Ford Ranger 2012 Review

The next generation Ranger will be the focus on the Ford stand, and be accompanied by a series of Ford's most engaging attractions World Auto Show - also outlined in the ASEAN for the first time.

The master robot, 3D mini-theater, driving simulator is a new Ranger, a virtual safe for racing, towing, and an interactive challenge are just some of the standout attractions for visitors to stay revved up Ford.

"We took advantage of Bangkok Motor Show this year as an international arena of ASEAN unveils the new Ford Ranger pickup truck world, to be built here in Thailand," said Peter Fleet, Ford's president of the ASEAN. "We have the opportunity to create a world class exhibition Ford on the stand so that visitors can discover and truly understand our commitment to the region of Thailand and ASEAN," said the fleet.

In addition to Thailand, Ranger new world will be manufactured in South Africa and Argentina for more than 180 markets worldwide. It is the first truck to be built at Ford's strategy, bringing together the expertise of the global engineering company.

Ford Ranger 2012
Ford Ranger 2012
The new Ranger has been revealed to the world in Sydney in October last year, and the appearance of Bangkok the first time, it will be seen in Asia, giving the 1.5 million visitors expected to display a single, special.

Join the new Ford Ranger on the stand is a brand new Ford Fiesta, which took the markets of Thailand and ASEAN by storm since its launch last year.

A full range of Christmas will add a touch of color to an already dynamic state, including the start of its newest shade attractive Phantom purple. A limited edition Fiesta 1.6L Sport with a powershift transmission, white exterior and blue interior is also proposed striking, with only 300 units available.

During the dates of Bangkok Show, Ford offers a special offer for all the festivities that include free insurance for first class.

"The hot-selling party really began the transformation of our business in Thailand. First-class design, safety, fuel economy and smart technologies quickly made a choice among Thai consumers the small car segment," said Saroj said Kiatfeungfoo, Vice President, Marketing, Sales and Service, Ford Thailand.

The booth will also feature Ford 2.0L Duratec Ghia emphasis and Sport + + 849 THB 000 models. Sports models - the Sport + that appears in a beautiful red tango -

has a host of intelligent technologies such as automatic headlights, automatic dimming mirrors and rain sensitive wipers. 2.0L Duratec engine and sequential gearbox sport provides excellent driving dynamics and best-in-class value for money.

Ford Ranger 2012 interior
Ford Ranger 2012 interior

Tripod also involved in several special editions of other Ford nameplates such as the flight date XLT Ford and Ford Ranger Wildtrak +. Escape, a new sport color Blue Ocean, now includes a rear spoiler, rear skid plate, chrome exhaust pipes, friction plate, semi-rockers and chrome-plated Ford Escape Badge - presents an exceptional value, while maintaining the same price of THB 1.179 million.

Ranger Wildtrak a 18-inch alloy wheels and a cool new color Blue Lagoon. Wildtrak also supports the promotion of the dates show, which contains 10 percent down payment, 48 monthly installments at zero percent interest, free insurance and a first-class.

Also in the Ford booth Everest Limited 4X2 Navi, which has a new rear spoiler and body coating, giving it a sportier look in general.

New Ford Ranger exterior.

There is confusion on the part of the new Ford Built Tough Ford Ranger references. Presence of powerful capabilities and exudes confidence, more than ever, the levels of craftsmanship and technology that will transform the experience of pick-up property.

• the wide range is available in three cab styles - Regular, Super, double - and in 4x2 and 4x4 versions.

• Store front has a short overhang the truck Ford signature three-bar grille.

• Prints in the lips of the wheel, instead of add-ons that give an integrated look at all the series, while contributing to an aggressive and sporty.

• Ranger Wild Trak gets a dark look with a sporty front split single color.

• Cash flow line from the top of the cargo box by the door closing line of the hood shell design.

• increased side mirrors rear view, and have been trained better to reduce wind noise.

• waist line, the walls of the box was raised - by the increased functionality of the vehicle with a box of depth at the position.

• pockets of the wheel arches and along the side of the box allows truck owners to use wood inserts to achieve full sheets of drywall or plywood.

• Store size is perfect for narrow streets in many parts of the world.

The all-new Ford Ranger Interior.

