Ford Wildtrak 2.0l Auto

[Yorkshire lad]

Has anyone bought a Ford Wildtrak 2.0l Auto . The engine has more power and torque than the 3.2l but does it drive and tow as well as the salesman says
I am looking from opions from people who actually drive one

 

[Robt]

Will follow this thread with anticipation

 

[norse]

I was advised to stick to the 3.2 until they got issues sorted
https://www.parkers.co.uk/vans-pickups/news/2019/ford-ecoblue-diesel-injector-failure/

 

[Fergieman]

Know someone locally who has changed a 3.2 for the new one and he said the only thing you will miss about the 3.2 is the noise of the engine.

 

[Drillman]

The 2.0 has a very tough act to follow because the 3.2 is very very good. Especially coupled to the auto box.

 

[feilding]

I bet long-term the little engine will be crap and every body will be looking for a 3.2. the manufacturer who keeps making a 3lt+ reliable engine will be on a winner in a working vehicle.

 

[ILovebaling]

Can't comment on auto because I've bought a manual. And I've not done a lot of towing with it yet but the little I have done it pulled my bigger skid steer every bit was well as my discovery 3 did. Probably travelled better because the draw bar is much higher.

The 2l engine and gear boxes are nothing new either because they are the same as in transits are they not?

So I wouldn't be so worried by the engines or gearboxes

 

[PSQ]

Just remember that there are 2 versions of the 2L engine in the new Ranger. The OP's Wildtrack and Raptor use the 210hp Bi-turbo, the lower spec variants use the 173hp single turbo (iirc).

 

[Lincsman]

Can't comment on auto because I've bought a manual. And I've not done a lot of towing with it yet but the little I have done it pulled my bigger skid steer every bit was well as my discovery 3 did. Probably travelled better because the draw bar is much higher.

The 2l engine and gear boxes are nothing new either because they are the same as in transits are they not?

So I wouldn't be so worried by the engines or gearboxes

And many cars, the Edge uses these 2 engines, and has done for while now, also now in the Galaxy and Smax

 

[Cowabunga]

I had about an hour's test drive in the 2.0 twin turbo ten speed auto Wildtrak the other day. I was mightily impressed. The engine is very powerful and has no apparent flat spots and is relatively quiet. The cabin is very quiet with almost zero road noise. The suspension is controlled well but is more supple than my current 2.2. The transmission is a great step forward with seamless changes and it was always in the right ratio. The instruments, controls and infotainment are another leap forwards.

All in all it doesn't make much sense to buy a Defender for just about double the money of this Ranger [after VAT refund for the pickup] when the Ranger is so well equipped and comfortable. Plus the road tax, insurance and income tax savings for the pickup make it even more attractive.

 

[Roger Perry]

You cant' go far wrong with a Ford pickup.

 

[A Sales representative]

Does anyone know the warranty period years and miles for the new 2.0l engine ranger?

 

[ollandroverman]

I was advised to stick to the 3.2 until they got issues sorted
https://www.parkers.co.uk/vans-pickups/news/2019/ford-ecoblue-diesel-injector-failure/

If you read the link....it basically says only vehicles affected are from a build batch of injectors in 2019. All will be under warranty, so not a big problem.

 

[Lincsman]

Does anyone know the warranty period years and miles for the new 2.0l engine ranger?

3 years / 60K miles like everything else they sell I imagine.

 

[Johnnyboxer]

I bet long-term the little engine will be crap and every body will be looking for a 3.2. the manufacturer who keeps making a 3lt+ reliable engine will be on a winner in a working vehicle.

Bingo

We have the correct answer

I was overtaken today by a Amarok 3litre V6 258 ps, like i was standing still - that thing has some poke

 

[Father ted]

3 years / 60K miles like everything else they sell I imagine.

60k is very low most offer 100k 3 or 5 year,what I’ve heard about the 3.2 Wildtrack I would stay clear altogether,head gaskets under 60k,turbos,EGR valves very poor reliability.

 

[Mr chips]

We got a new Ranger Wildtrack 2l 213hp in early September. Had new injectors at 950 miles. 2500 miles now and goes well. 10 speed automatic. Averaging 29mpg. Very good on or off road. My son and I both love driving it.

 

[Yorkshire lad]

i Had a go in the 2.0l 213 bhp 10sp auto Widtrack and liked it, But it costs £3740 more than a Navara Techna auto which has 5 year 100k waranty instead of 3year 60k of the Ford

 

[Deutzdx3]

Had a test drive of the new 10 speed. I would agree with what the duck said. Didn’t tow with it but was very nice, little to no hesitation choosing a gear even when flooring it. Knew exactly what gear to drop to.

 

[feilding]

Ford ranger warranty is 5 yrs unlimited kms in Australia. And 5yrs 150000 kms in New Zealand. About time they had the same here.