Ford has confirmed what many in the car industry already suspected — a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of the popular Ranger ute is in development.
However, prospective buyers might want to hold off on placing orders. Deliveries aren’t expected to begin here until late 2024 or early 2025, and more specific details remain under wraps. By that time, at least four other electrified utes would have made their debut, including the electric LDV T60, mild hybrid Ram 1500, Toyota Hilux, and the anticipated plug-in hybrid and subsequent BEV BYD ute.
The new model will utilise the 2.3-litre turbocharged petrol engine, already seen in Rangers and Volkswagen Amaroks overseas. This engine, on its own, generates 222kW and 452Nm. When paired with an electric motor, Ford hinted that it might offer more torque than any other Ranger available – implying figures exceeding the 600Nm offered by the V6 turbo-diesel variant.
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