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2006 Ford Ranger Full Review
Date Published: 2/20/08
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2006 Ford Ranger Review
Ford's compact pickups get only a mild facelift for 2006. Ranger offers regular-cab and extended SuperCab models spanning six trim packages. SuperCabs have two rear fold-down jump seats as standard or optional, depending on trim, and are available with back-hinged rear access doors. Regulars offer 6- and 7-ft cargo beds; SuperCabs use the 6-ft only. Engines comprise a 2.3-liter 4-cyl and 3.0- and 4.0-liter V6s. All use manual or 5-speed automatic transmission and standard rear-wheel drive. V6s also offer 4WD that should not be left engaged on dry pavement but includes low-range gearing. All models come with 4-wheel ABS. Leather upholstery is among the many options. Mazda's B-Series trucks are retrimmed Rangers with a different pricing and features mix. Styling changes for '06 Rangers involve modest revisions to bumpers, grille, fenders, and lights.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Compact Pickups offer a true-truck design in a relatively modest package. They are best suited for personal or light-duty use rather than commercial use, heavy hauling, or towing.
Our Best Buy is Toyota Tacoma. Our Recommended picks include Dodge Dakota and Honda Ridgeline.
New or significantly redesigned models include Isuzu i-280/i-350 and Mitsubishi Raider.
Our Best Buy is Toyota Tacoma. Our Recommended picks include Dodge Dakota and Honda Ridgeline.
New or significantly redesigned models include Isuzu i-280/i-350 and Mitsubishi Raider.
News
After several aborted tries over 17 years, Ranger will apparently get a ground-up redesign for 2010, though some Ford suppliers are reportedly unsure of that timing. There's speculation the new design will be commonized with Rangers built in Asia and South America, which could mean sourcing from one or both of those regions, plus a crew-cab body style never before offered in the U.S.
2006 Ford Ranger Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Acceleration (4.0-liter V6) | Rear-seat comfort (extended cab) |
| Build quality | Ride |
| Rear-seat entry/exit (extended cab) | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Adequate with 3.0-liter V6, but we prefer the 4.0 for its extra power, especially at low speeds. Either works nicely with the 5-speed automatic transmission. No 4-cyl models made available for test.
| 2WD Sport 3.0 reg. cab, auto. | 2WD XLT 4.0 SuperCab, auto. | 4WD XLT FX4/Off-Rd. SuperCab, auto. | Class Average |
| 3 | 5 | 5 | 4.8 |
Adequate with 3.0-liter V6, but we prefer the 4.0 for its extra power, especially at low speeds. Either works nicely with the 5-speed automatic transmission. No 4-cyl models made available for test.
Fuel Economy
Test FX4 SuperCabs with 4.0 V6 and automatic transmission averaged 12.9-14.4 mpg in mix of city/highway driving. EPA fuel-economy estimates for 2WD versions are 2-4 mpg better. Expect little difference with 3.0 V6, low to mid 20s with 4-cyl models. Regular-grade fuel recommended for all engines.
| 2WD Sport 3.0 reg. cab, auto. | 2WD XLT 4.0 SuperCab, auto. | 4WD XLT FX4/Off-Rd. SuperCab, auto. | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Test FX4 SuperCabs with 4.0 V6 and automatic transmission averaged 12.9-14.4 mpg in mix of city/highway driving. EPA fuel-economy estimates for 2WD versions are 2-4 mpg better. Expect little difference with 3.0 V6, low to mid 20s with 4-cyl models. Regular-grade fuel recommended for all engines.
Ride Quality
Decent for trucks, regardless of engine or brand name. These pickups jiggle on rough roads, but absorb big bumps pretty well. FX4 has surprisingly civilized ride for an "off-road" model; Level II version, not yet tested, includes 31-inch tires and special shock absorbers.
| 2WD Sport 3.0 reg. cab, auto. | 2WD XLT 4.0 SuperCab, auto. | 4WD XLT FX4/Off-Rd. SuperCab, auto. | Class Average |
| 3 | 4 | 3 | 4.3 |
Decent for trucks, regardless of engine or brand name. These pickups jiggle on rough roads, but absorb big bumps pretty well. FX4 has surprisingly civilized ride for an "off-road" model; Level II version, not yet tested, includes 31-inch tires and special shock absorbers.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Stable in corners with moderate body lean, nicely weighted steering, good directional stability. But as usual with pickups, bumpy corners can cause rear-end hop without a substantial load in the bed.
| 2WD Sport 3.0 reg. cab, auto. | 2WD XLT 4.0 SuperCab, auto. | 4WD XLT FX4/Off-Rd. SuperCab, auto. | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3.9 |
Stable in corners with moderate body lean, nicely weighted steering, good directional stability. But as usual with pickups, bumpy corners can cause rear-end hop without a substantial load in the bed.
