The 2004 Ford Ranger 4.0 V6 typically achieves a combined fuel consumption of around 16–18 miles per gallon (MPG) in average driving conditions[1][5]. According to user-submitted data, the 4.0L V6 engine with automatic transmission in an extended cab yields an average of approximately 16.6 MPG[1]. The EPA estimates for the broader Ranger lineup (which includes the V6) indicate city/hwy/combined figures of 16/21/18 MPG[5]. Real-world results can vary based on driving style, terrain, and vehicle condition.
Converting these results to metric terms, the average combined consumption is about 12–14 liters per 100 kilometers (L/100km)[2]. Sampling from international sources, the Ford Ranger 4.0 with manual transmission is often reported at 12.3 L/100km (19.1 MPG US)[2].
User forums report a range depending on driving habits:
- Aggressive or high-speed driving may drop consumption to 6.4 km/L (15.1 MPG US) or worse.
- Moderate highway speeds can see up to 7.5 km/L (17.6 MPG US).[3]
- Occasional outliers exist where owners achieve above-average efficiencies through specialized modifications or hypermiling techniques, but these are not typical.[6]
Actual range per tank (with a 19.5-gallon capacity) is estimated at 312 miles (city) to 409 miles (highway), according to EPA estimates for the model year.[5]