2023 Ford Ranger V6 (inc. 0-100) detailed review: RIP all other utes?

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks for watching! You can check out our review of the Ranger Wildtrak here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIKwpKqKZ5iohZY and also see comments from Ford about the V6 vibration issue here: www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/2023-ford-ranger-some-new-utes-grounded-for-vibration-issue

[@samuelmosehla3783]

We love Range

[@fhclappen8595]

I would love if Ford could give me an honest reason why the tail shaft is causing vibrations, and how it can be fixed permanently Since my 2012 Wildtrak is 10 years old, and way out of warranty with 289 000 km on.I think it's called customer care. It will be great to know why.

[@musac1248]

Hi Can you please grag race the Ford v6 with V6 580 Amarok. I think Ford is slow but I think the test ll do tell

[@Childlike.curiosity]

I got the Wildtrak in Sedona Orange. I’m never getting any other car now. Absolutely in love. Beautiful drive, stunning interior and plenty of tools to help you out driving.

[@staasinnovations2126]

Already people complaining about a massive tailshaft vibration, looks like the old XR8 problems are back 🤦

[@billchesnut]

Really enjoying the review of the new Ranger, can't wait to see the Everest reviews

[@muerangara]

Paul is bloody good with his reviews. You won't miss anything, loud and clear.

[@juliangarcia8599]

Quality review as always, keep it up mate!

[@A861967]

I thought the XLS was the workhorse Better tires and wheels for off rd etch(I have the last one and use it for work). I don't think I will go for the new look, it looks a bit... unattractive and unbalanced think it is the Ute platform that gives it this impression. The big screen is just distracting and probably won't dim enough at night either. Yes, a bigger old engine in it will help pull its weight and improve performance in theory. Great review Paul.

[@GT-ch8wd]

For that price.. ouch. The v6 is a bonus for torque but the rest of the features are standard on a lot of other brands and much cheaper.

[@markchesterfield6118]

Thanks Paul for another excellent review. Looks like Ford have nailed it again. Just wondering what the final cost of the vehicle you drove would be with the option packs you mentioned?

[@RocketRod63]

I was going to order the exact same vehicle. Touring pack is $900. AT tyres are $500. Spray in bed liner is $400. Total cost is $72,369 drive away. If you have an ABN then you qualify for a blue fleet discount of $2600. Reduced to $69,769. I eventually ordered the Sports model for an extra $2,500. No spray in bed liner, just TP & AT tyres. Total $71,869 😬

[@89jmills]

@@RocketRod63 Thanks for the detail my man - hope you are enjoying your truck, it's an absolute cracker.

[@Kashchey1]

Can you also do the entry level basic model? Poverty pack!

[@bigrokadventures]

How do you find the Ford V6 vs the outgoing amarok V6?

[@steadybuilt7139]

Love the mini f150 look up front, if you put the 03+ courier next to this you can see a sibling relationship i think. Recently discovered the F150 conversion kits to turn the 2013+ PX Rangers into the latest f150 raptor and fell in love, think i may go down that road to be a bit different whilst saving some serious coin, If i had 65k in my account id definitely be placing an order for one of these though!

[@Ancient88Wisdom]

What conversion kits??

[@steadybuilt7139]

@@Ancient88Wisdom search ranger to f150 raptor conversion

[@AtomiserDQ]

Why don't you do a Mahindra review on your channel. The new Scorpio N is a good looking and VFM car for the Australian market.

[@jaswinderssss]

Does Ford or other companies reach out with a clarification when you point out things like condensation building up? Just curious

[@howardwall8743]

'reach out' 🤔... Oh, you mean 'contact' If you have condensation in a light unit, it's simple really. It's a warranty claim...

[@jaswinderssss]

@@howardwall8743 I get that it'll be a warranty claim. But wouldn't companies like to explain or make a statement as to why a brand new car, latest model has such an issue and what they can do to fix it? I might be mistaken and maybe they do do that. I'm just curious

[@howardwall8743]

@@jaswinderssss ... Probably because it's impossible for a car manufacturer to 'stress test' every single thing. If they did, it would cost more money in R&D and then we'd have people like you complaining about the cost of the vehicle. Also, I presume you do realise that in mass production, components can be manufactured out of tolerance due to many reasons. Anyway, Ford are on to the vibrating propshaft saga, of which I'm sure will be rectified soon.

