10 March 2006

New Ranger debuts soon



Ford has released details of its all-new Ranger, which will be debuted at the Bangkok Motor Show.

The new pickup is powered by a 2.5-litre engine delivering 143hp and 330Nm of torque. It provides 22% better fuel economy than the Ranger's previous engine, according to Ford. There's also a new 3.0-litre engine with 156hp and 380 Nm torque.

Stylewise it has a raised beltline and a wider front grille as well as new clear-lens reflectors.

Brian Byrne.