Ford Ranger to be Built and Sold Domestically in China

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Ford Brings Adventure-inspired Lineup to 2023 Auto Shanghai

• Ford Motor Company brings an all-star lineup of rugged off-road models for this year’s Shanghai International Auto Show
• Explorer Timberline, built specially for Chinese consumers, officially debuted
• Ford Ranger to be domestically produced in China, delivering the brand’s promise of “Built Ford Tough” for high-quality pickup trucks
• Ford Bronco showcased at Auto Shanghai, along with announcement of plan to offer the vehicle in China
• Pricing for Ford Edge L, the new spacious seven-seat hybrid SUV, unveiled at Auto Shanghai, ranging from RMB 229,800 to 309,800

April 18, 2023, Shanghai, China – Ford Motor Company showcased today an all-star lineup of its most rugged off-road pickups and SUVs at the 20thShanghai International Auto Show, including the debut of Ford Explorer Timberline, reveal of Ford Ranger that will be produced in China, and demonstrate Ford Bronco ahead of its upcoming sale in the Chinese market.

At Auto Shanghai, the company released pricing details for Ford Edge L, a model specially built for family road trips with Ford's latest hybrid technology, with a price ranging from RMB 229,800 to 309,800.

Ford is also showcasing the upcoming Mustang Mach-E GT Twister as well as the F-150 Raptor at the booth.

"The Chinese market holds strategic significance for Ford," said Sam Wu, president and CEO of Ford China. " At the show, this must-have Ford showcase offers features that bring to life the brand’s strengths to create products and experiences that resonate with Chinese customers."

Ford Explorer Timberline debuts at Auto Shanghai

As the most capable Explorer ever, Ford Explorer Timberline made its official debut in China.
It is more advanced in terms of outdoor-inspired design and capabilities, including the unique Altyn Tagh Orange exterior color, the contrasted-color interior design with contour pattern, and the mountain pattern elements throughout the car, highlighting an exclusive sense of identity.

The Ford Explorer Timberline is equipped with a Torsen limited-slip rear differential, REVO3 all-terrain tires, and a higher ground clearance than the normal Explorer, bringing a more capable driving experience to meet Chinese customers’ needs for outdoor exploration.

Introducing Ford Ranger, to be locally manufactured in China

At Auto Shanghai, Ford also debuted the next generation Ranger – the versatile midsize pickup truck that is “Built Ford Tough.” The pickup will soon be introduced in China, demonstrating that every Ford truck is built and tested to exceed customer expectations for durability, quality, reliability and capability.

Since 1982, five generations of Ford Ranger have set the benchmark in the mid-sized pickup truck segment, with more than eight million units sold globally.

Fine-tuned through the feedback of Ford pickup owners worldwide, Ranger has proven its capability in challenging off-road conditions, with vehicle testing demonstrating its ability to cover 1.5 million kilometers, the equivalent of circling the earth 40 times.

To fully meet customization and modification that pickup truck fans need, Ford provides optional OEM accessories for Ranger that are fully homologated to Chinese customers.

Iconic Ford Bronco off-road SUV is coming to China

Today at Auto Shanghai, Ford also announced that the legendary Ford Bronco will be sold in the Chinese market. With a legacy of over 50 years, Ford Bronco delivers thrilling off-road experiences with heritage-inspired style, rugged engineering and smart technology.

Built to conquer all terrains, Ford Bronco features advanced four-wheel-drive technologies and chassis architecture that bolster the SUV’s off-road capabilities. Since its North American debut in 2020, Ford Bronco has been enthusiastically sought after by fans around the world.

Ranging from RMB 229,800 to 309,800, Ford Edge L is the ultimate choice for family road trips

In addition, Ford announced the MSRP for Ford Edge L, which ranges from RMB 229,800 to 309,800.

Featuring a five-meter body size and wheelbase of nearly three meters, Ford Edge L innovatively adopts a 2+2+3 seat layout that offers spacious interior space. Powered by Ford's latest hybrid system, Ford Edge L is capable of achieving 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds. With fuel consumption of 6.3 liters per 100 km (under WLTC conditions) and driving range of 1,188 km, Ford Edge L eliminates mileage anxiety by combining fuel economy with fun-to-drive features.

