1998 Ford Ranger

1998 Ford Ranger Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$11,485 - $19,695

Original MSRP:
$10,927 - $17,692

NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
Overall Safety Rating

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Rear Passenger: No Data

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.
See all Safety Rating Results
1998 Ford Ranger Review

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Warranty Information
Basic: 3 Years/36,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 99V062
Number of Units Affected 895,000
Summary The speed control cable can interfere with the speed control servo pulley and not allow the throttle to return to idle when disengaging the speed control. If the speed control is used and this condition is present, a stuck throttle could result, increasing the potential for a crash.
Remedy Dealers will replace the speed control cable. Owners will receive two notices: the first notice was to begin during March 1999; and the second notice will be made when parts are available (anticipated late April, early May). Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673
Dates of Manufacture May 1996 - March 1999
Manufacturer Recall Number 99S09

1998 Ford Ranger Models & Prices

1998 Ford Ranger XL
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
Reg Cab 112" WB XL $11,485 $10,927 $178 / Month*
Reg Cab 118" WB XL $11,955 $11,359 $185 / Month*
Supercab 126" WB XL $14,940 $13,507 $220 / Month*
Reg Cab 112" WB XL 4WD $15,765 $14,864 $243 / Month*
Reg Cab 118" WB XL 4WD $16,235 $15,296 $250 / Month*
Supercab 126" WB XL 4WD $17,370 $15,646 $255 / Month*

1998 Ford Ranger XLT
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
Reg Cab 112" WB XLT $13,305 $12,068 $197 / Month*
Reg Cab 118" WB XLT $13,855 $12,553 $205 / Month*
Supercab 126" WB XLT $15,445 $13,951 $228 / Month*
Reg Cab 112" WB XLT 4WD $17,395 $15,668 $256 / Month*
Reg Cab 118" WB XLT 4WD $17,985 $16,187 $264 / Month*
Supercab 126" WB XLT 4WD $18,880 $16,974 $277 / Month*

1998 Ford Ranger SPLASH
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
Reg Cab 112" WB SPLASH $15,045 $13,599 $222 / Month*
Supercab 126" WB SPLASH $16,675 $15,034 $245 / Month*
Reg Cab 112" WB SPLASH 4WD $18,865 $16,961 $277 / Month*
Supercab 126" WB SPLASH 4WD $19,695 $17,692 $289 / Month*