Quietness
Noisier than Dodge Dakota, but good isolation from engine, wind, and road ruckus. The 4.0 V6 is smoother, quieter than the 3.0 V6.
| 2WD Sport 3.0 reg. cab, auto. | 2WD XLT 4.0 SuperCab, auto. | 4WD XLT FX4/Off-Rd. SuperCab, auto. | Class Average |
| 3 | 4 | 3 | 4.4 |
Noisier than Dodge Dakota, but good isolation from engine, wind, and road ruckus. The 4.0 V6 is smoother, quieter than the 3.0 V6.
Controls
Ford and Mazda versions share a convenient dashboard design, solid overall assembly. Materials appropriate for price.
| 2WD Sport 3.0 reg. cab, auto. | 2WD XLT 4.0 SuperCab, auto. | 4WD XLT FX4/Off-Rd. SuperCab, auto. | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 5.8 |
Ford and Mazda versions share a convenient dashboard design, solid overall assembly. Materials appropriate for price.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Good head and leg room, but three adults a tight squeeze. Regular cab has enough seat travel, seatback recline for acceptably comfortable positioning. Entry/exit borders on awkward in high-riding 4WDs and 2WD Sports.
| 2WD Sport 3.0 reg. cab, auto. | 2WD XLT 4.0 SuperCab, auto. | 4WD XLT FX4/Off-Rd. SuperCab, auto. | Class Average |
| 3 | 4 | 4 | 5.2 |
Good head and leg room, but three adults a tight squeeze. Regular cab has enough seat travel, seatback recline for acceptably comfortable positioning. Entry/exit borders on awkward in high-riding 4WDs and 2WD Sports.
Room/Comfort (rear)
SuperCab's available rear half-doors are a plus, but are awkward to maneuver around in tight spaces. With or without those, rear seat is skimpy, cramped, and thus best used for toddlers or cargo.
| 2WD Sport 3.0 reg. cab, auto. | 2WD XLT 4.0 SuperCab, auto. | 4WD XLT FX4/Off-Rd. SuperCab, auto. | Class Average |
| 0 | 1 | 1 | 2.5 |
SuperCab's available rear half-doors are a plus, but are awkward to maneuver around in tight spaces. With or without those, rear seat is skimpy, cramped, and thus best used for toddlers or cargo.
Cargo Room
Regulars have useful space behind the bench or bucket seats. SuperCabs carry lots of stuff. Rear access doors don't open independently of the fronts, making loading difficult in confined spaces.
| 2WD Sport 3.0 reg. cab, auto. | 2WD XLT 4.0 SuperCab, auto. | 4WD XLT FX4/Off-Rd. SuperCab, auto. | Class Average |
| 1 | 3 | 3 | 3.7 |
Regulars have useful space behind the bench or bucket seats. SuperCabs carry lots of stuff. Rear access doors don't open independently of the fronts, making loading difficult in confined spaces.
Value within Class
This basic design is more than a decade old and acts like it. Rivals, all much newer, offer better power, refinement, room, and comfort. Still, Ranger and the similar Mazda B-series are proven workhorses that are attractively priced and often heavily discounted. Ford offers a wider array of features than the B-Series does, plus the convenience of more dealers.
| 2WD Sport 3.0 reg. cab, auto. | 2WD XLT 4.0 SuperCab, auto. | 4WD XLT FX4/Off-Rd. SuperCab, auto. | Class Average |
| 6 | 8 | 7 | 6.2 |
This basic design is more than a decade old and acts like it. Rivals, all much newer, offer better power, refinement, room, and comfort. Still, Ranger and the similar Mazda B-series are proven workhorses that are attractively priced and often heavily discounted. Ford offers a wider array of features than the B-Series does, plus the convenience of more dealers.
