The 2020 Ford Ranger is now on our lots and while we have only been introduced to this
generation Ford Ranger for one model year so far the success of Ford’s midsize truck
took off running.
If you are not familiar with this mighty truck in a small package let’s take a closer look.
The 2020 Ranger is a lot of truck just in a smaller package.
While some may think why not just get an F-150 there are many positives to owning a Ranger,
especially if you are like a lot of truck owners out there who really only need a truck
for those few times that you really need a truck.
To elaborate the Ranger has a much smaller footprint than the full-size F-150.
This means you can get in and out of tight parking spaces and maneuver throughout the
congested city or suburban streets much easier.
This also goes for the times you are going to take the truck out on tight trails.
Sometimes smaller is better.
The smaller 2.3L Ecoboost engine in the Ranger also lends itself to better fuel economy with
EPA estimated 21 city 26 highway assisted by its 10-speed automatic transmission and
the auto start-stop features.
This engine is standard across the board on all trim levels.
The 2.3L has best in class torque ratings of 310 lb-ft. for a gasoline engine and boasts
the best in class 1,860 maximum payload rating and an impressive 7,500 lb. tow rating.
Plenty to cover light-duty homeownership and weekend warrior needs.
The Ranger is also quite comfortable even being on a smaller platform.
If you have any experience driving mid-size SUVs you will feel right at home in the Ranger.
With the Super Crew, you get four full-size doors and enough room in the back seat for
children and grandchildren to enjoy a comfortable commute.
Average full-size adults will find the back seats comfortable as well with plenty of headroom
and legroom depending on where the front seat passenger sits.
I am 5’10 and with the front seat in a comfortable driving position, I fit well enough to be
comfortable for trips around town in the back seat.
If you are not in need of the additional passenger space or only have a kid in the backseat once
in a blue moon the SuperCab offers in-cab storage over a regular cab truck and you can
even do a rear seat delete on this cab if the seats are not needed.
The SuperCrew comes with a 5-foot bed and the SuperCab comes with a 6-foot bed.
You also get nice amenities such as the SYNC 3 infotainment system that features, voice
commands, satellite radio, Apple Car Play, and Android Auto, navigation through Waze,
Amazon Alexa compatibility, FordPass connect, a Wi-Fi hotspot good for up to ten devices
and many other awesome features.
To get the most out of your audio the Lariat offers the B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen
with up to 675 watts of amplified power and 10 premium speakers.
The Ranger while great in an urban environment really hits is stride when the pavement ends.
With its high-strength steel frame, steel frame-mounted bumpers, off-road chassis components,
the Ranger is bred for adventure.
And for the serious all-terrain enthusiast, there’s the Ranger outfitted with the FX4
Off-Road Package.
Tuned off-road monotube shocks.
All-terrain tires with aggressive tread.
Traction-enhancing electronic-locking rear differential.
Exposed steel front bash plate.
Heavy-duty front skid plate.
Skid plates for the electric power-assisted steering electronic motor, transfer case,
and fuel tank, are all included on the FX4 package.
Also Included are Trail Control and the Terrain Management System with four selectable drive
modes.
Choose Normal, Grass/Gravel/Snow, Mud/Ruts or Sand.
And new for 2020 is the FX2 package and it matches the great looks of the FX4 package
with outstanding off-road performance.
The package includes FX2 body side decals, standard 17-inch Off-Road OWL tires, and available
18-inch off-road OWL tires.
It also includes an electronic-locking rear differential, plus an off-road suspension
helps keep you in command.
The 2020 Ford Ranger is a good looking truck and is further complemented by its various
appearance packages trims.
The XL can be outfitted with the STX appearance package which includes 17-inch wheels, carbon
black bumpers, fog lamps, and box decal.
The black appearance package available on the XLT and Lariat accents the ranger with
menacing blacked-out wheels, running boards, lower front fascia, grille, and mirror caps.
The Sport appearance package is available on the XLT and Lariat as well and includes
magnetic gray-colored accents on the bumpers, wheel lips, and painted aluminum wheels.
The chrome appearance package is available on all trims and chromes out the bumpers,
wheels, grille, and mirror caps.
And as the Ranger is ready for adventure as you can spec your truck to meet your hobbies
with available carriers, racks, tents and more with available dealer-installed accessories.
The current generation Ranger is the safest yet when it comes to technology as you can
outfit it with Ford’s Co-Pilot 360.
Features included are BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert and coverage for both the truck and
trailer, Lane-Keeping System, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Auto
High-Beam Headlamps, and Rear View Camera.
Ford Co-Pilot 360 comes standard on Ranger XLT and LARIAT and is optional on Ranger the
XL.
You can also connect to your Ranger through the FordPass connect app that features lock,
unlock and start features, key vehicle info and service intervals, fuel prices, parking,
and service scheduling at your local Ford dealer.
To learn more about the Ranger and to get behind the wheel you got to get to your local
Ford Dealer!
Richmond Ford is the best place to go for all things Ranger.
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