1998 Ford Ranger Features and Standard Equipment

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS Features
XL XLT SPLASH
City 15/hwy 20 (3.0L engine/4-speed auto trans)
City 16/hwy 20 (4.0L engine/5-speed auto trans)  
City 16/hwy 20 (4.0L engine/5-speed manual trans)  
City 16/hwy 21 (4.0L engine/5-speed auto trans)  
City 17/hwy 21 (4.0L engine/5-speed manual trans)  
City 17/hwy 22 (3.0L engine/4-speed auto trans)
City 17/hwy 22 (3.0L engine/5-speed manual trans)
City 17/hwy 23 (3.0L engine/5-speed manual trans)
City 20/hwy 25 (2.5L engine/4-speed auto trans)
City 22/hwy 27 (2.5L engine/5-speed manual trans)
EXTERIOR Features
XL XLT SPLASH
Black door handles    
Black front/rear mud flaps  
Black spoiler
Chrome front bumper    
Chrome grille    
Chrome rear step bumper w/safety chain holes    
Color-keyed door handles  
Color-keyed front bumper    
Color-keyed grille    
Color-keyed rear step bumper w/safety chain holes    
Dual black mirrors  
Dual color-keyed sail-mounted pwr mirrors    
Painted front bumper    
Painted grille    
Painted rear step bumper w/safety chain holes    
Platinum front/rear mud flaps
Quick-release tailgate w/black handle    
Quick-release tailgate w/color-keyed handle  
Solar tinted glass
Speed-sensitive intermittent windshield wipers
Tri-color tail lights
Wheel-lip moldings  
INTERIOR Features
XL XLT SPLASH
12 volt pwr point
60/40 cloth split bench seat
60/40 vinyl split bench seat    
Black scuff plates
Black steering wheel
Black vinyl floor covering w/insulation    
Cigarette lighter
Color-keyed cargo area cover  
Color-keyed carpet  
Color-keyed cloth sun visors w/RH mirror, LH strap  
Color-keyed door trim panels w/padded armrest, black door handles, color-keyed cloth inserts w/map pocket & lower carpet  
Color-keyed full-width instrument panel pad-inc: side window demisters, air registers, color-keyed applique
Color-keyed glove box/ash tray
Color-keyed headliner    
Color-keyed headliner w/sound insulation & passenger assist handle  
Color-keyed interior A/B-pillar moldings
Color-keyed plastic door trim panels w/padded armrest & black door handles    
Color-keyed rear-of-cab coat hook
Color-keyed vinyl sun visors w/pockets    
Day/night interior rearview mirror
Dual door-operated front dome light
Electronic AM/FM stereo radio w/digital clock, (2) speakers    
Electronic AM/FM stereo radio w/digital clock, (2) speakers {Upgraded by base PEP}  
Floor consolette w/dual cupholders  
Floor consolette w/single cupholder    
Inside hood release
Light group-inc: cargo box/map lights  
Rear jump seats
Soft-release parking brake
Tachometer
Warning chimes-inc: headlights-on, key-in-ignition, seat belt
MECHANICAL Features
XL XLT SPLASH
(1) rear tow hook
(2) front tow hooks
(4) 15" deep-dish cast aluminum wheels    
(4) Cargo box tie-down hooks    
(5) 14" x 5.5" 5-spoke full-face steel wheels {Upgraded by base PEP}    
(5) 14" x 5.5" argent wheels w/bright hub caps    
(5) 15" argent wheels w/bright hub caps    
(5) 15" full-face chrome wheels    
(5) 15" full-face steel wheels {Upgraded by base PEP}    
16.5 gallon fuel tank
19.5 gallon fuel tank
2.5L EFI 4-cyl engine
3.0L (182) SEFI V6 engine
3.45 axle ratio  
3.73 axle ratio
4-pin trailer tow wiring  
4-wheel anti-lock brake system  
4320# GVWR/1260# maximum payload  
4360# GVWR/1260# maximum payload  
4400# GVWR/1240# maximum payload    
4540# GVWR/1260# maximum payload  
4560# GVWR/1200# maximum payload    
4760# GVWR/1260# maximum payload  
4800# GVWR/1240# maximum payload    
4820# GVWR/1260# maximum payload  
4940# GVWR/1260# maximum payload  
4960# GVWR/1240# maximum payload    
5-speed manual transmission w/OD
58 amp-hour (540 CCA) maintenance-free battery
6' flareside pickup box    
6' pickup box  
7' pickup box  
95 amp alternator
Automatic locking front hubs (electric shift)
Four wheel drive
Front stabilizer bar
Front/rear stabilizer bar
Fuel tank/transfer case skid plate
Full size spare tire
Gas shock absorbers
HD gas shock absorbers
Jack & tools
Jack & tools integrated w/storage tray
P205/75R14SL all-season SBR BSW tires    
P205/75R14SL all-season SBR BSW tires {Upgraded by base PEP}    
P215/75R15SL all-terrain SBR OWL tires    
P215/75R15SL all-terrain SBR OWL tires {Upgraded by base PEP}    
P235/60R15SL all-season SBR BSW tires    
P235/75R15SL all-terrain SBR OWL tires    
Plastic-head single-key ignition/door lock system
Pwr brakes
Pwr rack & pinion steering
Rear wheel drive
Rear-wheel anti-lock brake system
Select Drive 2-speed transfer case
Short/long arm front suspension
NOTE Features
XL XLT SPLASH
**ALL STANDARDS ARE 1998 UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED**
SAFETY Features
XL XLT SPLASH
Adjustable height front shoulder safety belts w/top release
Driver/passenger air bag w/manual passenger-side deactivation
Dual-note horn  
Single-note horn    

