2021 Ford Ranger Tremor 4x4 Review and Off-Road Test

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  • The Tremor package gives the popular Ford Ranger even more off-road capability. It is enough to tame our side-winder off-road course? We have a complete review and then we take it over the mountains to our private test course to see if the 2021 Ford Ranger Tremor is worth the money. Special appearance by our 2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off Road edition.
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    CONTENTS
    00:00 - Introduction
    00:31 - Features
    09:55 - Driving Impressions and 0-60 Test
    15:57 - Off Road Test Course
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  • @kevinblock2307
    @kevinblock2307 Před 2 lety +86

    Usually a loud yell of C’MON will get you out of any stuck situation 😂

    • @TheWinwin4all
      @TheWinwin4all Před 2 lety +9

      Man. You forgot to add MAN

    • @alejandropmorcate
      @alejandropmorcate Před 2 lety +7

      My dad used to bounce on his seat whenever he wanted to get his car out of a sticky situation. Now I do it too. It never works but at least it feels like I am helping :)

  • @MartyMeyerdierks
    @MartyMeyerdierks Před 2 lety +15

    Best Toyota 4Runner commercial ever!

    • @WaspMedia3D
      @WaspMedia3D Před 2 lety +1

      Or at least for the tires it comes with :)

  • @baddriversofcolga
    @baddriversofcolga Před 2 lety +121

    The lack of weight over the rear wheels is definitely a disadvantage, and the longer wheelbase may be as well. It'll be interesting to see other similarly sized trucks in that spot.

    • @snazari1994
      @snazari1994 Před 2 lety +8

      Nah fords version of crawl control just sucks. It’s a gimmick

    • @baddriversofcolga
      @baddriversofcolga Před 2 lety +26

      @@snazari1994 You're just a gimmick.

    • @darcypetford792
      @darcypetford792 Před 2 lety +14

      @@johnt6673 I agree with driver input. Doesn't matter what speed you set the crawl control at if you're always the same distance away from the obstacle.... you won't get to 5mph on such an incline with only 10ft of room infront of you.
      Also, lane keeping does work relatively well on the ranger. You just need to turn up the sensitivity on the settings.... something you should do before making your opinion on the vehicle... figure out how to use it.

    • @snazari1994
      @snazari1994 Před 2 lety +1

      @@baddriversofcolga haaaap I agree

    • @MarkPharaoh
      @MarkPharaoh Před 2 lety +3

      @@snazari1994 what are you smoking? I want some

  • @CarnutMM
    @CarnutMM Před 2 lety +7

    Another great video. Loved seeing the new test hill and the 4Runner.

  • @laborcreatescapital9483
    @laborcreatescapital9483 Před 2 lety +3

    Watched this after watching the Tacoma Trail and another one I commented on couple days ago. The contrast between locker & crawl control made sense here. It’d be great to see a collage of the systems comparing the classes of vehicles you test on this track to get a better understanding of the features and which seem the best or preferred. That’s the next level for your videos!!!! Thank you Sir!

  • @dswart35
    @dswart35 Před 2 lety +2

    Well done on the new course! Excited to see future car reviews on this!

  • @brotherheed00
    @brotherheed00 Před 2 lety +1

    Found your channel and love the “course “ testing. Adds so much more to a review. Plus from the NW.. gotta follow you.

  • @shughes911
    @shughes911 Před 2 lety +1

    Man i love that you made your own course! best car channel on youtube!

  • @mikeoxlong229
    @mikeoxlong229 Před 2 lety +3

    Ready to see all of these in the snow up there. Love your content ladie(s) and gents

  • @shellywofford1268
    @shellywofford1268 Před 2 lety +23

    I think because the back of the Ford Ranger is lighter than the 4Runner it had a harder time climbing the hill

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c Před 2 lety +1

      Its always the case truck VS SUV. An SUV is much better weight balanced front to rear compared to any pickup...unless you add weight to the bed of course.

  • @Vincent-gn3xh
    @Vincent-gn3xh Před 2 lety +10

    I just received my RAV4 Hybrid. 47MPG! Even though I don't need a new car anymore, I enjoy your videos, like ToyotaJeff Reviews

  • @daisysstuff5121
    @daisysstuff5121 Před 2 lety

    HOW EVER I ENJOYED YOUR VID. UP TO THE POINT OF YOU DRIVING . THANKS FOR YOUR VEIWS ON THE TRUCK. IT REALLY HELPED !

  • @abadmattch
    @abadmattch Před 2 lety +3

    With your hill/new course, you have the potential to make the best video demonstrating every offroad feature on the 4R that everyone always asks about (atrac vs crawl control vs mts, etc) all with the right terrain to showcase each and of course with slow motion and different angles. Look forward to that day!

