Overview & Reviews

The 1998 Ford Ranger gets new sheet metal, a new grille and revised headlamps. The wheelbase on regular cab models has been stretched to provide more cabin room and the displacement of the base engine has been increased. A short- and long-arm (SLA) suspension replaces the Twin-I-Beam suspension found on last year's models. A four-door Ranger join the lineup midyear.

• Multiple engine choices. Decent performance. Nice price.

User Reviews:

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  bought it used - 1998 Ford Ranger
  By shurur - December 21 - 2:00 am

  had some initial problems with brakes GEM and door latches..bought with 83K miles. 1. needed new drums as the originals had already been turned...fixed. 2. problems with door latches (lube) and GEM module (dome light)..fixed. basically everything the consumer reports metions...brakes and electrical If you want HP, dont consider the 3L OHV engine...buy the 4L SOHC engine up front. 4X4 is barely adequate with the 3L...(my opinion of course)..and no amount of chipping will put a shine on this turd...but 3L is ok if get-up-and- go is not an issue for you. 3L is a dependable engine though..believe me, it is dependable.

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  Great truck !!! Electrical quirks!!?? - 1998 Ford Ranger
  By tom kleinfeld - December 4 - 2:00 am

  I bought the truck new in the fall of 1998. I have 150000 thousand miles on it. It has been a good truck. I have had to replace the alternator THREE times and last month had to do the front struts. Not bad for all the miles. The front seat could be a little more comfortable for a bigger guy 6 2". But you cant beat the price and gas milage.

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  Ranger Rocks, Tranny Sucks! - 1998 Ford Ranger
  By Younguns - July 23 - 2:00 am

  Vehicle is great, however, the transmission stinks! I have had the truck in for transmission repairs 4 times now, and the vehicle only has 44,000 miles on it.

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  Ranger XL ext cab 4x4 - 1998 Ford Ranger
  By cp - June 14 - 2:00 am

  This is my second Ranger. Good, nimble little trucks but wont haul a whole lot.

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  3rd ranger - 1998 Ford Ranger
  By 3rd ranger - March 23 - 2:00 am

  Towing package allows for an impressive amount on a trailer, No 4x8 material will fit in stepside bed and it is easy to break the fiberglass pieces back there. the 4 liter engine is a push rod design that feels weak when compared to others but does the job. I have almost always gotten 17 mi to the gallon when empty. The electric four wheel drive has been nothing but trouble as has the electric heater/air controls. Aside from this, the truck has never left me set. Rear of truck is very light. Find truck very comfortable to drive. As the past two rangers I think these are a good compromise truck rides nice.

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  Ford Ranger XLT 4x4 - 1998 Ford Ranger
  By Starman1950 - February 19 - 2:00 am

  This is probably one of the best vehicles Ive ever owned. EXCEPTION--- front brakes. Right front brake has had serious mechanical problems for the 2nd time now...#1 warranty #2 will be out of pocket. I will be no doubt replacing the rotor, pads and God knows what else.

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  Better idea? - 1998 Ford Ranger
  By Daddio - February 7 - 2:00 am

  I have primarily riven Ford products for the last 34-plus years (25 total vehicles). I am increasingly disappointed in the crap Ford provides. I rebuilt the ac twice before 40k miles. The 5-speed auto tranny slips in low gear, the intermittent wipers work when they want to and it wont stay in 4 wheel drive mode. This vehicle is 5 years old and has less than 50k miles, has never been abused and I am a self- admitted maintenance nut. On top of all of this, throw in those wonderful self- destructive Firestone Wilderness AT tires (for which I never received the promised reimbursment from Ford) and you know why I currently drive a Nissan!

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  Ol Faithful - 1998 Ford Ranger
  By mjordahl - January 16 - 2:00 am

  I pick the Ranger based on its price, value and its rating in Consumer Reports. It has really been a very dependable truck I would recommend it to anyone.

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  1998 Ford Ranger XLT Supercab stepside - 1998 Ford Ranger
  By secobra - January 9 - 2:00 am

  I am overall pleased with my truck. The 2.5L four cylinder is a dog and lacks sufficient power that you want in a truck, but thats the trade off for a 25MPG truck. The interior is friendly and quiet, although some of the materials are cheap. My only real complaint is that the rear end is far too light and the suspension "jumps" on rough roads and tends to feel that I am loosing control of the truck. The rims also require a special wheel balancer due to desing flaws.

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  practical and reliable - 1998 Ford Ranger
  By jt94093 - November 29 - 2:00 am

  Solid vehicle. Have not had any major problems, but just had to replace multi-function switch at $230.