Trim Report

Ford Ranger XL2008

Includes:RANGER|XL
$1,400
Starting From
3,237
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 3,237 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $1,400
Max $100,224
From $1,400
Fresh

XL Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,550
$3K–$18K
40 listings122,500 avg miles
Edge
From$3,500
25 listings|$4K–$20K
FX4
From$3,995
14 listings|$4K–$36K
Lariat
From$8,200
2,428 listings|$8K–$67K
STX
From$2,500
6 listings|$3K–$8K
Splash
From$1,250
13 listings|$1K–$13K
Sport
From$5,990
56 listings|$6K–$27K
XL
From$1,400
3,237 listings|$1K–$100K
XLT
From$799
6,220 listings|$799–$61K
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2008 Ford Ranger XL Pricing

Price Trend

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Where to Find Ford Ranger XL

Location data for all 2008 Ford Ranger trims combined

42States

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 12% of listings are there. But with 42 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

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
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$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)

XL Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2008 Ford Ranger XL

How does the XL compare to other Ford Ranger trims?

Every Ford Ranger trim targets a different buyer. The 2008 model page compares all available trims side by side.

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

Maintenance costs for the XL align with the broader Ford Ranger ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2008 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2008 Ford Ranger page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Ford Ranger XL?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Ford Ranger XL year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Ford Ranger overview compares all years side by side.

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