  • @ibuiltmineo1oo
    @ibuiltmineo1oo Před 2 lety +1

    Good job on the videos! I feel like you are doing a pretty good real world job that us normal guys can understand. Thank you!

  • @1g2002541
    @1g2002541 Před 2 lety

    Appreciate all the hard work

  • @mickeybrumfield764
    @mickeybrumfield764 Před 2 lety +112

    The crawl control was impressive on the 4 runner.

    • @jstrig
      @jstrig Před 2 lety +16

      It's excellent on the Ranger too. In a TFL video, a Ranger was able to climb over an uphill situation that a Gladiator got stuck on

    • @nickb3968
      @nickb3968 Před 2 lety +1

      I wonder if when he locked the Ranger's rear wheels when activating it's version of "crawl control" if it didn't inadvertently mitigate some of it's ability to transfer power only to the wheels with traction. (less hole digging with the rear)

    • @nickmartinez229
      @nickmartinez229 Před 2 lety +1

      He didn’t use the rangers trail control system correctly. He was still using his foot to control the input when the computer is able to do it just like the Toyota

    • @BillyBobTup
      @BillyBobTup Před 2 lety

      @@jstrig I remember that. I am trying to figure out why the Ford had so much more trouble on this test?

    • @bigmacfullerton7870
      @bigmacfullerton7870 Před 2 lety

      4 runners typically do better than trucks in those situations cause they have that extra weight in the back

  • @alextran8188
    @alextran8188 Před 2 lety +15

    I love these new rangers. We got my grandparents one around this time last year and it is awesome. Great fuel economy, great power, and great performance at high elevations. Sure it has halogens, but personally I don't mind them since they project light pretty well and have auto high beams.

  • @proconsumersafety
    @proconsumersafety Před 2 lety +2

    Love your reviews, filming and editing. Something that would be nice to have you comment on that came to mind when testing a pick-up truck, when testing "any" SUV or even pic-up truck, when many of use use these off-road, we often have the back and roof with gear. This increases the weight that affects when on the trail. So when testing it might be good to let people know especially when up steep dirt roads or trails that the vehicle will respond differently unloaded versus with passengers and equipment. Just a thought to mention. Great show. Thank you.

  • @DerFledderer
    @DerFledderer Před měsícem

    This is a really good test. Id like to see more!

  • @madcow3k
    @madcow3k Před 2 lety

    awesome review. thanks!

  • @futurevikingtony11
    @futurevikingtony11 Před 2 lety

    The moment I’ve been waiting for!!

  • @musicisking
    @musicisking Před 2 lety +55

    I note that the test here really had nothing much to do with the Tremor changes. The Tremor has more height and different shocks as compared to the FX4 Ranger - neither of which seemed that relevant to the testing in this video. The 4WD and terrain control systems are the same in FX4 as in Tremor.
    The 4Runner is an excellent vehicle (with some drawbacks, of course), but I have the Ranger FX4 because I need a mid-sized truck - I need the bed, for versatility. It is helpful to see the limitation of my vehicle.
    I do wonder if having the bed loaded up with gear would have made much difference (this is not a criticism of the testing in the video; I'm genuinely curious) Hmmmm 🤔

    • @rustlesee
      @rustlesee Před 2 lety +9

      I totally toss some sand bags into the back of my ‘19 FX4 in winter for the same thing (like many truck owners).

    • @tommywallbanger
      @tommywallbanger Před 2 lety +4

      @@rustlesee yeah sandbags are the way to go. I generally throw cinder blocks in my Tacoma bed in snow but with sandbags, if you get stuck you can always open up the sandbag and put the sand under the tires for traction. I did this trick once in a Hino box truck that couldn't climb out of a frozen loading dock that was angled down.

    • @ghoffmann821
      @ghoffmann821 Před 2 lety +6

      Sandbags are good, but given the fuel capacity, I opted for bed mounted aux fuel tanks. I have to drive "roads" like the one in this video weekly, with my Ranger and company owned previous gen Tacomas and Colorados, and the Ranger....encourages....you to not be timid. The Tacomas encourage you to have lunch. The Colorados encourage you to go back home.

    • @Databyter
      @Databyter Před 2 lety +12

      YES, a stiff leaf spring needs weight over it to get in the curve of it's best articulation. An empty bed over springs designed to tow 7500 pounds means those springs were not articulating much, if at all. They were hopping. For offroading I would think 300-500 lbs of gear would be ideal in the bed of THIS truck. But ANY weight would be a vast improvement. I'm not sure the reviewer realizes the conscious decision Ford made in keeping these springs hard to retain the tow rating despite the offroad capabilities. Many competitors can brag about their "trucks" that have that great rear end offroad strutted suspension, but none of those can tow 7500 lbs in a midsized platform! Neither can the 4Runner.

