Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"Acceleration is ok. Handling is a challenge. Easily spins out on Wet and slick roads. Slightest lean can cause rear end to spin out"
Edward B., KY (2008 Ford Ranger)"Acceleration is adequate -- even pulling a trailer. It handles well more like a sports car than a lumbering full size pickup"
Gregory R., ME (2008 Ford Ranger)"It has a 4 cylinder engine, so it's not about to break any speed records, but acceleration in plenty good for my needs."
Barry S., AZ (2008 Ford Ranger)"Engine is sluggish but manual transmission helps ...ride is stiff and ruff"
Kenneth P., ON (2008 Ford Ranger)"What stands out is the fact that it handles well, sturdily and handily, even under load. We have a five-speed, and it's responsive even when climbing hills. It's quick and fun to drive."
April C., SC (2008 Ford Ranger)"Good power, handles well on curves."
GEORGE H., MA (2008 Ford Ranger)"rough ride."
Anonymous, BC (2008 Ford Ranger)"the gas pedal is very stiff"
Anonymous, CT (2008 Ford Ranger)"The rear end slips out quite easily. I have to use sand bags to keep it following."
Anonymous, WA (2008 Ford Ranger)"Does not have a very tight turning radius; difficult to make a 180 degree turn in tight areas requiring me to stop, back up a little, and then continue the turn."
GARY A., CA (2008 Ford Ranger)"gas mileage is bad"
WILLIAM T., ME (2008 Ford Ranger)"I do a great deal of mountain pass and foothills driving. The overdrive cutout works well. However, acceleration on these roads is slow to respond."
PETER S., WA (2008 Ford Ranger)"it's ok"
Anonymous, ME (2008 Ford Ranger)"For a truck it drives really good, don't bounce you bad like other trucks"
Anonymous, FL (2008 Ford Ranger)"Surprisingly good handling at highway speeds."
Anonymous, AB (2008 Ford Ranger)"Trans shifts very late"
Gary M., TX (2008 Ford Ranger)"4 wheel drive works well. Accelerates as needed"
Anonymous, ON (2008 Ford Ranger)"Decent acceleration but not outstanding,"
Anonymous, CO (2008 Ford Ranger)"shifts in and out of overdrive roughly"
Anonymous, TX (2008 Ford Ranger)"Stiff ride but not used for traveling but hauling"
L P., OK (2008 Ford Ranger)
"Can drive in any road conditions with general grabber 2"
Michael H., TN (2008 Ford Ranger)