The 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor Is the Ultimate Midsize Pickup Truck

[@jaidenmitchell7540]

I work for Ford motor company on the service side as a field service engineer and I just had to mention about 4A. 4A is essentially all wheel drive. It allows you to drive on the road with all 4 wheel driving the drivetrain. It does not switch between 4 high or low, or switch between 2 high and 4 high. It is basically all wheel drive. All 4 wheels all the time. It has a clutch in the transfer case that allows for slip so that you can go around turns unlike when you put a vehicle in 4H and get driveline bind. But I’m sure most people don’t care how it works lol.

[@cs1992]

If you work for Ford, tell your bosses to start producing some vehicles that are actually affordable. Most folks need a bigger truck than the Maverick.

[@javierpalomares2892]

@@cs1992 no they dont. most folks don't need anything bigger than a Maverick. maybe they WANT something bigger. The maverick is enough for most.

[@atnit86]

4A is as old mate describes above. Pretty simple. Not sure why Doug messed that up.

[@aac2500]

I have an F-150 with that feature and I was wondering about it. I care. Thank you

[@cs1992]

@@javierpalomares2892 and you speak for most?

[@jd-wy4sr]

Doug is incorrect about the pricing of the vehicle. The MSRP of the new TRD pro is $65,000 and the trail hunter is $64,000. For $57,000 it doesn’t seem like a bad deal. It’s also important to note that there are pretty much no options for the ranger raptor, it comes fully equipped and the only thing you can get are the bead lock wheels.

[@chipskylark8869]

Fully equipped with no options sounds funny

[@JCintheBCC]

It’s almost like the price for the new TRD Pro has even broken Doug’s brain. $64k for a Tacoma just doesn’t seem real. Our minds reject it.

[@mattmedina35]

You can also get the spray-in bed liner

[@ozarkliving7263]

Doug “I’m not smart enough to know all the details” Demuro

[@ozarkliving7263]

Doug Dimwit Demuro

[@adriaanserrao2016]

We have had these for about a year here in south Africa. This is by far the best truck on sale here. Nothing is as fast or as good offroad. Huge upgrade compared to the old one

[@AllahDoesNotExist]

Very important for when you drive from white gated community to another white gated community.

[@Marc_prime]

Agreed, even the normal Rangers are great. My friend has a Wildtrak and offroading is on easy mode.

[@AP-wd6dv]

The crazy thing to me is that this is considered midsized in the US

[@chipskylark8869]

South Africa has huge market for these?

[@Heysaveva]

​@@AP-wd6dv 👌🏻

[@AutoEnthusiastJC]

3:58 uh, $57K is cheaper than the Tacoma trail hunter at $65K, so not sure your math is correct saying this costs more.

[@maximilianomarin8521]

57 for the 4cyl

[@mrrogers07]

@@maximilianomarin8521 Nope $57K for the Raptor V-6. Only comes in V-6.

[@Hefe179]

@@maximilianomarin8521 what

[@mini2nut67]

You’re paying a premium for the TRD Pro because of the hybrid drivetrain and Tacoma name.

[@NicFlicksRL]

@@maximilianomarin8521 twin turbo 3L V6

[@somebody9785]

Doug is the kind of guy who'd wear a CARS AND BIDS t-shirt to a funeral. 😮

[@drift3rkid66]

😆

[@JosephThomas-t3n]

He would for sure plug a car for sale on there at a funeral

[@thanosianthemadtitanic]

​@@JosephThomas-t3n the hearse!?!?

[@pooolish334]

kind*

[@Constabruity]

This!!! Is a casket.

[@Dwealdric]

Uh, what are you smoking, Doug? The Ranger Raptor is like $6k-$7k cheaper than both the TRD Pro and the Trailhunter.

[@ihatemytown]

Even more! The raptor starts @ $55k. TRD Pro starts $65k Don’t know where Doug got his price info from lol

[@truthserum5310]

I came here looking for this comment. I bet he filmed this months ago before Toyota had released their mafia prices on the 24 TRD Pro/Trail Hunter. My bet is Doug based it off the 23 TRD Pro prices.

[@minch5537]

The level of due diligence on these videos has clearly fallen

[@docwyte]

Yep, Trailhunter Tacoma starts at ~$63k. Not looking forward to seeing how much Toyota wants for a 4Runner Trailhunter....

[@95mushroom]

Its a doug video. Can't slander Toyota in anyway.

