Overview & Reviews

Ford's popular compact pickup receives a number of minor changes for 2003. The 2002 Tremor package, with its ear-splitting 485-watt sound system, returns for 2003 as a trim level, joining XL, Edge and XLT in the lineup. A chrome appearance package for select XLT models is available, and last year's FX4 package for four-wheel-drive Rangers is offered in two guises: Off Road and Level II. New Sonic Blue paint is unique to FX4 Level II Rangers. Other changes to the 2003 Ford Ranger include covered visor vanity mirrors for XLT models, standard step bars on XLT 4WD SuperCab and Edge 4WD models and minor interior trim and fabric revisions on some models. Finally, crew cab rear seats get LATCH anchors, and some new colors are available.

• Strong 4.0-liter V6 engine, handsome styling, variety of trim levels, functional interior.

• Uncomfortable cabin, dated design, no V8 is available, no crew cab configuration.

User Reviews:

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  best truck - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By g-dog - August 15 - 2:00 am

  I had many compact trucks, but the ranger beats them all. the quality of ride and the durability is by far the best i had. Off-road and on the road the ranger handles excellent. I would recommend a ranger to anyone looking for a midsize truck.

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  Ranger Edge - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By Ford Racing - August 13 - 10:00 am

  Awesome little truck! It hasnt let me down since 1985 when I got my first one, and now I have my new one.

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  Edge - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By laddy - August 13 - 2:00 am

  Owned 2002 Edge 4door before this one. This time I purchased the extended cab without the 4 doors. Huge mistake! I highly recommend the 4 door when purchasing the extended cab.

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  Never been better - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By NHRA - May 30 - 2:00 am

  This truck is a joy to drive every day. This is my second ranger and I enjoy all the changes. My 2003 Edge regular cab 4x2 came with a 3.0l v6 and a 5 speed manual transmission. This engine can pull! There are plenty of options and packages available that anyone should be able to find what they like. Oh yeah, and edmunds, quit saying the "Ranger needs a V8" because you neglect to say this for the Tacoma, Frontier, S-10 or Sonoma. If you get the 4.0l, or the 3.0l in the regular cab, you will see there is power aplenty in the one compact truck with the best features and value on the market.

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  Best in class - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By ESommers - April 17 - 2:00 am

  Best possible compact pickup. Out classes all other small trucks.

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  Recommend - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By ucf6515 - July 29 - 2:00 am

  I would definitely recommend this truck. The seats are uncomfortable if you are traveling long distances. The truck is fun to drive, although I would opt for the 4.0 if I could afford it. The 5 speed manual shifts easily, but the clutch took a day or two to get used too.

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  Best buy for the money - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By MyFirstFord - March 23 - 2:00 am

  I have only had this truck 3 months, but I have put almost 10Kmiles on it already, and no problems. I was looking for some cheap transportation, and I needed a truck. I got a good deal on a brand new Base Ranger XL (no options) for $8,890. For what I paid for this truck, it has so far out performed all my expectations. Great gas mileage with the 4cylinder, not fast, but goes pretty good. I really have nothing bad to say yet. If I had paid $20K for this truck I would be a little upset, but I would say this is the best Bang for the buck I could have gotten as long as I dont have future problems down the line.

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  2003 Ranger XL 5 Spd 2.3L - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By dchinn - March 7 - 10:00 am

  Pros: low price ($9700 OTD), full instrumentation, good mpg cons: low power, slow acceleration, choppy turns and cornering.

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  BEST COMPACT TRUCK - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By REIDA WESTON - March 7 - 10:00 am

  IV ONLY HAD MY RANGER EDGE FOR ONE MONTH AND I AM SO IMPRESSED WITH IT I KNOW I MADE THE RIGHT DECISION ON PURCHASING THIS TRUCK. ITS FUN TO DRIVE AND EVERYWHERE I GO PEOPLE STARE AT IT. THE EXTERIOR IS SO GOOD LOOKING I CANT BELIEVE ITS A COMPACT TRUCK. I HAD AN EXPLORER BEFORE THIS AND I THOUGHT IT WAS THE BEST VEHICLE IVE EVER OWNED. IT HELPED ME TO DECIDE TO PURCHASE ANOTHER FORD. I BOUGHT GM FOR 30 YEARS AND THE LAST THREE WAS NOT IMPRESSIVE. THE ONLY PART I AM "NOT HAPPY" WITH IS THE GAS MILEAGE. MY EXPLORER GOT 21-22 MILES PER GALLON AND THIS SMALL TRUCK GETS ONLY 15-19. I HAVE THE FUEL FLEX 3.0 V6.

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  Ranger still #1 - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By ranger fan - January 29 - 10:00 am

  If you are tall like me, the supercab is the way to go. Even with the seats all the way back you still have plenty of room to fit a suitcase or groceries with ease. However, it isnt very comfortable for an adult...Children fit nicely though. The acceleration is very nice! Merging into busy traffic or passing that slow driver in the fast lane isnt as nerve racking as driving in a 4 cylinder would be. Great buy!!!