2004 Ford Ranger Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　All 2004 Ford Rangers get a more aggressive raised hood and a partitioned grille that more closely matches that of other Ford trucks. Inside, seats have been revised to improve comfort, and leather upholstery is a new option. A new leather-wrapped, four-spoke steering wheel is available on some models, as is a floor console. New white-faced gauges are standard on all models, except the base XL. The Tremor model's 510-watt stereo now has MP3 capability, and other models are eligible for a 290-watt Pioneer Sound package with an in-dash CD/MP3 player. Additionally, the Tremor is available with four-wheel drive this year, and the off-road-ready FX4 gets an electronic shift-on-the-fly transfer case. Sixteen-inch aluminum wheels are optional on two-wheel-drive Edge models, and an engine block heater is standard in select states.

　　

zzdcar says

　　The 2004 Ford Ranger isn't the freshest compact pickup on the market, but it's still a solid choice thanks to a strong 4.0-liter V6 engine and a wide variety of equipment.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside SB (2.3L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$160/mo  for Ranger XL

　　Ranger XL

　　2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside SB (2.3L 4cyl 5M) - $14,575 MSRP2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside SB (3.0L 6cyl 5M) - $14,965 MSRP2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside LB (3.0L 6cyl 5M) - $15,745 MSRP2dr SuperCab XL Rwd Styleside SB (3.0L 6cyl 5M) - $17,965 MSRP2dr Regular Cab XLT Rwd Styleside SB (2.3L 4cyl 5M) - $16,085 MSRP2dr Regular Cab XLT Rwd Styleside SB (3.0L 6cyl 5M) - $16,800 MSRP2dr SuperCab XLT Rwd Styleside SB (3.0L 6cyl 5M) - $18,120 MSRP2dr Regular Cab XLT Rwd Styleside LB (3.0L 6cyl 5A) - $18,430 MSRP2dr SuperCab XLT 4WD Styleside SB (4.0L 6cyl 5M) - $21,945 MSRP4dr SuperCab XLT 4WD Styleside SB (4.0L 6cyl 5M) - $23,605 MSRP2dr Regular Cab Edge Rwd Styleside SB (3.0L 6cyl 5M) - $16,450 MSRP2dr SuperCab Edge Rwd Styleside SB (3.0L 6cyl 5M) - $18,520 MSRP2dr SuperCab Edge Rwd Styleside SB (4.0L 6cyl 5M) - $19,240 MSRP2dr Regular Cab Edge 4WD Styleside SB (3.0L 6cyl 5M) - $20,515 MSRP4dr SuperCab Edge Deluxe Rwd Styleside SB (3.0L 6cyl 5A) (Most Popular) - $21,805 MSRP4dr SuperCab Edge 4WD Styleside SB (4.0L 6cyl 5M) - $22,760 MSRP2dr SuperCab XLT Value 4WD Styleside SB (4.0L 6cyl 5M) - $20,540 MSRP2dr SuperCab Tremor Rwd Styleside SB (3.0L 6cyl 5A) - $20,580 MSRP4dr SuperCab Tremor Rwd Styleside SB (3.0L 6cyl 5A) - $22,555 MSRP4dr SuperCab Tremor 4WD Styleside SB (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $24,620 MSRP4dr SuperCab XLT Appearance Rwd Styleside SB (3.0L 6cyl 5A) - $21,160 MSRP4dr SuperCab XLT Appearance Rwd Styleside SB (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $22,245 MSRP4dr SuperCab XLT FX4 Off-Road 4WD Styleside SB (4.0L 6cyl 5M) - $24,760 MSRP4dr SuperCab XLT FX4 Level II 4WD Styleside SB (4.0L 6cyl 5M) - $26,015 MSRP

　　vs

　　$218/mo

　　Avg. Compact Truck

　　

2004 Ranger Highlights

Type: SuperCabRegular CabSuperCab

　　Trim: XLXLTEdgeXLT ValueTremorXLT AppearanceXLT FX4 Off-RoadXLT FX4 Level IIXL

　　

Base MSRP	$17,965
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	18 MPG
Cost to Drive	$208/month
Seating	3 seats
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Max Towing Capacity	3,900 lbs.
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles