Meet the 2026 Ford Ranger Midsize Pickup

2026 Ford Ranger Specs and Features

The 2026 Ford Ranger gives Alexandria drivers a midsize pickup with three available EcoBoost® engines, four trim levels, useful bed dimensions, available four-wheel drive, serious towing capability, and a high-performance Raptor model built for demanding terrain. At Hixson Autoplex of Alexandria Ford in Alexandria, LA, shoppers can compare the XL, XLT, Lariat, and Raptor based on comfort, capability, appearance, trail use, and towing needs.

Compared with midsize competitors such as the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier, and Jeep Gladiator, the Ranger stands out with its broad engine lineup, available Pro Power Onboard™, advanced trailering technology, and specialized Raptor hardware. Within the Ford lineup, it sits between the compact Maverick and full-size F-150, giving drivers more capability than a compact pickup without the larger footprint of a full-size truck. Browse the available Ranger inventory, value your trade, explore financing options, and schedule a test drive at Hixson Autoplex of Alexandria Ford.

Comfortable SuperCrew Interior

Every 2026 Ford Ranger uses a four-door SuperCrew® cab designed to balance passenger comfort, everyday storage, and trim-specific refinement. The cabin seats five and progresses from the durable, work-focused XL to the premium Lariat and performance-oriented Raptor.

Passenger Space

The SuperCrew layout provides generous room for front occupants while maintaining practical second-row accommodations.

Interior measurements include:

• 41 inches of front headroom
• 43.2 inches of front legroom
• 38.3 inches of rear headroom
• 34.6 inches of rear legroom
• 57.1 inches of front shoulder room

Additional dimensions include 56.7 inches of rear shoulder room, 55.9 inches of front hip room, and 54.1 inches of rear hip room.

Rear-Seat Flexibility and Storage

Every trim includes a fold-flat rear bench that allows owners to rearrange the cabin for passengers, equipment, or everyday cargo.

Rear-cabin features include:

• Seating for three rear passengers
• Fold-flat rear bench
• Integrated center armrest
• Under-seat storage
• Four-door rear-seat access

Available in-vehicle safes can be installed beneath the rear seat or inside the center console to provide protected storage for smaller items.

XL Seating and Materials

The Ranger XL uses durable materials that suit work, recreation, and daily driving. Its cloth front bucket seats provide straightforward manual adjustment, while the vinyl floor covering is designed for easy cleaning.

XL seating features include:

• Eight-way manual driver’s seat
• Six-way manual front-passenger seat
• Cloth upholstery
• Black vinyl flooring
• Manual tilt-and-telescoping steering column

The XL also includes a locking glove box, overhead console, passenger-side A-pillar grab handle, dome light, and a flow-through center console with a floor shifter. Available cabin upgrades include carpet flooring, carpeted floor mats, tray-style floor liners, black platinum door-sill plates, and a windshield sunscreen.

XLT Comfort Upgrades

The XLT builds on the XL with a more finished cabin and additional available seating comfort. Cloth upholstery remains standard, but buyers can add power adjustments and heating for the front row.

Available XLT comfort features include:

• 10-way power driver’s seat
• Eight-way power front-passenger seat
• Power lumbar adjustment
• Heated front seats
• Dual-zone automatic climate control

Standard XLT appointments include carpeted flooring, carpeted floor mats, a vinyl-wrapped steering wheel, vanity mirrors, and a fold-flat cloth rear bench.

Lariat Premium Seating

The Lariat adds a more upscale interior centered around ActiveX®-trimmed seating and greater front-seat adjustability.

Lariat seating features include:

• 10-way power driver’s seat
• Eight-way power front-passenger seat
• Driver-seat memory
• Power lumbar support
• Heated front seats

The second row uses fold-flat ActiveX-trimmed outboard seating with a center armrest and storage beneath the bench.

Lariat Comfort Features

Cabin upgrades make the Lariat better suited to longer drives and drivers who prefer a more refined midsize pickup.

Standard comfort equipment includes:

• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Heated leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Ambient interior lighting
• Illuminated covered vanity mirrors
• Carpeted floor mats

An available power moonroof opens the cabin to additional sunlight and fresh air, while the accompanying power-sliding rear window improves ventilation.

Raptor Seating and Trim

The Ranger Raptor combines supportive seating with materials selected for high-performance driving and off-road use.

Raptor interior features include:

• Leather-trimmed front bucket seats
• Power-adjustable front seats
• Driver-seat memory
• Heated front seats
• All-weather floor mats

Its rear bench uses leather-trimmed outboard seating with a fold-flat design, center armrest, and under-seat storage.

Raptor Cabin Comfort

The Raptor adds comfort equipment that helps the cabin remain inviting during long highway trips, trail runs, and changing weather conditions.

Additional appointments include dual-zone automatic climate control, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, ambient lighting, illuminated covered vanity mirrors, and a premium rear seating area designed to preserve passenger comfort without sacrificing storage flexibility.

Rugged Exterior Design

The 2026 Ford Ranger combines a bold truck design with practical utility. Every trim features the SuperCrew cab and Styleside cargo box, giving the Ranger a confident stance while maintaining the maneuverability expected from a midsize pickup. Trim-specific styling elements allow each model to develop its own personality, from the work-ready XL to the off-road-focused Raptor.

Exterior Dimensions

The Ranger's midsize footprint makes it easy to navigate city streets while providing the cargo space expected from a pickup.

General exterior measurements include:

• 210.6-inch overall length
• 128.7-inch wheelbase
• 75.5-inch body width
• 74.4-inch overall height
• 43.5 cubic feet of cargo-box volume

Additional measurements include an 86.7-inch width with the mirrors extended, a 79-inch folded-mirror width, 63.8-inch front and rear track widths, a 34.1-inch front overhang, and a 47.8-inch rear overhang.

XL Exterior Equipment

The XL emphasizes durability with functional exterior styling designed for everyday work and recreation.

Standard exterior equipment includes:

• LED reflector headlights
• Configurable daytime running lamps
• Halogen fog lamps
• Six cargo-box tie-down hooks
• Full-size spare tire

Additional standard equipment includes a body-color front fascia, black rear bumper, black grille, black mirror caps, black wheel-lip moldings, a power-locking tailgate, Easy Fuel® capless fueling, a cargo lamp, and a fixed rear window with privacy glass. Four-wheel-drive models also receive two front tow hooks.

XLT and Lariat Exterior Upgrades

Moving into the XLT and Lariat adds more refined styling along with additional convenience features.

Available exterior upgrades include:

• LED fog lamps
• Integrated box side steps
• LED bed lighting
• Running boards
• Power moonroof

The XLT receives gray-painted exterior accents, while the Lariat adds chrome or body-color treatments depending on the selected appearance package. Lariat models also include power-folding heated mirrors with security approach lamps, Zone Lighting, and a power-sliding rear window.

Ranger Raptor Styling

The Ranger Raptor receives exclusive bodywork and protective equipment developed for aggressive off-road driving.

Raptor exterior features include:

• Heavy-duty skid plates
• Four recovery tow hooks
• Ventilated hood
• Dual exhaust outlets
• Power-folding heated mirrors

Additional Raptor styling elements include a unique grille with oversized Ford lettering, steel gray-painted bumpers, LED projector headlamps, LED fog lamps, flared fenders, wider pickup-box panels, oversized wheel-arch flares, side steps, Zone Lighting, and a power-sliding rear window.

Exterior Color Options

The Ranger offers several colors ranging from classic neutrals to brighter finishes.

Available colors include:

• Oxford White
• Marsh Gray
• Shadow Black
• Ruby Red Metallic
• Carbonized Gray Metallic

Velocity Blue and Desert Sand provide additional choices, while Shelter Green is exclusive to the Ranger Raptor.

Appearance Packages

Ford offers several appearance packages that allow buyers to personalize the Ranger's exterior.

Available appearance packages include:

• STX® Appearance Package
• Sport Appearance Package
• Black Appearance Package
• Chrome Accent Package
• Black grille treatments

Depending on trim level and package selection, buyers can add unique bumpers, grille finishes, wheel designs, lower valances, painted wheel-lip moldings, and other trim-specific exterior accents.

Cargo Box and Bed Utility

The Ranger's Styleside cargo box is designed to handle work equipment, outdoor gear, and everyday hauling. A wide cargo floor and numerous available accessories allow owners to tailor the bed to their specific needs.

Cargo Box Dimensions

Bed measurements include:

• 59.6-inch floor length
• 62.4-inch inside width
• 48.2-inch width between wheelhouses
• 20.8-inch box depth
• 43.5 cubic feet of cargo volume

These dimensions make it easy to carry building materials, camping equipment, recreational gear, and other oversized cargo.

Standard Bed Features

Every Ranger includes practical equipment that improves day-to-day usability.

Standard bed features include:

• Power-locking tailgate
• Six cargo tie-down hooks
• Remote tailgate lock
• Styleside steel cargo box
• Cargo management capability

The XL also includes remote keyless entry with remote tailgate operation for added convenience.

Available Cargo Accessories

Ford offers numerous accessories that make the Ranger even more versatile.

Available accessories include:

• Tough Bed® spray-in bedliner
• Pickup-box extender
• Cargo management rails
• Pivot storage boxes
• Modular drop-in bedliner

Additional accessories include hard- and soft-folding tonneau covers, roll-up tonneau covers, splash guards, mud flaps, spare-tire locks, side-window deflectors, an illuminated Ford oval, and a portable jump starter.

Pro Power Onboard

Available Pro Power Onboard™ transforms the Ranger into a convenient mobile power source for jobsites, campsites, and tailgates.

Pro Power Onboard highlights include:

• Up to 400 watts of exportable power
• Available on XL
• Available on XLT
• Available on Lariat
• Standard on Raptor

The available Convenience Package for the XLT and Lariat combines Pro Power Onboard with a wireless charging pad and LED bed lighting for even greater everyday convenience.

Wheels and Tires

The XL includes 17-inch black-painted steel wheels through the STX Package and offers 17-inch silver-painted aluminum wheels. It rides on 255/70R17 all-terrain tires.

The XLT includes 17-inch gray-painted aluminum wheels and offers 18-inch black-painted wheels through the Black Appearance Package. White-letter all-terrain tires are also available.

The Lariat uses 18-inch machined-aluminum wheels with dark pockets. Chrome-like PVD wheels and black-painted wheels are available through the related appearance packages.

The Raptor includes 17-inch gray-painted aluminum wheels with LT285/70R17 all-terrain tires. Beadlock-capable wheels are optional.

Three EcoBoost Engine Choices

The 2026 Ranger offers three turbocharged gas engines. Every engine is paired with a 10-speed SelectShift® automatic transmission and Auto Start-Stop Technology.

Standard 2.3-Liter EcoBoost Engine

The 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder is standard on the XL, XLT, and Lariat.

Powertrain specifications include:

• 270 horsepower
• 310 lb-ft of torque
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• Standard rear-wheel drive
• Available four-wheel drive

These models use an 18-gallon fuel tank. An engine block heater is available for drivers who regularly travel in colder conditions.

Available 2.7-Liter EcoBoost V6

The 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 is available on the XLT and Lariat when equipped with four-wheel drive.

It produces 315 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque, giving drivers stronger acceleration and additional low-end pulling power without requiring the specialized Raptor configuration.

Ranger Raptor Performance

The Ranger Raptor uses a 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6 producing 405 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. It includes four-wheel drive, a 20-gallon fuel tank, and specialized hardware developed for high-speed off-road travel.

Raptor performance features include:

• Electronic-locking front axle
• Electronic-locking rear differential
• MyMode
• Trail Control™
• Seven selectable drive modes

The available modes include Baja, which adjusts vehicle settings for higher-speed travel over loose terrain.

