New Ranger?

[richlands55]

I`m thinking of buying a new Ranger. Stripped down XL, 4 CYL. 5 Speed. Anyone have a newer model one? If so what kind of gas mileage do you get? Thanks

 

[Zeisan]

I've got an 03 xl with 235/75r15 goodyear wranglers on it., I do mostly highway driving and get 25-28 mpg. I might get better if I put smaller/street tires on it.

 

[straycat]

You would be better off with a V6, Bro. Because, if you want to do any future mods the V6 is best for any mods...lift, taller tires and you would already have a better drive train.

 

[Rose2300]

But he said he wants a 4 cyl, so a v6 would not be better for him because he does not want a v6. But yeah the i-4's pull down around 25-30 depending on how you drive and the driving conditions (lots or hills, more city driving, etc.)

 

[richlands55]

I already have a 07 4x4 supercab with a 4.0. I get 19 mpg highway. I need a truck, just need something easier on gas. How are the 4 cyl. 5 speed power wise?

 

[Rose2300]

It's fine if you stick with the stock tire size. The best way to find out is to test drive one yourself and see if you like it, it'll be a dog compared to the 4.0 though

 

[statley chubs]

I have a four banger five speed with 237k+ miles on 235/70/16 and get baout 25mpg and power is good enough for drivin around but put a load in it and youll notice

 

[richlands55]

I know I would miss the 4.0. Might go drive one of the 4 cyls. Thanks for all the replies.

 

[FlyinRyan]

98', 2.5 4cyl, 14" tires, ~23-26 MPG Highway, around 20 MPG City.

 

[straycat]

I already have a 07 4x4 supercab with a 4.0. I get 19 mpg highway. I need a truck, just need something easier on gas. How are the 4 cyl. 5 speed power wise?

Then just buy a gas sipper car if you already have a truck, Bro. My wife's '03 Corolla gets over 42 mpg at 80 mph on the highway. She goes forever on a tank of gas...just like my old VW bugs of the 70's, lol. My 2010 Rogue gets a little over 30 mpg with my Yakima roofrack at 80 mph on the highway and over 25 around town in stop and go traffic. I get almost 500 miles per tank on the Rouge.

 

[hondaxr650]

I'd vote for keeping the truck and buying an econo car also. I refused to give up my Ranger so I picked up a pretty nice 87 Accord for a commuter and get around 31mpg with it, and it's carbureted with over 200,000 miles on it. Spending a little more on a newer fuel injected car would be even better. Better than losing a bunch of money on the truck you already have.

 

[straycat]

I'd vote for keeping the truck and buying an econo car also. I refused to give up my Ranger so I picked up a pretty nice 87 Accord for a commuter and get around 31mpg with it, and it's carbureted with over 200,000 miles on it. Spending a little more on a newer fuel injected car would be even better. Better than losing a bunch of money on the truck you already have.

Me, too. I love my Ranger and I just have no need to sell it. It still looks new and runs great and gets good gas milage for a lifted truck. I have never had any issues with it. Great truck!! I have friends who have big trucks and they all have a smaller car for more road trips and vacations across country. Just common sense.