2026 Ford Ranger® Review in Countryside, IL | Westfield Ford

The 2026 Ford Ranger® brings strong pickup truck power in a versatile mid-size configuration. Find powerful engines, sophisticated technology, and advanced driver assistance features to enhance all your drives, whatever the destination. Continue reading this 2026 Ford Ranger review created by the team at Westfield Ford to see top features, exterior colors, and performance specifications.

For a close look at each trim and its standard features, check out our Ranger trims guide. Browse through the inventory of our Ford dealership in Countryside, IL, find your ideal Ranger, and pair it with one of our appealing finance or lease offers. We’re always happy to help, so feel free to contact us online or over the phone at (708) 354-8600 if you have any questions.


2026 Ford Ranger Exterior Desert Field

2026 Ford Ranger Engines & Performance

Whether you’re hauling or adventuring off-road, the impressive engine options of the 2026 Ford Ranger deliver ample performance. The standard 2.3L EcoBoost® inline four-cylinder (I4) produces 270 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. Additional power is available with the 315-horsepower 2.7L EcoBoost V6 and 405-horsepower 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engines. All engines are paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission.

The 2.3L EcoBoost I4 engine is available with a 4×2 or 4×4 drivetrain, while the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 and 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engines are equipped with 4×4 standard. Exceptional performance is available with the Raptor® trim, featuring specialized Fox Racing Shox® with Live Valve™ technology. If you plan on hitting the trails, consider the FX4® Off-Road Package, which includes off-road-tuned shocks. The Ranger, when properly equipped, can tow up to 7,500 pounds.

View the following engine specifications.

Engine 2.3L EcoBoost I4 2.7L EcoBoost V6 3.0L EcoBoost V6
Horsepower 270 HP 315 HP 405 HP
Torque 310 lb.-ft. 400 lb.-ft. 430 lb.-ft.
MPG (City/Hwy) 21 / 25 18 / 23 16 / 18
Transmission Ten-speed automatic
Drivetrain 4×2 / Part-time 4×4 Part-time 4×4 Full-time 4×4
Max. Towing 7,500 lbs.
Max. Payload 1,767 lbs. 1,513 lbs. 1,373 lbs.

2026 Ford Ranger Exterior Design

The rugged 2026 Ford Ranger exterior is ready for the worksite, the trails, and the road. There are 17- or 18-inch wheel sizes available along with all-terrain tires to aid adventures on the trail. Several lighting systems are available, including LED projector headlamps, LED fog lamps, and zone lighting.

Available exterior features include:

  • All-terrain tires
  • 17- or 18-in. wheels
  • LED projector headlamps
  • LED fog lamps
  • Configurable daytime running lamps
  • Cargo lamp
  • Zone lighting
  • Heated, power-folding outside mirrors with security approach lamps
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Front and rear tow hooks
  • Six pickup box tie-downs
  • Power-sliding rear window
  • Power-locking tailgate
  • Heavy-duty skid plates

2026 Ford Ranger Interior Design

Comfort and versatility elevate your outings behind the wheel of the 2026 Ford Ranger. There are several premium seat upholstery materials for you to consider, including cloth, ActiveX®, and leather. The available heated front seats keep you and your copilot warm in the winter, while dual-zone automatic temperature control manages cabin-wide temperatures. The Ranger features an adaptable interior with a fold-flat rear bench seat, which also includes under-seat storage.

Available interior features include:

  • Cloth, ActiveX, or leather seat upholstery
  • Ten-way power driver’s seat with memory
  • Eight-way power front passenger’s seat
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Fold-flat rear bench seat with armrest and under-seat storage
  • Flow-through center console
  • Dual-zone automatic temperature control
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Ambient interior lighting
  • Six upfitter switches in overhead console
  • Intelligent Access with push-button start
  • Remote start capability
  • Universal garage door opener

2026 Ford Ranger Cab & Bed Configurations

The 2026 Ford Ranger is equipped with a two-row SuperCrew® cab and a 5-foot bed. Seat up to five passengers, with 43.2 inches of front legroom and 34.6 inches of rear legroom. The 5-foot bed features an inside length of 59.6 inches and offers up to 43.5 cubic feet of cargo volume.

View the following cab and bed specifications.

