Ford Ranger ReviewXLT dual-cab 4×4 - CarAdvice
Aspirational purchasing isn’t something normally associated with commercial pick-ups, but since its 2011 launch the Ford Ranger has gained a reputation as the tradie’s ultimate status ute. The Ford Ranger is part of a small group of premium grade dual-cab workhorses that provide car-like comfort, safety and driveability, including rivals such as the Mazda BT-50 (sister ute to the Ford) and the Volkswagen Amarok. The Ford Ranger 4×4 double-cab line up kicks off with the XL 2. 2-litre TDCi from $43,890 (plus on-road costs) with a six-speed manual (Ford charges an additional two grand for their six-speed auto across the range) and climbs to $59,390 for the... We tested the second-from-the-top XLT 3. 2-litre TDCi auto, priced from $53,990. To put the Ford’s pricing in perspective, the Mazda equivalent to the Ranger XLT is the 3. 2-litre BT-50 XTR (one below the range-topping GT) that costs $4500 less. While the Ford Ranger is clearly the pricier choice among its closest rivals, it goes some way to offsetting its premium asking price by offering a comprehensive list of standard kit, over and above that offered on the BT-50. Items such as a tray... Source: www.caradvice.com.au