Total Score
| 2WD Sport 3.0 reg. cab, auto. | 2WD XLT 4.0 SuperCab, auto. | 4WD XLT FX4/Off-Rd. SuperCab, auto. | Class Average |
| 32 | 42 | 38 | 44.8 |
Scores for all Compact Pickup Trucks
| Low Score | 32 | |
| Average Score | 44 | |
| High Score | 60 |
2006 Ford Ranger Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 01/26/2006
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| 2WD XL 2.3-liter regular cab, short bed | $14,450 | $13,854 | $635 |
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| 2WD XL 2.3-liter regular cab, long bed | $15,555 | $14,882 | $635 |
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| 4WD XL 3.0-liter regular cab, short bed | $18,140 | $17,285 | $635 |
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| 4WD XL 3.0-liter regular cab, long bed | $19,250 | $18,318 | $635 |
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| 2WD XL 2.3-liter SuperCab ext. cab 2-door, short bed | $16,160 | $15,444 | $635 |
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| 4WD XL 4.0-liter SuperCab ext. cab 2-door, short bed | $20,045 | $19,057 | $635 |
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| 2WD STX 3.0-liter regular cab, short bed | $16,055 | $14,865 | $635 |
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| 2WD STX 3.0-liter SuperCab ext. cab 2-door, short bed | $17,850 | $16,481 | $635 |
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| 2WD STX 3.0-liter SuperCab ext. cab 4-door, short bed | $19,215 | $17,708 | $635 |
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| 2WD Sport 3.0-liter regular cab, short bed | $16,840 | $15,571 | $635 |
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| 4WD Sport 3.0-liter regular cab, short bed | $20,460 | $18,829 | $635 |
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| 2WD Sport 3.0-liter SuperCab ext. cab 2-door, short bed | $18,630 | $17,182 | $635 |
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| 2WD Sport 3.0-liter SuperCab ext. cab 4-door, short bed | $19,995 | $18,411 | $635 |
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| 4WD Sport 4.0-liter SuperCab ext. cab 2-door, short bed | $22,450 | $20,621 | $635 |
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| 4WD Sport 4.0-liter SuperCab ext. cab 4-door, short bed | $23,815 | $21,848 | $635 |
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| 2WD XLT 2.3-liter regular cab, short bed | $16,150 | $14,951 | $635 |
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| 2WD XLT 2.3-liter regular cab, long bed | $17,300 | $15,985 | $635 |
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| 4WD XLT 3.0-liter regular cab, short bed | $19,970 | $18,388 | $635 |
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| 4WD XLT 3.0-liter regular cab, long bed | $21,120 | $19,423 | $635 |
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| 2WD XLT 2.3-liter SuperCab ext. cab 2-door, short bed | $17,945 | $16,565 | $635 |
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| 2WD XLT 3.0-liter SuperCab ext. cab 4-door, short bed | $19,505 | $17,969 | $635 |
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| 4WD XLT 4.0-liter SuperCab ext. cab 2-door, short bed | $21,965 | $20,184 | $635 |
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| 4WD XLT 4.0-liter SuperCab ext. cab 4-door, short bed | $23,325 | $21,408 | $635 |
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| 4WD XLT FX4 Off-Road 4.0-liter SuperCab ext. cab 2-door, short bed | $24,025 | $22,038 | $635 |
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| 4WD XLT FX4 Off-Road 4.0-liter SuperCab ext. cab 4-door, short bed | $25,385 | $23,262 | $635 |
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| 4WD XLT FX4 Level II 4.0-liter SuperCab ext. cab 4-door, short bed | $26,670 | $24,418 | $635 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
XL
Powertrain
2.3-liter 4-cylinder engine, 5-speed manual transmission.
Safety
Dual front airbags, antilock brakes.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Power steering, vinyl upholstery (regular cab), cloth upholstery (SuperCab), split bench seat, cupholders, AM/FM radio, digital clock, tachometer, variable-intermittent wipers, black vinyl floor covering.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, painted bumpers.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
225/70R15 tires, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, 3.0-liter V6 engine (regular cab), 4.0-liter V6 engine (SuperCab), raised ride height, 235/75R15 all-terrain white-letter tires.
STX adds to XL:
Powertrain
3.0-liter V6 engine.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, rear jump seats (SuperCab 4-door), rear-hinged rear doors (SuperCab 4-door).
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Color-keyed bumpers, fog lights.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
225/70R15 white-letter tires, alloy wheels.