    • @MrMikeDao
      @MrMikeDao Před 2 lety +2

      @@Databyter but the thing with midsize trucks is that the percentage of customers towing close to 7500lbs is extremely low. Anyone towing near that and often, typically upgrade to half ton trucks. Midsize trucks are more often used for their bed, payload and are often more capable off roaders than their bigger brothers.
      If you’re towing close to the limit that often, it doesn’t make sense to go with a midsize truck.

  • @user-cx2bk6pm2f
    @user-cx2bk6pm2f Před 2 lety +4

    The aux switches are a very nice touch. I'm impressed they avoided the bean counter hatchet.

  • @Ishkatan
    @Ishkatan Před rokem +1

    Great reviews and tests. Interesting comparison of crawl modes with the 4 Runner. I would like to see other pickup trucks in the same course and conditions!

  • @Concrete_pilot
    @Concrete_pilot Před 2 lety +1

    He'hey! You called out my roastery where I buy my coffee beans!! That's really cool! 😁

  • @dankramer7840
    @dankramer7840 Před 2 lety +81

    Would love to see the Outback Wilderness on this course

    • @Albuermeduardo
      @Albuermeduardo Před 2 lety +10

      I am a Subaru owner and fan myself, but it´s probably too much for an Outback or Forester Wilderness.

    • @louie455
      @louie455 Před 2 lety +1

      I’d also like to see this!

    • @jaguar2164
      @jaguar2164 Před 2 lety +1

      Same here.

    • @kohsman313
      @kohsman313 Před 2 lety +2

      So what you are saying is ypu want to see it fail the course

    • @louie455
      @louie455 Před 2 lety +1

      @@kohsman313 Sure, if that’s the outcome.

  • @Mako2-1
    @Mako2-1 Před 2 lety

    Excited 4 the new course!

  • @rf3899
    @rf3899 Před 2 lety +34

    I'd like to see it with the Tacoma TRD Off-Road now for comparison.

    • @Darylrb1983
      @Darylrb1983 Před 2 lety

      There are some on other channels

    • @rf3899
      @rf3899 Před 2 lety +10

      @@Darylrb1983 I meant on the same course to see if it's more because of toyota's system or if it's the style of vehicle that makes a difference.

    • @shellywofford1268
      @shellywofford1268 Před 2 lety +1

      I think because it didn't have enough in the back

    • @gabrieldauz3533
      @gabrieldauz3533 Před 2 lety +1

      Ranger - hilux
      Tacoma - f150

    • @got_to_roll
      @got_to_roll Před 2 lety

      And a Frontier Pro-4x.

  • @John-cz6it
    @John-cz6it Před 2 lety

    I subscribed... I like the read world testing

  • @daisysstuff5121
    @daisysstuff5121 Před 2 lety +7

    I THINK ITS YOUR DRIVING NOT THE FAULT OF 4X4!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @juliusmelgoza1624
    @juliusmelgoza1624 Před rokem

    Wow the 4Runner is awesome.. was considering a ranger ..not anymore thank u for this

  • @mrjjthor
    @mrjjthor Před 2 lety +150

    I came here watching the Ranger but now I want a 4runner. 😁

    • @topnineshow
      @topnineshow Před 2 lety +9

      I'm right there with you 😂😂

    • @warhmonger
      @warhmonger Před 2 lety +4

      Better listen to your Hmong dad.
      Toyota last forever don't buy America vehicles.

    • @mrjjthor
      @mrjjthor Před 2 lety +13

      @@warhmonger nah, I actually like American vehicles. I've owned a few and they've been reliable.

    • @mrjjthor
      @mrjjthor Před 2 lety +4

      @@JohnConnor636 I was scare to own American cars because I grew up around Toyotas and Hondas. I made the first leap to American cars and got a lot of hate for it from some of my family members. Now my brothers all have American trucks from F150, Ram Power Wagon, and Gladiator. I still own a few Toyotas but also still have my American car, my 19 Camaro Zl1 1le. I'm not brand loyal so it helps. I'm just waiting for the chip shortage to catch up and truck inventory to pick back up so I can hopefully get a new Power Wagon. I hate paying MSRP and I don't mind waiting.

    • @UnknownUser_0000
      @UnknownUser_0000 Před 2 lety +10

      @@warhmonger Everything lasts forever if you maintain it..

  • @josuecoronado2403
    @josuecoronado2403 Před 2 lety +8

    Would love to to see a stock JLU, perhaps a sport or Sahara. Often times reviewers test the top of the line vehicles but I am curious to see what a basic off roader would be capable of without all the optional gadgets.

