Back in March 2021, the all-new Ford Ranger Black debuted for South America as a blacked-out, urban-focused model intended to be a stylish yet capable hauler for those that don’t often venture off the pavement. Now, some time after the all-new, next-generation version of that same mid-size pickup debuted, it has been given the same treatment for Argentina – ushering in a totally new, updated version of the Ford Ranger Black.
Though it’s based on the new version of that model, the Ford Ranger Black shares many of its features with the older version, including a monochromatic black appearance on the exterior. It does feature a dark gray finish on the side mirrors, rear bumper, and “San Antonio” bar, as well as the 18-inch wheels, which are wrapped with 255/65R all-terrain tires. Inside the cabin, there are even more dark finishes to be found, coupled with dark gray appliqués for the instrument panel.
In terms of power, the Ford Ranger Black is available with one option – the turbocharged 2.0L Panther diesel, which is rated to produce 170 horsepower and 405 Nm (299 pound-feet) of torque. It’s mated to a six-speed manual gearbox, interestingly, but this time around, it’s being offered in four-wheel drive guise only, which is notable since the old model could only be had in two-wheel drive configuration.
The Ford Ranger is a particularly important product in Argentina, as the pickup is produced for that local market (and several others) at the Pacheco Assembly plant, while its powertrains are also built at the same site following a massive investment and expansion. The Ranger is also a popular product with South American critics alike, having recently won 2024 Car of the Year in Argentina.
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