Sport adds to XL:
Powertrain
3.0-liter V6 engine.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, cloth upholstery, rear jump seats (SuperCab 4-door), rear-hinged rear doors (SuperCab 4-door), AM/FM/cassette/CD/MP3 player.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Color-keyed bumpers, fog lights.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Raised ride height, 235/75R15 all-terrain white-letter tires, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, 3.0-liter V6 engine (regular cab), 4.0-liter V6 engine (SuperCab), side steps, front tow hooks, raised ride height, 255/70R16 all-terrain white-letter tires (SuperCab), chrome steel wheels (regular cab), alloy wheels (SuperCab).
XLT adds to XL:
Powertrain
2.3-liter 4-cylinder engine or 3.0-liter V6 engine.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, cloth upholstery, rear jump seats (SuperCab 4-door), rear-hinged rear doors (SuperCab 4-door), AM/FM/CD player, passenger-side visor mirror, carpeting, floormats.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, 3.0-liter V6 engine or 4.0-liter V6 engine, fog lights, side steps, tow hooks, 235/75R15 all-terrain white-letter tires (regular cab), 255/70R16 all-terrain white-letter tires (SuperCab), chrome steel wheels (regular cab), alloy wheels (SuperCab).
XLT FX4 Off-Road adds to XLT:
Powertrain
4.0-liter V6 engine, 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, limited-slip differential.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Side steps, fog lights, rear privacy glass, sliding rear window.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Front tow hooks, skid plates, raised ride height, heavy-duty shock absorbers, 255/70R16 all-terrain white-letter tires, alloy wheels.
XLT FX4 Level II adds to XLT FX4 Off-Road:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Front bucket seats, AM/FM/cassette/CD/MP3 player.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Deletes: side steps.
Rear tow hook, Bilstein shock absorbers, 31x10.5R15 all-terrain tires.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Appearance Pkg.
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2WD XLT
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$515
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$427
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Color-keyed bumpers, chrome grille, fog lights, 225/70R15 white-letter tires, chrome steel wheels. Requires 3.0-liter V6 engine.
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Bright Appearance Pkg.
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2WD XLT SuperCab
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$495
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$411
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4WD XLT SuperCab
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$245
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$203
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Chrome mirrors and bed rails, bright step bars, chrome exhaust tip. 2WD XLT requires Appearance Pkg.
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Bright Trim Group
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2WD STX/Sport/XLT SuperCab
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$355
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$295
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4WD Sport/XLT SuperCab, XLT FX4 Off-Road
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$105
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$87
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Bright step bars and exhaust tips.
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Power Equipment Group
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STX, Sport, XLT
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$405
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$336
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Power mirrors and windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry. Std. XLT FX4.
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BFT Component Pkg.
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XLT
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$490
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$407
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Limited-slip differential, Payload Pkg. 2, Class III trailer tow-hitch receiver. Requires full-size spare tire. NA w/2.3-liter engine.
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Tremor Pkg.
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Sport SuperCab
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$925
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$768
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Upgraded sound system, rear-floor-mounted subwoofer, AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, 235/70R16 all-season white-letter tires, alloy wheels (2WD). Requires 5-speed automatic transmission. NA w/rear jump seats. 4-door models delete std. rear jump seats.
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Powertrain |
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3.0-liter V6 engine
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2WD XL/XLT 2.3-liter
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$425
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$353
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XL SuperCab, XLT require 5-speed automatic transmission.
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4.0-liter V6 engine
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4WD XL/XLT regular cab, 2WD SuperCab 3.0 liter
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$800
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$664
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2WD XL/XLT regular cab long bed, 2WD SuperCab 2.3 liter
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$1,225
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$1,017
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XL, STX require air conditioning.
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5-speed automatic transmission
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STX, Sport, XL, XLT, XLT FX4 Level II, XLT FX4 Off-Road
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$1,000
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$830
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Limited-slip rear differential
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Sport, XL, XLT
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$300
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$249
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Requires 3.0-liter or 4.0-liter V6 engine, Payload Pkg. 2. Std. XLT FX4. NA 4WD XLT regular cab long bed. NA STX.
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Air conditioning
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XL, STX
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$850
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$706
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Cruise control and tilt steering wheel
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STX, Sport, XL, XLT
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$385
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$320
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Std. XLT FX4.
