2024 Ford Ranger Review | Great But Something’s Missing

[@jdrein9511]

How is it you can get a sunroof in the Maverick but not a Ranger?

[@davidfrania8990]

Okay, pardon me while I vent. I've been driving for 55 years without lane-keeping assist. And I'm sure it's nice to have, but if you don't know how to stay in your lane...stay home. That is not a necessity, just something more to go wrong. I also find that there are way too many people on the road today who aren't paying attention to what's going on around them. Cars are not sophisticated enough yet that you don't need to pay attention to what you are doing. Sorry, but that's an observation I've made so consider this a public service announcement. As for the Ranger, I really like the looks! It's not trying to look like anything other than what it is...a truck. And I like the mid-size aspect of it! I never miss your videos! Take care, Muzios!

[@MicahMuzio]

David, I think you've made a fair assessment regarding driver distraction. We shouldn't need technology to keep folks in their lane but, as you rightly noted, many drivers just don't pay attention. If lane keeping assist saves my family from a driver drifting into our lane, then I'm glad its available.

[@davidfrania8990]

@@MicahMuzio Sorry Micah, I didn't mean it as a dig. I'm not against technology, I'm just afraid people can sometimes get too dependent on it. The automobile isn't capable of doing everything yet, so people need to keep their driving skills intact. What really bothers me are those who are more tuned in to their smartphones than their driving. And we all see them everyday. Driving while on the phone is illegal here in Ohio and yet I see it all the time. Keep up the good work!

[@MicahMuzio]

@@davidfrania8990Zero offense taken, David. I think we’re in strong agreement. 😁

[@LafemmebearMusic]

Calm 😌 calm down. This is just a comment not a public service announcement lol you’ve said nothing revolutionary 😅

[@Slaxsvo]

Lol.

[@dextersmithbsee]

The AI generated song at the end is too funny!😂😂😂

[@wagnersj77]

Even mid level TRD Tacoma trims and other competitors have ventilated seats when the Lariat doesn’t.

[@josephharvey5742]

Most midsize pickup trucks have ventilated seats which I'm use to in my full size truck. This is a must option for me and would keep me from buying one. Also another feature that I wished they'd have is heads up display. I'm glad they don't have a moonroof, I have it on all my vehicles and rarely use them. This will be my next truck after they add the features I mentioned.

[@DesmoLocke]

Have to agree. Ventilated seats and a heads-up display should be options on the Lariat trim.

[@edhcb9359]

“Something is missing”. Is it quality? Or is it a reasonable price? 😂

[@derekgaliee4351]

Toyota Sequoia Engine Transmission problems and Tundra & Tacoma Engine & front diff recalls

[@edhcb9359]

@@derekgaliee4351 Oh OK. So two wrongs make a right? 🙄

[@chikidd24]

@edhcb9359No but be fair about it dont constantly talk about ford like there the only one with quality issues smh ​

[@edhcb9359]

@@chikidd24 Hmmmm. Sounds like somebody has their personal sense of self worth tied up in their Ford. And no, I don’t think Ford is the only one having problems. But they are the only one that I’ve personally had about ten examples of(F-150s, Taurus, Fusion, Escapes) to drive for many years because of the company that I work for and I know without a doubt that I wouldn’t want to own one.

[@cwqrpportable]

@@edhcb9359Why don’t you go back downstairs in Mom’s basement. Instead of playing video games, look for a job. Don’t bother replying until you can afford your own vehicle and insurance.

[@paultruesdale7680]

That shot of Evie leaving with haste cracked me up, since driving that Kia, something has changed in Evie! Definitely the most entertaining vehicle reviews from a family point of view. 👍

[@jeffkondra8246]

The best part about the ranger is it is American made in the Wayne, Michigan ford plant.

[@jdrein9511]

Briefly considered one of these. Checked one out at the dealer. Build quality was questionable. There was a bundle of wires on the floor protruding out from under the front driver's seat.

[@TodoNFamilia]

I like Colorado Trail Boss the only mistake is no have the option to add hate seats or fog lights. The customers need to tell Chevrolet fix these issue for 2025 models !!! 😤

[@algarinthompson8749]

I too am looking t the Colorado, the 2025 is getting heated seats and steering wheel.