  • @durandalfeee1227
    @durandalfeee1227 Před 2 lety

    That’s a gnarly course u got there

  • @FantomLightning
    @FantomLightning Před 2 lety +5

    Interesting to see Grabber AT/X from the factory. I've quite enjoyed the set I have on my Rogue Select.

    • @trailrunnah8886
      @trailrunnah8886 Před 2 lety

      I run them on my 4Runner and have been very happy with them.

  • @Davido50
    @Davido50 Před 2 lety +1

    LED headlites come standard on Lariat version of ALL Rangers. The stock Halogens on my '19 Ranger XLT FX4 are extremely bright & accurate as are fog lights.

  • @benrivera1994
    @benrivera1994 Před 2 lety +1

    "In the mountains when you get a little slippy slippy 😏" 😂

  • @brandonsingh430
    @brandonsingh430 Před 2 lety +1

    This custom course wasn’t what we wanted it was what we needed.

  • @mohnster4000
    @mohnster4000 Před 2 lety +6

    Great test. Hopefully you will be able to test both versions of the ZR2's soon on your new course

  • @N8RTH
    @N8RTH Před 2 lety +31

    There’s some great things about the Ranger, like the powertrain, especially up here in Colorado. But nothing new compares to the 4Runner. Love my 4R!

    • @billredding2000
      @billredding2000 Před 2 lety

      Well, I ended-up choosing the Jeep Gladiator (Rubicon) for "up here in Colorado" -- So far, so good. :-)
      -- BR

    • @JimSpence
      @JimSpence Před 2 lety

      Also in club CO - where they’re testing the Rivian. The EVs will lay all these old school off road machines to rest

    • @billredding2000
      @billredding2000 Před 2 lety +1

      @@JimSpence I'll be keeping my "old school" Gladiator indefinitely.
      I want NOTHING electric, even if it's likely we'll ALL be FORCED to go EV at some point.
      -- BR

    • @JimSpence
      @JimSpence Před 2 lety

      @@billredding2000 yeah man I hear ya. I’m not dissing- I drive around in a 17 year old V8 F150 FX4… just staying I feel EVs are far superior in almost every way for off-road use. Time will tell.

    • @billredding2000
      @billredding2000 Před 2 lety +2

      @@JimSpence They may be, in some ways -- but not others. Each has its Pros & Cons trade-offs (as do most things in life).
      One you-tube channel tested a Wrangler 4xe on the trail, runnig it in all electric mode -- it was able to go 3.6 miles (IIRC) before the battery "expired."
      Can't wait to see lots of charging-stations on all the trails/mountain passes we have here (in Colorado) and famous trails like the Rubicon Trail. And out in the West Texas desert where people off-road regularly.
      Just kidding...
      -- BR

  • @trailrunnah8886
    @trailrunnah8886 Před 2 lety

    Interesting comparison of Crawl control vs. Trail control. Your test really Illustrated the difference. You can see how the Toyota was shifting power around to all four wheels, the Ranger seemed like it was just holding the throttle at a set RPM without trying to modulate it from wheel-to-wheel.
    I've used the crawl control on my 4Runner a couple times, nothing like this, but on a steep switchback on an icy dirt road, and it was very impressive, because I could feel the power shifting as each individual wheel slipped and then gripped.
    I was pulling for the Ranger though, I actually really like it. If I were to buy a midsize truck, this would be the front runner.

    • @KTMcaptain
      @KTMcaptain Před 2 lety +1

      Crawl only modulates brakes on the front wheels with the axle locker engaged.

  • @juanzavala4469
    @juanzavala4469 Před 2 lety +3

    Did you use the gravel setting? This usually makes the ranger go through stuff like this...

  • @pigybak
    @pigybak Před 2 lety +1

    4 Runner for the win!

  • @ryzen397
    @ryzen397 Před 2 lety +12

    yes but the push button has to detect the presence of the key, thus making it less reliable than the regular key.

    • @KTMcaptain
      @KTMcaptain Před 2 lety +1

      Keys have a passive signal where you push it up to the push button with a dead fob battery and it will still detect and start. So, as long as the key can be placed next to the button, which is always a requirement for a physical key, then it will start just as reliably.
      .
      You are more likely to snap the physical key than to not get the active or passive fob to fail altogether.

    • @ryzen397
      @ryzen397 Před 2 lety

      @@KTMcaptain Yes but the passive signal is questionable to me.

    • @KTMcaptain
      @KTMcaptain Před 2 lety +2

      @@ryzen397 questionable about what? This is an extremely mature technology. Tesla spare is a credit card not even a fob. The technology works extremely well and is extremely reliable.

