Powerful Turbocharged Engine Options
The standard 2.3-liter I-4 turbocharged EcoBoost engine delivers 270 horsepower with direct fuel injection and auto start-stop technology for improved efficiency while driving around East Tawas. This engine achieves an estimated 21 miles per gallon in the city and 25 on the highway with rear-wheel drive configuration, making it an excellent choice for daily driving around Hale, MI, and beyond.
For enhanced performance, the available 2.7-liter V6 twin-turbocharged EcoBoost engine produces 315 horsepower while maintaining respectable fuel economy of 20 miles per gallon in the city and 24 on the highway. Both engines pair with a sophisticated 10-speed automatic transmission featuring selectable drive modes including Normal, ECO, Sport, Tow/Haul, and Slippery for optimal performance in various conditions.
The Raptor-exclusive 3-liter V6 turbocharged EcoBoost engine stands as the most powerful option, delivering 405 horsepower through a 10-speed automatic transmission with electronic controls. With its 20.3-gallon fuel tank and full-time four-wheel drive system, the Raptor is purpose-built for adventurous drivers who demand maximum capability from their pickup truck.
Advanced Technology and Comfort Features
The SYNC 4A system provides enhanced voice recognition, entertainment controls, and smartphone integration through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Higher trims feature a 12-inch center display with connected navigation, offering turn-by-turn directions and real-time traffic information.
The Bang & Olufsen sound system available on LARIAT and Raptor trims includes HD Radio capability and 10 premium speakers including a subwoofer, delivering concert-quality audio for your favorite music. SiriusXM with 360L and a three-month trial subscription comes standard, providing access to commercial-free music, sports, news, and entertainment. Customers from Whittemore, MI, will appreciate staying connected during their commute with these advanced infotainment features.
Comfort-focused amenities include available dual-zone electronic climate control, rain-detecting variable intermittent wipers, power rear window with defroster, and memory settings for the driver's seat. The available power moonroof bathes the cabin in natural light, while proximity keyless entry and push-button start make accessing your Ranger effortless.
Comprehensive Safety and Driver Assistance
Standard safety features across all trims include dual-stage front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags, and Safety Canopy System curtain airbags for the first and second rows. The AdvanceTrac system with Roll Stability Control provides electronic stability and traction management in challenging conditions.
The available Ford Co-Pilot360 package enhances safety with pre-collision assist featuring automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, and dynamic brake support. Lane-keeping alert and lane-keeping assist help you stay centered in your lane, while BLIS with trailer tow coverage monitors blind spots even when towing. The adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go functionality maintains safe following distances in highway traffic, reducing driver fatigue on long journeys.
Additional safety features include a reverse camera, reverse brake assist, forward and reverse sensing systems with parking sensors, and an aerial view camera system on higher trims. Driver monitoring alerts help detect signs of fatigue, encouraging breaks when needed for safer driving.
Off-Road and Towing Capabilities
The 2026 Ford Ranger excels both on pavement and off the beaten path. The available FX4 Off-Road Package adds specialized equipment including FX4 selectable drive modes for mud, ruts, and sand conditions, exposed steel bash plates protecting the engine, transfer case, and fuel tank, electronic-locking rear differential, and off-road tuned shocks. Trail Control functions like cruise control for off-road conditions, managing throttle and braking automatically.
For drivers with towing needs, the Trailer Tow Package enables towing capability up to 7,500 pounds with a Class IV trailer hitch receiver and 4-pin/7-pin wiring harness. The Advanced Towing Package adds a trailer brake controller and Pro Trailer Backup Assist for easier maneuvering. The Raptor model comes standard with Class IV towing equipment including hitch, brake controller, and trailer sway control.
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