Ford Ranger (T6)
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The Ford Ranger, code named T6, was unveiled at the Australian International Motor Show
in Sydney. The T6 replaces two regional Ranger platforms: the Mazda BT-50-derived model
sold in the Latin America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions and the North American model
sold in select Latin American markets.
Although the T6 Ranger will be offered in 180 markets, it will not be sold in the United States or Canada. This is due to the new global platform being too close in size and price to the F-150 and overall declining sales of compact pickups in North America. Ford initially planned a mid-size truck based on a modified F-150 chassis for the North American market named the F-100; however, this was shelved in favour of offering the EcoBoost V6 engine on the F-150. Additionally, American and Canadian safety and emissions standards as well as the long-standing 25% import tariff
imposed on non-American built light trucks prevent the T6 Ranger from being imported to North America. Safety and emissions standards in ECE-compliant
nations, the need for right-hand drive in certain international markets, and possible import tariffs prevent the F-150 from being exported from North America.
Production is expected to commence in Summer 2011, starting with Thailand's Rayong plant with production in South Africa and Argentina to follow. Additionally, Mazda will build a badge engineered
version of the T6 as the second generation BT-50, making it the second Ford-based pickup for Mazda, the first being the North American Ranger-based B-Series sold from 1994 to 2010.
In Thailand , specifications are same as on top , but some equipment are cutting to keep low pricing , specfications levels are XLT and Wildtrak , with 2.2-liter or 3.2-liter diesel , standard features are :
In Wildtrak added :
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, BMW 1 series
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Australian International Motor Show
The Australian International Motor Show is an annual auto show held in Australia, alternating between the cities of Sydney and Melbourne. Prior to the Sydney event in 2010, both cities previously hosted separate annual exhibitions...
in Sydney. The T6 replaces two regional Ranger platforms: the Mazda BT-50-derived model
Mazda BT-50
The Mazda BT-50 is a 1-ton pickup truck from Mazda. It is a larger version of the predecessor B-Series pickup and is not sold in the Japanese and North American market. Ford has also sold a version of the first generation BT-50 as the Ford Ranger...
sold in the Latin America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions and the North American model
Ford Ranger (North America)
The Ford Ranger is a pickup truck produced by the Ford Motor Company. The "Ranger" name had previously been used for a premium styling package on the F-Series full-sized pickup trucks since 1965. The name was moved to this line of North American compact trucks for the 1983 model year.In North...
sold in select Latin American markets.
Although the T6 Ranger will be offered in 180 markets, it will not be sold in the United States or Canada. This is due to the new global platform being too close in size and price to the F-150 and overall declining sales of compact pickups in North America. Ford initially planned a mid-size truck based on a modified F-150 chassis for the North American market named the F-100; however, this was shelved in favour of offering the EcoBoost V6 engine on the F-150. Additionally, American and Canadian safety and emissions standards as well as the long-standing 25% import tariff
Chicken tax
The Chicken tax was a 25% tariff on potato starch, dextrin, brandy, and light trucks imposed in 1963 by the United States under President Lyndon B. Johnson as a response to tariffs placed by France and West Germany on importation of U.S. chicken...
imposed on non-American built light trucks prevent the T6 Ranger from being imported to North America. Safety and emissions standards in ECE-compliant
World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations
The World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations is a working party of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe...
nations, the need for right-hand drive in certain international markets, and possible import tariffs prevent the F-150 from being exported from North America.
Production is expected to commence in Summer 2011, starting with Thailand's Rayong plant with production in South Africa and Argentina to follow. Additionally, Mazda will build a badge engineered
Badge engineering
Badge engineering is an ironic term that describes the rebadging of one product as another...
version of the T6 as the second generation BT-50, making it the second Ford-based pickup for Mazda, the first being the North American Ranger-based B-Series sold from 1994 to 2010.
Engines & Transmissions
The new Ranger will be available in 4x2 and 4x4 with three engines:- 2.5L Duratec petrol engine (122kW & 226Nm) mated with 5-speed manual transmission
- 2.2L Duratorq diesel engine (88kW & 285Nm; 92kW & 330Nm or 110kW & 375Nm) consumes as little as 7.6 L/100 km (37.2 mpg) with choices of 6-speed manual or automatic transmission
- 3.2L Duratorq diesel engine (147kW & 470 Nm) at 8.4 L/100 km (33.6mpg) with choices of 6-speed manual or automatic transmission
- double cab; cargo capacity of 1.21 cubic metres
- open cab/rear access panel; cargo capacity of 1.82 cubic metres
- single cab; cargo capacity of 1.82 cubic metres
Features
Main features includes:- Unrivalled water wading tolerance of 800mm (600mm for standard 2WD models)
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) that gives greater control and safety, on-road and off, with features like Trailer Sway Control, Hill Launch Assist, Hill Descent Control, Roll Over Mitigation, Limited Slip Differential and Adaptive Load Traction Control
- 20 built-in storage spaces, glovebox, and a handy 12V power point in the centre console
- Dual zone climate control, centre console that becomes a mini cooler, power adjustable seats, an on-board computer, SatNav, cruise control and audio controls on the steering wheel.
