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1994 Ford Ranger consumer reviews

$9,449–$14,253 MSRP range
side view of 1994 Ranger Ford
(16 reviews)
93% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.8
  • Interior 3.6
  • Performance 4.1
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.2
  • Reliability 4.9
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258,000 miles and still running, the v6 4L extended cab

258,000 miles and still running, the v6 4L extended cab still works great! New battery and a fluids top up and it runs amazing, it was sitting for a year and it cranked immediately. The manual is fun, and the features are amazing for how old it is. Electric windows, and electric rear view are some of the features. And there is always a hiding spot in that truck! I recently found around 5 hidden storage spaces just inside the cab!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best Ford Ranger Ever

I've had my 94 Ford ranger for awhile now. This truck is an absolute tank, I've drove through mud holes deeper than my tires and still made it out. I have the 3.0L V6 parked with the 4 speed and 1 highway gear, with the regular cab. The only part that I've replaced in the last 5 years is the driveshaft. Which all things considered, it's the same driveshaft the truck came off the lot with in 1994. It was never changed, and it just now broke the U-joints. The truck has 116,000 miles and never left me stranded.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Best Lil baby burg ever

I have a 1994 xlt rwd 4speed with a highway gear Had it for the past 5 years when I got it it sat for 3 years outside full of every fuild when it was parked (i didnt know this) and my buddy went to test drive it and he DROVE IT! He didn't know better so I get to it with a dolly and he just jumped in and started trying to crank but the battery die so he got the jumper box jumped it I heard it run and said I thought you said it was a good truck he said yea it is you know she said it sat 3 years full of fluid and I said nooooooooo needless to say it got Maintenance when I took the hoses off to flush out everything and it came out like clay from a muddy Mountain side and and a 1 inch square was all that was left where the blade would be but that was 5 and a half years ago I got it with 109000 mile original it's 178 original now I recently changed my timing belt recently it was cracked I went ahead and changed the tensioner too and now the timing is a little advanced but if I put it in 5th gear or drive on the interstate good luck keeping it under 85 or 90

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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1994 Ford Ranger is still cool!

Remember, this truck is 28 years old. No airbag, stick shift, manual locks and windows, etc. However, it’s built well, it’s fun to drive, and it’s a nice looking truck. It’s in the top 10 of all Ranger models built.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Old but reliable

runs great on the highway, loves road trip. Disable I can no longer drive a manual without pain hate to part with her. she was my road dog.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Most Reliable Truck

I bought this Ranger 2.3L new in 1994. Now I have 360K miles with original engine and transmission. No major issues throughout the years, just regular maintenance. The car has its 3rd water-pump, 3rd timing belt, 2nd clutch, and many many oil changes LOL. Still gets 25MPG. The parts are very cheap for this model. 100% Satisfactory, 100% Recommendation...

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable

Previously owned one so want another. I like RED. I live on Social Security benefits and need to keep insurance and cost under 200.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does not recommend this car
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The best little truck you can buy

Greatest truck I ever owned. I don't have nothing but rangers STX and I would rather die then drive a chevy or ram

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Its actually a truck, and can be used as such

I have a 1994 ford ranger splash reg cab with the 4.0L, 3.73 limited slip diff, and a few mods. Exhaust has been changed, has 3" body and 2" suspension lift and 33x12.50 tires. This truck hasn't been without its problems, but its over 20 years old and has had a rough life. Blew my fuel pump going through 2-3 feet of snow(yes I was stuck), clutch blown when I bought it, heater fan failed in -40 temp, but I beat this truck, almost as much as the person before beat it. It tows 4000lb boat at highway speeds up 8% grades like nothing. highway gas mileage is unreal. I cracked the plastic fairing under the bumper, twice, on time on a huge deactivation, and another when I drove through a 6ft snowbank. After 2 years with this truck it is getting better and more reliable everyday. Don't be afraid to use a ranger as a truck.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Off-roading
  • Does recommend this car
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excellent

I Was Suprized How Excellent The Vehicle I Purchased Was. The Salesman Ryan Was A Standup Man. This Is Best Used Car Dealership IVe EvEr Encountered. I Would Recommend This Company To Anyone That Is Serious ABout There Purchase And Vehicle Reliability.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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