New Ranger Raptor vs Wildtrak V6 - Which one should you buy?

[@mrhowmuch]

The Ranger Raptor is simply in a league of its own , given a million plus rand I’d buy it without hesitation.

[@maxlodewyk_na]

Spot on.

[@RRSmurf]

Give me the million for the bakkie - nice! Now who's helping me pay for the fuel! 😂 Love this thing!

[@keloduma]

Same

[@pauljansen6650]

Make sure your replacement car on your insurance is nice, you going to need it in the 1st 100k kms I guarantee it

[@juniornkatlholang9379]

Is it reliable thou

[@karabomotsomi84]

Big, loud and fast. That's American for you! The blue oval brand didn't hold back on this 2nd gen of the Raptor. WOW. WHAT A CAR!!!

[@AdrianPhilipMiciano]

I've been watching so many Ford Ranger Reviews. Maybe for almost 6 or 8 months now. This is one of the best, if not THE BEST review I've watched. Maybe tied or even surpassing, an owner review from a car review host from Oz. Thanks for this. God bless you.

[@ericvermeulen9853]

Being a Toyota guy in general, this new Ford Raptor is something special 👌🏻👌🏻well done Ford

[@tacuazinful]

Toyota engineering and reliability (japanese in general) is way ahead of Ford

[@salamhayat9671]

Totally agreed, even im

[@don_ald3245]

Good God! The cinematography is impeccable 🔥🔥🔥

[@motheolebelo]

What a detailed review Ciro 👌 Love the V6 petrol engine and I would buy it without hesitation.

[@maxlodewyk_na]

Haven’t even watched the video yet but I know my million bucks would be spent on the Raptor. Nothing wrong with the Wildtrak, Raptor is just a beast on its own.

[@vaneshreenaicker7692]

The editing and the production of this video was insane 🤯. This is why I only watch car reviews from you guys and not any other motoring channel! Please do a video review of the new Toyota Vitz when it comes for test... I think us as South Africans are really squeezed financially and budget cars aren't reviewed enough and I prefer watching you guys review because yourll give the best advice. Thanks ❤

[@khosi4life922]

This guy is amazing ...he's reviews are world class!

[@DiveshRSA]

Brilliant video. Super entertaining. U guys are approaching TV quality with your videos now. Top stuff

[@dumisanimasilela2673]

Nahh bafethu give whatever amount Ford ask for the raptor. This bakkie is just sick.

[@carlosmakgato8404]

I actually ignored all reviews of the new raptor and waited for Ciro’s. Well worth it.

[@Ethan_pov]

killer production on this one!

[@ebrahimebs]

I got a raptor, a rs3 a tig R and a type r, ive put 7k on the raptors clock since getting it in feb. My rs3 only has 19k since 2018. Its a legendary vehicle! Its kak heavy on fuel lol, but amazing. I keep wanting to use it

[@ll2756]

How is this info relevant to the video we are watching

[@ebrahimebs]

@@ll2756 to show u tht u broke.

[@karabontseki617]

​@@ebrahimebsBeautiful Reply LOL

[@henrysithole3623]

That jump made Ciro reevaluate his decision to make it lol😂😂😂

[@theunfamoustruth]

This Ford Ranger Raptor sounds like its gonna be very reliable 🙃

[@molatedichiloane3720]

😂😂😂😂

[@pauljansen6650]

So true! In typical American fashion only power matters,nothing else lol 1st issues already showing is the bin liner coming off quite a few bakkies.

[@juniornkatlholang9379]

​@Paul Jansen I highly doubt

[@hipetwa]

​@@pauljansen6650 the ford bronco has issue with their ecoboost V6 petrol same engine as the raptor ranger let's prayer we fit have issues

[@pauljansen6650]

@juniornkatlholang9379 yes because Ford has a long history of good reliability and no turbo/engine issues lol

[@vladimirmuianga]

Last time I came this quick, my ex left me

[@ashlengovender]

Classic!!!🤣🤣🤣

[@kakabengala7525]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@sizweshongwe331]

😂😂😂😂

[@PetersAdventures212]

😂😂😂

[@averageslinger]

😂😂😂😂

[@laurencemunro]

ZA Law pertaining to trailers/towing: you cannot tow more than 750kg unbraked, or when using with run-in brakes, exceed the TARRA of the vehicle. Electrically assisted trailers may not exceed the GVM of the tow vehicle. Thus these manufacture tow ratings means very little in ZA - please provide more accurate information to the buying public when mentioning these figures. Awesome review, I always enjoy the presentation with some good humor!

