2023 Ram TRX: Only A Fool Would Pay $170,000 For A Raptor R

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  • čas přidán 8. 07. 2024
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Komentáře • 205

  • @alexbarr6633
    @alexbarr6633 Před rokem +76

    Way better purchase imo. Slightly more money than a standard raptor and much nicer/more capable. Picked up a 23 TRX a few weeks ago and couldn’t be happier

    • @lunamaria1048
      @lunamaria1048 Před 10 měsíci +4

      Video proof or it didn't happen 😝
      I'm joking. Calm down lol

    • @Zayyzay199
      @Zayyzay199 Před 10 měsíci +5

      Dude must be nice! I want one but unfortunately can’t afford that right now 😂

    • @Alejandro-mv1lh
      @Alejandro-mv1lh Před 10 měsíci +2

      How much did you get it for? How much do you spend a week on gas?

    • @alexbarr6633
      @alexbarr6633 Před 10 měsíci +3

      @@Alejandro-mv1lh I paid sticker. It’s got all the options so it was $106k and gas in this market is basically 50 cents a mile lol totally worth it though

    • @patrickhenry2342
      @patrickhenry2342 Před 10 měsíci

      ​@@alexbarr6633congrats

  • @etjulien
    @etjulien Před rokem +35

    The TRX is the reason I came to your channel. I miss your TRX. Thanks for the vid! I really like the TRX!!

  • @quitoduck
    @quitoduck Před rokem +91

    No question you get more bang for your buck in the TRX.

    • @JonBonesJones84
      @JonBonesJones84 Před rokem +4

      It’s lacking the luxury features of the Limited and it’s hard to hop into for women, but other than that it’s fun to play with but the steering isn’t as precise

    • @G-Rated
      @G-Rated Před rokem +1

      You misspelled “ZR2”.

    • @jasonm.1370
      @jasonm.1370 Před rokem +1

      @@G-Ratedyou mean 2024 🌮?

    • @gannethackett9323
      @gannethackett9323 Před rokem +4

      Looks way better than the Raptor R too. The Raptor looks too square, like a kids lego set.

    • @G-Rated
      @G-Rated Před rokem

      @@jasonm.1370 nah

  • @possiblynick
    @possiblynick Před 11 měsíci +17

    One thing that isn’t talked about much is the sound system comparison. The B&O system in my Raptor is trash. Ram’s TRX has a major advantage here as well. Now, I know that is not why we buy these trucks, but as a daily driver it’s sad that my radio is mostly off. It’s literally embarrassing.

  • @jeffb5713
    @jeffb5713 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Just closed a deal on the Lunar TRX , truck Is In transit

  • @TRX2021
    @TRX2021 Před rokem +27

    Hands down the better choice and I've had both Raptors and TRXs with currently having a 2021 TRX 66,500 miles and 0 issues and a 2023 TRX 2500 miles...My Raptor 2021 37" Package has had multiple issues and broken parts...Poor quality on the Ford with the Ram being exceptional quality parts and build....170K for an R is absolutely stupid....

    • @xanitrucker9946
      @xanitrucker9946 Před rokem +3

      Ram's prices are quite unreasonable too honestly, but they still make much better trucks than Ford does. Love my 22 Power Wagon.

    • @fireant1272
      @fireant1272 Před rokem +2

      I've also had an poor experience with a raptor. The quality isnt there with ford. Ram has been the best for me.

    • @TRX2021
      @TRX2021 Před rokem +1

      @fireant1272 Honesty back 10 or so years ago I would of said all Ford, but it's sad how the quality has dropped for Ford, so now Ram has the throne... Enjoy yours brother!

  • @jeebugorn
    @jeebugorn Před 10 měsíci +6

    just came from F150 to Ram Rebel and am WAY more impressed with my Rebel than i was with my F150. as such, IF i were to go higher, i would definitely get the TRX before the Raptor or Raptor R. maybe one day....maybe....

  • @jmart5302
    @jmart5302 Před rokem +12

    I have a 23 Raptor 35 (paid MSRP, in CA) but the best value is the TRX. However , they just don’t hold the value the raptors do

  • @maurice1876
    @maurice1876 Před rokem +11

    TRX for sure

  • @casmithc2
    @casmithc2 Před rokem +4

    Love the towing mirrors. Somewhat rare on the TRX!