    • @DavidDLee
      @DavidDLee Před 2 lety

      Push button needs a transmitter and receiver and is thus more complex. With more complexity, you get more possibilities for breakage.
      However, in practice, I think it's reliable enough for people to like it. I definitely started my car with a dead or weak battery more than once with no problem.
      However, push-button start are also subject to hacking as well as injuries resulting from incorrect usage, which are less likely with a physical key (kept the engine running without realizing etc.).
      The problem with hacking is that a one time effort by one person to hack a fob can then be used by unskilled people easily. This is unlike picking/forcing the ignition lock, which requires skills. Remote hacking is also a growing concern, which is simply not possible with a physical key.

    • @KTMcaptain
      @KTMcaptain Před 2 lety

      @@DavidDLee this is completely wrong. All vehicles now have transponder keys so you have a receiver receiving signal from either a fob or through the key itself. So both also have a way of transmitting the signal.
      .
      Also, hacking 1 car doesn’t equal hacking all cars, so it’s still extremely difficult to hack into any car. The ecu requires an encrypted signal to start regardless. Unless there is some obvious exploit where someone could use a mass produced device, you’re completely off base and lack an understanding of how electronics work.
      .
      A keyed ignition still requires a transponder and receiver, it also adds on the complexity of a lock cylinder and moving parts to start. Many push button start vehicles don’t even need the button to be pressed anymore to start.

  • @BrandonStachewicz
    @BrandonStachewicz Před rokem

    I am excited to see what this truck can do. I think I will be in the market for a Ranger in a few years once the new ones come to America and prove themselves.

  • @chrisgifford7923
    @chrisgifford7923 Před 2 lety

    4Runner rules!

  • @TheTrh51
    @TheTrh51 Před 2 lety

    Ex Locksmith here: I prefer key starts because the key/transponder is much less expensive to duplicate OEM (not to mention aftermarket keys) than a proximity fob. While the lock cylinder or transponder coil may fail, I've had so many issues with early Nissan group vehicles with one of the 12 ish receivers in the car failing preventing it from starting. Don't hang a load of weight off of your car key or open packages with it and they will last forever.

  • @ronalddavies3735
    @ronalddavies3735 Před 2 lety

    Ryan, is there anyway you can borrow the Tremor and take it out for another off road test? I've been watching a lot of your content on the maverick, outback and forester wildness, 4 runner and wish you could the the tremor out on another test other than your test course in Eastern Washington.

  • @imranabbasi7871
    @imranabbasi7871 Před 2 lety +2

    This is my favorite ford ranger pickup truck 🛻 👍💕💞

  • @Spidieder
    @Spidieder Před 2 lety +1

    The ranger is tight asf. I got a 96 but the bronco is my move man.

  • @weekendwarrior8179
    @weekendwarrior8179 Před 2 lety

    Crawl control/A Trac, all good. I want one.

  • @JP-ec9rl
    @JP-ec9rl Před 2 lety +1

    As a tractor trailer fleet mechanic and cdl driver with ten years on the road, I can confidently state that it's a popular misconception to say that leaf spring suspension is optimal for towing. There's almost no semi tractor that uses leaf spring drive axle suspension systems these days. Ram's progressive coils are the best of both worlds in a pickup. Many military vehicles use independent rear suspension for added center clearance, still tow fine and still provide excellent off road capability and durability.

    • @jonathanisenhour7923
      @jonathanisenhour7923 Před 2 lety +1

      Military vehicles and Semi's are also much heavier and designed to pull vastly heavier loads

    • @JP-ec9rl
      @JP-ec9rl Před 2 lety +1

      @@jonathanisenhour7923 it doesn't matter. It's purpose built with a targeted gvwr in mind.

    • @JP-ec9rl
      @JP-ec9rl Před 2 lety

      @@jonathanisenhour7923 a 2500 ram pickup has just as much payload, has better ride quality and articulates better in an off road situation. It has rear coil springs.
      You can even argue that there's no spring wrap under acceleration.
      I haven't looked under the latest models but I'm betting some of the half ton Rams have gone to coils.

  • @dannyphillips5451
    @dannyphillips5451 Před 2 lety +1

    I have a 2021 Ranger Tremor and it appears to do has advertised. My issue was just getting my hand on the truck.

