It’s an exciting time to be in the market for a new midsize truck. The Chevrolet Colorado and Toyota Tacoma underwent complete redesigns in 2023 and 2024, respectively. And now, we’re proud to show off the best of the midsize — the all-new 2024 Ford Ranger. It’s completely restyled inside and out with rugged good looks that evoke its big brother, the legendary F-150.
Key Takeaways
- The base 2.3-liter EcoBoost 4-cylinder engine carries over from the prior generation, but an exciting new powerful V6 with 315 horsepower is now available.
- It’s the perfect size truck for recreational use, slotting in between the compact Maverick and the full-size F-150.
- A properly equipped 2024 Ford Ranger can tow 7,500 pounds, with a cargo bed payload capacity of 1,805 pounds.
- Larger 10.1-inch standard infotainment screen for the 2024 model year, with the option for a 12.4-inch touchscreen.
The new 2024 Ranger has improved technology
Besides a strikingly handsome exterior, the cabin of the redesigned 2024 Ranger boasts some serious tech. The old, smallish 8-inch infotainment screen is gone, replaced with a new 10.1-inch display. If that’s still not large enough, a 12.4-inch vertically oriented screen is yours for the asking.
Both size screens run Ford’s latest Sync 4A system, which is similar to what you’ll find in the most high-tech Blue Oval models like the Mustang Mach E and F-150 Lightning. Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay are also standard.
For the driver, there’s a digital gauge display replacing conventional analog dials, sized either 8.0 or 12.4 inches depending on trim level and options preference. Finally, a standard wireless charging pad kills the cable clutter on XLT trims and higher.
Cab and bed choices.
Buyers of the 2023 Ranger had a choice between an extended cab SuperCab model with a 6-foot cargo bed or a four-door SuperCrew configuration with a shorter 5-foot cargo bed. At least for now, the 2024 Ford is only sold in a four-door SuperCrew short-bed configuration that holds five adults.
Ford has made some grumblings about an extended cab model with a 6-foot cargo bed becoming available in the near future, but for now, it’s just a rumor. For the record, Ford does produce an extended cab Ranger in other parts of the world, but not currently in the United States.
Is the 2024 Ranger more expensive than the 2023 model?
For 2024, the least expensive Ford Ranger is the rear-wheel drive XL SuperCrew at $34,265 including a mandatory $1,595 destination charge. At the other end of the spectrum is the high trim level LARIAT SuperCrew with four-wheel drive, which starts at $48,710 including destination fee.
There’s no getting around the fact that those new MSRPs are higher than the old body-style Ranger, which started at $28,895. But to be fair, that 2023 starting price was for the less expensive SuperCab extended cab which isn’t available yet for the redesigned 2024 model.
Is the 2024 Ranger significantly different from 2023?
There’s no doubt that the 2023 Ranger was a venerable, reliable pick in the midsize truck segment and was available at a bargain price, as well. That said, the design of that model dates back to 2019 in the United States and even longer in other parts of the world.
The clean-sheet redesigned 2024 Ranger is like comparing apples to oranges versus the older model. It has chiseled, muscular styling complemented by a crisp, fresh new interior that’s packed with superior tech features. Come in now to shop our inventory or let our professional and knowledgeable Banner Ford staff custom order you a new truck to your exact specifications.