[@stickers8447]

@@howardwall8743 geez you’re a flop, aren’t ya?

[@sjk9429]

Do the review of 2.0L XLT

[@Neeta92]

None complaint for the new Ranger...

[@Ooo-nu6ot]

Nice amarok 4motion

[@Aaron.13]

When did a 70K Ute become the “work horse” in the line up..? And they dropped the ball on the cup holders missing and no teeth in the centre cup holders, such basic things especially at this price..I think Ford are trying to focus to much on the tech stuff and overlook the basics.

[@samsoares1900]

I agree, that’s why it’s best time to buy 79 serries landcruiser at 88k I got quote for sr5 Hilux for 72k which is just crazy.

[@stickers8447]

@@samsoares1900 😂😂 cmon now

[@bushmagpie3312]

@@samsoares1900 buy a 79 and spend another same amount making it into touring vehicle.

[@shalininaicker]

Just curious to know about what make/model the lap timer you were using for the 0-100 test ?

[@jasonwells6437]

Vbox

[@shalininaicker]

@@jasonwells6437 Thanks

[@ovmied00]

Why do car reviewers always worry about how hard the plastic in the dashboard is to touch? What difference does that make?

[@mrz1281]

Paul covers dash material in every review and generally hard plastics is a cost cutting thing.

[@ovmied00]

@@mrz1281 thanks, but does it make any difference in the scheme of things? You don't generally touch your dashboard.

[@trojanhman8136]

Yep, most of these reviews are meaningless.

[@markymark8472]

@@ovmied00 some would be customers care about it some dont, they included it in the review to cover all questions by all viewers

[@tee7snow401]

logevity as well if the surface gets touched on every day how would it endure after 3-5 years cracking dash arm rest and wrinkly foam

[@derekstaceynelson4204]

Awesome. Took my feedback on the split screen with the noise levels over diff surface / speeds. Listening to the people will make you guys #1

[@CarExpertAus]

🙌

[@sailingcitrinesunset4065]

Another overpriced work ute! LDV will do the same job for $40k less! A 4x4 ute will never be an Aston Marin......

[@craigf7188]

Paul the XLT spec seems more like xls/Xl and too large a drop from wildtrak and XLT was originally more upmarket

[@salomondapulamo617]

I agree

[@samuelsutton8299]

Makes you wonder what you're actually paying extra for compared to the lower spec

[@xpusostomos]

Really, the old XLT had all the essential luxuries, just missing a few bits from wildtrak

[@cookie2837]

@@xpusostomos If the XLT just came with leather seats I would of ordered that over the SPORT. I think the XLT is far better looking than the Wildtrakans Sport

[@shreckm6470]

@@xpusostomos The XLS was best value Ranger of them all I got a demo in 2020 with 1500km for $39800 drive away and didn't want sports bar or side steps so if you were going to build up a Ranger the XLS was best value by far.

[@CautiousDavid]

Bugs me how a big chunk of screen real estate seems to always be occupied by redundant climate control, especially noticeable with the 360 camera view, it’s so small despite having this great screen available. Starting to prefer horizontal screen layouts, they just seem to use the real estate a lot better.

[@Warnut]

Expecially when the climate controls are litrally in the same spot. Im not a fan of the screen at all. Id rather have it the size of the vents then the extra inch or 2 at the bottom.

[@matthewhockey8731]

It’s so mind bogglingly retarded that you can’t get rid of the on screen controls. What the fuck was Ford thinking with that one? Why not make that part of the screen customisable you can have what you want down there. Ford seriously need to put an update out to get rid of the moronic redundant A/C controls. It’s the one thing I despise about my WildTrak

[@XSAoRAD]

I'd rather the buttons 🤷 Hate trying to tap the screen without taking my eyes off the road.

