From early 2026, Ford will officially stop supplying the 2.0L EcoBlue 4-cylinder single-turbo and twin-turbo diesel engines on the Ranger pickup line in Europe and the UK. This information was confirmed by a spokesperson for Ford UK, according to the specialized news site Professional Van. This engine is also currently used on Ranger models in Vietnam.
The move is designed to help Ford meet increasingly stringent European Union (EU) emissions regulations and align its product portfolio with market trends. Replacing the four-cylinder engine lineup are more fuel-efficient and lower-emission options, including a 3.0-liter V6 diesel and a 2.3-liter gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain. The high-performance Ranger Raptor continues to retain its Europe-exclusive twin-turbo V6 gasoline engine.
Ford Australia is not affected, Ranger diesel version remains the same
Meanwhile, Ford Australia has confirmed that it has no plans to change the Ranger product line in this market. That means Ranger versions using 2.0L single-turbo and twin-turbo diesel engines will continue to be distributed in Australia. These models are currently manufactured in Thailand, unlike the European Ranger which is assembled in South Africa.
The move to phase out the 2.0L diesel engine in Europe also helps Ford significantly improve the average CO₂ emissions of the entire Ranger portfolio, as hybrid variants can cut emissions by more than 50% under WLTP testing conditions.
The 2.0L EcoBlue engine that replaced the 2.2L Duratorq
Launched in 2018, the 2.0L EcoBlue diesel engine was developed by Ford to replace the old 2.2L Duratorq engine. In the European market, this engine is sold with a single or twin turbo configuration, with the options of a 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic or 10-speed transmission.
Currently, Ford Ranger versions using the 2.0L EcoBlue engine are still being sold in Vietnam. However, with the American automaker's energy transition roadmap, it is possible that other markets in the region will soon have similar adjustments in the near future.
In Vietnam, Ford Ranger still maintains its leading position in the pickup truck segment with 1,254 vehicles sold in May, down 8.2% compared to 1,366 vehicles in April. Despite the decrease in sales, Ranger still maintains a large gap compared to other competitors in the segment.
Source: https://khoahocdoisong.vn/ford-ranger-ban-may-dau-20l-sap-bi-khai-tu-tu-2026-post1551334.html
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