New Ford Ranger V6 2.7 Is Here: Review Inside And Out

[@craigslist5213]

I am amazed that a 45 thousand dollar truck lacks both a bedliner and power seats.

[@piggy310]

Inflation.

[@PassivePortfolios]

@@piggy310 Yeah....inflated prices.

[@piggy310]

@@PassivePortfolios you must not pay taxes..

[@PassivePortfolios]

@@piggy310 only poor people and middle class pay taxes.

[@F40-c4i]

This is why 2010 rangers with 200k are $6k. Ford can kick rocks.

[@ChristopherMonti]

Rubber belt driven oil pump (which requires remove the front of the engine to even service it when it becomes necessary) and a plastic oil pan on the 2.7’s. No thank you.

[@musclesmouse]

This is whyi have not touched Ford. I didn't want to do the research to find this information out

[@jeremy.brooks]

Plastic oil pan on the 2.3 too but easily upgraded.

[@Fernando-t8g]

I recently got my 24 ranger with the 2.3. Plenty for my lifestyle. Great features for an xlt and modern great looking interior. Will keep for at least 20 years.

[@michelle_pw]

Same here.

[@Jason-Samko]

The 2.3 is a rock solid proven motors with plenty of power

[@bobbader4789]

Not a turbo?

[@michaeljohnson4947]

The 2.3 is a turbo charged open deck engine. You'll be replacing head gaskets several times, before your 20 years is up.

[@Fernando-t8g]

​@michaeljohnson4947 I'll try to take care of it as much as I can and do frequent maintenance like oil etc. Some things are bound to happen though.

[@Mark-lq3sb]

Statesboro Blues live. Love that jam, Duane really smokes on slide! On a personal side note, good review, but... No 2-door supercab. No naturally aspirated 6-cly. No 6-speed manual transmission... No thank you.

[@CharlesWilson-zs3vd]

If you are planning on keeping a truck, I don't think I would get a turbo engine.

[@billredding2000]

Yes, I thought so as well, so my mid-size truck has a N-A gas V6 engine. -- BR

[@brandonedwards9812]

​@@billredding2000turbos can go many miles, but not as long as my buddies 64 dodge dart that had over 500k miles 25 some years ago.. just a new timing chain every 100k and routine oil changes.

[@dvader3263]

Keep the truck, purchase new turbos.

[@charlienevergold3654]

It’s all in the maintenance. Change the oil regularly and let them warm up before putting some revs in the motor and let them cool off for 30 seconds or so with some idling before shutting the motor off.

[@thewireman134]

I had an 85 Chrysler Laser Turbo. 194k miles still ran great. Believe me if Chrysler could make a winner in 1985. GM and Toyota surely can now. Everyone's panties worked up in a bunch.. lol. As far as Ford. Good luck with that!

[@musclesmouse]

Yes. Naturally aspirated is always worth it.

[@floridaman7]

Sometimes i forget this truck exists. The maverick gets so much attention

[@Jason-Samko]

Both great trucks

[@dustincollins16]

There was no need for a maverick. They could have easily priced the lower trim rangers into the maverick price ranges. Seems like they are wasting money on the maverick

[@Jay-ns5ub]

​@@dustincollins16 Ranger doesnt get 40mpg. Gas is expensive here in commiefornia.

[@kennethvance8896]

​@@dustincollins16 imagine manual trannys and key fobs in the maverick. They would sell like hotcakes.

[@piggy310]

Is this the 2.7 EcoBoost if so that's one of Ford's best engines

[@slomango7927]

Definitely

[@Jason-Samko]

Love the 2.7

[@shannoncasper8670]

Nice truck. One thing you do quite often that I really like is that you com0liment good dealers. There may be crappy stuff going on at corporate levels of some companies, but some dealerships are still decent trying to make the best of a messy situation. Love the videos.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@shannoncasper8670 thanks

[@davidanderson8469]

A dear friend had a VW/Subaru dealership before he passed. It was an honest shop and he took good care of his employees and customers. After he passed Auto Nation outbid any prospective buyers and it went to hell.

