Ford Ranger, 1997–2012

Ford Ranger 3rd generation specifications

The Ford Ranger 3rd generation was built from 1997 to 2012. This page lists all 25 versions (pickup) with 141–204 hp and 209–323 Nm of torque.

141–204 hp
Power (105–152 kW)
209–323 Nm
Torque (154–238 lb-ft)
10.4–13.6 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
5,093 mm
Length (201 in)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Ford Ranger 3rd generation.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
2.3 AT Pickup Single cabin2.3 litre gasoline141 hp 105 kW209 Nm——Automatic, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.3 AT Pickup One-and-a-half cabin2.3 litre gasoline141 hp 105 kW209 Nm——Automatic, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.3 MT Pickup Single cabin2.3 litre gasoline141 hp 105 kW209 Nm10.4 s—Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.3 MT Pickup One-and-a-half cabin2.3 litre gasoline141 hp 105 kW209 Nm10.4 s—Manual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
3.0 AT Pickup Single cabin3.0 litre gasoline150 hp 112 kW252 Nm13.6 s—Automatic, 5-speedRear wheel drive
3.0 AT Pickup One-and-a-half cabin3.0 litre gasoline150 hp 112 kW252 Nm——Automatic, 5-speedAll wheel drive
3.0 MT Pickup Single cabin3.0 litre gasoline150 hp 112 kW252 Nm13.6 s—Manual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
3.0 MT Pickup One-and-a-half cabin3.0 litre gasoline150 hp 112 kW252 Nm——Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
4.0 AT Pickup One-and-a-half cabin4.0 litre gasoline160 hp 119 kW305 Nm——Automatic, 5-speedAll wheel drive
4.0 AT Pickup Single cabin4.0 litre gasoline204 hp 152 kW323 Nm——Automatic, 5-speedAll wheel drive
4.0 AT Pickup One-and-a-half cabin4.0 litre gasoline204 hp 152 kW323 Nm——Automatic, 5-speedRear wheel drive
4.0 MT Pickup Single cabin4.0 litre gasoline204 hp 152 kW323 Nm——Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
4.0 MT Pickup One-and-a-half cabin4.0 litre gasoline204 hp 152 kW323 Nm——Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.3 AT AWD Pickup One-and-a-half cabin———————
2.3 AT RWD Pickup Single cabin———————
2.3 MT AWD Pickup Single cabin———————
2.3 MT RWD Pickup One-and-a-half cabin———————
3.0 AT AWD Pickup One-and-a-half cabin———————
3.0 AT RWD Pickup Single cabin———————
3.0 MT AWD Pickup One-and-a-half cabin———————
3.0 MT RWD Pickup Single cabin———————
4.0 AT AWD Pickup Single cabin———————
4.0 AT RWD Pickup One-and-a-half cabin———————
4.0 MT AWD Pickup One-and-a-half cabin———————
4.0 MT AWD Pickup Single cabin———————

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 3rd generation, pickup.
Length5,093 mm201 in
Width1,786 mm70 in
Height1,735 mm68 in
Wheelbase2,987 mm118 in
Ground clearance195 mm8 in
Kerb weight1,397–1,399 kg3,080–3,084 lb
Seats3
Fuel tank62 litres16 US gal

Questions about the Ford Ranger 3rd generation

What is the most powerful Ford Ranger 3rd generation?

The 4.0 AT pickup single cabin, with 204 hp (152 kW) and 323 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Ford Ranger 3rd generation from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 2.3 MT pickup single cabin, takes 10.4 seconds; the slowest takes 13.6 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Ford Ranger 3rd generation have?

Engines from 2.3 to 4.0 litres, running on gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Ford Ranger 3rd generation?

About 5,093 mm long, 1,786 mm wide and 1,735 mm tall (201 in long), weighing 1,397–1,399 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Ford Ranger generation

  1. 1st generation 1983–1988
  2. 1st generation, facelift 1989–1992
  3. 2nd generation 1993–1997
  4. 3rd generation 1997–2012
  5. 1st generation 1998–2006
  6. 2nd generation 2006–2009
  7. 2nd generation, facelift 2009–2011
  8. 3rd generation, facelift 2009–2011
  9. T6 2011–2015
  10. 4th generation, facelift 2015–2022
  11. T6, facelift 2015–2019
  12. T6, second facelift 2018–2022
  13. T6.2 2022–present

Ford Ranger overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.