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Ford Ranger vs. Ram 1500

When comparing the Ford Ranger to the Ram 1500, the Ford Ranger has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Ram 1500 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Ford Ranger and Ram 1500 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Ford Ranger versus the Ram 1500, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Ford Ranger versus Ram 1500 Pricing

A used 2023 Ford Ranger ranges from $31,721 to $48,472 while a used 2023 Ram 1500 is priced between $52,954 to $110,521. For a new model, the Ford Ranger's price is between $32,309 and $48,111, with the Ram 1500 priced between $49,414 and $85,397.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Ford Ranger’s base engine makes 270 horsepower, and the Ram 1500 base engine makes 305 horsepower. Both the Ranger and the 1500 are rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 468 and 575 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Ram 1500 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Ford Ranger, a midsize truck, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Ford Ranger has the advantage of higher ground clearance, while the Ram 1500 has the advantage of higher towing capacity and payload capacity.

Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths

The Ford Ranger is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration, and the Ram 1500 is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The Ford Ranger offers bed lengths of 61 and 72.8 inches, and the Ram 1500 offers bed lengths of 67.4 and 76.3 inches.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Ford Ranger has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 Ford Ranger

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$32,309 - $48,111

Used Asking Price:

$31,721 - $48,472

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

27.5%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$49,414 - $85,397

Used Asking Price:

$52,954 - $110,521

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

8.1 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Rankings

2 / 6
5 / 10

Midsize Trucks with Best Resale Value

6 / 11
6 / 11

iSeeCars Rankings

Summary Review

Ford discontinued its iconic Ranger small pickup truck in 2011 despite a large, loyal fanbase. It recovered from that mistake by introducing an all-new Ford Ranger in 2019. The old and new Ranger small truck have nothing at all in common, and most older Ranger used trucks are now "fully depreciated,” to say it kindly. We’ll focus our comments on the new Ranger.

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Summary Review

Not yet available

Pros and Cons

  • Excellent fuel-efficient 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine standard
  • Tremor off-road trim option
  • Modern infotainment
  • Class-leading payload capacity

  • Mixed reliability scores
  • Retained value hard to predict (too new)

Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Available Body Styles

Pickup Truck

Available Body Styles

Pickup Truck

Available Cab Types

Crew Cab, Extended Cab

Available Cab Types

Crew Cab, Extended Cab

Available Bed Length(s)

61 inches, 72.8 inches

Available Bed Length(s)

67.4 inches, 76.3 inches

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Biodiesel, Flex Fuel, Gasoline

Trim Levels

Lariat, XL, XLT

Trim Levels

Big Horn, Laramie, Limited, Limited Longhorn, Lone Star, Rebel, Tradesman, TRX

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

5 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

270 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque:

310 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.065 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

3500 lbs

Max Payload:

1905 lbs

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

305 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

269 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.064 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

7740 lbs

Max Payload :

2300 lbs

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.3 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

20 / 26 / 22

Range (city/hwy):

360 / 468 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4, AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

20 / 25 / 22

Range (city/hwy):

460 / 575 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

43.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

35.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

30.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.2 inches

Cargo Space:

Not yet available

Overall Interior Volume:

89.2 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.9 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.9 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

66 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.2 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.6 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

65.7 inches

Cargo Space:

Not yet available

Overall Interior Volume:

117.2 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4145 lbs

Width:

85.8 inches

Height:

72.9 inches

Length:

210.8 inches

Wheelbase:

126.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.4 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4765 lbs

Width:

82.1 inches

Height:

77.6 inches

Length:

228.9 inches

Wheelbase:

140.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

16.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted steel

Tire Size:

P255/70R16

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

275/65R18