Trim Report

Ford Ranger Lariat2008

Includes:RANGER|Lariat
$8,200
Starting From
2,428
Active Listings
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 2,428 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $8,200
Max $66,900
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2008 Ford Ranger Lariat Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Ranger Lariat

Location data for all 2008 Ford Ranger trims combined

42States

12% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 42 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Ford Ranger Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2008 Ford Ranger trims

High Concern

Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 324 complaints for the 2008 Ford Ranger, a high safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

1
Recalls
324
Complaints
8
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
11V3520002011-13-07
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RANGER TRUCKS BUILT FROM JANUARY 25, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 25, 2011 AT THE TWIN CITIES ASSEMBLY PLANT, AND SERVICE PARTS DISTRIBUTED TO DEALERS FOR CERTAIN 2004 THROUGH 2011 MODEL YEAR RANGER TRUCKS, 2002 THROUGH 2005 MODEL YEAR EXCURSION VEHICLES, AND 2002 THROUGH 2007 MODEL YEAR F-250, F-350, F-450, AND F-550 TRUCKS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WAS SHIPPED WITH A SUBCOMPONENT (SLIDER) THAT MAY EXPERIENCE DEFORMATION. A MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WITH A DEFORMED SLIDER MAY MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE TURN SIGNAL, TAIL LIGHTS, HAZARD WARNING SIGNAL FLASHERS AND/OR BRAKE LIGHTS NOT TO ACTIVATE.

NON-FUNCTIONING LIGHTS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 324 issues reported over 1 model years, air bags problems are the most common for the 2008 Ford Ranger. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Air Bags290
02Structure8
03Suspension2
04Electrical System,engine2
05Tires2
324 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Ranger Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2008 Ford Ranger trims

15–23mpg combined
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14-21city
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17-26hwy
·
$2,950-$4,500/yr

The 2008 Ford Ranger delivers 15 to 23 MPG combined across 10 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Ranger Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.3L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
21 city26 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger Pickup 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
21mpg
2.3L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
19 city24 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
18mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$3,750/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
15 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
15 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 city19 hwy~$4,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger Pickup 4WD - Manual 5-spd
16mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city19 hwy~$4,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Ranger Pickup 4WD - Automatic 5-spd
15mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city17 hwy~$4,500/yr-1/10 Poor

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

2008 Ford Ranger Lariat FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Lariat compare to other Ford Ranger trims?

with 2,428 listings tracked, the Lariat sits in a specific spot in the 2008 Ford Ranger lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2008 Ford Ranger page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2008 Ford Ranger Lariat?

Budget for standard Lariat maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2008 has 1 recall 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 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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