  • @tracy2928
    @tracy2928 Před 2 lety +1

    Just bought a '21 Ranger Lariat Tremor and loving it. I find the on road qualities more that adequate for me. The power, to me, is fantastic. Very v6 like and once that turbo spools, it really gets moving. I LOVE the keyless ignition and entry. It was a lightly used truck and whoever had it before me but Firestone Destination AT/2 tires on it. At first I was like, EH, but after a week with them, I'm liking them. No road noise at all. Haven't had it off road yet. My single biggest complaint so far is the start/stop system. I pull into a parking spot and the ASS turns off the engine, and it restarts when I move to park. Otherwise, I'm loving it. I did not love the TRD Pro I test drove. Not at all. I also like the Lariat gauge cluster. I can get what i want including a tach, engine temp, and fuel level on one screen. Hitting the + button on the shifter in normal mode will show you the gear display. I like that.

    • @jonathanisenhour7923
      @jonathanisenhour7923 Před 2 lety

      What was the out the door price?

    • @tracy2928
      @tracy2928 Před 2 lety

      @@jonathanisenhour7923 45k with extended warranty. More than I wanted, but a deal these days.

    • @jonathanisenhour7923
      @jonathanisenhour7923 Před 2 lety

      @@tracy2928 that's about what I exptected. I went looking yesterday and the Honda place has a black edition, already tinted, ridgeline with many bells and whistles for 46k. I tried finding a nice tacoma but the Toyota place only had 2 base models.

    • @DemsRdisguisedredcoats
      @DemsRdisguisedredcoats Před rokem

      You can turn that auto start stop off with forscan.. and a lot of other cool stuff.

    • @tracy2928
      @tracy2928 Před rokem

      @@DemsRdisguisedredcoats I'm not willing to disable the trucks charging system and have th AGM battery charging full time. Not good for it.

  • @CodyU571
    @CodyU571 Před 2 lety +2

    Hoping to see your opinion of the new Frontier in the near future!

  • @jkulysses
    @jkulysses Před 2 lety +1

    You can make a fully optioned out XL & still get all the electronics & push button start but with vinyl flooring & the fx4 package then just buy a Fox or Icon suspension setup for less than this tremor package & have a more capable truck. These Rangers are highly underrated though & a great truck!

  • @jessesimpson777
    @jessesimpson777 Před 2 lety +1

    20:12 That is precisely why I think a manual transfer case lever will always be superior.

  • @IsaiahNarisma
    @IsaiahNarisma Před 2 lety +1

    We love to see surprise 4Runner content lol

  • @user-cx2bk6pm2f
    @user-cx2bk6pm2f Před 2 lety +1

    Nice to see an open engine compartment.. no stupid plastic covers!

  • @vbomfim
    @vbomfim Před 2 lety +1

    Not sure if the terrain mode, the manual configuration 4L with rear lock, and the trail control was properly set.

  • @aamirh2733
    @aamirh2733 Před 2 lety

    Amazing videos, keep them going. When can you review f150 tremor on your course, please?

    • @drivingsports
      @drivingsports  Před 2 lety

      Still waiting for Ford to send us one. And waiting. And waiting.

  • @sandilemajiya7831
    @sandilemajiya7831 Před 2 lety +1

    The Ford Raptor and Thunder are wow for me

  • @jbouchard4877
    @jbouchard4877 Před 2 lety +1

    The key is a mechanical function. It’s simpler than relying on a frequency signal coming from a key FOB

  • @frh-freerangehuman
    @frh-freerangehuman Před 2 lety

    That dash and steering wheel remind me of my 13 Flex Limited I recently traded.Same manual override as well.

  • @timglascock5558
    @timglascock5558 Před 2 lety

    Not a normal cross-shop but I did look at the Ranger and the 4runner (along with other mid-sized trucks, but the others were too tight interior-wise - I'm a big dude) and while I loved the speed of the Ranger and utilitarian nature being a truck, I ended up going 4runner (used 2014) due to lower cost, reliability, and comfort. Since I drive many PNW roads like this and your other trails, it was important to have something fairly skinny (i.e. not a full-sized) and short but could also handle random hard sections. I have not been let down by the 4runner, except MPG. Not sure if they would be better in the Ranger with larger tires, armor, etc. but I am glad I went with the 4runner - it's gotten me out of so many funky situations and is way easier to turn around on a tight fire road - which I do SO much when adventuring. The 4runner is cliche but that's because it works so well. Perfect wheel-base, wide enough to be stable, great traction aids, and super comfy. Funny enough, it's about the same size as an 80 series Land Cruiser! Great to see how the Tremor does and look forward to seeing more go on your track and how it evolves!

  • @ads2600
    @ads2600 Před 2 lety

    Looks like the ranger's brake lock differential isn't aggressive enough on the "brake" on the front axle. Did you happen to try ford's crawl control equivalent? It looks like you tried the regular modes but not their offroad cruise control thing.
    Doubt it would change result but curious about how it compares to crawl control.

    • @ads2600
      @ads2600 Před 2 lety

      Forgot to mention, your new course is awesome! Excited to see more vehicles tested on it.