[@bonganinhlapo5245]

With regards to the centre armrest, you have to lift it up first to unclip it.

[@carguy2717]

My dream bakkie is the Raptor. But damn these things are getting seriously expensive.

[@wmtarr886]

I dunno, the raptor isn't any good on a farm, maybe the market has changed so much bakkies and farmers aren't joined up any more ?

[@bravohotel]

​@@wmtarr886they're largely a status symbol now. The only "farm ready" utes that exist are the 76 series LandCruiser and the Mahindra Pikup, in my opinion. And, the LandCruiser is the ultimate status symbol for the "manly man", at least here in Australia.

[@wesleymasha9456]

As Ford fans we lost the ST and RS, now we'd like to see the wildtrack and Raptor take on the gti and R

[@roywilson6792]

Fantastic review Ciro. I also love my Ford Ranger, and would certainly be interested in either the Raptor or Wildtrack. My only hestitation is the appalling service we get from the Ford agents here in Toti, KZN. Unfortunately they are the worst. That almost drives me to another brand. But I won't move, because the Rangers are so fantastic.

[@wmtarr886]

i'm not selling anything but if you are prepared to pay for Ford then that is your choice. My understanding is Toyota is sub-saharan international if you want to play outside your tiny playground of KZN

[@yissibiiyte]

​@@wmtarr886Toyotas are also tin cans in comparison to a new Ford. Once going back to a Hilux after a Ranger you feel like you've gone 40 years back in time

[@roywilson6792]

@@wmtarr886 Haha, yea. But I love the drive of my Ford.

[@izakeloff]

Awesome Review Ciro and team. I daily a X3 M40i and for some reason on weekends I always grab the keys of the Raptor. It's really a special vehicle and then you look past the R4/km petrol costs 😅

[@andrewfehrsen]

Owning both those vehicles… price of petrol isn’t a concern 😅 I have the new raptor too

[@izakeloff]

@@andrewfehrsenIt will always be 😅 On the X3 I Avg 10.6l/100km and the Raptor 17.6l/100km. Same power more or less. Weight plays a massive role.

[@wmtarr886]

what you have both of them ? yikes

[@wmtarr886]

@@andrewfehrsen scares me how much money some people have

[@FarhanRafik]

That Ranger Raptor suspension is a instant buy for me.👌🏼

[@pokalehapa1754]

For Wildtrak buyers a better comparison would be the 2.0bi turbo diesel vs the v6 diesel. For Xlt buyer would be the 2.0 single turbo diesel vs 20bi turbo diesel. The Raptor is in a league of it own.

[@jdmderick]

The middle armrest in the back - Pull the lever up and out

[@keithduffield5239]

I expect to get my Raptor this week. First thing I am doing it getting decent road tires, the AT's will go in my garage and stored until I really need them.

[@jarrydganaspersad6154]

That Raptor is wild, the new door handles on Ford is awesome, elbows will be pleased😂

[@wmtarr886]

ummm, door handles on a utility vehicle? what is going on ?

[@manyuhahulisani2091]

The day i have big money, i might get me one of these 2 beasts💯🔥.... I'm a huge fan of the Blue oval

[@NQR4real]

Loved your review, excellent video and well spoken reviewer and fantastic location

[@Carscoza]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching

[@Iam2Legit2Quit]

This is mostly driven by those who used to drive C Class and Bmw 3 series, that sound is top notch

[@ToxxicMafia]

Yep, same way those who used to drive Golfs and Focuses are now driving Tiguans. Those who used to drive Polos and Fiestas are now driving Havals and Cherrys

[@Greg65]

No bakkie is worth more than R600 000 IMO!

