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2019 Ford Ranger: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for 2019 is the Ford Ranger's return to the U.S. after the previous version ended with the 2011 model year. It came back as an all-new midsize pickup with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a 10-speed automatic transmission, and standard automatic emergency braking.
About the 2019 Ford Ranger
First model year of the 2019–2023 North American Ranger generation; U.S. market return year.
Ford positioned the Ranger as a rugged but maneuverable midsize pickup for daily driving, work, towing, and outdoor trips. Its core strengths were a strong turbocharged engine, a 10-speed automatic, a high-strength boxed frame, useful payload and towing capability, and truck-focused driver assistance. Compared with a full-size pickup, it offered easier urban use and trail access without giving up a traditional body-on-frame design.
The 2019 Ranger lineup spans the work-focused XL, the more everyday-friendly XLT, and the comfort-focused Lariat, with SuperCab and SuperCrew body styles. XLT adds a broader driver-assistance suite and parking sensors, while Lariat stands out with heated leather-trimmed power seats, an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and LED lighting. A specialized rear-wheel-drive XL SuperCab configuration was also built without a factory pickup box for vocational body installations.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Every 2019 Ranger uses a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Styling
The U.S. return brought a new North American Ranger body and cabin in SuperCab and SuperCrew forms.
Safety
Pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking is standard on every trim. XLT and Lariat also have blind-spot monitoring with trailer coverage, lane keeping, and automatic high beams.
Tech
The returning lineup uses trim-dependent touchscreen systems. Lariat has an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while XL and XLT have a simpler 4.2-inch system.
Structural
The 2019 Ranger is built on a fully boxed high-strength steel frame with independent front suspension and rear leaf springs.
2019 Ford Ranger specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | 2WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 270 hp | 270 hp | 270 hp | |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft | |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Cruise Control | ||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Parental Control System | ||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||
| Privacy Glass | ||||
| Side Steps | ||||
| Tow Hooks | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Was 2019 the first year of the revived Ford Ranger in the U.S.?
Yes. The Ranger returned to the U.S. for 2019 after the previous American-market model ended with the 2011 model year, beginning the 2019–2023 generation.
What engine and transmission does the 2019 Ford Ranger have?
Every 2019 Ford Ranger has a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a 10-speed automatic transmission. The same powertrain is used across XL, XLT, and Lariat trims.
What trims and cab styles does the 2019 Ford Ranger have?
The 2019 Ford Ranger lineup consists of XL, XLT, and Lariat trims in SuperCab and SuperCrew body styles. A specialized rear-wheel-drive XL SuperCab was also built without the standard pickup box for vocational body installations.
Does every 2019 Ford Ranger have automatic emergency braking?
Yes. Pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking is standard on every 2019 Ranger trim. XLT and Lariat add blind-spot monitoring with trailer coverage, lane keeping, and automatic high beams.
How does the 2019 Ford Ranger compare with the 2018 Ranger?
There was no 2018 Ford Ranger in the U.S. lineup. The 2019 model marked the truck's American-market return, so it does not have a direct 2018 U.S. predecessor to compare against.
2019 Ford Ranger Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Ford Ranger.
4.3
2019 Ford Ranger
(228 reviews)
“Comfortable and versatile vehicle that looks amazing and gets great gas mileage while providing comfort on long trips.”
“I like this truck, it has everything I wanted and needed, looks good and a lot of fun off-road.”