After a full redesign just last year, the 2025 Ford Ranger will arrive with the new fifth generation’s incredible performance and tech upgrades! Before this midsize truck hits dealerships, our preview guide lets you in on everything we know so far.
Key Takeaways
- We don’t expect any major changes to the 2025 Ford Ranger.
- The most powerful Ranger supplies 405 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque!
- The 2025 Ranger may introduce an off-road-ready Tremor trim model.
- Hopefully, the new Ranger will arrive at dealerships before the end of the year!
What’s new for the 2025 Ford Ranger?
For 2025, the Ranger may offer new appearance packs and exterior color options! An off-road-ready Tremor trim model is even possible. Although some shoppers have been hoping for a Ranger with a SuperCab or long bed option, we don’t expect to see any major changes to the 2025 Ranger. And while we know that Ford has trademarked the Ranger Lightning nameplate, we don’t expect to see an all-electric version of this midsize truck in the coming months.
After a full redesign for the 2024 model year, though, the Ranger is about as modern as it gets. In the midsize truck segment, the Ranger already offers a best-in-class tech setup! Now every Ranger includes a standard digital gauge cluster and the SYNC 4 infotainment system. Plus, these midsize trucks are available with a blind-spot monitor with Trailer Coverage and an Active Park Assist system that does the parallel parking for you. The only thing currently missing is BlueCruise — but maybe the upcoming 2025 truck will offer this hands-free highway driving technology!
How powerful is the 2025 Ford Ranger?
When the Ranger was redesigned for 2024, it rolled out two strong new engine options, including the Raptor-exclusive, 405-horsepower turbo V6! The mid-level XLT and upscale Lariat trim models are now available with a 2.7-liter turbocharged V6 that delivers a hearty 405 horses and 430 pound-feet of torque.
Properly equipped, both the base 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine and the optional 2.7-liter turbo V6 help the Ranger tow max loads of 7,500 pounds. To haul max payloads of 1,805 pounds, you need the base EcoBoost engine. Rangers with the 2.7-liter turbo V6 can haul up to 1,542 pounds.
The Ranger’s off-road-ready Raptor trim model is the fastest version of this midsize truck, thanks to its exclusive 3.0-liter turbo V6. Properly equipped, the current Ranger Raptor can tow up to 5,510 pounds and haul max payloads of 1,375 pounds.
The upcoming Ranger will offer the same powertrains as last year, depending on which trim model you select:
- Standard 2.3L turbocharged four-cylinder engine (270 horsepower, 310 lb-ft of torque)
- Optional 2.7L turbo V6 (315 hp, 400 lb-ft)
- Raptor-specific 3.0L turbo V6 (405 hp, 430 lb-ft)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive or optional four-wheel drive
Will there be a 2025 Ford Ranger Tremor trim model?
Great question! Since there was no Tremor package available for the redesigned 2024 Ranger, many have speculated that Ford plans to release a Ranger Tremor trim model instead. And while it has yet to launch, we wouldn’t be surprised if an off-road-ready Tremor trim joined the Ranger lineup for 2025 (perhaps late in the model year).
The Ranger wouldn’t be the first Ford truck to introduce a Tremor trim for 2025; the compact Maverick is ditching its Tremor performance pack in favor of a trim model! The all-new Maverick Tremor is ready for rugged adventure, with advanced all-wheel drive system featuring a twin-clutch rear drive unit and a heavy-duty transmission cooler. We’ll just have to wait a little while longer to find out what the Ranger version of this trail-ready truck will offer!
When can I order the 2025 Ford Ranger?
Although Ford hasn’t announced the release of its upcoming Ranger, we expect to see this midsize truck before the end of the year. When we know more about when order banks will open, we’ll update this page with current information!