Ford Ranger vs Toyota HiLux vs Mercedes X-Class ute comparison review: On-road, off-road, towing!

00:00 Intro
00:24 Pricing and specs
01:19 On-road driving - HiLux
01:52 Interior - HiLux
02:19 On-road driving - X-Class
02:56 Interior - X-Class
03:37 Interior - Ranger
03:57 On-road driving - Ranger
04:45 Towing
06:26 Load test
08:14 Off road 4x4
09:55 Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz X-Class ute made quite a short, sharp impression when it launched, and we put it up against two of the best-selling and most well-regarded 4WD dual cab utes in its segment to see how it stacked up. Yep, it went up against the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux, and boy, what a test it was.
From towing a huge caravan to loading these utes up to their payload limits, to driving on road and adventure testing them off road at one of our favourite 4x4 spots, this test had a bit of everything.
Watch Marcus Craft and Matt Campbell put the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Mercedes X-Class Utes to the test - and tell you which they thought was best.
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[@ddropzz2976]

Hilux for me I drive a 1998 Toyota hilux and I’ve never had a problem and it’s 21 years old

[@MadeiraMotorsports]

That's already a classic

[@AS-up3rf]

Mileage?

[@stefan_4508]

Well this showed us that you can throw the Mercedes in the bin, and choose between the Ranger or the Hilux. Ranger for all round comfort and performance, or the Hilux for off road capability and long term reliability.

[@gavinwolfe3238]

The Ranger seems to be doing better than the Hilux for long term reliability these days. Ford aren’t the ones being sued by their customers about mechanical problems...

[@funfunyo7523]

new hilux is rubbish the d4d was the best ranger all the way

[@alanbstard4]

@@gavinwolfe3238 Ford have had their problems too, but the F series is a much loved vehicle. Simple to fix relatively speaking. Best thing Ford ever made, however those Toyotas are historically a great vehicle

[@normandorabaya7284]

As always, Ford has durability and dependability problem when it comes to the engine and transmission.... don't trust Ford anymore after too many problems with their models. Toyota is the best when it comes to performance, durability and dependability....

[@456123defabc]

Hello, i had a Hilux Vigo, Mitsubishi L200 HP and now i drive a Ranger Wildtrak, by far the most comfortable of the trio, it just feel more substantial all around. Good call.

[@kiyoshim9593]

Nissan is the most comfortable, Because the Rear suspension is Coilover, not leafspring. Just like a Car,

[@TheIdeasGuy]

I’ve owned both a Hilux and a Ranger, and I’ve driven quite a few of both for work (in the bush and on the road) - of ages ranging from 20 years old to current models. I haven’t had much of a chance to really push any of the rangers to their limits in the bush but the few times I have, they’ve done very, very well. I’ve certainly towed some very serious loads (3+ tons) and in my experience, the Rangers won the towing hands-down. They have the power and they handle so nicely when loaded right up. My current work ute, a Ranger, has only done 155,000kms so I have yet to see how it lasts when compared to the old hiluxes out there with 500,000+ km on the clock. I love Toyota’s reliability, it’s one thing I don’t think many other brands can boast quite so loudly about.

[@carsguide]

Thanks for the feedback! Cheers Matt Campbell

[@lilnips]

Contract92 do you think this new gen lux is making use of it's predecessor's reliability? I've heard the new hilux isn't the Ute it used to be

[@MP-78]

But Toyota skimps out on so much. What you buy should not be a lemon which a Ranger is not other than that reliability alone is no logic for sacrificing on what is also very important like tech, equipment, refinement and overall driving experience which matters everytime you drive.

[@TheIdeasGuy]

MANU PURI those things might matter to soft city people. I’m quite happy with a reliable vehicle that has air conditioning. The electric mirrors in my Ranger are handy when they get bumped around out in the bush, but I wouldn’t care if they stopped making everything else (electric windows etc.). ... that stuff is all just there waiting to break at an inopportune moment.

[@DrKniz]

This is one of the most comprehensive tests I've seen on KZbin. Keep up the good work guys.

