2024 Ford Ranger — Full Specifications
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The 2024 Ford Ranger is a pickup offered with 3 engines (2.3L 4-cyl turbo, 2.7L 6-cyl turbo, 3L 6-cyl turbo). Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 26 mpg (UK) / 22 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 20–26 mpg (UK) across all configurations. Owners often keep a Ford Ranger workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2023 Ford Ranger: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 26 mpg (UK) combined. EPA lists new engine options for 2024: 2.7L 6-cyl turbo, 3L 6-cyl turbo. It carries the same 4★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine (most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Engine options | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 2.7L 6-cyl turbo · 3L 6-cyl turbo |
| Transmission (most efficient) | Automatic (S10) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Pickup |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 26 combined / 24 urban / 29 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 22 combined / 20 city / 24 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 250 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 5 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,050 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 4 configurations for the 2024 Ford Ranger across 3 engines (2.3L 4-cyl turbo, 2.7L 6-cyl turbo, 3L 6-cyl turbo). Combined fuel economy ranges from 17 to 22 mpg (US), or 20 to 26 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 26 | 22 (20/24) | 250 | $3,050 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 26 | 22 (21/25) | 250 | $3,050 |
| 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 24 | 20 (19/23) | 277 | $3,350 |
| 3L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 17 (16/18) | 326 | $3,950 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2024 Ford Ranger
Running Costs: 2024 Ford Ranger
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2024 Ford Ranger at 26 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,399 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,050 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2024 Ford Ranger Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2024 Ford Ranger as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
Owners have filed 85 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Ford Ranger. The most-reported areas are Power train (34), Electrical system (26), Unspecified (9). Complaints include 2 reported crashes, 1 reported injury. That is close to the median of 101 complaints across the 10 Ford Ranger model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2024 Ford Ranger
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Transmission & drivetrain (34 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
- Electrical system (26 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Body structure (9 owner complaints) — Inspect for corrosion and for subframe or body-panel damage, especially underneath.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Ford Ranger compare to similar pickups? Pickups in our database average around 25 mpg (UK) combined — this model sits close to that average, within 1 mpg. Its 250 g/km CO₂ figure is 33 g/km lower than the 283 g/km average for pickups on this site. This comparison is based on 264 pickups in our dataset.
Ford models in our database average about 28 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2024 Ford Ranger's 26 mpg is 2 mpg below that make average.
Of the 10 Ford Ranger model years we cover, the 2024 ranks 9th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (26 mpg UK combined, against a high of 29 mpg). See every Ford Ranger year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2024 Ford Ranger have?
EPA lists 3 engines for the 2024 Ford Ranger: 2.3L 4-cyl turbo, 2.7L 6-cyl turbo, 3L 6-cyl turbo. The most fuel-efficient configuration pairs the 2.3L 4-cyl turbo with a automatic (s10).
What is the fuel economy of the 2024 Ford Ranger?
The most efficient configuration returns around 26 mpg (UK) combined, or 22 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 20 to 26 mpg.
How much does the 2024 Ford Ranger cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,050 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2024 Ford Ranger have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 4 stars, with 5 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2024 Ford Ranger have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2024 Ford Ranger as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2024 Ford Ranger?
Among the 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Power train (34 complaints), Electrical system (26 complaints), Unspecified (9 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Ford Ranger's fuel economy good for a pickup?
Yes — it returns around 26 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 25 mpg among the pickups we track.