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Ford
Ranger
Next-Gen (P703)·
2022-2026
ute
Price (AUD)
$50-90k
Body styles
Single Cab, Extra Cab, Dual Cab
Drivetrain
RWD, 4WD part-time
Origin
Australia
Built in
Thailand
Overview
Ford-Australia engineered second-generation T6.2 (P703 platform). Designed in Melbourne, built in Thailand. The 3.0L V6 "Lion" diesel is the segment's standout — 600Nm, 8-second 0-100 feel, the closest a current diesel ute gets to a tow weapon outside the US full-size class. The 2.0L bi-turbo carries over from the PX MkIII. Major V6 recall issued 2024 for camshaft sprocket fracture — verify completion via VIN before purchase. Shares platform with the current VW Amarok 2X.
Engines & variants
2.0L Bi-Turbo (twin-turbo diesel)
Engine
Bi-turbo diesel
Config
I4 turbo
Displacement
2.0L
Power
154kW
Torque
500Nm
Drivetrain
RWD / Part-time 4WD
0–100
~10s
Economy
~7.6 L/100km combined
Tow (braked)
3500kg
Tow (unbraked)
750kg
Transmission
10AT (10R80)
Timing chain / belt / gear
Chain-driven, known weak point — see problems
Pros
- Best fuel economy in the range
- 10-speed auto when working well
- Cheaper buy-in than V6
- Strong torque for the size
Cons
- Same timing chain risk as PX-era 2.0
- Oil dilution on short-trip use
- Less rewarding than V6
- Less aftermarket support than V6
Known problems
low
Software / electronics teething
Infotainment glitches, sensor faults, ADAS issues reported on early Next-Gen.
Fix: Dealer software updates over time.
3.0L V6 Lion (turbo diesel)
Engine
V6 turbo diesel
Config
V6
Displacement
3.0L
Power
184kW
Torque
600Nm
Drivetrain
RWD / Part-time 4WD
0–100
~8.4s
Economy
~8.4 L/100km combined
Tow (braked)
3500kg
Tow (unbraked)
750kg
Transmission
10AT (10R80)
Timing chain / belt / gear
Chain-driven, inspect from 100,000km
Pros
- 600Nm — segment-leading torque
- Refined V6 character
- 10-speed auto matched well to the torque curve
- Closest a current diesel ute gets to a tow weapon
- Same Lion V6 as Amarok V6 and US Bronco
Cons
- Camshaft sprocket recall (verify completion)
- V6 misfire issues on some early units (SSM 51979)
- Premium pricing over 2.0
- AdBlue/SCR adds complexity
Known problems
high
V6 Lion camshaft sprocket recall
13,490 V6 Rangers/Everests built 2022-2025 recalled. Left-hand engine camshaft sprocket may fracture causing sudden engine stall - serious safety risk.
Fix: Verify recall completed via VIN. Free fix at Ford dealer.
medium
V6 misfire issues (random/cylinder-specific)
Special Service Message issued for misfire codes P0300-P0306 on some V6 Rangers, requiring engine inspection or replacement in worst case.
Fix: Ford SSM 51979 process. Dealer diagnosis required.
low
AdBlue / SCR
AdBlue sensor and injector issues possible long-term.
Fix: Quality AdBlue, sensor replacement when triggered.