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MELBOURNE, Australia, October 11, 2023 – The Ford Ranger and Everest have always been capable when the bitumen ran out. Now, they’re even better thanks to a raft of technologies including an expanded and enhanced suite of drive modes1 to support owners in their off-road adventures.2
Previously, only Ranger Raptor and Everest were available with drive modes, but now Ranger boasts them too. “Ranger and Everest’s selectable drive modes have been developed to give customers a vehicle that flatters the novice and enhances the expert,” said David Grice, chief program engineer, Ford Ranger and Everest.
What it does
Each selectable drive mode1 adjusts a variety of electronic and mechanical settings within Ranger or Everest to tailor its performance and driving characteristics to on-road and off-road driving conditions.2 The system may alter steering feel and effort, traction control, stability control, chassis controls, powertrain response, transmission shift points, and four-wheel driveline setting, depending on the selected mode.
The system will revert to Normal mode each time it is switched off. When the vehicle is restarted, the system will display a prompt on the instrument cluster display that gives you the option of returning to the previously selected driving mode.
“With Ranger and Everest’s selectable drive modes owners have everything they need to tailor their vehicle to best suit the type of terrain they’re driving on, from on-road to off-road. We’ve a long, proud history at Ford of producing capable off-road vehicles and we’ve poured that knowledge and passion for overlanding into Ranger and Everest,” said Rob Hugo, vehicle experiences supervisor, Ford Australia.
Turn that dial
With the twist of a dial, Ranger and Everest owners can, depending on the model and variant, choose from up to seven drive modes designed to enhance on- and off-road comfort and capability.1 Depending on the market and variant, these drive modes are:
The selectable drive modes1 dovetail into the raft of other technologies designed to enhance capability, like the electronic rear differential lock which can be activated via the dedicated SYNC off-road screen, or hill descent control, or the integrated electric trailer brake controller, or front camera view (where fitted) with steering overlays which displays on the large-format infotainment screen.
“These selectable drive modes1 are a very simple way of getting advanced traction to the wheels the way it needs to be delivered without having to be an expert,” said Hugo.
Selectable Drive Modes1 for Ford Ranger and Everest 4WD Variants |
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Drive Mode |
Brake System |
Powertrain |
Drive |
Transfer Case & Rear Differential |
Normal |
Normal, tuned for road driving |
Tuned for fuel economy, emissions, and drivability |
4A |
Unlocked |
Eco |
Normal, tuned for road driving |
Tuned for fuel economy, softer throttle progression, slower acceleration in cruise control |
2H |
Unlocked |
Tow/Haul |
Normal, tuned for road driving |
Tuned for heavy loads, holds gears longer, downshifts earlier, provides more engine braking, backout upshifts inhibited |
4A |
Unlocked |
Slippery |
On low friction surfaces, the TCS is more sensitive to prevent wheelspin. FSC tighter to avoid sliding |
Programmed for slower torque application with early upshifts |
4A |
Unlocked |
Mud/Ruts |
TCS less sensitive to allow tread clearing. FSC relaxed to avoid unwelcome intervention |
Holds gears longer to maintain torque and power |
4H |
Locked |
Sand |
Tuned for soft sand. TCS less sensitive to allow some slip. FSC relaxed to avoid unwelcome intervention |
Increased throttle response. Holds gears longer to maintain torque and power |
4H |
Locked |
Rock Crawl (Wildtrak X Only) |
TCS active. FSC off |
Reduced throttle response. Holds gears longer to maintain torque and power |
4L |
Locked
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1 Remember that even advanced technology cannot overcome the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions.
2 Always consult the owner’s manual before off-road driving, know your terrain and trail difficulty and use appropriate safety gear.
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