Overview & Reviews

The 2006 Ford Ranger pickup receives revised exterior trim and styling details. Available on both two- and four-door extended cabs this year, the FX4 model now comes with rubber flooring. Lastly, the Edge model has been renamed the Sport.

• Multiple trim levels and options, functional interior, solid off-road capability.

• Dated platform, weak engines, choppy ride, lack of modern features and amenities, no crew-cab body style or side airbags.

User Reviews:

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  I show mine in car shows - 2006 Ford Ranger
  By ghost ranger - January 24 - 3:49 pm

  I love my truck I have been showing in car shows for three years. It is fun to drive and runs good.I think that Ford is wrong for stopping production on them. I have had six new cars since 1999. This is the only one I would buy over again but I cant because there not going to make it anymore. I am sure I am not the only one.

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  Awesome Vehicle! - 2006 Ford Ranger
  By aj - January 20 - 8:38 pm

  This is a wonderful truck. The 4X4 system works great. Great gas mileage. we had a 2003 Mazda B3000 prior to purchacing this truck. The Mazda had a 3.0L V6 and the Ford has a 4.0L V6, so we were expecting to lose some gas milage, but no we did not. The Ford is just as easy on gas as the Mazda was. The 4.0L V6 has lots and lots and lots of power. The air conditioner works great.

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  Never again - 2006 Ford Ranger
  By Pat - January 10 - 2:28 pm

  Bought my truck used 1 year ago with 12,000 miles on it. Just got back from my 5th visit to the dealer to have it repaired. Once for 4X4 transfer switch breaking, 3 times for transmission leak, and once for blown shock (the truck hauls air and has never pulled a trailer) and a clogged fuel filter. All with less than 24,000 miles. Oh, I have to go back next week to have the shock installed. The dealer had to order it. Whats sad is that I really like the style and size of the truck. Its perfect for my needs, but Im not going to have it spend as much time in my garage as it does as the dealers.

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  Transmission Trouble - 2006 Ford Ranger
  By BudZ - January 8 - 10:04 pm

  I have had pretty good luck with the truck until it hit 34000 miles. The tailgate handle broke and the transmission began slipping on the auto. Luckily it is under warranty. The dealership had to rebuild the transmission at a cost to them of $2500. I hope this is not a sign of things to come. My warranty runs out at 36000 miles.

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  Great Truck! - 2006 Ford Ranger
  By Terry - December 28 - 9:34 pm

  I love the little truck. With a 4 cylinder engine, I can only wish that it had more torque. I shouldnt complain when Im getting about 29 miles to a gallon on the highway.

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  Average American Vehicle - 2006 Ford Ranger
  By James - November 20 - 5:02 pm

  Gas mileage should be better. I had to pay for jack bolts to be installed so the front end could be aligned. These items used to be installed at the factory. Neither Ford or the dealer would assist with the expense. the front end could not be aligned without this $200 expense at 8000 miles. I will consider a Toyota or Honda for my next truck.

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  Its a blast - 2006 Ford Ranger
  By shorty6 - September 29 - 9:37 pm

  I looked at Toys but design is quircky. Im 63"& easily fit behind wheel in Ranger. I run 30K/yr. When I need to haul heavy, this is the truck! Ride is very good with 100# or more in the bed, kinda choppy without a load but it is a truck. 4 cyl. is 143hp, yahooo! It gets on the hiway fast, stops on a dime, 27-29 mpg, blows away other trucks ie Nissan, Chevy Colorado, Toys in price!, in value!, in economy!, in performance!, in maintanence cost! My 98 Ranger gave me 218,000 miles. The difference in price to competition buys an awful lot of fuel and repairs if any. At 100K, I only have standard maintainence. Ford will lose me if Ranger gos away. I love its big hp in small package, blastoff!

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  We need a Ranger Hybrid - 2006 Ford Ranger
  By Hank - June 29 - 4:02 pm

  I love this truck. I purchased it brand new with 8 miles on it. Now I am somewhere near 35000 miles on it. It is a 4 cyl, I am getting 26.5 miles on average miles per gallon. I think Ford should make these trucks in a hybrid version with 4 cylinder engine. In fact an electric plug in Ranger would be ideal. My next vehicle and my wifes will be a hybrid or somehing more efficient. If I have to I will build my own electric Ranger

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  Great truck - 2006 Ford Ranger
  By ed - May 25 - 5:52 am

  I bought this truck used, and so far I love it. It drives great, I get 21.7 mpg so far. Just look around and you can see all the rangers still on the road. Im a tall guy and can stretch out all the way. This one is loaded with everything so complaints.

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  Best value for money - 2006 Ford Ranger
  By SurfCity - January 4 - 11:32 am

  I bought an 06 Ranger sport model which my son uses to go surfing, camping, and I use when I need a truck. No problems after 2 yrs. Sharp styling, and is priced considerably below Toyota, Nissan. I bought the truck for the price listed in the newspaper. Good handling, no frills, but good functional truck and best for the money on the market. Sport model with extended cab is very popular with younger crowd.