Ford Ranger 2006-2011 used ute review

The Ford Ranger is a work-friendly ute that offers a reasonable level of passenger comfort.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 3.4 out of 5

The good

Excellent pulling power with a 3,000kg tow rating
Reasonable ride and handling
Comfortable interior

The not-so-good

Pull out handbrake annoys
Poor rear visibility

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers’ guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2010 Ford Ranger XLT

Price

$18,000 to $25,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

3-litre five-cylinder turbocharged, 115kW/380Nm (claimed)

Transmission

Five-speed automatic with low range, Four-wheel drive

Safety rating

Three-star ANCAP and four-star Used Car Safety Rating

Servicing

10,000km or twelve months

Spare wheel

Full size wheel

Fuel economy

10.4-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Diesel

Length

5170mm

Width

1804mm

Height

1762mm

Towing capacity

750kg (unbraked), 3000kg (braked)

Turning circle

12.6m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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