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Ford Ranger vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (45,600 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Tesla Model Y?

Ford Ranger vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Ford Ranger

Tesla Model Y

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  • visibly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ranger

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Tesla Model Y is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,306 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers significantly more range – reaching up to 657 km, about 615 km more than the Ford Ranger.

Model Y

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y offers noticeably more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 168 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 7.9 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model Y is very slightly faster – reaching 201 km/h, while the Ford Ranger tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers marginally more torque with 697 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 37 Nm more.

Ranger

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model Y is markedly lighter – 1,953 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 452 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries considerably more – 989 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 517 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Ford Ranger
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Ford Ranger
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,600 - 71,900 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 13.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
70 - 315 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
5,370 - 5,381 mm
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,918 - 1,968 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
1,884 - 1,922 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
676 - 989 kg
Payload
435 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
210 - 292 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
491 - 697 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
154 - 215 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Tesla
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