Weekly Recap: Ford Ranger, 'Dodge' Barracuda poised for returns? - Autoblog (blog)
tpl is correct, people are looking for a small truck and not one that ends up costing the same as the full size if you add any options or want a larger engine. I live in TX and I have seen the Mexican version of the Ranger and its not a compact truck and it looks too much like a Nissan Frontier. The truck people are looking for is equivalent to the1990's Tacoma or the Ranger. What they are referring to as a "Bronco" is the Everest that's sold in other countries and is the equivalent of a Ranger based Explorer, loaded with upholstery and useless technology options. A competitor for the Jeep Wrangler would be a better option and Ford has that in South America, but won't bring it here. Ford marketing understands what competition is all about with Hyundai planning the production of the Santa Cruz concept pickup. We don't tow, haul much since we have a Jeep Commander for trips to the flea market or Home Depot. yes yes yes yes yes yes yes Bring us a new Ford Ranger and include the new diesel. Im sorry I have a 1999 Ford Ranger. 4cyl, 6 cyl and diesel powertrain options will not effect the F150's sales (much). Yes a smaller killer Ford Bronco (ala Bronco II sized) to take on the Wrangler hell yes. Source: www.autoblog.com
