Is The Baby Raptor is Better Than F150? // 2024 Ford Ranger Review

[@SpaceEngineerErich]

I'm a mechanic at a shop that maintains Ford's media fleet. It's so cool that when you get a Ford press vehicle it is usually from our shop. If I can ever figure out if a vehicle is going to you beforehand, I will definitely hide some penguins in it somewhere. 😅

[@halvorson566]

Just start leaving them in all the ones you send out rofl penguins in fords will become the ducks in jeeps rofl

[@MrMightyZ]

These tiny over-stressed engines still direct injection only? And does anyone really like that 4cyl fart sound? Huge, badass looking Ute making a little 4cyl fart noise is incongruous to say the least.

[@schlix101]

@@MrMightyZ It's not a 4 cyl though. It's actually a 3.0L V6 (6cyl) Turbo-Petrol. I think you are referring to the 2.0L Si- and Bi -Turbo diesel variants, which I agree, are over-stressed. But this is not one of those... And judging the noise over the mic of a camcorder is just as incongruous. These Ranger Raptors (lots of them driving around in South Africa by now) can be annoyingly loud if you have your window down, waiting at a red light, going green, when one of these pulls away at full tilt next to you with their exhaust ahead of your open window.

[@J.Young808]

Stick them in the frame rails or suspension since Sarah is the only one that looks under on a lift.

[@AmericanSurvival001]

Your question of white Ford does things like not paint a driveshaft on all of their vehicles I am going to help you and you will know this is the truth when you research it 35 years ago in the early 90s Ford was trying to save money and I saw the story in the newspaper (when they had those) . That story was that for figured out how to save $90,000 by not painting the outside of the ashtrays in a Ford Explorer! They figured people could see the inside of the ashtray, but you can’t really see the outside as it’s hidden from your view underneath, so by not painting that they saved $90,000 in paint and and labor now imagine how much they’re saving by not paying your driveshaft and imagine where they’re cutting cost elsewhere! Unfortunately, the vehicles in that era would run forever, not so anymore and their cost cutting is every single item on a vehicle, which is why the recalls are endless because it’s been counters not engineers anymore If you want the driveshaft painted you’re going to do it yourself. You should offer the service and charge a reasonable fee imagine how much money you’ll make by running dozens of trucks through your shop every day painting just the driveshaft.😂😂

[@Tetsujin-28]

The best thing about this review: Sarah tested the Ranger exactly how Ford intended the vehicle should be used. Love the content.

[@Notfiveo0]

That rear axle construction is similar to the one on the Buick GNX

[@MLHunt]

The most information-dense reviewer I watch, while still being immensely entertaining. Great channel.

[@mr.2cents.846]

Sarah is great.

[@williamburleson4353]

Indeed!

[@johnt.848]

Did you just call her dense? 😂

[@tonygiraldes7848]

Just the greatest content creator and mechanic on KZbin 🙂 you learn something in every video from her ♥️ much respect ✊

[@smithp573]

This is the version we get in the UK. To us, these are mahoosive.

[@petercrawford3370]

@@smithp573, and ditto for NZ.

[@BillyJoeJimBob28]

​@@smithp573Mahoosive..? You mean like Really Big? We ain't talkin about cows sidewinder! 😂😂

[@bigkeg9173]

The Ranger was the biggest selling vehicle in Australia last year and you see Raptors everywhere here 😊

[@loki6626]

That's one beautifully engineered chasis.

[@spandel100]

😳😁

[@qubiedoo1]

And the truck ain't bad either!

[@davidboda1640]

the truck is ok 2

[@weirlive]

shhhhhhhteal.

[@elonsus9747]

Be careful what you wish for. If you know, you know. 😅

[@riaanlouw1874]

Sarah. I know you compared the size of this with the F150 of 15 yrs ago (sic), but I would have liked to see this parked next to your grandma's Ranger, for size comparison. Overall, brilliant review as always.

[@Akujelppi]

I really love this car. I've driven my new Raptor for 10,000 kilometers and I'm all smiles😊. I recommend this car to everyone 👍🏻😀

[@stewartbrenner9193]

You are the best car reviewer!

[@Primus54]

I really like just about everything with this truck, particularly how it looks beefy without actually being big. Looks like you were having a blast in the desert. I’ll bet it was hard to stop playing after you made the recordings! Thank you, Sarah. 👍👍👍

[@ertcom1]

Hi Sarah. Aussie here. You're welcome!

[@ubroberts5541]

Ford Motor Company is an American multinational headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan. The Raptor is manufactured at their Wayne, Michigan plant. An Australia Ford team helped develop it.

[@aaronthomas4980]

@@ubroberts5541 That why America got them before the rest of the world ?

[@aussie-c10-68]

I’ve had a Raptor for a year here in Australia, and love it, the perfect daily.. The Ranger is the number 1 selling vehicle down here, the Raptor is the best version comfortable, fast, handy for towing and putting loads in the back, fits 5 people easy as well

[@robcreel4257]

I agree 100%. I'd like to see Ford offer it in more configurations, like extended or single cab and a stick.

[@vonJaerschky]

Just watched Demuro's review of the same truck. Sarah, your review is so much better! You deliver a lot more information on what enthusiasts want to know, and show the truck actually being used. You rock!

[@alexdalton8854]

The best channel to get to know a car !!!

[@Deography]

Car content with fashion, not to mention all those satisfying finger nail clicks on every material!