[@SkeetMcRibb]

Odd miss for Doug, 4A doesn't switch between low range and high range. Still a fan Dougie

[@SharpieEasternn]

Doug's the type of guy to trade in his Lexus cause the battery died. Can't expect him to know much about how 4WD systems work 😕

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@SharpieEasternnJeep Gladiator 2020 and Tacoma Trailhunter reminded me a bit to 2022 Dakar Rally Cars.

[@aaron-fauth]

Of course you'll still be a fan. He's gotten you hooked.

[@16BitOG]

He's been checked out years ago. Dudes just cashing a check and shilling his website at this point

[@bradyj0e]

@@16BitOG are u trolling or fr?

[@hanstubben]

I got my Ranger, not the Raptor, here in Brazil with the 3.0 V6 Powerstroke Diesel engine. It has more torque, 620 Nm (448 lbs.ft), than the Raptor, but less horsepower, 250 hp. As the Limited with option package, it has the same goodies for transmission, dash and infotainment screen. It did not came with the big off road tires, but with 20" wheels and dual purpose AT tires. This makes it handle very well and gives a comfortable drive. Also the 4A is like an all wheel drive that you can use on paved roads without taring up the differential.

[@brianjensen5200]

Don't be confused. 4A is 2H 99% of the time and will engage front only when required. It is not permanent all wheel drive as such.

[@hanstubben]

@@brianjensen5200 I'm not confused! Actually I do have a automotive engineering degree. Thanks anyway to be worried about the state of mind of fellow commentators.

[@theborneondream]

I've own and driven this raptor for over a year and I can tell you those side steps are just side steps they aren't rock slides at all. (Malaysia, Farmer)

[@silverspec]

If the 4A function is anything like the one thats available in the Bronco it will not switch the truck between High and Low. Its kind of like a full time 4 wheel drive system when you select 4A. You can drive around in 4A and not worry about driveline damage or handling problems.

[@gregferris9378]

One huge to me anyhow thing you didn't point out is that you can lay a 4 ft wide piece of anything whether it's drywall or plywood between the wheel wells. They only truck in its class that can do that.

[@billeves4627]

I have a 1994 Mistubishi Magna Station wagon thats 4ft between the arches.

[@rjbiker66]

The space between the wheel arches in the bed was a requirement of VW. It allows a euro-pallet to be loaded in the bed.

[@jonlosito2004]

He doesn't usually pay attention to payload in most of his reviews. He's not a truck person.

[@HEMi1995]

@@billeves4627because that’s totally what we’re talking about rn is 90s VWs

[@isaacfortner]

I was in Thailand a few months ago and these Raptors are EVERYWHERE there.

[@johncanalese588]

That’s where they are built!

[@coalymoley8396]

@@isaacfortner I was in Chile two weeks ago. Same story there

[@dandretube]

THIS truck I’ve been driving for 2 years since Australia was one of the first countries to receive it. It’s fun, and it jumps well 👌🏼

[@SlammedZero]

I actually think it's awesome it shows all the technical stuff on the screen. Especially them giving you an AFR gauge. If you're really taking the truck off road and working it hard on a trail, those kinds of things might be important to the driver. If I didn't have a need for a full-size truck, I'd absolutely consider one of these trucks. They look fantastic.

[@Gearbhall]

I really wish there was a version with the coyote V8.

[@willb3018]

I would love to see a standard cab version of both the Ranger and F-150 Raptors.

[@arottenmango8505]

Time for bed grandpa

[@bvbhu3dg]

@@arottenmango8505😂 bruh, he can keep wishing 😂 there seems to be enough room in the engine bay for him to add one himself.

[@godevils1982]

But that means it might actually be reliable, can’t have that.

[@subieasunayuuki]

Not really needed. It's fine as is. V8 may ruin the Raptor no offense. It doesn't need extra power in my opinion

[@whocaresjustdoit]

Great review! Doug my friend, I miss your outdoor videos :( I don't know why I still can't get used to these indoor videos. Also, I believe TrailHunter and TRD Pro pricing start around $62K, so actually this is way cheaper than those.

[@torresalxndr]

The rough ride could be the whopping 44psi you have in those massive tires. I suspect that is what is causing the harshness. That is a lot of pressure for those large tires. Someone thought it was a Mustang or something, sheesh.

[@05EVORS]

@@torresalxndr yep 32-34psi all ya need on road

[@TF242]

I agree about the missing orange lights. Definitely a missed opportunity, especially at this price point.

