2025 Ford Ranger® in Kingsport, TN
The 2025 Ford Ranger® is a midsize pickup designed around turbocharged performance, cargo utility, towing support, off-road capability, and connected cabin technology. Its four-trim lineup consists of XL, XLT, Lariat®, and Raptor, with equipment ranging from a standard 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine to the Raptor model’s 405-horsepower 3.0-liter EcoBoost® V6. Available powertrain, appearance, towing, lighting, and interior features support different driving and utility requirements. Specialized systems such as selectable drive modes, Trail Control™, FOX™ Racing Shocks with Live Valve Technology, and a Watts-link rear suspension expand the truck’s functional capabilities. The 2025 Ford Ranger® lineup also offers connected displays, camera technology, driver-assistance features, cargo-area equipment, and trim-specific comfort features.
EcoBoost® Performance and Powertrain Configurations
The 2025 Ford Ranger® offers three EcoBoost® engine configurations across its model range. Each listed engine uses turbocharged EcoBoost® technology, while output and availability vary by trim. XL comes with the 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine and a 10-speed automatic transmission, while XLT and Lariat® offer an available 2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6. The Raptor receives a standard 3.0-liter EcoBoost® V6 with Auto Start-Stop Technology. These powertrain choices provide distinct combinations of horsepower and torque for routine driving, acceleration, trailering, and specialized off-road operation.
Standard 2.3-Liter EcoBoost® Engine
The standard 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine produces 270 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. Ford pairs this engine with a 10-speed automatic transmission in the XL trim. Its output gives the standard powertrain a defined combination of performance and efficiency. The transmission supplies multiple forward ratios, allowing the powertrain to respond to changing speeds and loads. The XL trim can also be equipped with the available Trailer Tow Package when the driver requires additional trailering equipment.
Available 2.7-Liter EcoBoost® V6
The available 2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6 increases output to 315 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. Ford offers this engine on the XLT and Lariat® trims. Its additional torque supports stronger acceleration and expands the powertrain selection beyond the standard 2.3-liter engine. The XLT can also receive the available Advanced Towing Package, creating a configuration with added towing-related functionality. Within the 2025 Ford Ranger® engine range, the 2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6 occupies the middle position between the standard engine and the Raptor-specific 3.0-liter V6.
The Raptor 3.0-Liter EcoBoost® V6
The Raptor trim uses a standard 3.0-liter EcoBoost® V6 that generates 405 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque. Auto Start-Stop Technology accompanies this engine as standard equipment. This powertrain delivers the highest listed horsepower and torque figures in the 2025 Ford Ranger® lineup. Ford combines the engine with chassis equipment developed for demanding off-road operation. Electronic locking front and rear axles, specialized shocks, selectable drive modes, and dedicated suspension hardware work together to manage traction and vehicle response.
Chassis Engineering and Off-Road Systems
The 2025 Ford Ranger® chassis incorporates suspension and control technologies that support driving on paved roads and off-road terrain. Equipment availability varies by trim, with Raptor trim receiving the lineup’s most specialized off-road hardware. Depending on the selected drive mode, the truck can adjust accelerator response, transmission shifting, steering feel, traction control, stability control, suspension behavior, and differential operation. Trail Control™ manages acceleration and braking during low-speed off-road travel, while the available off-road screen supplies pitch and roll information. These systems give the driver additional tools for managing changing surfaces, vehicle orientation, and operating speeds.
FOX Shocks and Watts-Link Rear Suspension
The Raptor trim features 2.5-inch FOX Racing Shocks with Live Valve Technology. Multiple sensors monitor terrain conditions at each wheel hundreds of times per second, allowing the suspension to make rapid adjustments. FOX internal bypass damping uses Live Valve Technology to manage suspension response during off-road travel. The Raptor trim also uses a Watts-link rear suspension that keeps the rear axle centered as the suspension moves through its travel. This design limits side-to-side axle movement and helps the axle maintain its intended position beneath the truck.
The 2025 Ford Ranger® off-road configuration also includes outboard-mounted shocks and an independent front suspension. These components help manage harsh conditions away from paved surfaces. Electronic locking front and rear axles on the Raptor trim provide added control over wheel traction. The available off-road screen displays the truck’s pitch and roll angles so the driver can monitor body orientation. This combination of suspension hardware, axle technology, and displayed vehicle information supports more deliberate operation across uneven terrain.
