The Ford Ranger is a regular cab , extended cab offered in 2WD Reg Cab 112" XL , 2WD Reg Cab 112" XLT , 2WD 2dr SuperCab 126" XL , 2WD 2dr SuperCab 126" XLT , 2WD 2dr SuperCab 126" Sport , 2WD 4dr SuperCab 126" XLT , 2WD 4dr SuperCab 126" Sport , 4WD 4dr SuperCab 126" XLT and 4WD 4dr SuperCab 126" Sport . The powertrains include 2.3-liter 4 (143 hp) and 4.0-liter V6 (207 hp) engines, and 5-speed automatic and 5-speed manual transmissions. It is Rear or part-time 4WD wheel drive. EPA-rated fuel economy ranges from 14 mpg city to 18 mpg highway. The Ranger uses Regular fuel.
The Ranger has a 5,600 towing capacity.
Standard safety equipment includes Standard/no (Side air bags, front/rear), Standard Stability control, Standard Antilock brakes.
Competing models include .
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