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2020 Ford Ranger

Pickup · 2010–2026

2019–2026 Ford Ranger
2019–2026 pictured. Photo: © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons

Which year to buy

Too new to judge: 2026. Give a new year a year or two of owner reports.

Bar height: serious owner complaints to NHTSA for that year per car on the road, against this model's usual year.

2020GOOD BUYSerious complaints 0.9× usual

91 serious complaints of 128, the most about power train (48) and engine (16); per car on the road, 0.9× this model's usual year. 7 recalls.

What owners report

“The contact owns a 2020 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while driving, at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle began to shift hard when downshifting and upshifting. The vehicle jerked. The vehicle went into limp mode. There was a reduction of power. No warning lights illuminated.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the power train, May 2026

“The contact owns a 2020 Ford Ranger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart; however, the failure recurred.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Aug 2024

Fixes and extended coverage

  • Repair program Customer Satisfaction Program 26L01 Certain 2018-2024 Model Year Various Vehicles 2.0L Panther Diesel Engine Timing Belt and Tensioner Interval Change (26L01, Aug 2026)
  • Repair program Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Replacement If Required After Dealer Evaluation (25N17, Mar 2026)

From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.

128 owner complaints · 7 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 18–23 mpg · NHTSA: 4 of 5 stars · 2020 trims and features

Every Ranger year's verdict →

Verdicts computed from NHTSA owner complaints, defect investigations and recalls. Cars on the road from New York State registrations. (How we judge.) Data checked 2026-10-06.

