Overview & Reviews

All 2004 Ford Rangers get a more aggressive raised hood and a partitioned grille that more closely matches that of other Ford trucks. Inside, seats have been revised to improve comfort, and leather upholstery is a new option. A new leather-wrapped, four-spoke steering wheel is available on some models, as is a floor console. New white-faced gauges are standard on all models, except the base XL. The Tremor model's 510-watt stereo now has MP3 capability, and other models are eligible for a 290-watt Pioneer Sound package with an in-dash CD/MP3 player. Additionally, the Tremor is available with four-wheel drive this year, and the off-road-ready FX4 gets an electronic shift-on-the-fly transfer case. Sixteen-inch aluminum wheels are optional on two-wheel-drive Edge models, and an engine block heater is standard in select states.

• Strong 4.0-liter V6 engine, multiple trim levels and options, functional interior.

• Dated platform, weak base engines, no crew cab configuration.

User Reviews:

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  I love my Ranger - 2004 Ford Ranger
  By usnguy1982 - October 10 - 2:00 am

  I bought this vehicle a week ago and I am more than happy with my purchase. I am 21 years old and was looking for a Mustang when I came across this truck. I am very impressed with the performance and sport feel I get while driving it. I am definitely glad I chose this over a Mustang!

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  Excellent Value - 2004 Ford Ranger
  By wyxlzorf - July 15 - 8:00 pm

  I use my Ranger for a daily driver, doing run and bump North Dallas commuting during the week. The weekend finds it pulling a 30 foot long, but light trailer hauling a glider. Great utility vehicle, but could use some more giddyup. Reasonable comfort, driveability, and build quality for the price. This is my second Ranger. The first went 10+ years and 200,000 miles with very little problems and this one looks to be even better.

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  tough little truck - 2004 Ford Ranger
  By tyrone buckets - June 16 - 9:35 pm

  It will never die cold or hot it starts. comfortable seats for long drives. Needs more room in the back for storage and seats. I have over 180,000 miles only needed to maintain truck. Nothing has gone wrong. I will get up to 355 miles on one tank.No speeding must dive a minimium 5-10 over speed limit Great MPGs.

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  ranger review - 2004 Ford Ranger
  By cashen - May 29 - 2:00 am

  VERY NICE TRUCK. IF YOU CANT AFFORD AN F150 OR IF ITS TOO BIG. THEN THE RANGER IS AN EXCELLENT CHOICE.

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  BUY AMERICAN - 2004 Ford Ranger
  By PDB - April 17 - 2:00 am

  XLNT PERFORNABCE ON FIRE ROADS.....AND HILL CLIMBS

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  The best - 2004 Ford Ranger
  By 1516171819 - March 5 - 2:00 am

  my ranger has 160,000 miles and hasnt been in the shop once! but if thats not good enough, my grandpas ranger has 320,000 miles and running strong!

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  Under Rated - 2004 Ford Ranger
  By Tiny - February 8 - 12:54 pm

  This truck doesnt receive the credit it deserves. Any online review you read bashes its dated design and powertrain. But they never take the time to think of why.The Ranger works! It has to be one of the most reliable trucks out there, and its design is tried and true. Ive owned two, a 93 XLT 4X4 fully equiped standard cab 4.0, and my current 04 XL 4X2 standard cab 3.0 5spd. Both were well built, rugged, and fun to drive. I beat up my mostly stock 93 and only broke a radiator mount (which was rusted anyway). The only thing I wish is that the Ranger had more support from aftermarket companies. The truck has a lot of performance potential, it just needs more people to notice.

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  Ford Ranger XLT LB 4WD - 2004 Ford Ranger
  By Dale Gould - January 21 - 2:00 am

  I really like this truck I have owned it for ver a year, I cant find anyting really wrong with it. To pick it apart I would recomand anyone to buy the 4.0 it gets the same gas milage as the 3.0, I would also add an extra 2 inches of leg room. However I have been very saticfied and it had convinced me that my next purchase will be a F 150

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  No better Compact Truck...period - 2004 Ford Ranger
  By C Smith - May 15 - 4:28 pm

  3rd Ranger Ive owned (88,99,04). Truck is more reliable than any other truck I have owned. I work for a city gov. agency, I drive all makes and models. There is no better compact truck out there. Pull a 5x8 trailer w/ 2 sport quads. I would tell anyone to but this truck.

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  Number 6 for me - 2004 Ford Ranger
  By Thomas - May 11 - 12:27 am

  I had and 83, which I put a 302 in after 180K miles, my 88,91,93,95 Splash and now a 2004 XLT 4x4, all gave me very little problems,the 2.9 L 88s TFI module went out on a rainy night but I always had a sparemodule, with the tool, in the glovebox. My 2004 ,with the 4.0 L V6, is the best yet as far as fit and function and reliability since I live in the snow belt it has to be good. I think I will upgrade to the 2008 FX4 this summer. Mine has 55K on it and still looks new.