[@carsguide]

Thanks! We put a lot of effort in, and I'm glad it has been reflected in the finished product. Cheers, Matt Campbell

[@leoesposito8762]

great report guys.. and yes i think you did get it spot on...

[@carsguide]

Thanks, Leo! Cheers Matt Campbell

[@MrFijibati]

What we all deserve is a thorough comparison review of only the flagship utes from Toyota, Ford, Volkswagen and Holden.. no BS reviews but an expert one done by 4x4 experts only.. bring in the top dogs to represent like the Hilux Rugged X, Ranger Raptor, Amarok V6 ultimate and Z71 Extreme !

[@bcg9771]

I'd pick the hilux any day!

[@hashemeshanouq7351]

Excellent reviews mate's

[@mindpeace6226]

very good test guys. i liked the video. i liked your channel

[@edwinndonga2740]

I appreciate this review but it is a short time (showroom) review. When it comes to long term durability test, Toyota always emerges victorious.

[@TheJohnChocolate]

Say if they were all the exact same price, for the benefit of an investment and/or bang for buck in regards to longevity, I would choose the hilux. Yes, the Hilux is a bit of a rough ride, worse interior and lower towing capacity than the video winning ranger, the Hilux over engineering and simplicity strengthens it's reliability. This is why government and non-government organisations supply the simple hilux SR to a lot of outback and rural communities. They're just a dependable vehicle.

[@samikemashiku5054]

find me when you come to 🇹🇿 and i will give you a present. you go to inter regional roads and 90% you come across a ute it's the Hilux i also love it

[@kiyoshim9593]

Exactly. Toyotas don't lose value because they look and work like new even after 150,000 Miles and 10 years..

[@alberthua7024]

good review!

[@drewandrews8310]

Ya you got it right mate, no question about that anymore.

[@MrOutback08]

There's nothing like a Toyota 😏🙄🤔

[@maenzent3563]

This was a proper comparison

[@dogfacegaming6171]

I live in South Africa and with my export business I often travel to different countries to do training with my distributers, at first I used a Hilux to travel as everyone said it would be the best because of how reliable it is, I have never been in a bakkie ( South African word for Ute ) that has broken down and given me more trouble before, I switched over the Ranger 3.2 and so far with putting 480 000 kilometers on the clock, I've never had to take her in besides for the normal service intervals. The Hilux used to be a very good bakkie but it has gone downhill in all aspects since the early two-thousands, ford has taken its place and has destroyed the competition when it comes to driving through the African bush

[@pacman5590]

I love how it ignores reliability and probably more importantly, resale values! The ford and the merc are going to plummet!

[@mohamedmohiyuddin4004]

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[@ev0wat]

If your going out to try get resale then you don’t buy a Ute you buy a house. Cars are purely for leisure or work nothing more. I’m not spending 60k on something I don’t want but because it has resale value that’s stupid.

[@Keepingitrespectfulmostly.]

Great review. Clear, concise and to the point.. I wonder how these 3 would compare to the Navara?

[@sizzlemcnizzle4005]

navaras pretty much the x class, same engine and everything... so not that good

[@gavinwolfe3238]

The Navara isn’t even in the same league.

[@TaqCOOL]

Really nice review. But, we most not forget that this is the first ever Mercedes pickup vs the legendary Hilux and Big engine Ford Ranger. It would be fair using the x350d

[@Yuji-gojo]

Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux are one of the best pick up truck here in the Philippines but there are lots of people here buying the Ranger like mostly the 3.2L but small amount of people buying the 2.2L

[@carsguide]

Same here. The 2.2L is very small in terms of uptake. Thanks Matt Campbell

[@alainnorte4728]

Ford Ranger Wildtrak is the best😊

[@TinTin-xi6kc]

In our bank i always notice toyota hilux as the in demand car then there goes ford ranger :D

[@beepollen2948]

3.2 here

[@AkanBrownStudios]

I love this video 💯%

[@KR-lz7ij]

Spot on .. I am a Ford owner...but will never doubt the Hilux... Two very competitive and reliable Bakkies.. For the Mercedes...stick to cars

[@jaimusicxx]

Brilliant comparison guys thanks..!!