  • @p2c940
    @p2c940 Před 2 lety +1

    Please do a review on the 2022 Frontier PRO-4X

  • @rottieshepcalibre9156
    @rottieshepcalibre9156 Před 2 lety

    i love the fact you left in your errors when filming.. realism.. brilliant.. nice truck but i too cant understand how a mechanical ignition and key wont wear out quicker than a button being pushed

  • @UKR91
    @UKR91 Před 2 lety

    Love 4runner

  • @spudbuilt4308
    @spudbuilt4308 Před 2 lety

    Also I would think the lack of weight on the rear tires is where pickups struggle. Have you guys tried the new bronco on this yet?

  • @nmtay
    @nmtay Před 2 lety +1

    Been complaining for like the last 2-3 years that they should make push-button start and the B&O sound system options on the XLT trim. More options means more sales.

  • @nomadicnormans8844
    @nomadicnormans8844 Před 2 lety

    @15:07 is the entrance to one of my favorite trails in the area. My wife and I have made content for a little CZcams channel there. I would also love to challenge my Outback on your new course you made. :)

  • @dougnoel3745
    @dougnoel3745 Před 2 lety +5

    You can make every video about the 4runner.

  • @kilroywashere9343
    @kilroywashere9343 Před 2 lety +1

    9:05 to me this is one of the most important things to have in an off-road vehicle. You need to be able to control the back wheels if your sliding down a hill

  • @TheKittyClink
    @TheKittyClink Před rokem

    my 2016 colorado has wireless support how to 2021's still not have that. i have an LT not even a high end model lol

  • @alferns5419
    @alferns5419 Před 2 lety +10

    Would love to see a regular Cherokee trailhawk or even a limited on this trail as they are considering the most offroadable vehicles in their class

  • @user-cx2bk6pm2f
    @user-cx2bk6pm2f Před 2 lety

    Is it safe to assume 4L in any transfer case is a locked center diff?

  • @georgekayser2479
    @georgekayser2479 Před 2 lety

    Any word on getting the 2.7 L Ecoboost in the Tremor in the near future?

  • @fadecomic
    @fadecomic Před 2 lety

    As a personal anecdote, the bad thing about the push button start is the expense of a lost key fob. You can't use the physical key to start if, even if you still have it. You can't order a replacement fob really from anywhere but the dealer, you cannot program it yourself, and the car needs to be at the dealership physically. So about $300+ for the replacement fob + $100 for labor + towing cost for a lost key when you have a pushbutton start.

  • @forrest225
    @forrest225 Před rokem

    The electric switch in my Pontiac grand am ignition actually failed on me around 70k miles. The car would start but the accessories wouldn’t get power, so I was driving around without a functioning gauge cluster lol. Sometimes hitting a bump would cause it to come on. It would do the full gauge sweep and then jump to the current values 😂.

  • @gonzogonz915
    @gonzogonz915 Před rokem

    Is there a 2021.5 model? I see 21’s with led headlight push button start fox shocks…

  • @nicoaguilar13
    @nicoaguilar13 Před 2 lety +2

    Ranger has crawl control too!

  • @123vilix
    @123vilix Před 2 lety

    How does that wench switch work? And is she able to leave the truck once activated?

  • @JR-playlists
    @JR-playlists Před 2 lety +1

    Since this did turn into a T vs F video, a better comparison would have been a Tacoma vs Ranger. Or a Bronco vs 4Runner...

  • @matthewm3912
    @matthewm3912 Před 2 lety +5

    Halogen headlights on any vehicle these days in unacceptable! Especially a new F-150. The price of these vehicles demands better headlights.

    • @rustlesee
      @rustlesee Před 2 lety +1

      The 4Runner has Halogen. Just in a projector. 😂

  • @thewhiskeycowboy-official

    Some of your comments make me believe you don't understand how limited slip works and that you still get it in 4 wheel drive. You don't get binding when in 4 wheel drive. You get it with locked differentials. And that does not happen in 4 wheel drive, you have to actually choose that after you are in 4 wheel drive. The reason you drive in 2 wheel drive on streets as normal isn't because of "binding" but because it is better on gas due to not having to "drive" the front wheels, they rotate freely. And your comment about not having a front camera is something any vehicle that says it is trail ready should have.... um.... no vehicles had then until pretty recently. LOL I understand, and love them, but.... that is not a feature that is a requirement for "off road ready" vehicles. Hell, I think 360 view cameras should be on all vehicles, and more so "off road" ones, but... again... not a requirement, nor even needed. Overall though, you need to really learn to drive.... all the issues you seemed to have were your fault IMO. People get lazy and expect their vehicle to do everything for them, and don't learn to drive. This video seemed like someone who has never actually driven "off road", don't understand momentum, or any other factor for moving along the trails or off them. And airing down helps.... yeah I get it, you don't air down because the manufacture does not want you to "alter"... air down. It was not a fair test or example of what the truck can do.

