2025 Ford Ranger Review

Famed for its rugged, work-ready platform, versatility across the range of single, super and dual-cab body shapes, serious off-road abilities and tonnes of tech inside, the Ford Ranger is the current king of the ute segment.

Ford has once again split the MY25 Ranger lineup into seven different flavours, including everything from a XT base model through to the fire-breathing Ranger Raptor at the top of the pile.

For 2025, the Ford Ranger hits the market with some minor styling and interior tweaks with pricing remaining the same, so let’s take a closer look and see how the Ranger stacks up and which is the sweet spot in the lineup.

Ford Ranger Competition

How Much Does the MY25 Ford Ranger Cost?

Prices for the MY25 Ford Ranger lineup kick off from $36,880 for the entry-level XL 4x2 Single Cab and stretch out to $90,440 for the Raptor 4x4 dual-cab.

The Ranger XL range stretches out to $54,380 for the Ranger XL 4x4 bi-turbo dual-cab, while the Ranger XLS 4x4 bi-turbo dual-cab is priced at $57,630.

Stepping up to the Ranger XLT brings the price to $56,440 for the XLT 4x2 bi-turbo dual-cab, increasing to $61,640 for the Ranger XLT 4x4 bi-turbo super cab, with the Ranger XLT 4x4 V6 dual-cab priced at $68,840.

The Ford Ranger Sport is priced at $66,140 for the Sport 4x4 bi-turbo dual-cab, while the Ranger Sport 4x4 V6 dual-cab is priced at $71,340.

Ford’s Ranger Wildtrak is priced at $69,640 for the Wildtrak 4x4 bi-turbo dual-cab, while the Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 V6 dual-cab wears a $74,840 price tag.

The Ranger Platinum 4x4 V6 dual-cab is priced at $80,640 while the flagship Ranger Raptor 4x4 3.0TT V6 dual-cab is priced at $90,440.

Keep in mind that these prices are subject to change and do not include on-road costs.

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What Features & Specs Does the Ford Ranger Have?

The entry-level Ford Ranger XL range comes riding on 16-inch alloys and picks up halogen headlights, LED tail lights, heavy-duty suspension, a black grille, an 8.0-inch digital instrument cluster, cloth upholstery, climate control, a rear-view camera with rear parking sensors, an acoustic windscreen, front disc and rear drum brakes and a locking rear differential for 4x4 variants.

Stepping up to the Ford Ranger XLS adds a set of 16-inch alloys, black side steps, a 400-watt power inverter, a tow bar with integrated brake controller, keyless entry & start, dual-zone climate control, carpet flooring, a drive mode selector and a black grille with silver highlights.

Over that, the Ford Ranger XLT range boasts 17-inch alloys, rear disc brakes, LED headlights with LED daytime running lamps, a sports bar, a front-mounted tow hook, spray-in tub liner for super cab variants, a leather-wrapped steering wheel & gear lever, a 4x2 locking rear axle and an upgraded front grille with chrome highlights.

The Ford Ranger Sport lineup picks up 18-inch alloys with a dark front grille, a skid plate, a pair of tow hooks, leather upholstery with a power-adjustable driver’s seat, an off-road display and a wireless smartphone charger.

Forking out for the Ranger Wildtrak adds grey 18-inch alloys wrapped in Goodyear all-terrain tyres, a sports bar, powered tonneau cover, upgraded Wildtrak grille, roof rails, a cargo management system, ambient lighting, upgraded leather upholstery with heated seats, a surround-view monitor and Ford’s Pro Trailer backup assist system.

The Ranger Platinum range picks up 20-inch alloys wrapped in highway terrain tyres, a bespoke front grille with chrome exterior highlights, Matrix LED headlights with LED tail lights, a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster, a heated steering wheel, premium leather upholstery with heated & ventilated front seats.

Finally, the flagship Ford Ranger Raptor is treated to 17-inch alloys wrapped in BF Goodrich all-terrain tyres, a unique front grille, LED fog lights, a 2.3mm steel bash plate, dual tow hooks, n active exhaust, electronic locking front & rear differentials, seven drive modes, a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster, ambient lighting and upgraded sports seats with orange highlights and embossed logos.

Ford Ranger Connectivity & Infotainment Features

The Ford Ranger lineup is packaged with a pair of large infotainment displays which helps to give the cabin a modern, high-tech aesthetic.

The entry-level Ranger XL, XLS, XLT and Sport come packaged with a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system mounted to the dashboard.

