It seems Ford could be thinking about introducing a powerful, V6 petrol version of the Ford Ranger Raptor. What makes us say this? Well, a mysterious prototype was recently spotted in the US doing some testing. Ever since the Ranger Raptor was launched last year, some have been disappointed that […]
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2019 Ford Ranger deliveries delayed, potential weld defect
Ford Australia is having to postpone the delivery of some 2019 Ford Ranger and Everest vehicles due to a potential build defect to do with the driveline. PerformanceDrive understands some dealers are withholding delivery of some models, and some orders are being cancelled and replaced with other, later-built vehicles. We […]
2019 Ford Ranger Raptor launches in Australia
Ford Australia has launched the awesome new Ford Ranger Raptor. It comes in as one of the most hardcore, performance-inspired utes on the market, joining the likes of the HSV SportsCat and Toyota HiLux Rugged X. As revealed earlier in the year, the 2019 Ford Ranger Raptor is powered by […]
First Ford Ranger Raptor rolls off production line in Thailand
The ute segment doesn’t exactly need any sort of massaging to increase its popularity. But, the new Ford Ranger Raptor is sure to stir up the ever-popular segment. Ford Australia has just confirmed production of the new beast has commenced. Ford says the first Ford Ranger Raptor rolled off the production […]
2019 Ford Ranger prices announced, arrives September
Following up from last week’s reveal of the 2019 Ford Ranger, Ford Australia has now confirmed starting prices and market entry details. The new model is supported by Ford’s recently-announced five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty plan. The new lineup is split into two main vehicle types, including 4×2 and 4×4. These are […]
2019 Ford Ranger revealed for Australia, on sale Q4
The revised 2019 Ford Ranger has been revealed, with a raft of changes including styling, active driver assistants and a new twin-turbo 2.0-litre diesel engine with a 10-speed auto. Ford’s revamped Ranger introduces changes that build on Australia’s most popular 4×4 utility for 2017 – which dethroned the hitherto unconquerable […]
2019 Ford Ranger undergoes tough development testing (video)
Ford has released a video showing the 2019 Ranger being put through its paces during development, including in rough conditions in the Australian outback. The 2019 Ranger will go on sale in the US later this year, returning to the market as a mid-size pickup. A derivative of this will […]
Ford Ranger Raptor on sale in Australia from $74,990, arrives later in 2018
The all-new and all-brute Ford Ranger Raptor is getting close to hitting Aussie roads, and to build the anticipation the local arm has announced the starting price. It will kick off from $74,990 (excluding on-roads). Ford Australia revealed the first (real) Ranger Raptor in February. Although it doesn’t feature a hugely […]