Trims and features

2010201120192020202120222023202420252026

What changed for 2020

2020 Ranger trims

LariatXLXLT
Price
Starting MSRPfrom $34,675from $24,410from $28,460
Powertrain
Engine2.3L EcoBoost I42.3L EcoBoost I42.3L EcoBoost I4
Horsepower270 hp270 hp270 hp
Torque310 lb-ft310 lb-ft310 lb-ft
Transmission10-speed SelectShift automatic10-speed SelectShift automatic10-speed SelectShift automatic
Gears101010
Drivetrain4x2 SuperCab / 4x4 SuperCab / 4x2 SuperCrew / 4x4 SuperCrew4x2 SuperCab / 4x4 SuperCab / 4x2 SuperCrew / 4x4 SuperCrew4x2 SuperCab / 4x4 SuperCab / 4x2 SuperCrew / 4x4 SuperCrew
Fuel economy (combined)4x2 SuperCab: 23 mpg
4x4 SuperCab, 4x4 SuperCrew: 22 mpg
4x2 SuperCab: 23 mpg
4x4 SuperCab, 4x4 SuperCrew: 22 mpg
4x2 SuperCab: 23 mpg
4x4 SuperCab, 4x4 SuperCrew: 22 mpg
Size and capability
Seats4x2 SuperCab: 4
4x2 SuperCrew, 4x4 SuperCrew: 5
4x2 SuperCab: 4
4x2 SuperCrew, 4x4 SuperCrew: 5
4x2 SuperCab: 4
4x2 SuperCrew, 4x4 SuperCrew: 5
Max towing3,500 lb + option3,500 lb + option3,500 lb + option
Ground clearance4x2 SuperCab: 8.4 in
4x4 SuperCab, 4x4 SuperCrew: 8.9 in
4x2 SuperCab: 8.4 in
4x4 SuperCab, 4x4 SuperCrew: 8.9 in
4x2 SuperCab: 8.4 in
4x4 SuperCab, 4x4 SuperCrew: 8.9 in
Length210.8 in210.8 in210.8 in
Tech
Touchscreen8 inOptional8 in
Apple CarPlayWired—Wired
Android AutoWired—Wired
AudioOptional——
Speakers6 + option4 + option6
Driver assistance
Adaptive cruise controlOptional—Optional
Lane keepingLane Keep AssistOptionalLane Keep Assist
Blind-spot monitoringBlind Spot AlertOptionalBlind Spot Alert
Automatic emergency brakingAEB with Pedestrian DetectionAEB with Pedestrian DetectionAEB with Pedestrian Detection
Rear cross-trafficRear Cross-Traffic AlertOptionalRear Cross-Traffic Alert
Parking sensorsFront, Rear + optionOptionalRear + option
Comfort
SeatsLeather + optionCloth + optionCloth + option
Heated seatsFront—Optional
Climate zones212
Remote startApp-Based Remote Start + optionApp-Based Remote StartApp-Based Remote Start + option
Second row—4x2 SuperCab: —
4x2 SuperCrew, 4x4 SuperCrew: Bench Seat
4x2 SuperCab: —
4x2 SuperCrew, 4x4 SuperCrew: Bench Seat
Exterior
Wheels18 in + option16 in + option17 in + option
HeadlightsLED ReflectorHalogenHalogen
Packages and options (115)
LariatXLXLT
Bed Utility Package $395OptionalOptionalOptional
Black Appearance Package $1,090Optional—Optional
Chrome Package OptionalOptionalOptional
Electronic-Locking Rear Differential $420OptionalOptionalOptional
Engine Block Heater $80OptionalOptionalOptional
Equipment Group 100A —Standard—
Equipment Group 101A $1,135—Optional—
Equipment Group 300A ——Standard
Equipment Group 301A $1,670——Optional
Equipment Group 302A $2,450——Optional
Equipment Group 500A Standard——
Equipment Group 501A $2,005Optional——
FX2 Package $595OptionalOptionalOptional
FX4 Off-Road Package $1,295OptionalOptionalOptional
Sport Package $895——Optional
STX Appearance Package $995—Optional—
Technology Package $995Optional—Optional
Trailer Tow Package $495OptionalOptionalOptional
XL Power Equipment Group $355———
Aluminum Crossbed Storage Toolbox $575OptionalOptionalOptional
Bed Cargo Nets, Cleats, Liners and Mats OptionalOptionalOptional
Bed Cargo Sling Organizer OptionalOptionalOptional
Bed Crossbars OptionalOptionalOptional
Bed Divider OptionalOptionalOptional
Bed Light System OptionalOptionalOptional
Bed Rails OptionalOptionalOptional
Bed Tailgate Lock OptionalOptionalOptional
Tough Bed Spray-In Bedliner $495OptionalOptionalOptional
Chrome Exhaust Tip OptionalOptionalOptional
Drop-In Bedliner and Tailgate Liner OptionalOptionalOptional
Fender Flares OptionalOptionalOptional
Fender Vents OptionalOptionalOptional
Front License Plate Bracket OptionalOptionalOptional
Graphics Kits OptionalOptionalOptional
Hood Deflector OptionalOptionalOptional
Hood Protectors OptionalOptionalOptional
Amber LED Warning Strobes $625———
LED Warning Strobes and Work Task Lights OptionalOptionalOptional
Manually Sliding Rear Window with Privacy Glass and Defroster $225—Optional—
Molded and Premium Flat Splash Guards OptionalOptionalOptional
Pickup Box Delete —Optional—
Pickup Box Extender $295OptionalOptionalOptional
Racks and Carriers OptionalOptionalOptional
Rocker Panel Protection OptionalOptionalOptional
Black 5-in. Rectangular Running Boards $635OptionalOptionalOptional
Chrome 5-in. Rectangular Running Boards $635Optional—Optional
SecuriCode Keyless-Entry Keypad $95OptionalOptionalOptional
Side-Window Deflectors OptionalOptionalOptional
Splash Guards $130OptionalOptionalOptional
Swing Case Storage Box OptionalOptionalOptional
Tailgate Appliqué OptionalOptionalOptional
Tailgate Lettering OptionalOptionalOptional
Tailgate Spoiler OptionalOptionalOptional
Tents and Awning OptionalOptionalOptional
Tonneau Cover - Hard-Folding $995OptionalOptionalOptional
Tonneau Cover - Retractable $1,695OptionalOptionalOptional
Tonneau Cover - Soft-Folding $525OptionalOptionalOptional
Tow Hooks OptionalOptionalOptional
Trailer Towing Accessories OptionalOptionalOptional
Wheel Lock Kit OptionalOptionalOptional
110V/150W AC Power Outlet —Optional—
Ash Cup/Coin Holder OptionalOptionalOptional
Battery Jump-Start System OptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Organizers OptionalOptionalOptional
Carpeted Flooring with Carpeted Floor Mats $145—Optional—
Custom UVS100 Sunscreen OptionalOptionalOptional
Dash Cams OptionalOptionalOptional
Door-Sill Plates OptionalOptionalOptional
First Aid and Roadside Assistance Kits OptionalOptionalOptional
Floor Liners $160OptionalOptionalOptional
In-Vehicle Safe OptionalOptionalOptional
NextBase Duo Cinema OptionalOptionalOptional
Protective Seat Covers OptionalOptionalOptional
Rear-Seat Delete —Optional—
Remote Start System $195——Optional
Remote Start and Vehicle Security Systems OptionalOptionalOptional
Bullfrog Portable Bluetooth Speakers OptionalOptionalOptional
SYNC AM/FM Radio with 6 Speakers $870———
SYNC Voice Recognition System —Optional—
Backup Alarm $140OptionalOptionalOptional
Cruise Control $225———
Ford Co-Pilot360 $625—Optional—
Rear View Camera with Prep Kit $365—Optional—
Reverse Sensing System —Optional—
16-in. Silver Steel Wheel —Standard—
17-in. Chrome-Like PVD Wheel ——Optional
17-in. Magnetic-Painted Aluminum Wheel Optional—Optional
17-in. Silver-Painted Aluminum Wheel —OptionalStandard
18-in. Black Machined-Face Aluminum Wheel OptionalOptionalOptional
18-in. Black-Painted Aluminum Wheel with Black Center Caps Optional—Optional
18-in. Chrome-Like PVD Wheel Optional—Optional
18-in. Machined Aluminum Wheel with Magnetic-Painted Pockets $895Optional—Optional
18-in. Machined Aluminum Wheel with Stealth Gray-Painted Pockets Standard——
265/60R18 BSW All-Terrain Tires Standard——
LT265/65R17 OWL All-Terrain Tires $175OptionalOptionalOptional
255/65R17 BSW All-Season Tires ——Standard
255/65R17 BSW All-Terrain Tires ——Standard
255/70R16 BSW All-Season Tires —Standard—
265/60R18 BSW All-Season Tires Standard——
265/60R18 OWL Off-Road All-Terrain Tires ———
Iconic Silver Metallic OptionalOptionalOptional
Lightning Blue OptionalOptionalOptional
Magnetic OptionalOptionalOptional
Oxford White OptionalOptionalOptional
Race Red OptionalOptionalOptional
Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat $395Optional—Optional
Saber OptionalOptionalOptional
Shadow Black OptionalOptionalOptional
White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat $595Optional——
Ash Black Cloth —Optional—
Ebony Leather Optional——
Ebony Vinyl —Optional—
Medium Stone Leather Optional——
Premium Ebony Cloth —OptionalOptional
Premium Medium Stone Cloth ——Optional

Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Other, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: chassis, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.

Year by year

YearEnginesDriveFuel economyCrash ratingRecalls Owner complaintsMost-reported problemCarPlay
2026 2.3L 4-cyl turbo
2.7L 6-cyl turbo
3.0L 6-cyl turbo
4WD, RWD17–23 mpg 4 of 5 8 6 Power train (2) —
2025 2.3L 4-cyl turbo
2.7L 6-cyl turbo
3.0L 6-cyl turbo
4WD, RWD17–23 mpg 4 of 5 13 42 Power train (15) —
2024 2.3L 4-cyl turbo
2.7L 6-cyl turbo
3.0L 6-cyl turbo
4WD, RWD17–22 mpg 4 of 5 13 84 Power train (33) —
2023 2.3L 4-cyl turbo4WD, RWD19–23 mpg 4 of 5 4 18 Power train (5) —
2022 2.3L 4-cyl turbo, 270 hp4WD, RWD19–23 mpg 4 of 5 5 37 Power train (17) —
2021 2.3L 4-cyl turbo4WD, RWD18–23 mpg 4 of 5 6 117 Power train (59) —
2020 2.3L 4-cyl turbo, 270 hp4WD, RWD18–23 mpg 4 of 5 7 128 Power train (48) —
2019 2.3L 4-cyl turbo4WD, RWD18–23 mpg 4 of 5 11 268 Power train (92) —
2011 2.3L 4-cyl, 143 hp
4.0L 6-cyl, 207 hp
manual available
4WD, RWD16–24 mpg 2 of 5 6 235 Air bags (196) —
2010 2.3L 4-cyl, 143 hp
4.0L 6-cyl, 207 hp
manual available
4WD, RWD15–24 mpg Not rated 9 164 Air bags (128) —

Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA, counted as filed: older years have had longer to collect them and sales aren't adjusted for, so see Which year to buy for a fair comparison. Most-reported problem: the component named in the most complaints that year. Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.