- Rear Park Assist sensors and Rear-View Camera
- Satelite Navigation and Cruise Control, Voice control and Bluetooth audio streaming, USB and iPod connectivity
- Curtain airbags, side airbags, driver knee airbag (in European models) and dual front airbags
- For stopping power there's Emergency Brake Assist, ABS and Electronic Brake-force Distribution are complemented by Gravel Road Logic. The new Ranger features the largest brakes in its class, with 302x32mm rotors up front clamped by twin-piston calipers. Two-wheel-drive vehicles use a 270x55mm rear drum, while the Hi-Rider and 4x4 vehicles use a 295x55mm rear drum
- Towing capacity ranging up to a best-in-class 3350 kg
- Models with the 2.2-litre diesel have an outstanding payload capacity of up to 1333 kg
- 80-litre fuel tank
In Thailand , specifications are same as on top , but some equipment are cutting to keep low pricing , specfications levels are XLT and Wildtrak , with 2.2-liter or 3.2-liter diesel , standard features are :
- ABS , driver and front passenger airbags , Immobilized key are standard
- Audio system with colour display , USB port connectivity
- Power windows , air conditioner , power adjustable mirrors
In Wildtrak added :
- Off-road style decoration package (Roof rails , bed liner , etc.)
- Audio steering wheel control , Bluetooth connectivity and voice command system
- Cruise control
- Driver power seat , Front heated seat , Dual-zone climate control , center front console box cooler , Alarm system , Side and curtain airbags and Electric stability programme (ESP) , Traction control , Hill launch assist and hill descent control (in 3.2-liter diesel models)
Size comparison
This chart compares the size of the T6 Ranger to the previous Mazda BT-50-based Ranger as well as the North American Ranger, the F-150, and the Explorer Sport TracFord Explorer Sport Trac
The Ford Explorer Sport Trac, also known just as the Ford Sport Trac, is a mid-size sport utility vehicle with a pickup truck bed that was sold mostly in North America. The Sport Trac was based on the Ford Ranger pickup and was built by the Ford Motor Company from 2000 to 2010. The pickup truck...
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| Model | Wheelbase | Overall Length | Width | Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Fuel Economy |
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| Global Models | |||||||
| 2011 Ranger XLT 4x4 Crew Cab (T6) | 3226 millimetres (127 in) | 5359 millimetres (211 in) | 1849 millimetres (72.8 in) | 3.2 L I5 Duratorq diesel | 150 kW | 470 newton metre | 8.5 L/100 km |
| 2011 Ranger XLT 4x4 Crew Cab (Mazda BT-50 Mazda BT-50 The Mazda BT-50 is a 1-ton pickup truck from Mazda. It is a larger version of the predecessor B-Series pickup and is not sold in the Japanese and North American market. Ford has also sold a version of the first generation BT-50 as the Ford Ranger... -based) |
3000 millimetres (118.1 in) | 5179 millimetres (203.9 in) | 1788 millimetres (70.4 in) | 3.0 L I4 Mazda WEC diesel | 115 kW | 380 newton metre | 9.5 L/100 km |
| North American Models | |||||||
| 2011 F-150 FX4 4x4 Crew Cab | 3683 millimetres (145 in) | 5890 millimetres (231.9 in) | 2012 millimetres (79.2 in) | 5.0 L V8 Coyote petrol | 268.5 kW | 515.2 newton metre | 14.7 L/100 km |
| 2011 Ranger Sport 4x4 Extended Cab | 3198 millimetres (125.9 in) | 5171 millimetres (203.6 in) | 1763 millimetres (69.4 in) | 4.0 L V6 Cologne petrol | 154.4 kW | 322.7 newton metre | 12.8 L/100 km |
| 2010 Explorer Sport Trac XLT 4x4 | 3315 millimetres (130.5 in) | 5339 millimetres (210.2 in) | 1872 millimetres (73.7 in) | 4.0 L V6 Cologne petrol | 156.6 kW | 344.4 newton metre | 14.7 L/100 km |
Safety
The safety of all-new Ford Ranger are better than other competitors in Europe , the latest Euro NCAP results are better than luxury cars and passenger cars (Audi Q3Audi Q3
The Audi Q3 is a five-door compact coupe crossover by Audi that is expected to debut commercially in 2011. The car will use the Volkswagen Group A5 platform of the Volkswagen Golf Mk5, the same as the Volkswagen Tiguan/SEAT Tribu small SUVs. The Q3 will slot above the proposed Audi Q1 mini crossover...
, BMW 1 series
BMW 1 Series
The BMW 1 Series is an entry level sports car produced by the German automaker BMW since 2004. The 1 Series is unusual in its class as it features rear-wheel drive, 50:50 weight balance, a longitudinally-mounted engine and an advanced aluminum multilink suspension...
, Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris
The Toyota Yaris is a subcompact car produced by Toyota since 1999. Between 1999 and 2005, some markets received the same vehicles under the Toyota Echo name...
, etc.) , with 96% points of adult safety , archived 5 stars for the first time of Euro NCAP crash tests for pickup truck