Team duty
South Africans love bakkies, and for good reason. As our team has had the pleasure of running around with the Ranger SuperCab for some time now, it was about time to get feedback from various team members who used the machine.
Related: Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT SuperCab XL 4x4 auto (2023) Long-term update
A word from Sean
I've covered a few thousand kilometres in our long-term Ranger now and have come to the conclusion that this XL-spec car has just about every feature a bakkie owner needs; however, I am also certain that there are features that many of us would want, and that's where the XLT and Wildtrak come in! The powertrain suits this package beautifully, and despite this model's workhorse roots, those coming from older extended cab bakkies will laud the creature comforts and added comfort present in the new Ranger.
Thoughts from Lawrence
I spent my time with the Supercab making full use of its carrying capabilities, carting around garden refuse to the dump, cleaning out the garage and carrying gear to the racetrack. The longer bed area makes loading extra stuff a breeze and the larger cab with extra storage for race gear and helmets was a pleasure to have especially when you can just swing the rear doors open to access the space.
Verdict
Although it's not quite a double-cab and can't transport four people, the SuperCab does everything you need from a utility vehicle and more. Having the Ranger around is handy for everyday tasks requiring a load bed and some that you wouldn't even think of. The XL will be with us longer and will put in some very interesting work in the upcoming weeks. Stay tuned to our social pages and follow the series to see what else we will do with the Ford.
