1994 Ford Ranger Consumer Reviews

1994 Ford Ranger

Written by: thedog on 07/31/2008

Vehicle

1994 Ford Ranger 2 Dr XLT Standard Cab SB

Review

I bought my 1994 Ford Ranger for a steal at 1000 dollars. When I bought it, it had 328,000 miles on as far as I know the first engine. I have only replaced the starter and the fuel pump and soon it will need a new clutch but other than that it still runs great at 337,000 miles.

Favorite Features

The whole truck

Suggested Improvements

None

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Will Live Forever

Written by: Kent on 07/11/2008

Vehicle

1994 Ford Ranger 2 Dr XLT 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

I love this truck. I bought it in October of 2007. It currently has 264000 miles on it and it's still on its first engine and transmission. It has many many more miles to come. It hasn't given me hardly any trouble at all and I haven't done any repairs besides ordinary preventative maintainance. Still runs and drives like new and has no mechanical problems.

Favorite Features

Easy to use interior, comfortable, 5- speed manual makes it fun to drive. large tires (its a 4x4) make it look tough, manual locking hubs are really strong, the 4.0 liter v-6s low-end torque, and how Ford built these trucks to last. They can easily reach 300000 miles and beyond

Suggested Improvements

Better gas mileage, and putting in airbags for that year would have been nice. Other than that it's great.

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Never stops

Written by: -stanky on 07/02/2008

Vehicle

1994 Ford Ranger 2 Dr XLT Extended Cab SB

Review

So good. I love the power it has off the start, after popping into second you're gone. It's definitely the most comfortable ride, super smooth like butter.

Favorite Features

The powerful 4.0 V6. Bucket seats. Extended cab.

Suggested Improvements

Not so faulty A/C compressor. stronger bed, (dents easily)

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Great truck, keeps on going

Written by: Bill on 05/22/2008

Vehicle

1994 Ford Ranger 2 Dr STX Extended Cab SB

Review

I bought this truck new in '94 and I used it every day for 10 years until I got a family minivan. I have towed concrete mixers, hauled scrap and lumber, use it weekly to carry stuff to the dump. I carried the kids in the extended cab (when they were little, not a lot of room there.) The truck never let me down and today I still have it (though it's semi-retired)and use it 3-4 times a month to go to the dump. It has 167,000 miles on it and now my daughter just got her lisense and she drives it daily to school and about. It still gets 22+MPG. Never did more than routine maint and replaced the clutch 2x. What a great investment in 1994!

Favorite Features

Hauls a lot for its size and never needs maintenance.

Suggested Improvements

I'm 6'3", 220lbs so I'd like to see more cab height and firmer seats.

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1994 Ford Ranger 2WD SuperCab 4.0L

Written by: idrivearanger5 on 05/04/2008

Vehicle

1994 Ford Ranger 2 Dr XL Standard Cab LB

Review

Even though I have only had it for a few months, my Ranger has proved itself to be a reliable, tough and fun to drive truck. With the odometer nearly touching 150,000, this Ranger is a true American workhorse. The city MPG is really pitiful(12-16), but the highway is pretty good, I calcuated 24 mpg. These Rangers can take a beating I'll tell you what! I am 100% sold on Ford vehicles and I will never buy anything else. We also own a 2005 Ford Freestyle AWD and we love that too. Kudos to Ford!

Favorite Features

Supercab storage space, nice long bed, easy to use radio, rear-opening window

Suggested Improvements

Very loud power steering, 4.0L gas mileage is terrible, steering wheel ratio

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Best little truck I ever owned

Written by: Ludwig on 12/24/2007

Vehicle

1994 Ford Ranger 2 Dr XLT 4WD Standard Cab LB

Review

Bought this truck new in 1994 because I liked the way it looked compared to the competitors small trucks. I always get compliments on the looks and even after owning it for over 13 years and racking up 240,000 miles it still runs great,no engine or transmission problems, it still has the original clutch and exhaust system. The 4.0 v6 has plenty of power, engine is very responsive, I'm still getting around 20 mpg, the 4WD great, but when the factory hubs went bad I replaced them with manual locking hubs, a lot easier on the wallet and more reliable. I can't say anything bad about this truck, it's been the best truck I ever owned

