Ford Ranger 2020 review: XL 4x2 Hi-Rider pick-up 2.2L auto

[@gregburville3368]

Good to see a. Lower spec'd model reviewed for a change. Nice work Crafty.

[@stendecstretcher5678]

Thanks for taking the time to review a work ute. Not many journos out there do this so good on you for that. Would like to see some more including single cabs.

[@TheSogmeister]

I have a Ranger XL 2.2 manual, absolutely love it. Such a good value for money ute

[@FordMaverickFanatic]

I'm in the US but this is fairly comparable to our base XL Rangers. Looks like a workhorse, yet still easy to live with! Great review!

[@The1860th]

FordMaverickFanatic but that AUS XL interior looks way nicer than our US Spec XL interior

[@Firepath]

Great review. This is everything I wanted to know about this exact model. Tie downs was one of the thing I was wondering about.

[@georgesdesk]

Good review, ranger seems to be a well rounded package

[@wanted-33]

Great video sir. I have a Ranger XL on order here in the states now. The one difference I see that I wish Ford would have brought to the states is the height of the rear bed/tray. The states version is much higher, and is difficult to reach inside the bed while standing beside of the truck. Oh well, it will fit my needs and that's what is important. And one other thing I saw was Ford put the steering wheel on the wrong side of your test truck. You should have that looked into. lol

[@joelarrarte8486]

Had a 2012 Ranger XL 4X2 2.2 Hi Rider - brilliant ute! Only gripe was the sluggishness on takeoff (also inconsistent) but great to drive. Gearbox was a bit clunky the last 12 months. Just traded it in on a 2021.25 XL with "Tradie Pack" 4x4 3.2L... lots more grunt from takeoff, different engine tone (still getting used to it) 5cly V 4 cyl - but fun, comfortable ride with a heap more gadgetry... Lets see if this one lasts as good and as long as my previous model...

[@MarmiteTheDog]

The 2.2L with a proper gearbox makes so much better use of the smaller engine. The auto is a bit sluggish. Get the manual!

[@stephanfiebich1561]

Wish that drive train was available in the US, no diesel or manual option here🙁

[@1969cmp]

A hi riding 4x2 is an attractive option for my LSL grand fishing tour. I dont plan on heavy towing, and the clearance would be handy getting to more remote beaches and to carry a couple of kayaks, rods, bbq and swags.

[@williegitau6680]

I'd prefer this all day,everyday!!!

[@williegitau6680]

But the 4x4 version with a manual

[@HerbalTee29]

Willie Gitau heavier guts not enough power with the 2.2 4x4, better off 4x2 manual If your getting the smaller engine

[@patrykrog8121]

@@HerbalTee29 but then it wont do as good offroad. In europe we dont have big powerfull cars yet people are towing big loads with small cars and they do just about fine if its done occasionaly.

[@petercastles4076]

I'm looking at the xls. Which I assume would be similar to this model.

[@J4M1ETheCarWizard]

Crafty is defo a dilf! Especially if he’s offering the heavy boot🤪

[@meownmazda1]

Jamie Cutter 🙋‍♂️

[@timfordfalconxf7714]

Why do i love the XL more. ? When the new 2022 XL is more me with the all new gen. AM a odd one lol

[@jerrymyahzcat]

So it’s designed as a work ute ok, why the paltry 150W 230V socket then? Surely it should have a 1500W-2000W inverter system minimum. 150W can barely charge your laptop so that’s odd.

[@2157AF]

Its more for use as a recharging point for batteries. If the work crew need that sort of power, then just carry a petrol generator.

[@leoesposito8762]

Yeah good...

[@dipesh5038]

Is ranger really not a reliable truck? It costs 9 millions and planning to buy here in Nepal? please suggest me

[@JDMEVOVIGSR]

I'll take the BT-50 in the 4 x 2 with the 3.2L, thanks!

