The Ford Ranger is the Best Midsize Truck and it Isn't Even Close
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- čas přidán 28. 06. 2024
- I was indifferent to the Ford Ranger until I started looking at the numbers. Here we'll go over a bunch of them, and I'll make the case for why the Ranger is the best midsize truck on the market, offering significantly more than the segment sales leader, the Toyota Tacoma.
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My first car was 2004 Ranger. Drove that bad boy for 371,000 miles. Absolutely loved it. Haven’t had a truck in 3 years. ( got married. Had a baby) Think I’m gonna get me the XLT.
What engine did you have in your 04
I've got the 03 xlt, been in the family since new! Good truck. I'm really liking what I'm seeing from the new version, very nice! Maybe some day 😂
Just bought this truck last week. Lariat Crew Cab FX4 White Platinum Tri coat and sport appearance. I love this truck. Sticker was 47k but end of year clearance (she’s a 2020) got it down to 39k.
To all the people who say should’ve just bought a F150 for that money? If you can find me a 2020 Lariat F150 for 40k show it to me. Impossible to get this tech and trim for this price in a F150...plus I already have a full size RAM. This Ranger fits in my garage.
*edit. For those complaining about the tailgate not being dampened? It’s a $18 part on Amazon and 12 minute install.
That's an impressive deal. And that tailgate damper part sounds like a no-brainer - good tip!
Been watching videos all day and finally found someone with the same features/trim as mine. Glad to see you like it as I just got mine so I'm looking forward to getting some use out of it. Cheers
I was in the market for a new truck in 2020. Did a bunch of research and number comparisons; landed on the Ranger. hands down better value in every category than any other truck, and by a wide margin.
Nice review! The videos are getting better and better!
Thanks!
My favorite thing about the ranger is def the powertrain. Comparing to the Taco TRD Pro I was driving around, this is way smoother and no where near as sluggish. The Taco does look nicer but my tremor looks pretty cool blacked out..
I think the ranger looks better personally. I'm struggling to choose between the ranger xlt and Tacoma sr5. I'm leaning more towards the ranger, I don't plan on off-roading, just want an affordable truck to get to and from work with the occasional trip to home depot
@@chimchu3232 XLT man. No Question. Imo, it only becomes a competition in the higher trim Tacos/Rangers. Not to mention that a Ranger xlt 2x4 produces much better MPG over the Taco.
@@andyvaldez212 that's what I'm thinking too. Thanks for the info
Picking up my XLT tremor on Friday can’t wait.
@RxBST love it no regrets.
@@peytonl4924 I haven’t been seeing them in dealerships. Did you have to special order it? How much can it tow?
@@BushRat253 7500lbs for towing. The tremor pack is pretty rare. I picked mine up a couple of weeks ago coming from a 2wd xlt ranger.
How long did yours take ?
The big deal about the undampened tailgate is the biggest gimmick out there. Nobody unlatches their tailgate and just lets it drop. You use your hand to lower the tailgate instead. I don't see the big deal with the interior being a lot of plastic. The only thing my hand is on is the steering wheel and the shifter. I see everyone make a big deal about it, but it has never once entered my mind while driving any vehicle. As far as the Ranger goes, the one thing I wish they offered was a manual transmission. Of course I wish every vehicle made offered one. Other than that it seems like a nice truck. I personally would opt for the extended cab instead of the crew cab so I would get a longer bed.
dampening it yourself is so easy, costs like 50 bucks and 30 minutes.
I just bought an XLT about a week and half ago and after driving it for one full week, I really love it. It's more on the basic end of the XLT but it's such a nice truck to drive. It's so smooth and tall, I couldn't be happier with it.
I wanted a Tacoma, but the ranger is really making me reconsider. Still happy with it?
@@chimchu3232 the ranger is really good only thing is in the fx4 package it feels really bumpy on road like you feel everything
I test drove a new Ranger today, and I'm impressed. I would have taken it home if I could have. It was solid on the road, has plenty of spunk ( I was speeding the entire test drive, oops), and it was comfortable. I cannot wait to get one.
XLT Crew Cab w/FX4 package is what I'd buy!
