* 2.3L 4-cylinder: This was a very common and likely the most prevalent engine in the 1994 Ranger XLT.
* 3.0L V6: A more powerful option, also frequently found.
To know for sure what engine is in *a specific* 1994 Ford Ranger XLT, you'd need to check the vehicle's documentation (owner's manual, vehicle identification number (VIN) decoding) or look for an engine plate on the engine itself.