The 2023 Shanghai International Auto Show will be held from April 18 to April 27. All media and general visitors are cordially invited to visit the Ford booth located in Hall 8.2 to explore outdoor adventurous experience with Ford Motor Company.

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[Rando]

I like the bumper on the China export model

If they don’t use the same bumper on the US 2024 model at least we’ll be able to import the parts from China (for those that don’t like one piece bumper cover on the non-raptor global Rangers).

 

[rwolfcastle]

Agreed, that looks better to me as well. I fully expected them to do this with the US model since they did it for the 5G but with all the testers driving around I'm at a loss for what they'll actually do.

 

[carmigo]

Ford Brings Adventure-inspired Lineup to 2023 Auto Shanghai

• Ford Motor Company brings an all-star lineup of rugged off-road models for this year’s Shanghai International Auto Show
• Explorer Timberline, built specially for Chinese consumers, officially debuted
• Ford Ranger to be domestically produced in China, delivering the brand’s promise of “Built Ford Tough” for high-quality pickup trucks
• Ford Bronco showcased at Auto Shanghai, along with announcement of plan to offer the vehicle in China
• Pricing for Ford Edge L, the new spacious seven-seat hybrid SUV, unveiled at Auto Shanghai, ranging from RMB 229,800 to 309,800

April 18, 2023, Shanghai, China – Ford Motor Company showcased today an all-star lineup of its most rugged off-road pickups and SUVs at the 20thShanghai International Auto Show, including the debut of Ford Explorer Timberline, reveal of Ford Ranger that will be produced in China, and demonstrate Ford Bronco ahead of its upcoming sale in the Chinese market.

At Auto Shanghai, the company released pricing details for Ford Edge L, a model specially built for family road trips with Ford's latest hybrid technology, with a price ranging from RMB 229,800 to 309,800.

Ford is also showcasing the upcoming Mustang Mach-E GT Twister as well as the F-150 Raptor at the booth.

"The Chinese market holds strategic significance for Ford," said Sam Wu, president and CEO of Ford China. " At the show, this must-have Ford showcase offers features that bring to life the brand’s strengths to create products and experiences that resonate with Chinese customers."

Ford Explorer Timberline debuts at Auto Shanghai

As the most capable Explorer ever, Ford Explorer Timberline made its official debut in China.
It is more advanced in terms of outdoor-inspired design and capabilities, including the unique Altyn Tagh Orange exterior color, the contrasted-color interior design with contour pattern, and the mountain pattern elements throughout the car, highlighting an exclusive sense of identity.

The Ford Explorer Timberline is equipped with a Torsen limited-slip rear differential, REVO3 all-terrain tires, and a higher ground clearance than the normal Explorer, bringing a more capable driving experience to meet Chinese customers’ needs for outdoor exploration.

Introducing Ford Ranger, to be locally manufactured in China

At Auto Shanghai, Ford also debuted the next generation Ranger – the versatile midsize pickup truck that is “Built Ford Tough.” The pickup will soon be introduced in China, demonstrating that every Ford truck is built and tested to exceed customer expectations for durability, quality, reliability and capability.

Since 1982, five generations of Ford Ranger have set the benchmark in the mid-sized pickup truck segment, with more than eight million units sold globally.

Fine-tuned through the feedback of Ford pickup owners worldwide, Ranger has proven its capability in challenging off-road conditions, with vehicle testing demonstrating its ability to cover 1.5 million kilometers, the equivalent of circling the earth 40 times.

To fully meet customization and modification that pickup truck fans need, Ford provides optional OEM accessories for Ranger that are fully homologated to Chinese customers.

Iconic Ford Bronco off-road SUV is coming to China

Today at Auto Shanghai, Ford also announced that the legendary Ford Bronco will be sold in the Chinese market. With a legacy of over 50 years, Ford Bronco delivers thrilling off-road experiences with heritage-inspired style, rugged engineering and smart technology.

Built to conquer all terrains, Ford Bronco features advanced four-wheel-drive technologies and chassis architecture that bolster the SUV’s off-road capabilities. Since its North American debut in 2020, Ford Bronco has been enthusiastically sought after by fans around the world.