[@carsguide]

Cheers for the feedback! Thanks Matt Campbell

[@jaroslavzaruba2765]

cant wait to meet the Raptor version in person, on paper it looks underpowered but damn does it look cool af

[@jayyangunner7810]

Hilux indestructible 💪💪

[@Sabumnim666]

apart from all interior trim falling apart

[@tjmo5763]

Spot on lads

[@thearaveng4584]

Thanks your for video

[@gavinaylward494]

Yeah just purchase a New June 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak ...and after driving a Colorado Storm for the last 4 years this vehicle is leaps and bounds above it ... The Tech in this Ute is awesome ... It drives very well and has plenty of power 3.2 litre 6 speed manual ... Job well done Ford.

[@withusmasunda3168]

Are these engines the same?? I see a 2.5l X class up against a 3.2l Ford and 2.8l Toyota! Doesn’t that make a difference in terms of the torque and output especially when towing and off-roading??

[@Apoc_Bone_Daddy]

Do any of these come in single/regular cab?

[@seannunis2895]

The Ranger (3.2 five cyllinder ) has the biggest displacement among the 3. It will obviously be the one to win the towing and the 500kg load in the pan test.

[@AdrianDmax]

awesome video, more comparison review pls

[@carsguide]

We'll try and keep them coming. What would you like to see next? Cheers Matt Campbell

[@AdrianDmax]

CarsGuide I want the 2018 Toyota CH-R and the rest of the competitor of this baby SUV And Battle of the mid size sedan The All new 2018 toyota Camry, all new Honda Accord and the rest of competitors. And war for the mid size luxury sedan: 2018 Lexus ES, BMW 5 Series, Audi A6 and the rest of the competitors. Thank you.

[@snowyseb]

Interested to see the V6 Benz reviews, those engines certainly have a lot more up and go..

[@carsguide]

We can't wait for it, either. Though the price could be a fairly inhibiting factor... Cheers Matt Campbell

[@nesertema4583]

i would like to see a comparison of brakes and braking distance. unloaded, loaded, towing. mark that the hilux has 4 cylinder brake calipers on front axle, while the competition mounts cheap 2 pot calipers on front!

[@johnd1774]

I love my Ranger.

[@NathanZar]

Well from experience, in iterms of long term durability, reliability and quality always go for a TOYOTA. On the other hand if you are into fanciness go for the other two.

[@Rangatology]

I’m a Toyota fan & would happily choose the Ford as well, BUT, I’m curious to see where Mercedes takes this in 3-5 years from this 1st attempt.....will they learn from these comparison reviews? Maybe.....will they outperform the Ford or Toyota? Highly unlikely, but it’s worth watching the potential growth.

[@SDav21]

Rangatology Of course they can. All they need to do is base it on their own platform and use their own commercial vehicle expertise and not use Nissan's. They'll have the best then. I don't understand why they just didn't develop their own platform when they have decades of experience making commercial vehicles. Not to mention they have their own excellent 2.2 litre diesel which they also use in their commercial vehicles that is already developed, known to be reliable and can come with 150kw and 500nm. Yet they use a damn Nissan engine and gearbox! Same for the key. Why did they use a Nissan key. They also have the best interiors in the passenger cars and even the V Class van has a better interior. Why use Nissan switches. They went about it all wrong. It is a Mercedes and people will hold them to a higher standard. The Navara is good in its own right but it is not good enough for a Mercedes badge.

[@MaZEEZaM]

And its not like they don't know how, the G-wagon or whatever its named is meant to rival Toyota LandCruiser for its off road capabilities, no idea about the reliability though.

[@riaangroenewald8260]

Take out the Dutsun!!!!

[@kiyoshim9593]

These vehicles are expensive, Would you get a ranger and after and have a low resell price?

[@SCELO_MYEZA.]

Many years later, the Mercedes benz X class left the chat😂

[@mark-qi6di]

Not a Ford fan, but the Ranger is impressive. Can't wait for the Ranger Raptor!

[@Aussie_Damo]

nrh 1120 it might have the looks but it'll be a twin turbo 2L diesel with a 2500kg tow limit.

