Ford Ranger T6 Facelifted Version Unveiled in Malaysia: Price Starts from RM91.5K

Kuala Lumpur: The facelifted version of Ford Ranger T6 has been unveiled in Malaysia in six variants - 2.2L and 3.2L. The 2.2L range starts with the baseline 2.2 XL manual followed by 2.2L XLT in manual/auto modes. The 3.2L range of facelifted Ford Ranger T6 includes 3.2L XLT in manual/auto mode and the 3.2L Wildtrak.

The refreshed pick-up comes with three Duratorq TDCi engine options. The P5AT 3.2 litre five-cylinder Duratorq TDCi engine produces 197 hp at 3,000 rpm and 470 Nm of torque at 1,750 to 2,500 rpm. It is facelifted with an EGR system for better efficiency. The ZSD-422 2.2 litre four-cylinder Duratorq TDCi engine now produces more power - 158 hp at 3,200 rpm and 385 Nm of torque at 1,600 to 2,600 rpm compared to 148 hp and 375 Nm of torque produced by the pre-facelift version. The revised ZSD-422 2.2 XL now produces 129 hp – 6 hp more than the outgoing unit - but Malaysia still continues on with the previous one that produces 123 hp of power and 370 Nm of torque. While the transmission of facelifted Ford Ranger T6 remains unchanged with 6R80 six-speed auto and MT82 six-speed manual mode, it gets electric power steering – thus becoming the first in the segment.

In terms of exterior, the facelifted Ford Ranger T6 now features a bold, chrome trapezoidal grille that looks pretty similar to the F-150 Raptor's in shape. It also gets brand new headlamps and bonnet with powerdrome strakes adorning the panel. In the interior, the curvy dashboard has been replaced by the edgier design highlighting horizontal lines. Also, there is a new steering wheel. The range topper 3.2L Wildtrack version of revamped Ford Ranger T6 features an 8-inch touchscreen and SYNC2 infotainment with the dual-TFT instrument cluster that gives all kind of information to the driver including navigation to climate control.

All variants of facelifted Ford Ranger T6 features standard safety kit that features ABS, EBD, electronic stability control, Isofix mounting points, two airbags in addition to Hill Descent Control, Hill Launch Assist, Roll Over Mitigation and Load Adaptive Control.

The exterior of the baseline 2.2XL features a black front grille, non-auto halogen headlamps, fabric seats, a bedliner and side steps as standard. The interior gets a urethane steering wheel, two-way manual adjustable front seats and a four-speaker single CD player audio system. The variant is available in three colours: Cool White, Metropolitan Grey and Aluminium Metallic.

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The 2.2XLT version features auto halogen headlamps,auto rains sensing wiper, manual climate control, an electrochromic rearview mirror, leather steering wheel, four-way manual adjustment driver's seat and SYNC with a 4.2-inch colour display and six-speaker audio system. This version comes with two additional colours: Aurora Blue and Black Mica on top of Cool White, Metropolitan Grey and Aluminium Metallic.

The equipment level of the 3.2XLT version is similar to that offered on 2.2 XLT. Hence, it gets dual airbags, SYNC with a 4.2-inch screen. Except Aurora Blue, the 3.2XLT version is available in all four colours, mentioned above.

The front end of 3.2L Wildtrack version looks similar to the other facelifted variants. Its grille and bumper extension features dark metallic grey paint with the faux skid plate having a silver finishing. The wing mirrors, side air vents door handles, bed rails and tails light internals of 3.2L Wildtrack version are also painted in grey. The pickup will be available in only colours: Cool White and the ‘Hero' orange hue.

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The 3.2L Wildtrack is the only Ranger that comes with SYNC2 eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system, dual-TFT LCD instrument cluster and a 230-volt inverter socket to charge laptops, mobile etc. It also features an eight-way power adjustable driver's seat, cooled console box, dual-zone climate control, rearview camera and black-and-orange wildtrak fabric seats with leather inserts, complete with orange stitching. Interestingly, Wildtrack 3.2L is the only model in its range having new plastic steps. The facelifted pick-up also makes an impression with its driver assist electronic aid count and advanced safety features including dual front, side and curtain airbags, Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Alert and Lane Departure Warning and Assist.

Here is the price list (on road price without insurance) of all variants of facelifted Ford Ranger T6.

1. Ranger 2.2 XL - RM 91,588
2. 2.2 XLT Manual - RM101,388
3. 2.2 XLT Auto - RM108,788
4. 3.2L XLT Manual -RM110,888
5. 3.2L XLT Auto - RM118,388
6. 3.2L Wildtrak - RM132,188

All variants of facelifted Ford Rager T6 will be available nationwide in local Ford showrooms from tomorrow.

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