2023 Ford Ranchero is a Brand-New Unibody

[uh50]

Found this at Pickuptrucknews.com and a couple of other places. Is it a Maverick or is it not a Maverick?

2023 Ford Ranchero is a Brand-New Unibody Pickup

• Published: May 31, 20229:31 pm
• Author Sean

The upcoming 2023 Ford Ranchero has been rumored, and its return is expected early next year. The next Ranchero, like the previously released Ford Maverick, will be small and compact, but it should have a fairly large cabin.

Ranchero was a coupe pickup built by Ford until 1979. The new truck will, if reports are true, be based on the same architecture as the existing Ford Maverick. The chassis, on the other hand, will apparently be bigger, and we expect it to be more durable as well. Here’s all we know about its return thus far.

Ford Ranchero Exterior Design
The forthcoming 2023 Ford Ranchero will borrow exterior design from the existing truck in the lineup. We anticipate that this new model will have the same appealing boxy design as the compact Maverick. Moreover, the new Ranchero could use the same architecture as this model. As a result, the truck’s proportions will be reduced, and ground clearance will be roughly 8.5 inches.

The design language will most likely be similar to what we saw on the Maverick. In any case, we’re guessing it’ll come standard with 17-inch wheels, with larger wheels available as an option. On the other hand, Ranchero will reportedly get unique front fascia and distinctive exterior colors.

Interior Review
The cabin of the 2023 Ford Ranchero will borrow lots of stuff from the Ford Escape crossover. As a result, we may anticipate a cabin that is both spacious and technologically advanced. We don’t expect the same level of luxury as the current Escape model, but you can expect a practical interior with plenty of space for five passengers.

Blue Oval carmaker is going to provide cloth upholstery as a standard feature, as well as an 8-inch touchscreen. The SYNC4 system, as well as Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Bluetooth, and navigation. Surprisingly, the same bundle of features is available on the Ford Maverick XL base model. We don’t know which trim levels will be on offer, along with the optional packages.

Possible Engine Options
The automaker had not released any information about the engine specifications for the 2023 Ford Ranchero. However, we expect it to use some of the existing engines, most likely the smaller four-cylinder unit. We expect this model will come standard with a 1.5-liter gasoline engine, with a larger 2.0-liter engine available as an option.

It’s also rumored to use a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a 94-kW battery. For those who are unaware, the same hybrid powers the Ford Maverick, which produces 191 horsepower. Interestingly, Maverick is the only pickup that comes with a standard hybrid powertrain at the moment.

2023 Ford Ranchero Price, Release Date
The new 2023 Ford Ranchero will reportedly hit the dealerships in early 2023. This model will borrow a lot of stuff from the Maverick pickup and Escape crossover. The price of $20,000 sounds fair in our opinion. On the other hand, Ranchero will most likely go on sale in South America exclusively.

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[uh50]

Another rendering with more of a Mustang front clip:

 

[Bob The Builder]

So Ford cannot keep up with the demand of the Maverick but will further strain an already stressed supply chain and steal more chips and 2.5 engines and whatnot to make these things. I have to question the wisdom of this and Fords's total disregard for American customers who have been waiting a year or more for their trucks. I get the fact it is full steam ahead to make F-150's while all other makes take a back seat, but this???? If true. My $.02 worth.

 

[Bad Actor]

Can't see them selling this in the US as it just a restyled Maverick.

 

[uh50]

So Ford cannot keep up with the demand of the Maverick but will further strain an already stressed supply chain and steal more chips and 2.5 engines and whatnot to make these things. I have to question the wisdom of this and Fords's total disregard for American customers who have been waiting a year or more for their trucks. I get the fact it is full steam ahead to make F-150's while all other makes take a back seat, but this???? If true. My $.02 worth.

I do so agree. On top of that I wonder, if true and available for the US market, doesn't the Maverick have all the same attributes. If so, it just becomes a duplication in the same market. Doesn't make sense for us in the US.

I also noticed that some of the same renderings for the Maverick before it's launch are bing used for the "Ranchero."

 

[Maverickman74]

Build it beefier on the Edge platform and give us a hybrid capable of high 30s mpg and 3500lb towing and a 2.7tt with a 5k tow package, a Cobra-Jet version with the 3.0tt Braptor motor detuned with about 385hp. That would be nice.

 

[oljackfrost]

I think this is someone’s flight of fantasy. It makes no sense for Ford to build a truck so similar to Maverick. The Maverick is being sold in South America so the conjecture that a “Ranchero” would be sold only there doesn’t hold much water either. Looks like automotive editorial filler to me.

 

[Milous]

...Looks like automotive editorial filler to me.

No doubt about it. Click bait.

 

[uh50]

I think this is someone’s flight of fantasy. It makes no sense for Ford to build a truck so similar to Maverick. The Maverick is being sold in South America so the conjecture that a “Ranchero” would be sold only there doesn’t hold much water either. Looks like automotive editorial filler to me.

Very well said.

I'm surprised at the disingenuous nature of the press or news outlets, especially on the internet. Course, I guess that's where most of the news is printed now-days. I certainly no longer read print newspapers, but I certainly spend a couple of hours every morning reading the news. There are so many automotive news sites (so-called) that rely on regurgitating what ever story they deem will get clicks. This story seems to fit into that category.

When I first saw this story yesterday, I thought well, maybe Ford is expanding the Maverick brand like Farley said he might. So, I posted the story here without too much thought. Then I did a search and the same story was prevalent on various sites, and so mixed up I could not find the real source.

Where the news of a Maverick brand expansion would be great, it seems that Ford must get deliveries and supplies under control before a new Maverick sub-brand. Makes me wonder what news we can believe.

 

[FirstFord]

Makes no sense. Way too close to Mav to make portfolio sense.

Article written by a click-bait Bot.

 

[Timothyd]

Makes no sense. Way too close to Mav to make portfolio sense.

Article written by a click-bait Bot.

I already have a Ranchero badge that's going on my Maverick.

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