It's True! My 2025 Ranger built 2/26 has the NEW 2.3 with dual injection and new turbo!

[Scooter]

Oh. good to know. Thought I would get a 2024 for the extra electrical socket in bed.

That is fairly significant the new fueling.

Has the Architecture of the motor changed.

Coming from a 2011 2.3L standard tranny, roll up windows.

I have said this before. The Ford Pinto had a 2.3L. The seed had been planted. Thank You Mazda for the head.

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[Scooter]

I am about to order a 2025 XLT. Are there any issues with the new architecture 2.3L. Some say it has not been out long enough to show reliability.

I found some specs and info:

• Bore and stroke is now 84mm x 102mm while the S550 was 87.5mm x 94mm: pistons, rods, and camshafts are all newly designed due to this big change
• Compression ratio is up to 10.4:1 from 9.5:1
• Uses port and direct injection instead of just direct injection
• Still uses a semi-open deck
• The turbo is smaller, but supposedly more efficient (still a twin scroll design with electronically-controlled IWG actuator)
• The air induction box is a new unique design made specifically for the turbo application

Seemed to be a cylinder head seal issue on previous 2.3L Engines., causing warped head and cylinder block to crack. It sounds like these issues happen on modified motors and thrashing on them. With the Ranger the motor is detuned. I do not plan to tow a heavy trailer. Not pushing the motor near its limit.

I am not sure an engine cover is offered on the new motor. Its just a good idea not to put one on, so the heat dissipates easier. Plus the 2.3L in the ranger has lot's of aircspace around the motor compared to the 2.7L

I have a 4G with the Aluminum Mazda head and cast iron block. Not super high mileage but the motor has been reliable.

 

[Blowndodge]

I am about to order a 2025 XLT. Are there any issues with the new architecture 2.3L. Some say it has not been out long enough to show reliability.

I found some specs and info:

• Bore and stroke is now 84mm x 102mm while the S550 was 87.5mm x 94mm: pistons, rods, and camshafts are all newly designed due to this big change
• Compression ratio is up to 10.4:1 from 9.5:1
• Uses port and direct injection instead of just direct injection
• Still uses a semi-open deck
• The turbo is smaller, but supposedly more efficient (still a twin scroll design with electronically-controlled IWG actuator)
• The air induction box is a new unique design made specifically for the turbo application

Seemed to be a cylinder head seal issue on previous 2.3L Engines., causing warped head and cylinder block to crack. It sounds like these issues happen on modified motors and thrashing on them. With the Ranger the motor is detuned. I do not plan to tow a heavy trailer. Not pushing the motor near its limit.



I have a 4G with the Aluminum Mazda head and cast iron block. Not super high mileage but the motor has been reliable.

From Ford's website the 2024 ranger 2.3 is NOT 9.5 but 10.0. That alone discounts the rest of the amazing upgrades as substantial.

 

[Scooter]

Does the I 4 have forged inners.

An article from ford authority. Ford was selling a short block in 2021.

The Ford 2.3L EcoBeast I-4 short block utilizes a Focus RS block, but adds forged internals for greater strength and power potential. Those upgrades include a Callies crankshaft that’s been cryogenic stress relieved with an added keyway, which weighs nine pounds less than the stock crank, as well as Callies Compstar H-beam connecting rods, ARP2000 rod bolts, and Mahle forged 2618 pistons that provide a 9.5:1 compression ratio.

 

[purdyd]

I am not sure an engine cover is offered on the new motor. Its just a good idea not to put one on, so the heat dissipates easier. Plus the 2.3L in the ranger has lot's of aircspace around the motor compared to the 2.7L

The room around the 2.3l and lack of plastic cover really sold me on that engine.

I can’t speak to the differences between the 2024 and 2025.

from Wikipedia

The compression ratio is increased to 10.634:1. Valve diameter and lift are increased, with intake and exhaust valve diameters of 34 mm (1.3 in) and 28.9 mm (1.14 in) respectively, and both valve types lifting up to 9 mm (0.35 in). It now features the Modular Power Cylinder (MPC) architecture, which involves upgrades such as port injection alongside the existing direct injection, a smaller twin-scroll turbocharger with an electronic wastegate, internal exhaust gas recirculation piping, and an integrated airbox in longitudinal applications.[71][72] It is built at Ford's Cleveland Engine Plant in Ohio.

 

[Scooter]

I have been trying to find out if the 2025 2.3L Eco Boost MPC has Forged components.
From the little info I have found the Crank seems to be Forged.

Here's a kit to rebuild it in a Performance Build.

It says it comes with a Forged Crank. Still not sure if this is true.