Ranging from RMB 229,800 to 309,800, Ford Edge L is the ultimate choice for family road trips

In addition, Ford announced the MSRP for Ford Edge L, which ranges from RMB 229,800 to 309,800.

Featuring a five-meter body size and wheelbase of nearly three meters, Ford Edge L innovatively adopts a 2+2+3 seat layout that offers spacious interior space. Powered by Ford's latest hybrid system, Ford Edge L is capable of achieving 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds. With fuel consumption of 6.3 liters per 100 km (under WLTC conditions) and driving range of 1,188 km, Ford Edge L eliminates mileage anxiety by combining fuel economy with fun-to-drive features.

The 2023 Shanghai International Auto Show will be held from April 18 to April 27. All media and general visitors are cordially invited to visit the Ford booth located in Hall 8.2 to explore outdoor adventurous experience with Ford Motor Company.

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They look so stunning. Wish I could see them in person, but these pictures are a good consolation prize. Thanks for sharing!

 

[Snkrjeff020]

China got an announcement before us too?

 

[Tagtexas]

China got an announcement before us too?

My thoughts exactly.

 

[Snkrjeff020]

Remember when things were "America First" a few years ago?

 

[Slyder]

They get the announcement before us and the front bumper most people would prefer to have.

 

[bill_AUS]

Wait wait, that is one odd Ranger. It has coil spring rear end and bead lock wheels, plus a separate bumper, and it isn't a Raptor??

 

[RedlandRanger]

They get the announcement before us and the front bumper most people would prefer to have.

Maybe there is still hope that the NA version will get a bumper like that....

 

[Slyder]

Maybe there is still hope that the NA version will get a bumper like that....

let's hope it's the reason why there's been complete silence and no announcement with roughly 5 weeks until the projected order-bank opening day.

I'm going after the RRaptor, unless price is in the 'yeah, not happening' range, so it doesn't really apply to me, but I think it would be a wise move on Ford's part.

 

[Snkrjeff020]

let's hope it's the reason why there's been complete silence and no announcement with roughly 5 weeks until the projected order-bank opening day.

I'm going after the RRaptor, unless price is in the 'yeah, not happening' range, so it doesn't really apply to me, but I think it would be a wise move on Ford's part.

Yesterday was supposed to be the initial order open date, before it was pushed back

 

[RedlandRanger]

let's hope it's the reason why there's been complete silence and no announcement with roughly 5 weeks until the projected order-bank opening day.

I'm going after the RRaptor, unless price is in the 'yeah, not happening' range, so it doesn't really apply to me, but I think it would be a wise move on Ford's part.

I'd love a Raptor, but I'm very sure it will be in the "too rich for my blood" category. As time goes on, the 6G is becoming increasingly unattractive to me. My 5G has one VERY BIG feature that the 6G won't have - it is paid off. It does everything I need or want it to do - the only thing that would make me think would be a PHEV version - but I can buy an AWFUL LOT of gas for whatever I'm sure a new 6G would cost me.

Having no car payment is REALLY, REALLY nice.....

 

[3231haven]

Wait wait, that is one odd Ranger. It has coil spring rear end and bead lock wheels, plus a separate bumper, and it isn't a Raptor??

Good Pickup on the rear suspension, makes sense if they are going to manufacture the Bronco in China. As the Bronco & Ranger Raptor ladder frame & Suspension are very similar. Would make the manufacturing process much easier. Guessing the Ranger is going to be targeted more towards the adventure market, not sure about that snorkel looks a bit odd.

 

[bill_AUS]

Good Pickup on the rear suspension, makes sense if they are going to manufacture the Bronco in China. As the Bronco & Ranger Raptor ladder frame & Suspension are very similar. Would make the manufacturing process much easier. Guessing the Ranger is going to be targeted more towards the adventure market, not sure about that snorkel looks a bit odd.

The Bronco deviates quite a lot from the Everest and Ranger Raptor's suspension setups, so it will be interesting to see which this has. Based on the fact it has tubular trailing arms I suspect it is using the Everest's suspension module.
Edit; only the BRaptor uses the fabricated trailing arms.

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