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Tipping rear box has a capacity
of 435kg – part of a total payload
of 720kg. The new diesel-engined
version of the Ranger can also tow a
trailer of up to 1134kg in weightwheels and travel to do the hard work while you
can stay relaxed in the improved cabin.
Practicality is at the forefront of the cabin’s
design but, even so, Polaris has taken the liberty
of enlarging the ingress by 13cm and providing
an extra 2.5cm of padding for your wary behind
on the seat. The latter ¾ ips up on the passenger’s
side to make room for extra storage, or even a
four-legged friend. Everywhere you look, you’ll
fi nd useful pockets of storage, from the two
gloveboxes to the six (six!) cupholders dotted
about the vehicle.
The loadspace at the back tips up and every
part of the box can be accessed, no matter
which angle you’re reaching in from. The capacity
of the box stands at 435kg and the vehicle’s
payload now totals 720kg. If you need to tow
something behind you, meanwhile, you can haul
up to 1134kg.
Back inside, you now have a height adjustable
steering wheel and a digital readout to keep
an eye on your speed and selected driving
mode. There are three to choose from in total,
consisting of the one-wheel drive Turf Mode, a
two-wheel drive setting propelling just the rears
and an on-demand all-wheel drive mode that
delivers more torque to the front when required.
The Polaris Engine Braking System also works
with the Active Descent Control to provide
maximum control on the way down, and there’s
further technology at the front with the Polaris
Pulse electrical system located under the bonnet.Essentially this is made up of a selection of ports
which can be used for various accessories you
may need to attach, from light bars to snow
ploughs or even a fridge. There are more than
200 accessories available, all designed for perfect
integration with the Ranger.
Thus the Ranger is now better than ever – and
with its new diesel engine, it’s more ¾ exible.
Cheaper, too, especially if you’re in a position to
load its tank with red and are thus able to run it
without paying tax on your fuel.
It’s a brilliant off-roader, able to keep going
through mud, sand, water and anything else in its
way; it’s a truly practical and versatile machine
which, if you have the need for such a thing, will
perfectly integrate itself into your work life.