1998 Ford Ranger Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
XL XLT SPLASH
(4) DEEP-DISH CAST ALUMINUM WHEELS    
(4) DEEP-DISH POLISHED ALUMINUM WHEELS (REQ: T80 Tires)    
(4) FULL FACE CHROME WHEELS (REQ: T7K Tires)    
(4) FULL-FACE STEEL WHEELS    
4-DOOR SUPERCAB -inc:dual rear doors hinged at C-pillars, dual rear jump seats, dual storage bins (N/A w/43H Quarter Windows) *Deletes std rear cargo cover*  
4-WHEEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM  
4X4 OFF-ROAD PKG -inc: painted bumpers/grille, fog lamps, 4x4 off-road decal, P235/70R16 tires, 16" 5-spoke polished aluminum wheels, Bulge Body shocks *GROSS*    
4X4 OFF-ROAD PKG DISCOUNT *DISCOUNT*    
5-SPOKE FULL FACE STEEL WHEELS    
ACCENT TAPE STRIPE (N/A w/954 2-Tone Paint)    
BODY-SIDE PROTECTION MOLDINGS    
COLOR-KEYED BODY-SIDE PROTECTION MOLDINGS    
DEEP-DISH CAST ALUMINUM WHEELS NOT DESIRED (REQ: 864A Preferred Equipment Pkg,T7R Tires) *CREDIT*    
DEEP-DISH POLISHED ALUMINUM WHEELS NOT DESIRED (REQ: 864A Preferred Equipment Pkg) *CREDIT*    
DELETE ACCENT TAPE STRIPE (REQ:864A Preferred Equipment Pkg)    
ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO -inc: digital clock, (2) speakers    
ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO -inc: digital clock, (2) speakers (REQ: 864A Preferred Equipment Pkg) *CREDIT*    
ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/CASSETTE -inc: digital clock, (4) speakers    
ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/CASSETTE -inc: digital clock, (4) speakers (REQ: 864A Preferred Equipment Pkg)    
ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO W/CASSETTE/COMPACT DISC -inc: 80 watt rating, digital clock, (4) speakers (REQ: 867A Preferred Equipment Pkg) (N/A w/472 Appearance Pkg)    
ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO W/CASSETTE/COMPACT DISC -inc: 80 watt rating, digital clock, (4) speakers (REQ:903 Pwr Equipment Group,52N Speed Control/Tilt Wheel)    
ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO W/CASSETTE/COMPACT DISC -inc: 80 watt rating, digital clock,(4) speakers (REQ: 867A Preferred Equipment Pkg) (N/A w/47F Flareside Pkg, 472 Appearance Pkg)    
ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO W/COMPACT DISC -inc: digital clock, (4) speakers
FLARESIDE BOX (N/A w/954 Two-Tone Paint)    
FLARESIDE BOX (N/A w/T7S Tires, 954 Two-Tone Paint) *deletes std wheel-lip moldings*    
FLARESIDE BOX (REQ: T7R Tires) *deletes std wheel-lip moldings*    
FLARESIDE BOX (REQ: T80 Tires)    
FLARESIDE PLUS PKG -inc: flareside box, single CD player, chrome wheels, P225/70R15 tires, tachometer (N/A w/954 Two-Tone Paint) *GROSS*    
FLARESIDE PLUS PKG -inc: flareside box, single CD player, fog lamps (N/A w/954 Two-Tone Paint) *GROSS*    
FLARESIDE PLUS PKG DISCOUNT *DISCOUNT*    
FOG LAMPS    
FOG LAMPS (N/A w/99C Engine)    
LEATHER-WRAPPED STEERING WHEEL (REQ: 867A Preferred Equipment Pkg)    
LICENSE PLATE BRACKET
LUXURY GROUP -inc: air cond, speed control/ tilt steering wheel, remote keyless entry w/ anti-theft,pwr equipment group, elect AM/FM stereo w/compact disc (REQ: 867A Preferred Equipment Pkg)    
LUXURY GROUP -inc: air cond, speed control/ tilt steering wheel,tachometer,remote keyless entry w/anti-theft, pwr equipment group,elect AM/FM stereo w/compact disc (REQ: 867A Preferred Equipment Pkg)    
PIVOTING QUARTER WINDOWS W/PRIVACY GLASS (N/A w/534 4-Door Supercab)  
PWR EQUIPMENT GROUP -inc: pwr locks/windows w/one-touch-down driver's window    
PWR EQUIPMENT GROUP -inc: pwr mirrors/locks/ windows w/one-touch-down driver's window    
PWR MIRRORS    
PWR SECURITY GROUP -inc: pwr locks/windows, remote keyless entry *GROSS*    
PWR SECURITY GROUP -inc: pwr locks/windows/ mirrors, remote keyless entry (REQ: 864A Preferred Equipment Pkg) *GROSS*    
PWR SECURITY GROUP -inc: pwr locks/windows/ mirrors, remote keyless entry (REQ: 864A Preferred Equipment Pkg, 152 Tachometer) *GROSS*    
PWR SECURITY GROUP DISCOUNT *DISCOUNT*  
REAR JUMP SEAT DELETE (REQ: 534 4-Door Supercab) *Deletes both rear jump seats* *CREDIT*  
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY W/ANTI-THEFT -inc: (2) remote transmitters (REQ: 903 Pwr Equipment Group)  
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY W/ANTI-THEFT -inc: (2) remote transmitters (REQ: 903 Pwr Equipment Group, 152 Tachometer)    
SPEED CONTROL/TILT STEERING WHEEL  
SPLASH GROUP -inc: sliding rear window, body-side molding, elect AM/FM stereo w/compact disc    
TACHOMETER    
TINTED SLIDING REAR WINDOW  
TINTED SLIDING REAR WINDOW NOT DESIRED (REQ: 864A Preferred Equipment Pkg)    
XLT APPEARANCE PKG -inc: two-tone paint, single CD player, chrome wheels, P225/70R15 tires *GROSS*    
XLT APPEARANCE PKG -inc: two-tone paint, single CD player, fog lamps *GROSS*    
XLT APPEARANCE PKG DISCOUNT *DISCOUNT*    
XLT GROUP -inc: aluminum wheels, sliding rear window, tape stripe    