[@djizzah]

land Rover engine, vibrations, condensation in headlights, it just doesn't inspire confidence for long term reliability, wait for the new Hilux next year

[@chuchaman4554]

It's not a landrover engine , Ford modified it before putting it f150 , it's not like hilux which will put you into limp mode everytime . How many excuses you Toyota keyboard warriors can make

[@choirhunter]

toyota fan boi with your cheap utes

[@mikeykeyes]

I tell you this- you will need power and torque solely for overtaking here in Australia because there is no where else you can use either due to constant reduction in speed limits. There are more highway police and speed cameras watching the road than terrorists sneaking up our shores. Why do I say power needed for overtaking? Not sure about the rest of the country, but here in the Northern Rivers area, as soon as you hit 2 lanes or broken lines where you can overtake, the same vehicle in the lead that was driving at a walking pace with 20 vehicles behind suddenly sees the checkered flags waived and goes like the wind. So you need all the power you got to save yourself falling behind again to have to jam your brakes down to crawl OR hitting an oncoming car.

[@EnterTheFenix]

Honestly the XLT with the sports bar looks better than the wildtrak. that goofy H-shape piece on the wildtrack looks awful

[@greg3095]

So how’s the tail shaft vibration is that an option

[@shanecapararo6377]

Hi Paul, Great review as usual. I've had my V6 XLT for a month or so now, replacing a PX2 XLT. The PX2 was a great vehicle but this is something else. Boy the new ranger is tall and warrants the step in the rear of the tub. There are some issues however and I'd like to share them with your following and would appreciate their feedback also. Dissapointments: - You have to hold up a relatively heavy bonnent with a stick. ie no struts. - The tyre fittment looks a tad skinny. - The Auto Stop function 0n/off needs to be reversed. i.e Turn it on when you want too, not the other way round. - The bar graph taco is useless. - The biggest lag off the mark I've experienced. Safety Issues: - You have to take your eye off the road needlesly either turning the Auto Stop function off or whentrying to find the Sports Shift buttons. - I dont know if its just my vehicle but driving in rain is outrageously noisey from the windscreen through the roof area to the rear of the cabin. Driving under trees after rain is like put your head in a tin bucket and hitting it with a stick. I never had this problem with the PX2. The safety issue is that the noise overides any voice commands or phone conversation you make. Therefore it negates the handsfree ability in rainy weather. People on Mobiles again?? This is a great vehicle dont get me wrong its technology, comfort, stabilty and quiet ambience (apart from the above) is sublime. Cheers

[@rich7447]

The tire size is all about fuel economy and so is the start/stop functionality. Unfortunately the EPA in the US runs their tests with the default setup that they get when the vehicle is turned on. I hate start-stop and so do a lot of other people. That is why there is an aftermarket device that lets the vehicle remember the last setting and restore it when you restart the vehicle. Ford doesn't offer a manual with the Ranger now so any tach is really going to be useless. I haven't heard about the noise in the rain, but Rangers are not that common here in the US.

[@garrygraham7901]

Speaking of disappointments, I saw that John Cadogan reckons that they are delaying delivery because of a tail shaft vibration. Like the the headlight units, one would think those sort of issues would have been detected and fixed before production gets underway.

[@bigpole6715]

Yeah will John doesn’t know what he’s talking about so take it with salt

[@EnterTheFenix]

I did a test drive with two wildtraks, the 2L and 3L... the 3 had a noticeable vibration in it.

[@garrygraham7901]

@@bigpole6715 yeah, I agree, he is across between a dwarf and a cockatoo, but this was not his opinion. And it was mentioned a bit later in this video, although it may not be a problem in every new unit. But the condensation in the headlights is real. I have been a ford man for 50 years, but I have been burnt by ford unreliability too often, including an Everest. So, just beware with these early production cars.

[@brisal88]

John Cadogan reckons a lot of things...

[@THEROADSMITH]

Ever notice that guy has a lot to say about every single car but you never ever see him in one.

[@d.k.1394]

Moisture in headlights = bad

[@Saddy-gw8bm]

This truck is costly on maintenance. Id personally stay with 4cyl. Considering modern 4cylinder engines nowadays are more than enough. Cheaper to maintain

[@fatimapimentel9611]

I love v6 lol

[@Saddy-gw8bm]

@@fatimapimentel9611 Yup It's really a personal preference. if you're willing to spend that much for a vehicle.

