The first-ever Ford Ranger PHEV (plug-in hybrid) model debuted almost exactly one year ago, but in the time since then, we haven’t received any additional details about this electrified pickup – other than rumors pertaining to its potential arrival in the U.S. Now, The Blue Oval has given us additional information about the 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV, however, and also took the time to debut a brand new limited-edition variant, to boot.
The 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV pairs the existing, gas-powered, turbocharged 2.3L I-4 EcoBoost engine with a 75kW electric motor and an 11.8kWh battery pack to provide a targeted 45 kilometers (28 miles) of all-electric driving range and 3,500 kilograms (7,716 pounds) of max towing capacity, as well as deliver 279 PS (275 horsepower) and 690 Nm of torque (509 pound-feet), though those figures may vary by market. A new Modular Hybrid Transmission (MHT) resides in between that engine and the 10-speed automatic transmission, while the traction battery is packaged between specially engineered frame rails. On top of that, Pro Power Onboard provides up to 6.9 kW of portable power as well.
The 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV will be available across multiple trims – including the Sport, XLT, and Wildtrak – but those offerings will be joined by a limited-edition Stormtrack launch edition model, too. This special variant features unique design cues including a honeycomb grille, fender vents, a decal kit, 18-inch alloy wheels, Matrix LED headlamps, the new and exclusive Chili Gray exterior paint color, Ford’s Flexible Rack System, and a more luxurious cabin with a B&O sound system and special touches throughout. The 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV will be built at the automaker’s Silverton Assembly plant in South Africa, with deliveries expected to begin next year – at least, in select markets like Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, for now.
“The Ranger PHEV delivers the benefits of electrification together with the hard-working performance that has built Ranger a loyal customer base in Australia and New Zealand. We ensured our first PHEV pickup in Australia and New Zealand would be a hugely capable tool for work and off-roading, as well as a smart vehicle with the tech, connectivity and EV-only capability for family life,” said Andrew Birkic, President and CEO, Ford Australia and New Zealand.
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Likely WAY too pricey, for minimal benefit since most PHEV owners rarely charge. Leave it overseas.
Your data showong USA PHEV owners rarely charge?
BYD Shark made sense. This is another old school engine with a battery for no reason. Useless PHEV. Another move backward.
I have a Santa Fe Limited PHEV and charge it . Averaging 85.4 mpg.
A true Ford owner will take advantage and charge it often. Bring it to the U.S. soon.
I would have no problems charging it, and I really wish it was going to be available in the U.S. soon. I would buy one as soon as it is available in the U.S. but I am also very sick of the teasing, which started from day one of the vehicle announcement over two years ago, about bringing it to the U.S. market some day. Please do it now Ford. I don’t want to switch brands but I will soon if I have to, as I will need a new vehicle soon. I will not buy a Ford as a bridge vehicle for now because of the annoying teasing and delays. You would think a company born in the U.S. and with so many loyal U.S. customers, would want to reciprocate that loyalty. Very disappointing.