[@johnstapler5956]

That truck deserves a nice six speed...

[@Jason-Samko]

That would be amazing

[@jordanimatedstreaming]

I wonder how many people who daily drive around doing errands with a full size F-150 that would be just as happy or happier with this new generation Ranger. This thing is nicer than any full size truck from when I was growing up and it's also just about as big as what used to be considered a full size truck in the past.

[@Anonymous-sy2nh]

I agree 100%, but for a few thousand more you get the mid-grade F150 XLT. I am struggling to pick the Ranger for that reason.

[@Anonymous-sy2nh]

Jason, I’d love your thoughts on which is a better deal right now: 2.7 F-150 XLT with 302A mid package or the 2.7 Ranger with the high package. Probably less than $5K difference out the door.

[@Jason-Samko]

Depends on your needs. Both are great and with the deals I bet the price is almost identical. If I didn't need a midsize to get thru the swamps I'd be back in a fullsize immediately. Actually I'd go straight the HD as it's priced pretty dang close as well

[@PassivePortfolios]

The Maverick is the true grocery getter until the Toyota Stout becomes available.

[@pcoakle1]

I totally agree with you on not understanding why manufacturers now have that gap on the front of the truck bed? Can someone please explain why they are like that? I just don't get it (refer to the video around 5:32).

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree. I'm guessing lazy cost cutting. But could be wrong

[@ronhaynes1532]

Nice review, Jason. Thank you. 👍🏻

[@Jason-Samko]

Very welcome

[@bconnerly]

The new Broncos and Rangers *look* good, but after owning a couple of Fords, I have a hard time trusting their build quality. I got a '22 Tacoma on your recommendation, and I'll drive this thing into the ground while waiting for Toyota to start a new line of FJ Cruisers.

[@Jason-Samko]

@bconnerly ford has definitely been suffering from quality control since Farley. Hope they turn around soon. 3rd gen taco is a true 20 year 400k miles truck. Not many of those left today

[@KathyHarris-v5u]

And I would question the build quality of the taco since they moved down to Mexico 😢

[@boomerrangerron]

Another superb job on both the review and the video Jason! That said, you did a video recently that said FORD Rangers were scarce and still priced high! Not many deals especially on either the V6 or the Raptor. I've seen so many old RANGERS on the road lately here in CT, from pre-2011 made before the model was phased out! Still going to wait and buy one used when I find it for the right price!

[@Jason-Samko]

@@boomerrangerron yep I don't know what Ford's doing here with the ranger but they sure don't make a lot of them and they sure are not dealing well because there's not a lot of room to be dealing on

[@All-Miles-Matter]

Rear air vents in the rear, under the seat. Frontier is the same way. If they aren't up on the console then they are under the seat usually.

[@keithhunt3437]

Exactly, everyone gets their panties in a knot about no rear air vents. In a mid size truck non the less. But nobody realizes they’re right there.

[@Jason-Samko]

In the south with kids or pets it matters. And even with adults in the south. They get in the back with flip flops on and then their toes are frozen before the truck cools down.

[@All-Miles-Matter]

@@Jason-Samko you could always attach a hose and make your own vent! Jk jk jk

[@Jason-Samko]

@All-Miles-Matter 😂😂

[@championhairpuller]

Appreciate the honest review!

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks

[@marksullivan8200]

Wow I didn't know it came with the 10 speed in the ranger thats impressive

[@sinistersilverado965]

worst transmission ever

[@secretdrone]

It shocks me that I haven't really this truck on the road AT ALL. Always enjoy the in depth reviews!

[@Jason-Samko]

I honestly can count on one hand how many I have seen on the road or on dealer lots all year. Ford just won't make or send many of them here

[@westcoastplinkin6559]

Because for a few thousand more you can get an F150

[@traebishop3846]

I guarantee that truck rips with a 2.7. I remember how surprisingly quick F-150's were with a 2.7. Every time I'd road test a customers, I was always impressed.