[@jasoncrawford5350]

It is designed in Australia. Australia has had Rangers for a number of years and this model is referred to as the next generation Ranger in Australia. What I can tell you is it has been designed to beat all competition in its segment and it does. Once on sale in the US those who drive it, particularly the Raptor will find that nothing will compare to it off road ( in its segment) and the way it drives and handles on the road. Interesting you mention that comes standard in regard to the wheels and tires, in Australia you get get those rims but those are optional if you want them, we can get another rim here if we want

[@MrAppleman89]

I remember when the ranger was a small, affordable truck. Miss those days.

[@tylancaster01]

I think that's why Ford came out with the Maverick. Not quite the same thing as a modern version of the old Ranger though.

[@jxcgunrunna]

Maverick should have had the Ranger name.

[@66racer]

@@jxcgunrunna I think the Ranger name is where it should be but the Maverick was always a car. Should have called the Mav a Ranchero or make a new name up.

[@Ithinkiwill66]

Also known as "Tonka Trucks," yes, cute, but tough like a mouse! 😅😊

[@Nossavidadocampo]

Just buy an old one

[@Afraz_9n3]

6:15 here in the UK I've seen a fair few ford transits with the raptor grilles 😂

[@mollymarsgal3377]

do people in the UK own transits for personal use?

[@pawsnpistons]

I think those are standard or at least an option if your order a Transit/Tourneo Sport

[@Afraz_9n3]

@@pawsnpistons not in the UK I don't think. The transit trail has a similar grille but it's not quite the same it has the regular blue oval badge rather than the big FORD one🤷🏽‍♂️ either way though the ones I'm seeing are just regular transit vans 😂not sports or trails just the regular panel van. I actually saw one this morning on my way to work

[@Afraz_9n3]

@@mollymarsgal3377 not often. And if they do have it for personal use it's usually because they also use it for their business too.

[@nateisright]

Transit Trail comes from the factory with the Raptor “FORD” grille.

[@costafilh0]

I wish it had a panoramic roof like the F150 Raptor. Great for "off-road"!

[@LVsF1N3ST]

Ride was prolly harsher than normal due to the higher tire pressures. Door jam sticker says 39 I believe but most run 36psi for comfort .

[@determinedskeptic]

Yes!!! They were way over-pressured.

[@brianjensen5200]

43! Harsh. I run 35 cold, 38 hot in mine, 20s LT33 tyres, It's comfy as

[@0x33f]

Yeah my RR was at 47psi from the factory and yes it was harsher and a lot more skittish, First thing I did was drop them to 37 cold and that in and of itself changed the dynamics dramatically

[@user-no1yt9hk1d]

@@brianjensen5200 I run 24 full time for speedbumps. I can essentialy do 140 kmh over speedbumps no stuggle. Its gonna be more comfy than an sportscar in normal 5 kmh mode

[@brianjensen5200]

@@user-no1yt9hk1d good luck with that. 24 is gonna chew out the tyres in no time

[@InfamousTub]

Ultimate truck for who? No one can afford this

[@Anonymous-xl9pq]

A lot of people can. It's everywhere in South Africa.

[@Michael-eg3hc]

And zr2 is better imo

[@fubarexress6359]

Don't assume everyone has your budget.

[@EmilioMendiolaJr]

You sound broke

[@brandonmacon3317]

​@@Anonymous-xl9pqwell that's nice. We've only given them 6 billion dollars over the past decade so I imagine the boss's over yonder are riding nice 🎉

[@Bash_coope]

Love the way it looks, it’s a beast ❤, but the frontier is a great car too with a 3.8 naturally aspirated V6

[@Juankisp]

Fun fact. In Europe, the Volkswagen Amarok is based on this platform. Still a cool pick up, very well loved in Latin America, South Africa and Australia.

[@DTM45]

Are you serious?

[@willhooke]

​@@DTM45yes the VW Amarok is essentially a Ford

[@johncanalese588]

The previous generation Amarok was 100% a VW designed, engineered and built vehicle. The new generation Amarok is just a “badge engineered” Ford Ranger! It has pretty much no VW in it.

[@feverdream2661]

I bet they have box tunes that you can unleash another 100+ hp easily. So awesome

[@timraber6575]

I have seen several of these around western Kentucky. I think their cool with the graphics package. I had to do a double take when I had one following me last week.

[@AllTerrainNation]

The shifter is strange at 1st but you adapt to it very quickly - We have reviewed this truck and love every bit of it

[@mikes.4136]

You’re right, Doug - Ford should have put those orange lights on the front. I would remove all external decals, too.

