Meet the Ford Ranger: 2025 North American Truck of the Year

Ford Ranger 2025 North American Truck of the Year

The Ford Ranger has been crowned the 2025 North American Truck of the Year™, marking an impressive fifth consecutive year for a Ford truck to receive this prestigious award. This remarkable achievement solidifies Ford’s position as a leader in the truck segment, consistently showcasing innovation, capability, and cutting-edge technology.

Earning this recognition celebrates our team’s dedication to continuously raising the bar for midsize truck customers. We rigorously tested Ranger in challenging environments around the world to deliver the Built Ford Tough durability our customers demand. This award is a tribute to our customers who inspire us every day.

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The 2025 Ranger is engineered with the legendary “Built Ford Tough®” DNA, making it more connected and capable than ever before. Rigorously tested across diverse terrains worldwide, from the Australian outback to American highways, the Ranger has proven its readiness for any adventure. This year, the Ranger claimed the top spot as Australia’s best-selling vehicle, an impressive feat that has now extended to a remarkable 10 consecutive years in New Zealand.

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Key Features:
  • Powerful Performance: The 2025 Ranger boasts a new 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 engine, delivering enhanced performance and improved off-road capabilities.
  • Advanced Technology: Experience the future of driving with features like class-exclusive Pro Trailer Backup Assist, improved bed access, available Zone Lighting, and convenient over-the-air updates.
  • Refined Interior: Enjoy a more comfortable and connected ride with a redesigned interior featuring digital gauge clusters, large touch screens, wireless charging, and fold-flat rear seats for increased storage.
The 2025 Ranger Raptor takes off-road performance to new heights. Powered by a potent 3.0-liter EcoBoost® V6 engine generating an impressive 405 horsepower* and 430 pound-feet of torque, the Raptor is equipped with a long-travel suspension system, including a Watts link rear suspension and class-exclusive 2.5-inch FOX™ Live Valve shocks*. This combination delivers unparalleled off-road capability, making it the most powerful and high-performance Ranger ever.

Both the Ford Ranger and Ranger Raptor are proudly assembled at the Michigan Assembly Plant, reflecting Ford’s commitment to building trucks that are as robust and capable as the drivers who rely on them.

Source: Ford Media
*Max. 405 horsepower based on 3.0L EcoBoost® engine. Class is Midsize Pickups. Horsepower and torque ratings based on premium fuel per SAE J1349® standard. Your results may vary. Horsepower and torque are independent attributes and may not be achieved simultaneously.