2024 Ford Ranger 2WDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Standard Pickup Trucks 2WDRear-Wheel Drive
City
21
MPG
Highway
25
MPG
Combined
22
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S10)
Regular
City
21
Hwy
25
Comb
22
Fuel cost: $3,050/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,050

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

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-3,250

vs. average new vehicle

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

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
402 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
13.5 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$3,061/yr
California
$5.957/gal$4,062/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,651/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,820/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$3,083/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$3,075/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,812/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,149/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,962/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$3,033/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 22 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems52 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 52 owner complaints for the 2024 Ford Ranger 2WD. Top reported issues include power train, electrical system and structure. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Power Train
15
Electrical System
14
Structure
6
Brakes
6
Engine
5
Fuel System
5
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
5
Visibility / Wipers
4

2024 Ford Ranger 2WD problems by category: Power Train: 15 complaints, Electrical System: 14 complaints, Structure: 6 complaints, Brakes: 6 complaints, Engine: 5 complaints, Fuel System: 5 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 5 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 4 complaints.

2
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
3
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

BrakesFiled: 04/28/2026ODI#11734275
The brake pedal is extremely soft and routinely travels to the floor during normal driving conditons. It also catches at various levels. It is impossible to tap the brakes to slow the vehicle down w…
Power TrainFiled: 01/08/2026ODI#11709682
I am the original owner of this vehicle and the engine and controls have not been modified in any way. Yesterday while driving at approximately 30 mph on a surface street with dry road conditions in …
SteeringFiled: 03/15/20251 InjuryODI#11648482
I flew down to Anchorage Alaska this brand new 024 FORD RANGER XL on [XXX] sight unseen and no test drive from KENDALL FORD Dealership. After buying the truck I started it, engaged 4 wheel drive and s…

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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