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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  My Tweety Truck - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By reinasoleil - October 15 - 10:00 am

  I am very happy with this truck so far! It has all the power a truck its size would need. It has a classy look, but will do its work. The ride is quiet and the suspension gives a feel of sturdiness without being rough. The front seats are extremely comfortable. Its pleasing to drive & it makes me smile just looking at it. I think Im in love!!

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  All over again - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By Jaydub02 - June 26 - 12:59 pm

  This is my second Ranger. The 4.0 is a huge improvement in power and still gets 20mpg on the highway. I love the 5 speed auto its smooth and quiet. I towed my wifes taurus and had a motorcycle in the bed 350 miles. With the o/d off I still got 13mpg at 65mph on the trip with no problems. 4.0 hauled the 4500+lb payload with aplomb. I am very pleased with my Ranger and would recommend it to anyone who needs a smaller truck.

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  ford ranger review - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By jermsac - June 14 - 2:00 am

  the truck drives good and shift nice and has a good engine

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  Very Pleased - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By rngrownr - February 13 - 10:00 am

  Probably paid a little much for this model but Im glad I did now. The interior is very nice and pretty much every feature ranger offers comes standard.

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  4.0 SOHC ONLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By Harry Tasker - February 6 - 2:00 am

  I just purchased my second Ford Ranger. I test-drove many different models of ranger from the edge to XLT to the FX4 Level II. The level II was the best buy for the money I paid just under $20400 for it by purchasing online. After reading the other reviews it is pretty obvious that you have to buy the 4.0 Liter SOHC SC engine has more power then you need for a compact truck. The sport bucket seats are far more comfortable then the bench seats.

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  Ranger - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By bob9876 - December 31 - 10:00 am

  93,000 miles has yet to see a service dept.

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  fx4 II - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By russ123 - November 6 - 2:00 am

  Beat it up it can take it

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  # 3 - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By victor cavagna - September 14 - 10:00 am

  I have 2002 edge plus i towed a 6x12" uhaul to my property load and also bed of the truck good test for torque climded 4000in 4th in the auto and also the 4wheeler of it is asome

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  Great Truck - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By emailjwl - August 3 - 10:00 am

  Traded my 2000 Focus this spring for a Ranger. Had heard great reviews on the Focus and had nothing but troubles and recall notices from the start. So much for the "best new car in its class." I needed a truck, but having owned compact cars all my life I didnt want anything too big. I am able to use the Ranger for what I wanted it for; light hauling. It is easy to drive. For a truck it is not an uncomfortale ride. The gas milage has been great (26 mpg). And has already been more reliable than my Focus. The Ranger has been around for many years. It has a good track record. After the Focus fiasco, give me the tried and true.

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  Great Truck - 2003 Ford Ranger
  By J Kelly - August 3 - 10:00 am

  I bought a 5 speed 3.0 V6 and I love this truck! I owned a 91 nissan truck and I thought I would never find a better truck. The ride is very comfortable, the instrument panel and controls are perfect. This is a really fun truck to drive, and I like that the truck sits high, unlike the other truck companies. More truck companies need to learn from Ford and get thier trucks up off of the ground and bring them up a little bit. This truck gives me the power I need when I need it. She has no problems when climbing mountain roads or passing others on the road. I hope I can get 200,000+ miles out this truck like I did with my nissan.