Well, since the Jeep is projected to hit the market before the new Ranger, Ford will be playing catch up. I am still sore that Ford killed the Ranger and eager for its return.
I like the size these renders seem to depict. It seems like a 3/4 Bronco which may be a sweet spot not met by the Wrangler. The big dog for off road under the Ford label already has an offering. It's called the Raptor.
For me, the top has to be removable or it's a non-starter. Also, on the...
The problem with basing it on that platform is that it is a unibody platform. It will not be taken as a serious off-road vehicle in that case. Since the rumor has it that it will be produced at the same plant as the new north American Ranger. This platform should be a body on frame design if it...