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Ford Ranger III Double Cab (facelift 2019) Raptor 2.0 EcoBlue (213 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)
III Double Cab (facelift 2019) Overview:
Ford Ranger (III Double Cab (facelift 2019)). With 500 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2510 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10 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.
Raptor 2.0 EcoBlue (213 Hp) 4x4 Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers strong performance, but its true strength lies in its specialized off-road capabilities and robust suspension, not just straight-line speed.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is higher due to its aggressive tires, wider stance, and off-road tuning, but acceptable for a performance pickup.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent towing and payload capacity (up to 3500 kg)
- • Strong off-road capability, especially the Raptor variant
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful EcoBlue diesel engines
- • Improved interior technology and comfort with the facelift
- • Robust and durable build quality
Cons:
- • Ride comfort can be firm, especially unladen, compared to SUVs
- • Fuel economy for the 3.2 Duratorq engine is less competitive
- • Large dimensions can make urban maneuvering challenging
- • Rear drum brakes on some trims are a dated feature
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV SuperCab (Americas): January, 2019 - May, 2023).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Ranger |
| Generation: | III Double Cab (facelift 2019) |
| Modification (Engine): | Raptor 2.0 EcoBlue (213 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
| Start of production: | May, 2019 |
| End of production: | 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 213 Hp @ 3750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 106.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 500 Nm @ 1750-2000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1996 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | BiTurbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.1 l |
| Coolant: | 12.6 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.01 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 16:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-TEMP |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.8 kg/Hp, 84.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 199.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2510 |
| Max. weight: | 3130 |
| Max load: | 620 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| AdBlue tank: | 20 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 24.0° |
| Wading depth: | 850 mm |
| Length: | 5363 mm mm [9mm more] |
| Width: | 2028 mm mm [166mm more] |
| Height: | 1873 mm mm [67mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3220 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2028 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2180 mm |
| Front track: | 1710 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1710 mm |
| Front overhang: | 908 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1235 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 283 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.9 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 32.5° |
| Departure angle: | 27.0° |
| Climb angle: | 35.0° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 332 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 332 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 285/70 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x17 |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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