  • @JeepCherokeeful
    @JeepCherokeeful Před 2 lety +10

    I can’t wait to watch a Subaru Wilderness package negotiate this course!

    • @ScoobyFermentation
      @ScoobyFermentation Před 2 lety +2

      I’m sue it will because this channel is an extension of Subaru’s marketing department.

  • @billymc2681
    @billymc2681 Před 2 lety +2

    If you are out in the middle of nowhere at 2 am and the battery dies on your key fob on your push button only vehicle, then you'll wish you had a regular key! My wife's car has push button start but I just prefer a regular key.
    Seems like the Toyota crawl control works better than the Fords.

  • @Kiss__Kiss
    @Kiss__Kiss Před 2 lety

    My favorite Tires in the world(General Grabbers AT/X).. I use these, all the time.. Not bad looking for a Ford lol But I wholeheartedly agree.. NEEDS updated headlights.. Also an updated interior.

  • @Arid379
    @Arid379 Před rokem

    I lime the 4 runner crawl

  • @TrailTape
    @TrailTape Před 2 lety

    Do you think the 4runner would have made it up with ATRAC on (but not using crawl control)?

  • @LogicRecordsOfficial
    @LogicRecordsOfficial Před 2 lety

    Impressive course - by any chance can you bring the new outback wilderness just because I’m thinking to buy one
    Thx

  • @pablomoreno1999
    @pablomoreno1999 Před 2 lety +11

    The crawl control demo was amazing, it was just bizarre how well it did, pleeeeease toyota never ever ever turn the 4runner into a glorified highlander or something like that
    Also loving the new course, huge step up for the channel and seeing dedicated offroaders struggle is always a good sign, keep it up man!

    • @ebscoHOSTpub
      @ebscoHOSTpub Před 2 lety

      Yeah that crawl control was an amazing demonstration for the 4Runner. Blew the Tremors capability out of the water rather efficiently and quickly.

  • @nickg9321
    @nickg9321 Před 2 lety

    I knew when I saw the 4Runner poke its nose around the corner it was about to show out a little bit!

  • @Kcducttaper1
    @Kcducttaper1 Před 2 lety +1

    Normally, I'm not a fan of any drive mode on any 'proper' off road vehicle just because 95% of them are useless marketing gimmicks, but I gotta say; I've actually been pretty impressed with Toyota's sand mode (in the Tacoma - not sure if it's in the 4-Runner, but I would assume so), and the 4-Runner's crawl mode.

  • @213sams
    @213sams Před rokem

    Push start is better coz the key system brake after some time and dust stuck to the system dealing with one now

  • @mojavedesertsonorandesert9531

    Calling your bluff...😂 Looked like a comparison to me.....😉

  • @jonathanrose829
    @jonathanrose829 Před 2 lety

    I have 4 paw drive and lots of crawl control with a special sleeping mode

  • @ALMX5DP
    @ALMX5DP Před 2 lety +7

    Wonder if the Ranger's wheelbase played a role in that issue. Looking forward to other SUVs and trucks running up there to see if that becomes a trend!

    • @TheBeatenPaths
      @TheBeatenPaths Před 2 lety +1

      I doubt the wheelbase was the issue. More like the light back end.

    • @ALMX5DP
      @ALMX5DP Před 2 lety

      @@TheBeatenPaths Could be, but I dont think the weight difference is too huge between the two. Both weigh a similar amount and from my guess a weight difference over the rear axles would only be maybe 200lbs between them. That could make the difference though, so either way will be interesting to see other vehicles to highlight any trends that may arise.

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c Před 2 lety +1

      Its the lack of weight in the back that causes the traction issues, its the same with any truck VS an SUV, which is far better balanced for weight front to rear...course you could always add weight to the pickup bed, but you'd need 400-500 pounds at a minimum for most trucks in order to see a difference in traction.

    • @steveschilling5966
      @steveschilling5966 Před 6 měsíci

      Air down and it would make it.

  • @hereforthevideo9128
    @hereforthevideo9128 Před 2 lety +2

    Perhaps you went in the wrong direction on the Ford wrt speed using Trail Control? You started at the 2 mph setting which had the Ford traveling visibly faster than the 4 runner was traveling with crawl control set to level 2. Then when the Ford tires broke loose you backed off and increased the speed setting. Had you instead dropped the Ford's speed to 1 mph or even 0.5 mph to help avoid breaking traction then it might have worked out better?