Ford Australia is dropping the 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel from its Ranger and Everest line-ups, confirming a powertrain reshuffle that puts more emphasis on the 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel.

The update will see the V6 offered on a broader spread of models, with full details still to come. It’s a move that should appeal to owners who tow or carry heavy loads and have been asking for wider access to the larger-capacity engine.

As part of the changes Ford will also scrap its six-speed automatic, making the 10-speed auto standard across all automatic variants. The remaining 2.0-litre single-turbo diesel stays on as the entry option but picks up a revised fuel-injection system and a timing-chain upgrade aimed at improving durability.

“By focusing on the newly updated 2.0-litre turbo diesel and expanding the availability of our popular 3.0-litre V6, we’re giving customers more access to the power, torque and refinement they love, whether they’re on the job site or heading out for a weekend adventure,” said Ambrose Henderson, Director of Marketing, Ford Australia.

Ford gave the outgoing engine a send-off, of sorts, launching the Everest Sport bi-turbo in October, priced from $71,190 before on-road costs (around $75K driveaway). Earlier in the year we also saw the return of the limited-run Ranger Black Edition, which utilises the 2.0-litre bi-turbo-powered XL dual-cab as its base.

The updated Ranger and Everest line-ups are due in showrooms in the first half of 2026.