Ford Ranger — MPG & Fuel Costs 2025
The UK's best-selling pickup truck. Tough, highly capable off-road, and practical, though fuel costs are higher than standard passenger cars.
The Ford Ranger is the dominant force in the UK pickup market, appealing to tradespeople, commercial fleets, and lifestyle buyers alike. It combines heavy towing capabilities (up to 3.5 tonnes) with modern car-like interior technology.
Under the hood, modern versions use 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel engines, with single or twin turbochargers, while a brawny 3.0-litre V6 diesel is available for heavy towing work. These engines require AdBlue to meet strict emissions standards.
Running a pickup means higher fuel costs. A real-world average of 28 MPG is typical for mixed driving. Utilizing two-wheel drive on tarmac and covering the cargo bed are key strategies for squeezing the most out of the large 80-litre tank.
TL;DR
28 MPG
Real-world diesel
80L
Tank capacity
£109.44
Full tank (petrol)
Real-World Fuel Economy: The Ford Ranger achieves an estimated 28 MPG in real-world UK driving conditions, accounting for a 12% WLTP real-world penalty.
Forecourt Fuel Cost: Refueling the 80-litre tank completely costs approximately £113.68 at average UK fuel price rates.
Fuel economy at a glance
28
Real-world MPG
Diesel
33.6
Official WLTP
Diesel
Annual fuel costs by mileage
| Annual mileage | Diesel |
|---|---|
| 5,000 miles/yr | £1154 |
| 7,400 miles/yr(UK average) | £1707 |
| 10,000 miles/yr | £2307 |
| 15,000 miles/yr | £3461 |
| 20,000 miles/yr | £4614 |
| Full tank (80L) | £113.68 |
| Cost per mile | 23.1p |
Based on UK average fuel prices: petrol 136.8p/L · diesel 142.1p/L. Prices updated regularly.
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Tips to get better MPG from your Ranger
Keep the rear load bed covered with a roller shutter or canopy to improve airflow and increase fuel efficiency by 5-10%.
Switch to 2WD mode (two-wheel drive) for normal road driving to reduce mechanical friction and save fuel.
Be mindful of cargo weight; carrying heavy construction tools or materials continuously will depress MPG.
Is the cheaper petrol station worth it?
In a Ford Ranger achieving ~28 MPG real-world, if you fill 64 litres and the alternative station is 10p/litre cheaper:
£6.40
Gross saving on fuel
£0.69
Cost of 3-mile detour
£5.71
Net saving ✓
You could drive up to 28 miles round-trip before the saving disappears entirely.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real-world MPG of the Ford Ranger?
The Ford Ranger achieves approximately 28 MPG diesel in real-world conditions, around 12% lower than the official WLTP figure of 33.6 MPG.
How much does it cost to fill a Ford Ranger?
The Ford Ranger has a fuel tank of 80 litres. At the UK average of 136.8p/litre for petrol, a full tank costs approximately £109.44. Diesel costs approximately £113.68 for a full tank.
What is the annual fuel cost for a Ford Ranger?
At 7,400 miles/year and 142.1p/litre diesel, a Ford Ranger costs approximately £1707 per year in diesel.
Is it worth driving to a cheaper petrol station in a Ford Ranger?
In a Ford Ranger doing ~28 MPG real-world, driving 3 miles round-trip to save 10p/litre on a 64-litre fill nets approximately £5.71 after the extra fuel cost. You could drive up to 28 miles before the saving is eaten up. Use the WorthThePump calculator for your exact situation.
How much does the Ford Ranger cost per mile in fuel?
The Ford Ranger costs approximately 23.1p per mile in diesel at current UK prices.
What is the WLTP MPG figure for the Ford Ranger?
The official WLTP fuel economy figure for the Ford Ranger is 33.6 MPG. However, real-world MPG is typically 10–15% lower than WLTP due to cold starts, air conditioning, motorway speeds, and varying loads. WorthThePump uses a 12% real-world penalty to give a more accurate estimate.
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