AIR CONDITIONING Options
XL XLT SPLASH
AIR CONDITIONING
AIR CONDITIONING NOT DESIRED (STD)  
AIR CONDITIONING NOT DESIRED (STD) (REQ: 864A Preferred Equipment Pkg)    
AXLE Options
XL XLT SPLASH
3.45 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 99C Engine, 44M Trans, 201 Payload Pkg) (N/A w/428 Emissions)  
3.45 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 99C Engine, 44M Trans, 203 Payload Pkg) (N/A w/428 Emissions)  
3.55 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 99X Engine)  
3.55 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99X Engine & 20B Payload Pkg)    
3.55 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99X Engine)    
3.55 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99X Engine, 202 Payload Pkg)    
3.55 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99X Engine, 205 Payload Pkg)    
3.73 AXLE RATIO    
3.73 AXLE RATIO (N/A w/99X Engine)  
3.73 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 99U Engine, 44M Trans)  
3.73 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 99X Engine)  
3.73 AXLE RATIO (REQ:99U Engine) (w/44T Trans REQ: T7F Tires)    
3.73 AXLE RATIO (w/44T Trans REQ: T7F Tires)    
3.73 AXLE RATIO (w/99C Engine REQ: 44M Trans) (w/99C Engine & w/o 428 Emissions REQ: 202 Payload Pkg)    
3.73 AXLE RATIO (w/99C Engine REQ: 44M Trans) (w/99C Engine & w/o 428 Emissions REQ: 202 Payload Pkg) (N/A w/99X Engine)    
3.73 AXLE RATIO (w/99C Engine REQ: 44M Trans) (w/99C Engine & w/o 428 Emissions REQ: 205 Payload Pkg)    
3.73 AXLE RATIO (w/99C Engine REQ: 44M Trans) (w/99C Engine & w/o 428 Emissions REQ: 205 Payload Pkg) (N/A w/99X Engine)    
3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99U Engine & 20B Payload Pkg)  
3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99U Engine & 44M Trans)  
3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99U Engine)    
3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99U Engine, 202 Payload Pkg)  
3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99U Engine, 205 Payload Pkg)  
3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99U Engine, 44M Trans)    
3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99U Engine, 44M Trans, 20G Payload Pkg)  
3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99U Engine, 44M Trans, 20W Payload Pkg)  
3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99X Engine)  
3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99X Engine, 20G Payload Pkg)    
3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99X Engine, 20W Payload Pkg)    
3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc:aux trans oil cooler (REQ: 99U Engine,44M Trans)    
4.10 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 44T Trans, T7R Tires)    
4.10 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 99C Engine, 44T Trans) (N/A w/428 Emissions)
4.10 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 99U Engine, 44T Trans)  
4.10 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 99U Engine, 44T Trans, T7R Tires)    
EMISSIONS Options
XL XLT SPLASH
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EMISSIONS
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EMISSIONS NOT REQUIRED *for units shipped/ sold to California/Massachusetts/New York/ Connecticut dealers for registration out of state* (REQ: Standard or 428 Emissions)
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT PUBLIC SERVICE/EMERGENCY VEHICLE EXEMPTION *only available on units sold to authorized governmental units & privately-owned ambulance companies* (REQ: 423 Emissions)
HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS
NON-CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/ CONNECTICUT DEALER ORDER FOR CALIFORNIA/ MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT REGISTRATION *req on all units ordered by dealers for California/Massachusetts/New York/Connecticut registration when vehicle is being delivered to non-California/ Massachusetts/New York/Connecticut location* (REQ: 422 Emissions)
NON-HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS *for units shipped/sold to dealers in high altitude areas for registration in standard emissions areas* (REQ: Standard Emissions)
STANDARD EMISSIONS
ENGINE Options
XL XLT SPLASH
2.5L EFI 4-CYL ENGINE (STD)
2.5L EFI 4-CYL ENGINE (STD) (REQ: 44M Trans, 20A Payload Pkg)  
2.5L ENGINE BONUS DISCOUNT *DISCOUNT*
3.0L (182) SEFI V6 ENGINE    
3.0L (182) SEFI V6 ENGINE (REQ: 587 or 589 Radio)    
3.0L (182) SEFI V6 ENGINE (STD)
3.0L (182) SEFI V6 ENGINE (w/422 Emissions REQ: 44T Trans)  
3.0L (182) SEFI V6 ENGINE -inc: full size spare tire & wheel (REQ: 587 or 589 Radio)    
3.0L (182) SEFI V6 ENGINE -inc: full size spare tire & wheel (REQ: 587 or 589 Radio) (w/422 Emissions REQ: 44T Trans)    
4.0L (245) SEFI V6 ENGINE  
LIMITED PRODUCTION OPTIONS Options
XL XLT SPLASH