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree

[@All-Miles-Matter]

@@traebishop3846 so TWIN TURBOS to do what a NA V6 can do? Does not seem logical in my mind! Yeah...you get more torque and all but man I wouldn't want that long term. Even the 2.7 four banger dubbed "the type writer" from GM has more torque. It's a hard pass for me.

[@traebishop3846]

I can't argue with that, and I personally, would never own either Ecoboost engine in a truck. My wife likes expeditions, so unfortunately I have to live with it with that thing, but I'm not hauling or towing exorbitant amounts with that like I am my F-150.

[@TheBandit7613]

The ranger is the highest selling vehicle in Australia. It comes with a diesel engine.

[@Jason-Samko]

Wish we could get the diesel here

[@TheBandit7613]

@Jason-Samko I'd love the diesel ranger We always get hosed out of the good diesels

[@youtubetrollking1880]

Diesel is like the metric system. It's superior, but americans just won't adopt it.

[@TheBandit7613]

@youtubetrollking1880 I have a diesel F-350 pickup.

[@rickyarmstrong9267]

I would like it better with out the big infotainment system i can look at TV when I get home

[@ismaelramos8687]

Imagine a Tremor version of it.... The FX off-road package with front and rear wheel locker and the 2.7 V6 engine.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@ismaelramos8687 would be amazing

[@marksullivan8200]

Ford has always done a great job with the ranger a friend of mine has a well kept 94 ranger that he drives the wheels off of but he properly maintains it he could drive what he wants as he's a master electrician & is smart with his money but he loves that thing & it just works great & runs great

[@Jason-Samko]

@@marksullivan8200 agree

[@HectorAcosta-s2k]

Another great truck I looked at but again deal breaker was no rear a/c very needed down here in Florida

[@Jason-Samko]

@@HectorAcosta-s2k rear ac vents sure are great here in the south

[@Bbbbbbbbbbxxxx]

2.7 ? Yeah, I ll stick with my naturally aspirated V-6 3.8 liter 310 hp Nissan Frontier. Turbos are an EPA scam.

[@PassivePortfolios]

The Frontier is an awesome truck.

[@georgegould667]

Is this 2.7 V6 the same as in the F150 ?

[@Jason-Samko]

Yes

[@donburton5323]

Picked mine up today.With the 301A package.Power folding mirrors power seats tow package 2.7 V6 and a Locker.Sticker was around 46800 can not believe that one is about the same sticker price and lacking so much.

[@Jason-Samko]

Congratulations on your awesome new truck

[@GerryHavican]

Any word on why all of the manufacturers have mostly white, silver, gray? Is there a paint shortage of the other colors because I don't see very much of the other colors. 😊

[@gordmonteath6090]

Agree I joke with the wife while driving all time about colors...6 white in row oh 2 black 4 grey ,white,white,grey

[@johnp.2276]

Do you guys think the honda ridgeline might be better for mid trucks and it has a v6 no turbo

[@Jason-Samko]

Ridgeline is fantastic

[@johnp.2276]

But I saw they have engine issues and high oil consumption, paint that fades in short time and outdated infotainment system on 2025 year. Do you think ridgeline is better then 2024 ranger lariat with 2.7 v6?

[@georgegould667]

Does this truck have remote start on the key fob ?

[@Jason-Samko]

great question I don not know the answer too. And I should of looked at it to see and mentioned in the video. But I did not.

[@thelastcast619]

So people are ok with a turbo on a 6 cylinder but not a 4. Got it 😂

[@bobbader4789]

.

[@brianmola711]

Turbo 4s don’t belong in a midsize pickup. That’s for small crossovers and sedans

[@nasosnasos8054]

Love

[@aknadiri2520]

That bed looks like rust magnet lol. So many open holes, and yea that piece missing is super fked up

[@Jason-Samko]

Dont understand why manufacturers don't put the cover peice on the front of the bed rails

[@notme3184]

Always talk to techs when I go to the ford dealer. I always ask what the best current ford engine is. 90 percent of the time they say the 2.7 eco boost.

