It is here and ready to dominate. The acclaimed midsize pickup truck, the Ranger, has arrived on lots across the U.S. in its versatile SuperCrew configuration.

The 2026 Ford Ranger returns as the ultimate midsize powerhouse, proving once again that you have a truck ready to handle tough tasks with absolute precision. This is not just a vehicle; it is a tool for your lifestyle, blending legendary Built Ford Tough capability with the agile handling you need for a packed schedule.

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New Features

Powertrain & Performance

• Standard 2.3L EcoBoost engine with 270 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque.
• Available 2.7L EcoBoost V6 delivers 315 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque.
• Ranger Raptor features an exclusive 3.0L EcoBoost V6.
• Tow up to 7,500 lbs when properly equipped.
• Maximum available payload of 1,767 lbs.

Exterior Updates

• New Avalanche exterior color.
• Azure Gray has been discontinued.
• XL now comes standard with 17-inch black-painted steel wheels.
• Available Sport Appearance Package adds gray accents, unique badging, and a sportier look.

Interior & Technology

• Available Power Moonroof with Power-Sliding Rear Window on XLT and Lariat (available Spring 2026).
• SYNC 4A with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ is standard on all trims.
• Lariat now includes a 12-inch touchscreen, 12-inch digital cluster, 360-degree camera, and Zone Lighting as standard.
• XL and XLT feature a 10-inch touchscreen and 8-inch digital gauge cluster, with an available 12-inch touchscreen on XLT.

Safety & Capability

• FX4 Off-Road Package is now available on the XL trim.
• Standard Ford Co-Pilot360® includes Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane-Keeping System, and Auto High-Beam Headlamps.
• Available towing tech includes Pro Trailer Backup Assist, Front Parking Sensors, and BLIS® with Trailer Coverage.

Best Trim

We recommend the XLT trim level.

The 2026 Ford Ranger XLT offers the most versatile balance of value, utility, and modern technology. It serves as the sweet spot in the lineup by providing essential comfort and styling upgrades over the base model while maintaining the midsize affordability that defines the Ranger. It allows for great configuration flexibility, including the available 2.7L EcoBoost V6 upgrade. Key features include:

Performance and Mechanical

• Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost 4-Cylinder or available 2.7L EcoBoost V6
• Horsepower: 270 hp (2.3L) or 315 hp (2.7L)
• Drivetrain: Available 4x2 or Electronic-Shift-On-the-Fly 4x4 system
• Transmission: Electronic 10-speed automatic transmission
• Fully-boxed high-strength steel frame with independent front suspension

Technology and Connectivity

• Standard 10-inch center touchscreen display with SYNC 4A (12-inch screen available)
• 8-inch digital instrument cluster display
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
• Available Wireless Charging Pad for seamless device management
• Available Pro Trailer Backup Assist and 360-Degree Camera system

Interior and Comfort

• Premium cloth front bucket seats with available 10-way power driver adjustment
• Fold-flat rear bench seats featuring integrated armrests and under-seat storage
• Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
• Flow-through center console with an ergonomic floor shifter
• Leather-wrapped or premium vinyl-wrapped steering wheel with integrated audio controls

Utility and Exterior

• Standard Sport Appearance Package featuring gray painted grille center bar and bumpers
• 17 inch Carbonized Gray painted aluminum wheels
• Integrated cargo lamp with Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp
• Five-foot Styleside bed with standard cargo tie-down hooks
• Available Pro Power Onboard 400W in-cab and in-bed outlets for job site utility

Pricing

Trim Level MSRP¹

Performance

2.3L EcoBoost Inline 4-Cylinder Engine

• Standard engine architecture paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission
• 270 horsepower
• 310 lb-ft of torque
• Available in two wheel drive (4x2) or four wheel drive (4x4) configurations
• Standard on XL, XLT, and Lariat trims

2.7L EcoBoost V6 Engine

• Twin-turbocharged V6 gas engine
• 315 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• Available on Lariat trim levels

3.0L EcoBoost V6 Engine (Raptor Exclusive)

• High-output twin-turbocharged V6 gas engine
• 405 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque
• Class-exclusive 10-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters
• Standard on Ranger Raptor trim

Acceleration (Car and Driver Tested)

• I-4 4WD: 0 to 60 in approximately 6.2 seconds estimated
• V-6 4WD: 0 to 60 in approximately 5.6 seconds estimated

Towing

Maximum Towing Capacity

• Standard towing capacity of 3,500 pounds for base configurations
• Maximum towing capacity of 7,500 pounds available for 2.3L and 2.7L EcoBoost models
• Maximum towing requires the available Advanced Towing Package or Trailer Tow Package

Advanced Towing Package Features

• Class IV hitch receiver with 7-pin and 4-pin connectors
• Integrated trailer brake controller
• Pro Trailer Backup Assist for seamless trailer directional control
• Reverse Park Aid with Trailer Coverage
• Trailer Brake Controller included to maximize stopping safety

Payload and Bed Capability

• Maximum payload capacity of up to 1,767 pounds (varies by configuration)
• 5.0-foot bed length with standard cargo management capabilities
• Integrated box side steps for quick access to the truck bed
• Available 400W in-bed power outlet for electrical utility

Technology

Infotainment and Connectivity

• Standard 10-inch or available 12-inch vertical center touchscreen display
• SYNC 4A system with Enhanced Voice Recognition and over-the-air updates
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
• 8-inch digital instrument cluster standard (12-inch cluster standard on Lariat and Raptor)
• FordPass Connect with 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot capability
• Available B&O Sound System by Bang and Olufsen with premium speakers