@@ChrisONeillUSA That's the one I own. It's not a week old yet and so far I love it!
Love my Ranger, got it Memorial Day weekend. Lariat FX4 with the black appearance package as well “all murdered out look”
I just got one picking it up tmr did it come with bed liner alr or did you have to get it
What a outstanding review. So articulate and relatable. I'm ordering a 2023 right now. Thanks and bravo.
So glad to hear it was helpful! This comment has made my day!
Y’all. I just bought it 2 days ago. GET IT. You won’t REGRET it!!!!!!
I love my 2019 Lariat 4x4. I drive it comfortably from Indiana to Virginia often. Nice review thanks.
Wow
Outside the US Ford recently put in a new diesel in the Ranger. 210 hp and 369 fl-lb of torque from a 2.0 liter 4 cylinder biturbo. The engine is available in the higher trim levels one of which being the Ranger Raptor.
😳
They have been running diesels in these trucks for years in Aus and in Europe. What's nice, is that the payload on those trucks is much higher there than in North America.
there are after market accessories for the bed via adding power outlets and dampening system for the tailgate so when I get mine i will most likely do that! Great video
The tail gate is super light weight unless you are a weak guy I guess
aftermarket and factory*
Just got my ranger XLT 4x4 and I'm in love.
Must be nice smh
The Ranger was engineered and designed in Australia (Melbourne) and the Bronco as well. The Ranger started life in 2011. Since then it has been the number two best seller sometimes number 1. Approaching its 10 year on the road is still is number 1 or 2 in sales. If it was so unreliable as some comments suggest then why would it still sell so well. The fact is that's its a very good product. If you prefer Toyota or an F150 then go and buy one. Stop you big winge, the Ranger is a huge seller all around the world. The USA is the last country to get it as Ford believed that it would negatively impact on the F150 sales. In Australia we have so many more variations than you do in the USA.
I love Australia!! MAD MAX I wish we had the Falcon XB in the states mate.
@@Ghosthound_X I wish you did as well. Ford USA would NOT allow Ford Australia to engineer a Left hand drive Falcon and export it as they thought it would adversely effect the sales of the Crown.
Victoria . Conversely GM did allow Holden to engineer and export a left hand drive Holden, and it went to the USA along with other countries.
In the USA it appeared as the Pontiac GTO and as the G8 the longer model Statesman was used as police cars.
Great review! I just ordered a ‘23 XL crew cab 2wd with locking diff, tow pkg, & bedliner. It’s actually pretty utilitarian. I’m trading my ‘18 Wrangler JLU, which has been pretty disappointing in terms of reliability. It’s paid for, and they’re giving me almost what I paid for it 3 years ago, and I’ll only owe about 2K on the Ranger!
Well done!
My elderly dad leased one in 19 ... similar to yours except magnetic ... I was leery of it but now I grab it and drive it to work (30 miles each way) a couple times a week just to tack on miles ... it handles and drives great. That 2-3 is a great, peppy, unit. When the Broncos were announced with this as the base engine it was pleasant news. Only complaint - just one - is the tiny temperature controls!! And - my son had to have a Tacoma and bought one (a 2018 model year) last spring and wishes every day that he’d have got the Ranger.
finally somebody who knows this vehicle has been in Australia since 2011, its only new to North America since 2019
I love my full size truck but the Ranger makes me want to be unfaithful.
It’s not a heavy tailgate....it’s one of the only pieces of Aluminum on the truck. Man up dude!
nah
lol look at the guy. He weighs 90lbs
You are spot on bro , not even close!
What's great about the interior with the hard touch is that it's super easy to clean I believe in my option in my experience driving my2020 xlt ranger. And let's be honest how often are you touching top of your dash when driving.
Both very good points!
For real man, I have an 06 ranger sport with vinyl lined floors, simple clean. It's excellent imo. I don't care for plush interiors in pickup trucks.
Hey Chris,
great review. Very competently So I subscribed. The Ford Ranger out here has a payload of 1119kg (2466lbs) in a pretty high trim level.