[@mark-qi6di]

Aussie Damo Yeah, I know. At first I was also quite surprised, but I'm hoping it will be a bit more efficient in its power delivery compared to the dated 3.2

[@momentum1208]

nrh 1120 ever owned one? Say a 2015 model and up?

[@mark-qi6di]

no, that's just my opinion. How is it?

[@bertkibbler9967]

Ranger is by far the best ute of our time. You watch almost every review and comparison on the internet and the ford always wins. It is reliable, safe and packs lots of extras into a very competitive price. Looking forward to seeing the brand new Ford Ranger Raptor should be a great ute.

[@audoinxr6372]

Rarely see a Ford in the off roading or overlander community? Im all for some friendly banter but that is possibility one of the most retarded things I've read. Every off road park has Rangers doing fine every weekend. And with my trucking across Australia, i can safely say that between Landcrusier , Patrol, Ranger and F trucks. Thats the overlanders choice

[@jamesmay3863]

Bert Kibbler and then you speak to someone who has owned one and realise everything you see on tv/internet is not 100% real

[@kiyoshim9593]

But Internet youtube reviews and real life reviews are not the same thing. Where are the old Ford Rangers in the road? all in the DUMP. Because after 8 years you have garbage. With Isuzu, Toyota, in 8 years they retain 50% of their original price.

[@apaibian87]

I'm from Sarawak, Borneo. I got 2010 Mitsubishi L200, 2017 Hilux Revo. Unfortunately I sold my Hilux and kept my Mitsubishi L200. May-10-2018, I bought 2018 Ford Ranger 3.2 Wildtrak fully imported from an Australia, well mate, talking about comfort, safety & technology, I have to say, 2018 Ford Ranger 3.2 Wildtrak is the best truck I ever have. Waiting for FR Raptor so I planned to sell my L200 and keep both FR 3.2 Wildtrak and FR Raptor 2.0Bi Turbos 😋

[@apaibian87]

It's not about the brand, but how we take care on them☺️

[@teabaganyone7830]

I like the wildtrak the most looks wise but it’s gonna have to be the hilux for me.. when deciding what car to get ask your local tow truck driver what he picks up the most.

[@chrisandshazza01]

All of them are nice. I'd be happy with any of em but personally I'd choose the Ranger too. Thanks for the video.

[@JH-zq7xd]

Ranger for me. I have the new BiTurbo and an absolute awesome vehicle..

[@danniborquez6368]

is working good mate your BiTurbo? nice better fo you didn't then a 3.2 ?

[@albertolanugan1574]

Hilux for my Side good performance & quality and most better than off-road !

[@spacegaming7015]

I have a 1965 fj40 landcruiser mint condition and i never had a problem

[@lasol2474]

Over 10 years or over 200K km which Ute will more likely be around, on the street?

[@carsguide]

Let us look into our crystal ball... Cheers Matt Campbell

[@lilnips]

Can some share some advice. I'm planning to invest on a manual ute this Summer, either Ranger or the HiLux. Anyone know which is best in terms of (actual) reliability and long term costs? Thanks :)

[@carsguide]

As you know, we at carsguide only get the vehicles for a short period of time, but I'd be interested to hear some proper constructive feedback on this topic, too - not the "Toyota is the best ever" "Ford forever" diatribe that seems to permeate the comments section. Cheers Matt Campbell

[@lilnips]

CarsGuide yeah, there's just too many fanboys here. Nevertheless great review, boys.

[@omarhasbunchomali8144]

Nice ford ranger. Love it

[@allizdog5927]

How do these modern auto transmissions fair with water ingress as far as fording etc?

[@carsguide]

Good question - but we've not heard of any major issues if you play by the rules of logic. Cheers Matt Campbell

[@heinrichhimmler8664]

Are you from Dublin ?

[@redwin21]

Good and honest review. I was once a die hard hilux fanatic. Guess what? Ford paid me so i shifted gears.😂

[@04poppop]

I would like to hear how Ford Ranger stands as far as regarding reliability.