[@RUMBALman4downunder]

Paul condensation is common on led headlights especially if the car is never driven at night or it has been waterblasted or their has been heavy rain. all you need to is drive with the headlights on for a little while and the head will evaporate the the moisture out of the light housing.

[@coolie047]

is that rust @16:09 in the under-seat storage?!

[@markconnell6268]

Had to go back and look,- sure looks like it 😬😬😬😳😳😳

[@animalscars3799]

🤣🤣🤣 good eye man… typical Ford quality

[@hotrod7603]

@@animalscars3799 what surface rust has to do with quality, Go join some garbage Toyota groups you will find many post related to people complaining about surface rust

[@mikerath3284]

Great review again. Thank you. I test drove the V6 Sport yesterday and its simply incredible. A huge difference to my 2020 Wildtrak 2.0 Bi turbo. Plenty of power, super quiet and smooth over the numerous potholes on the test drive. Seats and steering wheel are also a huge improvement to the perfectly good outgoing model and the screen (although the smaller 10" version) was just right. The issue of vibration from tail shaft at high speed for some of the V6 models has already been identified and Ford is resolving the issue here in Australia for those cars that have already landed.

[@chrisgray6988]

V6 Sport for me...might be time to put the durometer to bed

[@cookie2837]

I ordered a V6 sport too, but think I might of over paid

[@aimanfitri0iv]

this is the best midsize truck ever couple of days ago launch in malaysia on our market but unfortunately we're not getting the v6 engine and total of seven variants but no single cab but a manual variant price of rm108k to rm162k

[@religionofpeace3244]

why indonesia always left behind.. we just launched some previous gen by ford a months ago

[@aimanfitri0iv]

@@religionofpeace3244 because it has new distributor in indonesia it took the time to release it

[@Boptone1]

The XLT has lost some lustre compared to the earlier PX2. It used to be 2nd in the range after the Wildtrak and was the bling chrome version with leather and tech options. Now it's the "workhorse" and it shows it's now 3rd in the range. The interior feels cheaper and is lacking compared to the MK2. I can't see the $10 grand increase from my previous 2016 XLT.

[@mills3375]

Great video as always, will you be reviewing the base Xl model?

[@JF-di1nr]

The condensation is normal for tail lights and head lights with the double layering of the plastic

[@aussiefarmer6012]

The v6 diesel is a bad engine. Look up f150 pages in the US. The engine hasn't been fixed. Just wait for the problems to occur here. If ford had any testing or quality control there would not be drive shaft balance issues. They would be balanced in the factory.

[@farmerricho]

Took the 2023 2.0 & 3.0 V6 XLT for a test drive for near 2 hours each. Both great drives & both have there pros & cons. After a long hard think I desided to go with the 2024 XLT 3.0 V6. Arrives March. Cant wait.

[@trickster8635]

I have ordered a Wildtrak, mainly because of the interior. As you stated, the XLT interior has been dulled down somewhat, I guess Ford needed to differentiate comprehensively. I feel the colour options for Wildtrak are limited and should have included the red and blue from other trim levels. So I have stuck with "fleet" white, only because I four wheel drive extensively and that colour is the best at hiding scratches and pin-striping. I own a current Raptor in black, and that is one reason I don't use it off-road!! I have to ask, why you publish fuel consumption in US mpg, because their gallon is smaller than ours and when you transcribe across from litres to gallons, it is a little pointless for Australia. For trip planning, I use litres per 100, but for off-road use I calculate in kms per litre because it is far more accurate a measure for changes in road (off-road) conditions. One needs to have a measure of accuracy when crossing the Simpson Desert, especially off-road. I can be down to 3kms per litre for cross-country expeditions. Perhaps you can find out where the auxiliary switch bank (premium pack) are routed to? ie, where do you tap in to use these circuits!!

[@markymark8472]

probably because the ranger will be available in the USA so lots of viewers from there will be watching the videos, the switches are routed back to the engine bay is what ive been told by webby on cars

[@tyroneclarke1666]

Again made for the US market as the bonnet opener and fuel filler is on the left (US drivers side).