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AM/FM/CD player
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XL, STX
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$275
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$228
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AM/FM/cassette/CD/MP3 player
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XLT, XLT FX4 Off-Road
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$150
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$125
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STX
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$425
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$353
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AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer
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Sport, XLT, XLT FX4
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$300
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$249
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STX
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$575
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$477
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Pioneer AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer
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Sport/XLT SuperCab, XLT FX4
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$510
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$423
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STX
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$785
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$652
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Requires 5-speed automatic transmission. Sport, XLT require front bucket seats. NA STX regular cab.
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Cloth upholstery
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XL regular cab
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$220
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$183
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Leather upholstery
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SuperCab
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$385
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$320
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Requires 5-speed automatic transmission. NA XL, STX, XLT FX4 Level II.
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Leather front bucket seats
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Sport/XLT SuperCab, XLT FX4 Off-Road
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$715
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$593
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STX, XLT FX4 Level II
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$385
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$320
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Front bucket seats
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SuperCab
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$330
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$274
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NA XL. Std. STX, XLT FX4 Level II.
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Rear jump seats
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SuperCab 2-door
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$225
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$187
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Rubber floormats
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XLT
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$0
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$0
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Bed extender
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STX, Sport, XLT, XLT FX4
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$195
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$162
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NA w/bedliner.
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Under-rail bedliner
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STX, Sport, XL, XLT, XLT FX4 Level II, XLT FX4 Off-Road
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$275
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$168
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Step bars
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2WD STX/Sport/XLT
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$300
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$249
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Rear privacy glass
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STX, Sport, XL, XLT
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$110
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$91
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Std. XLT FX4.
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Sliding rear window
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STX, Sport, XL, XLT
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$125
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$104
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Requires rear privacy glass. Std. 4WD XLT FX4.
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Bodyside moldings
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STX, Sport, XL, XLT, XLT FX4 Level II, XLT FX4 Off-Road
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$60
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$50
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Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires |
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Payload Pkg. 2
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STX, Sport, XL, XLT, XLT FX4 Off-Road
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$75
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$62
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Heavy-duty rear springs and shock absorbers. NA XLT FX4/Level II.
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Skid plates
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4WD
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$140
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$116
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NA long bed. Std. XLT FX4.
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Class III trailer hitch
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Sport, XL, XLT, XLT FX4 Level II, XLT FX4 Off-Road
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$215
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$178
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NA w/2.3-liter engine. Requires full-size spare tire. NA STX.
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Full-size spare tire
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STX, Sport, XL, XLT, XLT FX4 Level II, XLT FX4 Off-Road
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$110
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$91
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Alloy wheels
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2WD Sport SuperCab
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$205
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$170
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Includes 235/70R16 white-letter tires.
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Bright alloy wheels
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XLT FX4 Off-Road
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$410
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$340
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XLT FX4 Level II
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$205
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$170
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Includes 31x10.5R15 all-terrain tires.
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2006 Ford Ranger Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Ford Ranger regular cab short bed | Ford Ranger regular cab long bed | Ford Ranger extended cab |
| Wheelbase, in. | 111.5 | 117.4 | 125.7 |
| Overall Length, in. | 189.4 | 198.4 | 203.6 |
| Overall Width, in. | 66.2 | 66.2 | 66.3 |
| Overall Height, in. | 69.4 | 69.4 | 69.4 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 3012 | 3051 | 3171 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | -- | -- | -- |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | 1260 | 1260 | 1260 |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 17.0 | 20.0 | 19.5 |
| Seating Capacity | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.2 | 39.2 | 39.2 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 42.4 | 42.4 | 42.4 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | -- | -- | 33.3 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | -- | -- | 40.1 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc I4 | ohv V6 | sohc V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 2.3 /140 | 3.0 /182 | 4.0 /245 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 148 @ 5250 | 148 @ 4900 | 207 @ 5250 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 154 @ 3750 | 180 @ 3950 | 238 @ 3000 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| 5-speed manual | 24/29 | 18/23 | 17/23 |
| 5-speed automatic | 21/26 | 17/23 | 17/22 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Ford Ranger regular cab short bed | Ford Ranger regular cab long bed | Ford Ranger extended cab |
| Front Impact, Driver | 4 | NA | 4 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 4 | NA | 4 |
| Rollover Resistance | 2 | NA | 2 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 5 | NA | 4 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | None/-- | 5/100,000 on Focus. 8/100,000 on Escape Hybrid components. |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 5/Unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA
Drivewheels:
4-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive
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