[@Kyxmyx]

4 year old 3.2 liter 45k km no issues

[@addiejonez]

It’s fair to say they are all utes and what not but you can see what each company does concentrate on with its product, Hilux is built towards off road type of use, and Ford wants the road more than off, and Benz being a new comer to the industry it still does want to be flashy in which I think because of the shift in the market Benz is for those that like the idea of a Ute but not a work horse, than the other two.

[@aliikane]

It is funny how the Ford Ranger gets released in other countries before the US. Not here till 2019. Lol.

[@klleeful]

The only UTes over 10 yrs old that you see still going strong on the road is the Hilux. Make your own judgement

[@jobwachira8471]

Absolutely, this review is Soo biased even the blind can see. No pick up in the market today can beat Hilux in terms of fuel efficiency, workability, reliability and durability (so long as they have same engine size) and everyone knows it. They are just marketing for Ranger. Otherwise, if the Range is superior to the other two, why is it's price cheapest??? It doesn't make sense at all.

[@Chris-nk9pj]

Hi CarsGuide, what was so bad about the X-Class offroad performance? I understand from other reviews, that the Navara Gearbox/ Drivetrain is a very strong combination off-road. Adding sufficient ground-clearance and a decent wading depth I would like to understand the short comings a bit more. Did the X-Class struggle with terrain the other two didn't? Thanks.

[@carsguide]

G'day Christian, Rather than spam up the comments thread here, you might want to take a look at our full detailed comparison here: www.carsguide.com.au/car-reviews/ford-ranger-wildtrak-toyota-hilux-rugged-mercedes-x-class-power-69193 Crafty explains it precisely there. Cheers Matt

[@1m4n00b1eYT]

Can you also review the Ford VelociRaptor 6x6 and the Brabus 6x6 please!!🙏🏻

[@mornevanwyk9558]

Why did you not uses a standard toyota ?

[@jonaskastberg7406]

I would have liked to see the Amarok V6 Diesel included in this test

[@ND-rp7uk]

Prefer the ranger on road.. Had them in military. Also had the hilux. Good drive too but not as sharp as the ranger on road. Off road everyday. Id choose a hilux.

[@ranniedeocampo8372]

Best for me ford ranger. Tested pick up..

[@JohnJohnson-Aotearoa]

Toyota will always be the best, and will out last the rest no matter what they put up against it........

[@brendanjarvis2306]

When did everyone become Ford fans all of a sudden 😂 I took the X Class for the fact the Rangers & Hilux are common as bums

[@podiapod888]

Dpf issues with hilux's 2.8l diesel?

[@carsguide]

Check out our Toyota HiLux problems page: www.carsguide.com.au/toyota/hilux/problems

[@shanebeaugs]

Would be interesting to do the off road test with AT tyres on all 3, the Hilux had AT tyres while the Ranger and the Mec had HT tyres

[@carsguide]

True. It would. But that's what each of the respective manufacturers fits, so that's what we used. Cheers Matt Campbell

[@fifafans313]

The ranger will always appear the best!!

[@kiyoshim9593]

But they have reliability problems.

[@user-tw9tk1vb6d]

K M 🤦🏻‍♂️ depends on how you maintain your car mate.

[@AceOfSpadesPRO01]

Yes you guys definitely got it right. I think the only ute that would compete the wildtrack in this challenge is the z71 Colorado. It’s got a stiff but still comfortable rear end like the Ford, and it also has a great pulling engine like the Ford But I think the Ford would still beat the z71 in the off-road segment due to the Holden’s ground clearance isn’t as good

[@carsguide]

Thanks for the thoughts. Having driven both, we reckon the Ford is still ahead.

[@shawsie5780]

I've owned both the Ranger and the Hilux and personally the Hilux wins hands down, my Ranger spent more time at Ford getting warranty repairs done then making me money, i had 3 engines replaced, blown turbo hose replaced, rear suspension replaced and just before trade in the auto was making some funny sounds, but the worst thing was the way Ford handled it, sure the hilux hasn't been perfect but the small issues Ive had Toyota jumped all over it. Also the running costs (resale,fuel,serving) over a 4yr lease is thousands cheaper then the Ranger

[@madrx2]

I drive a colorado as my personal tourer and have a ranger xlt we use at work. Ranger is nicer around town suspension wise stock for stock, colorado has heaps more power, better for towing,cheaper to buy, interior takes more of a beating. Colorado unfortunately doesn't have a rear locking diff from factory which is disappointing. I'd honestly go for the rugged x if I was to buy new again, simply because it's such great value with some very usable offroad gear on it already.

