Getting 20 – 22 Miles a Gallon: The Ford Ranger for 2008
There have been several award-winning trucks from Ford over the years, including the Ford Ranger of 2008. There are four trim levels to the Ranger, including XLT, Sport, and FX4. The FX4 version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 2007 the popular 4.0 liter has made this a popular choice for extended cab pickup buyers nationwide.
Under the Hood
Ford Ranger Engine Specs: The Ranger FX4 comes outfitted with a 4.0 liter, 6-cylinder motor that uses 12 valves. The engine, manufactured by Ford, is mated to a five-speed transmission by Toyo Kogyo (Mazda). This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Ford.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Ranger uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by torsion bar front springs and leaf in the rear.
Statistics
The dimensions of the Ranger FX4 are 69.40 inches wide by 188.50 inches long. It sits 66.20 inches off the ground. It seats a standard three passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 111.40 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $16,780, with a dealer invoice cost of $15,669. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Extended Cab Pickup.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2008 Ranger's exceptional fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected MFI style of design. The fuel capacity of the truck is 17.00 gallons.
The Ranger FX4 received a miles-per-gallon rating of 15 - 16 in-city driving and 20 - 22 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was within normal parameters.
What We Think of the Ford Ranger
The 2008 model year was very successful for the Ford Ranger. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the FX4 version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
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