Ford nailed it with new 2.2 TDCi automatic
EASY DRIVING: NOT THE FASTEST, BUT THE ENGINE AND AUTO BOX COMBO WORK WELL TOGETHER
The Ranger continues to be a trend-setter in the popular LCV market.
Okay so it took a few months after the launch of the Ford Ranger 2.2 TDCi Automatic for us to get a first drive in this bakkie. But I must say, it was worth the wait as Ford has nailed the concept of relaxed, easy shifting motoring at the right price with these new derivatives.
Is it the fastest bakkie in SA? No, but the engine and automatic gearbox combination really makes for easy driving both on road and off road. And like I say elsewhere in our motoring supplement, bakkies are becoming more and more popular as first choice family vehicles.
With the addition of the new 2.2 TDCi Automatic, the Ford Ranger boasts the most comprehensive model line-up in the light commercial vehicle (LCV) segment. A total of 36 derivatives are now available, spanning a vast range tailored to every conceivable application, from hard-core working applications right through to adventurous family lifestyles like I said.
The Ranger continues to be a trend-setter in the top-selling LCV market, as the launch of the new Single Cab 2.2 TDCi Automatic is an industry first, offering unrivalled driving convenience and ease of use. This unique model, available in XL 4x2 and XLS derivatives 4x4, is expected to find favour with commercial and fleet customers, as well as All models are sold with a four-year/120 000km comprehensive warranty, five-year/100 000km service plan (optional on Base models), three-year/unlimited km roadside assistance and five-year / unlimited corrosion warranty.
agricultural users.
This is supplemented by a choice of three versatile 2.2 TDCi Super Cab Auto models, comprising the XL 4x2, or the XLS in either 4x2 or 4x4 specification.
Four Double Cab Auto models are available, offering amongst the segment-best levels of comfort, convenience and high-tech standard equipment. feature-rich XLS exclusively offered in 4x4 guise. The all-new 2.2 TDCi Auto models match the specifications of the existing manual versions, resulting in one of the most comprehensive and competitive lineups in the bakkie market.