[@stickers8447]

Realistically this is a $50k car. None of the rangers seem worth the money they’re selling for. They’ve nailed some of it but failed in too many areas. Bit disappointed in general

[@dombivi]

Sorry its hit the same UGLY stick as the AU model .

[@am3835]

I love this over the Ranger Raptor. Not so wide, perfect for small roads.

[@pastorofmuppets8834]

But if you have an inferiority complex you need the raptor

[@farzana6676]

This is not a Ranger Raptor. This is just a Ranger

[@pastorofmuppets8834]

@@farzana6676 they never said this was the raptor

[@farzana6676]

@@pastorofmuppets8834 They edited their comment! F150 Raptor is a real sized truck. Not this tampon sized truck for women.

[@pastorofmuppets8834]

@@farzana6676 I didn't see they edited it. On another note, you're proving my point about having an inferiority complex...

[@rozdee1780]

What a surprise. A Ford with questionable build quality

[@chuchaman4554]

You probably drive a pos Toyota which has even worse quality than a bat piss

[@Marmour71]

Hey mate, thank you so much for your amazing reviews. Just got my Wildtrack in Luxe yellow and I’m over the moon. This is my first Ute ever and honestly I’m enjoying every bit of it. Opted for 4 cylinders and honestly no issues, a decent engine and drives beautifully on highway and in town (knowing Canberra is not really ‘urban’. Had to wait 6 months for mine; would have been another 9-12 months for a V6, which is another factor behind my choice of a 4 cylinders. As you say in your review of the wildtrack, the engine is very very good. Highly recommended. Cheers, Marwan

[@spooner0007]

Fantastic News , Hope the Transmission Death Wobbles are just a Toyota Fan Boi's Dream and not true .

[@steviek8733]

The product designers, for whatever reason, have gone with what’s been dubbed as the neomorphism trend in user interface design which is very inaccessible and difficult to use for people who have even mild vision impairment. The Ranger’s UI is not glanceable and quick to use and dare I say a hazard if you want to use the controls through the screen, I would love to see them redesign it to be more smooth, accessible and easy to use.

[@mattthwaites3924]

Enjoyed the review. Would be great to see a heavy tow review (2.5t+ caravan) with the V6.

[@mso8190]

Why did they remove the chrome elements from the XLT? On the previous model the side mirrors, rear bumper, roll bar and door handles were finished in chrome which I thought looked more elegant and refined.

[@mikekrzyza1214]

Great review, thanks Paul. What are the chance that you can do a review of a XL with the 2.0 single turbo?

[@kingjackrey]

They just made the ranger even more uglier

[@lukes5533]

Awesome review Paul , thanks mate.👍

[@jessemorrison8661]

ya know, i love these but i just cant purchase one because the reliability is so bad. They are already having issues

[@ed4043]

What's perhaps even worse is the utterly disturbingly bad after sales service you will get from Ford. Most makers are bad these days. But Ford takes the shit cake. Absolutely no mention of after sales satisfaction in these reviews. It needs to be addressed.

[@tyzon00800]

@@ed4043you don’t own one so go away

[@ed4043]

@@tyzon00800 ranger danger :p

[@Mustansirtaher6]

​@@ed4043man I have a Navigator for two years and it works solid so I don't know which Ford you are talking about

[@medz3398]

Meh I’ll stick with my rok. Does the 0-100 dash in under 5.5 and has a wider cabin with an excellent on road drive. Might consider the raptor though

[@tyzon00800]

Bull💩

[@kwequay5605]

Would love if you guys could get your hands on an Audi RS5 or a Camaro ZL1 If the ranger had come out when I put my LC300 order in last October it would've been a difficult choice. Still waiting for the LC but my father in law ordered a wildtrack not too long ago, and it's looking like it'll show up first.

[@2157AF]

Moisture in the headlights is a deal breaker. I dont get that problem in Hiluxes.