The build said:



Light Weight and Optimized EcoBoost 2.3L Crankshaft Features
The standard Ford EcoBoost 2.3L Forged Crankshaft is optimized for maximum performance and excellent engine response. The standard crankshaft is carefully processed and machined including the removal of the balance shaft drive gear and associated hub. Comprehensive machining of journal arms and other strategic areas of the crankshaft provides additional lightness. Once all machining is completed, the component is processed with various surface treatments to reduce stress producing a part with a refined and superior surface. Optional keyed snout for ease of assembly. This crank is perfect for high-power builds in both the Focus RS, Mustang EcoBoost.

2.3L MPC from Wikipedia

An updated version of the 2.3L engine debuted in the 2024 Ford Mustang. It has different cylinder dimensions to the previous version, with bore decreased to 84 mm (3.31 in) and the stroke increased to 102 mm (4.02 in), which comes out to nearly the exact same displacement of 2.3 L (2,261 cc; 138 cu in). The compression ratio is increased to 10.634:1. Valve diameter and lift are increased, with intake and exhaust valve diameters of 34 mm (1.3 in) and 28.9 mm (1.14 in) respectively, and both valve types lifting up to 9 mm (0.35 in). It now features the Modular Power Cylinder (MPC) architecture, which involves upgrades such as port injection alongside the existing direct injection, a smaller twin-scroll turbocharger with an electronic wastegate, internal exhaust gas recirculation piping, and an integrated airbox in longitudinal applications.[71][72] It is built at Ford's Cleveland Engine Plant in Ohio.

 

[Scooter]

This diagram says the Mustang has Forged Rods and Crank. not sure this is the 2025 2.3L MPC motor

 

[Scooter]

I found a picture of the alternator location.

 

[Scooter]

Thanks Ford for putting an Aluminum Valve Cover and Oil Pan on the 2.3L MPC.
BMW does that molding process on their Blocks.
Good to see Ford using the manufacturing process.
Molten Aluminum is forced into the Engine Block Mold. Creating better metallurgy in the casting.



I will be ordering a 2025 Ranger XLT, Marsh Gray. I put 7 options on it.
Wanted the 301A package with the power seats. Once i found out the seats have an adjustable Lumbar, just went with the 300A package,

My Options:
FX4, we can only buy the 4X4 in Canada. I wanted the Locker.
Side Step. Mainly if i put a Bed Rack on, get up high.
Connivence Pkg. Bed Light and Bed Plug
Spray in bed linear
Ford mats no carpet.
OWL tires
Sliding Back window. I figure if two people are in back seat for a long trip, it would be nice to open that.
No Running Boards. If I take it off road I want the frame sliders.

 

[Scooter]

Not too much info on the 2.3L I 4 engine.

It seems like this engine will have more Grunt then the 2024 engine.

Better torque and power curve with a minor improvement in overall peak Hp.

 

[Rangerjimm]

So I guess if we have a 25 we can say we have a stroker.

 

[Rangerjimm]

A little more info in this thread. https://www.ranger6g.com/forum/threads/the-new-2025-dual-injection-strategy.21827/

 

[Muffin1]

Hoping this engine cover from Mustang 2.3 will fit, i have no idea if it will or not but mentioned earlier in this thread that the newer version 2.3 now being used in the Ranger is the same as Mustang. Could the top accessories be different while the internals are the same??

https://www.levittownfordparts.com/...XLa86gcdvMTjWzgmcdXg8h6RY1CNH5dISrnYM-d19k4os

 

[purdyd]

Hoping this engine cover from Mustang 2.3 will fit, i have no idea if it will or not but mentioned earlier in this thread that the newer version 2.3 now being used in the Ranger is the same as Mustang. Could the top accessories be different while the internals are the same??

https://www.levittownfordparts.com/...XLa86gcdvMTjWzgmcdXg8h6RY1CNH5dISrnYM-d19k4os

why would you want that?

 

[Scooter]

Model Predictive Control MPC system improve emissions and fuel economy. Not sure how it achieves this through new equipment.

Not to do with MPC but a way of skirting the Emission standards.
I recently purchased a new motorcycle. To keep within the stricter emission regulations they increase the CC of the motor not for a Hp and torque gain, but for improved emissions.

Wow ! MPC is a very deep topic.

Here's an article on MPC ICE

Reducing emissions and improving the fuel economy of ICEs under real driving conditions are increasing challenges in the area of engine research [12–14]. The complexity of combustion phenomena combined with more stricter emission regulations and higher fuel economy demands requires more advanced engine controller. The improvement of micro controllers and the availability of online optimization methods allows the automotive industry to utilize even more advanced control methods.


Model Predictive Control of Internal Combustion Engines: A Review and Future Directions

I can see why these motors will be complicated to put a performance tune on them. I am not looking to do that.

Makes sense to go with a 2024 2.3L Mazda architecture to tune.

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