2023 Ford Ranger price and specs

The new Ford Ranger has arrived in Australia, with available V6 power, more technology, and modest price rises – ahead of the Raptor performance flagship due in August.

2023 Ford Ranger pricing and specifications
Core range on sale now; Raptor due in August
Four-cylinder or V6 diesel power; six model grades
Priced from $35,930 before on-road costs

The regular 2023 Ford Ranger ute range has arrived in Australia, ahead of the flagship Raptor due next month.

Now in Ford dealerships across the country, the new Ford Ranger is the first new model in a decade, with more technology, a bold new look, and a range of four-cylinder and V6 engines.

As reported, prices have increased by up to $2240 in the standard line-up – or $6100 for the Raptor – though most models, including the top-selling twin-turbo 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel Wildtrak, are up by less than $1100.

Ford Australia says it is holding more than 20,000 orders for the new Ranger and Everest – including at least 4000 for the Raptor – with wait times on some variants stretching up to nine months.

Six model grades of the new Ford Ranger will be offered – XL, XLS, XLT, Sport, Wildtrak and Raptor – across single-cab, extra-cab (or ‘Super Cab’) and double-cab bodies, cab-chassis or pick-up styles, four engines, two transmissions, and rear- or four-wheel drive.

Prices start from $35,930 plus on-road costs for the entry-level XL Single Cab Chassis 4×2, and rise to $85,490 for the twin-turbo petrol V6 Raptor flagship.

Powering entry-level models is a 2.0-litre single-turbo four-cylinder diesel engine developing 125kW and 405Nm, with a six-speed automatic transmission (there’s no manual), and rear- or selectable (part-time) four-wheel drive.

Mid-grade models upgrade to a familiar twin-turbo version of the 2.0-litre diesel engine, with outputs of 154kW/500Nm (down 3kW over the old Ranger), a 10-speed automatic transmission, and standard part-time four-wheel drive.

Ford Ranger XLT, Sport and Wildtrak models can be optioned with a 3.0-litre single-turbo diesel V6 for an extra $3000, developing 184kW and 600Nm, with a 10-speed automatic transmission and full-time four-wheel drive.

Sitting atop the range is the hero Ranger Raptor, powered by a new 292kW/583Nm 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol engine driving all four wheels through full-time four-wheel drive and an 10-speed automatic (full details here).

For details on payload, towing and other key figures, click here. Meanwhile, for details on fuel consumption, click here.

Standard on the entry-level, fleet-focused XL is a large 10.1-inch portrait touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an 8.0-inch digital instrument display, rear parking sensors (on the pick-up), and a full suite of advanced safety technologies.

That includes autonomous emergency braking, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and on pick-up models, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert – plus nine airbags, including one designed to prevent front occupants’ heads clashing in a side-impact crash.

The entry-level XL accounts for 11 of the available 23 model variants, and offers the most choice: a single-turbo or twin-turbo 2.0-litre diesel engine, Single, Super or Double Cab, pick-up or cab-chassis, and two- or four-wheel drive.

XL-specific features include 16-inch steel wheels, all-black front grille and vinyl flooring – with the one-rung-up XLS adding niceties like 16-inch alloys, black side steps, carpet floors, a six-speaker sound system, front parking sensors, and more.

The volume-selling XLT introduces the new diesel V6 to the range, and adds features such as rear disc brakes, LED headlights, 17-inch alloys, dual-zone climate control, built-in satellite navigation, a leather steering wheel, proximity key entry/start, and upgraded lane-keep assist and adaptive cruise control systems.

The Sport gains black exterior accents, 18-inch wheels, a power driver’s seat and leather-accented trim, while the Wildtrak scores a larger 12-inch touchscreen, unique bumpers and ‘sail plane’ sports bar, all-terrain tyres, electric heated front seats, a roller tray shutter, and more.

Features exclusive to the Raptor go beyond its hardcore appearance, engine and chassis – these include a larger 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster. matrix LED headlights, paddle shifters, full LED tail-lights and a spray-in tray liner.

A range of option packages and extras are available, upgrading technology, towing, payload and other elements of various Ranger models.

Full lists of standard features and options are included at the bottom of this story.

The core 2023 Ford Ranger line-up is in showrooms now, with the hero Raptor to arrive in August.