Ford Co-Pilot360 Safety and Assistance

• Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
• Lane-Keeping System and Auto High-Beam Headlamps
• Rear View Camera standard on all models
• Available 360-Degree Camera with Split View
• Available Active Park Assist 2.0 for automated parking assistance
• Available Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering

Appearance

Exterior Features

Exterior Details

• Bold C-clamp LED headlamps and signature front grille for the model lineup
• LED Reflector Headlamps standard on XLT and higher trims
• LED Projector Headlamps with Signature Accent Lighting standard on Lariat and Raptor trims
• Integrated LED Box Lighting available to enhance cargo bed visibility
• Black mesh pattern center bar grille standard on XL base trims
• Unique gray painted accents on Sport Appearance Packages
• 17 inch Steel Wheels standard on XL base configuration
• 17 inch or 18 inch Aluminum Wheels standard on XLT and Lariat trims
• Power locking tailgate integrated with central locking system
• Manual folding power glass sideview mirrors standard on all models

Exterior Dimensions

• Overall Length: 210.6 inches
• Wheelbase: 128.7 inches
• Overall Width with mirrors: 86.1 inches
• Overall Width with mirrors folded: 75.5 inches
• Overall Height: 73.9 inches
• Minimum Ground Clearance (4x2): 8.4 inches
• Minimum Ground Clearance (4x4): 9.3 inches
• Minimum Ground Clearance (Raptor): 10.7 inches

Standard Bed Dimensions

• Bed Length at floor: 59.6 inches
• Bed Width between sidewalls: 62.4 inches
• Bed Width between wheelhouses: 48.2 inches
• Bed Height: 20.8 inches
• Cargo Box Volume: 43.5 cubic feet

Configuration Specifics

• SuperCrew Configuration: Every 2026 Ranger features a standard four-door cab paired with the 5.0-foot cargo bed
• Four Wheel Drive (4x4): Increases overall ground clearance without altering interior bed dimensions
• FX4 Off-Road Package: Introduces underbody skid plates, off-road shocks, and terrain management settings
• Raptor Trim: Features an expanded track width, flared fenders, and specialized high-clearance bumpers

Exterior Colors

• Avalanche
• Azure Gray Metallic Tri Coat
• Carbonized Gray Metallic
• Oxford White
• Shadow Black
• Iconic Silver Metallic
• Velocity Blue Metallic

Interior Features

Seating and Space

• Five passenger seating capacity across all configurations
• 98.3 cubic feet of total passenger volume
• Front Headroom: 41.0 inches
• Rear Headroom: 38.3 inches
• Front Legroom: 43.7 inches
• Rear Legroom: 34.6 inches
• Rear Under Seat Storage Bins fold flat for organizing tools and gear

Cargo and Utility

• 5.0-foot cargo bed length
• 43.5 cubic feet of cargo volume in the truck bed
• Pickup box width at wheelhouse: 48.2 inches
• Maximum bed width: 62.4 inches
• Integrated bed side steps located behind the rear wheel arches
• Two standard 12V pre-wired power leads in the bed
• Available 120V 400W AC Power Outlets in the cab and bed

Interior Materials and Colors

• Ebony Cloth Seats standard on XL
• Premium Ebony or Sandstone Cloth Seats standard on XLT
• Ebony or Sandstone Leather-Trimmed Seats standard on Lariat
• Premium Leather-Trimmed Seats with Code Orange accents standard on Raptor
• Carpeted floor with front carpet mats standard on XLT and higher trims

Safety

Standard Collision Avoidance (Ford Co-Pilot360)

• Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
• Pedestrian Detection and Forward Collision Warning
• Lane-Keeping System including Lane-Keeping Aid and Lane-Keeping Alert
• Driver Alert System
• Auto High-Beam Headlamps
• Rear View Camera with dynamic hitch guidelines

Available Advanced Assistance

• Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering
• BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert
• BLIS with Trailer Coverage
• Reverse Brake Assist and Rear Parking Sensors
• Evasive Steering Assist for emergency maneuver support
• 360-Degree Camera with Split View

Occupant Protection Systems

• Total of 6 standard airbags
• Dual-stage driver and front passenger front airbags
• Front row side-impact airbags
• Safety Canopy System side-curtain airbags for front and rear rows
• Post-Collision Braking to reduce the severity of secondary impacts
• AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control (RSC)
• SOS Post-Crash Alert System

Ford Warranty and Maintenance Coverage²

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

• Coverage lasts 3 years or 36,000 miles
• Covers most vehicle parts from front to back
• Includes electrical systems and onboard technology
• Covers issues caused by factory materials or factory assembly

Powertrain Limited Warranty

• Coverage lasts 5 years or 60,000 miles
• Covers the engine, transmission, and drive axles
• Includes internal parts that use oil, along with seals and gaskets
• Commercial fleet vehicles may qualify for coverage up to 5 years or 100,000 miles

Corrosion Warranty (Perforation Only)

• Coverage lasts 5 years with unlimited miles
• Covers rust that goes completely through metal body panels
• Repairs do not require a deductible

24/7 Roadside Assistance

• Coverage lasts 5 years or 60,000 miles
• Includes towing to the nearest Ford dealership
• Includes help with flat tires, dead batteries, and lockouts
• Includes emergency fuel delivery, usually up to 2 gallons

Maintenance and Service

• Pickup and delivery service may be offered at select Ford dealerships
• Ford Mobile Service can perform routine maintenance and some recall repairs
• FordPass Rewards Points earned at purchase can be used toward early service visits
• Optional extended maintenance plans are available for items like brake pads and wiper blades

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