Ford’s midsize truck disappeared for about a decade. Then it returned to fanfare in its 2019 model year. The 2020 Ford Ranger returns with even more to offer the pickup truck buyer. Here are eight important things you need to know about this excellent truck.
1. One Engine Choice
Usually, a midsize truck comes in a four-cylinder cheap version and a V6 more expensive version. Ford has chosen to give you the best of both worlds. Ranger buyers enjoy 270-horsepower Ecoboost engine. It leads the class with 310 pound-feet of torque. Get a quick quote to learn about pricing.
2. Excellent Tow Ratings
The Ranger keeps the lead by offering up to 7,500 pounds of towing capacity. If this is for work, you will be able to do more with every haul. For those who want to bring their boat to the lake, they can do it. Same goes for many campers and other big toys.
3. Terrific Payload Ratings
How tough is your truck? You can look at the payload ratings to evaluate that. The top rating is a best-in-class 1,860 pounds, if you stick with two-wheel drive. Remember to get the larger bed to get the top payload capability.
4. Class-Exclusive Automatic Transmission
The typical transmission is still six speeds. Ford, however, has chosen a ten-speed automatic transmission for its midsize truck. That is part of the reason that the Ranger offers such high towing and payload ratings. Drivers will always feel supported when they are trying to harness low-speed torque or maintain high-speed travel.
5. Just Enough Choices
Ford doesn’t overwhelm you with too many choices. You can get the capable XL, the more exciting XLT, or the leather-clad Lariat. You also choose between a SuperCab and a SuperCrew cab, depending on how many people you want to seat. The smaller cab comes with the bigger 6-foot bed. The larger cab comes with the smaller bed. Our Cape May Court House Ford dealer staff can help you decide which configuration is right for your needs.
6. Exclusive Trailering Feature
Ford’s well-known blind spot system, often referred to as BLIS, can watch the trailer. This makes it less likely that the Ranger driver will pull into a lane where an approaching neighbor car is too close.
7. Special Suspensions
Up front, an independent arm suspension has nitrogen-filled shock absorbers to provide just the right give. In back, parabolic rear springs have a low-friction design. Extra flexibility allows for greater wheel articulation. With big loads, the rear springs have reduced stiffness compared to the conventional springs on similar midsize trucks.
8. Off-Roading Capability
The FX2 package adds an electronic locking differential and an off-road suspension. When you step over to four-wheel drive, you have an on-road two-wheel drive capability and two off-road drivetrain functions. Terrain management and crawl control add to what this truck can do. The Ranger FX4 has skid plates and other equipment for the roughest trail rides.
If you want a better, truck, come try the Ford Ranger at Kindle, Cape May Court House Ford dealer.
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