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2026 Ford Ranger Raptor review
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 2023 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 $47,490 for the XL variant and topping out at $95,990 for the Raptor variant.
There are 7 variants of the Ranger available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2022.
The 2023 Ranger was offered with a 5 year, 150,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Ford Ranger include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (125kW/405Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (154kW/500Nm), 3.0L v6 turbo (184kW/600Nm) and 3.0L v6 turbo (292kW/583Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic with manual mode or 10-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. 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 Raptor.


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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 | 5,225 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,910 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,208 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,880 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,271 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.



2023 Ford Ranger
The cheapest Ford Ranger is the XL variant that starts from $47,490.
See all Ford Ranger PricingThe most expensive Ford Ranger is the Raptor variant that starts from $95,990.
See all Ford Ranger PricingThe best towing capacity of a Ford Ranger is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: XL, XLT, Wildtrak, Sport, Wildtrak X and Platinum.
See all Ford Ranger towing capacityThe largest Ford Ranger is the Raptor variant which measures 2028mm wide, 5381mm in length and sits 1922mm tall.
The most powerful Ford Ranger is the Raptor variant which has 292kW of power and 583nm of torque.
The Ford Ranger is built in Thailand and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Ford Ranger is the Wildtrak variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3350 kg.
The Ford Ranger may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
† 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.