Ford Ranger vs RAM 2500

2024 Ford Ranger
2024 Ford Ranger
$32,720MSRP
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2025 RAM 2500
2025 RAM 2500
$45,565MSRP
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2024 Ford Ranger
$32,720MSRP
Overview
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2025 RAM 2500
$45,565MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

1983-2011

Years produced

2011-Present

MSRP

$32,720

MSRP

$45,565

Listings

1243

Listings

2854

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.2 out of 10

Expert reviews

Pros

  • Multiple powertrain options

  • Great handling

  • Quiet cabin

Cons

  • Interior materials feel cheap

  • Sluggish touchscreen response

  • Advanced safety features are not standard

Reviews Summary

While Ford outsells all other brands with its full-size pickup trucks, it lags behind in the midsize class. The Ranger, once the king of small trucks, hasn’t been a strong seller since Ford relaunched it for the 2019 model year. The smaller Maverick currently outsells the Ranger by nearly two to one. For 2024, the new Ranger brings more of everything: power, tech, refinement, space, and most importantly, choice. Is it too late for Ford to catch up? We tested a Ranger XLT to find out.

Verdict: With new V6 engines and a Raptor trim, the 2024 Ford Ranger offers greater choice and capability to finally match the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Nissan Frontier, and Toyota Tacoma.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.3L 270 hp I4

Engine

Drive Train

4X2

Drive Train

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

3

MPG City

21

MPG City

MPG Highway

25

MPG Highway

2024 Ford Ranger
2024 Ford Ranger
$32,720MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2025 RAM 2500
2025 RAM 2500
$45,565MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Ford Ranger
$32,720MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2025 RAM 2500
$45,565MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
1983-2011
2011-Present
MSRP
$32,720
$45,565
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.2

4.4

Expert reviews

7.2 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Multiple powertrain options

  • Great handling

  • Quiet cabin

Cons

  • Interior materials feel cheap

  • Sluggish touchscreen response

  • Advanced safety features are not standard

Summary

While Ford outsells all other brands with its full-size pickup trucks, it lags behind in the midsize class. The Ranger, once the king of small trucks, hasn’t been a strong seller since Ford relaunched it for the 2019 model year. The smaller Maverick currently outsells the Ranger by nearly two to one. For 2024, the new Ranger brings more of everything: power, tech, refinement, space, and most importantly, choice. Is it too late for Ford to catch up? We tested a Ranger XLT to find out.

Verdict: With new V6 engines and a Raptor trim, the 2024 Ford Ranger offers greater choice and capability to finally match the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Nissan Frontier, and Toyota Tacoma.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.3L 270 hp I4
Drive Train
4X2
Seating Capacity
5
3
MPG City
21
MPG Highway
25
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