Here's Why the 2020 Ford Ranger Needs Your Attention on Everyman Driver

[@i_grok_u2902]

I bought an XLT 4x4 a month ago= the more I drive it, the more I love it. I am old and just retired, this checked all my boxes and I love the way it rides down the road- planning to take a road trip from Idaho to Florida. Added bonus, if you are American- this is built in Michigan... putting fellow citizens to work! My last vehicle was a 2013 hyundai accent, so driving this compared to that...hahahahah, and the last truck I had was a Mazda back in the 80's.... again no comparison. It was a little spendy, no regrets, but I bet this will be my last vehicle purchase.... in this lifetime.

[@jamesrogers47]

I bought a 2020 Ranger XLT (my third Ranger,) which I also expect to be my last vehicle. As you say, it was pricey compared to my first two Rangers, but then it is larger and has more high tech doodads. I had the fabric upholstery replaced with leather for an extra $900, which was worth it for me because I hate fabric seats. The more I drive it, the more I find to like about it.

[@nrcg2317]

Enjoy!!

[@budzmanson2747]

That good.i had a 97 ranger best truck I've ever had I'm curious with these looks awesomem

[@commonsense6297]

Godspeed sir!

[@M4Unknown007]

I hope your doing well brother and I also hope the ranger is still treating you well. Be well brother

[@goodlife1500]

Dave I gotta say you are one of the most polished reviewer, perfect diction. I look forward to your reviews every time. 👍🏿

[@dantejamelle]

And I definitely have to agree. Very well put together.

[@misohoney2]

If I test drove as many cars as Dave has, I'd have calves like that too! 🤣

[@exia989]

Picked up my '19 Lariat FX4 about a month ago. I totally agree with many of the cons about this vehicle, but i can easily overlook it for the best drivetrain in the class. This engine and transmission never feel like its lacking power, and really figures out which gear is needed very quickly. I'm personally not concerned about the reliability on these ecoboost motors, i had a 13 Focus ST that i put over 100k on and never had a single engine issue and i ran that thing hard. Looking forward to many years enjoying the turbo engine in this truck.

[@drn13355]

Hey I went and drove a ranger lariat today. I am still debating it. I had a tacoma, but I am 6'3 and I could never get comfortable. How do you like yours? It felt super comfortable and I really liked it . The seats felt great which is huge for me. How is the BO sound? The power felt great from the engine.

[@exia989]

@@drn13355 I'm 6'-1", 250 lbs (athletic build), and i love my ranger. It took me a bit to get comfy in the seats, but once i did i found i was actually able to sit behind myself which is a huge plus for me (supercrew). BO sound is solid enough that i don't think i'd ever spend the time and money to upgrade it. The power from the engine never gets old, it still surprises me with how quick it is. I've taken mine on some longer trips, and its perfect. Minimal interior noise, the adaptive cruise is amazing, and the fuel economy has been solid, averaging damn near 24 mpg on the highway (calculated by hand). As a larger guy, I think you'd be extremely happy with the Ranger. I know I am.

[@drn13355]

@@exia989 Hey thanks man. Yeah I weigh like 205 so I am lean, but my problem with my taco was the damn seats. I literally honestly got claustrophobic in it. So just driving the ranger today I felt great in it. Power was awesome really it seemed like good vehicle for me. Thanks for the update.

[@matthewshaud1741]

I have this exact same truck color and trim package. Almost 7k miles and I couldn't be happier.

[@AlwaysWatchin0.0]

I'm considering getting the exact same model. Help me out here. If you had to choose this or a mustang gt, which would you go with? Maybe that's exactly what you did?

[@matthewshaud1741]

A mustang GT (own a 2012 myself) is not a winter vehicle. If you live where it doesn't snow would help you to make a decision.

[@chinoytheman]

How's your MPG?

[@matthewshaud1741]

Chinoytheman I am averaging 20 mpg around town and about 24 all highway driving.

[@davidhochman4524]

Why don't you actually review it vs. the other trucks in the category? The most important question to a would-be-buyer is whether this is a better buy than the Chevy Colorado or Toyota Tacoma.

[@charlesbawden5924]

These have been selling like hot cakes in Australia since 2011. Australia has assisted with testing and design the whole way through. Awesome utes or “pick ups” if you’re in the US. The 3.2 diesel is very reliable. Very capable off road. Heaps of aftermarket mods too. Just a great 4wd option that can carry the family as well. Love from Australia 🇦🇺

[@user-fz3sz2dj4r]

Man your calves are JACKED Dave

[@BigDuneRacing]

Are those aftermarket calves?

