In 2024, Ford entirely revamped the Ford Ranger, making it an enviable truck to possess. How can you add to such an impressive vehicle? Well, Ford did it. The 2025 Ford Ranger ranks #7 in mid-size trucks, according to US News & World Reports. More impressive, the 2025 Ford Ranger is the North American Truck of the Year!
Though there are not a lot of changes from the 2024 to the new 2025 model, your Ranger can look more exciting with the new color options and the additional new black trim option. Another obvious change, in the Lariat trim, is the switch from an electronic shifter to a mechanical one as well as the removal of the Park Assist feature. The power, price, trims, and features for the two trucks remain similar.
Key Takeaways:
- The 2025 Ford Ranger has new colors and a new black accent package.
- In both Rangers we’ve got all the technology for your comfort and convenience.
- Ford Ranger has towing power and engine oomph!
What are the changes to the Ford Ranger appearance?
The most exciting exterior changes to the Ranger in 2025 are the new colors available and the new black accent package. The new colors available are Ruby Red Metallic, Desert Sand, and Marsh Gray; these colors replaced old colors previously available.
The accents available are the Chrome Accent Package, STX, Sport, and the new Black Accent Package which has black accents on the grill, bumper and wheels. Both years have the four trims: XL, XLT, Lariat, and Raptor. The Ranger still offers the one body style of a super crew cab, which seats five. The cab has multiple storage spaces including a hidden upper glove box, large door cubbies, and under rear seat storage.
What technology features are in the Ford Ranger?
Inside you’ll find both trucks feature an appealing infotainment system with a standard 10.1 inch touch screen or an available 12 inch upgrade. You’ll be able to access your digital features through touch or voice with the SYNC 4A technology to access your apps including Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
You will access these features in the spacious cab from your comfortable seats. The heated steering wheel and dual-zone climate control ensure your comfort for both driver and passengers. Some trims in both years have an available charging pad for your convenience.
What is the towing power of the Ford Ranger?
If you’re looking for towing power, you’ll be pleased to learn that both years’ models can tow up to 7500 lbs, with the four-wheel-drive system having a maximum payload rating of 1711 as opposed to 1805 for rear-wheel drive. Depending on the trim you choose, your truck is equipped with a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine giving you 270 horsepower, which is plenty for most driving and hauling needs. But if you’re wanting a little more oomph, the higher trims come with a twin-turbocharged 2.7-liter V6 that makes 315 horsepower. Both have a 10-speed automatic transmission with either rear or four-wheel drive.
Ford Ranger 2024 vs. 2025 Summary.
In short, you cannot go wrong with either the 2024 or the 2025 Ford Ranger. I happen to like a truck that is more eye-catching and so I tend to lean toward the 2025 with the new black accents.
However you build your truck to look, you’ll find it reliable and powerful enough to take you from your day-to-day traveling to more adventures excursions. The good people at Jarrett Ford of Charlotte County will be happy to get you into the truck of your dreams. Call them today at (941) 625-6141 to get started.