  • Cab Option: SuperCrew
  • Max. Seating: Five
  • Headroom (Front/Rear): 41 / 38.3 in.
  • Legroom (Front/Rear): 43.2 / 34.6 in.
  • Exterior Length: 210.6 in.
  • Bed Length: 59.6 in.
  • Bed Cargo Volume: 43.5 cu.-ft.

2026 Ford Ranger Technology

Intuitive infotainment technology enhances every drive behind the wheel of the 2026 Ford Ranger. The SYNC® 4A infotainment system can be paired with an available 12-inch touchscreen, and features key apps and features, including Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and available navigation. The available ten-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® provides premium sound.

Available technology features include:

  • 12-in. cluster display
  • SYNC 4A infotainment system
  • 12-in. infotainment display
  • Six speakers or ten-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • SiriusXM® with 360L
  • Connected navigation capability
  • Wireless charging pad
  • USB-A and USB-C ports
  • 12V power points
  • Pro Power Onboard™ with 400W output
2026 Ford Ranger Interior Infotainment Screen
2026 Ford Ranger Interior Backup Assist Screen

2026 Ford Ranger Driver Assist & Safety Features

Wherever your adventures take you, travel with confidence thanks to the sophisticated driver assistance and safety features in the 2026 Ford Ranger. The standard Pre-Collision Assist®, post-collision braking, and rearview camera assist with everyday drives. Additional driver assistance features are available in the Ford Co-Pilot360® technology suite. Towing-specific assistance is available with the Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ system, while the available 360-degree camera helps when backing up.

Available safety features include:

  • Pre-Collision Assist with automatic emergency braking
  • Post-collision braking
  • Ford Co-Pilot360 technology
    • BLIS® (blind spot information system) with cross-traffic alert and trailer coverage
    • Lane-keeping system
    • Digital rearview camera
    • Rear parking sensors
    • Reverse brake assist
  • Auto high-beam headlamps
  • Post-collision braking
  • Front parking sensors
  • Adaptive cruise control with speed sign recognition
  • 360-degree camera
  • Analog rearview camera
  • Pro Trailer Backup Assist
  • Trail Control™
  • SecuriLock® passive anti-theft system
  • Perimeter anti-theft alarm

2026 Ford Ranger Colors Available

  • Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Desert Sand
  • Velocity Blue Metallic
  • Marsh Gray
  • Shadow Black
  • Oxford White
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Avalanche
  • Shelter Green Metallic

2026 Ford Ranger Trims Available

  • XL $35,445*
  • XLT $37,470*
  • Lariat® $45,850*
  • Raptor® $59,165*

*Starting MSRP

2025 Ford Ranger® Model Information | Near La Grange, IL

Whether you’re planning on hitting the trails, hauling trailers, or want thrilling power, the 2025 Ford Ranger® is ready to deliver. Thanks to its strong engine selection, advanced technology, and robust design, this mid-size pickup truck is ready to take on a wide variety of challenges. Continue reading this 2025 Ford Ranger review created for you by the team at Westfield Ford in Countryside, IL, to learn more.

Be sure to check our Ranger trims guide for each model’s feature list. If you’re in the La Grange, IL, area, you can find your ideal Ranger in our inventory, and get behind the wheel by scheduling a test drive. If you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact us online or over the phone at (866) 306-5556.

2025 Ford Ranger Exterior Design

The 2025 Ford Ranger has a commanding exterior with strong style complemented by its available 17- and 18-inch wheel designs. Illuminate the road and worksite or trails with available LED reflector headlamps, LED bed lighting, and zone lighting. Make every trip easier with help from a power locking tailgate, side steps, front and rear tow hooks, and other available features.

Available exterior features include:

  • 17- or 18-in. wheels
  • Autolamp LED reflector headlamps
  • LED fog lamps and bed lighting
  • LED center high-mounted stop lamp with cargo lamp
  • Daytime running lamps
  • Zone lighting
  • Heated, power-folding exterior mirrors with turn signals and security approach lamps
  • Integrated cargo lamp
  • Two front and rear tow hooks
  • Cargo box tie-down hooks
  • Power locking tailgate
  • Power-sliding rear window 
  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Heavy-duty steel bash plate
  • Side steps

2025 Ford Ranger Interior Design

Find ample comforts in the 2025 Ford Ranger and elevate your drive. Relax into cloth or leather seat upholstery, and stay warm in the colder months with available heated front seats. For a convenient place to store handy tools or important items, utilize the rear bench seat’s under-seat storage space. Both you and your co-pilot have available power seats for easy adjustability. 

