The 2026 Ford Ranger delivers major midsize muscle, best-in-class comfort, and exclusive tech features. Plus, these trucks are now available with new appearance and performance options!
Key Takeaways
- For 2026, Ford’s midsize truck introduces a few new appearance options. It also makes the FX4 Off-Road Package available for the base XL!
- Thanks to its roomy comfort, smooth ride, and exclusive technology, the Ranger is Louisiana’s favorite midsize truck.
- Choose from three outstanding engine options for the performance you crave.
- Order banks for the 2026 Ranger are open! Visit your local Ford dealer to build yours.
What’s new for the 2026 Ford Ranger?
For 2026, the Ranger offers some new appearance features, including a new exterior paint option: Avalanche. You can also equip the mid-level XLT and upscale Lariat trucks with a new power moonroof. On the performance side of things, the FX4 Off-Road Package is finally available for the base XL. And that makes it easy to transform the most affordable Ranger truck into an intrepid adventurer! (Just like last year, you can also add this rugged performance gear to the XLT and Lariat trims.)
Is the 2026 Ford Ranger good for daily driving in Louisiana?
Ford’s midsize truck is known for both its sporty prowess and surprisingly smooth ride. So whether you’re headed into backwoods territory or commuting across Lake Pontchartrain, the Ranger is an excellent daily driver! And the Ranger’s finer points don’t end there. Every trim model treats you to a roomy SuperCrew cabin, smartphone-friendly infotainment, and savvy safety aids. And moving up the list of trim models — XL, XLT, Lariat, and Raptor — only improves your everyday drive.
XL
Get a great price on an ultramodern midsize truck!
- 17-inch steel wheels
- Cloth upholstery
- 8-inch digital instrument panel
- SYNC 4 infotainment with 10-inch central touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Remote keyless entry with remote tailgate lock
- LED headlamps and halogen fog lamps
- Ford Co-Pilot360 safety aids (including a rearview camera, forward collision mitigation, and lane-keeping assist)
- FordPass remote vehicle access (including remote ignition)
XLT
Check out the XLT for extra creature comforts and optional features!
- 17-inch Gray aluminum wheels
- Leather-wrapped gear shifter
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Connected Navigation (one-year trial)
- Carpeted flooring
- LED headlamps, tail lamps, and fog lamps
- Remote ignition (via key fob)
- Rear parking sensors and Reverse Brake Assist
Lariat
Upgrade your Ranger experience with the Lariat’s upscale creature comforts.
- 18-inch aluminum wheels with Dark pockets and all-terrain tires
- ActiveX upholstery
- Power-adjustable, heated front seats with driver memory
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter
- 12-inch digital instrument panel
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- SYNC 4 with 12-inch central touchscreen
- 10-speaker B&O sound system
- Ambient interior lighting
- Intelligent Access with push-button start
- Power-folding, heated exterior mirrors with security approach lamps
- Power-sliding rear window
- Exterior Zone Lighting
- 360-degree camera
- Front parking sensors
- Adaptive cruise control
Raptor
Enjoy both top-tier off-roading capabilities and rich interior luxury!
- 17-inch Gray aluminum wheels with all-terrain tires
- Leather-trimmed seating
- Power-adjustable, heated front seats with driver memory
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- 12-inch digital instrument panel
- SYNC 4 with 12-inch central touchscreen
- 10-speaker B&O sound system
- Pro Power Onboard (400 W)
- Six upfitter switches in overhead console
- Power-sliding rear window
- Fox Racing Shocks with Live Valve Technology
- Locking front and rear axles
- Watts-link rear suspension
- Heavy-duty skid plates
Engine options carry over unchanged for 2026! That means you’ll enjoy the same three choices that debuted for the 2024 model year, including the Ranger Raptor’s exclusive 405-horsepower twin-turbo V6. The other models come standard with a 270-horsepower EcoBoost engine, but you can always add strength to the XLT and Lariat models with the optional 315-horsepower V6!
Available Ranger Powertrains
- Standard 2.3L turbocharged 2.3L four-cylinder engine (270 hp, 310 lb-ft)
- Available for XLT, Lariat: 2.7L turbo V6 (315 hp, 400 lb-ft)
- Raptor-exclusive 3.0L turbo V6 (405 hp, 430 lb-ft)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive or optional four-wheel drive
How do I order the 2026 Ford Ranger?
Order banks for the new Ranger are officially open! Visit your local Ford dealer to build the perfect midsize truck for your Louisiana adventures. Drivers in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, can swing by Banner Ford of Mandeville to get started.