One of the big news stories in late 2025 at Ford was its decision to axe the bi-turbo engine options in favor of V6 power units for its popular Ranger and Everest models. And it seems this decision is now more solid, with Ford reiterating its confidence that this move is headed in the right direction for these models.
According to a report by Australian media outlet Drive, Ford will remove the 2.0-litre bi-turbo four-cylinder diesel engine from the Ranger and Everest lineups in 2026. The move follows customer feedback pointing to stronger demand for V6 powertrains.
Ford Australia Marketing Director Ambrose Henderson said that the American blue oval brand is “incredibly confident” in the upcoming changes, stressing that the revised range reflects what buyers of the Ranger and Everest have been asking for. He added that customers have consistently called for wider access to Ford’s V6 offerings, indicating a need to reshape the aforementioned models’ playbook for 2026 and beyond.
While the bi-turbo diesel engine is being phased out, its single-turbo version is not disappearing entirely. Ford reiterates that a single-turbo 2.0-litre diesel will remain part of the range, maintaining an entry-level option for buyers prioritizing efficiency or cost.
Rather than narrowing down the choices, Ford is positioning the change as a broadening of its powertrain portfolio. Henderson shared that Ford will continue to offer multiple engine options, including a 4-cylinder turbo-diesel, a V6 turbo-diesel, a V6 gasoline performance engine, and the newly launched Ranger hybrid.
Ford’s confidence suggests that the company sees V6 power not as a niche upgrade, but as a core expectation from pickup truck and SUV buyers, especially in Australia. By aligning its engine strategy with customer demand, Ford appears prepared to trade complexity in its 4-cylinder offerings for a cleaner, more performance-focused lineup leading into 2026.
Of note, Ford’s Australian market is set to be the first region to adopt the update. But as part of the company’s global shift to address stricter emission regulations and its future plans, the rest of Ford’s regional markets worldwide will most likely follow suit. It’s just a matter of time.