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Excellent review guys!!!! 🎵 I know that truck, I ain’t no stranger, I know that truck, that’s a Ford f**kin Ranger 🎵

[@richman555]

I have a v6 XLT on order and it doesn't have the e-shifter. Many people don't like the 'lower' vertical screens, however the day is coming for regulations on automotive screens and distractions.

[@dforrest4503]

The smart key access definitely isn’t important to me, but I do like lane keeping assist. Didn’t think I would , but other than in heavy rain I appreciate it.

[@tonyc7435]

Handsome truck. Wish the keyless start came on the XLT, every other mid size has keyless start on all trims

[@slighwentwalking2024]

I like the landscape of your driving scenes. In Florida we do not have beautiful mountains.. but if you want 2 foot deep mud puddles 🤔 Capable off road to me means a winch and big tires. And any camping tent needs to keep out bugs... flying and crawling..some that do both🤣

[@brucewolfe4635]

I like the style. Your test vehicle was equipped perfectly in my opinion… the best paint color, the best color, leather seats, the lariat option packages with the FX package and the side step. But…The only truck I would want more, is a Ranger **RAPTOR**! So I bought one! 😅

[@haze1123]

The Chevy, GMC, and Toyota midsize option all look better, IMO. But I seriously don't like the Ford gauge cluster with the GIANT RPM and MPH digits. 10:57 Should all digital gauge clusters come with multiple display options?

[@jaysully7516]

Looks like a great mid size pickup, great review Micah. If I didn't need the room or towing capacity of my F-150 I wouldn't mind having one of these. Makes parking it easier I'm sure lol. I live in Denver and there has been a couple of times where I had an extremely hard time parking my truck.

[@stephenjn59]

For some reason, and maybe it is just me, but I am waiting for the model with a split rear bench.

[@Zanderthelab]

I agree I love the smart key and I’d much rather get the top trim just to get that.

[@Adephx]

02:09 - Pickup owners in a nutshell: "Buys a car with a bed, decides to collapse the seats in order to transport a TV on a flat surface". xD

[@Billn1971]

Missing the 5.0 V8 from the Mustang GT. You're welcome....

[@damianrico2433]

Hello Muzio Family, awesome video and thank you!

[@lego4virgo]

Muzios - your Lariat should have come with--or maybe it's an option--the Ford Copilot 360, which comes with a lane-keeping assist feature (my 2020 Ford Escape AWD S has this). It detects when you're drifting out of lane, and does a 'yank' of the wheel to pull you back in, so to speak.

[@David-yb6tl]

Great review! Can you add where the battery location is in the vehicle to the Brian Test? I think this will be helpful to know in case you ever need to jump a vehicle.

[@PatsAndPans]

"We bought a TV at Best Buy scenario and we need somewhere flat to place it" while driving a pickup truck is wild. 😂

[@paultruesdale7680]

It matters if it’s raining and there’s no top

[@rustbeltrobclassic2512]

@@paultruesdale7680It wouldn't fit anyway, the seat flip would make it too tall, unless you are going 32in.. 😂

[@DJBiv788]

2:01 Where’s the iguana?!

[@mikegrantham7440]

Try getting a Tacoma or a Colorado for less with some of the features the Ranger has. For a comparably equipped Tacoma it is several thousand more. The Colorado doesn't have trailer backup assist, offers only a black interior, and the front passenger seat only has manual 4 way adjust regardless of trim level level while the Ranger offers both a manual or power 8-way adjustable front passenger seat. You also have to go with convenience packge 3 on the Colorado with leather seats to get a fold-down center arm rest in the back seat. The option packages for the Colorado are also needlessly complex and the price runs up quickly the more options you get. I say this because I did a thorough comparison between the Ranger and the Colorado. There are mostly minor trade-offs in options between them. I ended up getting the Ranger because the price was only slightly more than the Colorado, but offered more options that I wanted. As for the keypad on the door, I thought why bother when you get Ford Pass that let's you unlock it with your phone.

[@michaelbury1941]

A 50k plus truck in CAN and it comes with an old key on the XLT. Because of that, they will not see one dime from me. And no one else should tolerate that.

[@richardcheese9429]

Because you have to turn a key? Really?