  • @quitoduck
    @quitoduck Před rokem +31

    TRXs are taking over the luxury sport truck category

    • @This_is_Sparta83
      @This_is_Sparta83 Před rokem +2

      No they are not! People are still willing to pay over msrp on eco boast raptors. Raptor R’s aren’t even available for any amount over msrp locally to me. If trxs were taken over the truck market than raptors would not be still going for over msrp. Trxs are getting sold for sticker and even some dealers are discounting them.

    • @quitoduck
      @quitoduck Před rokem +5

      @@This_is_Sparta83 that was last year. Not this year. TRXs are a better value truck. More and more people are seeing that. Why pay similar for a V6 Raptor when you can get a supercharged V8 that's $50K cheaper than a Raptor R.

    • @This_is_Sparta83
      @This_is_Sparta83 Před rokem +2

      @@quitoduck No. raptors are still selling for over msrp. I agree with the trx being a better value but it was always a better value truck that isn’t anything new. But Dodge will never take over the sport pickup/truck category. Ford has always and will always dominate that category. There’s a reason why trxs were always available and raptor allocations were limited and over msrp. Try and get a raptor Bronco for less than 10-15k over msrp minimum lol

    • @quitoduck
      @quitoduck Před rokem +3

      @@This_is_Sparta83 that's all because Ford's limited production numbers vs Ram's production numbers. Only about 2500 Raptor Rs made for an approximate total of 3000 Ford dealers in the US while Ram has produced over 10K TRXs.

    • @ixibladeixi2639
      @ixibladeixi2639 Před rokem

      This and Jeep 392 are the only domestic vehicles worth buying even for the price.

  • @waheid7932
    @waheid7932 Před rokem +5

    I have 14 Raptor twin turbo and I was waiting for the Raptor R then saw the projected price in Saudi $155k and changed my mind. Am going for a TRX $130k and still keeping Gen 1 Raptor

    • @theherbpuffer
      @theherbpuffer Před 9 měsíci

      Waste of money may as well live in it

  • @mistriyamaric
    @mistriyamaric Před měsícem

    Just ordered my TRX after watching 100 plus videos about it 😅 Thanks Ben for your reviews. One thing I’d recommend is doing a longer and more diverse tests. I know it’s not easy with dealers but you already have a strong brand 👏

  • @acewentworth
    @acewentworth Před 9 měsíci +2

    I traded my 19 raptor for a trx and I’m not looking back. The trx interior feels really upscale compared to the raptors ‘work truck’ interior

  • @RyeitOut
    @RyeitOut Před rokem +5

    I love the TRX but they’re high on the theft list. Don’t need the headache from worrying that my truck may get stolen. I’ll be fine with a F150 Tremor

  • @BigMikeRobinsonFJB
    @BigMikeRobinsonFJB Před rokem +8

    Plus the R has the massive oil leaks. Not worth it.

  • @off-roadingcars
    @off-roadingcars Před 9 měsíci +1

    Hey you make some great informative videos, thanks. You are uniquely qualified to answer this question: Today, would you recommend a TRX or a new Raptor v6? You and many other reviewers have said the regular Raptor drives like a Mercedes S Class. How does that factor into what you recommend (TRX or regular Raptor)?

  • @wiilli7685
    @wiilli7685 Před rokem +8

    TRX all day. 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

    • @Gaby-Ton
      @Gaby-Ton Před rokem +1

      Y para toda la vida!!❤

  • @sueddo2634
    @sueddo2634 Před 11 měsíci

    Looking to switch into a truck from my SUV but my concern is how's the reliability? Daily driving this thing 80-100k miles in 6 years is my plan. Fuel cost isn't remotely a problem but those out of warranty repairs might kill it.

  • @jerryhess5564
    @jerryhess5564 Před rokem

    If you find out the material they used on the dash I’d like to know. Bought a 23 PW and noticed the difference from my 20 Rebel. Thanks

  • @jimmydean3911
    @jimmydean3911 Před rokem +1

    Hey are those seats the same as the 1500 limited night edition?