Greetings from Germany
Thanks Stefan! The Ranger's payload elsewhere is even more impressive. Here in the US it comes down a little because in order to be competitive, and compliant with regulations, Ford has to add in additional safety structure and some extra tech, which adds to the base weight. Still, it's a shame the bar is so low for towing and payload here when it comes to midsize trucks. Another part of it is that the truck manufacturers want to protect their full-size offerings, which are the real money makers.
@@ChrisONeillUSA the last part I suggeseted as well. And in other parts of the world your fullsizes are either to big (smaller streets down town, parking space) and/or they need to much gas. And gas in Germany e.g. is right now US-$ 6.44 a gallon and that is not premium. Diesel is today at 5.60 right here. And so these midsize trucks have to do the work of your bigger ones.
Towing is limited in a lot of parts of the world to 3.5 tons (7700lbs). For more you need at least a 7.5 ton truck and a special drivers license.
Anyway I realy enjoyed your review. The only thing to criticize is that the camera was a bit dark at the interior.
Just got my lariat Ranger last week. After owning two Tacoma’s which were great. I LOVE my new Ranger! First time Ford owner.
How How do you like the Ranger since you’ve had it for a month now? Compared to the two Tacoma’s
@@justinl8455 I like it better than the Tacoma’s .. Nicer interior. More power. Looks sharper inside and outside. Still running tight with no squeaking or any kind of noises. Spent an extra $700 to get it professionally under coated. I don’t keep it garaged. Plan on keeping it for a long time. Never been a Ford person. Always was a GM and Toyota owner. But I could not resist buying the new Ranger Lariat.
@@barryarsenault9796 they are good trucks .. I have Ford F-150, dodge 2500 , Chevy 1500 and now I am on my third 3rd Tacoma .. but I have driving a few rangers and they are bad ass ..
Fanboys of any car brand are annoying but this is gonna piss off those mental midget Toyota guys for sure
Good! 😂
Dangggg that was on point mate.
The ranger is a good truck .. Anyone who buys one will like it ..
@@justinl8455 Add some more spunk with the pro cal tune!
🤣🤣🤣
Good overview. Looking forward to the 2023 update. Hopefully they go full aluminum body (no rust would be nice), 2.7L Ecoboost V6, and better interior and headlights. Those are my wishes anyway lol. I'd consider one then. I doubt Ford will do those things because it would cannibalize sales from the F150 but I have no need for a full size.
Cannot get a turning radius from the Ford rep ?
Emergency brake is real not fake like f149 !
Fuel filter removes water and dirt ,f149 builds up in tank needs a $1000 pump out and disposal ,did myself for less than 2nd 1000 prices. Gave me a 55gallon drum with 25 gallons in it ! Apparently I overfilled the tank?
I'll be in the market for an F150 in about a year, but if they drop the 2.7 in the ranger I'll stay with Ranger 👌🏼
well you pretty much got everything you wanted
I just went over 1000 miles on my 2022 4x4 Ranger. I went from Phoenix to Los Angeles and back getting 27.2 MPG at an average of 70-72 MPH.
That's awesome! Great data point.
I just picked up a 2019 Lariat with 32K miles last week. Its fully loaded as well and I'm in love with it. Hands down the best vehicle I've ever owned in terms of build quality and comfort. I test drove a Tacoma and wasn't impressed. It felt cheaper on the inside and the floorboard was way too high in comparison to the Ranger. I've ridden in Chevy Colorados before and they are too cheap feeling. Didn't care for the reviews I saw of the new Frontier. Ranger is definitely the class leader.
I got my Lariat chrome loaded FX4 in Dec 2019 and delivered March 2020, 2020 model. I've only put 3600 miles as of March 2020. Only added a tailgate dampener and Micheline LTX's. Looking at the Mishimoto catch can right now. Bad ass truck get so many looks from the full size guys....thinkin they are saying do I need all this truck at the grocery store....ahahahh No Toycoma has pulled up to this Ranger yet. I'm ready......
I own Ford Everest 2016 , i really love it...
What tunnel cover is this? I need one! Love it
It was a Ford-branded accessory, that's all I remember.
When I drive my 2021 around 30mph it always seems to want to stay in to high of a gear. It will downshift if I push on the gas but it will then want to go back into to high of a gear. Have you experienced this? Other than that I love the ranger.