[@michaelkeesey]

Hate the vertical screen. You’re always looking down instead of up and the screen is way too busy. Minimalism or better organization of the infotainment screen is best. For that Chevy really hit a home run with the Colorado. The portrait screen is unnatural and belongs in a Tesla.

[@ALMX5DP]

What do you mean by unnatural and belongs in a Tesla? I get the ergonomic argument somewhat, though all our smart phones are used mostly in a portrait orientation so seems like that is natural aside from the point about looking down when in this context.

[@williamclarke2020]

Hey, Lady! I thought this was a family channel?😆😆😆

[@ehdyn]

50k for a Ranger lol.. they used to sell these for 13k new off the lot before it went away and came back. Ridiculous for a small truck..

[@matthewprather7386]

No longer a small truck..

[@johnwilliamson-c2z]

Yo! Did ya drive through that stop sign at 00:46 while adjusting the left vent?

[@MicahMuzio]

Well observed but, thankfully, no. That was just an edit point. I did indeed stop for that sign. :)

[@PavelIsp]

Great review. Thank you :) Keep it up :)

[@MicahMuzio]

I appreciate your encouragement. Cheers!!

[@premiercconstruction]

Bro 😎 the complaint with blinker verse vent function pressure is over the top!!! 😅

[@MicahMuzio]

100% true. I went back and forth on whether to include it because it's such an esoteric observation. That said, at some point in the future we'll review a car with a consistent switchgear feel. When that happens, the Ranger will be my point of comparison. :)

[@FlowStateNewOrleans]

Your AI synopsis song sounds like a "roots rocker" trying to rip off The Modern Lovers. :)

[@mrjuice1669]

This can't beat the nissan frontier...it would need to be 10k cheaper at its best model to out sell

[@MOLOKAIKOA11]

The airvent friction and turn signal don't match up. Wtf 😂

[@ecovango6675]

Yes, I could not agree more. You should not have to buy a lariat model to get keyless ignition or smart key entry. I had a XLT Ford maverick hybrid and it had a physical key to start it. Ford hello if someone is going to spend a minimum of $34,000 they do not want to stick the key in the ignition. And I’m sure that the XLT Ford ranger is well over $40,000 for a XLT 4 Wheel Dr. No one wants a key . No I do not own a Ford maverick anymore because I got tired of getting a recall notice in the mail. Every other month I had seven recalls in the short eight months that I had this vehicle was terrified to take it on a trip because it may turn into a brick. #FordBuildingSomeQualityIntoYourProduct.

[@davids1816]

A top of the line Maverick is in the 36k range. Unless you tow, this is minimally more capable. An EcoBoost F150 is not hugely more expensive and should have some incentives and is way more capable with a 1 mpg penalty. It also has a gigantic back seat instead of a penalty box like mid-sized trucks. Mid sized trucks are lousy value and honestly fitting in a garage is their sole advantage.

[@ALMX5DP]

I think they understand that the market is big enough that filling ever niche is still advantageous.

[@kyrosmike]

6' bed and not an insane price, dealer you can get F150 for cheaper atm, ranger make you pay msrp

[@JeffKing310]

My favourite car reviewing family.

[@JoshuaDuffyPhoto]

WHERE DID EVIE GET HER PHONE BACKGROUND? Peas and carrots.

[@boost331]

Rear vents are under the front seats. Juat like they have been for decades.

[@0HOON0]

And the A/C in the Ranger is really powerful.

[@mertersun]

Which you can't control and almost no effect to upper body at first place. This is why, having a rear vents do matter, nowadays, if not decades ago.

[@boost331]

@@mertersun you can control them in most cars including this one with how much flow you direct to the floor. And I cant say I have ever had a situation that it mattered where the air moved from. Do you sit on top of the air vents in your home? When at a restaurant do you request a table under the vent to ensure you have adequate airflow across your upper body? Set the temp to your desired setting and the whole cabin will maintain that temp. 70 degrees is 70 degrees whether it blows on you or not. I know people get a hard on for stuff like this for some reason, and everyone is welcome to their opinion, but IMO it doesnt make a bit of difference. My family buys at least 1 new vehicle per year and usually has 5-6 at any given time. Some with rear vents and some without. Not once has anyone ever noticed or cared if they were located on the back of the armrest or under the seat.

