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Pros
- Spectacular platform
- Twin-turbo V6 provides plenty of punch
- Very easy to live with
Cons
- Chews through petrol
- Price coming close to nudging six figures
- Reduced towing capacity
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The 2012 Ford Ranger is a ute offered in cab-chassis (extra or double-cab) or pick-up (extra or double-cab) body styles. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $40,640 for the XL variant and topping out at $66,640 for the Wildtrak variant.
There are 3 variants of the Ranger available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2011.
The 2012 Ranger was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
The Ford Ranger is only available with a diesel engine that produces 147kW and 470Nm of torque. Both rear-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Design, size, and presence on the road
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
The Ford Ranger comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being XL and the most expensive being Wildtrak.


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Quickly see how the Ford Ranger stacks up against its competition.
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2026
$56,490
2026
$57,490
2026
$59,990
2026
$76,990
2026
$86,990
2025
$89,990
2026
$92,990
2025
$94,990
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,359 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,850 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,804 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,220 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,279 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Ford Ranger Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.



2012 Ford Ranger
The cheapest Ford Ranger is the XL variant that starts from $40,640.
See all Ford Ranger PricingThe most expensive Ford Ranger is the Wildtrak variant that starts from $66,640.
See all Ford Ranger PricingThe best towing capacity of a Ford Ranger is 3500 kg shared by all variants.
See all Ford Ranger towing capacityThe largest Ford Ranger is the Wildtrak variant which measures 1850mm wide, 5351mm in length and sits 1845mm tall.
All variants of the Ford Ranger have a maximum power of 147kW and 470nm of torque.
The Ford Ranger is built in Thailand and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Ford Ranger is the XL variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3200 kg.
The Ford Ranger uses Diesel fuel.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.