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1996 Ford Ranger Regular Cab Consumer Reviews

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4.4
(687 reviews)
1996 Ford Ranger Regular Cab
5
58%
4
27%
3
10%
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3%
1
2%
95%
Recommend this vehicle
Value
4.5
Performance
4.4
Quality
4.5
Comfort
4.3
Reliability
4.6
Styling
4.4
1996 Ranger Regular Cab Overview
Among the 687 owners who provided feedback on the 1996 Ford Ranger Regular Cab for Kelley Blue Book, consumer sentiment is mostly positive, with 95% recommending the vehicle. As a whole, consumers found the vehicle's reliability and quality to be its strongest features and comfort to be its weakest. 399 out of 687 of owners (58% of them) rank the 1996 Ranger Regular Cab five out of five stars. Overall, consumers seem aligned in their opinions of the 1996 Ford Ranger Regular Cab. Is it the right vehicle for for you? Check out Kelley Blue Book's consumer reviews and see for yourself.
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Review Summary

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The vehicle offers reliable and durable performance, with robust engine options and minimal maintenance needs. It provides practical capabilities for hauling and off-road use, though may lack some power and comfort compared to larger trucks. Key strengths include affordability, fuel efficiency, and ease of maintenance.
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Positive Review

"Better MPG than original window sticker."

No frills were originally installed on this truck - no A/C, no power windows/doors/seats and no cruise control. The seats are built lower than they should be but overall the truck is very comfortable. New tranny & clutch @ 285,000 miles. I *average* 25mpg & can get up to 30mpg highway. Very few rust spots despite 15 years living near salt air.


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Critical Review

"I'll trust it almost anywhere."

I bought it used, I'm the third owner. The interior could be better but its all holding together. The seat has some burns in it along with a small cut in the side. Shifts good its a little hard into second though. The engine runs very good. Never been thrashed on. New radio. The a\c doesn't work but the heater will drive you out. Steerings great. The biggest problem with it was the thermostat, that's been replaced.

1996 Ranger Regular Cab Reviews

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Dave
5/9/2026
Great Ford truck
Pros

Never breaks down good on gas

Cons

Small truck no four-wheel-drive

Best Ford Ranger I’ve ever had. I’ve had three of them. These trucks last forever they never break down.

Value
5.0
Performance
4.0
Quality
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
4.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Valor
1/30/2026
Best little truck I’ve owned

This Rangers been in our family for countless years as a yard truck and now my daily and it’s been flawless

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5c6f26e9
3/12/2024
256K miles and still going strong
Pros

Reliable

Cons

100 Hp

Bought new in 1994 for under $11K. 2.3L 4 cyl engine with a manual transmission. A/C and AM/FM radio were the only amenities. Has just over 256K miles on it. Clutch was changed at 213K miles. Mechanic said it was the longest lasting original clutch they had ever seen. Previous shop record was 169K. I've replaced AC lines, front brake pads and rotors, rear brake drums, shocks, and an alternator. I've never touched one thing on the engine other than the scheduled timing belt service every 80K miles. Easily the most reliable small truck every made.

Value
5.0
Performance
3.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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97 Ranger
11/22/2023
2.3 4-cylinder lima motor

Excellent running truck, classic looks, gas saver, easy to maneuver, basic equipment, long lasting built Ford Tough

Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Anonymous Reviewer
6/27/2023
5

I bought a 1994 Ford ranger 19yr ago and it has 234,000 miles and still runs great. I would not give my little black baby up for anything.

Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Frank
2/17/2023
97 ranger

Good truck . If it’s a 4 cylinder. Low on power high in reliability. Get timing’ belt changed at 100k

Value
3.0
Performance
2.0
Quality
3.0
Comfort
4.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
3.0
Recommends this vehicle
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King
11/26/2022
Love it
Pros

All of it

Cons

None of it

So good on gas and so fun nice little truck and reliable I would recommend to anyone, especially the 5 speed

Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Lump
9/10/2022
aerherhe
Pros

Car in good condition

Cons

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Value
4.0
Performance
4.0
Quality
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Reliability
4.0
Styling
4.0
Recommends this vehicle
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