NEW RANGER IS BRAWN TO BE WILD

FORD has lifted the wraps from an exclusive new version of the award-winning Ranger pick-up, developed in partnership with vehicle design specialists MS-RT.

The new Ranger MS-RT combines a motorsport-inspired appearance with a premium specification and hand-finished detail to deliver a street-focused model to sit alongside the desert-race-influenced Ranger Raptor.

The new vehicle is derived from the Ranger Wildtrak, sharing its equipment list and one-tonne payload, and will be available this summer.

Ranger MS-RT’s unique exterior includes a hand-built front fascia featuring a honeycomb carbon fibre-effect grille and integrated fog lights, while 20-inch OZ Racing alloy wheels, extended wheel arches and sculpted side skirts create a purposeful stance.

Frozen White, Sea Grey or Agate Black paints will be up for grabs, embellished by carbon fibre-effect mirror caps, an aerodynamic load bar and MS RT badges.

Inside, the cabin features premium leather trim with contrast orange stitching and there will be ambient lighting and heated front seats too.

The model will be powered by a bi-turbo 213PS 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel engine with transmission via the 10 speed automatic transmission also featured in the Ford Mustang sports car.