Wade Ford Exclusive: The Ford Ranger Returns for 2019

The popular Ford Ranger is back and better than ever thanks to a bold design and excellent features. If you loved the Ranger before, check out some of the great interior and exterior features this midsize pickup truck now offers so you can see why it's the perfect vehicle for you once again. Outstanding Exterior Style On the outside, the 2019 Ford Ranger offers an athletic shape that perfectly blends function and style. Not only do the rounded wheel arches and wide grille look sharp, but they also add to the aerodynamics of the truck. Additionally, you'll enjoy the convenience of standard automatic headlights, daytime running lights, tinted glass, and side mirrors with an integrated spotter mirror. As you go up in trim levels, you'll also find available features that include fog lamps, heated side mirrors with built-in turn signal indicators and security approach lights, and a power-locking tailgate. more Impressive Performance When you're ready to hit the road, the 2019 Ranger comes with a 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine that works with a 10-speed automatic transmission to generate 270 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. Not only does this powerful engine provide a thrilling ride, but it can also help you bring along all the gear you need for your next adventure. The Ranger offers a maximum payload capacity of 1,860 pounds. Additionally, when properly equipped, it can tow up to 7,500 pounds. Comfortable Interior When you climb inside the Ford Ranger, you'll see that the outstanding style from the outside continues into the cabin. Choose the SuperCab to have seating for up to four people, or opt for the SuperCrew model to enjoy seating for up to five. The spacious four-door SuperCrew models also offer the convenience of a flip-up rear bench with storage under the seat. For your comfort, the Ranger is available with dual-zone automatic climate control, leather-trimmed seats, and heated front seats. Great Technology When you're looking to enjoy some of the latest technology, you'll find it inside the all-new Ford Ranger. The infotainment system comes with voice-activated communications and available with SYNC 3, which features an 8-inch touch-screen display, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Thanks to the available SYNC 3 AppLink, you can also bring the power of Alexa into your Ranger to access traffic information, voice navigation, and over 50,000 other skills. Or use SYNC 3 AppLink to make your next road trip even easier with the Waze navigation app. Top Safety Features In addition to excellent technology in the infotainment system, the 2019 Ford Ranger also offers plenty of advanced safety features. The Ranger comes standard with a rearview camera and pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking. Additionally, the truck is available with a forward and reverse sensing system, Lane Keep Assist, blind spot information system with cross traffic alert, automatic high beams, and adaptive cruise control. These are only a few of the great features you'll find inside the 2019 Ford Ranger. To discover all of them for yourself, you need to get behind the wheel of one today. Image via F.D. Richards | Licensed by CC BY-SA 2.0

The upcoming 2019 model isn't completely new, and so it won't be the first time we have seen the Ford Ranger. 2011 marked the pickup truck's brief end, with Ford only now resuming production in the form of the 2019 Ford Ranger. Here’s a few fun facts about the Ford Ranger when it first came out. more 1983 Ford Ranger The Ford Ranger made its first appearance as a 1983 model, when the market for small pickup trucks was dominated primarily by brands from Japan, such as Mazda. The two-wheel drive Ranger came out mid-1982, while the four-wheel-drive version was released in fall. As you might expect in an older model, the horsepower and torque of the Ford Ranger weren’t much to look at by today’s standards. It had a 2.3L 4cyl engine that gave 80 horsepower. There were 4 trims for this pickup truck; base, XL, XLS, and XLT. If you had driven a Ford Ranger back then, you’d only have 2 options for wheelbase and bed; a 108-inch wheelbase truck with a 6-foot bed, or a 114-inch wheelbase truck that had a 7-foot bed. There were actually three transmission options; the standard was a 4-speed manual transmission. The other two optional transmissions were a 5-speed manual or a 3-speed automatic. The 1983 4x4 Ford Ranger could haul 1,600 pounds, which actually wasn’t too shabby. Read More: Wade Ford Exclusive: The Ford Ranger Returns for 2019 2019 Ford Ranger Release Date Looking back, it’s strange to see how far the Ford Ranger has come, especially in the 2019 version, which boasts of 7,500 pounds of towing and 310 lb.-ft. of torque. If you are curious about this upcoming vehicle, be sure to keep an eye on our blog, where we share what we know about the Ford lineup. While we don’t know the specific release date of the 2019 Ford Ranger, we do expect to see it sometime early 2019, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled for this exciting pickup truck!

Long story short? Yes, the 2019 Ford Ranger can be driven off-road. But there is so much more to it than just a simple yes or no answer on how this vehicle holds up when off-road. Check out some of the technologies and features that make this vehicle a prime choice for any off-road enthusiasts, or anyone who is looking for a sturdy midsized pickup truck. more FX4 Off-Road Package The FX4 Off-Road Package has a variety of features that help the 2019 Ford Ranger in its off-roading endeavors. While getting scratches on an off-road vehicle can seem pretty much inevitable, it can be extremely frustrating and sometimes even dangerous for the undercarriage of the truck to get damaged. That’s why the Ford Ranger has bash and skid plates in this off-road package. These features can potentially help keep your vehicle from getting damaged. To help with traction, you’ll have off-road tires with a unique tread pattern. This is paired with a screen that helps you keep an eye on the pitch, roll, and steering angle of the Ranger. Check it out: What are the 2019 Ford Ranger Color Options? Off-road Driver-Assist Technologies Electronic Locking Rear-Differential: If you are constantly finding yourself in areas that may not have the best traction, then the Electronic Locking Rear-Deferential can help with that. This feature helps when you are driving at low speeds on low-traction surfaces. This includes slippery or steep ramps as well as muddy, snowy, or sandy surfaces. Trail Control ™: Cruise control, brought to your off-roading expeditions. This is an optional technology feature that allows the user to have a consistent speed between one and twenty miles per hour. Terrain Management System ™: This feature brings four different driving modes to you; Mud Ruts, Grass/Gravel/Snow, Sand, and Normal. Other Driver-Assist Technologies There are other driver-assist technologies in this vehicle that are more suited for situations that aren’t off-road. These include things like the Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection, Adaptive Cruise Control, and a Lane-Keeping System. Again, these are more for when you are driving on the road. Still, they have the potential to be very helpful as you navigate roads to and from your off-road destinations. We are extremely excited about the upcoming 2019 Ford Ranger! We’ll be posting what we know on our blog, so be sure to keep an eye out for other information on this vehicle. If you have any further questions then please don’t hesitate to contact us! Our team of experts would love to help you.