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2010 Ford Ranger Quality Review

September 8, 2009

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 7 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

capable, unappreciated small work truck
MyRide.com

acceptable unless you're of tall stature
Edmunds

all models we've tested have been solidly built
ConsumerGuide

The 2010 Ford Ranger clearly lags behind rivals in terms of space and comfort, but it’s not as far behind its rivals in refinement as you might think.

With the Chevrolet Colorado, Toyota Tacoma, and Nissan Frontier moved into a larger size class, Ford arguably retains the only true compact pickup. With the Ranger, Ford offers SuperCab models with two rear-hinged doors and Regular Cab versions with very little space between the seats and the rear glass. ConsumerGuide criticizes the rear seat in SuperCab Rangers as "skimpy, cramped, and thus best used for toddlers or cargo," and adds that "entry and exit borders on awkward." Edmunds concurs, claiming the truck's "inward facing jump seats are a quaint reminder of days gone by, but are terrible as a seating option."

In front, the space story is a bit better. ConsumerGuide says the truck has "good headroom and legroom up front," but "three adults are a tight squeeze" for the front. The basic front seats are, in truth, not bad; Edmunds finds them to be "acceptable unless you're of tall stature."

Ford installs better materials into the Ranger than are found in many compact trucks. It may not be roomy, but Cars.com lists "build quality" as one of its favorite things about the truck. ConsumerGuide even states, "all models we've tested have been solidly built."

A tight, jarring ride is pretty much expected in a pickup, but the Ranger isn’t so bad in this respect. ConsumerGuide indicates that the ride quality is "decent for trucks," reporting that Rangers "jiggle on rough roads but absorb big bumps pretty well."

Conclusion

The 2010 Ford Ranger isn’t very comfortable, spacious, or impressive inside, but it’s solid and well built.

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:capable, unappreciated small work truckMyRide.comacceptable unless you're of tall statureEdmundsall models we've tested have been solidly builtConsumerGuide The 2010 Ford Ranger clearly lags behind rivals in terms of space and comfort, but it’s not as far behind its rivals in refinement as you might think. With the Chevrolet Colorado, Toyota Tacoma, and Nissan Frontier moved into a larger size class, Ford arguably retains the only true compact pickup. With the Ranger, Ford offers SuperCab models with two rear-hinged doors and Regular Cab versions with very little space between the seats and the rear glass. ConsumerGuide criticizes the rear seat in SuperCab Rangers as "skimpy, cramped, and thus best used for toddlers or cargo," and adds that "entry and exit borders on awkward." Edmunds concurs, claiming the truck's "inward facing jump seats are a quaint reminder of days gone by, but are terrible as a seating option." In front, the space story is a bit better. ConsumerGuide says the truck has "good headroom and legroom up front," but "three adults are a tight squeeze" for the front. The basic front seats are, in truth, not bad; Edmunds finds them to be "acceptable unless you're of tall stature." Ford installs better materials into the Ranger than are found in many compact trucks. It may not be roomy, but Cars.com lists "build quality" as one of its favorite things about the truck. ConsumerGuide even states, "all models we've tested have been solidly built." A tight, jarring ride is pretty much expected in a pickup, but the Ranger isn’t so bad in this respect. ConsumerGuide indicates that the ride quality is "decent for trucks," reporting that Rangers "jiggle on rough roads but absorb big bumps pretty well." ConclusionThe 2010 Ford Ranger isn’t very comfortable, spacious, or impressive inside, but it’s solid and well built. 2010 FORD RANGER STYLING | [6 out of 10] ConsumerGuide: "basic design is more than a decade old and shows it" MyRide.com: "truck desperately needs an update" Edmunds: "due to its aged design, it falls short in many other areas" Although periodic minor updates have kept the Ranger's ...

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Other Choices:

The most direct competitors for the Ranger are the GMC Canyon/Chevrolet Colorado compact trucks. The Ranger has a smoother V-6 engine, but the GM twins have an optional five-cylinder engine with more power and, for 2009, a V-8 selection that in some respects gives it the ability of a larger truck. The Canyon and Colorado also offer a true four-door model with a back bench seat, though it's uncomfortable for long trips. Other rivals include the Toyota Tacoma and Nissan Frontier. Both of these models offer four-cylinder base engines, though they feel significantly larger than the true-compact Ranger. Surprisingly, the Ranger’s base four-cylinder engine feels more refined than either the GM trucks or the Toyota. However, if you’re going to step up to a V-6 yet think a V-8 is overkill, you would probably be happier with either the Toyota or Nissan.

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Comments (2 total)

  1. By charles #1, Posted: 9/16/2009

    4 door ranger in the u.s. "when"

  2. By Marty #2, Posted: 10/28/2009

    Look up 2011 ford ranger not only is it 4 door but also diesel option

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