  • @TeXasDadBod
    @TeXasDadBod Před rokem +3

    I like both but one feature I like on that Raptor is the built in generator in th bed . I mean you can literally power a house with it not that you’d do that but I’ve blown truck fuses by just plugging in my electric 2200 psi power washer . So for me personally I like the TRX more but the Raptor features are much more versatile.

    • @RockyNikita
      @RockyNikita Před rokem +1

      Buy a portable generator from Harbor Freight, did this with my 22' TRX. Guess I saved $30k over the Raptor R MSRP

    • @junkyarddawgs9956
      @junkyarddawgs9956 Před rokem +1

      Trx is just better hands down! I'm a Ford guy too!!

  • @ilocanodetoy2225
    @ilocanodetoy2225 Před rokem +13

    Raptor R doesn’t have a reclining back seat, launch control, and a head up display, and it looks like just the regular Ecoboost unless you are Raptor fanatic and knows about V8 version.

    • @SS-ld2uw
      @SS-ld2uw Před 11 měsíci

      the raptor r is literally better then the trx in every performance aspect

    • @richysuave3845
      @richysuave3845 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@SS-ld2uwIf your gonna buy only for performance add another 10K to the trx and your leaving a raptor R in the dust with its plastic f150 interior for 170K LOL

    • @SSStinger6
      @SSStinger6 Před 9 měsíci

      @@richysuave3845 sure, the TRX is going to leave the R in the dust lol....that noise you just heard was your credibility leaving the Comments section, by the way

    • @frankstallcup8720
      @frankstallcup8720 Před 9 měsíci

      @@richysuave3845
      I paid 130,000 for the Raptor R: drove the TRX, it’s not even in the same ballpark as the Raptor R, the ride in the Raptor alone beats the TRX, the TRX drives like a tank with a big engine
      130,000 Raptor 110,00 TRX, I’ll pay 20,000 more for the better truck. 170,000i would do the 37 package raptor over the TRX

    • @richysuave3845
      @richysuave3845 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@frankstallcup8720you sir are correct . When your only used to plastic trim / cheap Interior all your life , once you get in a TRX it Definitely gives you a tank kind of feel.

  • @meadmaker4525
    @meadmaker4525 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Dream truck!! Such a shame Ram has killed off the TRX. Wish I had the money to get one of the limited "Last Edition" TRXs. They'll be collector's items after 2024.

  • @bowtech1020
    @bowtech1020 Před rokem +1

    So how much does it cost to look cool again. Because I can't think of any other reasons to own these trucks trx/raptor.

  • @deeS.414
    @deeS.414 Před rokem

    The TRX is beautiful a Low key Rebel with Hell of a Engine .

  • @moemohamed8723
    @moemohamed8723 Před 9 měsíci

    get well soon!

  • @FabianRodriguez1991
    @FabianRodriguez1991 Před rokem

    Does the rear window still leak?

  • @frederickdouglass7517
    @frederickdouglass7517 Před rokem +28

    I wish they'd make a normal height street version of this! I could do without the lift kit, off road stuff personally.

    • @Dior444L
      @Dior444L Před rokem +2

      Buy it, and lower it

    • @frederickdouglass7517
      @frederickdouglass7517 Před rokem +8

      @@Dior444L More trouble than its worth. Besides there's a lot more to it than just lowering it.

    • @intencitie
      @intencitie Před rokem

      They’re not going to do that cause then they would be competing with the f150 super snake sport

    • @frederickdouglass7517
      @frederickdouglass7517 Před rokem

      @@intencitie And? Since the TRX is $20K cheaper it would still sell. I would have one of each If I wasn't so cheap!

    • @gameonyolo1
      @gameonyolo1 Před rokem

      Hellcat?

  • @davedavidson9638
    @davedavidson9638 Před rokem +3

    Couldn’t agree more the white TRX is the way too go!

  • @Stormbringer505
    @Stormbringer505 Před 8 měsíci

    I just saw this exact type dodge ram TRX on ebay with 9 k miles for 69 grand . Nice truck .

  • @perryhenrickson7750
    @perryhenrickson7750 Před rokem +2

    It's still a lot of cash for a truck. Never mind fuel. Most people would pick the Power Wagon.