2023 Ford Ranger Australian pricing

Ranger XL Single Cab Chassis 2.0-litre single-turbo 4×2 – $35,930 (up $1040 over old 2.2L variant)
Ranger XL Single Cab Chassis 2.0-litre bi-turbo 4×4 – $47,030 (up $1740 over 3.2L)
Ranger XL Super Cab Chassis 2.0-litre single-turbo 4×2 – $38,430 (up $1040 over 2.2L)
Ranger XL Super Cab Chassis 2.0-litre bi-turbo 4×4 – $49,530 (up $240)
Ranger XL Super Cab Pick-Up 2.0-litre bi-turbo 4×4 – $51,430 (up $2240 over 3.2L)
Ranger XL Double Cab Chassis 2.0-litre single-turbo 4×2 – $40,430 (up $1040 over 2.2L)
Ranger XL Double Cab Chassis 2.0-litre single-turbo 4×4 – $48,030 (up $740 over 2.2L)
Ranger XL Double Cab Chassis 2.0-litre bi-turbo 4×4 – $51,530 (up $240)
Ranger XL Double Cab Pick-Up 2.0-litre single-turbo 4×2 – $42,330 (up $1540 over 2.2L)
Ranger XL Double Cab Pick-Up 2.0-litre single-turbo 4×4 – $49,930 (up $1240 over 2.2L)
Ranger XL Double Cab Pick-Up 2.0-litre bi-turbo 4×4 – $53,430 (up $740)
Ranger XLS Double Cab Pick-Up 2.0-litre bi-turbo 4×2 – $46,740 (new model)
Ranger XLS Double Cab Pick-Up 2.0-litre bi-turbo 4×4 – $54,330 (up $1840 over 3.2L)
Ranger XLT Super Cab Pick-Up 2.0-litre bi-turbo 4×4 – $59,190 (no change)
Ranger XLT Double Cab Pick-Up 2.0-litre bi-turbo 4×2 – $53,990 (up $700)
Ranger XLT Double Cab Pick-Up 2.0-litre bi-turbo 4×4 – $61,190 (no change)
Ranger XLT Double Cab Chassis 3.0-litre diesel V6 4×4 – $62,290 (new model)
Ranger XLT Double Cab Pick-Up 3.0-litre diesel V6 4×4 – $64,190 (new model)
Ranger Sport Double Cab Pick-Up 2.0-litre bi-turbo 4×4 – $63,690 (new model)
Ranger Sport Double Cab Pick-Up 3.0-litre diesel V6 4×4 – $66,690 (new model)
Ranger Wildtrak Double Cab Pick-Up 2.0-litre bi-turbo 4×4 – $67,190 (up $1100)
Ranger Wildtrak Double Cab Pick-Up 3.0-litre diesel V6 4×4 – $70,190 (new model)
Ranger Raptor Double Cab Pick-Up 3.0-litre EcoBoost petrol V6 4×4 – $85,490 (up $6100)

Note: All prices above exclude on-road costs. Care has been taken in publishing accurate pricing – however be sure to check with a Ford dealer for the latest, final prices.

2022 Ford Ranger XL standard features include:

2.0-litre single-turbo diesel as standard, 2.0-litre bi-turbo optional
Choice of single, super or double cab, with 4×2 or 4×4
Conventional gear shifter
Front disc and rear drum brakes
Locking rear differential (4×4 only; optional on 4×2)
Steel underbody protection (4×4 only)
Trailer tow body wiring (with tow bar as an option)
Halogen headlights with halogen daytime-running lights
LED tail-lights (pick-up) or halogen tail-lights (cab chassis)
Black front grille
16-inch steel wheels with all-season tyres, steel spare
Fabric seat upholstery in ‘Ebony’
Vinyl floor covering
Single-zone climate control
10.1-inch Sync 4 infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
8.0-inch digital instrument display
Reversing camera (pick-up only)
Rear parking sensors (pick-up only)
Embedded modem with FordPass app connectivity
Eight-way driver and four-way passenger manually-adjustable seats
Power rear windows (double cab only)
Tilt and telescopic steering column (height and reach adjustment)
Cargo box highlights in the pick-up include:
- Load rest provides additional securing points at the front of the load box
- Box capping to protect the sheet metal on the box with integrated fixing points
- Integrated rear load box access step behind rear wheel for easy side access to the load box
- Tailgate with lift assist (struts)
Nine airbags with front knee and front centre airbags
Autonomous emergency braking
Lane-keep assist with road edge detection
Lane departure warning
Adaptive cruise control
Blind-spot monitoring (pick-up only, with trailer coverage when Tow Pack is fitted)
Rear cross-traffic alert (pick-up only)

2022 Ford Ranger XLS adds (over XL):

Standard 2.0-litre bi-turbo engine, with 4×2 or 4×4
Double cab pick-up body only
Drive mode selector
16-inch ‘Dark Sparkle Silver’ alloy wheels with 16-inch steel spare
Black front grille with silver accents
Halogen front fog lights
Black side steps
Power tailgate lock (pick-up only)
Carpet flooring
Driver floor mat
Six-speaker sound system
Front parking sensors

2022 Ford Ranger XLT adds (over XLS):

2.0-litre bi-turbo engine standard, 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 optional
Choice of 4×2 or 4×4, super or double cab, and pick-up or cab chassis (depending on variant)
Rear disc brakes
Electronic parking brake
Electronic shift lever (V6 only)
Tow bar
Locking rear axle (for 4×2 models; already standard on 4x4s)
LED headlights with C-shaped LED daytime-running lights
17-inch alloy wheels in Dark Sparkle Silver (with all-season tyres, 17-inch steel spare)
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter
Keyless (proximity) entry and start
Dual-zone climate control
Built-in satellite navigation
Digital radio
Voice assistant
Upgraded adaptive cruise control with stop and go
Lane centring assist
Chrome grille bar
Body-coloured mirrors and door handles
Further rear cargo area additions on pick-up models include:
- Black sports bar
- Rear box illumination
- 12-volt socket in the tray
- Bed liner (or spray-in bed liner on Super Cab models
Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
Rain-sensing wipers

