1987 Ford Ranger Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1987 Ford Ranger (17–26 MPG combined) across 10 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Small Pickup Trucks 2WD, Small Pickup Trucks
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Transmissions
- Automatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 2.0 L; 4-cyl, 2.3 L; 6-cyl, 2.9 L
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline, Diesel
- Combined MPG
- 17–26 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,800–$4,000
- 5-year fuel cost
- −$8,000 to −$2,000 more than average
- Configurations
- 10
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl 2.3 L · Diesel · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 23 | 26 | 24 | $4,000 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.3 L · Diesel · Rear-Wheel Drive | 24 | 28 | 26 | $3,700 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.3 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 24 | 22 | $3,050 | — |
| 6-cyl 2.9 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15–16 | 20 | 17–18 | $3,700–$3,950 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.0 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,050 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.3 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 18–22 | 24–26 | 20–24 | $2,800–$3,350 | — |
| 6-cyl 2.9 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16–17 | 22 | 18–19 | $3,550–$3,700 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost | 5-YR COST | FE | GHG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger Pickup 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.3 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 | −$4,750 | — | — |
| Ranger Pickup 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 2.9 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 | −$6,500 | — | — |
| Ranger Pickup 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,050 | −$3,250 | — | — |
| Ranger Pickup 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.3 | Diesel | 24 | 28 | 26 | $3,700 | −$6,500 | — | — |
| Ranger Pickup 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.3 | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 26 | 24 | $2,800 | −$2,000 | — | — |
| Ranger Pickup 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 6 | 2.9 | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 | −$5,750 | — | — |
| Ranger Pickup 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 2.9 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 | −$7,750 | — | — |
| Ranger Pickup 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.3 | Diesel | 23 | 26 | 24 | $4,000 | −$8,000 | — | — |
| Ranger Pickup 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.3 | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 24 | 22 | $3,050 | −$3,250 | — | — |
| Ranger Pickup 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 6 | 2.9 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 20 | 18 | $3,700 | −$6,500 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 1987 Ford Ranger?
According to EPA data, the 1987 Ford Ranger is rated at 17–26 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 1987 Ford Ranger have?
The EPA data lists 4 and 6 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 1987 Ford Ranger use?
It is offered with Regular Gasoline and Diesel.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 1987 Ford Ranger?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $2,800 to $4,000.
How much will the 1987 Ford Ranger cost in fuel over 5 years?
According to EPA estimates, the 1987 Ford Ranger 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$8,000 to −$2,000 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).