2017 Ford Ranger XLT vs Volkswagen Amarok V6 | CarAdvice

Double-cab pickups have been getting ever closer to their SUV stablemates in terms of comfort, safety and technology... but it seems power hasn't been a huge focus. Until now.
We put the new Volkswagen Amarok V6 up against the Ford Ranger XLT to see if the new car's added oomph is enough to make it king of the utes.
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[@1972juankarlos]

you guys are so fun to watch... great footage and comments

[@leoesposito8762]

Another brilliant report keep up the good work boys.

[@kazmeyers]

Great comparison review video. Not even keen on buying any of these cars but was informative and entertaining enough to watch!

[@mervharris5183]

Grabbed an Ultimate 4 weeks ago and very happy. And yes owned a brace of fords and to me change can be good as a holiday. Quality interior and engine/transmission sold me. Mind you I don't have rear passengers other than a dog. Use mine more as a car with occasional trip to the farm.

[@charmainebotha6349]

I now we have a Ford Ranger

[@granthenderson687]

Well done guys , finally an objective, fair and no bullshit comparison , I recently traded in my 2016 Navara for a Wildtrak , I run a company where we go off road to track and repair pipe lines , my opposite number runs a fleet of Rangers opposed to my Nissan and v6 Amaroks ,Rangers run rings around us in all perspectives

[@krispykruzer]

dude with the beard has really improved....well done !

[@BenzinioB]

And I like the previous generation Toyota Hilux SR5 the most :) Yes, these are better in any measurable way... but the legend is a legend!

[@bosse641]

Great. ....drooling over the XLT. ....so nice.

[@paulvantichelen1567]

You have failed to test the braking of the two vehicles on gravel. The Amarok has an off road setting for the ABS brakes which makes a huge difference.

[@RoiGrec]

Looking forward to buy one UTE in Greece. Ranger here comes in 2,2 Limited Edition and it costs around 28k euros (for farmers) including Navi, leather heated seats, off road pack and front parking sensors. On the other hand new Amarok costs about 29k, but it lacks all the above accessories, plus rear airbags. But this V6 engine plus the automatic 8 speed gearbox with 4motion (need this more like a car, than a workhorse) make Amarok look soooo tempting, that it makes the obvious decision (ranger) not so obvious finally. Think I'm going for the Ranger, but this engine makes my heart hurt...

[@nothingness9603]

Nice one guys

[@148Reaper]

Just gotta keep in mind the Amarok is a 2010 vehicle with a facelift. The reason why its behind in safety is because it was class leading when it came out, everyone else brought out new models catch up and eventually overtook it, some some manufacturers have had 3 models come out in the time amarok has been out.

[@Drivecomau]

Not quite - but yes, the Amarok is older than most. However we have spoken to VW engineers who say the car is capable of having rear curtain airbags fitted - so they just need to do it.

[@148Reaper]

Those that have Amaroks know what they have, there is a reason why more and more people move over to them. Eventually people look past the media and let results speak for themself.

[@148Reaper]

You use Isis as a guide to what sort of vehicle you should be buying? hahaha

[@fordperformanceandoffroada376]

and that why i got 2016 ranger wildtrak , love it

[@CoolizBrown]

jeffery Pacey is stilll ok

[@amirhossainzadeh3951]

Has your DPF caught on fire?

[@freshy4204]

surely the transmission is cooked by now

[@tesla_models]

Great better than vw dieselgate scandal

[@markosancin6096]

Hi! Can you please put on the front and the rear seats a person of 1,90 m? By the way, you did a very nice and well prepared comparision of those two pick ups, congratulations :)

[@donovannotmyname7306]

I'm getting a Danger Ranger when the start selling them in the US.

[@carstenhansen5757]

150 watts and a hairdryer. That's going to take a looooong time. :D

[@flameaxe1012]

Iv test drove both.... Amarok v6 is on order!

[@nurbsenvi]

There is no comparison.

[@freshy4204]

these videos are always bias, i did the same thing and it wasn't even close, the amarok blew me away

[@user-gk1nt6sm2z]

I have the wiltrack, company car and am impressed. VW are very good at disappointing customers when things go wrong (often), bad satisfaction index over a long period of time.