Trail Control™ and Low-Speed Management
Trail Control™ manages vehicle acceleration and braking during low-speed off-road operation, allowing the driver to concentrate on steering. The system can operate below 20 mph when the truck uses two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. Its operating limit changes to 9 mph when four-wheel-drive low is engaged. Trail Control™ can also function in reverse at speeds up to 5 mph. These defined operating ranges support controlled progress through technical terrain and confined areas.
Selectable Drive Modes
Normal mode serves as the default setting for ordinary road conditions and prioritizes a comfortable ride. Eco mode modifies engine tuning to focus on fuel efficiency, while Sport mode increases accelerator response and provides a sportier steering feel. Sport mode also holds lower gears longer to support quicker acceleration. Tow/Haul mode reduces repeated upshifts and downshifts when the truck pulls a trailer through stop-and-go traffic or across rolling hills. Slippery mode lowers throttle response and optimizes transmission shifting for surfaces with reduced traction.
The off-road-specific modes adjust several vehicle systems for particular surfaces and operating speeds. Off-Road mode changes accelerator response, traction control, and stability control, and it can assist when the vehicle becomes stuck in deep conditions. Rock Crawl uses four-wheel-drive low, engages the rear differential lock, and activates the front trail camera at low speeds. Baja mode tunes throttle response, torque delivery, suspension, traction control, and stability control for high-speed off-road driving. Mud/Ruts supports travel across muddy, rutted, or uneven terrain, while Sand mode addresses soft, dry sand or deep snow and may help free a stuck vehicle.
Exterior Design, Cargo Utility, and Cabin Comfort
The 2025 Ford Ranger® combines trim-specific exterior treatments with functional lighting, cargo access, and in-bed electrical equipment. Four available appearance packages apply different wheel, grille, fascia, and wheel-lip molding designs. Bed lighting and zone lighting improve visibility around selected configurations, while an available box side step provides another way to access cargo. A 120-volt outlet adds a practical power source inside the bed on supported trims. Inside the cabin, available equipment includes separate temperature controls, heated features, wireless device charging, upgraded audio, and power-adjustable seating.
Appearance Packages and Lighting
The Black Appearance Package includes 18-inch black-painted wheels, a black grille center bar and surround, and a black lower valance. It also adds a body-color-painted front fascia, body-color-painted wheel-lip moldings, and black Ford Ovals at the front and rear. The STX® Appearance Package uses 17-inch silver-painted aluminum wheels, a black grille center bar and surround, a body-color-painted front fascia, and molded-in-color wheel-lip moldings. The Chrome Accent Package includes 18-inch chrome-like PVD wheels, a chrome grille center bar and surround, a body-color-painted front fascia, and body-color-painted wheel lip moldings. The Sport Appearance Package supplies 17-inch gray-painted aluminum wheels on the XLT or 18-inch machined aluminum wheels with dark pockets on the Lariat®, along with gray-painted grille and fascia elements.
LED headlamps with Auto High Beam adjust their beam setting in response to detected traffic. The system keeps the high beams active on an open road, switches to low beams after detecting other headlights, and restores the high beams after the road clears. LED projector headlamps provide greater illumination than traditional reflector headlights and come standard on Lariat® and Raptor. Zone lighting illuminates the area around the truck and also comes standard on Lariat® and Raptor. Together, these exterior lighting systems address forward visibility, surrounding-area illumination, and automatic beam control.
Cargo Access and In-Bed Equipment
LED bed lighting supports cargo loading and organization after dark. Ford includes this equipment as standard on the XLT, Lariat®, and Raptor. These three trims also receive a standard 120-volt, 400-watt in-bed outlet that can power compatible equipment or charge devices. The available box-side step integrates into the bed area to make stored cargo easier to reach. These features provide the cargo box with dedicated lighting, electrical access, and an additional physical access point.
Interior Equipment and Trim Features
The Lariat® trim includes power-adjustable, heated, leather-trimmed front seats with driver memory. An available heated steering wheel provides direct hand warmth during cold-weather driving. Available dual-zone climate control allows the driver and front passenger to select separate temperature settings. An available wireless charging pad charges a compatible smartphone without requiring a cable. The available B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® includes HD Radio™ and 10 speakers, including a subwoofer.