[@Malisti04]

Anything above is wasteful expenditure.

[@juniornkatlholang9379]

Bakkies generally last longer than sedans or SUVs I disagree

[@siphoalfredngwenya4629]

I guess it all comes down to what you're purchasing the bakkie for. Is it for the experience of having one, its functionality or its sheer beauty that will guide whether a 600K is a justifiable figure or not. On another, constantly ignored view, it's people's choices ladies and gentlemen, let anyone do what they want with their life, as long as it ain't hurting you or the environment (sigh) in the process.

[@WhatIfWeAreCharacters]

GWM Steed is your kind of bakkie then.

[@Greg65]

@@WhatIfWeAreCharacters Actually, i have 21 of them currently, bit heavy on fuel but they bring the money in!

[@brandonbaney5734]

American here I just wanted we say we dont get fry holders in out rigs. You have something special. If we want fries we are forced to dump them onto the center console and then eat them like a piggy. Id also add it would be a hard sell to get your average murcan out of their full size, but this review makes me really want a Ranger.

[@howardludick3885]

Best review on this Bakkies,topnots

[@LoboR5000]

Those sun glasses make you look like a Krugersdorp speed cop , NICE!

[@robbymofokeng5838]

I like v6 wildtrack, as for Raptor nice fast bakkie but i don't see point of being that fast.

[@Sumie78]

My dear it’s a weekend, a friend is getting married back home in Lesotho 🇱🇸 & we need to get back to Cape on time to meet some deadlines… Let’s game my raptor, I’m driving… you knows the roads ke that side😂…Oh I forgot I don’t know u, “Hi” 👋🏾

[@PhilaniMpisane]

I will go for Raptor any day, this is a Beautiful car to enjoy with Family

[@robertcarr4172]

Wildtrak is just class. Love that colour. Raptor is for the Yobs

[@jpmegane]

Really enjoyed watching this. Ciro, you are an amazing presenter. As for the bakkie, Raptor for me if I am willing to pay a Million Rand for one.

[@wmtarr886]

P.S. I'm OK with the shades

[@Darkie015]

I honestly do not like the sound of the raptor, sounds offish for me. Like a fake sound of the F150 raptor. The Wildtrack seems like a solid overall unit. Great video as always. I like before I watch and I'm never disappointed😁.

[@olwethubavuma9125]

This is a kind of review we signed up for the other guy in Namibia dunes didn't do justice to the Raptor not hating well done once again Ciro and team 💯💯

[@ToxxicMafia]

You are literally hating on the Namibia guy. Why even compare two different colleagues?😊

[@mbusonzimande7717]

Hopefully Ford bothered to make the 10-speed transmission reliable coz as we speak in the US they have a class action law suit against them because of this gearbox in this model vehicle.

[@juniornkatlholang9379]

So we will see after 2 years how the new Ranger does

[@australianmade2659]

No. That box will grenade itself for sure. It’s no ZF

[@jukaki9141]

What no one tells you about the Raptor is that those shocks and suspension ( as brilliant as they are) will not last much past 50k km’s and then they have to be replaced at a price that will make you wish you never bought it. Also not so good at towing heavy loads due to suspension sag. Other than that a brilliant vehicle

[@izakeloff]

Where do you get this info? I've never heard of anyone that had to replace the suspension on the previous Gen Raptor? And there's plenty over 50k km.

[@nkgudih]

Never seen a brilliant Ford, especially as they age. They can’t learn lessons from the Ecoboost failures but suspect they are in denial. When last did u see the Focus ST, gone, & we must believe in overstressed turbo engines. Turbo is lousy engineering no innovative engineer will obsess with

[@grantgillespie6878]

Put 87,000km on my previous generation Ranger Raptor. The suspension was as compliant and good after 4 years and 87,000km as the day I bought it.

