What is it?
The Ranger has owned the runner-up slot in Australia's sales charts for the better part of three years, and the 2025 update widened its appeal further with the introduction of the Ranger PHEV. The T6.2 platform was designed and engineered in Australia by Ford's Geelong team.
The lineup runs from XL Bi-Turbo at $36,880 plus on-roads, through to Raptor V6 Petrol at $90,690 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
Five powertrains on one body. Only ute in segment with V6 diesel, PHEV and V6 petrol all on the menu. 3,500 kg braked tow across the full range with up to 1,034 kg payload.
5-year warranty trails Kia Tasman, MG and Chinese rivals at 7 years and up. PHEV walk over the equivalent diesel grade is $14,000 to $18,000.
Should you buy the Ranger?
Reasons to buy
- Five powertrains on one body. Only ute in segment with V6 diesel, PHEV and V6 petrol all on the menu. 3,500 kg braked tow across the full range with up to 1,034 kg payload.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km.
- 5-star ANCAP (2022), full driver-assist suite.
- Braked towing rated at 3,500 kg.
Reasons to wait
- 5-year warranty trails Kia Tasman, MG and Chinese rivals at 7 years and up. PHEV walk over the equivalent diesel grade is $14,000 to $18,000.
- You want a longer factory warranty (Kia Tasman at 7 years, Isuzu D-Max at 6), the cheapest segment entry (HiLux), or a pure PHEV ute at a lower price (BYD Shark 6).
- Raptor runs premium 98 RON only, and wait times on V6 diesel grades can still stretch into months in some metros.
- Top trim climbs to $90,690 plus on-roads.
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