You can lock out the higher gears. Read Transmission... in the owners manual for instructions
The Ranger is a top selling vehicle in my country.
Thinking about getting a ranger with the Tremor package. Wonder how much dealers will be putting on them once they come out.
Whatever it is don't pay it! Dealer mark up is a ridiculous concept and only exists because a handful of people will actually pay it. Resist! Cars aren't that special.
@@ChrisONeillUSA
Yes!! Car Prices Matter.
Tremor package is actually priced fairly decent vs the fx4. Especially if you were planning on upgrading your suspension/tires. You dont need the sports or black on black package for the upgraded look. Also includes running boards saving you another 600$+.
Just bought one 4 days ago!!
I have the 2021 STX GREAT TRUCK how many miles are on yours.???
The tailgate that I can let down with one finger isn't dampened, lol.
i bought a dampener for only $31, and installed it myself in 15 min
These comments are so bizarre. I'm advocating for a for-profit company to give consumers more for their money, and this is people's reaction. Also, the word is 'Damped'. 'Dampened' means to make wet with water.
@@jasonbailey1166 this would be referred to as a 'damper'
how is there snow in the bed with this great ford tonneau cover on it?
I took a look at the Ranger as well and ended up going with the Gladiator. I actually traded out of a 2019 Tacoma, it was nice truck but it just wasn’t for me. I think for the segment that the build quality of the Tacoma is by the best.
That being said, the Ranger is also a nice truck. I think it wins in the powertrain department, aside from the eco diesel in the gladiator (quite pricy though). I thought the interior was decent, and the legroom in the rear was a touch more usable then the Tacoma. I test drove and rented ones with the XLT + FX4 and they were relatively smooth but extremely floaty. Upgraded dampers would fix that easily if it’s not your cup of tea.
Opinions are opinions for a reason, and mine is that the ranger is not the best mid size truck by far. In terms of pricing, you were a bit misleading. If you build a super crew 4X4 XL with FX4, it’s 36k and some change. Still competitive, but very similar in price to a TRD Off road or TRD Sport. The gladiator can be very expensive, but if you get a sport s model with reasonable options it really isn’t far off a reasonably well equipped ranger XLT or TRD off road. Yes, it won’t have lockers but let’s be honest even with lockers I am sure they are similarly capable off road given the Jeep’s superior articulation and longer wheel travel.
The gladiator has a better rear suspension design, and more rear legroom bridging the gap between mid size and full size a bit. It definitely has its downsides, it can be very pricy and noisier than the rest on the highway. But, it’s unique. I’m not saying the gladiator is the best mid size on the market either, but it’s certainly not just a toy. To the same coin, I can definitely understand someone purchasing a Ranger, Tacoma, or Colorado/Canyon (these actually handle the best of the bunch). Point is, I don’t think any model in the segment is clearly the best, it just depends on your usage case.
I have the 2019, love it. Have been a Ford buyer for many years and my main complaint with Ford has been the use of the hard plastics, they seem to be stuck on it. Its ok, it works, only cheapens a fine truck in my opinion. Other than that I really do love my truck. I have just a RCH over 36K and the only issues Ive had is with the battery! I am on my third one! All within warranty. Also, what is up with tail gate dampening! Sorry Im old school, just lower the damn tailgate by hand and get over it! Takes what 2 seconds! This seems to be a big issue and I just dont get it! By the way my wife has a Tacoma with a dampened tailgate, and yes I give her grief over it. 🤣 All in fun...
foxacademy.ridefox.com/2021/05/is-it-damping-or-dampening/
I am shocked you did not mention the LACK of a heated steering wheel.
Yep!
Just bought a 21 on Friday.
I bought a 202 Lariat with 19,000 miles for $34 and I love it. If you wany luxury get a GMC or upper trims in the full-size market but you'll be paying $70k starting I'm all about bang for buck. And there is a great after market for the Ranger.