[@fakejake8965]

BS Toyota lemming. Bs

[@xavierwaterboer-lv2xe]

Ciro you just fit perfectly in the ranger wildtrak

[@sazi7294]

So wish the matrix led was available as an option on the wildtrak

[@keloduma]

Same here. IDK why don't they give us the Premium Pack Option like other countries do

[@sazi7294]

@Sisekelo Duma To make it worst is the raptor has it, proving that the product is available in South africa. A million with no matrix led is just sad

[@keloduma]

@@sazi7294 Truly is ngl

[@ebrahimebs]

​@@sazi7294 raptor isn't built locally,

[@chriscross2209]

Life is too short for regrets. I'd say go for it guys. Dealerships mark-ups are crazy though. R 1.4 million 🤦🤦‍♂️

[@hipetwa]

In Namibia it cost 1.27 million

[@chriscross2209]

@@hipetwa 🤔🤔do you guys have stock over there, dealerships in 🇿🇦have a waiting period of 8 months on the Raptor. It will be cheaper to buy in Namibia.

[@hipetwa]

@@chriscross2209 2 in stock many people want the wildtrak V6 diesel and 2.0 👀

[@leratomotsumi7090]

About time Ciro 😪

[@duffydon1741]

I wouldn’t care how beautiful and or whatever it is, I’m not paying no million for a bakkie, let alone a FORD!

[@mwbrada]

Don't worry, I'm already in line waiting for the U.S. order banks to open on May 26th. 👍

[@Snigzel801]

I have one on order, the wait time in aus (at the time i ordered) is 13 months, give or take. Thats a long time to wait for a car, but im still as excited as i was the day i ordered it, 6 months ago *edit* aus gets a soft tailgate open

[@mwbrada]

The info Stateside is pretty sketchy, the best estimate I've seen is 11 months. I'm okay with that lol. Can't wait for the U.S. order banks to open on the 26th this month.

[@mrp3930]

Raptors lower load capacity classifies it as not a commercial vehicle, bonus if there are restrictions for you entering places like the local waste disposal site.

[@SuperOle2011]

Great step up from Ford. As awesome as that V6 petrol sounds (memories of Cortina V6 Kent) I would still opt for the V6 Diesel. Reason being, where in SA do we have dedicated offroad race tracks for the public to use? And also, because of the sport suspension (not tough leaf springs), I've seen a new Raptor who's payload area was nearly dropped onto the rear wheels, because it can't carry much weight or tow heavy loads.

[@alagappasgostan9982]

No doubt ford ranger at top position in this segment.2024 will bring more offer from other competitors.cant wait to see this race.can they still hold their position as a benchmark😊

[@jameschen7357]

I don't know why Ford has made the changes to the front of the cars to make them look quite similar. I have a wildtrak - just because I was not allowed to order a raptor (Ford was releasing a new generation and the dealers in Australia didn't have any stock of raptor). But anyone was able to tell which one was a raptor, a wildtrak or a normal XLT just by the looks.....Now the the new models looks pretty much the same - or no obvious differences by a first glance. Hope they can get it back.

[@henrymtonga6512]

Well done, Ciro ✔️

[@pjb9010]

I was curious about the difference between the two

[@travelmates1]

You didn't mention that the Raptor have a front diff-lock also, which can be very important during rock climbing.

[@Dwightymanat86]

Much much better review. Gold standard review

[@maxi5784]

Beautiful driving scene

[@troothhertz6297]

We in South Africa need Ford's phev bakkie. With our bleedy loadshedding we need to be able to turn our phevs into generators to run our homes or shops .

[@brianmoses2775]

Will look very good in the repair shop.

[@musamathevula9139]

I'm okay with my GWM P- series It's times less the price but I can guarantee you I did anybody in terms of tech and safety however less power but I'm ok you can buy two buc-ee's

[@jldp24]

That's not the point now is it. The Gwm is only 120kw. In terms of status..you not getting it driving a Gwm.

[@MbuyisaMcusi]

The Best Auto Review, I've been waiting for it for a while

[@antonmussane2868]

Clears throat in Toyota Land Cruiser's V6 & V8

[@semicolon101]

LoL, do they even make over 180kw?

[@derickellisster]

Not the same beige application as a Cruiser. Different tools for different areas.