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER/BATTERY WARMING BLANKET *recommended when minimum temp is -10F or below* (LPO)
PRICED DORA
MODEL OPTION Options
XL XLT SPLASH
4x4 VALUE DISCOUNT
REGIONAL 4X4 BONUS DISOUNT W/3.0L ENGINE (REQ: BOST, NEWY, PHIL, CHIC, PITT, CINC, DETR, WASH, TWIN Region, 99U Engine)    
REGIONAL PROCESSING CODE (REQ: LOSA, SANF, SEAT Region)
PAINT Options
XL XLT SPLASH
DELUXE 2-TONE PAINT    
DELUXE 2-TONE PAINT (N/A w/173 Flareside Box)    
SOLID PAINT (STD)
PAYLOAD PKG Options
XL XLT SPLASH
PAYLOAD PKG #1 -inc: 4320# GVWR, 1260# maximum payload (STD)  
PAYLOAD PKG #1 -inc: 4360# GVWR, 1260# maximum payload (STD)  
PAYLOAD PKG #1 -inc: 4400# GVWR, 1240# maximum payload (STD)    
PAYLOAD PKG #1 -inc: 4540# GVWR, 1260# maximum payload (STD) *Computer generated payload may require additional equipment at extra cost*  
PAYLOAD PKG #1 -inc: 4560# GVWR, 1200# maximum payload (STD) *Computer generated payload may require additional equipment at extra cost*    
PAYLOAD PKG #1 -inc: 4760# GVWR, 1260# maximum payload (STD)  
PAYLOAD PKG #1 -inc: 4800# GVWR, 1240# maximum payload (STD)    
PAYLOAD PKG #1 -inc: 4820# GVWR, 1260# maximum payload (STD)  
PAYLOAD PKG #1 -inc: 4940# GVWR, 1260# maximum payload (STD) *Computer generated payload may require additional equipment at extra cost*  
PAYLOAD PKG #1 -inc: 4960# GVWR, 1240# maximum payload (STD) *Computer generated payload may require additional equipment at extra cost*    
PAYLOAD PKG #2 -inc: 4740# GVWR, 1660# maximum payload  
PAYLOAD PKG #2 -inc: 4780# GVWR, 1660# maximum payload  
PAYLOAD PKG #2 -inc: 4900# GVWR, 1620# maximum payload  
PAYLOAD PKG #2 -inc: 4980# GVWR, 1500# maximum payload  
PAYLOAD PKG #2 -inc: 5020# GVWR, 1500# maximum payload  
PAYLOAD PKG #2 -inc: 5060# GVWR, 1500# maximum payload    
PAYLOAD PKG #2 -inc: 5120# GVWR, 1500# maximum payload  
PAYLOAD PKG #2 -inc: 5140# GVWR, 1440# maximum payload    
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG Options
XL XLT SPLASH
864A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT*    
866A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT*    
867A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT*    
SPLASH PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: splash group *GROSS*    
XL PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: base vehicle    
XLT LUXURY PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: XLT group, P225/70R14 tires, luxury group *GROSS*    
XLT LUXURY PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: XLT group, P235/75R15 tires, luxury group *GROSS*    
XLT PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: elect AM/FM stereo w/cassette, XLT group,P225/70R14 tires *GROSS*    
XLT PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: elect AM/FM stereo w/cassette, XLT group,P235/75R15 tires *GROSS*    
REGION Options
XL XLT SPLASH
BOSTON, NEW YORK, PHILADELPHIA, CHICAGO, PITTSBURGH, CINCINNATI, DETROIT, WASHINGTON, TWIN CITIES REGION    
LOS ANGELES, SAN FRANCISCO, SEATTLE REGION
NATIONAL REGION
SEAT TYPE Options
XL XLT SPLASH
60/40 CLOTH SPLIT BENCH SEAT -inc: floor consolette    
60/40 CLOTH SPLIT BENCH SEAT -inc: floor consolette (STD)
60/40 VINYL SPLIT BENCH SEAT (STD)    
CLOTH SPORT BUCKET SEATS W/MANUAL LUMBAR, FLOOR CONSOLE    
CLOTH SPORT BUCKET SEATS W/MANUAL LUMBAR, FLOOR CONSOLE (REQ: 867A Preferred Equipment Pkg)    
TIRES Options
XL XLT SPLASH
P205/75R14SL ALL-SEASON SBR BSW TIRES (STD)    
P215/75R15SL ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES (STD)    
P225/70R14SL ALL-SEASON SBR OWL TIRES -inc: P205 temporary spare    
P225/70R14SL ALL-SEASON SBR OWL TIRES -inc: P205 temporary spare (N/A w/646 Wheels)    
P225/70R14SL ALL-SEASON SBR OWL TIRES -inc: P205 temporary spare (REQ: 642 Wheels)    
P225/70R15SL ALL-SEASON SBR OWL TIRES (REQ: 646 Wheels)    
P225/70R15SL ALL-SEASON SBR OWL TIRES (REQ: 646 Wheels) (w/99C Engine REQ: X86 or X87 Axle)    
P235/60R15SL ALL-SEASON SBR BSW TIRES -inc: splash sport suspension w/unique front & rear shocks/springs/stabilizer bars (STD)    
P235/70R16SL ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES (REQ: 91R Off-Road Pkg)    
P235/75R15SL ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES    
P235/75R15SL ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES (REQ: 64G Wheels)    
P235/75R15SL ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES (STD)    
P265/75R15SL ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES -inc: P235 temporary spare (REQ: 99X Engine, 64J Wheels)    
TRANSMISSION Options
XL XLT SPLASH
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (N/A w/99X Engine)  
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (REQ: 99U Engine)  
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD *Deletes std floor consolette*    
5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (REQ: 99X Engine)  
5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD)