[@fcwiid9037]

Typical comment from someone who doesn't know shit about cars. The previous generation ranger also don't have headlights that fog up because its been on the market for years and those type of problems have been resolved. Same goes for the hilux that can't seem to find a facelifted design with its older components. Speaking from an engineering point of view, design flaws happen all the time regardless of the badge on the vehicle. Ford will solve these nitty gritty issues with the later models

[@bobajob1601]

Wins the prize for ugly 🤣

[@bradzimmerman3171]

Bob?:have you seen 😳 a Silverado lately, now that is ugly, go clean your glasses

[@garageblitztv3215]

Had me until “engine from Land Rover Range Rover” 😉

[@badlordboris6238]

TBH had to be better than the current, my XLT runs like the engine is going to die if you don't warm it up for 10 minutes before driving in the morning. It only have 16k km's on the clock. Rubbish engines, the previous one I have lasted 2 weeks and needed engine replacement.

[@markymark5352]

I'd probably look at the way you treat and drive it 👍

[@badlordboris6238]

@@markymark5352 drive it like a granny and we’ll maintained. Just not a quality engine.

[@rodneyhogrefe6180]

They had to get better, ford don’t want another 10 million dollar fine, under the lemon laws

[@tyzon00800]

Yet here you are wishing you had one 😂😂😂

[@lesmondk3376]

@@tyzon00800I drive a tow truck they keep us in business I would never buy one but I would take one if they are free

[@thenorthwatch777]

Soooo Paul in summary: Lights are misting up Quality Control at Factory is not tops since wrong badges are installed. No cup holder teeth for a vehicle that will be in rough unstable construction sites. No dash up holder Storage spot in dash locked for no reason But, it's a V6 Ford Ranger. We shall buy them nonetheless... Lol As I watch sales sky rocket.

[@markhansford5930]

I'm still sticking to my ever trusty Hilux (it's not perfect but suits me to a tee).

[@Syndicate8511]

Cool but it’s 2022 no one keeps there car longer then a few years so if your brand can only off old tech and “last forever “ who really cares about it

[@Deatomizer]

So, let's not forget about class-action lawsuit filed against them her in Aus.

[@farzana6676]

@ChristopherH Early teething issues. Happens to Toyota as well.

[@chuchaman4554]

Wtf cares about your shìtbox hilux it's a toyota hahaha

[@chuchaman4554]

@ChristopherH it's first model boomer the Toyota has way more problems to deal with, only way a Toyota is going to travel further is on a tow truck

[@williamlambert352]

Me and my son and my mum 2005 Ba Mk11 ford falcon xr6 sedan auto/2012 Sz ford territory titanium awd auto/2015 fgx ford falcon xt sedan auto/2014 fg ford falcon xr6 sedan auto my brother 1999 Au ford falcon future sedan auto v8 how 2 car 2015 fgx ford falcon xt sedan auto and 2014 fg ford falcon xr6 sedan auto

[@ErnosMowJo]

XLT used to be a good blend of features & budget price. Now its neither

[@RocketRod63]

I ordered a white XLT originally then charged to a white Sports model. Added the touring pack. For an extra $2500 over the XLT you get leather seats, wireless charging, 5 x 18” alloy wheels & in my view a better looking vehicle (black accents including grill, rear bumpers, mirrors & door handles). Due out in October 2022. If you are able to get the vehicle’s VIN, you can track via Ford the manufacture’s progress & delivery. Not interested in racing the vehicle only interested in using it for towing my 2.5T Millard caravan.

[@cookie2837]

curious to know how much you paid because I think I'm getting ripped off

[@Klistern2]

Sweet! congrats. I went the XLT, with the v6 and touring pack. Workhorse for me. Friend of mine has a Navara and kids buy them and take the mags off and replace with some Micky's so second hand mags are everywhere. 3 grand from Nissan, got them for 400$ for a full set of wheels + mags + the air pressure sensors on market place haha. Put them on his trailer to match the car. Hopefully the same happens with rangers, they sell about 20x more than Navara.

[@RocketRod63]

@@cookie2837 I’m in Sydney. The white Sports V6 with the touring pack is around $74K. I have an ABN so I qualify for a fleet discount of $2.6K. So all up I’m in for $71.5K with business registration. All Ford dealers are different. My local one is absolutely hopeless 👎

[@RocketRod63]

@@Klistern2 good on you buddy 👍👍

[@cookie2837]

@@RocketRod63 yeah most places have quoted me with the $2600 discount but for some reason the place I ordered through only do $1000 discount so I’m paying $73600. Last time I’m going there!!!!