[@bwofficial1776]

Raptor lights are going to be the first mod most owners do. Clearance lights are what make the Raptor a Raptor.

[@Shadow_Wolf_190]

And the daytime Running lights should be amber

[@I-Teee]

Doug: “I’m gonna bring the excitement in this opening” Doug’s Camera: “nice prop rod”

[@Xerthedragon]

As many point out, the TRD Pro Taco is more expensive at 65k USD, Raptor being 57k. Interestingly (or unfortunately, rather) in Canada, the Raptor price is $80,240, and the TRD Tacoma is $80,041. So the Raptor ends up being more expensive for those of us here.

[@andrewhurstcars]

In some markets it doesn’t qualify for business tax credits as it can’t carry a 1 ton payload like the normal Ranger

[@Maeousie]

It also has a lower towing capacity than the ranger with towing package. It's a joke what ford did to this truck.

[@clonecommandermike332]

​@@Maeousie It's not necessarily meant for towing, it's meant for offroading

[@bwofficial1776]

@@Maeousie It can still tow plenty. If you're near the max tow rating of this, you should probably be in an F-150.

[@fanboiahoy260]

You can’t write off expensive cars. Stop getting financial advice from tic tok

[@Maeousie]

@@bwofficial1776 That's an opinion. I stated a fact. Learn the difference. :P

[@LMacNeill]

Minor correction -- the 4A setting doesn't select between 4WD high- and low-range. It selects between 2WD and 4WD-high. You can drive on dry pavement in 4A with no problems -- you cannot do that in 4H or 4L. When in 4A, if it detects any slippage of any wheels, it will automatically engage 4WD mode as needed and transfer power to the wheels that aren't slipping. It's great for when the weather is "iffy" -- it might be dry now, but later it's going to get wet or snowy, so you go ahead and engage 4A and leave it there. My '22 Bronco has the same system -- I just leave it in 4A all the time. Technically, 2WD mode should get *slightly* better fuel mileage, allegedly? But it's so small a difference, and we're talking about a vehicle that gets 17 MPG on its best days, so I just don't bother switching between 2WD and 4A.

[@jerryelsea8126]

It doesn’t select between 2wd and 4wd high….

[@LMacNeill]

@@jerryelsea8126 It lets you drive as if you were in 2WD mode -- no binding on dry pavement. Then it engages 4WD when it detects slip -- there's a clutch in the transfer case that locks up to send power to the front wheels. So, yes, it essentially switches between 2WD and 4WD-high.

[@TheNiteinjail]

Agree with the comment about the three amber lights up front .. they're not required but they should have done it to go along with the rest of the line of raptors

[@WyattWill]

My biggest questions are: Does it have cooled seats? And how well do the paddle shifters work? Also, I would love to see the air/fuel ratio on my gauge cluster over what music is being played which is already being displayed on the massive screen in the middle.

[@captgabe2153]

the crazy here is that its a midsized priced next to a nice trim LT Silverado or for not that much more an AT4 Sierra

[@fanboiahoy260]

And guess what? The Silverado can’t off-road.

[@G-Rex95]

@@fanboiahoy260why not?

[@chrispewkreme]

Nobody wants a sierra 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@wyattdavila2036]

Doug complaining about the leg room in the back seat of a mid-size truck is the exact reason that mid-size trucks are comparable to the full size trucks of 20 years ago.

[@joelopez5018]

$57k isn’t bad at all. Just called a stealership yesterday and they want a $17k mark up. People need to start going to jail.

[@trekkie1701e]

Near me there's a dealer with 4 on the lot. All similar spec at 59k, they'd have to be out of their minds to charge adm, especially when they are discounting f150 lariats 10k and 14k off (so basically free package) full rocky ridge up fit ones. Sales of these expensive trucks are going to be down hard the next few quarters.

[@apatheticseaturtle1998]

I work at a ford stealer ship and no sales manager would ever sell one for sticker unless they had to

[@eddieuardo]

That’s the reason dealerships will cease to exist soon. Bunch of highway robbers!

[@ryanwhite6783]

At my ford dealer, like you said, we are not allowed to sell over sticker. We sell raptor r’s, dark horses, etc all for sticker

[@texascertifiedroofing5027]

@@ryanwhite6783 can you help me order a Raptor R?

[@ryanwhite6783]

@@texascertifiedroofing5027 unfortunately I’ve already tried with a friend of mine, a dealer only gets a certain number of allocations and we’ve already used ours up. I wish the raptor r wasn’t that limited

[@Big_AlMC]

​@@ryanwhite6783 your a car flippers dream. Location?

