2003 Ford Ranger XLT reviews and buying
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Ford Ranger XLT resources:
2003 Ford Ranger XLT
At the top of the Ford Ranger line is the Ford Ranger
XLT and its two off-road versions; the XLT FX4 and its
big brother, the XLT FX4 Level II. These are some serious
trucks. The FX4 Level II is built for hardcore recreational
off-road and it shows in the equipment list: Bilstein
Shocks and 31x10.5R15 tires top the list.
In short, these are trucks built for and aimed towards
the Tim Tool Man Tailor guys and gals who want more
power and a classy rig to show it off with. For this
reason, the standard features are generous and the engine
choices pump out enough torque for a vehicle twice the
size. Choose between Regular Cab or SuperCab, which
has rear-hinged rear doors and rear jump seats.
Under the Hood
The 2-door Regular Cab XLT actually comes with a choice
of three different engines available for the Ranger
series. Choose either the 2.3-liter 4-cyl capable of
143 hp at 5250 rpm and 154 lb-ft of torque at 3750 or
upgrade to the 3.0-liter V6 with its 154 hp, a small
increase on the 4-cyl. The difference really shows in
the 180 lb-ft of torque, significantly more than the
smaller engine. The 4.0-liter V6 engine, the largest
available on the Ranger, has 207 hp and 238 lb-ft of
torque at 3000rpm. The V6 get approximately 19/22 or
17/22 mpg, depending on whether you choose the manual
or automatic 5-speed transmission. The Rangers all come
with dual front airbags and antilock brakes.
As soon as you get into 4WD models of XLT add a 2-speed
transfer case and a raised ride-height. Save your lift
kit money. Also standard are heavy-duty shock absorbers,
and 245/75R15 all-terrain tires around alloy rims. The
FX4's come with limited slip differentials, skid plates
and, on the FX4 Level II, the Bilstein Shocks and fat
tires.
Standard Features, Options Packages and Style
The Ranger XLT 2.3-liter comes with AM/FM/CD player
and cloth upholstery but, from the 3.0-liter on up,
these are joined by cruise control, tilt leather-wrapped
steering and chrome steel wheels. Upgrade to the SuperCab
with the optional appearance group and power windows,
doors, mirrors and remote keyless entry are added.
The higher-end models have front bucket seats, a Class-3
trailer hitch, alloy wheels and an assortment of other
mechanical and stylistic possibilities determined by
Cab size and whether it is 2 or 4WD. Examples of these
include step bars or front and rear tow-hooks.
Air conditioning is an optional extra as are an assortment
of mechanical upgrades. Different bed styles and accessories
are also available.
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