I had a 2nd Gen raptor and it always in reviews kind knocked for interior like all older F150’s but it was so cool to grab a rag and a lil windex and no matter how filthy that dash and screen and door panels was clean it in 30 min and it looks brand new I now have a 3rd Gen with all the soft touch materials and I can’t wipe them off I actually damaged the new soft touch lower portion of the dash. Trucks need tuff interiors period if u want a luxury interior to off road or drive your pick up trucks your off base
I get it, there needs to be a balance. Ranger interior feels a little third-world though, and I take issue when that's accompanied by a first-world price tag.
A few things: there’s a secret plug under the left side of the truck bed just sitting there to be converted to power plug. There’s an upgrade for lighting in the bed in the Ford catalog. The tailgate can be dampened with a $40 damper you can pick up from Ford.
Nice - all good things.
@@ChrisONeillUSA If you want to know how to convert that rear bed plug to a usable plug let me know and I'll send you the link to the plug. It's really cheap!
@@vhockada do you have a link to it?
Have a 2005 Ranger.Build Tough. The Best never rest. JUST Pick up a 2021.Ranger just love it.
Are you happy with the engine?
They can take the start, stop and stuff it. I hate having to remember to shut the damn thing off every time I get in
just something else to break!
That can be disabled in just under 1 minute and no cost. The video is on CZcams!
Nice review. I have a Tacoma but appreciate the payload benefits of the Ranger. I don’t plan to load up my Taco that much so not a huge deal. For me it was the look and the interior on the Taco that won it for me.
If I remember correctly the rear seats don’t fold flat in the Ranger right?
Nice to have strong competition in this segment!
I have a 2020 Ranger XLT, FX4. I love it! I was always wanting a Tacoma but I did the research and went with the Ranger. Can’t wait to go camping! I’ll be towing a small camper trailer.
I bought a 2022 so I’m waiting a bit, I went ahead and got the 18in wheels, do you think I’ll see much of a difference? I’m going for the XLT sport package... I’m so excited I just wanna hear your take.
@@Yungsizzlerr My understanding is that the FX4 has a higher lift. I’m not 100% sure on this though. But the FX4 is the off road package. I haven’t gone off road yet but I’m looking forward to trying it!
@@jamuelruiz I figure an fx4 would be ideal for trekking through sand when I move to San Diego
Trading my 17 Tacoma for a Ranger tomorrow. Can't wait!
good luck
@@C.Lopez-SWFL-Off-Road-Trucks I will be eventually too since the Tacoma is now made in Mexico
@@bobwhite4671 my 2008 Tacoma was made in Mexico and I never had a problem😒😒😒😒
@@C.Lopez-SWFL-Off-Road-Trucks my 2017 Tacoma was made in US and never had any major problems, but I refuse to pay 40 K for a truck made in Mexico, sorry is not going to happen. I had a Ford ranger back in the 98 never a had a single problem with it.
@@bobwhite4671 yeah but for me is ok! U can do anything with $ and I can too
I say this to everyone that complains about the tailgate not being dampened. HOLD ONTO IT.
It's damping, not dampening. And yeah, or buy the $30 part that adds damping.
dont mind this rig. Have a 2022 sr 5 taco. Only draw back a bit shy on torque. seriously considered a ranger though. If you really want to increas power on you taco there are super chargers available for them, bout 100 bhp and torque.
Sure, but goodbye warranty, and goodbye several thousand dollars. The Ford Performance tune for the Ranger on the other hand costs $850, adds 45 hp/60 lb-ft, and preserves the warranty. Really hard to beat Ford these days, by my analysis.
@@ChrisONeillUSA no one really buys the rangers. The rangers are more for street use rather then off road. I like all the new mid size trucks. But prefer the tacomas and jeeps for off road. Colorados and rangers are more for pavement. Like them all myself.
It’s pretty fast for what it is
What did you say you avg on mpg ?
I get around 19 in the city, 24 highway on my 2019 Lariat.
The ranger may beat the Tacoma in comfort and modern features but we all know Toyota is king when it comes to reliability.
We test drove a ranger , on the way home we stopped at the GMC dealer . We bought a Canyon .