[@P.thoma5]

First Doug video I’ve watched in a while. Glad to see he still has his authenticity and went back to outdoor style videos. Keep going Daddy Doug.

[@kyle111878]

I have the new TRD Pro and love it! Regardless of what you have and what you think about all the midsized trucks, there’s no denying that it’s a good time for midsized trucks. The Tacomas, Rangers, and Colorado’s are badass.

[@tdubb3254]

Been waiting for this review. Sweet!

[@daryck2869]

I don’t understand how manufacturers think regular people can afford these cars

[@jamusloos2859]

If it is as tall as Doug. It isn't mid-size. It's big and kind-of expensive

[@sk49kk98]

That's how I feel. The ranger was a total miss when it's the same size as an f150 from 15 years ago.

[@watchreport]

@@sk49kk98 But that's the point. It's the size of what an F150 used to be, a long time ago. NOw the f150 is huge, so they need to make the midsize version comparable. Also, we will never see small trucks again in the US, not like we used to have, due to cafe regulations. The smallest is the Maverick, which isn't even body on frame, it just happens to have a bed.

[@johnnycash3396]

It’s a small truck. It can’t tow a lot and has barely any bed space. All vehicles are big now.. whoever classifies this as big probably trembles at the sight of diesel 250s let alone 550s or commercial size trucks

[@tylertincher]

4A is AWD, not auto high or low range. It basically uses clutches for the front wheels so you can drive in AWD on the concrete without breaking things.

[@DRIVEWITHDRAY]

Got mine last Friday! Loving it so far. The F150 Raptor is too big for my liking and the new Tacoma TRD Pro has a 4 cylinder so that threw me off a bit.

[@nelegion9596]

Do you mind me how much are your monthly payments??.. I'm planning to look at one. I may just go for the Colorado:/

[@Marblyyt]

It would be really nice to see Doug review a 3rd gen ranger, or a second gen. I've seen his reviews on the new ranger and it would be cool to see what he thinks about the older ones!

[@hannafordfitness1568]

Thanks Doug. Been requesting this

[@antoniuskoch]

Thank you for including "you will get used to it" about the gear selector. While it might be an unusual choice, many people own just one car and after a week, they'll be fine. I remember people getting upset with the Mini's unusual position for the window switches, but then again if it's your daily driver, you'll be fine after a week. Mind you, that's like 2012 though.

[@EliseMR2]

Doug review the un reviewed (properly) THE MELKUS RS1000

[@baaadr]

Doug you forgot to mention the most quirkiest of quirks. The fries holder in front of the shifter! It even has a fries picture engraved into it!

[@GC-ti1vz]

He missed the ultimate quirk - the French fry logo in the front tray,, he did not cover the wireless charge pad either😢

[@TheTRIBALCHIEF-w6o]

Doug is the type of guy that loves trucks 🚛🚛

[@cyclone10472]

I was out in Thailand on vacation in March and to my surprise this truck was already all over the place out there….

[@85priesty]

They've been everywhere in Australia for ages... most of these utes are built in Thailand...

[@usernamealreadytaken770]

I was stationed in South Korea for a year and I surprisingly saw a bunch of these there too.

[@brianjensen5200]

Released internationally in 2022, US market just late to the party

[@99toyotacorolla]

they're everywhere in Southeast Asia. the Ford Ranger has been going toe to toe with the Toyota Hilux lately.

[@timsmith1894]

@Sarah-N-Tuned, reviewed this vehicle earlier today and was very complimentary.

[@charlesyoung9980]

Look to pay North of 75k once dealerships mark them up!!

[@richiecolon3774]

I guess I got "lucky" and paid 61,500 for mine.

[@dsrogersjr]

They're being listed for sticker around here

[@frespects9624]

Once they have a 300 day supply they'll be below msrp

[@matturrutia1679]

@@dsrogersjrwhere are you located? In socal the markup is $15k lol

[@dsrogersjr]

@@matturrutia1679 that'll do it lol. Southeast. Just checked and inventory is very low right now, lowest I saw was 1k above MSRP

[@Slow9562]

I saw a new Ranger the other day and I gotta say, this new design is MUCH better than the last one.

