2005 Ford Ranger Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Ford Ranger is a perennial favourite among compact pickup trucks, and recent improvements have made it more usable than ever before.
Thanks to somewhat bland but timeless styling and a content-heavy facelift in 2004, the Ranger looks nearly as fresh today as it did when the latest generation first debuted in 2001. The 2004 update brought a taller and more well-defined grille, a curvier body, and a host of interior upgrades that include new seats and convenience features.
Ford offers the Ranger in a few different body and cab configurations that include an old-school regular cab, a supercab (extended cab) with a 6-foot bed, and a flareside option with recessed body panels in front of the rear wheels. Trim levels include the Ford Ranger XL, STX, XLT, FX4 Off-road, and FX4 Level II, with the Edge package being offered on multiple models. Heated front seats are not available.
The Ranger is offered with three different engine choices for 2005: A 2.3-litre inline-four with power specs of 98 horsepower, a 3.0-litre V6 with 140 horsepower, and a 4.0-litre V6 with 160 horsepower. A five-speed manual transmission is standard on most grades with a five-speed automatic transmission being offered; similarly, a rear-wheel drive (RWD) drivetrain is the default on most grades but four-wheel drive (4WD) is an option on most. Trucks equipped with the larger V6 have no trouble accelerating to highway speeds and passing once there. The powertrain's low-down torque is ideal for off-roading, towing, and anything requiring low-range 4WD.
The 2004 suspension upgrade brought new bushings, shocks, and springs, which work with a new tire size to greatly improve the truck's ride quality and handling. Combined with a new brake setup that came to the Ranger line in 2003, the package adds up to a compact truck with confident handling and the capability to handle a heavy load when needed.
The Ranger leaves much to be desired in the area of crash test results. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) found that moderate overlap front and roof strength are only worthy of an Acceptable rating, while side crashworthiness gets a Marginal score. Only the head restraints and seats are rated as Good, as testing found that dummies' movement inside the cabin during a crash were reasonably well contained by the seats and head rests. The truck was not tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Standard safety equipment includes dual front airbags, three-point seatbelts with force-limiting pre-tensioners, child seat anchor points, anti-lock brakes, and an electronic brake distribution system.
At this point in the Ranger's lifecycle, Ford has sold enough of these little trucks to recoup any research and development costs that came along with its creation. As a result, the company has been able to sell the 2005 Ranger with a starting price that lands well below $20,000, which undercuts the competition and firmly cements the truck's place in the great value hall of fame. You don't get much for that money. Namely, it buys you a four-cylinder engine and almost no creature comforts to speak of, but for many truck buyers that's all that really counts.
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2005 Ford Ranger Pricing
Trims & specs
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73
Exterior Features
Bumper color: chrome
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.10
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73
Exterior Features
Bumper color: chrome
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Pioneer · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Pioneer · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73
Exterior Features
Bumper color: chrome
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Pioneer · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.10
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Pioneer · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: jumpseats
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Pioneer · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73
Exterior Features
Bumper color: chrome
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: jumpseats
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Pioneer · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.10
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: jumpseats
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome · Skid plate(s): front and rear
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10
Exterior Features
Skid plate(s): front and rear
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10 · Limited slip differential: rear
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Pioneer · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome · Skid plate(s): front and rear
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Pioneer · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10
Exterior Features
Skid plate(s): front and rear
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Pioneer · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome · Skid plate(s): front and rear
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: jumpseats
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Pioneer · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10
Exterior Features
Skid plate(s): front and rear
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: jumpseats
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Pioneer · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10 · Limited slip differential: rear
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: jumpseats
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent