The 2024 Ford Ranger gets 17 to 22 miles per gallon combined, depending on the version. The best is the 2024 Ranger 2WD at 22 mpg.
In the Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD class for 2024, the Ranger ranks 5th of 11 for combined mileage (22 mpg), 3rd of 11 for yearly fuel cost ($2,850 for its cheapest version, cheapest first) and 3rd of 11 for tailpipe CO2 (402 grams per mile for its lowest version, lowest first). The middle model of the class gets 21 mpg, costs $3,100 a year and puts out 417 grams per mile.
Across all 262 2024 models in the file that burn fuel, the middle best-version figure is 25 mpg and the highest is 57 mpg (Toyota Prius). Of the 261 other models, 171 get more miles per gallon than the 2024 Ranger's best version, 20 other models get the same and 70 get less. The 2024 Ranger's cheapest version costs $2,850 a year to fuel by the agency's figure; of the 255 other models with a cost figure, 108 cost less, 19 the same and 128 more.
Open the best-mileage list of this class for 2024. Cost and CO2 in the table are each model's lowest figure over its versions; plug-in hybrid and fuel-cell versions have no fuel cost and are left out of the cost column.
| Place | Model | Best version | mpg | Fuel a year, cheapest version | CO2 g/mi, lowest version |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2024 GMC Sierra | 2024 Sierra 4WD (Diesel, 6-cyl 3.0 L, Automatic 10-spd, Diesel) #6 | 24 | $3,450 | 416 |
| 1 | 2024 Toyota Tacoma | 2024 Tacoma Hybrid 4WD (4-wheel) | 24 | $2,600 | 379 |
| 4 | 2024 Ford F150 | 2024 F150 Pickup 4WD HEV | 23 | $2,700 | 387 |
| 5 | 2024 Ford RangerThis car | 2024 Ranger 4WD (4-cyl 2.3 L) | 22 | $2,850 | 402 |
| 6 | 2024 Honda Ridgeline | 2024 Ridgeline AWD | 21 | $2,950 | 441 |
| 6 | 2024 Ram 1500 | 2024 1500 4WD (6-cyl 3.6 L) | 21 | $2,950 | 417 |
| 8 | 2024 Nissan Frontier | 2024 Frontier 4WD | 20 | $3,100 | 438 |
Pick a 2024 version, then set your miles and fuel price. Fuel price as of 2026-11-14, U.S. Department of Energy / EPA. The price box starts at the dated price of the fuel the picked version burns (regular, midgrade or premium gasoline, diesel, E85 or electricity) and sets the price of that fuel. Miles are limited to 1,000 to 60,000 a year and the price to $0.01 to $20.00; a value outside that is worked out at the nearest limit.
2024 Ranger 2WD, 4-cyl 2.3 L: 21 mpg city, 25 highway, 22 combined. The agency's own estimate for the 2024 Ranger version is $2,850 a year (15,000 miles, the agency's fuel prices).
The 3 nearest rivals in the Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD class for 2024, picked by closest combined mileage; only versions with a fuel-cost figure are listed. Same miles as on the left. The price box on the left is the price of the fuel of the version you picked: a rival that burns the same fuel uses that price, a rival that burns another fuel keeps the dated price of its own fuel. The 5-year line is 5 times the yearly gap.
The F150 costs $119 less to fuel each year.
Over 5 years the F150 costs $595 less to fuel than the Ranger (5 times the yearly difference, at these miles and these prices).
Dollar gaps use each car's best-mileage version.
| Rival in 2024 | Best version | Combined | Fuel a year, agency (15,000 miles) | Against the Ranger (mileage) | Agency yearly fuel cost against the Ranger | Side by side |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Ford F150 | 2024 F150 Pickup 4WD HEV | 23 mpg | $2,700 | 1 higher | $150 less a year | Compare |
| 2024 Honda Ridgeline | 2024 Ridgeline AWD | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 1 lower | $100 more a year | Compare |
| 2024 Ram 1500 | 2024 1500 4WD (6-cyl 3.6 L) | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 1 lower | $100 more a year | - |
EPA test figures for 2024; the last column is the yearly fuel cost against the cheapest version.
| Version | Engine | Gearbox | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Fuel a year | CO2 g/mi | Fuel vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Ranger 2WD | 4-cyl 2.3 L | Automatic (S10) | Rear-wheel | 21 | 25 | 22 | $2,850 | 402 | cheapest |
| 2024 Ranger 4WD (4-cyl 2.3 L) | 4-cyl 2.3 L | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-wheel | 20 | 24 | 22 | $2,850 | 402 | cheapest |
| 2024 Ranger 4WD (6-cyl 2.7 L) | 6-cyl 2.7 L | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-wheel | 19 | 23 | 20 | $3,100 | 445 | +$250 |
| 2024 Ranger RAPTOR 4WD | 6-cyl 3.0 L | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-wheel | 16 | 18 | 17 | $3,650 | 525 | +$800 |
Enter the price difference you were quoted for the 2024 Ranger; this page has no prices. Miles come from the calculator. The fuel price box there sets the price of the fuel of the version picked there; a version here that burns another fuel keeps the dated price of its own fuel. Versions with no fuel-cost figure are not listed.
Type the price difference you were quoted to see the payback.
Tailpipe CO2: the 2024 Ranger 2WD puts out 402 grams per mile; across the 4 tested versions the figure runs from 402 to 525.
EPA scores (1 to 10, 10 best) for the 2024 Ranger 2WD: fuel economy score 5 (3 to 5 across versions), greenhouse gas score 5 (3 to 5 across versions).
