Trim Report

Ford Ranger XLT2002

Includes:RANGER|XLT
$2,499
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7,140
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Avg Mileage

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Where to Find Ford Ranger XLT

Location data for all 2002 Ford Ranger trims combined

43States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (13%), but the remaining listings are spread across 42 other states nationwide.

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)

2002 Ford Ranger XLT FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the XLT compare to other Ford Ranger trims?

The XLT occupies a distinct position in the Ford Ranger range. See how it stacks up on the 2002 overview page.

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

Budget for standard XLT maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2002 has 2 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Ford Ranger XLT?

For the XLT, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Ford Ranger buyer's guide.

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