- Newest year: 2026
- Gas
- Standard pickups
2024-2026 Ford Ranger MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 17–23 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 standard pickup configurations, MY2026. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2024-2026 Ford Ranger at a glance
The 2024-2026 Ford Ranger covers 3 model years in the EPA database (12 configurations in all), rated 17–23 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2026, costs about $2,900 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 2025 and 2026. The best combined rating in the generation, 23 MPG, was reached in 2025 and 2026.
2024-2026 Ford Ranger by model year
What the 2026 Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs to drive
Per month
$242
$2,900 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.83
Per 100 miles
$19.33
Five years
$14,500
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard pickup median
$560less a year
Class median $3,460 a year, MY2026
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2026 Ford Ranger MPG
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,780 to $2,900, $120 more.
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 | 25 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,090 |
| Ranger 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,230 |
| RAPTOR | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 18 | 17 | $3,880 |
2025 Ford Ranger MPG
17–23 MPG · $2,780–$3,880/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 23 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,950 to $2,780, $170 less.
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 | $2,780 |
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,980 |
| Ranger 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 23 | 20 | $3,270 |
| RAPTOR | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 18 | 17 | $3,880 |
2024 Ford Ranger MPG
17–22 MPG · $2,950–$3,880/yr
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo 4WD (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 24 | 22 | $2,950 |
| Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 25 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Ranger 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 23 | 20 | $3,270 |
| RAPTOR | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 18 | 17 | $3,880 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD: $3,950 in California and $2,530 in Texas, a $1,420 difference.
- California $3,950
- Washington $3,660
- New York $2,900
- Florida $2,740
- Texas $2,530
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2026 standard pickup models.
Generations
- 2000-2011 (3rd gen)
- 2019-2023 (T6)
- 2024-2026 (P703)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2024-2026 Ford Ranger get?
EPA rates the 2024-2026 Ford Ranger at 17–23 MPG combined across 12 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2026 Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD, is rated 23 MPG (21 city, 25 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2024-2026 Ford Ranger?
The Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 23 MPG, in 2025 and 2026. The lowest top rating, 22 MPG, was in 2024.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2024-2026 Ford Ranger?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2025 and 2026.
How does the 2024-2026 Ford Ranger compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2019-2023 Ford Ranger) is rated 18–23 MPG combined and costs $2,800–$3,570 a year to fuel; the 2024-2026 model is rated 17–23 MPG and costs $2,780–$3,880 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 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 $2,900 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $2,900–$3,880 a year. That is a $980 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2026 Ford Ranger 100 miles?
About $19.33 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 $19.33 and $25.87 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2026 Ford Ranger more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD is rated 21 city and 25 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 4 MPG.
How does the 2026 Ford Ranger compare with other standard pickup configurations?
The Ranger 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs about $2,900 a year to fuel, $560 less than the class median of $3,460, and less than 7 of 10 standard pickup configurations. The comparison covers all 138 rated standard pickup configurations for MY2026, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2026 Ford Ranger different from the 2025 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,780 to $2,900, $120 more. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2026 against 4 configurations for 2025. See the 2025 Ford Ranger for that year.