Ford is preparing to reveal another version of its Ranger MS-RT at the Paris Motor Show on October 12, offering a more aggressive take on the popular dual-cab ute.

Developed in partnership with M-Sport Road Technology (MS-RT), the latest model has been previewed in a brief teaser video revealing little beyond its front-end styling and a new bonnet stripe.

The appearance suggests a revised or special-edition model, although Ford has yet to reveal the full extent of the changes.

MS-RT has worked with Ford on modified commercial vehicles for several years, producing distinctive versions of the Transit Custom and Transit Connect alongside the Ranger.

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The Ranger MS-RT first appeared in 2021, with the current generation arriving in European markets in 2024 (above).

Unlike the Ranger Raptor, which is engineered primarily for high-speed off-road driving, the MS-RT takes a more road-oriented approach.

Based on the Ranger Wildtrak, the existing model features wider wheel arches, a distinctive honeycomb grille, deeper front bumper with integrated splitter, and 21-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels.

A rear lip spoiler and diffuser-style bumper complete the appearance, while a wider track, larger tyres and suspension lowered by 40mm give it a noticeably different stance from the standard Ranger.

Despite its motorsport-inspired styling, the diesel MS-RT retains the Wildtrak’s familiar 3.0-litre turbocharged V6, producing 177kW and 600Nm through a 10-speed automatic transmission.

That means it offers no substantial increase in engine performance over the regular model, with its appeal resting largely on its appearance and road-focused chassis changes.

In Britain, the existing diesel MS-RT costs just over £52,000 (approximately A$100,000) before VAT, approximately £6000 (approximately A$11,500) more than the equivalent Wildtrak.

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However, Australian buyers hoping to purchase one remain out of luck.

Earlier reports suggested Ford was considering introducing the MS-RT locally, but the model has never joined the Australian Ranger range, and no launch has been announced.

Whether the latest version brings more substantial mechanical upgrades remains to be seen.

For now, the MS-RT offers European Ranger buyers an alternative to the Raptor, prioritising distinctive styling and sealed-road driving over serious off-road capability.