2005 Ford Ranger Review

Name: 2005 Ford Ranger Review
Brand: Ford
Price: 1317 USD
Rating: 4.4 (73 reviews)

Price Estimate: $1,317 - $2,049

2004 Ford Ranger 4dr SuperCab Tremor 4WD Styleside SB

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Edmunds' Expert Review

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Pros

Multiple trim levels and options, functional interior, cheap price.

Cons

Dated platform, weak engines, choppy ride, lack of modern features and amenities, no crew cab body style.

What’s new

The flareside pickup bed option is no longer available. Package updates and revised wheel and tire options round out the changes to the 2005 Ford Ranger.

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Old, tired and completely outclassed by its competition, the 2005 Ford Ranger only deserves a look if you're content with a cheap price and passable performance.

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2005 Ford Ranger
XLT SuperCab
$4,500
- 146,907 miles
- Frame damage reported, 6 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 6'0” bed, 4l, 6cyl
- Discount Auto (30 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Rear Bench Seats
- Towing Hitch
- 6ft Bed
- Extended Cab
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Located in Merrillville, IN
Visit Discount Auto LLC online at cars-nwi.com to see more pictures of this vehicle or call us at 2**-2**-4*** today to schedule your test drive.
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: Yes
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
15 Combined MPG (14 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1FTZR45E85PA19855
Stock: 11775
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-16-2025
2005 Ford Ranger
XLT SuperCab
$6,995
- 255,793 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 6'0” bed, 4l, 6cyl
- Beach Park Auto Sales (44 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Rear Bench Seats
- Towing Hitch
- 6ft Bed
- Extended Cab
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Located in Beach Park, IL
Very good condition Excellent handling No dashboard lights Clean title Financing available Any questions, 7**-3**-6*** Read More
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
15 Combined MPG (14 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1FTZR45E25PA68775
Stock: A68775
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 02-09-2025

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Ford Ranger Owner Reviews

4.4

73 reviews

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3(10%)

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Long Term Review (8 Yrs)

jfleenor, 03/22/2013

2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside SB (2.3L 4cyl 5M)

I have had the Ranger for 8 years, and it has NEVER been in the shop. 1 set of brakes and 1 set of tires. Regular maintenance. Driven from CA to TN 4 times. CA to AZ countless times, towing 2 waverunners. Last week, the heater controll valve broke, but that's the only problem ever. Interior/exterior still looks new, except for someone backing into it 2 weeks ago. New complete rear …

Great little truck.

James Patterson, 07/02/2010

2005 Ford Ranger 2dr SuperCab XLT Rwd Styleside SB (3.0L 6cyl 5M)

My dad bought the truck to be my future vehicle. Great for around town driving and trips to/from Lowes, not great for heavy hauling and towing. A/C and heater work GREAT because of the small size of the cab. sank this one into a hole while delivering hay and pulled it right out, no damage. the Vulcan V6 leaves some to be desired but it can hold its own. no maintenance besides normal …

Update after 3 years. Even better.

JDP, 05/03/2008

2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside SB (2.3L 4cyl 5M)

I wanted to give an update after owing the Ranger for 3 years. I am even more impressed with this little truck than earlier. Mileage is still great for a truck (4cyl,5spd) I still have the original tires. No squeaks or rattles, and it is a truck. Moved from Austin to DFW with a full load and a trailer load behind. Probably 2000lbs total. I thought it would be a slow 4th gear go. Not a …

Fun Good looking and Reliable

justabit50@gmail.com, 07/19/2016

2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside SB (2.3L 4cyl 5M)

Sparkly rims,and a bright red paint job. I purchased a Leer canopy for it and mounted Thule bike and kayak racks on the top. I can take it anywhere. I sleep in the back and go kayaking or biking the next day. At 27 mpg and a zippy little engine that gets me over those high mountain passes with ease, I have no complaints. AC works great and sound system is just fine. Seats are comfy and …

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2005 Ranger Highlights

Type:

SuperCab

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$17,500
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	18 MPG
Cost to Drive	$229/month
Seating	3 seats
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Max Towing Capacity	5,860 lbs.
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver5 / 5
PassengerNot Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover3 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Acceptable
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Not Tested

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Great little truck.

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Fun Good looking and Reliable

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