Ready to be a leader in innovation, the new Ranger comes with intelligent technologies such as Bluetooth ® with Voice Control to make the collection easier, safer and more fun to drive. It offers a contemporary look and feel with functionality and comfort normally found only in cars.

• lights and automatic windscreen wipers with rain sensor

• Control panel inspired mobile phone with a joystick as a central control

• Smart Power System Window - Auto up / down driver's door

• Drive-away locking - locks automatically when the car reaches 7 km / h and the accelerator is pressed for at least 5%

• Theatre of regulation creates a sophisticated atmosphere. Ramps that lights when the car is opened and denied when the engine started.

• steering wheel mounted audio switches, including volume, seeking control and Bluetooth ® with Voice Control

• more information about the data as the distance to empty and average fuel economy

• Intelligent charging - power generator increases as the vehicle slows

• Speed ​​control switch allows the pilot to adjust and control the urge

• Dual zone climate control electronic

• High-feature, Thatcham rated alarm system, which includes internal sensors, double lock, siren and backup battery

• Console bin holds up to six beverage cans with the cooler air conditioning duct

• Integrated iPod control and auxiliary connection for MP3

The new engine family, Ford Ranger.

The all-new Ford Ranger offers a whole new family of powerful and fuel efficient engines. Responsiveness and flexibility is at the heart of the history of Rangers and their capabilities exceptional fuel economy will allow Ranger owners a clear advantage.

2.2-liter Duratorq TDCi

• High torque - 375 Nm

• Available in three different power levels with a maximum power of 110 kW (150 hp)

• Highly efficient four-cylinder TDCi Ford designs incorporate rail turbocharged direct injection technology

• Responsive Traction

• Towing capacity of the trailer

• Five and six-speed transmission choices

• One of the most fuel efficient of 7.6 l/100 km in the 4x2 model *

3.2-liter Duratorq TDCi

• High torque - 470 Nm

• 147 kW (200 hp)

• Proven five-cylinder design - the first Ranger

• Operates turbocharger and common rail injection technology direct for outstanding performance and fuel economy

• The new six-speed manual and automatic transmission options

• Fuel economy among the leaders of 8.4 L/100 km on the 4x2 variant *

2.5-liter Duratec

• New standard for gasoline is 24 percent more efficient

• 122 kW (166 PS) of power

• 226 Nm of torque increases

• Improved fuel economy and reduced emissions

• sequential multiport fuel injection

• Flexible Fuel, or after-market conversion to LPG or NG

• Best-in-class fuel consumption of 9.8 l/100 km * 4x2 model

* All consumption figures are from officially approved tests in accordance with EC Directive 93/116/EEC. Fuel economy figures quoted are based on the European fuel economy 80/1268/EEC EU differ from the results of driving cycles in other regions.

The new Ford Ranger ability.

With more features and smart technology than ever seen on a Ranger, including adaptive control of the load and trailer sway control is the all-new Ford Ranger is one of the most advanced technologies in the segment of pick-up compact.

• fuel tank of 80 liters for the long haul

• Reverse Camera System helps the driver when reversing *

• New rear suspension designed to foil the capacity of pickup trucks and improved ride comfort

• The increased pace to keep the Ranger is based on a strong

• New hydro mounts between the railway and the passenger cabin to reduce vibration and provides a comfortable ride *

• The new rack and pinion steering precise, sensitive, controlled feel

• New longer, more rigid chassis

• Major equipment power transmission between the rails to prevent damage to off-road

• New hydro mounts between the railway and the passenger cabin to reduce vibration and provides a comfortable ride *

• Ability to best in class for towing up to 3,350 kg *

• Trailer Sway Control Ford increases driver confidence while towing. If the trailer starts to sway, the system takes effective control, the selective application of the brakes to slow the tractor-trailer.

• The active range is up to 1500 kg *

• Best-in-class volume of the box for a regular taxi and Super Cab - 1.82 m3 and 1.45 m3 respectively

• Ford Adaptive Load Control provides greater certainty for the stability of drivers to handle heavy loads.

• Ground clearance of 241 mm *

• Best-in-class water-fording capability of 800 mm on 4x4 and 4x2 Hi-rider models

• Tested in detail in the world off-road conditions and weather extremes on six continents

* Available in market.