1998 Ford Ranger Technical Specifications

Brakes
XL XLT SPLASH
Brake ABS System Four Wheel Four Wheel Four Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 10.28 x 1.33 10.28 x 1.33 10.28 x 1.33
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)
Cargo Area Dimensions
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Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Engine
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Displacement 2.5L/153 2.5L/153 2.5L/153
Engine Type Gas I4 Gas I4 Gas I4
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 119 @ 5000 119 @ 5000 119 @ 5000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 146 @ 3000 146 @ 3000 146 @ 3000
Exterior Dimensions
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Height, Overall (in) 64.9 64.9 64.9
Wheelbase (in) 111.6 111.6 111.6
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 69.4 69.4 69.4
Fuel Tank
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Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 16.5 16.5 16.5
Steering
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Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 37.7 37.7 38.9
Tires
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Front Tire Size P205/75R14SL P225/70R14SL P235/60R15SL
Rear Tire Size P205/75R14SL P225/70R14SL P235/60R15SL
Transmission
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Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD, Automatic w/OD, Automatic w/OD,
Trans Type 4 4 4
Vehicle
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Front Head Room (in) 39.2 39.2 39.2
Front Leg Room (in) 42.4 42.4 42.4
Front Shoulder Room (in) 53.8 53.8 53.8
Passenger Capacity 2 2 2
Second Head Room (in) 35.6 35.6 35.6
Second Leg Room (in) 40.3 40.3 40.3
Second Shoulder Room (in) 15.3 15.3 15.3

1998 Ford Ranger Safety Features

Safety Features
Driver/passenger air bag w/manual passenger-side deactivation
Rear-wheel anti-lock brake system
Adjustable height front shoulder safety belts w/top release
Single-note horn
Dual-note horn
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Rear Passenger: No Data

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.