The brand-new model, 2023 Ford Ranchero, will hit the market next year. According to Ford, the new pickup truck will be a replacement for the popular Ford Courier. At the moment, we have only a few renderings, and the upcoming truck featuring an almost identical front fascia as the latest generation of the Ford Escape SUV.
In case you didn’t know, the first Ranchero was Introduced in late 1956, and it was very popular back in that time. So, reviving the old nameplate is a great move from Ford. The next Ranchero would be larger than the Courier, and it will feature unibody construction.
2023 Ford Ranchero Design
The styling of the 2023 Ford Ranchero looks modern and attractive, if we can rely on the new renderings. At first glance, the front fascia dominates with the identical styling as the Ford Escape crossover SUV. Generally, besides Escape, we also saw the same design language on the latest Ford Focus hatchback.
As we said, the Ranchero will feature unibody construction, and it should be larger than the Courier. Most likely, it will ride on Ford’s new CD6 platform, on which the latest Explorer is also built. Overall, the design is unique, and on the back, this truck comes with a large cargo bed.
Cabin Commons With the Escape
Inside, we are presuming that the new 2023 Ford Ranchero pickup truck will have many things in common with the Escape crossover SUV. First of all, the cabin of Ranchero would certainly offer a high level of comfort and plenty of the latest techs. However, like the many nowadays models, we expect the new truck to feature more amenities on upper trims.
From some leaked information, the entry-level model will be offered with lower-quality fabrics, cotton upholstery, and a 7-inch touchscreen as standard. According to the manufacturer, all upcoming models will also include the new SYNC4 system. The first model that will gain SYNC4 is the upcoming Mustang Mach-E SUV.
2023 Ford Ranchero Engine Possibilities
Ford has in its line a wide range of potent engines, and the Ranchero will probably use some of them. The first candidate that could power the entry-level model is an economical 1.5-liter turbocharged powertrain or even more muscular 2.0-liter turbo variant. Generally, both engines can be found under the hood of the Escape SUV. The first one under the Escape delivers 181 horsepower, while the other one develops 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque.
The last speculated engine is a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder that churns out 350 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. This engine powers the Focus RS model, delivering excellent performance and fuel economy. Regardless, we anticipate Ranchero to come standard with an eight-speed automatic gearbox and front-wheel drive. All-wheel-drive should be available as an option.
Release Date, Price
The release date of the new 2023 Ford Ranchero will most likely happen this year. However, Ford is yet to reveal more details about its engine and price.
Some reports are even suggesting that it could start around $20,000, but we think that it will cost thousands of dollars more. In the same segment, there are many unibody rivals like the Honda Ridgeline, Hyundai Santa Cruz, and many others.
