37,000 – with only 100 examples heading to the UK – the Final Edition model gets a high level of standard equipment, including an 8.8inch central display, Apple Carplay and Harmon Kardon sound system, among other features. Touches specific to the Final Edition include door sill trims finished with the ‘Final Edition’ lettering, while this is mirrored on the lower spoke of the steering wheel too. The dark maroon leather seats – which are heated – also get editionspecific badging.

A panoramic roof comes equipped as standard, while the dashboard gets green and copper-coloured decorative strips. On the passenger side, this section is also finished with a ‘1 of 1969’ badge, which is also found on the floor mats. There are three exterior colours to choose from – Nanuq White, Enigmatic Black and Melting Silver – while special ‘Shimmer Copper’ accents are applied to the upper third of the radiator grille and the Cooper ‘S’ blade at the rear.

All versions of the model get 18-inch two-tone alloy wheels finished with a copper hue and there’s ‘Final Edition’ lettering on the rear, too.