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Old May 16, 2007 | 10:22 AM
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I'm testing the claim that the '07 ranger 4x2 with the 2.3L and 5-spd manual will get 30+ mpg ...

Just picked up my new ranger this week. I'll try to post some pics soon if I get a chance.
 
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Old May 16, 2007 | 10:28 AM
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...that's an expensive test...
 
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Old May 16, 2007 | 10:34 AM
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Who made that claim? I see only 29 highway in the brochure. But still, congrats on the new truck.
 
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Old May 16, 2007 | 10:41 AM
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Thanks ...

The sticker on the truck claims that the epa rating for highway is "... between 27 and 34 mpg ..."

Just joking about testing the claim, but I really need a commuter vehicle that gets good gas milage because it feels like I drive all over hell and back every week.
 
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Old May 17, 2007 | 09:38 AM
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Keep us up to date on the milage.

My '07 ranger is gaining just a little bit better milage on every tank of gas.


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Old May 17, 2007 | 10:05 AM
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Where did they get that sticker?
http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/calcu...umn=1&id=22887
Of course with the new 2008 mileage rating.........
Why would anyone buy a truck to save gas? Either buy a gas saver or buy a truck they don't come together in all my years of driving.
Example: my Mom's 2004 Buick Regal V6 3800. Just under 36 mpg all highway I drove right lane up to Boston and fast lane home. This is one of those samples where the size of the car matches the drivetrain and driving style.
 
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Old May 17, 2007 | 10:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Victory
But take note, that the 2007 guide reports the Ranger (24/29) as the Fuel Economy Leader in the Standard p/u truck class.
http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/FEG2007intro.pdf
 

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Old May 17, 2007 | 10:40 AM
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The best I'm getting with the(2006) 2.3 is 26 mpg without the air cond. running.
 
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Tag for the update.


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Old May 17, 2007 | 05:03 PM
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Hey blueranger99, if its ok to ask, what did you give for your Ranger? I'm looking at getting a 2007 4x2 Reg cab 5 speed 4 cylinder for my commute.(75 miles rd trip a day) I'd like to get it for 12,000 or less but I hate dealing with salesmen. If you dont wanna say I understand.
 
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Old May 17, 2007 | 05:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Victory
Why would anyone buy a truck to save gas? Either buy a gas saver or buy a truck they don't come together in all my years of driving.
Example: my Mom's 2004 Buick Regal V6 3800. Just under 36 mpg all highway I drove right lane up to Boston and fast lane home. This is one of those samples where the size of the car matches the drivetrain and driving style.

Because your mom's Buick won't carry my tools like the ranger will ...

Not trying to be sarcastic, but my 99 ranger gets between 17 and 20 mpg regardless of city / highway ( unless I let it sits idling for long periods of time, which I try to avoid). Driving a vehicle that gets over 30 mpg will cut my fuel costs substantially. I chose the new ranger because I need some carrying capacity and I have had really good luck with the old one.

I'll post some pics Mon or Tues - have to borrow my friend's digital camera ...
 

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Old May 17, 2007 | 05:16 PM
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Originally Posted by wyazel1
Hey blueranger99, if its ok to ask, what did you give for your Ranger? I'm looking at getting a 2007 4x2 Reg cab 5 speed 4 cylinder for my commute.(75 miles rd trip a day) I'd like to get it for 12,000 or less but I hate dealing with salesmen. If you dont wanna say I understand.
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Old May 17, 2007 | 10:22 PM
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Thanks ...

The sticker on the truck claims that the epa rating for highway is "... between 27 and 34 mpg ..."

Actually if you look close, the sticker should state something like "The EPA has determined that this vehicle type typically gets 27 to 34 mpg"

Basically this range is what a small 4 cylinder pickup should be expected to get, this way you can compare how this truck compares to others in its class.
 
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Old May 24, 2007 | 03:54 PM
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Pictures are here, but I haven't burned a tank of gas yet to calculate the milage ... still waiting for the bed liner install.

 
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Old May 24, 2007 | 04:46 PM
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My Dad's '96 Ranger has gotten as high as 28+ mpg. The 2.3L is a very efficient engine for these trucks, though a bit gutless. It is adequate, but don't expect to win any races.
 
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