Ford Ranger I Double Cab 2.5 TDCi (109 Hp)

Overall Rating

7.1 / 10

Safety N/A / 5

Not Rated

Engine 3.5 / 5

Value 4.0 / 5

Performance 3.0 / 5

Comfort 2.5 / 5

People\'s Opinion N/A / 5

Not Rated

Ford Ranger:

The Ford Ranger is a compact or mid-size pickup truck marketed globally by Ford over a series of generations, varying between both in-house or outside development and manufacturing — and with a hiatus in North America from 2011–2018.
Debuting as a compact pickup in North America in 1982 for the 1983 model year, the Ranger was later introduced in some South American countries. From 1998 to 2011, the Ranger nameplate was used for models developed by Mazda for sale outside the North American market. In 2011, Ford introduced the first Ranger based on the T6 platform. Considered a mid-size pickup truck, the model was developed in-house by Ford Australia. In that same year, the North American-market Ranger was discontinued, leaving the T6 platform-based Ranger as the sole Ranger model worldwide....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I Double Cab Overview:

Ford Ranger (I Double Cab). With 266 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1399 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

2.5 TDCi (109 Hp) Verdict:

Performance Verdict

This base 2.5 TDCi engine delivers reliable, no-frills performance suitable for daily utility and light commercial use. Power output is adequate for its class and era.

Fuel Economy

Offers reasonable fuel consumption for a 2.5L diesel pick-up from 1998, especially in 2WD configuration, making it a cost-effective workhorse.

Best Use Case: Urban Utility / Light Commercial / General Transport

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Robust and reliable WL-T diesel engine
• Excellent utility and payload capacity
• Strong off-road capability (4x4 models)
• Durable and simple construction
• Good value as a used workhorse

Cons:

• Basic interior comfort and refinement
• Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles
• Unrefined ride quality, especially unladen
• Fuel economy not competitive with modern diesels
• Limited creature comforts and technology

Specifications:

General:
Brand:	Ford
Model:	Ranger
Generation:	I Double Cab
Modification (Engine):	2.5 TDCi (109 Hp)
Start of production:	1998
End of production:	2006
Powertrain Architecture:	Internal Combustion engine
Body type:	Pick-up
Seats:	5
Doors:	4

Engine:
Power:	109 Hp @ 3500 rpm.
Power per litre:	43.6 Hp/l
Torque:	266 Nm @ 2000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:	WL-T
Engine displacement:	2499
Number of cylinders:	4
Engine configuration:	Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:	3
Fuel injection system:	Diesel Commonrail
Engine aspiration:	Turbocharger, Intercooler
Engine oil capacity:	6.3 l
Coolant:	9.4 l
Engine layout:	Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:	93 mm mm
Piston Stroke:	92 mm mm

Performance:
Fuel Type:	Diesel
Weight-to-power ratio:	12.8 kg/Hp, 77.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:	5.3 kg/Nm, 190.1 Nm/tonne

Space:
Kerb Weight:	1399
Max. weight:	2087
Max load:	688
Fuel tank capacity:	70 l

Size:
Length:	5020 mm mm
Width:	1695 mm mm
Height:	1750 mm mm
Wheelbase:	3000 mm mm
Front track:	1430 mm
Rear (Back) track:	1420 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):	200 mm

Powertrain:
Drivetrain Architecture	The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel	Rear wheel drive
Number of gears	5
Transmission type	Manual
Front brakes	Ventilated discs
Rear brakes	Drum
Assisting systems	ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type	Steering rack and pinion
Tires size	235/75 R15
Wheel rims size	15
Front suspension	Independent torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear suspension	Dependent suspension of two longitudinal semi-elliptic leaf springs