[@mickroden7973]

I’ve got a 2013 tdi420 and she’s a great ride except I’ve had a few issues (and I’m not the only one). Both Passenger doors will now not open from the outside, so obviously there is a door actuator problem with VDUBS. Also the EGRs tend to develop internal leaks. I know several people who have these issues with their Amaroks. Fortunately the EGR was fixed under warranty (just) but now I’ve got to figure out how to fix the stupid doors without getting ripped off. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

[@mthomshayisa5074]

I have a tremedous experience with the ranger. It is the way to go sometimes i forget that im driving a heavy pick truck.

[@paultighe1298]

VW Amarok all the way, I do drive one .. Taking it everywhere so car like inside is great and the best payload in the class. VW diesels awesome.

[@jcstrydom2505]

Paul Tighe not for that pricing though.

[@oldbloke100]

you said it, CAR like. to low to take off road. Kill people with exhaust gas. pile of shit.

[@freshy4204]

@@oldbloke100 took my v6 amarok to fraser and it did everything as good if not better than most people, full stock vehicle too

[@oldbloke100]

@@freshy4204 I'm sure it drifted like you were on a cloud of smoke 420

[@freshy4204]

@@oldbloke100 only drifts were the rangers struggling at inskip

[@trevorbush3656]

Rear airbags, really? 4motion Auto was the reason I did not buy my 4th Ranger and went Amarok. For the family, I don't need features that help in a crash, I prefer features that REDUCE the chance of a crash and the Auto box on the Amarok is leaps ahead of the Ranger......So 4years later, 86 000km covered and not one breakdown for the Amarok, not one issue and still going strong...so the order for the V6 has gone in.

[@anthonytromp6265]

Good luck in a side impact

[@aaronclose2325]

People won’t understand how good a VW Amarok V6 is until they drive one especially after fitting it out will all the typical 4x4 upgrades. They are awesome. People’s way of thinking needs to evolve with technology. Its by far the safest and most versatile 4x4 I’ve ever driven. Power, Power, Power, get out of my way!

[@freshy4204]

@@aaronclose2325 i drove one of the new amarok v6's yesterday and was actually shocked how good they were compared to the others, the power is crazy

[@MaZEEZaM]

Freshy420 They are great vehicles but the lack of rear airbags is a massive oversight. Even if you’re a fantastic driver, you can’t always account or overcome other drivers actions, it’s far better to have the safety tech included and not needed than than need it when it’s not there.

[@freshy4204]

@@MaZEEZaM for me i couldn't give two fucks about the saftey of it haha

[@MrZeljko88]

Id go the vw any day also fit a steel bulbar. 580 WOULD BE NICE

[@amirhossainzadeh3951]

You always comment that you want a steel bullbar.

[@MrZeljko88]

@@amirhossainzadeh3951 I know its like a helmet for the truck, and they save you from been stuck road side.

[@tango420p6]

MrZeljko88 bullbars are dangerous if you hit a tree. It defeats the purpose of the crumble in the car

[@gibbethoskins8621]

Wish Ford and Holden would have done V8 versions of their 4x4 utes

[@mmorgz6622]

ford did... the F150 raptor and even better, the shelby raptor. holden didnt because.... well, we all know why ;)

[@nielhvg9408]

A little bit late, but in other markets you could get V8 in the full size vehicles offered by both Ford and GM, you could even get a TT v6 in the Ford.

[@jcsydney4763]

M Morgz yes Ford did, just not in rhd factory manufactured unfortunately

[@joshwinders435]

they are completely right the ford ranger has been the best truck since 2012

[@harpersneil]

Another thing, I'm surprised that so many people in the comments think that Ute's are just for tradies. I think you'll find (I fall into this category) that these flashier Ute's (I just bought a Wildtrak) are used by outdoor professionals like Engineers, architects etc. I for one need a laptop, and in my outgoing Amarok that meant buying an inverter that lived in my glove box. I also have a baby seat in the back for my 2 year old. Now airbags in the back and a 230v outlet are HUGE bonuses for me and I couldn't a flying nuns fuck about putting a pallet in the tray - just as long as I can throw my bike in there and shit from Bunnings on the weekend and when I go camping.

[@cornenothome4191]

Airbags and babyseats normally don't work, maybe in your country..

[@lbackhausen1]

It kind of depends on what your intended use is, for us very occasional rear occupants. Very little value in the trickery like lane assist etc. We are probably leaning towards the amarok because we are drivers not tech junkies.

