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Welcome to the Mercedes-Benz X-Class Vs Ford Ranger review for 2018. All new for 2018 Mercedes Benz X Class we compare it to the popular Ford Ranger comparison. It’s still early days for the X-Class but initial impression are often hard to forget. The Ford Ranger has been around for a few years now and hasn’t been updated in any significant way. Sure it has a few reliability problems but it’s not a complete hidden so you know what you’re buying. The Mercedes Benz X-Class has a good starting base in the form of the Navara but although it looks similar it is actually bigger.
Mercedes-Benz X-Class Vs Ford Ranger exterior comparison: Both have different styling with the Ranger being shared off much like the previous generation of the Nissan Navara. The Ranger does not look like the F series trucks no matter how much you can imagine. On the other hand the X-Class still looks like the current generation Navara with a different front end and if you hadn’t seen a Navara close up you wouldn’t know that the X-Class is wider. We like the look of both and wouldn’t mind either in the driveway.
Mercedes-Benz X-Class Vs Ford Ranger interior comparison: The X-Class is easily better than the Ranger on the inside. Sure the X-Class plastics are not up to the same level as the A-Class range it’s not a chasm far off. The lower end models get an all hard plastic interior be you don’t really notice it the texture appears more high end. The Ranger interior has always been one off the best in the Ute class but it is a little ordinary apart from the digital dash and softer materials.
Mercedes-Benz X-Class Vs Ford Ranger street engine and technology comparison: We all know about the 5 cylinder turbo diesel in the Ranger that’s shared with various models with Ford and Mazda. It has known characteristics and problems which makes it a good choice as there’s nothing worse than not knowing what could possibly break. Likewise the X-Class has all of Navara’s history. In terms of other tech the X-Class has the best system but there is little else to differentiate between either as a real tech feature.
Mercedes-Benz X-Class Vs Ford Ranger drive comparison: Both are commercial vehicles and not sporty to drive the Ranger is a literal barge and difficult to drive or park and the X-Class is no different. Both a heavy weights with lessor brakes and a unsettled ride means more attention required to drive.
Mercedes-Benz X-Class Vs Ford Ranger street cred comparison: Both are the most expensive utes currently on sale in Australia and that figures in the street cred value. Most Ranger’s are high riders which means they missing 4WD system yet cost more but the rationale is that it a bigger ute. Since Mercedes Benz’s are expensive it also follows that the Ute version is as well but surprisingly they aren’t really in comparison to the Ford Ranger. Few know about the X-Class so the Ranger has the better street cred.
The winner of the Mercedes-Benz X-Class Vs Ford Ranger comparison is the neither. All things considered both are overpriced despite the decent interior in the X-Class having the best top range fittings. However in the end it its the Ranger Wildtrack that is a way the most overpriced for what you get compared to the X-Class and indeed the mid-range Ford Ranger. We think it’s a street cred and branding choice rather than anything else, which one are you? We think both are a waste and there are much better value alternatives especially if you want 4WD system.
| Ford Ranger | Mercedes Benz X-Class |
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| Engines | |
| IL5 Cylinder Diesel Turbo DI CR 3.2 Litre (3198cc) Diesel Turbo DOHC 20V EFI DI CR Claimed 147Kw @ 3000 RPM Claimed 470Nm @ 1750 RPM |
YS23DDTT – IL4 Diesel DOHC 16V DI CR Twin Turbo 2.3 Litre (2298cc) Claimed 140Kw @ 3750 RPM Claimed 450Nm @ 1500 RPM |
| 2.2 Litre (2198cc) Diesel Turbo DOHC EFI DI CR Claimed 118Kw @ 3200 RPM Claimed 385Nm @ 1600 RPM |
YS23DDT – IL4 Diesel DOHC 16V DI CR Single turbo 2.3 Litre (2298cc) Claimed 120Kw @ 3750 RPM Claimed 403Nm @ 1500 RPM |
| Weight | |
| FROM 2000 Kg Towing capacity up to 3500kg |
From 2126 Kg Towing capacity up to 3500kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 80 litres Diesel 2.2lts 9.2 lts per 100km Diesel 3.2lts 8.8 lts per 100km |
Up to 80 litres IL4 Turbo Diesel 7.8 lts per 100km IL4 Twin Turbo Diesel 7.9 lts per 100km |
| Other specifications | |
| 6 speed manual or 6 speed Auto Overall height/width 1815/1860 Overall length/wheelbase 5426/3220 Tray Lxxx x Wxxxx x Dxxx mm Total payload capability 1120kg (Approx) |
6 speed manual or 7 speed Auto Overall height/width 1839/2113 Overall length/wheelbase 5340/3150 Tray L1581 x W1560 x D475 mm Total payload capability 1021kg (Approx) |
| Capability | |
| Varies dependent on configuration. Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Minimum ground clearance 232 mm Water Fording depth xxxmm Max 4WD system: Dual range 4WD or 2WD |
Angle of: (degrees) Approach 30′ Departure 25′ Breakover 24′ Minimum ground clearance xxxmm Water Fording depth 600mm Max Dual range Part-time 4×4 |
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| Pricing (Dual-Cab) |
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| 2018 From $50,000 AUD XLS 4×2 Dual Cab 4WD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc… |
2018 Approx $50,400 – 64,500 AUD 4×4 Dual Cab *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc… |