2025 Ranger getting the “New” 2.3L Ecoboost w/ direct port injection

Texasota · Mar 24, 2025

Bronco forum is confirming that the Ranger/Bronco is getting the new 2.3 Ecoboost that is in the new Mustang.

https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/thre...oboost-engine-w-port-direct-injection.111219/

Ford Ranger 2025 Ranger getting the “New” 2.3L Ecoboost w/ direct port injection img_6918-jpe

2018 · Mar 24, 2025

I think you're right. I bought a '23 Ranger engine cover based on a previous thread saying it would work for the 2.3L, but it's not even close.

Top of my engine looks like the new 2.3L in the Bronco thread. So, I guess I'll have to wait and see what cover fits this one.

Ford Ranger 2025 Ranger getting the “New” 2.3L Ecoboost w/ direct port injection '25 ranger 2.3L engine

Rangerjimm · Mar 24, 2025

THIS IS HUGE! Im going to pick up my 25 Ranger that was built the end of Feb tomorrow. I will confirm if it has this new dual injection 2.3. I can't believe FORD didnt announce this! Here is the Bronco thread blowing this wide open:
https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/2024-vs-2025-2-3l-changes.111219/

maus92 · Mar 25, 2025

My question would be does it improve the torque range profile? This is the biggest downside of the 2.3 for those of us who driving in busy urban / suburban traffic with constant speed changes.

Rangerjimm · Mar 25, 2025

maus92 said:
My question would be does it improve the torque range profile? This is the biggest downside of the 2.3 for those of us who driving in busy urban / suburban traffic with constant speed changes.

It mentions a new twin scroll turbo that improves lag. " It has a new, more responsive twin scroll turbocharger and an electronic wastegate in addition to the engine changes so all in all a pretty significant update. "

maus92 · Mar 25, 2025

Rangerjimm said:
It mentions a new twin scroll turbo that improves lag.

Hope your delivery goes well today!

Rangerjimm · Mar 25, 2025

maus92 said:
Hope your delivery goes well today!

Thanks maus. I have been driving a 2017 Ram hemi that I bought new and has never been back to the dealer for an issue so I am a little nervous. If it has the new (to the Ranger) engine with the port and direct injection that will be a nice bonus that I didnt know about when I ordered it in Nov.

SnyperX · Mar 25, 2025

I just picked up my 2024 XLT. Looks like I just missed out on the new 2.3 engine. I have the old 2.3L.

Rangerjimm · Mar 25, 2025

SnyperX said:
I just picked up my 2024 XLT. Looks like I just missed out on the new 2.3 engine. I have the old 2.3L.

Old=Reliable I wouldnt worry

richman555 · Mar 25, 2025

One of the reasons I ordered the 2.7 was for the port and direct injection. This is definitely a value add for the base engine. Also I assume you don't have to deal with a 'wet' timing belt replacement in this version of the 2.3.

2018 · Mar 26, 2025

It might be helpful if someone can post a 2024 Ranger 2.3L engine so we can compare it against my 2025 2.3L engine pic above.

I know Ford monitors these sites, so if someone from there can step up and confirm what has changed it would be appreciated.

And if so, it would be good to also provide details on the new engine. If it is the new config (like Mustang) then is it also the same tune, same HP/Torque, or a de tuned version ?

I went to my local dealer yesterday and checked base Mustang and Broncos with the 2.3L. The Mustang looks like my Ranger, but the Bronco doesn't .... and it didn't look like the one on Bronco forum.

Rangerjimm · Mar 26, 2025

Here is my 25 Ranger I got yesterday. Its like yours and the Mustangs. The Mustangs used the NEW 2.3 all through the 2024 model year. But I agree, a pic of the 2024 Ranger 2.3 and details from Ford would be helpful. Was the Bronco you looked at a 24 maybe?

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2018 · Mar 26, 2025

Went back to the Bronco window sticker and it is a '24 model, so perhaps the earlier Bronco thread is correct.

Can anyone post a '24 Ranger 2.3L ? Or better yet, can someone with Ford manufacturing knowledge provide guidance on this ?

If not, this is all just speculation on our part.

Meatbag · Mar 26, 2025

Here's 2024 2.3 vs 2025 2.3

Ford Ranger 2025 Ranger getting the “New” 2.3L Ecoboost w/ direct port injection 20250320_124153~3

2018 · Mar 27, 2025

Thanks, but that looks like the Bronco pic's. Looking for 2024 Ranger 2.3L pic ...
Regardless, let's remember this is all speculation until we get some kind of formal news from Ford.

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