2010 Ford Ranger consumer reviews

I need to replace my 1999 Ranger soon after 133,000 miles. The frame next to the catalytic converter is rotten from the heat. The rear suspention mounts are almost as bad. This old truck never left me stranded. It always runs. The engine still doesn't burn or leak oil. The trans was rebuilt 15,000 miles ago and I have good tires. I will find a much newer Ranger and keep my parts truck so I can keep my new Ranger (2008-2011) going for four more presidential administrations. That is my goal.

The 2010 Ranger looks and feels much like past years Rangers but has significant upgrades in performance and safety features of my 1998 Ranger. Traction control, TPMS, and anti-roll stability are wonderful additions to an already reliable and serviceable vehicle. The V-6 engine package gives me all the power I need and the 4WD will make this a much more dependable vehicle in less than ideal driving conditions. It's a shame they quit making them.

Since purchasing this truck about a month ago, I have used the 4x4 low range transmission to pull cut down tree from the woods and then haul the cut up wood to my home about 25 miles away. The gas mileage is better than anticipated. The ride comfort is a little rough, but I keep reminding myself that it is a truck. in short I am very pleased with my purchase.

Had a 1995 Ranger XLT that has been reliable and enjoyable, so got another one. Too bad they discontinued the line.

Tight inside - I have the smallest, no extended cab. So therer is room for 2 people and little else. But if one accepts the size the truck is great, and very fuel efficient.

I would have to say that overall it's a good little truck. Could use a little bit more leg room but it is a small truck. If you get the four-cylinder model it pulls great but going any kind of incline and does bog down little bit. Could stand to have a little more power in the drive train. Other than that it's pretty good truck. I average 25-29 miles per gallon depending on my driving habits and whether I'm in the city or highway. So gas mpg is good.

truck small but i do not like the big gas hogs, I have always had small trucks I'm a big guy but feel comfortable in this truck!

If you like plastic you will love this truck. The front bumper fascia is all plastic...there is no protection for the radiator at all. There are 4 plastic pieces that serve as splash guards at each wheel and if you want to remove them you are left with a hole. At 400 miles the paint on my universal started flaking off. The grill is plastic. The mirrors are weird looking and made of plastic. The rear bumper has a plastic tred pad. My biggest problem with plastic is that it fades, actually it hazes over....Ugly. The truck has no inovations this year as FORD has decided to eliminate it in 2012. FORD Ranger R.I.P.

I have owned 4 Rangers over 15 years from 2WD to 4WD, 6 & 4 cyls and all XLT's. Prior I owned a F-150 a bigger truck. The 6 Cyl has the most power and the 4 Cyl gets the best mileage. In the last 5 years the 4 Cyl has been greatly improved for its power. The body style is a winner all the way around. Great visibility all around. It's been a solid small truck that gives reliable service. Being a small truck it handles very well. Only negative I found with the 4DR models is they have a tendency to leak water at car washes if doors are not closed firmly and are noisy at highway speeds but offer easier access to the rear seats and storage. The 2DR models are much quieter and rear seat access is harder. A bed liner in my opinion is a must for any truck. The Electronic Power Group is also a must have.

Let's not kid ourselves; this truck is OLD. However, the Ranger offers simplicity, ruggedness, and dimensions no longer offered by other members of this class. The Ranger has an honesty to the way it goes about it's business. The ride is wallowy and choppy. The engine and transmission have never met, and disagree on most everything. And, the interior is made from plastics that Matel would reject. Yet, this truck is supremely endearing... You always walk away with the feeling that, no matter what, this truck would get you there.