2008 Ford Ranger Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2008 Ford Ranger lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
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| Fair Market Price | $6,367 | $7,076 | $7,621 | $7,626 | $7,770 | $7,814 | $8,512 | $9,015 | $9,200 | $9,435 | $9,696 | $10,255 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 19/Hwy 24/Comb 21 MPG | City 19/Hwy 24/Comb 21 MPG | City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG | City 19/Hwy 24/Comb 21 MPG | City 19/Hwy 24/Comb 21 MPG | City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG | City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG | City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG | City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG | City 14/Hwy 17/Comb 15 MPG | City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG | City 14/Hwy 17/Comb 15 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 143 @ 5250 RPM | 143 @ 5250 RPM | 148 @ 4900 RPM | 143 @ 5250 RPM | 143 @ 5250 RPM | 207 @ 5250 RPM | 207 @ 5250 RPM | 207 @ 5250 RPM | 207 @ 5250 RPM | 207 @ 5250 RPM | 207 @ 5250 RPM | 207 @ 5250 RPM | ||
| Torque | 154 lb-ft | 154 lb-ft | 180 lb-ft | 154 lb-ft | 154 lb-ft | 238 lb-ft | 238 lb-ft | 238 lb-ft | 238 lb-ft | 238 lb-ft | 238 lb-ft | 238 lb-ft | ||
| Towing Capacity | 6,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs | ||
| Payload | 1,260 pounds | 1,260 pounds | 1,260 pounds | 1,260 pounds | 1,260 pounds | 1,260 pounds | 1,260 pounds | 1,260 pounds | 1,260 pounds | 1,260 pounds | 1,260 pounds | 1,260 pounds | ||
| Body Styles | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.3 Liter | V6, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.3 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | ||
| Curb Weight | 3,030 pounds | 3,069 pounds | 3,241 pounds | 3,030 pounds | 3,069 pounds | 3,189 pounds | 3,189 pounds | 3,543 pounds | 3,339 pounds | 3,668 pounds | 3,549 pounds | 3,668 pounds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Remote Keyless Entry | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Remote Engine Start | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Premium Radio | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Satellite Radio | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Torque | 154 @ 5250 RPM | 154 @ 5250 RPM | 180 @ 4900 RPM | 154 @ 5250 RPM | 154 @ 5250 RPM | 238 @ 5250 RPM | 238 @ 5250 RPM | 238 @ 5250 RPM | 238 @ 5250 RPM | 238 @ 5250 RPM | 238 @ 5250 RPM | 238 @ 5250 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Power Outlet | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Windows | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Cup Holder Count | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Fog Lights | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Privacy Glass | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD | ||
| Limited Slip Differential | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Bed Length | 6 feet | 7 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 7 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 3030 pounds | 3069 pounds | 3241 pounds | 3030 pounds | 3069 pounds | 3189 pounds | 3189 pounds | 3543 pounds | 3339 pounds | 3668 pounds | 3549 pounds | 3668 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 17 gallons | 20 gallons | 17 gallons | 17 gallons | 20 gallons | 19.5 gallons | 19.5 gallons | 19.5 gallons | 19.5 gallons | 19.5 gallons | 19.5 gallons | 19.5 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.7 inches | Not Available | 7.7 inches | 7.7 inches | 7.5 inches | 9.8 inches | 9.8 inches | 9.8 inches | 9.8 inches | 10.1 inches | 9.8 inches | 10.1 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 188.5 inches | 200.5 inches | 188.5 inches | 188.5 inches | 200.5 inches | 202.9 inches | 202.9 inches | 202.9 inches | 202.9 inches | 202.9 inches | 202.9 inches | 202.9 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 1260 pounds | 1260 pounds | 1260 pounds | 1260 pounds | 1260 pounds | 1260 pounds | 1260 pounds | 1260 pounds | 1260 pounds | 1260 pounds | 1260 pounds | 1260 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | ||
| Truck Bed Volume | 37 feet | 43 feet | 37 feet | 37 feet | 43 feet | 37 feet | 37 feet | 37 feet | 37 feet | 37 feet | 37 feet | 37 feet | ||
| Turning Diameter | 37.7 feet | 39.8 feet | 37.7 feet | 37.7 feet | 39.8 feet | 42.7 feet | 42.7 feet | 42.7 feet | 42.7 feet | 42.7 feet | 42.7 feet | 43 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 112 inches | 118 inches | 112 inches | 112 inches | 118 inches | 126 inches | 126 inches | 126 inches | 126 inches | 126 inches | 126 inches | 126 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches | 70.3 inches | 69.4 inches | 70.3 inches |
FAQs
Does the 2008 Ford Ranger have a turbo?
No, the 2008 Ranger does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time.
Is the Ford Ranger underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2008 Ranger ranges in power from the XL Pickup 2D 6 ft with 143 horsepower to the FX4 Off-Road Pickup 4D 6 ft with 207 horsepower.
How much horsepower does a 2008 Ranger have?
The 2008 Ranger ranges in power from the XL Pickup 2D 6 ft with 143 horsepower to the FX4 Off-Road Pickup 4D 6 ft with 207 horsepower.
All 2008 Ford Ranger Trims and Styles
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