DecodedCars2023 Ford Ranger
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Body styles
- Supercab 4WD, Supercrew 4WD
- Engines
- 2.3L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 10-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 21 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- 211 in
- Curb weight
- 4,352–4,440 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints18 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 57 for similar models.
Watch out for
- "Do not drive" recallCheck that the recall repair was done before buying or driving.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Ford Ranger is a standard pickup truck offered with a 2.3L 4-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 211 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 127-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,352 lb (Supercab 4WD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (21 city / 26 highway), 13% better than the 2023 standard pickup truck average of 20.3 MPG, for an estimated $2,900 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.
What changed for 2023
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 Ranger — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 Ranger →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Wayne, Michigan
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2023 Ranger configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supercab 4WD | 211 in | 73.2 in | 71.3 in | 126.8 in | 61.4 / 61.4 in | 4,352 lb | 57/43 |
| Supercrew 4WD | 211 in | 73.2 in | 71.3 in | 126.8 in | 61.4 / 61.4 in | 4,440 lb | 57/43 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger 2WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | +13% | $2,900 | 387 |
| Ranger 2WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | +8% | $3,050 | 397 |
| Ranger 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 24 / 22 | +20% | $3,050 | 410 |
| Ranger 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | +14% | $3,200 | 420 |
| Ranger Tremor 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 19 / 19 | +3% | $3,550 | 471 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2023 Ford Ranger.
Similar 2023 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Ford Ranger (this car) | 23 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2023 Toyota Tacoma | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2023 Chevrolet Colorado | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2023 GMC Canyon | 20 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2023 Honda Ridgeline | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2023 Jeep Gladiator | 24 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2023 Rivian R1T | 352 mi | Not rated | 8 |
Recalls (4)
Equipment › Electrical › Engine Block Heater · Oct 10, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V685000 · 59,006 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
- Risk
- An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.
Back Over Prevention › Software · Jun 27, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V442000 · 200,237 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
- Risk
- A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Equipment › Other › Labels · May 26, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V379000 · 29,607 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco, 2023 Super Duty F-250, and 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information (TREAD) label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Risk
- An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Ford will mail a new TREAD label to install over the existing label, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to take their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the new label installed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C18.
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs · Apr 20, 2023 Do not drive
NHTSA campaign 23V283000 · 1,434 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The lug nuts on the driver's side wheels may have been improperly tightened.
- Risk
- Loose lug nuts may result in wheel detachment while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, retighten the lug nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S17.
Not every 2023 Ford Ranger is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2023 Ford Ranger buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Safety-critical recall. At least one recall carries a "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" warning. Do not buy until the VIN shows it was repaired.
- Power Train — 4 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Engine — 3 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Air Bags — 2 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 2,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Ford Ranger. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Ranger years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ranger | 23 | 210.6 in | Not rated | 8 | 8 |
| 2025 Ranger | 23 | 210.6 in | Not rated | 13 | 44 |
| 2024 Ranger | 22 | 210.6 in | Not rated | 13 | 95 |
| 2022 Ranger | 23 | 211 in | Not rated | 5 | 38 |
| 2021 Ranger | 23 | 211 in | Not rated | 6 | 119 |
| 2020 Ranger | 23 | 211 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 130 |
| 2019 Ranger | 23 | 211 in | ★★★★★ | 11 | 270 |
| 2011 Ranger | 24 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 223 |
| 2010 Ranger | 24 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 8 | 140 |
| 2009 Ranger | 23 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 6 | 152 |
| 2008 Ranger | 23 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 306 |
| 2007 Ranger | 23 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 243 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ford. How we calculate this →