[@determinedskeptic]

I picked up my Ranger (non-Raptor 😢) and it had 38-40psi. Lowered to what the sticker says and ride was insanely different. Stupid dealerships

[@djtesseract3064]

Right now for mid-size trucks, the two best deals on true 4x4 offroaders ARE the Ford Ranger Raptor and the Chevy Colorado ZR2 AEV Bison Edition. The Ranger Raptor is best for MOAB Utah fast bumpy desert road running while the ZR2 Bison Edition is more for Colorado or Western Canada old disused high mountain rough forest service road climbing at 10 to 20 miles per hour. Both are fantastic BEASTS of true off road capability and if i had the money, i would GET BOTH!

[@SpartanHighKing14]

These damm things are everywhere here in The Cape Winelands, South Africa! 😂😂😂 Like seriously, i saw about 20 today

[@jessaphillips2846]

Everyone roasting Doug for calling the Ranger a midsize truck needs to understand that the F150 Raptor is longer and wider and it’s really a “normal” size truck in the States. We have trucks like F350s that are 22 feet (6.7 meters) long

[@TheTurboadict]

Ive had mine for about 2 months now and love it. Also Trd tacoma is more expensive 😂 fyi

[@nelegion9596]

How much are you monthly payments?

[@ivanbaez8571]

I have owned a new gen ranger raptor for over a year now. great truck overall, fast, fun, and great handling. The downside for street use are ther BFG AT tires, but still it manages to take sharp turns at the same speed my previous x6 v8 biturbo did because the suspension and 4A mode are so good. I find it very comfortable compared with a car, truck, or SUV due to its rear springs suspension and adjustable shocks. One thing that I must point out is that it has a considerable amount of SW bugs in the dash and center console dough, nothing critical but bothersome because they are quite frequent, and they dont go away even if automatic updates is turned on.

[@HiKielLiHi]

will driving it in 4A mess up the transfer case?

[@ivanbaez8571]

@@HiKielLiHi in the previous gen ranger it would, as the 4H mode was not recommended for constan high speed use. However, the 4A mode will kick the front wheel traction only when needed. The manual indicates that it can be used in 4A all the time, the compunter will optimize it in order to avoid any damage to the transfer case. I assume it desconnects front wheel drive at high speeds, when it is not needed.

[@cactus9777]

Really, 4A determines 4 wheel high and 2 wheel high. NOT 4 high and 4 low.

[@wattson451]

As a non-American, it's weird to hear the Ranger Raptor is a 'reasonably sized' truck, when outside of NA it's a quite large truck when compared to the Hiluxes and Tritons.

[@dylanpogemiller6836]

Doug is the type of guy to lick his iPad before turning to the next page

[@Flexan_Dre]

this is probably the worst "doug the type of guy" comment I've ever seen😂

[@A1YOLAAA]

​@@Flexan_Dre for real no lie

[@ozarkliving7263]

Dylan, this is a stupid comment using a dead meme. It’s not original. It’s not funny. It merely proves you are part of the few village idiots who repeatedly post this nonsense. Grow up.

[@すどにむ]

It's eye opening how much sound deadening had improved over the years, the interior part is so eerily quiet.

[@creditcardhelp8824]

Quiet mode sounded the same to me lol 15:48

[@DrainCleaningAUSTRALIA]

This is my work ute here in Australia!

[@Oswaldo_Zuniga]

Doug is the type of guy who irons his bed sheets everyday before going to sleep.

[@Sloimer]

And also after waking up

[@jimboslice500]

I love how this is 'midsize' in the US... in Australia this thing looks like a tank on the road! Interesting that it was designed in Australia too.

[@brianjensen5200]

I don't think so. I park mine next to a ram 1500 every day at work. The raptor is so much smaller, it's like 75cm shorter and 30 or 40cm narrower

[@jimboslice500]

I live in Melbourne and have only seen a Ram a couple times, and yes even huger. They're full size as opposed to mid size.

[@coover65]

​@@jimboslice500Dodge RAMs are a dime a dozen in Queensland.

[@prematuredgravy8033]

Waiting for the Mustang Raptor to happen

[@yuriabmxr]

😂

[@brandonbman5921]

😂😂🤣🤣

[@basshead.]

Shelby Mustang GT500 Super Snake Raptor R

[@jessaphillips2846]

I think that’s the Mustang Mach E Rally

[@jethrobodine4638]

i have had the Ranger Raptor since May. i have came from multiple F150's and 250's. i needed to downsize a bit for easier traveling in tighter areas. Overall I am very pleased with it. the vertical screen has taken some time to get used to. Apple car play does disconnect sometimes with no sound..ugh, hope there is a future fix for that. i don't mind the shifter at all, like the lower profile of it. its is a blast to drive, lots of power. very nimble in tight areas. only complaint is i wish the gas tank was bigger....lol my big trucks i stopped rarely on trips, this Raptor is like my Bronco Badlands, more stops for fuel! would highly recommend this truck.