I got one right not in Australia,King cab, best engine 3.2L 5 cylinder Turbo diesel. Towing beast
Just bought the exact one ..except XLT... Gladiator or Taco price bang for the buck cant touch it.....Nice Job Ford
My only issue with this is the eco boost it’s a powerful engine with great specs but I make a lot of money working on eco boosts ranger is still pretty new so I haven’t done much work one. If there’s anyone who’s reading and owns one, how have they held up so far?
The 2.3l has been around since what 2015 in the Focus RS and Mustang? Chassis has also been around overseas for about 10 years now. These are a couple of the reasons I bought a 2nd year model; technically its not. Both the engine and chassis have been around for quite some time already.
@@tehagent1321 if I had a nickel for every time I’ve seen coolant dump into a combustion chamber through a scope I could buy a new snap on tool box lol!
@@midwestapprentice1904 If I had a nickel for every time someone lied on the internet, I could buy THREE
stupid question, the f150 have a bigger cabin over the ranger right? which full size truck brand has the biggest crew cabin?
thanks
F-150 cabin is significantly bigger than the Ranger, yes.
I dont really care for the front facia..reminds me of a small sedan.. just wish they would've squared it off just a little..but I still like it
I hear you. But this is another common trait of trucks designed primarily for markets outside the US - no aggro styling. Only us Americans have been conditioned to want our trucks to look like they want to kill someone.
@@ChrisONeillUSA yep that's american muscle 💪
It's true, I love my 2020 Ranger, turbocharged is the way, this baby flies and can carry heavy loads like nothing, the only thing that gets annoying it;s the Echo Boost system, but all you have to do is press one button to turn it off.
Do you think RAM should bring back the Dakota?
I went from a Dakota to the Ranger, I’m completely happy with the Ranger but a new Dakota would have been a strong consideration. I don’t need a full size.
Agree - drove the Ford, Chevy, Toyota, & Nissan.
1) Ford - best interior & powertrain.
2) Chevy - ZR2 trim level is a nice setup.
3) Toyota - horrid seats & dated interior, but a proven design.
4) Nissan - ancient; only angle is that it’s cheap.
Ranger just gives you so much more for your money. The GM trucks are fine from a payload and powertrain standpoint, but lack the tech and refinement. Toyota sells too many Tacomas on reputation alone - if buyers behaved rationally, most all Tacoma buyers would instead buy Rangers. The old Frontier was novel in that it was so old, the new one does absolutely nothing to disrupt the midsize truck hierarchy. Honda Ridgeline is the dark horse and is the right truck for the majority of people. Gladiator is a very capable but expensive toy.
Yea but the tacoma will still be on the road in 10 years and still worth 20+k
Ranger won't even last 10 years and will be worth 8
@@lythium6878 Facts!
@@lythium6878 I dont know why people keep spreading this misinformation.
I work in a business (Construction) where virtually everyone has a truck. The Toyotas are getting fixed just as much as the rest of them. No truck stands out as 'this truck lasts forever and the rest dont'. Its a fanboy myth.
I suspect that the 270 HP rating is with premium fuel that's about 50 cents more per gallon than with regular.
It's with regular.
March 23 I got a 2021 Trd off-road 4x4. Made in Mexico mind you. 35k for the car and thanks to California it cameout to 39k otd. April 21st I sold it for 42k. Good riddance. I don't understand why it's so popular. It's very uncomfortable, the back seat is very cramped. I drove it on a 1800 mile trip and the rear seat occupants hated me for taking my truck. I was uncomfortable in the driver seat too. Engine is definitely underpowered and the automatic transmission feels like I'm driving a truck from the 80s so bad. Going 80 on the hwy good luck, so much wind noise and rattling from the windows. The transmission constantly changing gears down to 4th because the other 2 gears are way too tall. All of this is Unacceptable for a new truck. My particular car had a payload of 900lbs which I quickly learned is a very ridiculously low amount. The infotainment system is very dated and super laggy. If it wasn't for Carplay I would have hated the truck even more. Buy it if you want 1 a good platform to modify 2 resale value. Now I'm looking into the rangers.