[@shawsie5780]

madrx2 yes Im planning on upgrading to the rugged x soon, mate of mine just picked up a rouge and I love The black interior

[@MaZEEZaM]

No doubt the Hilux wins on reliability but they seem to offer bare bones as far as gear offered and nothing particularly modern nor cheap compared to competitors though personally I think the offering from Merc was surely an embarrassment for the brand.

[@mphobrews2841]

Looks like a Ford add and I believe in the Hillux

[@seanrichard-preston6088]

The best thing about watching reviews is seeing all the people triggered by the outcome.

[@ulikrohne7598]

I prefer the FORD... It offers the best ergonomics and I like the exterior look of the ranger

[@SSJD]

The Lost City Track is a fun drive but I wouldn't consider it an excellent offroad test... Should have taken it over the road and done Baal Bone instead.

[@nicoagliotti1197]

Ranger kicks ass in every segment

[@deaneggerstedt9574]

Working on mine sites in WA, the rangers just fall apart and are eventually swapped out with hiluxs, and not to mention landcruiser utes being the main work horses too. Ford's don't last

[@Sabumnim666]

Hilux is far from unbreakable if you don't burn them off they get stuck in limp made dumb arse system, we never use hilux or ranger in the mines only land cruisers.

[@push81]

If I am spending my own money, I would buy Hilux.

[@carsguide]

That's a valid school of thought, for sure.

[@stevemuscat4601]

I did spend my own money and the hilux costs more for less power, less standard equipment and less safety features. How'd u come to that thought?

[@push81]

Some people just don't think about long-term cost.

[@larjkok1184]

Sucker! Oh what a feeling. Conned.

[@johnd1774]

I did spend my own money ...lol on the ranger. and I love it.

[@apokou2893]

ranger at wildtrak 3.2 and hilux revo rocco 2.8 i also like the volkswagen amarok 3.0 v6 its my favourite trucks

[@daniealbertse3963]

Why was the V6 Amarok not part of the test? It all depends on what gets chosen to compare with the Ranger.

[@lourensjoubert8652]

Ranger is awesome but why does all reviews always fail to mention that the gearbox is bad and guaranteed to fail four or five times in the first 200000km?

[@edwwong1003]

True, it's (ranger) nice to drive but when it comes to sending it back to the service center, it's a nightmare

[@soytupappa]

I am still a Toyota guy but if i would spend my own money I would buy the WildTrack more bang for your buck. Better interior more power.

[@jsa9028]

There are so many people saying there on ford side but his saying the interior of the huilux can be better

[@imranshah8922]

In my books Hilux is the best vehicle, I’ve recently tested both the ranger and Hilux and decided to go for the Hilux!

[@jacobdanjkov8946]

Every one is saying hilux for reliability but realistically they have lost that feature the only reliable dual cab you can get nowadays is a D-max because its great chassis 1mill K motor and its bearbones electronics

[@got6977]

This one day " review" is almost useless. It's about how long wil it KEEP PERFORMING.

[@tlousamsonpabaya8692]

I am personally enjoying Toyota off road Legend 40.

[@richy_au]

I don't think the Hilux would trump the Ford Ranger Wildtrak in the off road section without the "rugged X" kit, the A/T tyres would have supported that segment win to no end. Ranger is fitted with the same tyre brand and series in H/T type thread pattern. Still a very good 12 minute video, Thanks.

[@carsguide]

Would be interesting to test that hypothesis, for sure. Cheers Matt Campbell

[@eamonnmckinney4302]

Lol. I’d still choose an old HZJ 75 with 300k on the clock

[@spacegaming7015]

Here in the Philippines there is a high steep mountain that ford ranger navara or any other pick up cant climb only the toyota hilux made it to the top thats why it was a pickup to get tourist up the mountain

[@niemduong6235]

Yes Ranger is that good from looking to driving

[@kiyoshim9593]

To engine failure

[@tonywang1152]

但是我还是买了，Hilux Sr5

[@RicardoEnriqueGonzalez2017Rega]

This is a Ford Channel isn’t it ?

