2025 Ford Ranger MS-RT in Thailand – racing style body kit, 40mm lower, 3.0L V6 turbo diesel, RM225,400

Here’s something we didn’t expect: the Ford Ranger MS-RT, a motorsport-inspired pickup previously reserved for Europeis on its way to Thailand. This may not be surprising, as the body kit is inspired by racing trucks that compete in Asian series such as Thailand Super Pickupbut it is still an interesting development.

The MS-RT has real rally history, as it was developed by Ford’s World Rally Championship (WRC) team M-Sport. On the outside, modifications include a deep front air dam with a trapezoidal air intake, a honeycomb grille and an integrated splitter, along with integrated fender flares (with front vents leading to the sculpted side skirts) that make the truck approximately 82 wider. to make. mm.

Also fitted are a roof and ducktail tailgate spoiler and a huge rear diffuser; the addition of the body kit means the truck’s distinctive side steps have been removed. Interestingly, Ford’s Super Pickup Ranger racer adopted the MS-RT body kit, so the inspiration for the truck comes full circle.

These changes are accompanied by the largest wheels ever offered on a car Ranger – intricate 21-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels – as well as an 80mm wider track, electrically retractable side steps and an MS-RT branded fuel cap.

Inside, the MS-RT gets heavily bolstered front bucket seats, which are electrically adjustable in eight directions, and a beautifully designed sports steering wheel with a blue 12 o’clock marker. The black and blue theme carries over to the leatherette and suede upholstery with blue stitching and plenty of MS-RT branding on the steering wheel, dashboard, seats and carpets.

Under the skin you will find a revised suspension consisting of firmer front dampers and a retuned rear setup. Overall, the MS-RT has been bumped to the ground by about 40mm, which not only gives the truck a squat, track-ready look, but also delivers a more precise and stable ride.

As befits its sporty character, the MS-RT is only available with the Ranger’s most powerful engine: a 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel producing 240 PS and 600 Nm of torque, sent to all four wheels via a ten-speed automatic gearbox and an electronic gearbox. four-wheel drive. In contrast to the equally performance-oriented Bird of preythe MS-RT retains the Ranger’s one-ton payload and 3,500 kg towing capacity.

Official Thai market information has not yet been provided, but Headlight magazine has released a kit list ahead of its launch at the Thai Motor Expo next month. This includes matrix LED headlights, LED front fog lights, keyless entry, remote engine start, dual-zone climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, ambient lighting, a 12.4-inch digital instrument display, a 12-inch portrait touchscreen running on SYNC 4A infotainment, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a Qi wireless charger and six speakers.

The MS-RT is also said to get the full complement of driver assistance systems such as autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, lane centering assist, evasive steering assist, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert with auto braking and reverse AEB. . Seven airbags and stability control are also available.

According to Headlight magazinethe Ranger MS-RT will be priced at 1,749,000 baht (RM225,400), which, while slightly cheaper than the Raptor in Thailand, is still a significant amount to pay for a pickup. It remains to be seen if this racing-style truck will be sold in Malaysia, but if so, would you get it at this price? Sound off in the comments after the jump.

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