That's tough, glad you were able to get rid of it, and make a nice little profit for your troubles. I'd argue that the Tacoma isn't even a good platform to modify, given the pitifully low payload. Resale value is frustrating - the reason it has high resale value is because people perceive it to be a better vehicle than the facts say it is. Available manual transmission and bed-mounted AC-inverter are two of the Tacoma's selling points though, when comparing it to the Ranger.
It’s almost like the Tacoma is a truck and not a Mercedes S-Class
What's the real mpg in this thing?
I get 21mpg.
@@crazycomments8038I heard the back seats are too unconforable
@@futbol1972 I purchase the truck for myself so who ever sit back there fuckum. I have a 12 in sub behind the drivers seat.
the 2022 Nissan frontier is awesome
How so?
It's the same truck as before. New panels and interior bits. It's how Nissan works, just add some shiny bits and call it all new.. even though it's not.
But it’s a Nissan 😆
How long will a 4 cyl turbo charged engine last?
Probably a lot longer than ppl keep cars.
I wouldn't worry. Technology is always improving.
They've been using turbo fours for almost a decade in NA. So I'd say atleast a decade.
@@rustlesee There is an issue with the 2.3 eco getting fuel contamination in the oil. Kind of a dealbreaker for me.
Love the ranger. Went with a 2019 frontier pro-4x due to cost but the ranger’s a fantastic truck and was a close #2 for me. The taco, Colorado and canyon were all far behind.
why does a small pu with a 4cyl. get similar mpg to a full size with a v8???
When that turbo seal goes bad, you will need a rebuild or replacement. $$$$$$
These rangers have been around for many years overseas and many people have over 200k miles without any problems. Just minor things and maintenance…
Imo if you’re going to buy a truck , USE IT as a truck . Can’t expect the ride quality and materials to be luxury level if that’s not the purpose of it . Too much people now a days worried about all that stuff .
On point brother. Is a TRUCK yassssss
A treehuggers truck
Minus a 4 cylinder turbo with no manual transmission
Waaah I want a manual!!1!
WHY did you even touch on the subject of reliability, or longevity??? Will this 270 HP turbo boost 4 cyl. engine burn out sooner??? lets get to the meat of the subject Chris!!!
Here we go. A Toyota fan boy for certain 🤦🏼♂️
What are you talking about… 😂 These rangers have been around for many years overseas, especially Australia and many people including people in the United States with the 2019 Ford Ranger have over 200k miles without any problems. Just normal minor things and maintenance is key!
@@seadoo4life127 nope...toyotas suck.....and inly suckers buy them.. but tge new turbo rangers will have expensive problems.....i just got me a 2020 nissan frontier...awesome alternative.
$46.000 are you kidding me, WOW
Just pick it up in 3 to 5 years it will be worth about 23k
It’s overpriced like every truck nowadays. No matter what anyone says if you need to use this as an actual truck meaning towing or payloads, that 4 banger will not last. Plus it already looks a decade old, being that it actually is.
@ConcreteComa a triple cheeseburger meal is $5.10
That’s not a spray in bed liner. The spray liner doesn’t have the Ford logo stamped in
It's a spray in bedliner www.ranger5g.com/forum/threads/ford-logo-in-the-bed.1714/
I love it when some guy looking at a CZcams video with his phone tells me what’s not on my truck…
@@adamharris2674 well genius I have a factory spray in bed liner as does a friend of mine and neither has the logo
@@TheDboy82 well I would take that bastard back and say where is my logo! Just kidding. Haven’t you watched any Ranger videos on CZcams? All the “Ford factory spray in bedliner‘s“ have the Ford logo that I have seen.
@@adamharris2674 shits getting real in this comment section lol
Quoted: "...and it Isn't Even Close"?? .... Then it must be so ...
$46K is pricey.
The Ranger is nice in size and exterior. I had a 2003 which looks very much like the 2020 inside and out. I prefer the V6 I had. I think the new 2022 Nissan Frontier this summer looks great.
The next Gen Ranger will be great.
The Frontier looks cool but it's a disappointment with regard to towing, payload, and overall technology. They hardly improved it from the outgoing model in these areas, and after all this lead up, they did nothing to set it apart from the competition. It's unfortunate that they benchmarked it against the Tacoma. Especially frustrating when the Navara/foreign market Frontier is significantly more capable.
