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2026 Ford Ranger
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2026 Ford Ranger

The redesigned Ranger may look like the outgoing model, but it is slightly larger, with a screen-filled modern interior, a wider bed, and a generous suite of advanced safety features. There is now just a single body style, the crew cab, offered in two- and four-wheel drive. The base 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine again has 270 hp. The midlevel option is a more powerful 315-hp, 2.7-liter turbocharged V6. The new off-road-focused Raptor has a 455-hp, 3.0-liter turbocharged V6. All engines use a 10-speed automatic transmission. The instrument cluster is either the standard 8-inch or the upgraded 12.4-inch display. Likewise, the center infotainment screen is either 10.1-inch or upgraded 12-inch display with the latest Sync 4A system. The standard active safety features include AEB with pedestrian detection. BSW, RCTW, active parking assistance and trailer assistance are available.

Market value
$35,600
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2026
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability 3/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
crew cab
Drive type
4WD
Transmission
Automatic, 10-speed
Category
Midsized pickup trucks
Generation began
2024

Pricing

Current retail median
$35,600
Retail value range
$28,175 - $64,125
Original MSRP range
$33,350 - $57,070
Trade-in range
$24,800 - $58,355

Ratings

Road test score
56/100
Reliability
3/5

Fuel economy

EPA city
20 MPG
EPA highway
24 MPG
EPA combined
22 MPG
Tested city
14 MPG
Tested highway
28 MPG
Tested overall
21 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,875
Cruising range
390 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3.6 sec
0-60 mph
7.9 sec
60-0 mph braking
150 ft
Avoidance speed
49 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
211 in
Width
76 in
Height
74 in
Wheelbase
129 in
Weight
4,450 lb
Maximum load
1,670 lb
Towing capacity
7,500 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
5 in
Front leg room
42 in
Rear head room
3 in
Rear leg room
29.5 in

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
6/10
Greenhouse gas score
5/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Ford

Among Ford’s SUVs and pickups, the smallest options usually earn our highest ratings. Consumer Reports has recommended the Mustang Mach-E EV, the thrilling Mustang coupe and convertible, and the Maverick, a small pickup truck available with a hybrid powertrain. Most other vehicles, however, score low in our road tests and have average to below average reliability. With some exceptions, used Fords can be a risk. The Ford F-150 pickup combines true truck capabilities with quiet, roomy cabins, making it one of the best-selling vehicles in the U.S. However, our tests found that recent F-150s have a stiff ride, unresponsive handling, and below average reliability. The Lightning, an EV version of the F-150, drives better and is faster than its gasoline equivalent. The Bronco SUVs has exceptional off-road ability and classic boxy styling, but suffers from issues like wind noise and long stopping distances.

Vehicle ID: 38766 Updated: December 4, 2025

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