Which years have…

Apple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingAWD or 4WDTows 5,000 lb or moreAdaptive cruise with stop and goBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsRemote startSunroof or moonroof
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
YearVersionStarsForward collision warning Lane departure warningRecallsComplaints
2026 FORD RANGER (SUPER CREW) PU/CC N/A 4WD4 NoNo 86
2026 FORD RANGER (SUPER CREW) PU/CC N/A RWD4 NoNo 86
2025 Ford Ranger (Super Crew) PU/CC 4WD4 Standard & OptionalOptional 1342
2025 Ford Ranger (Super Crew) PU/CC RWD4 Standard & OptionalOptional 1342
2024 Ford Ranger (Super Crew) PU/CC 4WD4 Standard & OptionalOptional 1384
2024 Ford Ranger (Super Crew) PU/CC RWD4 Standard & OptionalOptional 1384
2023 Ford Ranger (Super Cab) PU/EC 4WD4 Standard & OptionalOptional 418
2023 Ford Ranger (Super Cab) PU/EC RWD4 Standard & OptionalOptional 418
2023 Ford Ranger (Super Crew) PU/CC 4WD4 Standard & OptionalOptional 418
2023 Ford Ranger (Super Crew) PU/CC RWD4 Standard & OptionalOptional 418
2022 Ford Ranger Super Cab PU/EC 4WD4 StandardOptional 537
2022 Ford Ranger Super Cab PU/EC 2WD4 StandardOptional 537
2022 Ford Ranger Super Crew PU/CC 4WD4 StandardOptional 537
2022 Ford Ranger Super Crew PU/CC 2WD4 StandardOptional 537
2021 Ford Ranger Super Cab PU/EC 4WDNot Rated OptionalStandard 6117
2021 Ford Ranger Super Cab PU/EC 2WDNot Rated OptionalStandard 6117
2021 Ford Ranger Super Crew PU/CC 4WD4 OptionalStandard 6117
2021 Ford Ranger Super Crew PU/CC 2WD4 OptionalStandard 6117
2020 Ford Ranger Super Crew PU/CC 4WD4 StandardOptional 7128
2020 Ford Ranger Super Cab PU/EC 4WDNot Rated StandardOptional 7128
2020 Ford Ranger Super Crew PU/CC 2WD4 StandardOptional 7128
2020 Ford Ranger Super Cab PU/EC 2WDNot Rated StandardOptional 7128
2019 Ford Ranger Super Crew PU/CC 2WD4 NoNo 11268
2019 Ford Ranger Super Crew PU/CC 4WD4 NoNo 11268
2019 Ford Ranger Super Cab PU/EC 4x2Not Rated NoNo 11268
2019 Ford Ranger Super Cab PU/EC 4x4Not Rated NoNo 11268
2011 Ford Ranger Super Cab PU/EC 4x42 NoNo 6235
2011 Ford Ranger Regular Cab PU/RC 4x22 NoNo 6235
2011 Ford Ranger Super Cab PU/EC 4x22 NoNo 6235
2010 Ford Ranger Regular Cab w/SABNot Rated NoNo 9156
2010 Ford Ranger Supercab 4-DR w/SABNot Rated NoNo 9164
2010 Ford Ranger Supercab 2-DR w/SABNot Rated NoNo 9164

Source: NHTSA.

Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
YearEPA modelEnginesCombined
2026Ranger 2WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 23
2026Ranger 4WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo
Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo
20–21
2026Ranger RAPTOR 4WDAuto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo 17
2025Ranger 2WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 23
2025Ranger 4WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo
Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo
20–22
2025Ranger RAPTOR 4WDAuto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo 17
2024Ranger 2WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 22
2024Ranger 4WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo
Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo
20–22
2024Ranger RAPTOR 4WDAuto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo 17
2023Ranger 2WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-start
Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI
22–23
2023Ranger 4WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-start
Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI
21–22
2023Ranger Tremor 4WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 19
2022Ranger 2WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI
Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI
22–23
2022Ranger 4WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI
Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI
21–22
2022Ranger Tremor 4WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 19
2021Ranger 2WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 23
2021Ranger 2WD IncompleteAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 18
2021Ranger 4WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 22
2021Ranger Tremor 4WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 19
2020Ranger 2WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 23
2020Ranger 2WD IncompleteAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 18
2020Ranger 4WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 22
2019Ranger 2WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 23
2019Ranger 2WD IncompleteAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 18
2019Ranger 4WDAuto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Turbo 22
2011Ranger 2WDMan 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.3 L
Auto 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.3 L
Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L
Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L
17–24
2011Ranger 4WDMan 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L
Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L
16–17
2010Ranger 2WDMan 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.3 L
Auto 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.3 L
Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L
Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L
17–24
2010Ranger 4WDMan 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L
Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L
15–17

Source: fueleconomy.gov.

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