Ford Ranger: Where it's been - Part 2


1993-2011 Second-generation Ranger: A stylish Splash and Mazda clone
Enjoy Part 2 of this ‘Where it's been’ blog on the Ford Ranger for sale.


Ford released the second-generation Ranger in 1992 as a 1993 model with a freshened design and available Splash version. The boxy look was replaced by a rounder sheet metal for a sleeker appearance. The Splash featured even more visual punch with a flare side bed, chrome wheels, lower suspension and special decals affixed to the sides and tailgate.

Power options in 1993 included the carryover 2.3-liter four-cylinder, 3.0-liter V6 with 145 horsepower and range-topping 4.0-liter V6 making 160 horsepower and 225 pound-feet of torque.

A substantial update came in 1998 with Ford giving the Ranger a longer wheelbase, upgraded frame, revised suspension and slight visual changes. Minor styling updates were also performed later on for the 2004 and 2006 model years.

Also in 1998, Ford offered an EV version of the Ranger based on a regular cab body. From the outside, the electric Ranger distinguished itself from gas models with a charging door in the front grille, bed cover for better aerodynamics, lack of an exhaust pipe and small "Electric" side badges. Power came from a 60-horsepower electric motor driving the rear wheels for about 65 miles of driving range. Ford ended Ranger EV production following 2002.

During the Ranger's second-generation run, it was also rebadged and offered as the Mazda B-Series from 1994 to 2009. Besides different grilles and emblems, the Mazda offshoot was identical to the Ford.

1993 Ford Ranger Splash





1993 Ford-Ranger XLT 4x2


1994 Ford Ranger Splash

1994 Ford Ranger STX 4x4

1994 Ford Ranger XL

These are just the '93 and '94 models! You should check out the more recent models!


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Article source: https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/history-ford-ranger-pickup-truck/

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