[@pauljansen6650]

​@@semicolon101They last longer than 50k kms before issues start. Guaranteed there will be problems with gearbox or turbo or drive train or something! It's a Ford

[@antonmussane2868]

@@derickellisster I understand they're different tools but that's not what he said. He specifically said, there isn't another bakkie in the market with a V6 other than the Amarok. Land Cruiser is still a bakkie regardless, the same way someone buys a Wildtrak and cages it in a city car life as a lifestyle accessory. The only difference is preference. It may be more function over form but is one nonetheless.

[@tshepobaardman993]

Love the raptor, but that TRX Bru. Sorry, I'm Ram all the way.

[@saudabrahams]

TRX is the F150 rival, and the F150 Raptor R eats it

[@CobusDerrenberg]

EXTREMELY COOL CARS 😄👍👌💥✨!!! BUT HOLY MOLY 🤨...🤔... HOW CAN YOU PAY a Mill PLUS for a "sheep carrier"??!! 😱😳😱😳 GREAT WORK !!! 😉🤣👌

[@jpmegane]

Not quite a sheep carrier. LOL. Get a Hilux for that.

[@CorkRebel78]

Had to double check the price in SA. In Ireland the raptor is approx. €76,000 (1.57 million rand) we are being ripped off here 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@joeforza]

96k AUD here in Australia

[@CorkRebel78]

@@joeforza about €60k

[@joeforza]

@@CorkRebel78 yeah 60k euro. i got the wildtrak v6 diesel 184kw version the other day and it was 80k aud so 50k euro. I believe it’s expensive for you because of the export from Thailand that way while we’re closer to Thailand so shipping is cheaper

[@Rokspaaider]

why does our top spec Wildtrak and Everest (Platinum) not have the same Matrix LED lights as the Raptor like the aus spec ??

[@sonic4urmind722]

20:02 you need to pull that loop in an upward direction, i.e. towards the roof in order to lift it down.

[@ClaytonTheGeneral2.0]

There is one bakkie "better" than the Raptor but we just don't get it in South Africa and it's the RAM TRX (something like that). Otherwise this would be my go-to bakkie too if I had a mil.

[@ToxxicMafia]

We do get the Ram TRX, those of us who can afford to buy it.

[@ClaytonTheGeneral2.0]

@@ToxxicMafia Good for you!

[@petrusnghidengwa5928]

Ford cars have the look but when it comes to things like toughness, reliability and longevity, they don’t do well. That’s why Toyota will remain king

[@parisioannou675]

There is in no way toyota is superior to the current ranger ..... in any measure... Power, Toyota looses Looks, Toyota looses Quality, Toyota looses Price, Toyota looses Warranty, Toyota looses.. Toyota is good and has always been great, but every kings day comes to an end and Toyotas days are done...

[@craigdarocha7619]

Compare this range, Toyota is definitely not anywhere close

[@christophereibl4655]

Now welded with the world’s best welding wire: ESAB OK ARISTOROD 12.50. Now truly built Ford Tough.

[@ruthun]

Land Cruiser driver in Boerboel shorts pulls in: But can it tow?

[@RRSmurf]

Land cruiser driver: talk to me in another 200 000km.

[@ruthun]

@@RRSmurf

[@carloskissoondhan9641]

Very nice raptor. I honestly doubt it but some weirdos are saying new hilux is coming 3.5 turbocharged so ill probably wait in vain and see. Presently i got a T7 with a V8 in it.

[@mlungisimabuza595]

i'll buy both bakkies, thanks for the info.

[@MbuyisaMcusi]

That's actually the point. The Diesel V6 engine is tempting especially for going to Zimbabwe etc.

[@labinleo8964]

Hear hear, nice cinematograhpy

[@WFO.]

Hello for the USA. How’s the interior room of the Raptor? I’m 6’2” and 195 lbs. Thank you. Excellent review.

[@user-wh2eu7ep2k]

Im 6’3 and it’s really good , i can honestly say from owning a hilux rocco this is definitely an upgrade in terms of comfortability

[@WFO.]