[@unknown1859]

WOWOW This is considered a MID size ute in America ????? These things bloody huge in Australia.

[@Marc_prime]

Even in SA, these things are massive!!!

[@unknown1859]

The standard ford ranger barely fits into the standard carparks in Australia. ​@Marc_prime

[@yuriabmxr]

You should jump in an f150 some time. And it 's the highest selling vehicles in the US since, forever.

[@craigsampson3386]

​@ybaha1995 we've got those here too unfortunately, they're wayyy to big for Australia. In the last 10yrs or so companies have been importing them and converting them to RHD in relatively small numbers, mostly the Ram 1500, but others more recently like Chev and Ford's F150, even the Lightning. You'll never see one actually being used for what its designered for here though and usually taking up 2 or 4 car spaces depending on how much of a jerk the driver is. They're crazily expensive here too, all start at over 100k AUD.

[@bwofficial1776]

The US is several times larger than Australia. We have room for large trucks. By American standards, this is midsize. It's a shame you guys don't get to experience cool trucks like F-350s.

[@kylegriffiths5990]

These are literally everywhere here in Australia. They're one of the best selling vehicles here.

[@coover65]

The Rangers are the biggest selling vehicles in Australia.

[@kylegriffiths5990]

@@coover65 Yes. While having the reliability of a Fiat.

[@mikes.4136]

This is the best Raptor Ford makes.

[@mikeReboot]

Doug, consider updating your cool factor ratings as the vehicle models age. Sure, the Gladiator may have been a 6 when it launched, but it likely isn't a 6 now. Some retain the cool factor, like the 2018 TRD Pro, but the Gladiator only seemed hot for a minute. It's something to consider.

[@11shovel11]

I haven’t watched it yet, but I’m wondering how many times he’s gonna flex his arm and say muscular

[@batterieman3001]

and brawny

[@NandR]

I think the center gauge is perfect for a performance vehicle. There is after all a giant TV in the dash to show you non essential information.

[@ShaggyWolff]

Oh truck yeah daddy Doug.

[@RumzDizzle]

Great drills… I have a tendency ruin my take away and something I’ve worked on over the last year. This first drill really helped, gonna use it when I fall back into my old bad habits.

[@gpaje]

Too bad the UK gets a lowered powered version of this Ecoboost V6 engine and in other markets still have the old previous gen turbo diesel even in this new platform, like the Philippines and Thailand. But hey, they only cost about $45,000 USD there and get rear A/C vents, which the US version doesn't get for some reason.

[@Mr.Hooter702]

Dude you get to have a turbo diesel. Be thankful for that.

[@carlossony4064]

How come the us version doesn't come with rear air vents?

[@gpaje]

@@carlossony4064 good question, I have no idea.

[@Vito_Caligiuri]

@@carlossony4064parts. I thought it would be a big issue, but the vents under the seats work well

[@indetailcarcaresolutions3770]

Not bad for good old Aussie know-how. Designed and R&D here by Ford Australia. While we no longer manufacture, Ford employs about 1000 people in its R&D centre in Melbourne. We’ve had the Ranger Raptor for over a year now.

[@ftwtech]

The Trailhunter costs more than this

[@subiemad6073]

These things are selling like mad in New Zealand, the ranger is currently our most bought vehicle and with there not being a commodore or falcon ute for quite a few years there’s been a hole in the “fast but practical” market, if there’s a car park with 50 cars in it you’re almost guaranteed to see a raptor

[@leonardofink4236]

Maverick raptor?

[@christopherchapman7272]

I agree with Doug’s assessment of the ride. Just took delivery of mine and found the tire pressures to be 10 PSI higher than recommended. I wonder if his suffers from this. Haven’t driven it since correcting the situation.

[@kevinconroy2901]

Doug, we love you Doug

[@carlossony4064]

I cant believe someone from my country was in his house 😮❤

[@101alan1]

The lack of A/C (ventilated seats), clearance lights, and the shifter are enough to keep me from buying a Ranger Raptor. Small changes, but they make a world of difference. I test drove a Bronco Raptor to see if it was worth it, but with dealers wanting at least $10-15k over MSRP, plus the lack of A/C seats, noisy and uncomfortable ride, and poor seating position, I decided against it. This is without even considering reliability concerns. I'd love a new F-150 Raptor R, but they're ridiculously marked up too, and something feels off about the styling. Ford needs to seriously up their game if they expect people to upgrade from their old trucks given the high prices of the new ones.