Chassis and Handling

The XL, XLT, and Lariat use a fully boxed high-strength steel frame, independent front suspension, coil springs in front, leaf springs in the rear, gas-pressurized shock absorbers, and electric power-assisted steering.

Standard Drivetrain Equipment

Rear-wheel drive is standard on the XL, XLT, and Lariat. Four-wheel drive adds Electronic Shift-On-the-Fly operation, allowing the driver to change drive settings as conditions demand.

Additional standard capability equipment includes trailer sway control, four-pin trailer wiring, rear-bumper ball-mounting provisions, anti-lock brakes, and a front independent suspension.

Available Off-Road Hardware

The FX4® Off-Road Package is available on the XL, XLT, and Lariat. Depending on configuration, off-road additions include a skid plate, electronic-locking rear differential, specialized drive settings, all-terrain tires, and trail-focused controls.

Available capability features include:

• Electronic-locking rear differential
• Trail Control
• Engine block heater
• Integrated trailer brake controller
• Four-wheel drive

Raptor Suspension

The Ranger Raptor replaces the conventional rear leaf springs with a Watts-link rear suspension and coil springs. Its forged aluminum double A-arm front suspension and trailing-arm rear layout are paired with 2.5-inch FOX™ Live Valve shocks.

The suspension continuously adjusts damping to manage rough terrain, higher-speed impacts, and changing surface conditions. Raptor also includes a fully boxed frame, electronic power steering, four-wheel anti-lock brakes, and all-terrain tires.

Towing and Payload Capability

Properly configured XL, XLT, and Lariat models can tow up to 7,500 pounds with the available Trailer Tow Package. The Raptor can tow up to 5,510 pounds and includes the Trailer Tow Package as standard equipment.

Payload Ratings

Maximum payload varies by engine and drivetrain.

Selected ratings include:

• Up to 1,767 pounds with the 2.3-liter engine and rear-wheel drive
• Up to 1,763 pounds with the 2.3-liter engine and four-wheel drive
• Up to 1,513 pounds with the 2.7-liter engine and four-wheel drive
• Up to 1,373 pounds for the Raptor

Payload and towing capacity depend on vehicle configuration, passengers, cargo, and installed equipment.

Trailer Tow Package

The available Trailer Tow Package is required to reach the maximum 7,500-pound rating on the XL, XLT, and Lariat. It adds the receiver and trailering equipment needed for conventional towing.

Advanced Towing Technology

The 2026 Ford Ranger offers several technologies that make towing more convenient, whether you're backing up a utility trailer or hauling recreational equipment. Depending on the trim level, available packages add additional visibility, trailer control, and maneuvering assistance.

Available Towing Features

Available trailering technologies include:

• Pro Trailer Backup Assist™
• Integrated trailer brake controller
• Trailer sway control
• Trailer Coverage for BLIS®
• 360-degree camera

The Advanced Towing Package is available on the XLT and Lariat, while the Ranger Raptor includes these trailering technologies as standard equipment.

Trailer Assistance

Ford's available towing systems are designed to simplify common trailering tasks and improve driver confidence.

Trailer assistance systems help with:

• Backing a connected trailer
• Monitoring blind spots alongside a trailer
• Improving low-speed maneuverability
• Increasing visibility around the truck
• Maintaining trailer stability

These technologies are especially useful when towing boats, campers, cargo trailers, or utility equipment.

Connected Technology

Every 2026 Ranger includes modern connectivity and infotainment features designed to keep drivers informed and connected. Larger displays, upgraded audio systems, and additional convenience technologies become available as you move up through the lineup.

Standard Technology

Every Ranger includes:

• SYNC® 4A
• AppLink®
• 911 Assist®
• Ford App compatibility
• USB-A and USB-C ports

Technology features vary by trim level, allowing buyers to choose the level of connectivity and convenience that best matches their needs.

XL Technology

The XL provides an easy-to-use infotainment system with digital driver information and essential connectivity features.

