Ford Ranger Shines in 2025: A Banner Year for the Midsize Pickup
Anyone who follows The Ranger Station knows what we’ve always known: the Ford Ranger is a fantastic truck. Rugged, capable, and versatile, it’s a midsize pickup that continues to win over drivers who want performance, practicality, and reliability. In 2025, the Ranger’s excellence was reflected in the numbers, as Ford reported strong sales and record growth for this beloved truck.
2025 Ford Ranger Sales Highlights
- Annual Sales: 70,960 pickups sold, a 53.6% increase over 2024.
- Entry-Level XL: Sales surged 82.3% for the year and 62.9% in Q4.
- Higher-End Lariat: Sales climbed 24.1% for the year and 18.1% in Q4.
- Ranger Raptor: Off-road performance variant sales rose 18.8% in 2025.
Ford’s Truck Leadership in 2025
Ford’s truck lineup dominated the U.S. market last year thanks to a diverse range of models, trims, and powertrains:
- F-Series: 828,832 sold (+8.3%), America’s best-selling truck for the 49th consecutive year.
- Super Duty: Best sales year since 2004, solidifying Ford’s full-size truck dominance.
- Hybrids: Hybrid contributed to Ford’s record 228,072 hybrid sales in 2025.
- Transit Van: 161,797 units sold, marking a record year.
Why the Ranger Excelled
- Versatile Trim Options: XL and Lariat trims give buyers flexibility for both affordability and premium features.
- Performance Variants: Ranger Raptor proved there’s strong demand for off-road-capable midsize trucks.
- Practical and Reliable: Ranger continues to deliver on capability and utility, making it a top choice for work and recreation.
- Strong Q4 Growth: Entry-level Ranger XL sales up 62.9% in Q4, reflecting demand for accessible, capable trucks.
Looking Ahead
With performance and hybrid options continuing to expand, the Ranger is well-positioned for another strong year in 2026. Its blend of capability, reliability, and Ford’s extensive support network keeps it among the top choices in the midsize pickup segment.
For fans of the midsize pickup, 2025 was a reminder that the Ranger remains one of the most capable, versatile, and well-rounded trucks on the market—exactly what we’ve always said here at The Ranger Station.
Ford’s Full Sales Report
Ford U.S. Q4 2025 Sales Release
About The Author
Jim Oaks is the founder of The Ranger Station, one of the longest-running Ford Ranger enthusiast communities on the web. He has spent over three decades owning, modifying, repairing, and driving Ford Rangers on the street, trail, and cross-country routes.
Since launching TheRangerStation.com in 1999, Jim has documented thousands of real-world Ranger builds, technical repairs, drivetrain swaps, suspension modifications, and off-road tests contributed by owners worldwide. His work has been referenced by enthusiasts, mechanics, and off-road builders looking for practical, experience-based information rather than theoretical advice.
Jim’s hands-on experience includes long-distance overland travel, trail use, drivetrain and axle upgrades, suspension tuning, and platform comparisons across multiple Ranger generations. The content published on The Ranger Station is grounded in first-hand experience and community-verified data, not marketing claims or generic specifications.
