1993 Ford Ranger XLT review from North America
"Average vehicle, but I have high standards"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Radiator repair (clogged) two times -- 70,000mi and 130,000 miles
Replaced clutch --120,000 miles
Replaced battery -- 100,000 miles
Replaced battery cables -- 70,000 miles
Replaced starter and solenoid -- 100,000 miles
Repair oil pan leak -- 100,000
Leaks oil still, but doesn't burn any.
General comments?
Overall, this has been a pretty good truck. However, I've been frustrated at some of the problems it has had. For instance $200 at the dealership for battery cables. An intermittent cruise control is also a bummer.
The engine has a lot of torque, but it's slow and piggy at higher speeds. The transmission synchros have been fried since I bought it. And like a previous review, the windshield tends to get hit by rocks.
However, the seats are very comfy for a guy my size (5' 9"). I'd rather take this truck on a long drive than our 1998 Honda Accord.
I get about 18 miles to the gallon in the city. Driving it over 65 mph on the highway makes the mileage plummet as well.
Taking it in tomorrow for servicing. Seems there's coolant leaking around the water pump housing.
Still a good truck if you do a lot of home improvement projects and gardening.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1993 |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1996 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0L V6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 26000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 147000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 21st February, 2008 |