How reliable is a 1998 Ford Ranger?
The 1998 Ford Ranger Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5. It ranks 21st out of 32 for all car brands.
How long will a 1998 Ford Ranger last?
How long do Ford Rangers last? The Ford Ranger can last up to 20 years with no major faults. Even though the truck is overshadowed by the F-150, the Ranger is solidly built and will push the 300k-mile threshold with little trouble.
How many miles per gallon does a 1998 Ford Ranger get?
Up to 22 city / 27 highway
1998 Ford Ranger/MPG
Is the Ford Ranger 3.0 v6 a good engine?
It’s a strong reliable engine that will earn its keep. No power gains, maybe a couple lb. ft @ lower RPM but nothing to shout about. If I was going to buy a new/another Ranger, it’d be a 2.3/2.5 or 4.0.
How many miles do old Ford Rangers last?
Ford Rangers are well built trucks and can easily last over 200k-250k miles if they are well maintained. Earlier models suffered from timing chain and transmission issues.
How much can a 1998 Ford Ranger tow?
1,300 to 2,300 lbs
1998 Ford Ranger/Towing capacity
What was the rating of the 1998 Ford Ranger?
4 average Rating out of 37 reviews. 4.0208335 average Rating out of 48 reviews. The Used 1998 Ford Ranger is offered in the following submodels: Ranger Regular Cab, Ranger Extended Cab.
Are there any problems with the Ford Ranger?
Overall the truck has been quite reliable. The two problem areas have been the interior light staying on and multiple issues with the air conditioning. Other than that the vehicle has never left me stranded.
What kind of suspension does a 1998 Ford Ranger have?
The 1998 Ford Ranger gets new sheet metal, a new grille and revised headlamps. The wheelbase on regular cab models has been stretched to provide more cabin room and the displacement of the base engine has been increased. A short- and long-arm (SLA) suspension replaces the Twin-I-Beam suspension found on last year’s models.
What kind of engine does a 1998 Ford XLT have?
To sample just some of the changes, we coerced Ford out of an option-loaded ’98 4×4 XLT powered by the 4.0-liter V-6 bolted to a five-speed automatic and fitted with the roomy SuperCab and zoomy Flareside bed. With the 4.0-liter OHV V-6, the transmission choices are a five-speed manual or a five-speed auto.