Do you know what the best-selling pickup truck in Europe is?

For the past ten years, the answer remains unchanged. The Ford Ranger is the benchmark for the pickup segment in the European market.

This pickup has managed to appeal to both professionals and private customers across the continent. And in 2025, it continues its dominance with a bold new version: the Plug-in Hybrid Ranger (PHEV).

This unprecedented model combines the power of a 2.3-liter EcoBoost gasoline engine with that of an electric motor powered by an 11.8 kWh battery. The result: 281 hp and a record torque of 697 Nm, the highest ever achieved on a production Ranger. It is capable of traveling up to 43 km in 100% electric mode, a range that covers the daily commutes of more than half of users according to Ford.

A true workhorse pickup

But the innovation doesn’t stop there. The PHEV Ranger retains all its qualities as a tough pickup: towing up to 3.5 tons, a payload close to one ton, all-wheel drive, and complete off-road capabilities. It even adds a new feature to the lineup: Pro Power Onboard, an electrical power system capable of providing up to 6.9 kW to power tools or equipment on a job site or in the great outdoors.

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Produced in South Africa and now delivered to European customers, this new-generation Ranger is available in three high-end trims (Stormtrak, Wildtrak, XLT), all featuring a modern cabin with a 12-inch touchscreen, advanced connectivity, driving aids, and a bed designed for maximum versatility.

Already a leader in 10 European markets in 2024, the Ranger represents over 43% of the pickup segment in Europe. More than 500,000 units have been sold on the continent since 2012. With this hybrid version, Ford responds to both environmental challenges, professional expectations, and leisure needs. A no-compromise pickup that could very well stay ahead for a long time… due to lack of competition!

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