2016 Ford Ranger Prepares to Hit European Showrooms

The Euro-spec Ranger in facelift form is available in three body styles: Single Cab, Extra Cab, and Double Cab. Engine-wise, customers can opt between a 2.2 TDCi (130 PS or 160 PS) and a 3.2-liter TDCi with 200 PS and 470 Nm (346 pound-foot) of torque.

Cog-swapping is handled by either a 6-speed MT82 manual or a 6-speed 6R80 automatic transmission. The top-of-the-line Wildtrak model is the only 2016 Ford Ranger variant that comes with 4x4 as standard. If efficiency is what you’re after, the 160 PS model is the one you’re looking for. The combined fuel economy for this engine option coupled to a 4x4 system is 6.5 liters per 100 kilometers, which translates to 36.1 mpg US and 43.4 mpg UK.

Other than the redesigned front fascia, the 2016 Ford Ranger is better than its predecessor on the technological front. With the addition of the SYNC 2 8-inch infotainment system, the Ranger prides itself on one of the best infotainments in the business.

Too bad SYNC 3 isn't available in Europe yet. For greater convenience, the Ranger can be equipped with an array of driving assistance technologies such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Traffic Sign Recognition, a rearview camera, and so forth.

For those who are interested in finding the Ranger model that is most capable as a workhorse, look no further than the 2.2-liter TDCi 160 PS 4x4 XL Single Cab. With the increasing number of caravans and trailer boats on the road today, this model is suited for any job thanks to a maximum towable mass of 3,000 kg (6,613 lbs) and a maximum gross payload of 1,267 kg (2,793 lbs).