Overview & Reviews
A new FX4 model debuts, designed to appeal to Ranger XLT Extended Cab buyers who need to do some serious off-roading. Among the hardware goodies are a limited-slip differential, 31-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tires, special 15-inch alloy wheels, tow hooks, skid plates, Bilstein shocks, special exterior trim and sport seats. All Rangers get a SecuriLock antitheft system, while XLT and Edge 4WD models have a new 16-inch wheel design. An MP3 player is newly optional, and models equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 get improved fuel economy.
- Four-door extended cab, available 207-hp V6, functional control layout.
User Reviews:
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A Big Little Truck - 2002 Ford Ranger
By Joe.C - March 29 - 11:07 amI just picked up my used XLT to replace my weak, extremely uncomfortable, gas guzzling 04 Nissan Frontier. The exterior styling is great. The ride quality is dead on and interior room is outstanding. I am 60" with long legs and I am so comfortable. This past weekend I was riding around with 3 other adults in there. The 3.0L is a little weak but its not meant to be a speed demon. This vehicle had 36K on it when I picked it up and its great. My Nissan with only 5K on it had squeaks and rattles. I always liked Ford Trucks and I am glad to own one. Great buy, best in its class by far. I should have bought this truck first. Live and learn I guess. I learned the Ranger is the best choice
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best small pickup Ive ever owned - 2002 Ford Ranger
By stoshu - March 26 - 7:53 pmI bought the truck new. No options except CD player and a/c. I had a few problems with the engine skipping/sputtering a bit, all under warranty, and they fixed everything! The tray under the radio rattles, but thats about my only complaint. Gets great gas mileage , I got the 4 banger, and the radio is great. Handles very well for a small pickup, Ive put 60,000 miles on it and the original tires still look ok. The last new pick up i bought was a 92 Chevy S-10 Tahoe loaded with a 2.8 v-6. I drove the wheels off it for 8 years and the only thing that didnt break or rattle was the engine. I will never buy a GM product again. Ford is the way to go, Ill give this 1/2 ton to my son & buy another.
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Ranger XLT 2wd 5sp 4cyl - 2002 Ford Ranger
By Roger Vaughan - February 21 - 4:37 amVery good, reliable, comfortable basic truck. Kind of like pick-up trucks used to be. Not a huge, oversize gas and road hog. Wife says most comfortable seat she has been in. Gas mileage is great, always high 20s to 30.
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I love this truck. - 2002 Ford Ranger
By steepndeep - February 6 - 6:16 pmThis Ranger is a great vehicle. It shows that Ford has really stepped up their products since the 80s. I could have paid 1000s more for a less powerful but otherwise equal Toyota. But why would I? Good handling, quiet ride, plenty of power for towing and handling medium loads like jet skis and medium trailers with considerable weight. The only thing I dont like is that something in the interior rattles when I play a song with much base, but I just turn up the music a little and then I dont even hear it.
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This is one bad truck - 2002 Ford Ranger
By TINY MARTIN - January 14 - 5:02 pmMan, I owned a 1988 Ranger XLT for 13 years and loved it. Decided to try another Ranger. Got me an Edge 4 dr and love it. It is one bad truck. Powerful engine, smooth ride and great look. I love the styling and the way it sits up. It turns heads and I have really fallen in love with it. The gas mileage is actually better than advertised. I would put this truck against a Toyota Prerunner any day for durability and styling.
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My First Ford Truck - 2002 Ford Ranger
By Dave - December 19 - 9:35 pmThis truck was built with for quality making it affordable and reliable. I use it for my landscaping business and it has never failed me the past 8 months it has not been in the shop for a single mechanical defect! Comfortable and enough power, but still gets about 21 MPG. This truck is my first car and I would advise anyone who wants a truck for work, buy a Ford, you wont be sorry.
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Great Truck - 2002 Ford Ranger
By LTrNr050 - December 4 - 12:02 pmNot ever a problem! Great truck to drive. I pull my boat and my four wheeler all the time without even knowing its back there. You get the same use of the Ranger as you would with a F-150 but with better gas mileage.
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Great little work horse - 2002 Ford Ranger
By jleg - September 2 - 2:00 amNo major recals or significant shop time on this little truck. The dealerships have been night and day from my chevy. I trade keys for the rental after I describe the problem and thats that. No arguments about weather its covered or not. I get a call when its fixed and that is that. Ford dealerships are great. I have yet to come across one in the detroit area that is bad. I have not had the same experience with Chevrolet dealers.
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Ford Tuff - 2002 Ford Ranger
By Metro - August 18 - 10:00 amFirst new truck I have ever owned. I have to say I am very happy with it. The seats could be better, with more lumbar support, the turn signal needs adjusting. The gas mileage is as stated on the sticker at 16-19 mpg. No rattles or squeaks. Very quiet with plenty of power. I live in the Sierra foothills and drives beautiful on the road, highway or on off-road,and pulls my yard trailer, loaded nicely. I have the 3.0, automatic with 4.10 limited slip. I paid 17,300. Plan on having it for many care free years. Its very tight all around. I appericate how far the industry has come.
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Great Buy - 2002 Ford Ranger
By Awsome Truck - June 8 - 2:00 amI got this truck used for $7400 because of some hail damage. It had only 27,000 miles. The first day I had it it leaked oil. Off it went to the ford dealer cause it still had warranty. After that I have had no problems. I have the 2.3L I4 with the automatic. It is not fast but it handles awesome and the brakes are great. This is my first vehicle.
