Ford keeps us busy by unveiling new versions of the Ranger for different markets around the world. This time it is the Ford Ranger Stormtrak’s turn to shine, with the new model revealed in Thailand as a higher-spec sibling to the popular Wildtrak. If the Ford Ranger Stormtrak looks familiar, it is because it gets similar styling to the Wildtrak X, which was recently revealed in Australia and Europe. However, the upgrades in the Stormtrak compared to the standard Wildtrak are limited to just the visuals, as it doesn’t get the beefier suspension, off-road tires, underbody protection, and additional electronics of the Wildtrak X.
The Stormtrak features the new auxiliary
LEDs on the X-shaped grille, black Ranger lettering on the bonnet, and a new
set of 20-inch alloy wheels. The pickup is available in Arctic White, Meteor
Grey, Absolute Black, and Sedona Orange shades. Other differences include the
black graphic on the rear quarter panels, the red accents on the lower intake
and rims, plus the matching Stormtrak lettering on the doors and tailgate.
Another exterior highlight is the Flexible Rack system with a sliding loading
rack on the rear bed.
Moving inside, Ford added Race Red
stitching, alongside Stormtrak lettering on the dashboard and the seats which
are upholstered in leather with Miko suede inserts. Equipment is quite
generous, and it includes a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster, a 12-inch
infotainment touchscreen, dual-zone climate control, an E-shifter, and an
electronic handbrake. In terms of safety, the Ranger Stormtrak is packed with
ADAS including Adaptive Cruise Control and Active Park Assist, plus a
360-degree camera system.
The model is powered by the familiar
bi-turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel making 201 hp and 500
Nm of torque. The 10-speed automatic gearbox sends power to the
rear or all four wheels. As we mentioned earlier, the chassis setup is
identical to the standard Wildtrak setting aside the larger wheels. The Ford
Ranger Stormtrak debuted at the 2023 Bangkok International Motor Show and is
already available in Thailand. Pricing starts from ฿ 1,264,000 (US$ 36,755) for the RWD and from ฿ 1,399,000 (US$ 40,680) for the 4WD. It is not clear if Ford
plans on exporting the Stormtrak to other markets, following the footsteps of
its predecessor which was offered in Europe.