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Ford Ranger II Double Cab (facelift 2009) 2.5 TDCi (143 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
Overall Rating
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)
II Double Cab (facelift 2009) Overview:
Ford Ranger (II Double Cab (facelift 2009)). With 330 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1845 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.5 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. 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 (143 Hp) 4x4 Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Surprisingly, the provided data indicates identical acceleration to the manual 4x4, suggesting a well-tuned automatic for robust performance in varied conditions.
Fuel Economy
The listed 8.9 l/100 km combined fuel consumption is commendable for an automatic 4x4 pickup, matching the manual's efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and durable build quality, ideal for tough conditions
- • Capable 4x4 system for off-road and challenging terrain
- • Practical double cab offers good passenger and cargo versatility
- • Reliable 2.5 TDCi diesel engine (WLAA) known for longevity
- • Good towing and payload capacity for its class
Cons:
- • Modest acceleration and overall performance compared to some rivals
- • Ride comfort can be firm, especially when unladen, due to leaf spring rear suspension
- • Interior design and materials feel dated even for a 2009 facelift
- • Poor Euro NCAP safety rating for adult occupant protection
- • Fuel economy, while reasonable, isn't class-leading
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Double Cab: 2006 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Ranger |
| Generation: | II Double Cab (facelift 2009) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 TDCi (143 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2011 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 143 Hp @ 3500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 57.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 330 Nm @ 1800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | WLAA [Same engine] More details about the engine WLAA |
| Engine displacement: | 2499 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7 l |
| Coolant: | 9.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 17.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.9 kg/Hp, 77.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.6 kg/Nm, 178.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1845 |
| Max. weight: | 2985 |
| Max load: | 1140 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1500 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5080 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Width: | 1788 mm mm [17mm less] |
| Height: | 1762 mm mm [17mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3000 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1488 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1455 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 207 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 235/75 R15; 245/70 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 15; 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent torsion bar, double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Dependent suspension of two longitudinal semi-elliptic leaf springs |
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