  • @gxguy2906
    @gxguy2906 Před 11 měsíci

    I wish they have a big-screen infotainment system like the tundra...

  • @dman2289
    @dman2289 Před rokem +6

    Week earlier how great the Raptor is now it’s the TRX again which hands down has a much nicer interior.

  • @IBleedEvanescence
    @IBleedEvanescence Před rokem +3

    All these comments about the Ram being better than the Ford- currently I'm a dyno tester here at F-150 assembly Dearborn Michigan where we assemble different variants of the F-150 including the Raptor. The Raptor R is a beast- not just under the hood but where it really counts if you're a Baja enthusiast- the suspension, yeah it might be on the expensive side and fundamentally considered the Lincoln of Baja trucks- but it's not for everyone, so if you can't afford it just say so and go with your TRX and settle for less. RAM is too closely related to Jeep and we all know how good quality Jeep is.. if you don't then you're just being ignorant

    • @fireant1272
      @fireant1272 Před rokem +1

      My raptor had so many issues. Thank goodness for the lemon law. Fords quality is lacking big time. Way to many issues. Rams are a way better built truck.

    • @SSStinger6
      @SSStinger6 Před 9 měsíci

      what does 'Lincoln' of Baja trucks mean?

    • @fireant1272
      @fireant1272 Před 9 měsíci +2

      @@SSStinger6 means it's unreliable and king of recalls😂

    • @SSStinger6
      @SSStinger6 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@fireant1272 🤣

    • @IBleedEvanescence
      @IBleedEvanescence Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@SSStinger6 metaphorically a higher offering for off-road racing from Ford

  • @RoRo-mm1vx
    @RoRo-mm1vx Před 8 měsíci

    Road in one at Texas State Fair yesterday AFUCKINGMAZING GOT A INSTANT WOODY!!! DUDE HAD IT IN BAJA SETTING WOW JUMPING HILLS AND PUNCHING IT...... I'M SOLD I'VE GOTTA HAVE ONE.

  • @francofranco3306
    @francofranco3306 Před rokem

    i love mines, waited 8 months before i got it....

  • @jbarres80
    @jbarres80 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Sounds awesome but 105 at 6-9% ima need a massaging seat

  • @johnnyfreeman1018
    @johnnyfreeman1018 Před rokem +6

    Next vid:Raptor R is the baddest beast and the price is worth it

    • @BenHardyCars
      @BenHardyCars  Před rokem +3

      Exposed

    • @ryaneb1370
      @ryaneb1370 Před rokem

      Jokes on you the truck doesn’t actually cost that much. It just cost that much with dealer markups. If you want to give dealers $50k-$70k tips for selling you a truck than. You’re pretty special.

  • @YerBoyTroy
    @YerBoyTroy Před rokem +23

    Seems like the Raptor R performs better when pushed to its limits from all the reviews I've scene. Outside of that though I think the TRX is overall just better when you consider what you get at this price point. Still crazy capable, and decently priced and the best looking of the bunch

  • @lionjudah4860
    @lionjudah4860 Před 10 měsíci

    Can you put 20 or 22 on the trx

  • @evanharris3802
    @evanharris3802 Před 11 měsíci

    Had a Raptor R. Also have a TRX. TRX is the nicer truck hands down. Performance about equal. Sold the R.

  • @johngrier5949
    @johngrier5949 Před rokem

    Best truck I ever owned..2023 level 2

  • @tommiepeoples8416
    @tommiepeoples8416 Před 9 měsíci

    My dream truck

  • @kashifrasheed2187
    @kashifrasheed2187 Před 8 měsíci

    Nice and solid ❤

  • @PatriotDave17
    @PatriotDave17 Před rokem +2

    Whatever, I'm still plan on getting the 2024 Raptor R!💯

    • @GreenTense
      @GreenTense Před rokem

      Ok bud, at least you won’t have to worry about it getting stolen so l guess that’s a win on itself!

  • @pickygarage
    @pickygarage Před rokem +2

    the only issue i had with the trx is that everyone tries to steal it 24/7 I had to deal with 3 incidents where they tried to steal my truck.

