Used 1994 Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M) Consumer Reviews
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Fair MPG, poor performance
Doink, Chester, SC, 06/05/2016
updated 06/07/2017
Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought this as a 3rd owner in 2016 with 112k and the only thing that didn't work was the cruise but got it fixed (adjustment cost $40). I keep it around 2500 rpm, windows up and A/C on, and get 21 mpg. The arm rest clasp is broken so it won't stay closed. The paint is holding up great and has no body damage. The interior was very clean, but the headliner had to be replaced. It handles well, rides smooth, and brakes easily. It has terrible acceleration, but the MPG trade off isn't that great. I can tow my filled 5' x 10' trailer like it's not even there. The side view mirrors are too small and the cup holders don't work with most cups. I replaced the headliner and the cruise control stopped working again. Otherwise, the truck drives as it should and hauls as well as it tows. The MPG is not worth the lost performance.
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Avoid the 2.3!
superbird_71, 09/08/2008
Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
Bought truck from original owner, now has 278,000 miles on it. Burns no oil. Idles rough, check engine light pops up at random, has electrical problems - if you turn the wipers on they don't turn back off. 2.3 has no power at all and gets lousy gas mileage - 20 mpg average, even with the five-speed. It has 8 incredibly hard-to-change spark plugs - why 8 spark plugs on the 4 cylinder? rear spring hangers rusted off, even though there is not a spot of rust on the body.
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Only 1 regret
jcd302, 02/12/2005
Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd Ranger and my last one lasted to 182,000 miles. I sold it 4.5 years ago and he is STILL driving it. I have HAD to do nothing to her, but I did convert the 3.08 open differential to Traction-Loc & added a trailer towing package. 146,200 miles and only done 1 wheel bearing. I get 22mpg in the summer and 17/19 in the winter. I love it and will buy my 4th Ranger when this one finally dies, but my 9 year old daughter is planning on it being around when she gets her license, so maybe in 7 more years. I should have over 300k on it by then. Ford only rates it at 1200# towing capacity, but I have towed my 2000# pop-up camper with no problems and even taken a trailer w/ 2800# of trash to the dump!
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Bruce, 12/23/2005
Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
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.
My Baby
jogle, 05/03/2005
Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
My first and only vehicle. Bought in 1997 with 9K. The seats fit me perfectly, I am 6 ft 240lb. I have 2 kids and four of us can ride fairly comfortably (my wife is 5'2" 115lb). I have changed the brakes, rotors, plugs and plug wires. Daily driver on average 30 miles per day. Another kid on the way may mean I have to purchase another vehicle. No matter what, I will not sell my Ranger.