2004 Ford Ranger Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.45/5 Average
143 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

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.

Pros:
  • Strong 4.0-liter V6 engine, multiple trim levels and options, functional interior.
Cons:
  • Dated platform, weak base engines, no crew cab configuration.

User Reviews:

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  • pretty filly - 2004 Ford Ranger
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    Fun to drive. Has looks. Its everything the Pissan Nissan Frontier wasnt. Doesnt tilt over onto bump-stops when going thru corners. Been having fun with it so far. Toreador red looks great. Been told its like Candy-apple red. Get the gascap on TIGHT.

  • Another Great Ford - 2004 Ford Ranger
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    My third Ranger and probably the best one yet. Simply the best small truck on the market and American owned. Handles great in snow and off-road. Improved sound system and engine.

  • great vehicle - 2004 Ford Ranger
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    this is the best truck i ever owned. 2nd ford ranger i have had.

  • Edge believer - 2004 Ford Ranger
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    I bought the edge and I can tell you I would not have thought Id like a truck as much as I do. I origiannly bought it because I bought a townhouse and Knew Id need a truck to move stuff around. I love it...I use it for any trip to home depot or something if the like. It rides just as good as any small car I have owned and although the fuel economy stinks...its a truck so I expected that. Plus I just feel safder in this truck than in a car. I driv on alot so it a possibility. Its a fun truck and sporty looking. It feels like being in the front part of a ford explorer but you only pay half the price---

  • Very Good Small Truck - 2004 Ford Ranger
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    If youre looking for a good small truck you really cant go wrong with this one. Holds its value well. Since there are a billion of them parts are cheap and plentiful. My only recommendation is that if you get the super cab, you want to get the 4.0 liter V6. The 3 liter is a little small for that big of a truck. And the mileage difference is not that great.

  • Ford Ranger - 2004 Ford Ranger
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    Strong 4.0 performance roomie interior good riding and lots of features

  • Dont bother with the 2004 Ranger - 2004 Ford Ranger
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    Since 92, I have owned 3 ranger 4x4s. A 92,98 and 2004. I wish I had my 98 back. I had 2drs and bought a 4 dr, thinking my 5 yr old daughter would like it better, WRONG! Its noisy, on the highway and the engine makes more noise than the 98 4.0/v6. I see short cuts, like mud flaps, no skirting in wheel wells, high back buckets that are comfortable but lots of blind spots. I rate the 04 at a 2 because I think Ford was more interested in the F-150 and caturing the market with that model, thus leaving the best selling small p/u out of the picture for 2004.

  • Sweet Truck - 2004 Ford Ranger
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    I am very pleased with my new truck. It handles well in the snow as well as off road driving. The one thing that you should be aware of is the fuel economy in the winter months. I am currently averaging about 10 miles per gallon, which was not expected when I purchased the truck. The summer months and warmer times makes the economy average around 16-17 miles per gallon. Overall the truck is a great buy and I am very pleased..... The truck must be reliable....there is some reason that you cant go a mile down the road and not see one of them.

  • love my truck - 2004 Ford Ranger
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    fun to drive, tons of power

  • 2004 2dr xlt Value supercab 4v6 auto - 2004 Ford Ranger
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    the Electrical Plug for the Trailer Hitch should be a place you can easly see, Second, The external sound could be damped in the doors a little more. Other than that the truck is a sweet runing, great handling and lots of fun to be in any time of Truck.

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