[@Scarmo21]

5.0

[@notme3184]

@ Never had a tech say the 5.0. Most others say the 6.7 power stroke

[@shaneallen4042]

Shame we don't get that engine in Aussie.

[@J-dog44]

I bought my 2020 RAM Laramie 4x4 with a V8 new and it was less than this truck. Wow, $45k for a midsize truck, a v6, and no power seats? That's crazy.

[@sinistersilverado965]

I'm just going to LS swap my old Ranger

[@LancelotLink1]

You can add 10 grand of markups at my local deal.

[@BrianWaller-qe7gr]

With demand is as low as it is there’s no reason whatsoever for markups. Simply dealer greed

[@richardrozak7297]

I was really looking at the Ranger in early summer but FORD really screwed up on the no AWD auto (except Raptor) and the useless one piece back seat.

[@leesenne1719]

I wounder about all the problems with 2.7 recalls.

[@Jason-Samko]

Ford sure needs to get it's house in order

[@PassivePortfolios]

Ford should have offered it with a non-turbo 3.0 inline 6 cylinder.

[@SkitterB.Unibrow]

Waiting for the BEV version..... will definitely buy one. Want 100kw battery and 3 motor 800hp. Screw the lightning.

[@Jason-Samko]

Coming next year I believe

[@smittysmitty481]

Nice truck!

[@pleaseadoptus]

No BS the standard storage under seats in trucks should be able to fit an AR-15. I mean srsly I know people want that

[@ChanChan094]

Should I trade in my 23 frontier Pro4x for this? 🤔

[@jbandy3830]

No way man

[@rossdanielart]

What do you think of the ranger raptor 3L twin turbo v6?

[@Jason-Samko]

Amazing truck probably one of the best trucks made today for fun Factor off-road can't say one bad thing about the Raptor Ranger except for the fact that Ford doesn't make enough of them and dealers are too greedy with them

[@rossdanielart]

@@Jason-Samko Agree, I got one. don't think I will want anything more or less in a vehicle ever again.

[@jenlvjim]

Is this the same motor as the raptor?

[@Jason-Samko]

No the Raptor has the 3 liter this Ranger has the 2.7 it's out of the F-150

[@SIL-GMER]

What is wrong with a naturally aspirated v6??? Just give me a reliable truck that drives like a truck. I'm not drag racing in my pickup.

[@Jason-Samko]

@SIL-GMER still a couple of those made today

[@marklagace5728]

Yes, there is lots of room in the back seat . Lots of horsepower awesome.

[@Jason-Samko]

Ford did a great job with the ranger

[@charlienevergold3654]

I don’t understand why a new car or truck has a physical key?!?! My 2015 Sentra $hit box inside to commute to and from work has a keyless fob. I keep it in my work bag and take it out once every 18 months to replace the battery.

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree

[@ADadSupreme]

Mmm... I think I'll keep my '95 Ram. V8, manual, 4x4. Peeling paint all over it. 135k miles. I don't think I could give it away with it's looks and that's fine by me.

[@dangerfield85]

I'm up in Ontario, plenty of Rangers online, 2-3 on lots PLUS 1-3 Raptors. Can't find a Tacoma to test drive, sold before they arrive.

[@Jason-Samko]

@dangerfield85 exsct opposite here. 1 or 2 Rangers and bo raptor Rangers in my area but we'll over 100 tacomas on 4 lots within an hour of me

[@westcoastplinkin6559]

@@Jason-Samko I'm seeing more and more 4th gens on the road. They are starting to grow on me.

[@CharlesWilson-zs3vd]

The back seat seems tight for a big person.

[@Jason-Samko]

@CharlesWilson-zs3vd it's a midsize truck

[@CharlesWilson-zs3vd]

@Jason-Samko I thought you meant all sizes. Thanks for making it clear.

[@corbman9049]

No for me without a six foot bed. Tacoma and Frontier still make them with both cab configurations.

[@PassivePortfolios]

My wife has a 2021 Tacoma V-6 crew cab with the 6' bed, 2wd, auto. She has been offered more than the purchase price by dealers and private buyers.

