Is there a 5 cylinder Ford Ranger?
Markets and availability of the 3.2L inline-5 Duratorq
The following overview highlights the regions and approximate time frame when the 3.2L Duratorq inline‑5 diesel was offered in Ranger models.
- Australia and New Zealand: 3.2L Duratorq TDCi inline‑5 diesel used in Ranger variants (and Everest) during the mid‑2010s; offered with manual or automatic transmissions; no U.S. availability.
- Europe (selected markets): 3.2L Duratorq inline‑5 diesel available in some Ranger models in the early‑to‑late 2010s; later largely replaced by smaller four‑cylinder options in new orders.
- Other Asia‑Pacific markets: The inline‑5 diesel appeared in certain Ranger trims in the same period, depending on local regulations and supplier configurations.
- North America: The Ranger line in the United States and Canada did not offer a five‑cylinder engine; U.S. Rangers used four‑cylinder EcoBoost or similar engines.
Across these markets, the 3.2L Duratorq inline‑5 diesel was valued for its torque and capability, aligning with trekking and work‑truck duties. Availability depended on model year, trim level, and transmission pairing.
How it fit into the Ranger lineup
When offered, the five‑cylinder engine typically paired with Ford’s manual or automatic transmissions of the era and was marketed as a balance between payload, towing capability, and efficiency. It was not a global standard and did not appear in the U.S. Ranger program.
Current status and legacy
As Ford refined the Ranger for global markets, the 3.2L Duratorq inline‑5 was gradually phased out in favor of smaller four‑cylinder diesels and newer powertrain families in many regions. Today, the U.S.-market Ranger uses four‑cylinder EcoBoost engines, and the worldwide Ranger lineup emphasizes four‑cylinder diesels like EcoBlue in some markets and EcoBoost petrol options in others. The five‑cylinder option remains a historical note for the Ranger rather than a current offering.
Summary
In short: there is a five‑cylinder Ford Ranger, but only in certain markets and model years. The 3.2L Duratorq inline‑5 diesel was available in the Ranger in Australia, parts of Europe, and select Asia‑Pacific markets during the 2010s, but it was never offered in the U.S. Ranger lineup. Modern Rangers worldwide now rely on four‑cylinder powertrains, with no current five‑cylinder option.
