Ranger Engines & Towing
2025 Ford Ranger® Engine & Tow Specs available in Shorewood, IL
Put your plans for adventure into motion with the 2025 Ford Ranger®. Offered with three different engine options with a range of power, efficiency, and towing capabilities, there’s sure to be an engine option that fits your busy days and biggest dreams under the hood of the Ranger. Learn more about the performance specs, towing and payload capacities, and drivetrain options available with this 2025 Ranger engines guide created by the team at Ron Tirapelli Ford. If you’d like more details about key Ranger features, see our model review. Then, explore the standard equipment with each trim using our Ranger trims page.
Find your new Ranger for sale in Shorewood, IL, in our available inventory. Set up a test drive appointment at a time that’s convenient for you and take an up-close look at your favorite engine option.
If you’d like more information about a specific Ranger before your visit, reach out to a Ron Tirapelli Ford representative online or by calling (815) 725-3033.
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2025 Ford Ranger Engine Comparison
Multiply your workday or weekend potential with the rugged EcoBoost® engine options offered with the 2025 Ford Ranger. The XL, XLT, and Lariat® trims all feature the 2.3L EcoBoost inline four-cylinder (I4) engine as standard equipment with an athletic 270 horsepower. You can upgrade to the 315-horsepower 2.7L EcoBoost V6 on the XLT and Lariat trims if you prefer enhanced performance and 400 pound-feet of torque. For ultimate Ranger muscle, go for the Raptor® trim. It’s exclusively equipped with the 405-horsepower 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine that’s built for a wide range of off-road adventures.
The standard 2.3L EcoBoost engine offers the highest fuel economy estimates, with up to 19 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway. City fuel economy is the same, but highway fuel economy drops to 23 MPG with the 2.7L EcoBoost engine. The brawny 3.0L EcoBoost engine achieves 16 MPG in city driving and 18 MPG on the highway. All three engines feature a stop-start system to help maximize efficiency when you are at a standstill.
Compare the performance specs for all three Ranger engines in the accompanying chart.
| Engine | 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 3.0L EcoBoost V6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 270 HP | 315 HP | 405 HP |
| Torque | 310 lb.-ft. | 400 lb.-ft. | 430 lb.-ft. |
| 4x2 MPG (City/Hwy) | 21 / 26 | N/A | N/A |
| 4WD MPG (City/Hwy) | 19 / 26 | 19 / 23 | 16 / 18 |
| Stop/Start System | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Fuel Tank Size | 18 gal. | 20 gal. | |
| Recommended Fuel | 87 Octane | 91 Octane | |
| Transmission | Ten-speed automatic | ||
| Trim Availability | XL, XLT, Lariat | XLT and Lariat | Raptor |
2025 Ford Ranger Drivetrain
Sure-footed handling is a key part of every truck. To this end, the 2025 Ford Ranger offers two different 4x4 drivetrain options, along with a standard 4x2 drivetrain. To customize the traction and drivetrain performance over a wide range of conditions, standard selectable drive modes include normal, sport, slippery, eco, and tow/haul. In the always-ready Raptor trim, off-road, Baja, and rock crawl add to the list of customizable terrain settings. Meanwhile, you can get a boost to off-road capability with the optional FX4® Package with unique mud/ruts and sand drive modes on the XLT and Lariat trims.
2025 Ranger drivetrain options include:
- 4x2 — A 4x2 drivetrain that drives the rear wheels only is standard on the Ranger XL, XLT, and Lariat trims. It includes an open front differential and a 3.73 open-style rear differential, though an electronic-locking rear axle is offered as an upgrade for those who anticipate slick conditions.
- 4x4 — For traditional truck capability and confidence over snow-covered roads or tough trails, the Ranger XL, XLT, and Lariat trims all offer a part-time 4x4 system. The electronic shift-on-the-fly transfer case offers both 4H and 4L modes. Like the 4x2 system, this 4x4 system also features an open front and rear differential, with the option to upgrade to an electronic-locking rear differential.
- Raptor 4x4 — This rugged, off-road-ready 4x4 system has a two-speed transfer case with 4H, 4L, and 4A. It’s paired with electronic-locking front and rear axles for additional “power through it” capability when the trail turns to mud. Further enhancing the Raptor capability, you get 2.5-inch FOX™ racing shocks with Live Valve™ technology and a Watts-link rear suspension.
2025 Ford Ranger Towing Capacity
Harness the strength of the 2025 Ford Ranger to hitch up the trailer and head out for a fun-filled vacation. With either the 2.3L EcoBoost or 2.7L EcoBoost engine, the Ranger is rated to tow up to 7,500 pounds. The off-road-ready Ranger Raptor with its 3.0L EcoBoost engine has a 5,510-pound maximum towing capacity. The rear bumper on the Ranger includes provisions to mount a trailer hitch ball, and four-pin wiring is included. This standard setup is suitable for towing up to 3,500 pounds. To help you achieve the maximum towing capacity, the Ranger is available with a Class IV trailer hitch and several towing package upgrades, including:
- Trailer Tow Package
- Four-pin/seven-pin wiring harness
- Class IV trailer hitch receiver
- Advanced Towing Package
- Trailer brake controller
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist
- Reverse park aid with trailer guidance
See the Ranger maximum towing capacities in the following chart.
| Engine | Max. Towing Capacity |
|---|---|
| 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 7,500 lbs. |
| 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 7,500 lbs. |
| 3.0L EcoBoost V6 | 5,510 lbs. |
2025 Ford Ranger Payload
Beyond its pulling power, the 2025 Ford Ranger offers dependable payload specs to get you, your crew, and your gear wherever you need to go. Accounting for the weight of both passengers in the cab and cargo in the truck bed, the maximum payload capacity in the 2025 Ranger is 1,788 pounds with the 2.3L EcoBoost engine. Distribute that weight as you require inside the SuperCrew® cab with seating for five, and in the 59.6-inch-long bed with 43.5 cubic feet of cargo volume.
See the 2025 Ford Ranger maximum payload capacities for each engine in the following chart.
| Engine | Max. Payload Capacity |
|---|---|
| 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 1,788 lbs. |
| 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 1,542 lbs. |
| 3.0L EcoBoost V6 | 1,411 lbs. |
2025 Ford Ranger for Sale Near Me
Ron Tirapelli Ford is proud to be your local Ford Ranger dealer in Shorewood, IL. Take a look at our current inventory to find the trim option with the engine you want, then schedule a test drive to get a feel for its power and potential in person. Questions? Contact us online or give our Ford truck pros a call at (815) 725-3033.
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