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| 270-315 | Horsepower (hp) | 270 |
| 7500 | Towing (lbs) | 7500 |
| 12 | Screen Size (in) | 8 |
The 2024 Ford Ranger represents a shift in the midsize pickup market, one that should have all competitors worried and all pickup truck aficionados excited. It’s a redesigned model, signaling a new, aggressive shift for the Ranger. The Ranger reentered the marketplace in 2019, closely resembling the Ranger sold overseas since 2011, and customers were happy with its capability and performance. The new 2024 model, though, has the Ranger striking out in an exciting direction that makes the driving experience go from enjoyable to unforgettable.
For anyone driving around New York, you’ll want a powerful vehicle like the Ranger. New York is a gorgeous state, but it’s also large; that means plenty of driving is on the menu if you plan to traverse it. This goes double if you’re driving for work, perhaps hauling or towing all around the state. If so, you want a ride that can tow and haul with ease, where you don’t constantly feel like you’re dragging. The 2024 Ranger will be just that. It can be beneficial to compare this new model to the 2023 Ranger so that you can see just how much it’s evolved in the course of a year. The 2023 model is still a good truck, mind you, but the 2024 Ranger is an exciting step forward for this midsize pickup. Let’s take a look at the 2024 Ford Ranger vs 2023 Ford Ranger.
Pickup trucks are made to perform. Sure, they can be incredibly stylish and strike an intimidating stance when they’re on the road. But their number one purpose? Getting work done and getting it done well. That’s why every pickup driver wants a powerful engine so that they can tow and haul with a sense of security. Horsepower and torque are always important to our customers, but they’re doubly important to truck drivers.
A pickup truck needs to be able to accelerate fast even if it has a heavy trailer hitched to it; solid horsepower and torque will help it achieve that goal. If you can’t accelerate well when you’re towing, then we’d say you can’t really tow. It’s not just a performance issue, either; it’s a safety issue. Any pickup truck that tows has to be able to shine. You can expect nothing less from the 2024 Ford Ranger.
The redesigned 2024 Ford Ranger arrives with a 2.3L turbocharged engine in its base trim, the same as the 2023 model. However, you can upgrade to a new 2.7L turbocharged V6 engine that cranks things up to 315 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. These are outstanding numbers that will make certain your ride is smooth. Any passenger on your Ranger will be shocked at how gentle the ride is even when you have thousands of pounds attached to the back of your pickup truck. And acceleration? That won’t be a problem, no matter what’s attached to the back.
The great engines available are what give the 2024 Ranger its enviable capability. With this midsize truck, you can tow 7,500 lbs, which is 3,300 lbs more than the Ranger itself weighs. That’s right, this midsize model can tow itself and then some. When it comes to payload, the bed can handle a lot of work: you can stow 1,805 lbs of materials. You won’t have to make multiple trips if you own this pickup truck. You’ll be saving time and gas.
By comparison, the 2023 Ford Ranger does suffer a bit. It’s to be expected as it’s competing against an updated version of itself. First, though, the good news: the 2023 Ford Ranger can still tow 7,500 lbs. You’ll be able to get the job done if you’re driving this model, no question about it. The standard engine also offers the same 270 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque, although there is no more powerful engine option available. Those numbers are still solid, and you’ll have a smooth enough journey, but it’s not going to be the same as a 2024 Ranger with the V6.
The 2024 Ford Ranger comes with some exceptional technology. It’s more than up-to-date: it’s setting the standard for the future. One of its most exciting features is SYNC 4A. This voice-activated infotainment tech is basically your personal assistant. If you ask it to start your favorite playlist, the tunes will immediately fill your truck. If you ask it to reroute you because you want to avoid a certain road but still reach the same destination, then it’ll have you covered.
If you plan to do some off-roading, then you’ll be thrilled with the Ranger’s terrain management system. This system adapts to the type of conditions you plan to traverse. It can adjust power delivery, torque bias, and more. If you’re going to be barreling through some snow, for example, it will adjust the truck appropriately. Ditto for sand, mud, and slippery conditions. No land will be unconquerable in the Ranger.
The new Ranger also has updated infotainment hardware, starting with a standard 10.1-inch touchscreen. You’ll have access to Android Auto and Apple CarPlay so that you can sync your devices. And you won’t be worried about your devices losing power if you’re on the road for a while since this pickup comes with wireless charging.
The 2023 Ford Ranger does not come with all these tech features, which is understandable, as nothing evolves faster than technology. A year and a redesign can make a world of difference. The 2023 model has many of the same infotainment features, but the infotainment displays are smaller, measuring eight inches at the largest. It has an optional integrated navigation system, but it uses the older SYNC 3 technology. It does have good terrain management, but it doesn’t come with the same terrain management system that makes the 2024 model so versatile.
The 2024 Ford Ranger looks more aggressive this year. It provides more ground clearance to help you with the off-roading that the Ranger will have you excited to do. It’s also wider and provides more passenger space since the SuperCrew cab is now standard. Combine those facts with its freshly designed grille, and it’s no wonder the 2024 Ford Ranger creates quite the impression when it’s on the road. You won’t go unnoticed when you’re driving a vehicle this sturdy.
The bed is updated to be as effective as possible for the modern worker. It now provides 400 watts of electricity, so you don’t have to search for an outlet when you’re in a remote area. Speaking of a remote location, the bed also features a lighting system that can illuminate the surrounding area so that you can work or set up camp even when it’s pitch black outside. Thanks to its integrated bed step, even the bed itself is specially designed for ease. Trailering is now more technologically friendly in the 2024 Ranger. When you’re reversing, a 360-degree camera will be on hand to help you along with Pro Trailer Backup Assist, which gives you more control over your trailer. When Ford redesigned the Ranger, it put trailer and bed usability at the top of its list.
The 2023 Ford Ranger is not as large and spacious as the newer model. It still creates an intimidating aura, make no mistake, but its measurements are not as expansive. Ground clearance, for example, is below nine inches, and the truck is a few inches narrower. The SuperCrew cab is not standard on the 2023 model, so you will have far less room inside if you purchase the base 2023 Ranger. The suspension is still solid, and it has great shocks, along with a smartly designed bed that allows you to maximize space, so you definitely have a well-crafted pickup truck on your hands. But naturally, it’ll keep coming in just below the newest model.
Now that you’ve seen just how much the Ford Ranger has grown for 2024, it’s time for you to get behind the wheel of one to give it a test drive. You’ll want to do that soon as it’s going to be a fast-selling vehicle. Ford is already famed for its pickup trucks, and this redesign has only added to the excitement.
The best place to purchase your 2024 Ford Ranger is here at DePaula Ford. We’ve been serving the Albany area for years and have built up a strong customer base that has become like family to us. Our outstanding customer service, transparent pricing, and excellent parts and service department have earned us not just accolades but lifelong customers.
If you need a truck for work so you can be the best on your team, or if you need a truck for outbacking so you can be the one driving your friends and family on trips, the 2024 Ford Ranger is an absolute must-buy model. Come on down to DePaula Ford and experience for yourself what it’s like to be behind the wheel of such a powerful, capable, and intimidating pickup truck. We are positive you’ll be awed.
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