[@firefly-vc5ew]

My 2020 XLTs cons are wallowing over speed bumps and the tinny sounds when closing doors.

[@Ghosthound_X]

Good review good overview. Truck looks beautiful I want one.

[@bensolo6593]

Love the video. Thanks!

[@navs5314]

How much did you guys pay for a 2020 Ford Ranger xlt crew cab 4x4 or think the reasonable price should be? My local dealership asked for $38800 out the door. I offered $34k out the door.. we couldn’t come to an agreement.

[@alex-mq8rm]

goof offer you gave.. i would of walked out too if they didint take it.

[@outdoorsnevada4138]

See plenty around now at 35k

[@wizeguiz]

Just bought a 2020 Super Cab Lariat FX4 with the Blackout Package and I love it. My only complaint is the copious amount black plastic on the inside.

[@HDA_III]

Buy a luxury brand. Most of the big three pickups have plastic.

[@futbol1972]

How is the mpg in the city and how are the back seats as far as comfort?

[@jafarrehman6136]

Will it come in 4 cylinder diesel

[@dhask2601]

Dave, what is the best midsize truck to buy for 2020. Looking forward to your feedback. Thanks. Darryl

[@paulpeters5199]

I'm more than happy with my new ranger super cab XLT fx4 package and chrome package fits my needs perfect and I'm getting 25.5 to 25.9 for fuel mileage no other one in it's class is getting that

[@bm3turbo10]

Will be losing those mpg's saving in the resale value

[@michaelhorner4011]

@@bm3turbo10 Ford Rangers from 2000 - 2012 with low miles , have held their value well for an American brand. If this newer generation has a decent track record of being reliable , maybe the resale wont be so bad!

[@jconroy102]

@@michaelhorner4011 exactly to soon to tell a lot of Tacoma fan boys in here

[@Elsanta666]

FRONT WHEEL DRIVE HAHAHAAHAH

[@GrantFoxOfficial]

I don't k ow much about trucks, why is FWD bad?

[@sulex90]

@@GrantFoxOfficial FWD is bad on any vehicle because of torque steering but mainly this is funny because trucks don't come with FWD, only RWD with a 2x4 or 4x4 setting.

[@BetaRacer24]

Its not FWD....

[@HDA_III]

Lol are you on crack?

[@charliewilson3234]

When do we get the ranger raptor in the US? Great video review, thank you Sir.

[@BetaRacer24]

Tremor package all ya get

[@poppyneese1811]

I’d never buy another small pickup after owning for 3 years a 2017 F150 STX with the stout Lil 2.7 Ecoboost engine, but if the Ranger served my needs that’s what I’d get. I’ll admit parking the F150 can be challenging at times, but comfort economy and power the lil engines are hard to beat. I like this lil Ford from every angle, but the rear, looks like they had 3 designers and Fred who wasn’t very good got to design the rear. All Fred had was a ruler and no imagination, but Fred’s last name started with a F and they had to use his design.

[@dohc1067]

I purchased the 2020 Ranger xl 2wd. Most of the Rangers I see are 4wd with the Fx4 package. Pros: power, fuel economy, and room. I average around 25 mpg, but have seen as high as 30 mpg on the highway. Cons: choppy suspension and a transmission that can be clunky at times. I think 🤔 some of that is due to the stock Bridgestone Duellers. Small glitches like a backup camera that went offline and came back, 9/9 gears appeared on the screen instead of 9/10 which reset itself, and recently the collision 💥 alert ⚠️ popped on despite being at a reasonable distance. Beyond those one time glitches, it has been reliable.

[@brianaustin1328]

Why no sunroof? Has Ford ever released a statement as to why there is no sunroof option?

[@jconroy102]

It’s a truck not a luxury car

[@brianaustin1328]

@@jconroy102 have you looked at the prices of these trucks? No excuse.

[@MBr397]

@@jconroy102 have you seen trucks now? They are luxury vehicles, and every full size has a sun roof.

[@brad4527]

I will have one put in when I buy one by my goto car and truck shop

[@brianaustin1328]

@@brad4527 do you know the type or brand of sunroof you will get installed?

[@brad4527]

I'm going to use a whole sale club to purchase mine Costco sales food in bulk and works with car dealerships , has anyone done this and received a better deal ?? Thank you.

[@aycarambas]

Do they offer a manual transmission, 2 door options like the 3rd gen?