[@keithhunt3437]

Jason have you done a review on the Ranger Raptor?

[@Jason-Samko]

Nope. Have not seen one here in south ga yet. When I do, I will. Hopefully ford decides to make more than 3 of them in 2025. Think thr ranger raptor would be one of the most fun and capable trucks made today.

[@keithhunt3437]

@@Jason-Samkogood deal. Looking forward to it!

[@rickyarmstrong9267]

If it has a good v.6 engine should not need a turbo

[@CharlesCurran-m9p]

What’s the price? $70k?

[@kendrickdelosreyes5381]

I'm sure these drive great, but w/ the plethora of Ford QC problems happening the past few yrs, I have a hard time justifying the price

[@Jason-Samko]

Fors qc has been a wreck since Farley. He keeps promising to fix it but it just gets worse every year and recalls double year over year

[@rj-me3fh]

How hard can it work with that tiny little bed? Too bad no regular cab with longer bed, you know like a truck!

[@keithhunt3437]

I’m not trying to hate but ur being a little dramatic with the whole physical key thing. Like why would you have to dig out ur key again once u just used it to unlock the truck? I’ve heard people say they want the real key. But nonetheless thank you for another great review!

[@Jason-Samko]

@keithhunt3437 for the last 6 years neither me or my wife has had to take a key fob out of our pockets or purse for anything. Not to lock or unlock, not to start, etc. And that's across 5 vehicles. I'm not going back to digging out a key for anything ever again.

[@keithhunt3437]

@@Jason-Samkohey I hear you. I just got my first truck with keyless entry and push start I love it. I wouldn’t wanna go back neither.

[@Topo7787]

How much is it?

[@Jason-Samko]

45k. I show it on the window sticker

[@steelmill]

Free Recall Notices for all.

[@mailborder]

$45k to have to use a physical key like a peasant.

[@EverythingRVbyPat]

Great Review!!! Love that price compared to a Jeep Gladiator right now.

[@valdius85]

Everest, available in Australia, is a similar looking SUV. Such a sexy face 😂 Wished it was available in Japan, just to bring some competition to Toyota.

[@Jason-Samko]

Competition help improve quality and lower price

[@valdius85]

@ First companies should offer what I actually want and stop relying on brand name and lack of competition (Toyota) :)

[@michaeljohnson4947]

It needs a 5.0 V8!

[@PassivePortfolios]

It needs a non-turbo inline 6 and a lower price.

[@michaeljohnson4947]

@@PassivePortfolios Ford doesn't have an in line six....they have a 5.0 V8

[@PassivePortfolios]

@@michaeljohnson4947 Maybe it should !

[@PassivePortfolios]

@@michaeljohnson4947 Ford needs a small inline six for the ranger.

[@francisZbras]

How much does ford PAY this guy

[@Jason-Samko]

Not as much as I'd like

[@Drake-b6i]

Every truck should automatically come with a bed liner .!! Cheap ass ford …!

[@chadrides914]

2.7 6 cylinder? Those are some tiny pistons. Most 4 cylinders a 2.7’s

[@alans.4658]

XLT is ego hauler for me. I want a work truck usually buy CPO

[@curtjeziorski350]

Ill take the frontier pro4x over this all day long. N/a v6 with a rear locker at a better pricepoint

[@rickyarmstrong9267]

They are like the rest you pay dearly when repairs are done

[@hendrik4978-b4j]

I will not pay $45K for that truck. People have gotten so used to jack-up prices over the last 4 years, that $45K for a truck like this "seems" reasonable. Well, it's not - this should sell for around $37K - $39K fully loaded - top of the range. There will be a handful of suckers who thinks this is a good or great deal, knock yourselves out. It ain't even a "good deal".

[@rickflare6736]

Not impressed for $44,000 dollars. I think I need to sell my Ford Stock!! This truck should be $35,000 Max. The loaded to the top F150 Diesel or Gas, should be $65,000 Max, Not $100,000. Ford is losing almost 70% of their customer base. I fully realize Ford is not the only guilty party. Families or individuals with incomes of $350,000 a year or more buy 20% of what is sitting on the lots, after that it will all be Lot Rot! It will be a difficult lesson for the auto industry, but one that Needs to happen. 😎🇺🇸🇮🇱👍. Rick.