2022 Ford Ranger Sport adds (over XLT):

Option of 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 (standard 2.0-litre bi-turbo)
Dual-cab pick-up body and 4×4 as standard
Rotary drive mode selector (with Sand and Mud/Ruts mode as standard)
Darkened grille and exterior accents
18-inch alloy wheels with machined face, Asphalt Black accents, and all-season tyres
Black leather-accented seats with ‘SPORT’ embossing
Eight-way electric driver and six-way manual passenger seats
Wireless phone charging
Off-road screen
LED front fog lights
Two front tow hooks (up from one)
Skid plate
Two floor mats

2022 Ford Ranger Wildtrak adds (over Sport):

Option of 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 (standard 2.0-litre bi-turbo)
Dual-cab pick-up body and 4×4 as standard
Unique front fascia with grey vertical bars
12-inch infotainment touchscreen
Eight-way electric front seats
Unique leather-accented upholstery with orange stitching
Heated front seats
18-inch Boulder Grey alloy wheels (with matching alloy spare)
All-terrain Goodyear Wrangler tyres
Integrated trailer brake controller
Unique moulded ‘sail plane’ sports bar
Tray cargo management system
Power roller tray shutter
Ambient interior lighting
Side mirrors with puddle light projection and zone lighting
Roof rails
Aluminium tie-down rails along the tray
Pull-out cup holders
Automatic parking

2022 Ford Ranger Raptor adds (over Wildtrak):

The Raptor loses features from the Wildtrak – the sports bar, power roller shutter, cargo management system, roof rails, tray tie down rails and integrated rear access step – but adds:

3.0-litre twin-turbo petrol V6 with 10-speed automatic
Active sports exhaust
Fox Racing live valve suspension (2.5-inch)
Watts link coil spring rear suspension
Electronic locking front differential
17-inch alloy wheels with BFGoodrich KO2 all-terrain tyres (285/70R17)
Matrix LED headlights with auto levelling
Full LED tail-lights
Unique LED front fog lights
Raptor exterior styling (with ‘FORD’ grille)
2.3mm-thick steel front bash plate
Unique dual front tow hooks
Spray-in bed liner
12.4-inch digital instrument cluster
Paddle shifters
Selectable drive modes (Normal, Sport, Slippery, Mud/Ruts, Sand, Baja and Rock Crawl)
Ford Performance sports seats with Raptor logos, Code Orange stitching

Optional off-road wheel, tyre and protection packages available include:

XL and XLS 4×2 Off-Road Pack, $1150 (rear differential lock, steel underbody protection, 17-inch steel wheels with all-terrain tyres)
XLT 4×2 Off-Road Pack, $650 (steel underbody protection, 17-inch steel wheels with all-terrain tyres)
XL 17-inch Steel Wheel Pack, $750 (for XL 4×4 only, adds 17-inch steel wheels, all-terrain tyres, 17-inch steel spare)
XLS 17-inch Alloy Wheel Pack, $750 (for XLS 4×4 only, adds 17-inch alloy wheels, all-terrain tyres, 17-inch steel spare)
XLT 17-inch All-Terrain Tyre Pack, $500 (for XLT 4×4 only, adds all-terrain tyres, including spare)
Sport 18-inch All-Terrain Tyre Pack, $500 (for Sport 4×4 only, adds all-terrain tyres, including spare)

The Raptor can be optioned with 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels (with matching spare) for $2000, with forged ‘dress rings’ for appearance purposes. Customers must purchase beadlock ring kits for an additional $4997, to use the beadlocking capability.

Optional technology packages include:

XLS Tech Pack, for 4×2 and 4×4 models, $750 (adds built-in sat nav, digital radio, dual-zone climate control, proximity key entry, push-button start, second-row air vents, and body-coloured door handles)
Wildtrak Premium Pack, $1500 (adds six overhead auxiliary switches, matrix LED headlights, full LED tail-lights, and a 10-speaker B&O sound system)
Touring Pack, for XLT and Sport 4×4, $900 (adds integrated brake controller, 360-degree camera, zone lighting, puddle light projection)
Towing Pack, for XL and XLS, $1700 (adds integrated trailer brake controller, and a tow bar)

Standalone options include:

Raptor decals ($500)
XL 4×2/4×4 heavy-duty suspension ($500)
XLT 4×2 integrated towing brake controller ($500)
Spray-in bedliner, for XL ($900), XLS ($900), XLT ($400) or Sport ($400) pick-ups
Prestige paint ($675)
Open-style wheel centre cap kit for XL (replacement centre caps for steel wheels allowing fitment of wheel nut indicators), $20

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