[@jorgecuervo24]

Hell no

[@aycarambas]

@@jorgecuervo24 lol okay

[@jamesrogers47]

I wouldn't mind a four speed standard, but manual transmissions are as out of fashion as leisure suits and platform shoes.

[@matthewcaughey8898]

You gotta special order a Toyota Tacoma to get that

[@rachelels]

so its not all wheel drive or four wheel drive?

[@MBr397]

Yes its 4 wheel drive, not front wheel drive.

[@larrybaker9924]

Bring back the sport trac.

[@stadce]

Why? That thing was like the poor man's Honda Ridgeline...

[@anthonycurtiskeller]

I hate the lariat dash, the XLT dual gauge pods with a center screen is so much better.

[@tylermorstad1443]

Front wheel drive available!?!?!

[@j2time220]

No but the maverick does

[@romeopapa5482]

I wanna buy your calves bruh!!

[@slommer5063]

Available in "Rear Wheel Drive and "FRONT" Wheel Drive" eh? You sure about that? What about 4 Wheel drive?

[@chadindivero7751]

I have a 2019 Ranger and I don't recommend it... My oil keeps smelling like gas and gets super thin!

[@brad4527]

did you change the oil recommendations from the guys advice and if so has it improved ? I'm looking to buy soon

[@chadindivero7751]

I changed my oil at 5k after buying it and changed it again at 10k. I took off the oil catch can. I'll check it again soon.

[@matthewcaughey8898]

@fatkatrabbit Turbo engines are very particular with oil. Wanna know what oil going through a turbo looks like? Try coffee with a lot of creamer in it. A turbo spins at 10k plus rpm and more under load and the oil is how it stays cool along with a water jacket. Follow the recommendations of the manual and definitely use high quality synthetic oil it takes the heating better and holds up under the abuse a turbo gives. For example the turbo spins at up to 40 to 50k RPM and gets hotter then the devils breath. That’s not a good place for cheap oil

[@octaviusmaximus328]

The Ford Ranger in Latin America comes with the 5 cylinder 3.2 Liter PUMA DIESEL Engine

[@javadabaron81]

How did this guy get such monster calves?

[@crazycomments8038]

Most likely bicycling..

[@yommieorex5434]

Love this video

[@dannylewandowski2822]

Great truck, great power. I love the styling. I loved this truck to the moon until it started to have issues… first for the ac was making weird clunking sounds from behind the dash when turning the HVAC on/off. Sounded like a blend door catching… That fixed on its own. 17k miles on it and the drivers side floor board is soaked with 1” of water after a few days of heavy rain. The car smells like a 20year old vehicle. I get all cars have issues, but a water leak is a very big concern for any new car and it makes me question build quality of fords now. I’ve owned a Ford F-150 since 1998 and it also had water leaks. How many? Idk. But it was like a water ride at a theme park when going sharp around a turn 😂😂 Ranger: all that above and the well known drive shaft thumping noise from the slip yoke… my sister drove it and was like “what was that noise?”. happens when taking off from start usually. DEALER DIDNT CARE. I’m unsure of whether I should trade it in. I understand Just like any car on the road, they are hit or miss when it comes to problems. Sorry to be a bummer everyone. Just sharing my own experience with a new 2020 XLT sport 4x4.

[@partnerplayer]

Sounds like you have a lemon. You possibly have the blend door issue. "Some 2019-2020 Ranger vehicles built on or before 30-Jul-2020 may experience poor and/or no temperature change when the temperature is adjusted in the climate control system. There may also be a clicking/snapping noise from behind the instrument panel. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1082 and/or B1081 may also be retrieved from the front controls interface module (FCIM). This may be due to an issue with the blend door and its controls. To avoid repeat repairs, it is recommended to replace the climate control housing assembly (service base part# 18478). Refer to Workshop Manual, Section 412-00." Check out your issues on the forum, ranger5g. You can get lots of help there.

[@4thforcon426]

I'm not feeling the whole EcoBoost thing yet. I would rather see the 3.3 naturally aspirated as an option. Anyone out there had any issues with the engine?

[@ScarletKnightmare]

My research shows it's pretty solid and reliable. Owners seem to love them.

[@matthewcaughey8898]

Smaller turbo engines are the way of the future resources are forcing the movec

[@bobbyhoward8568]

I really dont like that 2020 Ford Ranger Lariat has no wireless cell phone charger and Ford doesn't make a wireless cell phone charger for it

[@williamwhite9767]

You said front wheel drive is available?????????