    • @drakeanton2000
      @drakeanton2000 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Make sure you’re getting proper security

  • @Moodamage
    @Moodamage Před rokem +1

    What year will the facelift version come out?

  • @axelaguilera1765
    @axelaguilera1765 Před 11 měsíci

    Both trx and raptor r are beast but I will pay however it cost

  • @wstevenson2004
    @wstevenson2004 Před rokem +1

    Cars and trucks are just too expensive these days. 100k is just too much and 170k is insanity for any pickup truck.

  • @Cruizerstylin
    @Cruizerstylin Před rokem

    I’m actually considering selling my 2003 hummer H1 for a TRX pulleys spec

  • @user-vw5je5qo2r
    @user-vw5je5qo2r Před rokem +3

    The real question Is If you were given the chance to buy a Raptor R at MSRP would you do it over the TRX? I know I would

    • @kylebrenay174
      @kylebrenay174 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Nope, I went from a 2021 Raptor V6 to a 22 TRX. Both loaded and I would do TRX over the Raptor, even with the comparable V8s and price...

  • @user-cz1rc4ej5o
    @user-cz1rc4ej5o Před 7 měsíci

    Beautiful lovely car ❤❤

  • @tomkachadoorian5553
    @tomkachadoorian5553 Před rokem

    Why do they cover up the engine?

  • @casmithc2
    @casmithc2 Před rokem

    Ben, you failed to show us the Bed Step!

  • @jackking5631
    @jackking5631 Před rokem +1

    Wonder how much markup are TRX selling now. We are living in a world that 120k of a truck is a deal 😅

  • @spinevice7689
    @spinevice7689 Před rokem

    Its not on the website!

  • @semper7717
    @semper7717 Před rokem +1

    10 miles per gal. Geez, gas for this vehicle is a car payment

  • @thanosianthemadtitanic
    @thanosianthemadtitanic Před rokem +4

    arguably the least fuel efficient Vechile ever

  • @davidj1878
    @davidj1878 Před 9 měsíci

    How to I turn off the head lights when the car is on ? I was trying to watch fireworks with my kids but it was pissing everyone off in front of me.

  • @simonj126
    @simonj126 Před rokem +1

    Hey everyone we are going to review the ram TRX....yes, again, since the 3 yr old one in my garage didnt get enought views.

  • @PrismEMP
    @PrismEMP Před 4 měsíci

    10 mpg is crazy

  • @ktpinnacle
    @ktpinnacle Před rokem +1

    Frankly, manufacturers and dealers are asking stupid money for all kinds of vehicles. And far too many people seem to be willing to pay it, so here we are.

  • @Noypi54494
    @Noypi54494 Před rokem +1

    Made in Mexico at Saltillo factory

  • @tira_otro_cambio
    @tira_otro_cambio Před 10 měsíci

    If you CAN I would get one before they stop making them the TRX is like a limited edition truck and better than the competition in my opinion.

    • @SSStinger6
      @SSStinger6 Před 9 měsíci

      Isn't that true of the R too?

    • @tira_otro_cambio
      @tira_otro_cambio Před 9 měsíci +1

      @TouchdownJesus7 I don't know but the raptor debuted in 2009 it's old news this TRX is new and about to be put out of production so it's kind of limited edition in my opinion.

  • @user-pp2cj7rx7c
    @user-pp2cj7rx7c Před 7 měsíci

    Nice ❤

  • @ivansSpam
    @ivansSpam Před 11 měsíci

    I don’t think I realized how many vents where fake on the trx

  • @snakepl1skin
    @snakepl1skin Před rokem

    i agree man even with the color. The black laramie or rebel look great but the black TRX is underwhelming. WHITE TRX ALL THE WAY

  • @DexterMontgomery-qm5fu
    @DexterMontgomery-qm5fu Před 10 měsíci

    Did he say 10 in town?

  • @ThirdBrainLives
    @ThirdBrainLives Před rokem

    Good boy

  • @dxger
    @dxger Před 11 měsíci

    That 70k you saved is gonna creep back in when you realise how much you're spending on fuel

  • @Luminary2024
    @Luminary2024 Před rokem

    Dodge is delusional for this price. I’d get a m4 stage 3 and a newish reg ram on the side for the work and probably save a bit still.