Trim-level convenience equipment begins with remote keyless entry on the XL. The XLT adds remote start and the Sport Appearance Package to its listed standard features. The Lariat® combines the Sport Appearance Package with heated leather-trimmed seating, driver memory, and zone lighting. The Raptor centers its standard equipment on the 3.0-liter EcoBoost® V6, FOX shocks, Watts-link rear suspension, and electronic locking axles. These distinctions allow each configuration to emphasize basic utility, added convenience, cabin comfort, or specialized performance hardware.
Connected Technology and Driver Assistance
The 2025 Ford Ranger® technology suite brings vehicle information, smartphone functions, navigation, camera views, and driver-assistance features into the cabin. Available 12-inch displays provide larger interfaces for center-stack controls and driver information. SYNC® 4A supports connected services, enhanced voice recognition, wireless smartphone integration, and over-the-air software updates. Camera systems improve visibility around and behind the truck during low-speed maneuvering. Ford Co-Pilot360™ technologies use cameras, sensors, radar, alerts, lighting controls, and braking support to assist the driver.
Displays, Navigation, and Connectivity
The available 12-inch center-stack touchscreen provides access to applications, vehicle features, and climate settings. Drivers can use the display to adjust the available Dual-Zone Electronic Temperature Control. A separate available 12-inch digital instrument display presents speed, fuel economy, fluid levels, engine information, and other vehicle data. Its layout places essential vehicle information within the driver’s viewing area. Together, the two available displays divide infotainment, cabin-control, and vehicle-status functions between the center stack and instrument panel.
SYNC® 4A provides access to communication, entertainment, and compatible applications. Enhanced voice recognition allows the driver to make phone calls, play music, and check messages through voice commands. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ support compatible smartphones for music, hands-free calls, navigation, and other connected functions. Available Connected Navigation keeps maps accessible when cellular coverage becomes unavailable, and Ford includes the service for one year. SYNC® 4A can also receive software updates over the air.
The FordPass® app supplies compatible remote features and access to roadside assistance. Drivers can also use the app to monitor maintenance, schedule service, and activate eligible Connected Services trials and plans. These app-based functions supplement the controls and information available inside the truck. Remote access allows drivers to manage selected vehicle functions without sitting inside the cabin. Maintenance monitoring and service scheduling place several ownership-related functions within the same connected platform.
Camera Visibility and Safety Technology
The available 360-Degree Camera combines front, rear, and mirror-mounted side-view cameras. It produces a bird’s-eye view around the pickup to assist with low-speed positioning. The rear-view camera shows the area behind the truck and overlays guidelines that help the driver enter parking spaces. Rear cameras operate only at speeds up to 6 mph. Rock Crawl mode can also activate the front trail camera at low speeds to support off-road wheel placement.
Ford Co-Pilot360™ Technology includes systems designed to support driver awareness and collision avoidance. Available BLIS® uses sensors to scan blind spots beside the truck and a conventional trailer. The available Lane-Keeping System alerts the driver after detecting an unintended lane departure, but it does not control the steering. After repeated lane alerts, the system displays a coffee-cup icon to suggest that the driver take a break. Auto High-Beam Headlamps scan the road ahead and switch to low beams to reduce glare for other motorists.
Pre-Collision Assist® with Automatic Emergency Braking uses sensors and radar to scan the road for vehicles and pedestrians. The system warns the driver when it detects a potential collision. If the system determines that an impact is imminent, it can apply the brakes automatically. This function supplements driver attention and does not replace the driver’s responsibility to operate the truck safely. Along with BLIS®, lane alerts, camera views, and automatic lighting, it forms part of the available driver-assistance equipment of the 2025 Ford Ranger®.
Visit Friendship Ford of Bristol in Kingsport, TN
Schedule a test drive at Friendship Ford of Bristol in Kingsport, TN, to examine the 2025 Ford Ranger® and its available equipment directly. Our team can help you review its EcoBoost® performance, 10-speed automatic transmission, selectable drive modes, and towing-related features. A test drive also provides an opportunity to assess the truck’s handling, seating comfort, display technology, camera visibility, and cabin controls. You can examine the functional differences among the XL, XLT, Lariat®, and Raptor trims while reviewing the safety and driver-assistance systems relevant to your driving needs. Contact us to arrange your visit and experience the performance, technology, comfort, utility, and control systems of the 2025 Ford Ranger® from the driver’s seat.
