Overview & Reviews

The flareside pickup bed option is no longer available. Package updates and revised wheel and tire options round out the changes to the 2005 Ford Ranger.

• Multiple trim levels and options, functional interior, cheap price.

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

User Reviews:

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  2004 Ford Ranger SuperCab 4Litre 4x4 - 2005 Ford Ranger
  By FMD - March 31 - 8:51 pm

  I bought this truck after looking at vehicles for about 2 months. It was the best deal out there. Anyways, so far I really like it. Goes great in the snow even with the open rear. Shift on the fly is cool for 4WD. Also awesome handling offroad. On the road, has good handling. Although, the truck shakes a lot when you hit a medium sized bump at any speed above 30MPH. A little weight in the bed does a good job dampening that down though. Gas mileage leaves a bit to be desired. I average about 17MPG mostly city driving. Not the greatest, not the worst either. Dependability has been good, always starts. Had a transmission problem at 5000 miles. Dealer fixed. Other than that love my truck! :o)

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  50,000 miles with my FX4 4WD Ford Ranger - 2005 Ford Ranger
  By Fred - March 26 - 12:14 am

  I have put 50,000 miles on my truck, including some serious low range 4WD on old mining roads. The original shocks stink, I replaced them with Rancho Adjustables which vastly improved the handling. I use my Ranger for work and play. The truck with the lumbar adjustable seats is reasonably comfortable for a long days drive. I have had no problems what so ever with it. Would I buy another one? Probably, its good value for the money.

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  Car Persons Review. - 2005 Ford Ranger
  By Michael - March 24 - 12:39 pm

  The ranger is a nice truck for certain people. I like the truck but really did not fall in love with it like I thought. I should have stuck with a car or looked around more. The truck has a lot of interior room and a lot of power, great sound system, great high seating compared to other trucks I seen on the road. If you want to stick out though I would not get this.

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  Ford Tough - 2005 Ford Ranger
  By cb_spiering - February 28 - 1:46 am

  Great truck. Much more pleased than I thought I would be. Extremely pleased with this purchase.

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  It aint broke so,,,,,,, - 2005 Ford Ranger
  By hutchG. - February 3 - 12:11 am

  Last month I bought my fourth ranger. Ive had such good luck with these small trucks, I just keep coming back. Ill have to admit that the smaller engines didnt have much pizazz, but the 4.0 engine meets my every need. If Im traveling, towing{I dont use it for work}or just going to the super market the ranger is perfect for my needs. If you have a family of four or five I suggest you look elsewhere. since 1988 I can count on my one hand the number of times the trucks have had to be in the dealers shop. So they are a little dated. Unless you want to spend an arm and a leg for a foreign truck{I checked before I bought the ford]I would consider the less glitzy ford. If it aint broke dont,

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  Great Truck - 2005 Ford Ranger
  By Steven - February 2 - 9:22 pm

  Performance is great. 207 HP engine will get you anywhere in a hurry. Fun to fly through the gears like a sports car. Put oversize BFG 32 inch All Terrains and it will still spin them easily. Great reliability, no problems, even after warranty is up. A little thirsty, but a lot better than a full-sized truck. Plus Im a little lead footed. Can be uncomfortable on long road trips, but you wont fall asleep at the wheel. :)

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  My truck - 2005 Ford Ranger
  By Tina Ashworth - January 9 - 6:20 pm

  I like the reliability and fuel economy. However, I notice that tire traction could be better and the styling is a bit dated.

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  How is this outdated?? - 2005 Ford Ranger
  By tim E. - January 2 - 12:13 am

  I dont understand the words outdated. It is a great truck with all the power and style a truck should have. It rides like a truck. I didnt buy it so that it with expectations of riding like a car. The dashboard is great for reaching all controls and everything is simple and clearly understandable. One of the first vehicles I have had in a while where I didnt need the operators manual to set the clock. The turning radius is also very good. I do have some issues with the GVW and do wish it would hold a heavier weight load. But for the most part it is a great running truck

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  some things have been better - 2005 Ford Ranger
  By Kelly - December 23 - 3:13 pm

  Owned a 2002 and now a new 2004 Fx4 II off road package on both trucks. The brakes are an improvement from the 02 in 03 and up you can feel and tell the difference in stopping with the bigger drums and rotors. The new gauge dash cluster is trendy but a step down from before loss of real oil pressure gage and volt gage 02 had. Now just idiot lights, not a good trade off. Mid speed vibration in chassis is still there. Empty passenger seats vibrate. With new leather seating option I lost the lumbar seat adjustments had on the 02. Also they dropped the driver, passenger side map lights from the over-head door light, which is a must for off roading. Good truck, expect better from Ford.

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  I love my Ranger. - 2005 Ford Ranger
  By Brammell - December 19 - 6:46 pm

  The title says it all. I LOVE MY RANGER.