- Newest year: 2023
- Gas
- Standard pickups
2019-2023 Ford Ranger MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 18–23 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 standard pickup configurations, MY2023. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2019-2023 Ford Ranger at a glance
The 2019-2023 Ford Ranger covers 5 model years in the EPA database (20 configurations in all), rated 18–23 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2023, costs about $2,800 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD (23 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023.
2019-2023 Ford Ranger by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Gas | 19–23 MPG | $2,800–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Gas | 19–23 MPG | $2,800–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Gas | 18–23 MPG | $2,800–$3,570 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas | 18–23 MPG | $2,800–$3,570 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Gas | 18–23 MPG | $2,800–$3,570 | First year |
What the 2023 Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs to drive
Per month
$233
$2,800 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.67
Per 100 miles
$18.67
Five years
$14,000
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard pickup median
$740less a year
Class median $3,540 a year, MY2023
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2023 Ford Ranger MPG
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,800.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S10) (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S10) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,930 |
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S10) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 24 | 22 | $3,020 |
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S10) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,090 |
| Tremor | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 19 | 19 | $3,440 |
2022 Ford Ranger MPG
19–23 MPG · $2,800–$3,440/yr
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,800.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S10) (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S10) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,930 |
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S10) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 24 | 22 | $3,020 |
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S10) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,090 |
| Tremor | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 19 | 19 | $3,440 |
2021 Ford Ranger MPG
18–23 MPG · $2,800–$3,570/yr
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,800.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 24 | 22 | $3,000 |
| Tremor | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 19 | 19 | $3,400 |
| Incomplete | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 18 | 18 | $3,570 |
2020 Ford Ranger MPG
18–23 MPG · $2,800–$3,570/yr
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,800.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 24 | 22 | $2,990 |
| Incomplete | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 18 | 18 | $3,570 |
2019 Ford Ranger MPG
18–23 MPG · $2,800–$3,570/yr
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 24 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Incomplete | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 18 | 18 | $3,570 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD: $3,810 in California and $2,440 in Texas, a $1,370 difference.
- California $3,810
- Washington $3,530
- New York $2,800
- Florida $2,650
- Texas $2,440
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2023 standard pickup models.
Generations
- 2000-2011 (3rd gen)
- 2019-2023 (T6)
- 2024-2026 (P703)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2019-2023 Ford Ranger get?
EPA rates the 2019-2023 Ford Ranger at 18–23 MPG combined across 20 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2023 Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD, is rated 23 MPG (21 city, 26 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2019-2023 Ford Ranger?
Every model year of the 2019-2023 Ford Ranger tops out at 23 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2019-2023 Ford Ranger?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023.
How does the 2019-2023 Ford Ranger compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2011 Ford Ranger) is rated 15–24 MPG combined and costs $1,590–$4,360 a year to fuel; the 2019-2023 model is rated 18–23 MPG and costs $2,800–$3,570 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Ford Ranger per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs about $2,800 a year. Across all 5 configurations the cost runs $2,800–$3,440 a year. That is a $640 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2023 Ford Ranger 100 miles?
About $18.67 per 100 miles for the Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $18.67 and $22.93 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2023 Ford Ranger more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD is rated 21 city and 26 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 5 MPG.
How does the 2023 Ford Ranger compare with other standard pickup configurations?
The Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs about $2,800 a year to fuel, $740 less than the class median of $3,540, and less than 9 of 10 standard pickup configurations. The comparison covers all 123 rated standard pickup configurations for MY2023, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2023 Ford Ranger different from the 2022 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,800. EPA lists 5 configurations for 2023 against 5 configurations for 2022. See the 2022 Ford Ranger for that year.