  • @user-tt3br7uw8y
    @user-tt3br7uw8y Před 11 měsíci

    100k is more than enough

  • @Ihateithere759
    @Ihateithere759 Před 8 měsíci

    Why tf is it advertised as 4x4 if it's awd how have they not been suited for that

  • @lavelllrobbs
    @lavelllrobbs Před 11 měsíci

    14 on the Highway…

  • @jonathancerdan4199
    @jonathancerdan4199 Před rokem +1

    I wonder if my wife would notice if I trade my limited longhorn 2022 for this beast they both white lol

  • @Olecurtybastard
    @Olecurtybastard Před rokem

    If only it wasnt all wheel drive 😢

  • @milplayer17
    @milplayer17 Před rokem

    170k...

  • @ryanbowers5799
    @ryanbowers5799 Před rokem +1

    Ford owners have a few loose screws. Pay far more for inferior products with some of the worst quality control and reliability.

  • @user-tk7xt3wq8r
    @user-tk7xt3wq8r Před 5 měsíci

    650 lb feet of torque

  • @dhtowngw9056
    @dhtowngw9056 Před 9 měsíci

    Whoever’s stupid enough to pay over more than 5K over msrp is the real fool. I see people paying at or a little over sticker all the time. Not sure whos really letting the dealer dupe them for $170K for a RR. Instead of paying that you should just move on to a dealer who won’t over charge like that.

  • @Praporang
    @Praporang Před rokem

    клевая тачка.

  • @SuperTipsLLCs35
    @SuperTipsLLCs35 Před rokem +1

    Bruh just missed it

  • @robertcox8994
    @robertcox8994 Před 5 měsíci

    170k that dealer mark up added in stop that nonsense

  • @dannyhoward3437
    @dannyhoward3437 Před rokem +1

    Only a fool would pay an extra $20,000 for gray paint.

  • @LuciferRatzinger187
    @LuciferRatzinger187 Před 2 měsíci

    💯❤️TRX

  • @Pinoydiabloimmortal
    @Pinoydiabloimmortal Před rokem

    dodge build challenger 170 that engine going to trx too probably soon.

  • @ilocanodetoy2225
    @ilocanodetoy2225 Před 9 měsíci

    More TRX sold than Raptor R so TRX wins.

  • @leeolson9103
    @leeolson9103 Před 10 měsíci

    SLOW DOWN!!!!! Are you trying for the speed talking record?

  • @WewuzKangz85
    @WewuzKangz85 Před rokem

    Ford resale is better. And fords parent company isn’t dongfeng motors. And I also like have the option of rwd.

  • @williamstoddard1089
    @williamstoddard1089 Před rokem

    Anyone paying the prices of a new truck is stupid
    Cost to build is about 35000
    Asking 85000 is total bullshit.
    Hope the dealership enjoys paying the taxes in them as they sit on the lot with no sales.

  • @slimmdolfancutta8686
    @slimmdolfancutta8686 Před 11 měsíci

    Did he say 10 miles on gas? Tf.. that's ridiculous

  • @TheCpomp
    @TheCpomp Před 11 měsíci

    The price is cringeworthily high. Imagine paying Porsche price for a pickup truck lmao

  • @coryb9514
    @coryb9514 Před 8 měsíci

    TRX is now extinct. Long love the the King Raptor 🤣🤣

  • @kevinmilam7503
    @kevinmilam7503 Před 10 měsíci

    The new Ford raptor r it proven it beat the trx for only $ 60 thousand less

  • @clints8731
    @clints8731 Před 8 měsíci

    So what kind of money does a guy have to make to be able to justify buying one of these?

  • @andrerobinson7865
    @andrerobinson7865 Před rokem

    V8s are the best engine....

  • @user-qh4zf6qg4d
    @user-qh4zf6qg4d Před rokem

    I’d sell my left leg for this truck

  • @boss302nard
    @boss302nard Před rokem +5

    Honestly, if you factor in inflation, this is an $11,000 truck.

  • @kalebkruger6702
    @kalebkruger6702 Před 11 měsíci

    I'm not even gonna watch this and I bet 100% they say to buy a raptor over the TRX