Interior effects could be better?? It is only a $46,000.00 truck!
Tempted to get an xlt supercab 4x4 with the dealer installed engine tune but I hear the 4x4s get poor fuel economy.
That's probably what I'd buy.
My 4x4 Lariat gets around 19 City, 24 highway. I think it's pretty good. My older Ranger gets around 16/19.
@@rustlesee Ive heard numbers like 20mpg going 70mph in no traffic for 2 hours. That defeats the purpose of a turbo 4 imo. Leaning 5.0 fx4 f150, we'll see which one cost less come August.
@ConcreteComa how bad are we talking? I get 18-25mpg out of my v6 as is depending how I drive. Same or even worse?
@ConcreteComa how agressive do you drive? 1-10
With a 4 cylinder turbo time will tell if it's a good truck. I'd give it a few years.
My 2019 xlt sport 4x4 has been absolutely amazing. Unlike the 2019 Tacoma trd pro I had prior that ended up with axle hop and Toyota didn’t want any part of fixing it and I can’t more happy to get rid of that crap of a “truck”
@@kevinortiz1210 I'm not saying it's going to be a bad truck, but will it be a few years before we know or not.
Ford has been using 4 cylinder turbos in other models for years and they have not had any issues. My 2016 fusion which has a turbo has been been running just like day 1 with 145k miles. Also, other car manufacturers are adopting this same path as well. Even though they criticized Ford in the beginning.
@@skeeterkerby I wonder how much of it being a truck makes a difference with it. I got trust issues with Ford cars, I'm glad it worked out for you.
I currently drive a 2011 Mazdaspeed 3 with a very similar 2.3 Turbo as Ford and Mazda worked together on it and I have beat on that thing for 265,000 kms and it hasnt skipped a beat. Ford uses this new 4cyl in quite a bit of their range and the one in the Ranger actually gets some beefed up components compared to those.
The 2021 Ranger has a 110 power outlet in the back of the console... Who takes a refrigerator camping anyway??? Geez...
Its a truck want a touchy feely truck by Toyota or Honda.
Just don’t drop the tailgate.
Ranger has limited... range with small gas tank.
Depends on how and where you drive.
I fill up once a week and have a 70 miles round trip commute. I can also get 28mpg out of it. So the small tank doesnt hurt; it will probably hurt people who do a lot of city driving and hard driving though. My commute is half rural and half heavy highway traffic but the way I drive, Im not on the gas hard much and dont do a lot of the stop and go others wind up stuck in. slow down and speed up sure, but I dont need the brake much since I follow at a distance that doesnt make me actually brake when everyone else does.
Really want to get this truck but have two boys ages 2 and 4. Not sure the backseat is big enough 🤔???
Edit- it's July 2021 and this truck is $47,000 😳
You can probably get a cheaper one if you don't go with the Lariat. The back is roomie enough for kids and adults. Your car seats should be fine :)
The rear seats suck!
The Ford Ranger will not age well. My 2015 Tacoma feels like a bank vault. The Ford is too new to judge its reliability yet. Based off the focus rs Mustang GT 500
And the gt350 Ford can't keep engines together too long. Lol.
my 2002 sr5 tacoma didnt age well. and i loved the truck .pay your money take your chances.
I still have my 2004 Ford Ranger. 371,000 miles.
...this truck has been around since 2011 overseas and the engine has been used stateside since 2015.
What do you mean 'too new'?
I'm a surfer in NJ and 4/5 people I know drive a taco/4runner or Jeep on the beach. Fords and Rams are the minority, at least on the sand
Depends on the tire really. I am a surf fisherman and I never had any problems on the sand.
The ranger could have been the best midsize truck, but I rides so terrible. They got the spring rates wrong making it feel bouncy.
Put weight in the bed. The spring rates are designed to allow it to actually do truck things. The Tremor I loaded down with 1,200lbs for a mountain biking trip a few weeks ago rode great.
Lol.
The Tacoma is bottom tier on everything... except sales numbers. Funny thing is; there are NO old Tacoma on the road around my area. Just old Fords and Chevys. Even first gen Rangers and S-10s. Lots of them.