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2012 Ford Ranger Pros
The Ford Ranger continues to be one of the most affordable compact pickups on the market, and is still a top choice in its category with its wide array of cab and bed configurations. Estimated fuel economy is 22 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway with the 4-cylinder engine. Maximum towing capacity is rated at 5,740 lbs. MSRP starts at a thrifty $17,935.

2012 Ford Ranger Model Highlights
Like big brother F-150, the Ranger spans a broad price and equipment range, and can be equipped for a wide range of uses. There are three different cab configurations (Regular Cab, and 2- or 4-door Super Cab), two bed lengths (6-foot or 7-foot) and two engines (2.3L 4-cylinder or 4.0L V6). 4-wheel drive is also available. Two different engines are offered on the Ranger. A 2.3L 4-cylinder engine that makes 143 horsepower and 154 pounds-feet of torque is standard for the base XL and XLT Regular Cab and 2-door Super Cab. A 4.0L V6 engine making 207 horsepower and 238 pounds-feet of torque is also available. Both engines come standard with a 5-speed manual transmission or an optional 5-speed automatic. The base XL is modestly equipped with manual side mirrors, roll-up windows, black vinyl flooring and air conditioning. The XLT adds a more accommodating interior and improved exterior appearance with sport bucket seats, CD player and a 60/40-split bench seat. The Sport trim further improves the Ranger's appearance with mud flaps and a selection of upgraded wheels as standard. Sport Super Cab trucks offer standard step bars, while the 4-wheel drive Sport Super Cab is equipped with standard skid plates to protect major components on the truck's underbody. Standard safety features include driver and front passenger airbags, seat-mounted side air bags, seatbelt pre-tensioners, load limiting retractors, driver-seat position sensing and crash severity sensing, side intrusion door beams, tire pressure monitoring system, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes, SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) and AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control.

2012 Ford Ranger Model News
The Ranger continues into 2010 virtually unchanged.

2012 Ford Ranger Value Writeup
Affordability; wide range of trims; fuel economy; safety and security

2012 Ford Ranger Exterior

  • 15" machined split-spoke cast aluminum wheels
  • Bi-color tail lamps
  • Black step bar
  • Body-color door handles
  • Body-color front/rear step bumper -inc: body-color painted face bar w/black lower front valance
  • Body-color H-bar grille
  • Body-color painted wheel-lip moldings
  • Body-color pwr side mirrors
  • Fog lamps
  • P235/70R16 OWL spare tire
  • P235/75R15 all-terrain OWL tires
  • Quick-release tailgate w/black handle
  • Raised "power dome" hood
  • Rear mud flaps
  • Rear window fixed glass
  • Solar tinted glass
  • Variable-intermittent windshield wipers

2012 Ford Ranger Safety

  • 4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)
  • Center front lap belt
  • Driver & front passenger dual-stage airbags -inc: front passenger sensing system
  • Front safety belts -inc: height adjusters, pretensioners, energy management, retractors on outside positions
  • Roll stability control (RSC) w/AdvanceTrac
  • Side seat airbags
  • Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

2012 Ford Ranger Paint

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2012 Ford Ranger Transmission
Clutch Size (in) 
Clutch Size (in)10.0
DrivetrainRear Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)0.75
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)0.79
First Gear Ratio (:1)2.47
First Gear Ratio (:1)3.40
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)1.00
Reverse Ratio (:1)2.10
Reverse Ratio (:1)3.40
Second Gear Ratio (:1)1.85
Second Gear Ratio (:1)2.05
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 
Third Gear Ratio (:1)1.31
Third Gear Ratio (:1)1.47
Trans Description Cont.Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont.Manual w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again 
Trans Order Code44D
Trans Order Code44J
Trans Power Take Off 
Trans PTO Access 
Trans Type5
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High 
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low 
Transfer Case Model 
Transfer Case Power Take Off 

2012 Ford Ranger Weight Information
Curb Weight - Front (lbs)1461
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs)1841
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs)- TBD -
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs)- TBD -
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs)7000
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs)9500
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs)5000

2012 Ford Ranger Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)7.8

2012 Ford Ranger Engine
Displacement4.0L/245
Engine Oil Cooler 
Engine Order Code99E
Engine TypeGas V6
Fuel SystemSEFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM207 @ 5250
SAE Net Torque @ RPM238 @ 3000

2012 Ford Ranger Suspension
Axle Capacity - Front (lbs)2850
Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs)2750
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front 
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear3.55
Axle Type - FrontTwin-Forged SLA
Axle Type - RearFord Semi-Floating
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)30.2
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)35.1
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)30.2
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)35.1
Spring Capacity - Front (lbs)- TBD -
Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs)- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) 
Suspension Type - FrontSLA w/Torsion Bar
Suspension Type - Rear2-Stage Multi-Leaf

2012 Ford Ranger Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (2nd) 
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary)540
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)110
Maximum Alternator Watts1485

2012 Ford Ranger Brakes
Brake ABS System4-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) 
Brake TypePwr
Disc - Front (Yes or )Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )Yes
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) 
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)11.28 x 0.39
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)11.85 x 0.39
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) 

2012 Ford Ranger Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)15
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)16
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)21
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)17
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)18

2012 Ford Ranger Warranty

Basic:3 Years/36,000 Miles/km Corrosion:5 Years/Unlimited Miles/km Emissions:5 Years/50,000 Miles/km