[@edwilliam-cullen8585]

Hey guys, I am thinking about buying the Ranger but the XLS, could you tell me the difference between the XLS & the top of the range models mainly the XLT, is there any major differences or are the differences mainly cosmetic ? The main reason I like the XLS is the price .... Thanks Ed

[@awesomepeople1863]

I'd really like to see a dual cab comparison, where they all have factory tow packs installed, and they go into the bush, and load it to the gunnels with firewood, where the terrain is bad enough that you should be in low range.

[@Drivecomau]

Stay tuned!

[@mattheginger]

Had to admit, I thought this sounded a lot like a Ford ad, until they mentioned all the missing stuff in the amarok, then I could see why the Ranger won. The Rangers are very thirsty though, and really quite shoddily built (paint, suspension, interior, gearbox) which obviously never finds it's way into a review.

[@sams1550]

mattheginger I'm on to my second Ranger... never had issues with anything you mentioned. I know there are Rangers out there with problems... but, show me a vehicle that's never had any issues haha

[@tesla_models]

You sound more like a vw fanboy

[@troyd-motorsport9933]

I love the tech and looks of the ranger, but i love the drivetrain of the amarok more. For me, ill wait a couple of years until either amarok adds the tech or ranger adds a EcoBoost v6 diesel

[@briskites2596]

Ok, having looked at a few CarAdvice comparisons now , a few things have come to my attention- 1. Any vehicle can win a comparison depending on the criteria set. eg- which car has the most Ford badges. 2. The trend is listing the number of features rather than the benefits any of these features might provide. 3. A lack of real world facts or evidence as it's faster and easier just to form an opinion. Any chance of a full comparison? Maybe one with some real world owners or potential buyers.

[@EvMstein]

Does Ford Ranger 2016 model still have any transmission issues?

[@victorbeltran2808]

I am buying a ranger in December as my Christmas gift

[@bobdown4805]

They do't mention some of the major issues the Ranger has the headlights like candles. Ford has had some major issues with this diesel engine.

[@Ausprep]

Should do base model

[@SuperNitmar]

I bet nobody who has driven the V6 Amarok buys a ranger

[@AceOfSpadesPRO01]

I drove them both on the weekend and it’s soo hard to decide I absolutely loved the smooth drive and tech in the ranger, but that engine in the amarok is really hard to forget. If I was to buy 1 tho I would probly still go the amarok as although the tech in the ford is cool, do you really need it? Nope

[@rizo8957]

You also need a forklift to get your pallet out of the back.

[@StephenDyer53]

I just took an Amarok Sportskine, Ranger 3.2 and Ranger 2lt for a test drive yesterday. Loved the V6s power and extra width inside was great. The steering wheel in the Ranger felt a lot better and the Rangers ride was also a lot smoother than the Amarok. I also liked the electronics in the Ranger. The 2 lt Ranger was smoother compared to the 3.2. But the Amarok’s acceleration was awesome. Very hard to decide which to buy.

[@SuperNitmar]

Stephen Dyer both good utes, im mostly on road use and the Amarok drives like a car. Even the wife loves driving it.

[@Techrechmac]

The ranger is a fantastic car! Glad to see it win again :)

[@rafaelsolis2018]

Techrechmac I

[@AceOfSpadesPRO01]

Techrechmac when doesn't it win haha 👌🏿

[@Techrechmac]

Jamesy YzTwoStrokeMx true

[@janelledent8600]

Techrechmac q

[@joshbens2630]

Holdens are better

[@tube-dude77]

I havent driven a Ranger yet, but heres my personal experience on the V6 Amarok : great engine, as said, and thats where it ends. The brakes, specially when towing 2 tons, REALLY need to be pushed to get the vehicle to stop quick. The 2020 Toyota Hilux 2.8GD6 does a WAY BETTER job with the same weight. The Auto gearbox doesn't kick down to the lower gear when Cruise Control is activated. I cruised at 120km/h with the trailer, and on a long uphill it just lost speed all the way down to 95km/h without kicking down. Very annoying. And everybody complains about the Ranger selecting different gears TOO much. 🤔 After 600km, the seats feel like bricks. We HAD to get out for a break. As said, rear seat space is compromised. I am 6"4, and my son is 6"2, the wife only 5"6. So sitting in the rear, my son was constantly complaining on the whole trip. And there is no power seat adjustments up front. All manual. I agree with other commenters that a person dont REALLY need all the gismos and gadgets that the other UTE's have, but the Amarok is lacking in safety with no rear airbags, and i get it, there are awesome owners/drivers out there that have NEVER caused an accident before. But there are tons and millions of total idiots driving on public roads, that can drive into the innocent guy, and i am SURELY not taking a chance with my kids or even other rear seat passengers, without any rear seat airbags. The Amarok is basically copying 70's and 80's principles like the F250's, Chevy C10's from even earlier years: take the biggest UTE out there, plonk in an extremely powerful engine, and forget the rest. Not good by today's standards. Then fuel consumption : i dont know what a Ranger would achieve, but the V6 Amarok, on a full tank of fuel, open road, cruising at 120km/h, towing 2 tons, only managed to get 380 km. If the Amarok was priced better than the Ranger, i guess all could be forgiven, but being more expensive???? I am really disappointed with the package that is the V6 Amarok. And by the way, i drove the Amarok along 2200km over 3 days.

