Trim Report

Ford Ranger Lariat2002

Includes:RANGER|Lariat
$11,700
Starting From
2,578
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 2,578 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $11,700
Max $61,232
From $11,700
Fresh

Lariat Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$1,900
$2K–$17K
42 listings151,190 avg miles
Edge
From$1,700
30 listings|$2K–$25K
FX4
From$8,500
13 listings|$9K–$15K
Lariat
From$11,700
2,578 listings|$12K–$61K
Raptor
From$40,980
1,238 listings|$41K–$86K
STX
From$2,500
4 listings|$3K–$9K
Splash
From$1,250
4 listings|$1K–$11K
Sport
From$3,500
58 listings|$4K–$20K
XL
From$500
3,379 listings|$500–$48K
XLT
From$2,499
7,140 listings|$2K–$61K

2002 Ford Ranger Lariat Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Ranger Lariat

Location data for all 2002 Ford Ranger trims combined

43States

Texas has the most inventory at 13%, with options spread across 43 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Ford Ranger Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2002 Ford Ranger trims

High Concern

The 2002 Ford Ranger has a high safety risk profile with 2 recall campaigns and 347 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

2
Recalls
347
Complaints
43
Crashes
12
Fires
Recall Findings
02V0350002002-04-02
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

ON SOME MANUAL TRANSMISSION TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH THE FX4 PACKAGE, THE REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL CASE COULD FRACTURE UNDER A HIGH TORQUE EVENT SUCH AS WHEN CUSTOMERS ACCELERATE RAPIDLY FROM A STOP OR WHEN A SPINNING TIRE SUDDENLY GAINS TRACTION.

DIFFERENTIAL FRACTURES COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN WHEEL LOCK-UP.

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07V3360002007-03-08
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, PASSENGER VEHICLES, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MOTOR HOMES CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.

THIS COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 347 owners have filed complaints about the 2002 Ford Ranger. POWER TRAIN issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Power Train50
02Vehicle Speed Control36
03Engine And Engine Cooling30
04Air Bags29
05Structure27
347 total across 1 model years (2002–2002)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Ranger Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2002 Ford Ranger trims

15–23mpg combined
·
13-21city
·
17-25hwy
·
$2,950-$4,500/yr

Across 11 configurations, the 2002 Ford Ranger returns 15–23 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Ranger Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.3L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
21 city25 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger Pickup 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
20mpg
2.3L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city23 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
18mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city21 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger 2WD FFV - Automatic 5-spd
17mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$3,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger Pickup 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
17mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$3,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger Pickup 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
17mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$3,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
17mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city20 hwy~$3,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger Pickup 4WD - Manual 5-spd
17mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
16 city20 hwy~$3,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger Pickup 4WD - Automatic 5-spd
16mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city17 hwy~$4,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger Pickup 4WD - Automatic 5-spd
15mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city17 hwy~$4,500/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger Pickup 4WD - Manual 5-spd
15mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city18 hwy~$4,500/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the Lariat Worth It?

Common questions about the 2002 Ford Ranger Lariat

How does the Lariat compare to other Ford Ranger trims?

with 2,578 listings tracked, the Lariat sits in a specific spot in the 2002 Ford Ranger lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2002 Ford Ranger page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2002 Ford Ranger Lariat?

The Lariat shares its core mechanicals with other Ford Ranger trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for power train issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2002 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Ford Ranger Lariat?

The best model year for the Ford Ranger Lariat comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Ford Ranger overview.

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