[@Bobtubeau]

Nice drivetrain, but $65k is stretching it for a mid-ish spec ute.

[@espkh1549]

It’s made in Thailand… the 2022 F raptor fully loaded is selling 100K aud in china…

[@iainhetherington4608]

We found the previous model lacked strength in the rear suspension,quite often causing the Ute to jump across the road in spots of serious potholes , the quick and easy fix was a suspension upgrade but really , build it to handle off road to start with. Fuel tank size is another issue , I want more than a 1000 kms out of a tank and more than 600 when towing . All these things add cost to the vehicle and it’s the same thing on every model So I’m leaning towards the XLT for my next one otherwise it’ll cost 100 k Thanks Paul

[@peterskeates509]

So this well tested new model has a stop delivery on it already due to a bad driveline vibration. Must be a top quality vehicle.

[@DM-xe7pk]

I'm guessing your a toyota owner,they nether have problem right. That's why there are so many recalls on Hilux and 300 series! Everything gets swept under the carpet.

[@peterskeates509]

@@DM-xe7pk No don't own a Toyota. Just stating a fact.

[@tyzon00800]

Dribbler ,get a triton the only driveline vibration is your hand in your pocket

[@peterskeates509]

Glad that they are consistent with driveline vibrations. MQ model had it, and it was never fixed.

[@Kaho_Tokyoo]

Paul, something is interesting about those headlights. Maybe testing the headlights during the night and comparing the two would be interesting.

[@haile308]

Yes please review the next Ranger at night :-) Im still waiting for my wildtrak. Was told its getting delayed due to shortages with my premium pack parts. Waited a year, whats an extra few months right ¿?

[@james6969]

Excellent review Paul as always

[@Gaggsy-26]

I bought one today Paul. 3litre V6!

[@variniataylor1494]

A 995kg payload? Does it not need to be 1000kg to make it eligible for the instant asset write off?

[@noelcahill6707]

My problem is both the 2ltr diesel and the 3ltr have there problems is this 3ltr engine the same as what landrover has been using the words crock of sht comes to mind and i know some who has a new ranger the engine blew up with 34k on the clock

[@scottburbridge1451]

Hey Paul - love your work. Regarding the empty space near the headlights, I've always thought that looked like Ford perhaps intends to put an amber marker light in there for the US market, similar to how the Maverick looks. Thoughts?

[@fhclappen8595]

The marker lights are on the sides indicating the length of the vehicle

[@michaelbelonio3342]

Other nations, same variant: lower variant Ranger has V6, better engines, mostly 4X4 PH: 2.0L single turbo, 4X2, less tech. Me: I don't care, socially higher people here with cash to burn will just bully me for not having any cash for buying such vehicle anyway, so just kill me with your cyber bullying.

[@johnfickert8846]

My 2018 was getting serviced and I got one as a loaner, a lot of improvements but the instrument cluster/screen is definitely not one of them, frankly it's shite. The issue I had with the 10" screen was it wasn't as sensitive as my PXIII, found I had to touch a tad harder. But as I said I really missed the analogue layout in the cluster.

[@jcitizen]

I think the new Ranger is ugly and will date badly. The interior is bland and the dash is just a massive rectangular slab of plastic lacking any sort of style. The previous model was much better looking both inside and out. Anyhow, wouldn't be touching one of these with a barge pole knowing Ford's appalling track record for quality and reliability.

[@petershoobridge6476]

I use can coolers on my drink bottles and they fit just right, no movement, easy in and out.

[@dolguldur4706]

Suggestions..can you please do exhaust note segment before you drive it in the on the road segment?just my 2 cents..thank you

[@blah979]

The things they do to differentiate the range is so dumb. It's obvious it doesn't cost much more like the cup holders, the glove box and some other plastic things. I mean how much extra do all those things cost like 20 bucks. Really dumb to take them away.

