In 2008 Ford released the Ranger FX4 to the truck-buying market. The Ranger came in four configurations: XLT, Sport, and FX4. The FX4 configuration is powered by the 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine, which makes 20 - 22 highway miles and 15 - 16 city. The Ranger competes in the Extended Cab Pickup market segment, in direct competition with Toyota.

Ford Ranger Engine Specs

The Ranger FX4 is equipped with a Ford 4.0 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 12 valves. The engine is mated to a Ford 5-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Ford.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Ranger has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. The truck uses torsion bar front springs and leaf in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The Ranger is 188.50 inches long, 69.40 inches wide, and 66.20 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 111.40 inches. It is able to seat 3 comfortably.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $16,780, with an invoice cost of $15,669. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Extended Cab Pickup.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel is handled for the Ranger is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 17.00-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

The 2008 Ranger gets 20 - 22 miles/gallon on the highway and only 15 - 16 in the city. This is exceptional for a extended cab pickup truck.

We Think...

There are several reasons why the Ford Ranger FX4 sold well in 2008. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Ford, specifically a Ranger.

Tags: 2-Door, Extended Cab Pickup, Ford Ranger, FX4, United States market

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