Those upgrading to the Ranger Wildtrak or above pick up a larger 12.0-inch infotainment system that sits in the same vertical orientation and makes the dashboard feel as though you’ve got access to a massive tablet.

Ford’s infotainment tech offers AM/FM radio, Bluetooth as well as DAB+ digital radio, with a six-speaker sound system packaged as standard.

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Upgrading to the Ranger Platinum or Raptor adds a ten-speaker sound system from B&O.

Every MY25 Ford Ranger is also packaged with a modem that allows you to remotely start the engine, lock the doors, check the fuel or odometer, receive health diagnostics and track the vehicle’s location via the Ford Pass smartphone app.

Does the Ford Ranger Have Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto?

Buyers will be pleased to know that all members of the Ford Ranger lineup pick up wireless smartphone mirroring for both Apple CarPlay & Android Auto.

The entry-level Ranger’s 10.1-inch infotainment system and the flagship’s 12.3-inch display both offer wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, allowing you to access your music, contacts, preferred navigation apps and use either Siri or Google Assistant via the Ranger’s voice recognition system.

Is the Ford Ranger Comfortable to Drive?

The latest-generation Ford Ranger has been quick to assert itself as one of the most capable, rugged yet user-friendly ute packages on the road.

Typically, a working-class ute is damn stiff when it’s not fully loaded over the rear axle.

Ford, though, has done a great job in making sure the Ranger feels relatively comfortable and planted to the road when it’s not fully loaded, making it arguably the most refined road-going ute on the market.

In terms of powertrains, buyers have no shortage of options to choose from in the Ranger.

There’s a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel producing 125kW of power and 405Nm of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and your choice of a 4x2 or part-time 4x4 system.

There’s also a 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel that produces 154kW of power and 500Nm of torque, paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission and choice of 4x2 or part-time 4x4 systems.

Ford also offers a 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel producing 184kW of power and 600Nm of torque, with the same ten-sped automatic but a full-time 4x4 system.

At the top of the engine range sits Ford’s 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 EcoBoost petrol for the Raptor which kicks out 292kW of power and 583Nm of torque which provides outlandish acceleration.

Whichever engine you opt for, the Ranger feels well-behaved for a work-focussed package and is relatively user-friendly around town thanks to its lightweight sterling rack and decent all-around visibility. 

Base models with the heavy-duty suspension package are noticeably firmer, though the trade-off here is the extra payload capacity.

Hit a country road and the Ranger is an incredibly strong performer, with a suspension package that irons out bumps while mitigating severe body roll and tonnes of grunt from the engine lineup.

On the highway, the Ranger chews up kilometres and makes for one of the most versatile and arguably the most refined ute packages currently on the market.

How Much Can the MY25 Ford Ranger Carry & Tow?

Braked towing capacities across the majority of the MY25 Ford Ranger lineup stand at 3,500kg, while the performance-focussed Ranger Raptor’s braked towing capacities drop to 2,500kg.

We’ll list payload figures for the entire Ford Ranger lineup below.

• Ranger Single-Cab Chassis: 1,337 - 1,447kg (4x4 vs 4x2)

• Ranger Super-Cab Chassis: 1,236 - 1,347kg (4x4 vs 4x2) 

• Ranger Double-Cab Chassis: 1,150 - 1,211kg (4x4 vs 4x2)

• Ranger Super-Cab Pickup: 1,059kg

• Ranger Dual-Cab Pickup: 929 - 1,018kg

Is the Ford Ranger Fuel Efficient?

Fuel economy figures in the Ford Ranger vary depending on which engine and body you’re opting for, with the flagship Ranger Raptor with its twin-turbocharged V6 by far the thirstiest engine in the range. 

Ford’s 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel unit is the most fuel-efficient, siping between 7.2 - 7.6L per 100km on a combined cycle, while the Ranger Raptor drinks 11.5L per 100km.

Combined cycle fuel economy figures for the entire MY25 Ford Ranger lineup can be found below.

• 2.0-litre turbo-diesel: 7.6 - 8.0L/100km

• 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel: 7.2 - 7.6L/100km

• 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel: 8.4L/100km

• 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol: 11.5L/100km

Is the Ford Ranger Practical and Spacious?

Since the refresh, the Ford Ranger’s interior has come leaps and bounds in terms of interior accommodation.

Climb aboard and you’ll be pleased with just how much space is on offer in the cockpit, with tonnes of light and headroom available from the lofty roofline, making it a great shout for taller drivers.

