2022 Ford Ranger 2WDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Standard Pickup Trucks 2WDRear-Wheel Drive
City
21
MPG
Highway
26
MPG
Combined
23
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S10)
Regular
City
21
Hwy
26
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $2,950/yr
Automatic (S10)
Regular
City
20
Hwy
26
Comb
22
Fuel cost: $3,050/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,950

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-2,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
387 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
12.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.3L 4-cyl
Transmission
10-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Body Style
Pickup Truck
GVWR
Class 2-3 (6,001–10,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.3L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,928/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,885/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,536/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,697/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,949/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,941/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,646/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,012/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,833/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,901/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 23 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems35 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 35 owner complaints for the 2022 Ford Ranger 2WD. Top reported issues include power train, electrical system and engine. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Power Train
15
Electrical System
8
Engine
6
Visibility / Wipers
3
Speed Control
3
Brakes
3
Lighting
2
Fuel System
2

2022 Ford Ranger 2WD problems by category: Power Train: 15 complaints, Electrical System: 8 complaints, Engine: 6 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 3 complaints, Speed Control: 3 complaints, Brakes: 3 complaints, Lighting: 2 complaints, Fuel System: 2 complaints.

1
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
99
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 02/02/2026ODI#11715118
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Inspection available if needed. The ignition coils and spark plugs failed due to Ford’s negligence to…
EngineFiled: 07/17/2025ODI#11674261
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Ranger. The contact stated while driving on several occasions, the infotainment system screen turned black intermittently. Additionally, the contact stated that upon star…
Power TrainFiled: 04/20/2022ODI#11461578
The lighting on the shift lever that shows what mode the transmission is being selected is missing. Apparently Ford stopped installing the lighting that lights the "Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive" in t…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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