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What Edmunds Says
Pros
Multiple engine choices. Decent performance. Nice price.
Cons
Don't like new front-end styling.
Available Ranger Regular Cab Models
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- 2.5L 4-cyl. engine
- Manual transmission
- Up to 19 cty/24 hwy mpg
- 4-wheel drive
XLT
- 2.5L 4-cyl. engine
- Manual transmission
- Up to 19 cty/24 hwy mpg
- 4-wheel drive
Splash
- 2.5L 4-cyl. engine
- Manual transmission
- Up to 19 cty/24 hwy mpg
- 4-wheel drive
Available Ranger Extended Cab Models
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XL
- 3.0L V6 engine
- Manual transmission
- Up to 19 cty/24 hwy mpg
- 4-wheel drive
XLT
- 2.5L 4-cyl. engine
- Manual transmission
- Up to 19 cty/24 hwy mpg
- 4-wheel drive
Splash
- 3.0L V6 engine
- Manual transmission
- Up to 15 cty/21 hwy mpg
- 4-wheel drive
What's New for 1998
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.
Review
Ford has had the best-selling small trucks in the country for years. We think it's because Rangers are all truck, with few pretensions toward any other identity, but can be loaded with gadgets like a luxury auto. Fun to drive, sharp looking and well built, they deliver a solid compact-pickup experience. Even though we're not crazy about the new styling, we're certain that they will continue to be a big hit.
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