1997
Ford Ranger

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$11,070
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  • Reg Cab 107.9" WB XL
    Starts at
    $11,070
    21 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,257 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 113.9" WB XL
    Starts at
    $11,455
    21 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,274 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 107.9" WB XLT
    Starts at
    $12,840
    21 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,243 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 113.9" WB XLT
    Starts at
    $13,370
    21 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,260 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Supercab 125.4" WB XL
    Starts at
    $14,415
    21 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,260 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 107.9" WB SPLASH
    Starts at
    $14,945
    21 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,097 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Supercab 125.4" WB XLT
    Starts at
    $15,015
    21 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,236 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 107.9" WB XL 4WD
    Starts at
    $16,365
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,250 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Supercab 125.4" WB SPLASH
    Starts at
    $16,575
    17 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,064 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 113.9" WB XL 4WD
    Starts at
    $16,835
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,253 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 107.9" WB XLT 4WD
    Starts at
    $17,905
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,536 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Supercab 125.4" WB XL 4WD
    Starts at
    $17,980
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,270 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 107.9" WB STX 4WD
    Starts at
    $18,150
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,538 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 113.9" WB XLT 4WD
    Starts at
    $18,495
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,539 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 113.9" WB STX 4WD
    Starts at
    $18,740
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,541 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Supercab 125.4" WB STX 4WD
    Starts at
    $19,305
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,248 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Reg Cab 107.9" WB SPLASH 4WD
    Starts at
    $19,375
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,253 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Supercab 125.4" WB XLT 4WD
    Starts at
    $19,390
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,246 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • Supercab 125.4" WB SPLASH 4WD
    Starts at
    $20,325
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,231 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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Safety review

Based on the 1997 Ford Ranger base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Fords and many non-Ford vehicles up to 10 years old with less than 150,000 miles
Basic
90-Day / 4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty
Dealer certification
139-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.3 / 5
Based on 23 reviews
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Comfort 3.8
Interior 3.9
Performance 4.0
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.3
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

By Johnny Knight from Plumwood, Oh
Owns this car
January 31, 2025

I bought my 1997 Ranger 4x4 3.

I bought my 1997 Ranger 4x4 3.0 automatic new. I has been my daily driver for most if that time. It hit 299'000 ten years ago and I drive it an hour one way just for work. That eiesnt I include my riad looos on tge weekends and running errands and such. The odometer has been stuck at 299,000 and I'm figuring well over 400k by now. Sadly I need to find a transmission. I lost 3 and 4th along with reverse. I'm fixing it. I'll never find something that will hold up lije this has. People tell me "You drive thay Ford piece of S***." I come right back and tell them and their Tacoma that when their truck hits 400k at 28 yearsvold and has been through the creeks and up the hills and has even been hit head on by a texting teen back in 03 and it stillbgoes down the interstate wuth the best of them then they can talk crap about my truck. Until then shove off.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By R A Murillo from Philly
Owns this car
March 22, 2024

Long Lasting Reliable Truck.

I bought a new 1997 Ford Ranger 4x4 4.0 v6 4 speed (w/ od). After 27yrs driving it...163000 mi...it's never left me stranded. A dead battery...twice. 235/75R15 M/T have been on it since the originals wore out. One clutch, one radiator, one blendoor and 2 break jobs. Flush out radiator every even year. Will finally change oil in manual transmission and transfer case. As well as in Rear and Front differentials. I'll do this on 25th of April '24. Needs radio and door lights stay on for a long long time. OH...and a very slow leak in the AC...I put in 2 small cans per yr. Small cans from auto stores...whatever is on sale. YUP...regular maintenance is the key, And I have been the only driver. My Wife likes sedans. Driven it overloaded pulling a small overloaded trailer from FL to CA twice and will do it a 3rd time in 2 months. I got lucky. R A Murillo
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 2.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 1997 Ford Ranger?

The 1997 Ford Ranger is available in 4 trim levels:

  • SPLASH (4 styles)
  • STX (3 styles)
  • XL (2 styles)
  • XLT (10 styles)

What is the MPG of the 1997 Ford Ranger?

The 1997 Ford Ranger offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 1997 Ford Ranger reliable?

The 1997 Ford Ranger has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1997 Ford Ranger owners.

Is the 1997 Ford Ranger a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1997 Ford Ranger. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.3 / 5
Based on 23 reviews
  • Comfort: 3.8
  • Interior: 3.9
  • Performance: 4.0
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.3
  • Reliability: 4.6

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