2026 Ford Ranger in Santa Fe, NM | Midsize Truck Built for Work & Weekends
270 hp standard | 7,500 lbs max towing | Available now at Capitol Ford Santa Fe
2026 Ford Ranger at a glance: The new 2026 Ford Ranger arrives at Capitol Ford Santa Fe with a standard 270-hp turbocharged 2.3L EcoBoost four-cylinder or an optional 315-hp twin-turbo 2.7L V6. Every Ranger tows up to 7,500 lbs and seats five adults in a four-door SuperCrew cab with a five-foot bed. You get a 12-inch SYNC 4A portrait screen, wireless phone mirroring, and available Pro Power Onboard. Trim levels include XL, XLT, Lariat, and the off-road-focused Raptor. Edmunds ranks it the #1 Midsize Pickup Truck for 2026, and it earned an IIHS Top Safety Pick award.
What makes the 2026 Ford Ranger so capable?
You get real power without the bulk. The standard 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 delivers 270 horsepower, plenty for daily driving and hauling gear. If you want more grunt, the optional 2.7L EcoBoost V6 bumps output to 315 horsepower. Every 2026 Ford Ranger comes with a maximum towing capacity of 7,500 lbs, which means you can pull a small camper or a loaded utility trailer without breaking a sweat.
The Ranger rides on a four-door SuperCrew cab with a five-foot bed. That configuration seats up to five adults comfortably. For drivers around Santa Fe, NM, that bed space handles everything from lumber runs on Cerrillos Rd to camping gear for a weekend in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
What tech does the 2026 Ford Ranger include?
The cabin centers on a 12-inch SYNC 4A portrait touchscreen. It handles navigation, music, and truck settings without feeling cluttered. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, so you can mirror your phone the second you climb in. A 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster puts your speed, fuel, and tow data right in your line of sight.
Higher trims add a 360-degree camera system for easier parking and trailer hookups. The available Pro Power Onboard gives you a 400W outlet in the bed. That means you can charge tools or run a small fridge at a job site. Ford's Co-Pilot360 driver assist suite includes automated emergency braking, lane keeping assist, and blind spot monitoring on upper trims.
Which 2026 Ford Ranger trim fits your life?
The lineup starts with the XL work-focused model, moves to the XLT with more convenience features, and steps up to the Lariat with leather and heated front seats. At the top sits the Raptor, a desert runner with unique suspension and a 3.0L V6. Every Ranger feels sturdy inside. The Lariat trim adds power-adjustable seats, dual-zone climate control, and a heated steering wheel. You can add a towing package that includes a trailer brake controller and the 360-degree camera.
Storage cubbies are everywhere. You get an open shelf above the glove box, door pockets that fit water bottles, and a large center console. The rubberized floor mats on off-road packages clean up fast after muddy trails.
XL / XLT
Work-ready. Standard 270-hp engine. Durable vinyl or cloth seats.
Lariat
Leather seats. Heated steering wheel. 12-inch screen standard.
Raptor
3.0L V6. Off-road suspension. Power moonroof. Sliding rear window.
Why does the 2026 Ford Ranger keep winning awards?
Edmunds ranked the Ford Ranger as the #1 Midsize Pickup Truck for 2026. The Raptor edition landed on Car and Driver's 10 Best Trucks and SUVs list for its value and off-road performance. The IIHS gave the 2026 Ranger a Top Safety Pick award, praising its crash test results and standard front crash prevention.
✔ IIHS Top Safety Pick (2026)
✔ Car and Driver 10 Best Trucks & SUVs (Raptor)
✔ Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own Award
Resale value and reliability also stand out. J.D. Power rated the Ranger highly for quality, and Kelley Blue Book included it in their 5-Year Cost to Own Awards. That kind of recognition matters when you plan to keep a truck for the long haul.
*7,500 lbs maximum towing when properly equipped with the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 and towing package. MSRP excludes destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees, and optional equipment. Dealer sets final price. Horsepower and mpg figures are manufacturer estimates based on Ford SAE ratings and EPA testing. See dealer for complete details. All vehicle images shown are for illustrative purposes only. Capitol Ford Santa Fe is located at 4490 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507. Phone Sales: 505-302-3140.
Source references: Ford Motor Company, Edmunds, IIHS, Car and Driver, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book.