2005 Ford Ranger
The 2005 Ford Ranger 2500TD LWB XL Hi-Trail is a reliable used bakkie, perfect for affordable workhorse needs in South Africa. Its robust diesel engine and manual transmission deliver dependable performance, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a durable, cost-effective pickup.
Equipped with a 2.5 TDCi engine, this single cab offers practicality with two seats and two doors, ideal for small businesses or personal use. While mileage is high at 321,000 km, the vehicle’s well-maintained condition ensures ongoing reliability. Fuel efficiency may vary, but its diesel powertrain provides good torque and economy for daily tasks.
Located in Pretoria Central, Gauteng, this Ford Ranger is available for immediate viewing and test drives. Buyers seeking the best price on a used vehicle can explore finance deals and price comparisons locally. Contact the dealer today to buy or schedule a test drive of this affordable, dependable South African pickup.
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Ford Ranger
Ford’s Ranger isn’t just everywhere on South African roads — it’s everywhere for a reason. Scroll through 449 active listings and you’ll see prices from a no-nonsense R109,000 to a punchy R1,335,000, so there’s a Ranger for every bakkie buyer, whether you’re chasing that VAT-deductible workhorse or something you won’t mind parking at Melrose Arch on a Friday night. It goes up against the Hilux, D-Max, and Amarok — all heavy hitters, but Ford’s engine lineup is the broadest of the lot: 2.2TDCi diesel, 2.0 single-turbo petrol, 3.0 V6 diesel, a 2.3 petrol, and even a plug-in hybrid. Mix in manual, auto, and semi-auto boxes, and you’re spoiled for choice. The median? R539,990, right in that “should I buy new or used?” sweet spot. That 131-to-318 split between new and used units sums up local demand — used Rangers move quickly, partly because South Africans know what they’re getting. Those 2.2TDCi XLs are the workhorses of the used market, priced from R194,900 to R379,900 if you don’t mind a few kilometres on the clock. Want a bit more flash? The 2.3 Wildtrak A/T will set you back between R769,995 and R894,820, while the 3.0D V6 Wildtrak pushes right up to R1,298,559. Used examples average about 72,747 km, so you’re not getting something fresh off the showroom unless you pay for it. But here’s why the Ranger keeps winning hearts: parts are easy to find, the dealer network’s everywhere, and since the T6, the cabin and features have caught up to — and sometimes pipped — Toyota’s best. For buyers who care about what’s inside as much as what’s under the bonnet, that matters.
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Ford’s reputation as the bakkie brand in South Africa isn’t just marketing — the stats back it up. Scroll through the 850 Ford listings and you’ll see prices from a humble R67,500 to a sky-high R1,580,000, but it’s the R479,900 median that tells the real story: this isn’t a bargain-basement badge angling for the cheapest deal. Ford’s got real presence where it counts, with 199 new and 651 used vehicles showing that there’s appetite for both the entry-level and the upmarket stuff. The competition is fierce — Toyota, Isuzu, Volkswagen — but Ford keeps its foothold by blending capability with a dealer network that actually covers rural and urban South Africa. Most buyers aren’t just commuters; these are owner-drivers who need their vehicle to earn its keep, not just look good in the Spar parking lot. Ranger runs the show, no question. With 449 listings between R109,000 and R1,335,000, that’s everything from a work-worn fleet special to a Raptor that makes you think twice about chasing Land Cruisers up Sani Pass. Everest brings the same basics but for families, offering seven seats and a price range from R112,900 to R1,310,331. If you’re after something smaller, EcoSport and Fiesta fill the city-car and compact SUV slots, with used Fiestas dipping to R67,500 — if you pack smart, they’ll handle Joburg traffic or Durban rain. Bakkies and SUVs make up most of the action, petrol and diesel are still king, and while plug-in hybrids barely register, Ford’s habit of loading cabins with more tech than rivals at the same money is what the Ranger should have been from the start. That matters.
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