[@mertersun]

@@boost331 Totally wrong, you can't turn it off for rear seats for example. Or, yhou can't control which direction you want air to flow. Floor vents, only heats up feet, barely helps upper body. This is usually managed by front vents. Most perhaps, you don't have a kid, or didn't ever have the advantage of a rear vent with kids, but you being not need of rear vents, don't mean they are important for some people. (e.g. some people, let alone rear vents, strictly ask for ceiling vents, as it's the most efficient way of adjusting temperature at the back seats) And, for your information, setting temperature 70 degrees, doesn't mean it is 70 degrees at the back, because a/c system only senses the temperature around the control unit. Again, rear vents. definitely make difference for some, especially if you have extreme hot or cold conditions, where front and rear temperatures significantly differ.

[@boost331]

​@@mertersunI think u are being a bit of a diva about it really, but whatever works. After 30 years of driving hundreds of cars in Chicago climate (-30 to 125) with my own kids and grand kids it have never once been brought up. It CAN be controlled through the floor vent settings in hvac and fine tuned using fan speed and the diverters on the front vents if you are really that anal about it. If the location of the rear vents is something you even pay attention to, I would hate to see how nit picky you would be with everything else in life. One of those looking for an argument or just have to have something to complain about kind of people.

[@carlson2012abqb]

The XL is the best value.

[@daveroush4896]

I love the new #FordRanger Thank you #Muziofamily

[@DavidJones-ds1hy]

Functional: Code for the interior is butt ugly but hey! The seats are comfortable 😂😂😂

[@rustbeltrobclassic2512]

Reasons i'd avoid it.. 50k and no sunroof.. And that 10 speed transmission.. Which i had in a few f150's and god, that might be the worst transmission ford has ever made. And that takes talent, as anyone who drove a 90's taurus could concur.. 😂

[@reserva120]

So Very expensive for Ford “ low every day for decades quality “..Not some one off manufacturer mistake.,

[@flsal27]

So in summary, the truck is good, but you might want to consider getting a Tacoma for more features at a lower cost, unless you are able to negotiate a significant discount on the Ford. But still, Toyota has a better resale value and reliability.

[@lego4virgo]

You won't be getting a 2024 Toyota Tacoma for a lower cost than a Ranger--not on this planet.

[@rustlesee]

Reliability is subjective, the new Ranger is just that.. new. Same for the same Tacoma. So, reliability should be known over the next few years.

[@Marrs47]

@@rustleseethe ranger is using preexisting engines. The Tacoma’s been having issues with the new 4 turbo.

[@Marrs47]

I agree about the resale value. I made $12k when I sold my 2019 4Runner. My dealerships have a fully loaded Lariat for $48k and a base Tacoma for $56k. I love Toyotas but their prices have gone wild as of late

[@damilolaakanni]

Resale values are so strong with Toyotas that you probably would be able to find a new Ranger for cheaper than a 2022/2023 Tacoma.

[@davidurbanic9521]

Thee big miss for me was the lack of a sunroof.

[@matthewprather7386]

5510 lbs = 2,499.294 kg = 2500 kg..

[@lucasl.5084]

the raptor now makes 455 hp

[@hawkstringfellow]

A hybrid the ranger is a boring truck design 😂😂😂😂 whats missing is hybrid an affordable price tag and better design period

[@weirdshibainu]

No sunroof? WTF Ford

[@lego4virgo]

Eh, give it a year or so, if it does decent, maybe they'll put one in.

[@kyrosmike]

Sunroof? I've never understood desire for them, or that is the Phoenix mentally of me, I want less sun in the car when its 120 outside.

[@spyder000069]

@@kyrosmike Full moon night and country cruise with your lady.

[@kyrosmike]

@@spyder000069 rather stop lay in bed of truck if that is the scenario

[@spyder000069]

@@kyrosmike Done that. But you prob not doing it two nights in a row. Sunroof you use a lot more often. The double panel in my f250 is awesome but it does get warm so I can see if I was in a hot weather state I might have skipped it. Also while its been water tight I dread the day it isnt.

[@dcwaku]

Missing a sunroof 😞

[@saadayahgbolo60]

Family isn't about blood, It's about love. ❤

[@0HOON0]

No. Family is about passing on your genes to the next generation.

[@bradyb9929]

Yeah just go with the Tacoma