2024 Ford Ranger

Drive and Performance 7.9/10

Handling and ride quality have both improved with the latest Ranger generation. It's quiet and composed around town and manages to cushion the blow of most road imperfections fairly well. On a less positive note, most critics agree that the steering continues to feel numb.

Ford stayed with the turbocharged 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder for its base engine, though a new twin-turbo 2.7-liter EcoBoost engine is available on higher trims. Though drivers will undoubtedly be curious about the more potent version, the base engine puts out plenty of power for average driving needs. If you need more aggressive off-road performance, the Ranger Raptor features a robust twin-turbo 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6. A smooth-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission is standard across the lineup and can be paired with either rear- or four-wheel drive. The Ranger can tow up to 7,500 pounds (5,510 pounds for the Raptor).

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Fuel Economy 8.5/10

The 2024 Ford Ranger gets decent gas mileage for a compact pickup truck. Rear-wheel drive models with the 2.3-liter EcoBoost inline-four engine achieve 21 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. Four-wheel-drive models with the same engine dip slightly to 20/24 mpg city/highway. Models with the 2.7-liter EcoBoost six-cylinder are rated at 19/23 mpg city/highway. The Ranger Raptor, which has a 3.0-liter EcoBoost engine, drops to 16/18 mpg city/highway.

Interior 6.6/10

The new Ranger's interior is a noticeable improvement over the outgoing generation, though it remains minimalistic. It can seat up to five people, and there's an impressive amount of head- and legroom for a midsize pickup. The standard cloth bucket seats upfront offer plenty of cushioning and support, and even the bench seat in the rear is decently comfortable.

Now only available as a Crew Cab, the Ranger comes with a 5-foot bed measuring 43.5 cubic feet, which is good for a compact pickup truck. Also, its 4-foot width means you can now fit sheets of plywood nicely between the wheel wells. Payload capacity ranges between 1,375 and 1,805 pounds. While there's additional room underneath the rear seats and the seat backs fold flat to accommodate more cargo, interior storage could be better.

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Value 7.8/10

The 2024 Ford Ranger has an average value rating for the compact pickup truck class. We determine value based on the vehicle's estimated total cost of ownership, along with the vehicle's MSRP for its base and top trims.

Safety 8.4/10

The 2024 Ranger hasn't been crash tested, and this Ford has a modest suite of standard driver-assistance features, including a rearview camera and blind-spot monitoring. More advanced safety features are found on higher trims.

For installing child safety seats, there are two complete sets of LATCH connectors for the rear outboard seats and a tether anchor for the rear middle seat.

Quality and Reliability 87.0/100

The 2024 Ford Ranger has a predicted reliability score of 87 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.

Critics’ Rating 6.9/10

The 2024 Ford Ranger receives a critics' rating that is below average for the class. This rating, which is driven by our qualitative research, represents the overall tone and recommendation level that the automotive press places on a car.

Pricing

How Much Is a 2024 Ford Ranger?

Once considered one of the more affordable compact pickup options, the 2024 Ford Ranger's remodel has pushed it into pricier territory compared to many rivals. The entry-level Ranger XL has a starting MSRP of $32,670 for the rear-wheel drive model, and it comes with standard features like cloth upholstery, a 10-inch touch screen and Apple CarPlay. The XLT trim starts at $35,610 for the rear-wheel drive model and includes extras such as wireless device charging and lane-keep assist. The price of the rear-wheel-drive Lariat rises to $43,630, and it's additional amenities include leather upholstery, a 12-inch touch screen, a heated steering wheel and a 10-speaker Bang & Olufsen stereo. Finally, the new-to-the-U.S. Ranger Raptor starts at $55,470 and features standard all-wheel drive, a 3.0-liter EcoBoost engine and exclusive off-road equipment such as Fox shocks and locking front and rear axles.

Is the 2024 Ford Ranger a Good Truck?

Yes, the 2024 Ranger is a good compact pickup that's even better with its latest redesign. It features more refined road manners, a peppier engine and impressive advanced towing technology if you plan on doing any trailering.

That said, the Ranger has several worthy opponents to consider before you make your final purchase decision. The Hyundai Santa Cruz and Honda Ridgeline are unibody pickups, which means they drive more like a car than a truck, so you can expect a more comfortable and refined ride quality. If you need a little more muscle for towing and/or hauling, the GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado both have a higher towing capacity than the Ranger. And if you value fuel economy above all else, the Ford Maverick should be your go-to.

2023 vs. 2024 Ford Ranger: What's the Difference?

For 2024, the Ranger is fully redesigned from the inside out. Among the changes, Ford adds an available 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 to the engine lineup, along with advanced towing technology, fold-flat rear seats and a wider (4-foot) bed. Also, the performance-focused new-to-the-U.S. Ranger Raptor joins the trim lineup. Lastly, Ford discontinued the SuperCab body style, making the Crew Cab the only option.

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Here are the key changes for the Ford Ranger over the last few years:

If you're considering an older model, be sure to read our 2021 Ranger, 2022 Ranger and 2023 Ranger reviews to help make your decision. Also, check out our Best New Car Deals and Best New Car Lease Deals pages to learn about savings and discounts you can find on new vehicles.

