2021 Ford Ranger XLT

The 2021 Ranger is a mid-size pickup that slots below the F-150, competing with the Chevrolet Colorado and Toyota Tacoma. The turbo four gives the Ranger strong acceleration and confident towing, though the ride can feel firm over rough pavement. The crew cab offers room for five and a five-foot bed, with a short wheelbase that makes it easy to park and maneuver. Standard Co-Pilot360 safety gear includes automatic emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring, with an 8-inch touchscreen on all trims. Owners praise the Ranger for its smooth powertrain, easy towing, and comfortable cabin, with many reporting real-world fuel economy near the EPA estimate. The XLT skips the Lariat's leather and push-button start but keeps the same capable powertrain and Co-Pilot360 safety suite, saving you a few thousand dollars. Its 2.3l Ecoboost Engine makes 270 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque, paired with a ten-speed automatic and four-wheel drive that returns 22 mpg combined. Adding the optional electronic-locking rear differential gives the XLT genuine off-road capability that the standard open diff can't match.