2021 Ford Ranger Overview

Adventure and Excitement – The Ford Ranger Pickup Truck

They say that dynamite comes in small packages – this is true when it comes to the mid-size Ford Ranger pickup truck! The 2021 Ford Ranger offers drivers fuel efficiency with the ability to tow cargo and go on off-road adventures when necessary.

General Information

The Ford Ranger 2021 is offered in two different body styles (two door and four door) as well as two bed lengths (a five-foot bed and a six-foot bed). It is available in four-wheel drive or rear wheel drive. The Ford Ranger 2021 is available in three trim levels: the XL, XLT, and the Lariat; consumers will also find a number of add-on packages that can outfit the Ranger into the truck you need. One particular package is the FX4 off-road package, which adds larger tires, a locking rear differential, and an off-road tuned suspension to the already capable truck.

New features for the 2021 Ford Ranger include a black grille and black eighteen-inch wheels as well as new decals and a black Ford oval badge. The Ford Ranger is also offered in more colors including Velocity Blue, Cactus Gray, Cyber Orange, and Carbonized Gray.

Performance and Payload

All 2021 Rangers are equipped with a 2.3 liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a ten-speed automatic transmission. This offers drivers up to 270 horsepower and up to 310 lb-ft of torque. Drivers will find this combination makes for a quick and agile truck. Opt for a towing package, and you’ll enjoy the ability to tow up to 7500 pounds with ease. Drivers can also add an optional Terrain Management System for even more performance power. This system offers up to four different drive modes: Mud/Ruts, Normal, Sand, and Grass/Gravel. The addition of this Terrain Management System offers the driver a little fine tuning to the transmission so that the truck adapts easily to various road conditions. Payload of the latest Ford Ranger is an estimated 1860 pounds.

Interior

The Ford Ranger is considered a mid-size truck, but drivers and passengers will still enjoy a comfortable and spacious cabin. The SuperCab (a two-door truck with an extended cab) offers seating up to four adults. The SuperCrew (a four-door truck) offers seating for up to five adult passengers. The driver will enjoy a large, touchscreen infotainment system known as Ford Sync. This invaluable piece of equipment makes gauges and entertainment available at the touch of a finger. All Rangers are standard with Ford CoPilot360, which allows for the use of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto – apps that allow drivers to pair their smart phones with the software in the truck. Using this technology, drivers can make and receive phone calls, send text messages, and ask Siri or Alexa for directions all by the sound of your voice. Your eyes never need leave the road when using this safety feature.

Speaking of the Ford CoPilot360, drivers will be able to utilize blind spot monitoring, lane keep assist, forward collision warnings, and automatic emergency braking in order to stay safe on the road.

Trim Packages

The XL is the base trim level of the Ford Ranger, but it is far from a “basic” trim. You can add the FX4 and towing packages in order to maximize the towing and hauling capabilities of the Ranger. You’ll get the Ford CoPilot360 safety system standard, as well as a standard back-up camera.

The XLT is the mid-level trim package; you can add a few amenities to the interior of the Ranger with this trim as well as the towing and FX4 package for a great truck at a great value.

The Lariat is the top trim package of the Ford Ranger. You’ll enjoy leather seats, extra safety features, navigation, a larger infotainment touchscreen and the option for heated and ventilated seats in both the front and rear seats.

You can’t go wrong when choosing the versatile Ford Ranger! Stop by Dave Arbogast Ford today for a test drive!