Ranger XLT 4X4
What the Ranger XLT adds over the Ranger XL (+$2,025)
| Spec | Ranger XL | Ranger XLT |
|---|---|---|
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $33,550 | $35,575 |
| Payload capacity | 1767 lbs | 1763 lbs |
| Wheel material | steel | Aluminum |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 17" Gray-Painted Aluminum Wheels, BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert and Trailer Coverage, Carpet Floor Covering, Carpet Floor Covering with Carpet Floor Mats, Connected Navigation (1 Year Trial), Ford Co-Pilot360® Technology, Grille - Gray Painted Center Bar and Surround (XLT), LED Fog Lamps, Rain-Sensing Wipers, Rearview Mirror, Auto-Dimming, Remote Start System (Key Fob Enabled), SiriusXM® with 360L (3-Month Trial), Sport Appearance Package
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitCargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 43.5 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 9.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Engine type (full description) | 2.3L EcoBoost with Auto Start-Stop Technology |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 18 gal |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $35,575 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Steering
| Steering type | Electronic Power-Assist Steering (EPAS) |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent |
Tires
| Tire size | 255/70 R17 A/T |
Transmission
| Transmission speeds | 10 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Payload capacity | 1763 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | Aluminum |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety17 std · 4 opt
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) (Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning, Dynamic Brake Support)
- Airbags - Front, Driver and Passenger
- Airbags - Safety Canopy® Side Curtains
- Digital Rear View Camera
- Lane-Keeping System (Lane-Keeping Aid, Lane-Keeping Alert and Driver Alert System)
- Trailer Sway Control
- Auto High-Beam Headlamps
- BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert and Trailer Coverage
- Belt-Minder® (Safety Belt Reminder)
- Brakes - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
- Child Seat Tether Anchors
- Child-Proof Rear-Door-Locks
- Ford Co-Pilot360® Technology
- Perimeter Anti-Theft Alarm
- Post-Collision Braking
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Speed Sign Recognition optional
- Front Parking Sensors optional
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ optional
- Trail Control™ optional
- SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Infotainment10 std · 2 opt
- 10" Center Display
- 8" Cluster Display
- 911 Assist®
- AM/FM Stereo Radio with 6 Audio Speakers
- AppLink®
- Connected Navigation (1 Year Trial)
- Ford® App
- SYNC® 4A with Enhanced Voice Recognition
- SiriusXM® with 360L (3-Month Trial)
- USB Ports - A and C
- 12" Center Display optional
- Technology Package optional
Convenience3 std · 2 opt
- Remote Start System (Key Fob Enabled)
- Easy Fuel® Capless Fuel Filler
- Remote Keyless Entry System
- Convenience Package optional
- Pro Power Onboard™ – 400 W optional
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Manual Air Conditioning, Single Zone
Seating3 std · 2 opt
- Heated Front Seats optional
- Seats - Front - Cloth Bucket
- Seats - Front - Cloth Bucket, 8-Way Manual Adjustable Driver/6-Way Manual Adjustable Passenger
- Seats – Rear – Fold Flat Outboard Bench Seats with Armrest and Under Seat Storage
- Seats - Front - Cloth Bucket - 10-Way Power Adjustable Driver/8-Way Power Adjustable Passenger Including Power Lumbar and Heated Front Seats (Optional XLT) optional
Interior4 std · 0 opt
- Rearview Mirror, Auto-Dimming
- Steering Wheel, Manual Tilt/Telescoping
- Carpet Floor Covering with Carpet Floor Mats
- Carpet Floor Covering
Exterior11 std · 4 opt
- 17" Gray-Painted Aluminum Wheels
- 255/70 R17 A/T Tires
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) - Configurable
- Exhaust - Single - Rear
- Fixed Rear Window with Privacy Glass
- Grille - Gray Painted Center Bar and Surround (XLT)
- LED Fog Lamps
- LED Reflector Headlamps
- Rain-Sensing Wipers
- Sport Appearance Package
- Tailgate - Power Locking
- Black Appearance Package optional
- Integrated Box Side Step optional
- LED Bed Lighting optional
- Power Moonroof (incl. Power-Sliding Rear Window) optional
Powertrain4 std · 5 opt
- 2.3L EcoBoost® Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology
- 4x2 Drivetrain
- Electronic 10-Speed Automatic Transmission
- Fuel Tank - 18 Gallon
- 2.7L EcoBoost® Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology optional
- 4x4 Drivetrain optional
- Electronic-Locking Rear Differential optional
- Electronic-Shift-On-the-Fly (ESOF) (4x4 Only) optional
- FX4® Off-Road Package optional
Chassis2 std · 0 opt
- Fully-Boxed, High-Strength Steel Frame
- Springs, Rear - Leaf (XL/XLT/Lariat)
Cargo0 std · 3 opt
- Trailer Tow Package optional
- Advanced Towing Package optional
- Integrated Trailer Brake Controller optional
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Ranger. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Ranger XLT
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Ford Ranger Ranger XLT?
The manufacturer lists $35,575 for the 2026 Ford Ranger Ranger XLT. That is $2,025 above the Ranger XL, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2026 Ford Ranger Ranger XLT add over the Ranger XL?
Against the Ranger XL, 13 features become standard that the Ranger XL does not and 3 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.