2024 Ford Ranger Versus the Competition

Ford Ranger vs. Chevrolet Colorado

The Chevy Colorado leads the compact pickup truck segment in terms of towing capability, with a 7,700-pound capacity that bests the Ranger's 7,500-pound limit. Like the Ford, this Chevy is only available in a Crew Cab body style, and its interior quality is a bit spartan unless you opt for higher trims. The Colorado's standard infotainment touch screen is larger, and its base starting price is lower than the Ranger's, but the Chevy's entry-level trim's engine is not as powerful as the Ford's. The Raptor competes directly with the Colorado ZR2 Bison, and both possess impressive off-road capabilities. Overall, the Colorado has the slight edge, but both trucks are worth checking out.

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Ford Ranger vs. Toyota Tacoma

The Toyota Tacoma is also redesigned for 2024, and it offers more trim choices, including a hybrid option. Even the lowest trims have better interiors and stronger engines than the Ranger, making them more attractive to potential buyers looking for capable work trucks. Moving up the Tacoma trim ladder gets you more refined driving dynamics and greater off-road capabilities. The Ford has the upper hand when it comes to towing and rear-seat legroom, but the Toyota gives you more standard features for the price. Your decision will likely come down to personal preference.

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2024 Ford Ranger Models and Trims

The 2024 Ford Ranger comes in four trims: XL, XLT, Lariat and Raptor. A turbocharged 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine with 270 horsepower is standard on the XL, XLT and Lariat, with a 315-horsepower twin-turbo 2.7-liter EcoBoost six-cylinder option coming soon. The Raptor's engine is a 405-horsepower twin-turbo 3.0-liter EcoBoost six-cylinder.

All trims come with a 10-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard and four-wheel drive is available. All models are only available in a Crew Cab body style.

Ford Ranger XL

The base XL trim starts at $32,670 for the rear-wheel-drive model and $36,315 for models with four-wheel drive. Standard features include cloth upholstery, an eight-way manually adjustable driver's seat, a six-way manually adjustable passenger seat, fold-flat rear seats, a 10-inch center touch screen, an 8-inch digital gauge cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, a six-speaker stereo, a Wi-Fi hot spot, USB ports and remote keyless entry with remote tailgate lock.

Standard driver-assistance features include a rearview camera, forward collision warning, forward automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, automatic high-beam headlights, lane-departure warning and driver-attention monitoring.

The Trailer Tow Package ($495) adds a four- or seven-pin wiring harness and a Class IV trailer hitch receiver.

Ford Ranger XLT

With a starting MSRP of $35,610 for the rear-wheel-drive model and $39,595 for versions with four-wheel drive, the XLT adds wireless device charging, satellite radio, in-bed power outlets, power-folding mirrors and remote start. Extra standard driver-assistance features include lane-keep assist and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.

Available stand-alone features include LED headlamps and fog lamps, dual-zone automatic climate control, a 12-inch touch screen, navigation, a 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat, an eight-way power-adjustable passenger seat, front parking sensors, enhanced park assist, adaptive cruise control and a surround-view camera system.

Several packages are also available. The Technology package ($1,560) adds adaptive cruise control, front parking sensors, a surround-view camera system, enhanced park assist and navigation. The Advanced Towing Package ($825) includes the Trailer Tow package with trailer brake control and Pro Trailer Backup Assist. An FX4 Off-Road Package ($1,295) is exclusively available to four-wheel-drive models and adds off-road tires, an electronic-locking rear differential, a steel bash plate, off-road-tuned shocks, trail control, selectable drive modes and other off-road equipment.

Ford Ranger Lariat

The Lariat trim's price bumps up to $43,630 for the rear-wheel drive model and $47,115 for four-wheel drive. Extras include 18-inch wheels, leather upholstery, heated and power-adjustable front seats with memory settings for the driver, a heated steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, push-button start, a 12-inch touch screen, a 10-speaker Bang & Olufsen stereo, HD radio, navigation, ambient interior lighting and a universal garage door opener.

Additional standard driver-assistance features include adaptive cruise control, front parking sensors, enhanced park assist, rain-sensing windshield wipers and a surround-view camera system.

The Trailer Tow package, Advanced Towing package and FX4 Off-Road package (for four-wheel-drive models only) remain available.

Ford Ranger Raptor

The performance-oriented Raptor costs $55,470 to start, and it's only available with four-wheel drive. This trim comes with the same amenities as the Lariat, plus off-road features like electronic-locking front and rear axles, steel front and rear bumpers, rear tow hooks, a steel bash plate, a dual exhaust, 2.5-inch Fox live valve shocks and a Watts-link rear suspension. Ford Trail Control and Active Park Assist 2.0 also come standard, and Beadlock capable wheels are available.

The Advanced Towing and Trailer Tow packages are included.

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2024 Ford Ranger Safety

2024 Ranger Crash Test Results

Neither the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration nor the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has crash tested the 2024 Ford Ranger.

2024 Ranger Safety Features

Standard driver-assistance features:

Available driver-assistance features:

Warranty

Ford covers the 2024 Ranger with a three-year/36,000-mile limited warranty and a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty.

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Specs and Features

The Ranger's updated infotainment system is a considerable improvement over the outgoing version. The touch screens are larger, more responsive and more modern-looking with high-resolution images. Many controls have redundant physical buttons below the touch screen, which is a helpful feature. However, some commands are buried deep in menus.

For more information, read What Is Apple CarPlay? and What Is Android Auto?

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Why You Can Trust Our Reviews

U.S. News & World Report has been ranking the best cars, trucks and SUVs since 2007, and our staff has more than 75 years of combined experience in the auto industry.

This 2024 Ranger review combines 11 professional reviews with concrete data like performance specs, fuel economy estimates and safety ratings and incorporates applicable research for all models in this generation, which launched for 2024. Check out excerpts from some of the reviews that drive our rankings and analysis.