[@mgtr.guszap5274]

Ranger forever! Ford Ranger in Argentina is exactly the same + 7 airbags. Protection all around! Besides, Ford has had a long lasting reliability in this kind of cars. VW has recently started to produce them! Give it a thought!

[@2500mike]

So Australia has the same issue as the United states. Lots of expensive trucks for people that won't use it as a truck haha. I did like the base model Hilux you guys tested. The Isuzu seems to be a good value as well. Better suited for the tradesman.

[@magoo970]

So what is that in foot pounds of torque on the ranger?

[@paulking6293]

Rather odd that the brake test was one application, the test should have been repeated stops or down hill with a load in the back.. I would suggest the Amarok would come out on top in those real world brake tests

[@albertviljoen9606]

I don't like many wont agree. I drove both, VW is in its own league, only rear space where there is a slight compromise....Also don't test the brakes with one stop, standard ISO test is min, max and average for 10 stops. Vent discs far superior on Amarok and also the reason Raptor will be specified with Rear Discs....

[@paulfowler2790]

Very interesting but need to get them against the king of 4x4 the defender

[@79denali]

the brake test in the others test stop at 37 meters way better than ranger, after I drove amarok all the others UTE feels just not ride as good as amarok. amarok wins

[@travisquartz3020]

So the Ranger is the best because it has rear airbags? 0-100 in 10.7 vs 8.2? Wider like a proper truck in the USA? Amarok wins in my book, huge difference in performance. Would pay 10+k for that difference in performance, no contest. Should compare them side by side, it would be a total humiliation in an acceleration test

[@johnrichardson8048]

I hope he was joking about a 150w outlet running a hair dryer....150w is pretty impressive though! I got a vw v6 but 😁

[@jonnywoods4074]

I dont get it. When you guy's did your affordable ute test you said the amarok won by a long shot but the ranger in that test is pretty much the same as a wildtrack. The wildtrack just has some better gadgets and some shiny bits but drives the same and has the same drive train as a xls which was in that test but the v6 highline in this test is a much better car then then the core model that won the other test. So why do you think the ranger is better in every step in the way in the test but it looses to the 4 cylinder amarok?

[@markleach1866]

That's exactly my point too. Why does the Amarok lose this review to the Ranger, when in their 2017 4x4 ute comparison video the Amarok core won against the Ranger and all the other utes? seriously how does that work? Whoever is running the show at CarAdvice clearly has no fucking idea.

[@rsoul7282]

Good review, can we please have some men test these things next time however, and I hope the testers didn't find those fire trails and semi rural areas too scary.

[@Drivecomau]

+R Soul - Paul did have to rush out and get his hair done... Stay tuned though, we have some proper off-road tests in the plan.

[@hmaccas9657]

can you do one with the hilux

[@itsjaydenk]

Sure the VW has a big tub, but you’re forgetting to mention its payload capabilities. Even if it can have the width of a pallet, I doubt it could carry the weight.

[@Drivecomau]

We did mention payload.

[@stevie6621]

If the Ford Ranger had a similar type of engine like the Amarok than it would be better.

[@michelleroberts5472]

Disappointed the Ranger has drum breaks. My Foton Finland has rear disc brakes with dull drums for the park brake

[@redthorn-gj7zu]

Is it usa truck or another country truck?