[@captaindasbomb9655]

Though the Ranger is hands down the best car according to Journos its sad that none of them ever mention the poor customer service customers get when it all goes wrong which more often than you think. In my own personal view no-one in the right mind would be towing a 3 tonne trailer with a 4 cylinder ute let alone a mercedes which in my view is more of a city run around lifestyle vehicle. Still think it will sell big in the premium market once the V6 comes out & will outsell its main target the VW. Been driving my STX550 for the last 4 years & its never missed a beat but surprising never gets mentioned in any reviews

[@carsguide]

It's hard for us to do that without buying a vehicle and finding out for ourselves. But we hear your concerns, and we're sure Ford Australia would like to know about them, too. The previous-generation ST-X 550 was a terrific rig. Shame they didn't have something like that with the new Navara (which, with the Series III update, is much better than it was). Cheers, Matt Campbell

[@poppyneese1811]

Had a Tacoma, great lil truck but rust rust rust. At the end of 5 years it looked underneath like a 50’s Buick left in the wood to slowly disappear slowly as nature takes it toll.

[@osmankorkmazlar491]

100% sponsored by ford do a proper review

[@Sabumnim666]

What does that mean? do your own particulate filter burn off as the system is too dumb to work it out for itself gets a bit embarrassing after awhile we have them at work far over priced.

[@GloryanHeadman]

this is mostly about ranger marketing, plus there is no talk about fuel cons., environment efficiency, engine resource. Real consumers say for its self and marketing, is alway marketing

[@franciscod.s7799]

When can we see the Ranger Raptor?

[@carsguide]

Later this year. We hope to do something fun with it, too!

[@auststrayaman1817]

Ranger Raptor will probably really cool, but I've heard that it only will have a 2.0 litre ttdiesel

[@TheIdeasGuy]

Max Pedler I love turbo diesels but anything less than 3 Litres is a grandma car in my opinion.

[@sams1550]

Contract92 The 2L bi turbo in the Raptor puts out more Kw/Nm than the current 3.2L 😂

[@Aussie_Damo]

Hung_ Solo_92 due to the fox shocks it can only tow 2500kg though.

[@ci275]

Yeah, Ranger the Best...🖖😉 I've just got one, 2 months ago, 2.0 diesel/biturbo/wildtrak...😉 It's fit my needs and it's super...🖖 Cheers !...🍻

[@Honorable_Zee]

Ranger🔥🔥

[@Abdullahidahire]

Vw amarok should have been included in the comparison

[@jpviero]

Literally every motoring journalist: "Ford Ranger is better than Toyota Hilux" Toyota fanboys: *TRIGGERED*

[@roodlyemmanuel4320]

Toyota land cruiser 79 is the king

[@trezythirdy3527]

Gary97204 its just toyotas reputation that's why they say that.

[@jimdoortodoor275]

Yeh unfortunately, but it might have been different if the Hi-Lux was still made in Japan, but I spose the ranger is made in Thailnd too.

[@kiyoshim9593]

90% parts are not made in thailand

[@kiyoshim9593]

I've had Isuzus for over 20 years without a single Failure, all of them high mileage. They are just like Toyotas, that's why they have fans. Ford Rangers were Rebadged Mazdas for all time.

[@MrCrazyspider]

When we go for ford ranger one thing we can't guarantee is the performance of the engine over a period of years . Let's say there can be engine complaints for ford ranger and statistically Toyota Hilux don't have that much complain .

[@GTRGTX999]

Dear Australians, is Ute short for utility? and why don't you call it a pickup?

[@tbduggan85]

Yes, Ute is short for utility. The term ute refers to both ‘dual-cab utes’ like these and ‘utes’ which are sedans / regular cars with the back turned into a tray, so a 2 seater passenger car with a tray that is not raised up and not four wheel drive. We don’t call them pickups because we aren’t American. Apologies that you waited three years for an answer, but we Australians have been busy fighting for survival agains crocs, tassie devils and drop bears.