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2003 Ford Ranger User Reviews

2003 Ford Ranger Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 36 reviews

  • Performance:3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars 3.9 / 5
  • Appearance:4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars 4 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars 4.2 / 5
  • Overall:4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars 4.2 / 5

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PROS
"ride" 13 reviews
"fuel economy" 12 reviews
"power" 8 reviews
"reliable car" 6 reviews
"maintenance" 4 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 8 reviews
"power" 5 reviews
"ride" 3 reviews
"doors" 2 reviews
"space" 2 reviews

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Aidan writes:
2003 Ford Ranger 2 Dr Edge Standard Cab SB Review
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Manual, and the stock sounds system is very good.

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Only two door, and two seats :(

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Decent Truck. — Eh it's an okay car for the price. It cost me 7k and being a Ford I was hesitant because of maintenance problems associated with that dealer. But so far it's been a reliable truck and is fun to drive because of it's manual.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Terence writes:
2003 Ford Ranger 2 Dr XL Standard Cab LB Review
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Street cred, versatility and relaxed driver.

Cons

Overtaking ability and unreliable drivetrain

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Fantastic Workhorse — This is a very comfortable and reliable vehicle. My one was quite heavy on diesel though, while the performance was fairly mediocre. Servicing and maintenance was reasonable. The biggest like for me was the respect one got on the road. It wasn't really large or fast, but people moved over readily on the freeway. My biggest gripe was with the diff and the useless gearbox. Ford has never been able to build a gearbox worth noting for it's reliability.

Primary Use: Utility (towing boats, transporting cargo, etc.)

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Erik writes:
2003 Ford Ranger 4 Dr Edge Plus Extended Cab SB Review
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Fuel efficient truck

Cons

Large towing or 3+ people trips

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Dependent Little Truck :) — Good truck. Like most of it. Good mileage for it's size and usage. Wish it had a lil more room in the ext. cab and more power. Tough shocks. Decent to drive, not too exciting, but not boring either. Rides high for a small truck, which I like.

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Lisa writes:
2003 Ford Ranger 2 Dr XLT Extended Cab SB Review
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good truck in general

Cons

the extended cab doesnt have a door

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Ehh — its fast and clean, good engine, looks cute, a lil fixed up, good accelration, enough space, good gas mileage, low mileage, good cloth eats...not to hard not to soft i dont like that not very many parts are available for them.

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Devon writes:
2003 Ford Ranger 4 Dr XL Extended Cab SB Review
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its a ford!

Cons

Nothing because its a ford

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Truck — my truck is an awesome truck. it is a flex fuel vehicle so it runs on e-85 and gasoline. its a little small sometimes but it is good enough for me. it is pretty quick for a small truck

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Alex writes:
2003 Ford Ranger Review
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fits the quad and has plenty of power

Cons

the dents. and the wierd noise it makes when turning under load which is at a very low rpm

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2003 Ranger — not very good on gas. some dents form the last guy that owned it. might turbo it after summer dont know yet. they dont list the trim cuz its custom, its an xlt 2dr 4x4 with a long bed. its pretty fun to drive tho. for a truck its got a bit of get up and go

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Cris writes:
2003 Ford Ranger 2 Dr XLT Standard Cab LB Review
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Gas milage, Sporty

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Not enough cab space, and too small to pull camper.

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Good! — Too Small! Needs more cab space and heavier to pull camper. Its not what I wanted, I wanted an extended cab, but I guess beggers can't be choosers. This truck is only good for teenagers who wants to cruise around and not haul or tow anthing. Like camping or Landscaping.

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Ryne writes:
2003 Ford Ranger 2 Dr Edge Standard Cab SB Review
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MPG

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Small

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Ford Ranger — It's manual. Good brakes. It hasn't needed many repairs. It is an ok looking truck. I'm too big for the seat and steering wheel though. It gets about 27 mpg. Driving a stick is fun for a while but it gets annoying after a while. It's a very light car.

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Cody writes:
2003 Ford Ranger 4 Dr XLT 4WD Extended Cab SB Review
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Powa!!!

Cons

not too much.

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4.0 V6 Ranger Review — I love my truck!! It's fun to drive, tons of power for the 4.0 V6, owned it for a year now, never done anything on it except for swapping the air filters. Gas consumption isn't even too bad!! :D. Over all a great truck, definitely my favorite vehicle I've ever owned!

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Andrew writes:
2003 Ford Ranger 4 Dr XLT FX4 4WD Extended Cab SB Review
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Sturdy build

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Bigger Engine

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Fx4 Ranger — Very solid truck. I have abused it time and time again offroading with minimal breaking. CV axles could be stronger and a more powerful engine. It has a tough appearance for its size especially when its lifted. Very fun to drive. Overall, its very reliable and fun to drive on and off road.

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Cost $6,210 Average Instant Market Value $12,377 Average Instant Market Value $9,850 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 26 25 19
Horsepower 143 142 202
Crash Test Rating 4 3 8
Front Leg Room (inches) 42.4 41.7 40.9

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2009 Ford Ranger Reviews

Good Looker By Bailie

I liked the sporty look of the hood and fender flairs. The color is very pleasing as well as the interior color. The Rally Gauge Cluster gave interior a sporty look as well and was surprised that it... Read More

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i own the bare bones ford ranger, the only option ordered was cloth seats over vinyl ones. surprisingly the 2.3 liter engine has sufficient power for day to day driving. it also gets pretty good gas m... Read More

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2008 Ford Ranger Reviews

Great Truck For Me By Briant

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2008 Ford Ranger Fx4 By Curtis

Not a bad truck. Owned a 91 Ranger and packed it in at 565000K. This is why I chose another Ranger. Big mistake. VERY VERY poor fuel economy. A fill only gets me 425kms per tank. BRUTAL. Power off t... Read More

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2007 Ford Ranger Reviews

Great Truck, Very Fun To Drive, And To Keep Clean (well I Enjoy It Anyways) By Justin

I love my truck what can I say... She has given me some problems but always comes out stronger in the end! She has about 65k miles in her right now and I have people come up to me ans ask if its brand... Read More

Love My Truck, The Only Thing Is That The Double Cabs Should Come Out In 3ltr As Standard Though. By Mickey

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