@@user-wh2eu7ep2k That's great to know. Thank you very much for replying. We might drive on the other side, but we all are fans of trucks "buggies" and cars. I'll be following your channel.

[@kadimsilahtar]

The Gen1 Raptor has active noise cancellation and isolated windshield and windows as well as heated windshield, some ppl said thatbthe Gen2 doesn't have either of these. Can anyone confirm those? Thnx for amazing footage and detailed review.

[@Mark-eh1gt]

It doesn't afaik

[@Stranger2Sum]

12:41 I felt like I was in the car 😅

[@TK_KINGK]

Heated and Ventilated seats would've been 👌

[@lifeonsafari5989]

Great review! Any upcoming review of the new urban cruiser?

[@aliflettmakhutle5184]

So the cheaper Wildtrack is a better workhorse...?

[@AdamReidBSc]

Ordered mine.... but de-tuned for the UK market 😕 Chances they forget to de-tune in the factory!? Or maybe it's detuned at the dealership? Love the jump scene!

[@Carscoza]

Maybe call Ford South Africa for the map...

[@AdamReidBSc]

Oh man! Now that would have been quite the road-trip! SA to UK in the Raptor! ...wonder if they do a factory collection 😀 @@Carscoza

[@abelduran8146]

Good video, just wish he also used some US terms would be 10/10 video

[@sabastiantsekiso1667]

Please come to Lesotho for amazing off road drives❤❤

[@tebogobenedictmoerane5207]

never been a bakkie guy but if i was a millionaire, i would but this in a flash

[@SOMANDLAZELEMBUDUBE]

Is there a manual on both this generation ?

[@DTRT804]

The Raptor and Wildtrack both look amazing. The tech also looks very impressive but the problem is, it's still a Ford and once you get past 150k on the clock you will know it. I owed the previous generation Ranger and that was my experience. I now own a Hilux (bullet proof reliability) and that what's worth spending the money on.

[@fakejake8965]

Yes. Toyota is bulletproof...... apart from the endless DPF issues, engine dusting etc

[@mwbrada]

Telling anyone else what spending their own money on pretty much eliminates trying to sound credible before saying that.

[@nickcoetzee3925]

Is a Raptor Everest on the cards???? Now that would be something special!!!!

[@GregDennisReviews]

Any update on how to open up the armrest in the rear??😂

[@qhawemakhaye4098]

I think the new VW Amarok would rival the Ranger in the “Bakkie feeling like SUV” space, otherwise Ford has shaken the Hilux as a leader in this segment..

[@lfk53]

The new Amarok is a Ford. Only the badge is VW. VW is done in the bakkie segment.

[@qhawemakhaye4098]

@@lfk53 that’s true but from the multiple reviews I’ve seen and the test drives I’ve done the VW feels slightly more SUV like than the Ranger, even though Ford has made changes from previous Ranger the interior in the Amarok feels more like a VW than a Ford.

[@kabelo1986]

The raptor sounds just like the old hardbody 3.3 V6

[@johninnz]

Wildtrack every time....Raptor just doesn't have the towing capacity for NZ where lots of us have big boats to drag over big mountains

[@azaneapril125]

You guys do a drag race vid between this wild track and the new v6 amarok

[@lfk53]

It's the same bakkie. The new Amarok is a Ford.

[@kaidenchetty4572]

These things already got major issues. cool car shit reliability as always, Ford.

[@derickbrits3875]

Ranger Raptor is the ultimate SA bakkie beast!

[@Becausefamilycar]

Wish it was a full raptor though.

[@matthewblack986]

Hoping we get the Wildtrack X in SA. Please Ford!!!

[@pedrolahoz]

Fun it is, but ford should make it more “practical” and it may sell even better. Eventually this truck will have to Carry its weight, earn its existence. Should be more economical for daily regular use, and ready to be loaded for work duties.

[@rooman7160]

You need a Bukky aka Bakkie, counter in the top left corner. Had to google what the slang term meaning was.

[@julesmarwell8023]

raptor is starting to have diff problems here in OZ

[@ericmokgotho6456]

Great show Will Raptor R be available in SA?