Best combined figure of the Ranger gas version each model year since 2016, set against the 2024 model.
| Model year | Best gas version | Versions tested | Against 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 23 mpg | 3 | 1 mpg higher than 2024 | |
| 2020 | 23 mpg | 3 | 1 mpg higher than 2024 | |
| 2021 | 23 mpg | 4 | 1 mpg higher than 2024 | |
| 2022 | 23 mpg | 5 | 1 mpg higher than 2024 | |
| 2023 | 23 mpg | 5 | 1 mpg higher than 2024 | |
| 2024This page | 22 mpg | 4 | this page | |
| 2025 | 23 mpg | 4 | 1 mpg higher than 2024 | |
| 2026 | 23 mpg | 4 | 1 mpg higher than 2024 |
Compared with the 2023 model: 5 versions were tested then and 4 now; the best figure went from 23 to 22 mpg (down 1).
The 2025 model has 4 tested versions.
| Version in 2024 | 2024 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Ranger 2WD, 4-cyl 2.3 L | 22 mpg | 23 mpg | -1 mpg |
| 2024 Ranger 4WD (4-cyl 2.3 L), 4-cyl 2.3 L | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | no change |
| 2024 Ranger 4WD (6-cyl 2.7 L), 6-cyl 2.7 L | 20 mpg | no like-for-like version in 2023 | no match |
| 2024 Ranger RAPTOR 4WD, 6-cyl 3.0 L | 17 mpg | no like-for-like version in 2023 | no match |
3 2023 versions have no match in 2024.
Crash-test stars from the U.S. safety agency's 5-Star Safety Ratings, checked 2026-11-14. 5 is the best.
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Ford Ranger (Super Crew) PU/CC 4WD | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| 2024 Ford Ranger (Super Crew) PU/CC RWD | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
The agency lists 2 variants; all 2 are shown.
The agency's record for the first rated vehicle also lists 99 complaints, 13 recalls, 0 investigations.
99 complaints for the 2024 Ford Ranger are on file (checked 2026-11-14). Complaints are reports that owners sent to the safety agency. They are not proven defects, and the counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold.
| Part named in the reports | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 41 | |
| Electrical System | 32 | |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 | |
| Engine | 10 | |
| Structure | 10 |
2 of the 99 reports say the car was in a crash, 0 mention a fire and 1 mentions an injury. One report can name more than one part.
13 recalls are on file for the 2024 Ford Ranger at the U.S. safety agency (checked 2026-11-14). A dealer does recall repairs free of charge.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles. The sun visor or headliner wiring harnesses may be improperly positioned or have excessive tape thickness, which can result in damaged wires.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the wiring for damage and update the body control module software. Damaged wiring harnesses will be replaced as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles.
Fix: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles.
Fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The bolts securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly, which can result in a fuel leak.
Fix: Dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump mounting bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles. The side curtain air bags may contact the B-Pillar inner reinforcements and tear during deployment.
Fix: Dealers will install protective shields, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint fastener may be missing or tightened improperly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the ball joint fastener as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 ...
Fix: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.
5 more are listed at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Other 2024 models of the same agency class, each with its best combined figure. The Ranger itself is at 22 mpg.
More Ford models that have a 2024 page here, with the class of each and its best combined figure.
The 2024 Ranger 2WD with 22 mpg combined (21 city, 25 highway).
The 2024 Ford Ranger costs between $2,850 and $3,650 to fuel by the agency's estimate, which assumes 15,000 miles a year. The cheapest is the 2024 Ranger 2WD at $2,850; the dearest is the 2024 Ranger RAPTOR 4WD at $3,650. Use the calculator above for your own miles and fuel price.
2024 Ranger 4WD (4-cyl 2.3 L): 22 mpg combined (20 city, 24 highway); 2024 Ranger 4WD (6-cyl 2.7 L): 20 mpg combined (19 city, 23 highway); 2024 Ranger RAPTOR 4WD: 17 mpg combined (16 city, 18 highway).
The 2024 Ford Ranger is 5th of 11 for combined mileage. The top of the class is the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado at 24 mpg, and the middle figure for the class is 21 mpg. In the list, the next one ahead is the 2024 Ford F150 at 23 mpg and the next one behind is the 2024 Honda Ridgeline at 21 mpg.
The 2023 model had 5 tested versions and the 2024 model has 4. The best figure went from 23 to 22 mpg (down 1).
In the agency's 5-Star Safety Ratings (checked 2026-11-14; 5 is the best), the stars are 2024 Ford Ranger (Super Crew) PU/CC 4WD: overall 4 of 5, front 5, side 5, rollover 3; 2024 Ford Ranger (Super Crew) PU/CC RWD: overall 4 of 5, front 5, side 5, rollover 3. The agency lists 2 variants; all 2 are shown.
99 complaints for the 2024 Ford Ranger are on file at the safety agency (checked 2026-11-14); the part named most often is Power Train (41 reports). Complaints are reports owners sent in, not proven defects.
The agency's database lists 13 recalls for the 2024 Ford Ranger (checked 2026-11-14). They are listed above with the repair the maker offers.
For the 2024 Ford Ranger: EPA file 2026-11-04; fuel price 2026-11-14; crash tests 2026-11-14; complaints 2026-11-14; recalls 2026-11-14. Not covered: purchase price, towing, reliability, repair and insurance costs.
Mileage and fuel cost for the 2024 Ford Ranger: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, fueleconomy.gov vehicle file (file dated 2026-11-04). Recalls for the 2024 Ford Ranger: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (checked 2026-11-14). Crash-test ratings for the 2024 Ford Ranger: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (checked 2026-11-14). Complaints for the 2024 Ford Ranger: NHTSA (checked 2026-11-14). Fuel prices: U.S. Department of Energy / EPA (2026-11-14). Your own mileage depends on how and where you drive. Where our numbers come from.