For more than a century, Ford has been making impressive vehicles, including powerful, hard-working trucks that surpass what most other companies can even dream of bringing to the road. While we love full-size pickups like the F-150, the 2025 Ford Ranger is the perfect choice if you are looking for something a bit smaller (though not as small as the compact Maverick). This is a midsize truck that is ideal for daily driving as well as tackling anything you need for work and play alike, assuming you do not require the full power of the F-Series. Although some folks certainly need the capability of a full-size truck, midsize models like the Ranger have become increasingly popular for the beautiful way they deliver ample performance and great features inside and out while also fitting into a downsized lifestyle.
Despite its smaller design, there is nothing midsize about the power that the Ranger delivers, which makes it capable of handling a wide range of tasks. You have two engines available for the 2025 Ranger: a standard 2.3L I-4 with 270 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque or a 2.7L V6 with 315 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. Both engines come paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, and you can choose between two-wheel drive (2WD) and four-wheel drive (4WD) depending on what better meets your needs and preferences. This makes the Ranger incredibly fun and rewarding to drive, so it never feels sluggish or underpowered; plus, you can get up to 7,500 lbs of towing capacity or 1,805 lbs of maximum payload, letting you bring along everything you need.
Looking at the Ranger, there is no doubt that it belongs in the Ford lineup with its bold front end, strong lines, and powerful overall design. Across three different trim levels, you can find impressive exterior features, including 17-inch or 18-inch wheels, Remote keyless entry with a Remote Tailgate Lock, and a power sliding rear window. Inside the Ranger, standard features include an eight-inch Digital Instrument Cluster, a 10-inch central Infotainment display, and a six-speaker sound system. Available options let you take your driving experience even further with dual-zone automatic temperature control, a pair of 12-inch displays, a 10-speaker B&O sound system, and much more. No matter what you are looking for from your next truck, the Ranger is ready to deliver and enhance your time on the road day after day.
MSRP: $32,980 [a]
Horsepower: 315
Torque: 400 lb-ft
Towing: 7,500 lbs
Performance
Engines
Everyone knows that impressive power and capabilities are important with a full-size truck like the F-150, but you should expect any pickup you are interested in to have a good powertrain and the ability to get some work done. Ford understands this better than anyone, which is why the 2025 Ranger has a pair of powerful and impressive engines for you to choose from, with performance that is perfect for work and play alike. No matter what you are looking to do with your truck, the Ranger is ready to tackle it and keep you on the road (or off-road) longer than most other pickups out there.
The standard engine for the Ranger is a 2.3L EcoBoost turbocharged I-4 that provides you with 270 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. This is a great place to start, and it comes paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission for a smooth and responsive drive; plus, you can choose between 2WD and 4WD to get the kind of driving experience you need. If you want more power from your truck, then there is a 2.7L EcoBoost turbocharged V6 engine available that delivers an impressive 315 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. This is fantastic power for a midsize truck, and it makes the Ranger incredibly rewarding to drive, giving you the muscle to take care of anything you want with your pickup.
Capability
Not only do you get impressive performance from the Ranger, but it is also up to the task when it comes to helping you get some work done. When properly equipped, the Ranger can haul up to 7,500 lbs behind it, making it ideal for towing a boat or camper for some outdoor fun, as well as getting a trailer full of supplies to a job site or tackling a weekend gardening project. Plus, with up to 1,805 lbs of payload capacity, you can pile the stuff you need into the bed and bring plenty of people along with you in the spacious SuperCrew cab. All of this comes together to make a 2025 Ranger the perfect pickup for both work and play.
Exterior
Gorgeous Design
Whether or not you believe in love at first sight, we have seen plenty of people take one good look at the Ford Ranger and be immediately smitten. This is a truck that demonstrates its power and capability at a glance, with robust performance and looks that speak to the legacy of Ford trucks for decades. Its overall design is bold and impressive, plus you have numerous trim levels to choose from with a variety of standard and available features you can pick to make the Ranger look and feel even better.
Looking at the standard options for the starting XL model, you get 17-inch wheels wrapped in all-terrain tires, making this a great choice if you like to go camping or hiking on the weekend. The XL has a standard body-color front fascia along with black-capped side mirrors and a black grille for a strong overall look. You get a power-locking tailgate, standard, plus LED reflector headlamps with automatic high beams, daytime running lamps, and a fixed glass rear window. Remote keyless entry is standard with remote locking for the tailgate, which makes it easy to get going in the morning or access your truck bed.
If we check out the high-end Lariat trim, then we find a number of excellent upgrades and enhancements to the standard features. The Lariat comes with larger 18-inch wheels for a bolder stance and overall look, along with a gray front fascia, gray grille, and body-color door handles and caps on the side mirrors. Speaking of which, you get power-folding, heated side mirrors on the Lariat with integrated turn signals, as well as LED projector headlamps, LED fog lamps, and a power-sliding rear window. Plus, you get LED bed lighting with zone lighting that makes it easy to get anything you need from or around your truck, even late at night or far from city lights.
Interior
Technology and Comfort
While we would not suggest that flashy tech features are the most important thing on a truck, we know that a lot of people can regret missing out on comfort and convenience features after choosing a vehicle—fortunately, you do not have to worry about missing anything with the Ranger. The starting XL trim comes with an eight-inch Digital Instrument Cluster display along with a 10-inch Infotainment screen, plus a six-speaker sound system. You also get single-zone air conditioning, cloth front bucket seats with an eight-way adjustable driver’s seat, and an interior designed to be comfortable and easy to use. The flow-through center console, for example, makes it simple to get in and out of the Ranger and to easily maneuver or adjust items once you are inside.
If you want enhanced features in your truck, then the Ford Ranger Lariat is a great one to look at, thanks to a number of impressive upgrades beyond what comes standard. The Lariat includes two 12-inch displays (one for the Digital Instrument Cluster and the other for the Infotainment system), which both look stunning, plus dual-zone automatic temperature control to provide enhanced comfort for you and your passengers. You get ambient lighting that lets you create the kind of mood you want inside your truck, along with a 10-speaker B&O sound system with a subwoofer and a wireless charging pad. Best of all, leather-trimmed seating, including a 10-way power driver’s seat and eight-way power front-passenger seat, improve your time on the road.
Get Your The Perfect Pickup for You
When you see everything the 2025 Ford Ranger can do, it is easy to understand why so many people have made this their truck of choice and celebrate what it has to offer. Ford trucks have earned generations of fans over the decades; the power and sophistication of even their midsize pickups make it clear why that is. Here at Future Ford of Sacramento, we are incredibly excited to be able to offer you the Ranger, Maverick, and F-Series of Ford trucks, providing you with a range of remarkable options to choose from. The most important thing to us is that you find a vehicle you love and drive away completely happy; Ford’s excellent modern lineup makes that easier than ever before, especially if you want a powerful truck.
Making sure you get the perfect pickup starts with the incredible team of friendly, helpful people we have brought together to assist you with everything you need. With one of our salespeople working for you, it is easy to check out different Ford trucks, see what each one has to offer and find the right one with the performance and features you have been looking for. We work hard to make the financing process as simple and hassle-free as possible for you so you can get on the road quickly in a truck you love; plus, our certified service center and parts department are here to help with maintenance and everything else you need in the years ahead. Call or come visit us at Future Ford of Sacramento today to learn more about the Ranger, and we will make sure you get the right truck with everything you need.