[@FordGuy]

Don’t think no changes from 2019-2020 is a con

[@alextran8188]

There is. Sync 3 and dual zone climate is standard on all xlt models. Just not a "major change"

[@HolyThunder460]

What I hate is the engine is too small , it has the dreaded 10 speed transmission, and the EcoBoost turbo will burn up at about 80,000 miles.

[@crazycomments8038]

Show me a link or better explain how you came up with the comment!

[@matthewcaughey8898]

If you take proper care of it like changing the oil on time and using good quality motor oils and not neglecting MTC then there’s no reason it shouldn’t last as along as anything else

[@SA-hk8xj]

Well…being 2022 now, I know many 2019s with over 100,000 miles and no issues yet. Think need to do your research a little better 😉

[@JhonnyW-n8g]

@@SA-hk8xjjust because some people don’t do their maintenance doesn’t mean the truck it won’t last 😂 brooooo please just take care of it and it will last long time just like the Saturn or Kia. 😅

[@julescarter6447]

0:53 What's wrong with it?

[@dapoppa2256]

Good for small people, over 6 foot tall...No go

[@adamp6666]

I’m 6’8” and just bought one because I fit. I’m too tall for the wrangler and grand Cherokee. This thing is great for me

[@dapoppa2256]

@@adamp6666 Great!! I Am 6'8" 350 and look like Sasquach...LOL I just could not get into it...I went with the F150 King Ranch 3.5 EB Love it!!

[@adamp6666]

@@dapoppa2256 king ranch is about 7 step ups! Nice truck!

[@Chiefab22]

Built Ford Tough

[@alexmoreno8537]

The truck is ok, not to impress with it, no long wheel base option either, the back end tends to jump a lot.

[@satyrangel2730]

ALSO COME WITH A BALL RUBE

[@antoniowhitaker2238]

I think i just felt in love

[@Steph_QC_71]

Rear wheel drive and front wheel drive..... hummmmmmmm better Check again 🤦🏼‍♂️🤦🏼‍♂️🤦🏼‍♂️

[@overlordisgoogle8431]

Super expensive

[@darknorth239]

Based on what? 24500 is pretty cheap for a truck these days.

[@overlordisgoogle8431]

@@darknorth239 MSRP is 40k fully loaded. Not to far off from a full size.

[@jconroy102]

@@overlordisgoogle8431 that’s starting for a full size so I would say it’s a good deal

[@rero6212]

It kinda looks like Toyota Hilux .

[@richardclark5187]

A Turbo in a Truck for Towing ??? No Thanks !!!

[@crazycomments8038]

Are you actually towing or just stating an opinion?

[@dantemccauley]

40k for a 4 banger. No thanks.

[@DropTheBunny]

im looking into getting my first truck. Currently comparing this and the Tacoma. I didnt think it would be any contest honestly, because I love Toyota. Had an 4Runner that just would not die. But looking at the new Taco's, Im not sold. You're comment stood out to me because I share that sentiment. 40k for a 4 cylinder seems ridiculous, even if that 4 cylinder out performs the 6 in the Taco

[@BurtBowers]

Biggest cons way over priced...a baby 4 cylinder motor all a pile of junk on wheels...

[@bassdojo]

Robust towing? Lowest in class. Lowest # of features. Colorado, Taco, and Canyon out perform this entry mid size truck. Extremely disappointed in Ford's design and engineering team.

[@jconroy102]

It tows 7500 that’s almost as much as a 1 tons

[@bassdojo]

@@jconroy102 Diesel? Website:. The 2020 Ford Ranger offers a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs. in its most basic form, but that capacity can reach up to an impressive 7,500 lbs. when equipped with the optional Trailer Tow Package.May 17, 2020

[@jconroy102]

@@bassdojo it’s only a 500$ option if you need to tow 7500 you can spare 500$

[@willmacluvinn2251]

Wow, Ford just copied the Toyota Tacoma. Toyota needs to sue their asses. If Toyota reads this...I will donate $25,000 for the legal fees. I have a neighbor who only rebuilds transmissions and the worst transmission to rebuild = The Ford Ranger

[@tomdavis3038]

Japanese companies wrote the book on copying.

[@weswolf73]

bs more like 18 mpg on my lariat

[@satyrangel2730]

WHAT EVER HAPPEN TO THE REAL MENS WORKING TRUCK??? THIS IS NOT A TRUCK

[@jconroy102]

Why Bc it doesn’t have a v8

[@jaharikillikoi154]

Hahae so good

[@giovannicastillo2239]

I think i just felt in love

[@everymandriver]

Congrats

[@leslielesso7573]

Hahae so good