Ford Australia has released a brand-new Platinum trim for the Ranger that ports in between the Wildtrack and the Raptor with even more costs looks and features. Much like the closely-related Ford Everest Platinum SUV, the pickup has rather charitable conventional equipment and is solely provided with the 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel.
The new trim is visually identified by the one-of-a-kind chrome-infused grille, the Platinum lettering on the hood, the conventional Matrix LED headlights, the 20-inch alloy wheels, the silk chrome accents, and the version-specific Equinox Bronze exterior shade that is readily available as an option. There are likewise a few functionality traits like Ford’s brand-new Flexible Rack System featuring folding roofing system racks as well as a patented sliding tons rack, a power roller shutter, and also a damped tailgate with gas struts.
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Inside, we locate lots of premium features for the sector, including the quilted leather furniture, the artificial timber accents on the control panel, the heated guiding wheel, as well as the heated and ventilated front seats with 10-way power changes and also memory features for the chauffeur.
The dashboard has a shut rack as well as upper glovebox, distinguishing from lesser Ford Ranger cuts. Furthermore, the Platinum emblem can be located on the glovebox, seats, as well as flooring mats. In regards to technology, the 12.4-inch electronic tool cluster as well as the 12-inch touchscreen for the infomercial are also standard, together with a B&O premium stereo.
The pick-up is exclusively used with the 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel producing 247 hp (184 kW/ 250 PS) and 600 Nm (443 lb-ft) of torque. Power is transmitted to all 4 wheels with the 10-speed automatic gearbox and Ford’s electronically controlled full-time 4WD system.
The 2023 Ford Ranger Platinum is available to purchase in Australia valued at AU $76,990 (United States $51,927) full-spec, with the very first distribution anticipated in May 2023. This indicates it is AU $5,800 (United States $3,992) much more expensive than the Ranger Wildtrack with the very same engine/gearbox mix. Still, the Ranger Platinum is AU $9,800 (United States $6,610) less expensive than the tough Raptor front runner which includes a much more effective twin-turbo V6 as well as heavy-duty suspension.