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| Ford Ranger EV | |
|---|---|
 Ford Ranger EV | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Production | 1997–2002 |
| Model years | 1998–2002 |
| Assembly | United States: Detroit, Michigan (final assembly) Saint Paul, Minnesota (Twin Cities Assembly Plant) (truck chassis) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact pickup truck |
| Body style | 2-door regular cab |
| Layout | Rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | Siemens Type 1 (1PV5133-4WS20 W11) three-phase AC induction motor 90 hp (67 kW), 149 ft⋅lb (202 J) |
| Transmission | 3:1 single speed reduction integrated with motor and differential |
| Battery | 22 kWh lead-acid or 26 kWh NiMH |
| Plug-in charging | SAE J1772-1998 (Avcon) connector |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 111.6 in (2,830 mm) |
| Length | 187.5 in (4,760 mm) |
| Width | 69.4 in (1,760 mm) |
| Height | 66 in (1,700 mm) |
| Curb weight | 4,196–4,700 lb (1,903–2,132 kg) |
The Ford Ranger EV (Electric Vehicle) is a battery electric compact pickup truck that was produced by the Ford Motor Company and was the automaker's first all-electric production vehicle. It was produced starting in the 1998 model year through 2002 and is no longer in production. It is built upon a light truck chassis used in the Ford Explorer. Most vehicles were sold with nickel–metal hydride batteries (NiMH). A few vehicles with lead-acid batteries were sold, but most units were leased for fleet use.
As of 2022[update], an active owner's community continues to maintain and upgrade these trucks.