1997 FORD RANGER XL — window sticker

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1997 FORD RANGER XL
Pickup · Gasoline
VIN 1FTCR14A9VPA50969
FINAL ASSEMBLY POINT: ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA)

Powertrain & mechanical

  • EngineIn-Line 4-cyl, 2.3 L
  • Horsepower112 hp
  • Drive type4x2
  • GVWRClass 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)

Standard safety equipment

  • Front airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
  • Seat beltsManual

Body & dimensions

  • Body stylePickup
  • Cab typeExtra/Super/Quad/Double/King/Extended
  • Engine builderFord

Safety recalls (7)

  • Exterior lighting:headlights
  • Exterior lighting:headlights
  • Exterior lighting

Top 3 of 7 campaigns shown. Check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

EPA Fuel Economy and Environment
20combined
MPG
18 city
23 highway
Annual fuel cost
$3,100
You spend $4,500 more in fuel over 5 years vs the average new vehicle
CO2 444 g/mi

matched to EPA record: Ranger Pickup 2WD — Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.3 L, Rear-Wheel Drive. Cost assumes 15,000 mi/yr at current EPA fuel prices (regular $4.15/gal). Actual results will vary. Source: fueleconomy.gov

Different powertrain? Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.3 L ·

GOVERNMENT 5-STAR SAFETY RATINGS
  • Overall vehicle scoreNot Rated
  • Frontal crash — driver★★★★☆
  • Frontal crash — passenger★★★★☆
  • Side crashNot Rated
  • RolloverNot Rated
Star ratings range from 1 to 5 stars (★★★★★) with 5 being the highest. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nhtsa.gov
Vehicle data: NHTSA vPIC · EPA fueleconomy.gov · NHTSA safety ratings & recalls · Jul 5, 2026 · vincheck.me

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