Available interior features include:

  • Cloth and leather seat upholstery
  • Ten-way power driver’s seat with memory
  • Eight-way power driver’s seat
  • Rear fold-flat bench seat with under-seat storage
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Ambient lighting
  • Intelligent Access with push-button start
  • Universal garage door opener

2025 Ford Ranger Cab & Bed

The 2025 Ford Ranger is built with a five-passenger SuperCrew® cab, allowing spacious accommodations for your crew. Find excellent storage space in the 59.6-inch long bed, which offers up to 43.5 cubic feet of cargo volume.

2025 Ford Ranger Available Colors

  • Azure Gray Metallic Tri-coat
  • Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Desert Sand
  • Velocity Blue Metallic
  • Marsh Gray
  • Shadow Black
  • Oxford White
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Shelter Green Metallic

2025 Ford Ranger Available Trims

  • XL – $33,330 
  • XLT – $36,345 
  • LARIAT® – $44,115 
  • Raptor® – $56,070 

2025 Ford Ranger Engine & Performance

Utilize impressive power from the 2025 Ford Ranger engine selection to handle your towing excursions, off-road adventures, and more. The standard 2.3L EcoBoost® engine provides robust power with 270 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. Find enhanced power with the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 engine, which makes 315 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque. Both of these engines lend their performance for up to 7,500 pounds of towing. Go all-out with the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine, which brings 405 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. 

All engines are paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission, and a 4×2 or 4×4 drivetrain may be available depending on the engine. For all-terrain escapes, consider available off-road tuned shocks and Ford Trail Control™. 

View engine specifications in the following table.

Engine

2.3L EcoBoost

2.7L EcoBoost V6

3.0L EcoBoost V6

Horsepower

270 HP

315 HP

405 HP

Torque

310 lb.-ft.

400 lb.-ft.

430 lb.-ft.

Transmission

Ten-speed automatic

Ten-speed automatic

Ten-speed automatic

Drivetrain

4×2 / 4×4

4×4

4×4

Max. Towing

7,500 lbs.

7,500 lbs.

5,510 lbs.

2025 Ford Ranger Safety & Technology Specs

The 2025 Ford Ranger is equipped with advanced driver assistance features to assist on every outing and a collection of infotainment technology to keep you connected. You’ll find Pre-Collision Assist® and a rearview camera standard, and more sophisticated features available in the Ford Co-Pilot360® technology suite, such as a lane-keeping system and BLIS® (blind spot information system). Pair your smartphone to the SYNC® 4A infotainment system and access key features, such as SiriusXM® Satellite Radio and Wi-Fi® hotspot capability. If you’d like to enjoy next-level audio, consider the available ten-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with HD Radio™.

Available safety features include:

  • Ford Co-Pilot360 technology 
    • BLIS with cross-traffic alert and trailer coverage
    • Lane-keeping system
    • Driver alert
    • Front and rear parking sensors
    • Digital rearview camera
    • Reverse brake assist
    • Pedestrian detection​
    • Forward collision warning​
    • Dynamic brake support
  • Rearview camera
  • AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™)
  • Pre-Collision Assist with automatic emergency braking
  • Adaptive cruise control with speed sign recognition
  • 360-degree camera

Available technology features include:

  • 12-in. digital instrument cluster
  • Ten-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with HD Radio 
  • SYNC 4A infotainment system
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
  • 12-in. display in center stack
  • FordPass Connect® with 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot capability
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio capability
  • Connected navigation
  • Wireless charging pad
  • Remote start system
  • Remote keyless entry system
  • 12V powerpoint

New Ford Ranger for Sale in Countryside, IL

If you’re looking for a new Ford Ranger for sale in Countryside, IL, visit Westfield Ford. See what Ranger models we have available, and choose the right pickup truck for your driving needs. Should you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact us online or over the phone at (708) 354-8600.

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