2011 Ford Ranger: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2011 Ford Ranger is a true carryover with no major product changes from 2010. Its biggest distinction is that it was the Ranger's final U.S. model year before the nameplate returned for 2019.
About the 2011 Ford Ranger
3rd North American generation (1998-2011), late-cycle final year after the mid-2000s refresh.
Ford positions the 2011 Ranger as a compact pickup for buyers who want real truck usefulness in a smaller, easier-to-place package. The brochure leans hard on fuel economy, Built Ford Tough durability, standard safety tech, and practical towing ability. In plain terms, Ranger is the small Ford truck for work, home projects and weekend use when a full-size pickup feels unnecessary, but a car or crossover cannot do the job.
The XL is the work-focused truck, with vinyl flooring, air conditioning and a trailer hitch receiver. The more comfortable XLT has cloth seating, power accessories and an upgraded stereo, while the Sport pairs a standard 4.0-liter V6 with bucket seats, aluminum wheels and sportier exterior trim.
2011 Ford Ranger specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.3 Liter / V6, 4.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.3 Liter / V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive / Manual, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Manual, 5-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15–22 mpg | 15–22 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 20–27 mpg | 20–27 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Horsepower | 143–207 hp | 143–207 hp | 207 hp |
| Torque | 154–238 lb-ft | 154–238 lb-ft | 238 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2160–5800 lb | 2160–5800 lb | 5800 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 25.3 cu-ft | 25.3 cu-ft | 25.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 39.1 in | 39.1 in | 39.1 in |
| Seats | 3–5 | 3–5 | 5 |
| Doors | 2 | 2–4 | 2–4 |
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Power Mirrors | |||
| Privacy Glass | |||
| Side Steps | |||
| Tow Hooks | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Power Locks | |||
| Power Windows | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||
| Tilt Wheel | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2011 Ford Ranger compared with the 2010 model?
Nothing significant changed for 2011. The Ranger carried over the same XL, XLT and Sport trims, the same engine choices and the same safety equipment.
Was 2011 the final year of the Ford Ranger in the U.S.?
Yes. The 2011 Ranger was the final U.S. model year before the nameplate went on hiatus and returned for 2019.
Did the 2011 Ford Ranger get a new engine?
No. The 2011 Ranger retained the 2.3-liter four-cylinder and 4.0-liter V6 choices from 2010.
Did the 2011 Ford Ranger receive new safety equipment?
No. Its safety hardware carried over from 2010, including AdvanceTrac stability control with rollover mitigation and front-seat side airbags.
Was the 2011 Ford Ranger redesigned?
No. The 2011 model was the final year of the third North American Ranger generation, not a redesign or refresh.