[@thecraigrainey]

I am shocked you do not like keys being an older man. I am in my 40’s and I cannot stand the proximity key.

[@Jason-Samko]

Guess I'm just too tech savy for my old age

[@mattmadden3716]

I heard those 2.7 engines have some horrendous design flaws.

[@bobbader4789]

.

[@laogia69]

Backseats are too tight compared to the Honda ridgeline.

[@duncanpage1556]

Turbo ? NO THANKS N A all day

[@docholliday2961]

You must be getting a free truck for the advertisement ! the out the door price over $60 ,000 . off the stealership driveway back to $45,000 k no thank you my 1987 ford ranger extra cab still running perfectly and it only cost 20 percent of what they want for this truck not mention my came with bed liner at no additional cost but for less than this ford ranger I definitely get the 2025 Honda ridgeline 👍

[@Jason-Samko]

@docholliday2961 thanks for the chuckle

[@petero5861]

Idk sounds like this might replace yr gladiator lol

[@Jason-Samko]

😂😂 I'm pretty sure not. But it is a nice reuck

[@petero5861]

@ lol pheeeew ok 👍

[@JohnWalsh2019]

It's too expensive. We have to worry about inflation and the cost if everything.

[@Rich-eg6qb]

45k, these days, is a great price for that truck.

[@andrewshenton6541]

Discounted to upper 30s and maybe

[@rgp8038]

The only problem is that it's a Ford.

[@maxwellclark7054]

The same 2.7 that's in the f150's? That engine is a disaster. No longevity there at all. 45k is ridiculous. Should be as follows. Maverick - $20k Ranger - $30k F150 - $40k An optioned out one should put you 5k over base MSRP.

[@ezraalbin3252]

Keys? No rear locker? Pass.

[@johnnyfreeman1018]

45k?.... FOR THIS?

[@rickyarmstrong9267]

Yeah when the turbo go out your wallet will go also

[@Jason-Samko]

@@rickyarmstrong9267 not if it's under warranty

[@AgeOfGrace2023]

I want a 3.7l n/a in the ranger. I'd be in. 🤷‍♂️

[@GoonyMclinux]

I have a cyclone f150, I wouldn't sell it for double. 😂

[@claypoole702]

Get back at me when they drop a V8 in it.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@claypoole702 will do

[@Combat556]

All it needs is a 6 ft bed.

[@lectorj]

I dont see the point of a truck without a hitch. Being able to tow something is 50% of why to buy a truck, having a bed is useful but not reason enough.

[@Jason-Samko]

and the hitch is used for more than towing

[@coreycodling6661]

You lost me at “ at this price” that’s just stupid money … for a ranger

[@digitalgoonie]

I’m sorry, but I’ll never pay that much for a ford ranger

[@ChumMing2]

AND STILL A STINKING 4 DOOR !!!

[@DB-we2wk]

$45k for a ranger is priced well 🤔🤷🤦😂

[@Boogenhagen100]

all fine and dandy but can we get a real ranger with a single cab long bed w/the 2.7? not all of us need that idiotic crew cab short bed.

[@morningsalute03]

45k? Just step up to a Raptor Ranger for 53k and get much more goodies. I know it’s a big jump but you get 400 hp and all the off road and nice interior.

[@matthewhudock8378]

In theory I agree but in California, I can't even find a Ranger Raptor for MSRP (58k). All the dealers in Socal have them at 68k+

[@F40-c4i]

Remember when the ranger came with a real truck bed? Ford family but ford lost me. Theshort beds on every truck is infuriating. We want a a ranger with an 8 ft bed and no options. China will eventually deliver what we want unfortunately.

[@georgeduanejr]

Makes me laugh at all the know it alls commenting here. Most of whom dont even own one

[@Jason-Samko]

Yep every video i make i feel the same way