[@RI-nw6du]

They put the trailer hitch sleeve in upside down

[@Stura_tv]

would like to compare the 2.3 d nissan navara

[@frankpeters3684]

VW gives you a 12 year rust warranty bet that ford doesn't you can chip a v6 to 207 kw and 770nm at the wheels with stock everything no other comes close and the build quality is far superior with VW than other brands but the price of parts lets them down I have had a tourag for 5years 170000 kms trouble free 7.5 kms per 100 kms I will not buy anything else Just traded it for a v 6 amarok winning Drive one and see

[@unfrggnbelievble8320]

Any chance you know who does that chip?😂

[@angusfedrick8202]

The ranger has quiet enough power. I was in my mates mark two ranger on Frazer island and it pulled a stuck Toyota hilux out like a twig

[@mmorgz6622]

momentum and traction is what pulls vehicles out of the mess. i have towed a GU AND a GQ out of soft sand with my suzuki vitara. first tug on both instances with both vehicles up to the diffs (GU was in an akward spot on a dune and up to the chassis in sand). zuki only has 107KW and weighs 1390kg. far from powerful. i get 0-100km in sometime next week XD

[@fakih121]

Holy wah!! + 60k for a mid size pickup?

[@rohyco]

vs Hilux of course!!!

[@pmmtfaawbprincessmaleehamo6073]

I love the VW amarok I think I am in love with it signed maleeha daughter of zak

[@pmmtfaawbprincessmaleehamo6073]

SNCF he

[@pmmtfaawbprincessmaleehamo6073]

♪♪••♥♥♠♠♦♦♣♣

[@jerrymyahzcat]

You can’t run a hairdryer off a 150W/240V socket mate.

[@EB720S]

The amarok is just better in any area so simple I don't know why everyone is getting crazy for the ranger

[@danielsimonda3836]

3.0 V6 550n.m....sounds to me like the Nissan V9X engine.

[@hickboy360]

Know what is a piss off about being in North America right now, KZbin is the closest I will get to one of these 1/4 ton pickups

[@MaZEEZaM]

Not a fan of you calling it a 'Pickup' we are not American, also not much a fan of the music. Otherwise great review.

[@dperk1757]

Great review and definitely the Ford all the way on paper, but once you've driven the two vehicles the paper seems worth a lot less.. The Ranger just feels like harder work on and off the road, I found myself wondering how to turn off the lane guidance, too much hard plastic, and with no rear passengers the VW power, feel and overall quality won me. I liked the Ranger a lot and nearly bought one, but the Amarok won the day.

[@onestepbeyond5221]

Buderim Mountain Banjo Co. Same for me! but I went for the p300.

[@khathutshelonenwini8672]

Ford ranger so much easy on the eye

[@89tuber]

Ford.. 'uses 9L per 100km' - switch to Amarok.. '.. it has 180kw of POWER!'... Couldn't you two have compared more consistently? So how much fuel did that Amarok use?

[@davidparseth]

ranger vs Colorado?

[@wildbill23c]

Wait till 2019 when the ranger comes back to the US.

[@Blackstaar52]

colorado has been having transmission problems lately

[@LuizFernando-ny4hc]

Amarok❤

[@richardgoodwin3087]

What did they do to the ford ranger we all know and loved 😭 it used to not look like trash

[@amirhossainzadeh3951]

What's wrong with it?

[@Ford_RangerOG]

Why Me :(

[@volkswagenamarok8378]

Ahhh.. we got toasted

[@Ford_RangerOG]

somebody is blaming you for Leg cutting space and a dementable airbags

[@volkswagenamarok8378]

and lowering a bed trunk sounds a tin can to get rekt by freight liner trucks

[@Ford_RangerOG]

Damn True! and yet My rims so scrawny that even people might wanna vomit

[@volkswagenamarok8378]

and a typical 4 disc is a bullshit to a ute

[@RobWillmot]

My daughter bought an AMAROK. She pulls a horse float. The 2lt shit box cannot pull it. Put the groceries in it from the supermarket and it is over. 2lt twin turbo doesn't work as described. The engine has to work overtime to go anywhere. German know how!

[@norbyursaciuc8440]

Ranger nr 1

[@allanmacbadger5692]

I live in the UK and I've had a Ford Ranger Limited double cab pick up for 2 years now, I work in the construction industry and do on and off road driving plus towing as well. I have to say the Ford is a very good vehicle BUT I have also had 2 previous Nissan Navara Tekna double cab pick ups that both did 140 / 150 k miles, don't think there is anything to choose between these two really good 4x4 pick up trucks, before anyone mentions - I haven't had the N300 model.