[@ciaranram]

What about this is "mid-size"? This thing is enormous lol

[@christianabad9982]

Every "mid-size" SUVs and pickups are full-sized vehicles already.

[@Gordanovich02]

Am still not a fan of touchscreens but at least they kept physical climate controls. I also appreciate that the steering wheel controls are physical buttons instead of feedback-less touch keys.

[@WilliamFisher1]

Nobody can afford a $60k truck? I see $90k Suburbans every day.

[@dirkx2350]

Yeah they actually can’t afford those either.

[@WilliamFisher1]

@@dirkx2350 I mean, I can... So why not them?

[@dirkx2350]

@@WilliamFisher1 i guess affording has different meanings to different people. i would bet 90% of the people who buy this will do 84 month loans with next to nothing down, an 8% interest rate at best and are 1-2 paychecks away from default. I would also bet a large fraction are renters. Looking at pure consumer data, yeah the majority of people actually can’t afford it but think they can.

[@WilliamFisher1]

@@dirkx2350 I'll take that bet. You're projecting numbers that you absolutely cannot substantiate with data. I can assure you that the folks that live around me driving $90k suburbans are not renting... And why would we put more money down than required when the stock market is going gangbusters?

[@Mc.Nuggetz]

@@dirkx2350considering the average car sale now is 45K. 60k is not that much.

[@isaiahdesilva9327]

So pumped about this ranger raptor. They def should’ve added the 3 marking lights just cause. Sure u can install them aftermarket. Also wish they did the f150 raptor hood scoop as well.

[@sstevocamaro]

Ram went to 6 cylinder trucks, GM trucks are just hanging in there with the same old powertrains, and Ford just taking over where Ram left off.

[@shadow105720]

Ram left off with v8 powered midsize trucks and aside from one year of Colorados, nobody has picked up on that.

[@healingenso7923]

And when I specced out a loaded Lariat, it comes in within $5,000 of the Raptor (which has very few hardware options). So, if you have the budget - if you want to tow, get a Lariat, otherwise get the Raptor. But, the only things I want in red are brake calipers and seat belts.

[@TheLiamster]

As a European, this is definitely not “mid size”

[@dubiousf00d]

As an American. It's cute.

[@Sportswatcher588]

Stop being European then

[@Sportswatcher588]

Please Stop be the European

[@hanro7430]

Lucky you smart European can understand that the language used by people are relative to the context they live in or am i being to nice?

[@Constabruity]

“Buh! I’m European and I make fun of Americans for everything, even though I’ve never visited and have no concept of what the States look like or what vehicles the citizenry drives.”

[@KyleLDaugherty]

Waiting to see what the 2025 adds for this model, really needs cooled/vented seats as well. I'd like to see the swap over of infotainment like the 2025 Explorer did.

[@M3Vader]

Funny these heavy fast trucks don’t come with big brakes

[@cobaltlukather9045]

learned from a rally school, with these small wheels and tall tires, you are even more limited on brake size than you would think because if the space between the wheel and the brake caliper is too tight, rocks and mud can gather inside the barrel of the wheel and damage the caliper by impacting it as the wheel spins.

[@M3Vader]

@@cobaltlukather9045 if a Miata can run big brakes surely these trucks can’t too

[@cobaltlukather9045]

@@M3Vader they can fit, yes, but as i said, off road conditions may damage larger brakes. look at the brakes on a production Subaru WRX vs a WRC rally-prepped WRX. you want brakes that will survive off-road conditions.

[@M3Vader]

@@cobaltlukather9045 I see what you were saying but I still don’t understand how 2 piston calipers would be any smaller to be beneficial than a 4 piston that is very close to the same size if not smaller and more compact (rotor size aside)

[@cobaltlukather9045]

@@M3Vader ah, thought you meant diameter, not piston count. yeah, thats just them being cheap. just running a smaller brake at higher pressure to gives the same-ish performance, though it can warp rotors easier and wear out pads faster if you're hard on the brakes a lot.

[@josiahjones3756]

“The gauges only show stuff car nerds would like, not normal people like me” doug in a 60,000 sport truck. Doug & bids moment

[@_BangDroid_]

Doug "not a car guy" DeMuro