Ford Ranger IV
The Ford Ranger IV (2011–2023): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 1 version in the European Union.
Model codes: T6 · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,120–5,544 mm Traficom | 5,360 mm TC |
| Width | 1,805–1,867 mm Traficom | 1,860 mm TC |
| Height | 1,795–1,873 mm Traficom | 1,810 mm TC |
| Wheelbase | 3,220 mm ASTRA | 3,220 mm TC |
| Front track | 1,560–1,590 mm ASTRA | 1,560 mm TC |
| Rear track | 1,560–1,590 mm ASTRA | 1,560 mm TC |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,974–2,014 kg TC |
| Mass in running order | 1,939–2,314 kg Traficom | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,995–3,270 kg Traficom | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,730–3,000 kg Traficom | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg Traficom | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 2–5 Traficom | – |
| Doors | 4 Traficom | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 175–180 km/h Traficom | – |
| Torque | 315–500 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 255/70R16, 265/60R18, 265/65R17
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2019–2023: ★★★★☆
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | 88.4% (88.1–88.7) | 92.2% | 40,804 |
| 4–5 years | 85.3% (85.1–85.6) | 91.0% | 77,119 |
| 6–8 years | 80.4% (80.1–80.7) | 86.4% | 80,290 |
| 9–12 years | 73.0% (72.5–73.5) | 77.9% | 30,929 |
| 13 years and older | 66.1% (63.6–68.6) | 69.2% | 1,393 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 19.2% | 25.9% |
| Brakes | 18.7% | 18.3% |
| Suspension | 14.2% | 10.3% |
| Lights and electrics | 13.4% | 7.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 7.6% | 3.0% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 6.0% | 6.6% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
569 complaints for model years 2019–2023. 28 crashes · 7 fires · 121 injuries
- Transmission and drivetrain 216
- Electrical system 66
- Engine 65
- Brakes 47
- Suspension 23
- Lights 22
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
The Ford Ranger IV’s 1 version
European Union 1 version
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 2.0 L | Diesel | 109 g/km | 28 |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.