2009 Ford Ranger: Overview
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- MSRP: $16,395 - $25,805
- Invoice: $15,424 - $23,822
Features & Specifications
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Pros
- Acceleration (4.0-liter V6)
- Price
Cons
- Rear-seat comfort (extended cab)
- Ride
- Rear-seat entry/exit (extended cab)
Vehicle Highlights
The 2009 Ford Ranger loses one of its available engines. This compact pickup truck offers regular-cab and extended SuperCab models spanning four trim packages. SuperCabs are available with two rear fold-down jump seats and back-hinged rear-access doors. Regular cab models offer 6- and 7-foot cargo beds; SuperCabs use the 6-foot only. The 2009 Ford Ranger is available with two engines: A 143-hp 2.3-liter 4-cylinder or a 207-hp 4.0-liter V6. Both are available with manual or automatic transmission. The 148-hp 3.0-liter V6 has been discontinued. Maximum towing capacity is 5980 lb. Rear-wheel drive is standard. Ranger offers part-time 4-wheel drive that includes a low-range gear for off-roading, but should not be left engaged on dry pavement. ABS is standard. No side airbags are offered. A Class III trailer hitch is now standard on all models. Mazda's B-Series trucks are retrimmed Rangers with a different pricing and features mix.
COMPETITION
Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 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 the Toyota Tacoma. Our Recommended picks are the Dodge Dakota, Honda Ridgeline, and Nissan Frontier.
New for 2009 is the Suzuki Equator.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | 4WD XLT 4.0 SuperCab, automatic Rating | Compact Pickup Truck Average Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel Economy | 2 | 3.5 |
| Ride Quality | 4 | 4.6 |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 3 | 3.8 |
| Quietness | 4 | 4.5 |
| Controls | 6 | 5.9 |
| Details | 5 | 4.5 |
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | 4 | 5.7 |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 1 | 2.7 |
| Cargo Room | 3 | 3.9 |
| Value within Class | 7 | 6 |
| Total Score: | 44 | 50.1 |
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