Standard XL technology includes:

• 8-inch digital instrument cluster
• 10-inch center touchscreen
• Six-speaker audio system
• 12-volt power outlet
• Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls

These features provide quick access to entertainment, vehicle information, and commonly used controls without unnecessary complexity.

XLT Technology

The XLT expands the Ranger's technology offerings with additional convenience and multimedia upgrades.

Available XLT technology includes:

• 12-inch center touchscreen
• SiriusXM® with 360L
• Connected Navigation
• Wireless charging pad
• Remote start

Additional available equipment includes a 400-watt Pro Power Onboard™ system, front parking sensors, and a 360-degree camera for improved visibility around the truck.

Lariat Technology

The Lariat introduces larger displays and premium entertainment features for drivers who want a more upscale experience.

Standard Lariat technology includes:

• 12-inch digital instrument cluster
• 12-inch center touchscreen
• B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen®
• Connected Navigation
• Intelligent Access with push-button start

Additional standard equipment includes Zone Lighting, rain-sensing windshield wipers, key-fob remote start, HD Radio™, a 10-speaker audio system, and a subwoofer.

Raptor Technology

The Ranger Raptor combines the Lariat's premium technology with additional off-road-focused features.

Standard Raptor technology includes:

• Pro Power Onboard™
• Wireless charging pad
• Connected Navigation
• Zone Lighting
• Off-road information displays

The Technology Package comes standard on the Lariat and is available on the XLT, bundling larger displays with additional connectivity and driver-assistance technologies.

Safety and Driver Assistance

The Ranger combines standard occupant-protection features with available Ford Co-Pilot360® technologies that support highway driving, parking, towing, and daily traffic.

Standard Occupant Protection

Every Ranger includes:

• Front driver and passenger airbags
• Safety Canopy® side-curtain airbags
• Child-seat tether anchors
• Childproof rear-door locks
• Tire-pressure monitoring

Additional standard equipment includes Belt-Minder®, four-wheel anti-lock brakes, a perimeter alarm, SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System, and a rearview camera.

Collision Prevention Features

Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking is included across the lineup. The system combines Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning, and Dynamic Brake Support.

Post-Collision Braking can automatically apply the brakes after an initial impact to help reduce the chance of additional movement.

Driver Awareness Technology

Ford Co-Pilot360 is optional on the XL and standard on the XLT, Lariat, and Raptor.

Driver-assistance features include:

• BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert
• Lane-Keeping System
• Driver Alert System
• Auto High-Beam Headlamps
• Adaptive Cruise Control

Adaptive Cruise Control with Speed Sign Recognition is available on the XLT and standard on the Lariat and Raptor. BLIS can include Trailer Coverage when properly configured.

Camera and Parking Features

The XL includes an analog rearview camera, while the XLT, Lariat, and Raptor receive a digital rearview camera. Rear parking sensors are optional on XL and standard on the higher trims.

The 360-degree camera is optional on XLT and standard on Lariat and Raptor. Front parking sensors are available on XLT and standard on Lariat and Raptor.

Security Features

Every model includes Remote Keyless Entry, a perimeter anti-theft alarm, and SecuriLock. The XLT, Lariat, and Raptor add remote start, while the XLT also includes the SOS Post-Crash Alert System™.

Choose the 2026 Ford Ranger in Alexandria

The 2026 Ford Ranger offers a well-rounded combination of manageable size, useful towing capacity, three EcoBoost engines, a practical SuperCrew cabin, modern towing technology, and trim levels that range from work-ready to desert-ready. The XL suits drivers who want essential capability, the XLT adds convenience and technology, the Lariat emphasizes comfort, and the Raptor is built for serious off-road performance.

Hixson Autoplex of Alexandria Ford in Alexandria, LA, can help you compare Ranger trims, engine choices, appearance packages, bed accessories, towing equipment, and four-wheel-drive options. Browse available inventory online, value your trade, complete a finance application, and schedule a test drive to experience the 2026 Ford Ranger firsthand.

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