[@darmaadhitama3568]

please compare to the navara d23 np300

[@onestepbeyond5221]

Darma Adhitama For three months I've studied/sat in/ read the reviews.I have always been ford. But this time I've chosen the new p300. I'm well pleased :-)

[@rileyglover6804]

Vw all the way you don’t need the tech that’s in the ranger after all it is a Ute

[@lggonzalez4485]

Amarok is powerful, faster (8 sec Amarok VS +11 secs Ranger) and toooo much confortable on the road. And of you like it off -road VW has better tech spects, systems and results. load_ a pallet space vs a old, slower and overated Ranger. Also touch media are modern , they both are the top an the segment, but overall i prefer the Amarok. Two turbo system and 8 automatic transmition is a plus on the Wolskwagen Amarok.

[@megageiber]

Honestly what has the car world come to?? If Toyota were to produce brand new 2004 model Toyota Hilux's again then I would buy one in a heart beat.

[@endzmeetmusic9053]

Ah well in 2 years time these two will be the same ute

[@jurievanstaden4959]

why dont they say how much the amarok can take

[@bailey32121]

Pickups aren't about fancy interior, they are work horses! Makes me laugh when sales reps have pickups and they moan they don't have much gizmo!😂 for me I'd go with the ranger more reliable, get parts anywhere you look plus I have a supercab ranger so I can fit in more than the amarok! RANGER WINS ALL DAY

[@liamdoyle6351]

Triton vs ranger

[@stylz1]

WTH, I want all the trucks you Aussies get to be available here in America. I don't get why car companies do this.

[@yousseflatrach4759]

Dessin amaroc et very good

[@andersspets4239]

Ranger Wildtrak all the way!

[@TURBOMIKEIFY]

If the Amarok has "permanent 4x4".... doesn't that basically make it an AWD vehicle? -_-

[@amirhossainzadeh3951]

Yes it is

[@OxRashedxO]

I want to see them with the hilux in extreme off road conditions.

[@06hunter54]

lol

[@bjbuckley6108]

but no back passenger air bags lol brop the ball vw

[@timphoto83ec]

The ford interior is BLAND! No way my wife would let me buy one. The VW though is really very nice inside. Also the 3.2 Ford has oil problems plus head gasket problems and even bent chassis problems. Cant find any issues at all when researching the VW.

[@timphoto83ec]

@Mojo Well she must have thought the bland interior suited you.

[@tesla_models]

Best of luck with vws dieselgate issues and insurance scandals

[@timphoto83ec]

Well she twisted my arm to buy a Range Rover Vogue instead so probably not. Great car but i miss hosing it out as i did my Defender.

[@tesla_models]

@@timphoto83ec great job they are excellent off roaders

[@HotHeadCJ]

I want to the see them compared to the bargain Mitsubishi Triton, which is as fast as the Amarok to 100kmh. The D-Max would be good too

[@Drivecomau]

Ah. No it isn't. But stay tuned - we put the basic double cab utes together in a mega test, coming soon!

[@HotHeadCJ]

Kindly include 0-100 and braking tests from now on. good stuff, thanks!

[@automandan]

CarAdvice.com After all the crap VW pulled with the Diesel why would anyone want to even buy a VW Diesel anyway.Screw the VW Buy the Ford you can't go wrong with the Ford .

[@Nathaniel2256Studios]

​@@automandanrangers are crap in terms of reliability and comfort. Amaroks are better in every way.

[@RobWillmot]

I really like the Ranger but put it back to basics, Its a work horse not a Rolls Royce. Put that extra shit on as an option. It would probably make the unit $5.000 cheaper

[@zakynthinosellin]

I have a amarok 2.0 manual my neighboors have a ford each we tug them both with same street tires and they lost..._What?What can you say to me about fords? Amarok is the badass

[@burocktr12]

A Wildtrack would be a better choise for comparison.

[@anthonyfrance6640]

the best: ford ranger

[@samuelmlambo2540]

that its the truth ford its the best for now

[@harpersneil]

I've driven these two back to back (I've owned a Gen 1 Amarok for 3 years also) and I have to say that the V6 in the Amarok is amazing; it pulls like a freight train! But in the end, I ended up buying the Ranger (Wildtrak) as it's interior is more practical with the 230v Inverter, Sync 3 is great (though I use Android Auto mostly. But still the 8" screen is larger and more responsive than that in the Amarok), there's no curtain air bags in the Amarok in the rear, and the Ranger cost less. Seriously though, the Amarok is hugely impressive and a very VERY close second.

[@timurselcuk1556]

Amarok anyday