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    2017 Ford Ranger

    The 2017 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 $36,040 for the XL variant and topping out at $69,640 for the Wildtrak variant.

    There are 3 variants of the Ranger available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2015.

    The 2017 Ranger was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Ford Ranger include 2.2L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (118kW/385Nm) and 3.2L in-line 5-cylinder turbo (147kW/470Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual or 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. Both rear-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.

    Retail Price
    $36,040 - $69,640
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Rear
    Fuel Type
    Diesel
    Body Types
    Chassis Cab or Pickup
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    Retail Price
    $36,040 - $69,640
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Rear
    Fuel Type
    Diesel
    Body Types
    Chassis Cab or Pickup
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

    Expert Rating

    Excellent

    4 Reviews

    2017 Ford Ranger

    Available Variants

    The Ford Ranger comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being XL and the most expensive being Wildtrak.

    2017 Ford Ranger

    Reviews

    CarExpert Rating
    Excellent
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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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    2017 Ford Ranger

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    How does the 2017 Ford Ranger compare?

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    Power to Weight
    64.28 - 80.2 kW/t
    56.51 kW/t
    95.89 kW/t
    Fuel Efficiency
    6.5 - 8.9 L/100km
    6.3 L/100km
    12.7 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    899 - 1,231 km
    551 km
    1,270 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    150,000 km
    Years on Sale
    1 - 4 years
    5 years
    5 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    6 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,925 - 3,200 kg
    2,550 kg
    3,200 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    2,500 - 3,500 kg
    1,500 kg
    3,500 kg
    Approach Angle
    22 - 29°
    20.7°
    32.5°
    Departure Angle
    24 - 28°
    15.4°
    28.4°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    201 - 237 mm
    171 mm
    286 mm
    Payload Capacity
    913 - 1,367 kg
    805 kg
    1,395 kg
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    2017 Ford Ranger

    Historical Information

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    XL

    2026

    $56,490

    XLT

    2026

    $57,490

    Sport

    2026

    $59,990

    Wildtrak

    2026

    $76,990

    Raptor

    2026

    $86,990

    Wildtrak 10 Year Edition

    2025

    $89,990

    Platinum

    2026

    $92,990

    Stormtrak

    2025

    $94,990

    Year
    2026
    2025
    Engine Type
    2.0L Combustion
    2.3L Phev
    3.0L Combustion
    Fuel
    Diesel
    Electric
    Premium Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Chassis Cab
    Pickup
    Number of Doors
    2 Doors
    4 Doors
    Drivetrain
    4x4
    Rear
    Maximum Power
    154 kW
    207 kW
    184 kW
    150 kW
    292 kW

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    2017 Ford Ranger

    Dimensions

    5,277 mm
    1,850 mm
    1,703 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length5,277 mm
    Overall Width1,850 mm
    Overall Height1,703 mm
    Wheelbase3,220 mm
    Turning Circle11,800 mm
    Load Capacity1,270 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2017 Ford Ranger

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Ford Ranger is the XL variant that starts from $36,040.

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    The most expensive Ford Ranger is the Wildtrak variant that starts from $69,640.

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    The best towing capacity of a Ford Ranger is 3500 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Ford Ranger is the XL variant which measures 1848mm wide, 5362mm in length and sits 1860mm 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.

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