Favorite Features

Body design, 4.0 with manual, 5 speed transmission, interior design, 4wd sits up high, easy to drive

Suggested Improvements

Rear disc brakes would be nice

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120,000 miles, No Problems

Written by: Vasolini on 05/25/2007

Vehicle

1994 Ford Ranger 2 Dr Splash Standard Cab Stepside SB

Review

This has been a great vehicle. Although the 4 cylinder engine lacks a bit of power for towing, the truck has been the most reliable vehicle I have ever owned. The only time I've ever had it in the shop was because of the hydralic clutch. I could not get that thing to bleed out the air! Other than that, just the usual maintenance, and this truck could last forever, just about!

Favorite Features

Just the way it looks.

Suggested Improvements

An easier hydralic clutch to bleed!

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one of the best trucks ever

Written by: MIGHTY ranger on 03/28/2007

Vehicle

1994 Ford Ranger 2 Dr XL Standard Cab SB

Review

This ranger could be the Johnny Cash of trucks - "its been everywhere". I have my own complaints about it - but given that all its owners have treated it really bad. I have the crazy 4 cylinder (8 plugs), I am on the 3rd transmission, 2nd clutch, second starter. all of which I robbed from $25 parts trucks found locally. I have hit deer, bridges, barns, small brush trees. I have hauled tons of everything - car parts, cars, and wood. And even though the fluid clutch leaks, I can count on it 100% - do not use ATF as suggested by Ford - it rots the seals, causing the input shaft to break at the best possible time (250 miles from home) LOVE THE MIGHT-Y RANGER.

Favorite Features

Built-in security system - you can't drive off with a truck that can't go into gear, and who wants to steal parts off this thing. Lots of fun - but don't take yourself serious, as it is slow.

Suggested Improvements

Rewrite the manual to say use light gear oil for manual trannys, and go back to the old fashioned line clutch. And please use 1 plug per cylinder. And normal oil capacity for a 4cylinder. I would like a tow winch to pull others out of ditches, and some metal tracks to drive out of mud.

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Reliable

Written by: Tim on 11/06/2006

Vehicle

1994 Ford Ranger 2 Dr XL Standard Cab SB

Review

It is a reliable truck. 2.3L great gas mileage. I get 28 to 30 mpg! But it goes from 0-60 in a like 3 minutes. No power what so ever even though it is a 2wd. I can't figure out why it needs 8 spark plugs in a 4cylinder? It only has 98hp.

Favorite Features

I honestly like the size. As a work truck it fits the gas mileage bill.

Suggested Improvements

If you need a CB like I do at work expect a lot of electrical noise. I believe a lot of it is from the electrical fuel pump but the electrical noise is very bad.

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My Ranger in review

Written by: Bruce on 12/22/2005

Vehicle

1994 Ford Ranger 2 Dr XLT Extended Cab SB

Review

I first took possession of my 1994 Ford Ranger XLT on 3/3/04. Overall, the truck has been quite reliable. In the almost 2 years I've had it, I have replaced the starter, idler pulley, fan belt, (broke when pulley seized), and rear leaf spring mounts. It currently has a power steering leak, and needs brakes, that's it. The total amount for all my repairs is about $300 over 2 years; not bad for an 11 year old truck.

Favorite Features

The 4 liter V6 and the 5 speed manual transmission provide plenty of pep on the highway, and I really enjoying driving it. The extended cab and bucket seats allow my taller passengers to stretch their legs, while a guy my size can still drive.

Suggested Improvements

The interior of the vehicle could be improved as follows: console between the seats, dual outlet defroster (mine is center output), and more lighter/power outlets. Exterior: tie downs in the bed (if any) are obscured by the bedliner.

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