[@grantgray8688]

Hey Paul whats your view of the Amarok vs Rangie for ride over the signwaves i thought the VW seemed flatter even though its generations older. Surprised on 8sec to 100 with all the beat up by Ford might have been 7s

[@67kikki]

Already has tailshaft issues with vibrations.

[@aussiefarmer6012]

Just like the last one.

[@hang4963]

Looks cheap boring outdated interior overpriced overrated a bit small too👎🤣

[@THEGEOJAMES]

Never used a Ford before. How is the reliability compared to Toyota or Mazda?

[@pantloaded]

Everything becoming way too expensive. This little shit stain costs what beautiful full sized trucks cost just a few years ago

[@OlyMar83]

RAPTOR >

[@douglasyong6939]

Hanging on to my Ford engined Bt50 3.2..old school with glitchy electronics, laughter & tears aplenty

[@UniGuyOfficial]

Paul, excellent review as always. However, I'd like to draw your attention to the recent tailshaft vibration issues. I think these reviews ought to take into account any known issues, including reliability.

[@tomschannel5380]

he actually talked about that in the video...

[@shanea9613]

I think a decent review needs to include having the vehicle for a month or so. Just like a new Mrs, looks awesome and great fun to play with initially, but give it a month or so of living with them and things change and the quirks start to appear.

[@CarExpertAus]

It’s mentioned in a video with a link to the story. We couldn’t replicate the problem. Link here if you missed it: www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/2023-ford-ranger-some-new-utes-grounded-for-vibration-issue

[@Deatomizer]

This guys is trolling... ignore

[@pastorofmuppets8834]

@@shanea9613 is that why she left you?

[@indikaabeyratne3542]

Sad to say I ordered a Sport. Looked at it, touched it and said I can’t have it due to change of circumstances specially what’s happening in the world economy. Like to hold on to the cash for a bit longer. But very gutted :(

[@cookie2837]

so you did order a sport or not

[@wardes7585]

1:40 typical Ford quality right there!

[@MitchZero9]

Once again we have another new vehicle with fussy front grill details that are absolutely garbage to clean and maintain. Its a trend that needs to stop.

[@boss290gt4]

Jesus the panel gap on steering column at 6:30. 😳

[@matthewwaller3188]

Haha I just looked…. Always find shonky flimsy plastic in the fords. I have a Great Wall cannon and it’s interior build quality is sooooo impressive

[@peterwest5661]

Looks like it is about to fall apart

[@boss290gt4]

Yeah. Then tod carsales has story about ford needing to improve quality. Don’t get me wrong I like the looks of it but after 1000s of km towing and travelling in brothers v6 amarok I’d go vw. Or at least I would have, not impressed with vw using ford engines in ew model. Me personally I think it’s a mistake

[@Gamgam4843n]

where are more affordable g wagon competitors. These utes are rubbish work boats on wheels, worst things to drive on the road!

[@vburau7]

There is NEEDS and there is WANTS... and there is FORD RANGER!! 😍😍😍

[@karthikmuthuvel6303]

Lol whacky caption for the review 😉, Toyota isn't gonna take it lightly, hoping they bring their new v6 to the hilux

[@SkiRacingOz]

F-150 will beat that too

[@SkiRacingOz]

@ChristopherH fair enough, but if you have the dough it’s certainly enticing with the a petrol engine making diesel like torque considering the rising prices of diesel

[@chuchaman4554]

Its a Toyota The present gen can't even beat old ranger wtf new one can do

[@somesh7784]

65grsnd and no leather. Fords are shitty vehicle. Isuzus are best and reliable

[@chuchaman4554]

Calls Ford shìtty and then buys a Flushed Tùrd Isuzu which has engine and body cracks , blown differentials and also worst interior alongside the Toyota lol jokers

[@somesh7784]

@@chuchaman4554 i had an 2018everest and it cane with a 10 speed auto transmission and approximately all the rangers abd everest were recalled because of the faulty transmission. Imagine that happening to your new vehicle Don’t teach yo dad bitch

[@mikekeen1679]

Ah the Ford Ranger, sometimes has tools in the back. ALWAYS has a complete tool driving.

[@paulh71]

How do you like yours?