[@doctorboy5892]

In the BT50 watch out to put your load close to the front of the tray. The rear wheels are too far forward and so they are renowned for 1. Turning the tray into a banana due to a load at the back using the rear axle as a fulcrum and 2. Swaying all over the highway, if you don't. The BT 50 uses the ranger technology from 2002.

[@flavorsoftheworld308]

Slow response with auto on 3ŕd... best 11km/litre

[@hvpowerltdhvp7599]

Thanks for the show case. I'm really interested in paying one FX2 double Cap 2 wheel drive Ford Ranger. Please email me the payment details for the FX2 double Cap 2wheel drive Ford Ranger. also include the shipment payment from your end to Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. Thankyou and appreciate your time given. Best Regards. James Malia.

[@pingzhang9858]

Not much point to buy diesel version on this ute as it take more 11 ltrs per 100 km. Disappointing.

[@hvpowerltdhvp7599]

I'm here in the Autonomous Region Of Bougainville, Papua new Guinea. I'm really interested to buy one of this 4x2 Ford 2 wheel drive double cap Ford Ranger. Please email me the price. will appreciate your response . Thanks and best Regards, James Malia

[@jasonwishart8153]

Bt50 xt 4x4 with the 3.2 is better value at $40k

[@MarmiteTheDog]

But fugly and an inferior truck, with inferior engines (yes, all of them).

[@marcusjackson4063]

Jason Manning still a good UTE just the back end let’s them down. Fundamentally the base is the same for the ranger and the Mazda

[@MarmiteTheDog]

@@marcusjackson4063 Except the Ranger has had constant development and the BT50 hasn't.

[@stendecstretcher5678]

Thanks I'll have a look at the Mazda.

[@JDMEVOVIGSR]

@@marcusjackson4063 the back end of the ute doesn't really apply when they have an alloy tray...

[@Schaiksub]

My Ford Everest Turbo “Broke” with only 58K on the clock. It seems there is a massive problem with the ford Turbos that no one is talking about! Sold it immediately after being repaired by ford and got a Hilux. Stay away as far as possible from ford. You have been warned.

[@doctorboy5892]

Good old roll-over Adriaan in his Toyota again.

[@351tgv]

gees that 2.2L turbo diesel is downright awful, lacks bottom end and mid range torque and top end power is next to useless as the transmission won't hold gear (even in sports mode), it struggles just to move and the Ranger at speed and with cargo / towing it would be severely dangerous, also I see you were in Picton and North Nowra ... that highway from Kiama S-Bends through to South Berry is a fantastic (new) highway to drive on, shame that it's limited to 100km/h, you could easily do 130km/h with no issues as the highway has been very well developed, almost Autobhan like.

[@MarmiteTheDog]

That's why they have a men's gearbox available too.

[@RinaldoCaptain]

I have the 2.2 auto. I'm currently working on a farm renovating a farmhouse - crap roads while carrying a load (cement, tools etc.) are part of my daily commute. No problems at all. Pulled 3 tons of trailer and a '64 Ford Fairlane with spares 560km from sea level to 1,694m ASL and it didn't battle at all. Not sure if you guys are talking about the same engine, surely not?!

[@momouppa]

It's a ute not a truck!

[@craigstevenson7708]

No good for off road work at all 4x2 auto smh

[@mills3375]

They do offer a 4x4 6 speed manual option

[@craigstevenson7708]

@@mills3375 I know but the thumbnail is wrong is it was the 4x4 manual I'd agree it was a work truck

[@stendecstretcher5678]

Not meant for off road it's a basic work ute.

[@Hope2421]

For that money SsangYong Musso I think is better value and package.

[@stendecstretcher5678]

Just bought a base duel cab Colorado in the fire sale for $32000 couldn't afford the ranger at $ 40000. Wish me luck.

[@doctorboy5892]

Your Asian wife made you say that.

[@ToddHendry]

Why are you yelling?