Description
Ford introduced the third generation of its light pickup-truck in 1997 as a 1998 model, but two years later, it offered the Super Cab version, with a few other improvements.
While the F-Series was the king of pickup-trucks, its smaller brother Ranger tried to make its way on the market. Unlike its European sibling, which was offered with a diesel engine, the American version was fitted exclusively with gasoline units and, in the Super Cab version, with plenty of room behind the seats.
Ranger didn't have to be ashamed with its bigger brothers. To show that, it featured a similar front fascia, with the classic black grille. Unlike the non-facelifted, 1998 model, the 2000 Ranger featured different headlights, with the turn-signals installed on the headlights' outer side and not underneath them. Another important modification was the plastic front bumper, which replaced the previously used metallic, chromed one. Both vehicles were very similar in the back, with just a few touches on the tailgates for the 2000 model.
Inside, the Ranger was a mix between a pickup and a regular car. The center stack featured the climate controls and the stereo. Ford chose to install a column-shifter for vehicles fitted with an automatic transmission, while for those with a manual, Ranger had a floor-mounted gear-stick. Behind the seats, there was a space good for tools or some luggage. Unlike the bigger versions, it didn't feature rear seats, but at least had some in-cabin storage compartment.
Ford offered the Ranger with a choice of V6 or V8 engines, rear or all-wheel-drive.