The layout is modern, with the large, vertically-mounted infotainment system certainly giving the cabin a more high-tech vibe, while the uniquely shaped air vents and a plush steering wheel make things feel nice and premium.

On that note, even in base form the Ranger’s cabin looks pretty schmick for an entry-level version, while stepping up higher into the range adds more premium materials, larger displays and some coloured contrasts.

In terms of storage, the Ranger’s beefy centre console houses a large tray sitting behind the gear lever, a pair of cupholders and some added storage inside the large folding armrest.

There’s also a glovebox flanked by another flat storage tier sitting above and large door bins to eat up large bottles without an issue.

Move to the rear and Super Cab variants have a compact rear seating area with a couple of folding seats that get the job done for short trips to the worksite, but you wouldn’t want to spend too much time back there.

For family buyers, the Ranger in dual-cab form is a no-brainer, offering much more real estate in the second row, buoyed by great headroom for tall rear passengers.

The Ranger’s rear bench is able to fold up, with some added storage underneath, while a power outlet, air vents, and two pairs of ISOFIX anchors and three top tether mounts accommodate a range of forward and rear-facing child seats.

How Big is the Ford Ranger’s Tray?

The amount of real estate on offer in the Ranger’s tray depends on which body shape you’re opting for - we’ve compiled dimensions for single, super and dual-cab versions of the MY25 Ranger below. 

Ford Ranger Single Cab Chassis Tray Dimensions

• Length: 2,415mm

• Width: 1,584mm

• Width between arches: 1,224mm

• Height: 529mm

Ford Ranger Super Cab Chassis Tray Dimensions

• Length: 1,845mm

• Width: 1,584mm

• Width between arches: 1,224mm

• Height: 529mm 

Ford Ranger Double Cab Pickup Tray Dimensions

• Length: 1,547mm

• Width: 1,584mm

• Width between arches: 1,224mm

• Height: 529mm 

Is the Ford Ranger Safe?

Ford has thrown a heap of active safety tech into the Ranger lineup, a feat made more impressive by just how much kit is included in the base model.

As standard, entry-level versions of the MY25 Ford Ranger pick up autonomous emergency braking with junction assist, car, pedestrian and cyclist detection, as well as blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alerts - for pickup variants - adaptive cruise control, lane-departure alerts, lane-keep assistance with road edge protection, a rear-view camera with rear parking sensors and nine airbags.

Stepping up to the Ranger XLS adds a set of front-mounted parking sensors as well as extended blind-spot monitoring with trailer coverage, with the Ranger XLT receiving lane-centring, traffic sign detection and tyre pressure monitoring.

Does the Ford Ranger Have an ANCAP Safety Rating?

The latest Ford Ranger lineup wears a five-star ANCAP safety rating after testing in 2022 saw it score the following marks.

• Adult Occupant Protection: 84%

• Child Occupant Protection: 93%

• Vulnerable Road User Protection: 74%

• Safety Assist: 83%

What Warranty Does the Ford Ranger Come With?

Ford offers the MY25 Ranger lineup with a five-year/unlimited-kilometre factory warranty.

The company also offers four capped-price services for the Ranger lineup, each of which is priced at $379, bringing the total to $1,516 for four separate visits to the service centre.

Ford’s service intervals for the MY25 Ranger lineup stand at 12 months or 15,000-kilometres, whichever elapses first.

Our Verdict: Is the 2025 Ford Ranger Worth it?

No matter how close you point the microscope, the Ford Ranger is a fantastic ute available with a wide-range of engines and body shapes to fit various customer demands.

The Ranger offers great on-road manners for a working-class ute, strong pulling power and payload figures, great off-roading abilities and even the option of a fire-breathing Raptor at the top of the range for the ultimate driving experience.

Ford has also done a great job with the Ranger’s packaging, equipping even the entry-level Ranger XL with a long list of features and active safety gear that makes it extremely competitive - almost impossible to ignore in the ute segment.

If you’re looking for a new work ute, family-friendly package or an extreme off-roader, be sure to reach out to our team of car-buying specialists who can help find you the best possible price.

Five Ford Ranger Specs You Need to Know

1. Five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty

2. Three body shapes paired with four engine options

3. 3,500kg braked towing capacity (2,500kg in Ranger Raptor)

4. 929 - 1,447kg payload figures

5. 7.2 - 11.5L per 100km fuel economy figures