2022 Ford Ranger Product Highlight

The new 2022 Ranger represents the 4th generation of Ford Ranger trucks. You get a highly efficient engine, important standard safety tech, and a choice of three trims and two cab options to choose from. Also offered are two limited packages; the off-road-oriented Tremor and the retro Splash packages.

Engine and Numbers

The 2022 Ford Ranger’s engine is the highly acclaimed EcoBoost 2.3. It is a 4-cylinder turbo that produces 270 hp and 310 lb-ft. This power is transmitted to the rear or all four wheels via a 10-speed automatic. Hence the Ranger has a great 0-60 mph time of around 6 seconds.

Now, the Ranger is quick but how good is it at doing pickup stuff? Well, the 2022 Ranger has a towing capacity of up to 7500 lbs. when you equip it right. It can also carry a payload of up to 1860 lbs. Both these figures are solid for the class.

As far as fuel consumption is concerned, the Ranger 2022 does wonders. You can expect it to do up to 21 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.

Interior and Technology

The 2022 Ranger’s interior is a decent one with nothing too flashy about it. The trim materials used are of high quality. There’s a lot of headroom and legroom available. As mentioned above, you get to choose between two cabs – the 5-seater SuperCrew (double cabin) and the more compact 4-seater SuperCab (extended cab).

2022 Ford Ranger XL

The base variant of the 2022 Ranger is known as the XL. It offers you single-zone aircon and powered door locks. For infotainment, you get an AM/FM stereo with 4 speakers, plus Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities. The standard safety features include automated emergency braking and forward-collision warning.

2022 Ford Ranger XLT

On the XLT, you’ll find goodies such as dual-zone climate control, 8-way seat adjustment, and a 12V PowerPoint. The infotainment screen is a lot bigger at 8 inches and you get a total of 6 speakers. The standard safety systems now include lane-keep assist and blind-spot information as well.

2022 Ford Ranger Lariat

As indicated by its leather-wrapped steering wheel, the Lariat trim is the highest trim available. It also comes with a lot more equipment. You get push-button ignition, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, power-adjustable seats, and ambient mood lighting.

2022 Ford Ranger XL

2022 Ford Ranger XLT

2022 Ford Ranger Lariat

Exterior and Driving

The 2022 Ranger sports the same handsome exterior as the previous years’ models. There are plenty of appearance packages available if you want your Ranger to stand out, one of these being the Splash editions. The basic set of wheels is 16-inch silver ones on the XL. The Lariat has 18-inch aluminums.

You get to choose between two truck bed sizes: 5 (SuperCab) and 6-inch (SuperCrew) ones. The Tremor package updates the truck’s look quite a bit with its offroad suspension, chunky tires, a skid plate, and its very own front grille. The Splash edition brings its own wheels, bumpers, decals, and unique color.

The exterior colors on the 2022 Ranger are the following (not all are available on the XL):

The other exterior appearance packages apart from Splash are the STX, Chrome, Sport, and Black editions. So, you can customize the Ranger according to your needs with a multitude of different options.

So, how does the Ranger drive then? Well, do not be fooled by its small and efficient engine as it packs quite the punch. Anyone who has driven the Ranger will tell you that it also handles excellently despite being a pickup truck.

The Ranger is great at off-roading due to its power and ground clearance. The Tremor package adds some much-needed software to the mix such as Ford’s Trail Control and Terrain Management systems. The latter sets the vehicle up for any sort of terrain that comes its way.

Reliability and Warranty

When it comes to reliability, the 2022 Ranger does a Great job according to JD Power. This is because it has received a score of 85 out of a total possible 100. The data received from Ranger owners also suggests that the vehicle is reliable as well. The NHTSA has praised the truck’s durability as well.

The coverage offered by Ford for this car includes a 3-year/36k mile limited warranty. The other one is a 5-year/60k-mile warranty for the powertrain components. This warranty, combined with the Ranger’s low price should make it quite the bargain.

Verdict

The Ford Ranger 2022 is a spectacular vehicle that provides everything a workhorse truck needs.

It has a fuel-efficient engine which delivers enough power to make it quick as well. The 2022 Ranger also drives excellently, and you won’t experience any trouble while cornering. The hauling and payload capacities are top tier in the midsize pickup class.

Its off-roading abilities are unmatched in its class and they can be upgraded to make them even better with the Tremor package. There are several other packages as well in case you want to make your Ranger stand out and cater it to your aesthetic needs.

Inside, you get an interior that’s nice to look at, with the best pieces of trim used and enough features to make it practical. There are important safety systems that are offered as standard. It also has a very reasonable price tag for all that it offers.

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