[@telecaster305]

I love my 2020 Ranger I can’t imagine how much more fun the Raptor is to drive

[@garyworokevich2524]

Loved the sound that V6 makes........and I totally agree......steel wheels and a manual transmission on the base model.......great review Sarah.

[@rascalmatt6713]

Sarah.... I don't know if you hear it much.... but you're Awesome !! Just thought you should know that. If you don't already.

[@diggermolly5927]

TFL could learn from this channel on how to do a proper review. Very in depth, nice job!

[@frankcoffey]

This is the size a Raptor should be and the way it should be reviewed.

[@65bugnut]

I agree with your statement about the Ranger having some lower priced model options. After looking for a new Ranger, I ended up finding a 2011 4x4 Ranger, which I think is the perfect size for a Ranger.

[@SarahnTuned]

Yeah, older generations of Ranger seem to be going up in value now. 83-88 square sealed beam headlight will always be my favorite gen.

[@bsmirnov]

Its price was the first thing I noticed. It's not cheap, but it's a great value for the package. 👍

[@DanMasters]

I think it’s a total win that they actually put a v6 in this instead of a maxed out 4 cylinder (Toyota?). I think this is the best Raptor too!

[@YerBoyTroy]

Curious, why do folks think the 4 cylinder is maxed out?

[@denimlabels7315]

@@YerBoyTroy A 4 banger is not ideal for towing.

[@oni-one574]

Neither is a ranger raptor...

[@YerBoyTroy]

​@@denimlabels7315 Seems like it was tested against the outgoing V6 and does a much better job

[@DanMasters]

@@YerBoyTroy I have a 2011 2.7 4cyl Tacoma and a 2013 5.7 Sequoia. Going down the freeway at 75 mph the Tacoma is ~26-2700 rpm and the Sequoia is at 16-1700. If I want to pass the Tacoma has to down shift and gets up to 3000+ rpm’s while the Sequoia may not even down shift and won’t get past 2000 rpm’s. The 4cyl has to work much hard to get a lighter truck down the road at the same speed/load. Literally the gas mileage is only 1-2 mpg different. I originally bought the 4cyl for gas mileage reasons but after 5 years realized I really didn’t gain anything over the 6cyl Tacoma. I really have less power and am wearing my engine quicker than if I had a larger engine. My 2013 Sequoia has 296k miles and still drives like new because the engine hasn’t had to work very hard during those miles.

[@RascalCatify]

Its amazing that this thing is 58k optioned out and the new Taco OR 4x4 optioned out is only about 2k less at 56k and the top of the range Taco will be pushing almost 70k! If I was in the market to spend that much on a mid-sized truck this would be my choice for sure.

[@zerorye429cj]

Been waiting so long for this review! Raptors are amazing!

[@AverageAnimal]

Thanks!

[@stephenmoxley3004]

Sarah, I love this review. The bolstering test is always hilarious and leave it to you to squeal tires in the dirt. Keep up the great work.

[@nonyanks2510]

Sara, you are in a class all by youself especially on car reviews, as Mr. T would say..."You Got the Jazz" on this one, great review !

[@niklaswejedal463]

Oh yes! A new and improved Rally Special Stage! ❤❤❤❤❤ I am so addicted to your off-road reviews and this was just as great as expected. Thank you for what you do and Stay Awesome!

[@keithreams8921]

Your exhaust comment.... 3.1428 X radius squared or diameter squared X .785 One 3.5" pipe = 9.62 Two 2.5" pipes = 9.8125 So it's equivalent to one 3.5" exhaust pipe, not 5". 😊

[@kbyon37]

It's about time they brought this over to the US, it's been out since 2018 overseas.

[@jefffreestone8476]

Sarah you are the best and I love your work ❤ You work so hard and put much into it. I will never buy a Ford again!

[@halfrsedtradie1926]

It’s an awesome ute Best thing I’ve ever bought

[@jiggsh54]

It is so much fun watching your reviews. Finally an honest reviewer. Thanks Sarah!

[@neoanderson7]

That’s a very serious truck. The proper size for those who actually use these for what they were intended for. 👍🏻 Love rally stage 2.0. 👏🏻😎

[@timelesswolf9623]

I feel this is the limit on how big a car should be as the larger and larger utes are coming over into Australia like the rams and silverados. I do like the ranger though.

[@mattb9664]

I definitely like the mashup of folksy and lightened jokes mixed in with the review! Format also is great and the description of how the vehicle 'feels' during the Beans is probably better than anyone else's! Subscribed!

[@AndyFromBeaverton]

1:30 The driveshaft is painted. The rust color takes time to develop.

[@craigfin3222]

Painted with the Ole Rust Color, I see. Nah, they just need to do a better job, especially considering that this little truck is 56K and supposed to be gear towards off-roading.

[@tomheringer2047]

Yes, the rust finish is officially referred to as a "patina" and gets better with age.

[@kd6836]

Unprotected metal rusts quickly. That’s original rust-patina brought to you by FoMoCo.

[@tboneforreal]

The weird thing is that the international versions do have the drive shafts painted, but the NA version does not. A bit of cost saving I suspect.

[@carlbarnes4780]

Just picked up my Ranger Raptor, love it!

[@rockercover]

Looks like you were thrilled; driving this rig. *Fun Ranger.*

[@emgiusti88]

The best Ranger Raptor review out there. Detailed and fun.

[@richiecolon3774]

Great Video! I've had my Ranger Raptor for just under a month now. I use it as my daily driver, and I also plan on using it for off road fun. I'm getting an average of 19.2 in the city . I use the "R" setting every time I get in the truck. The only dings I would give it are lack of BlueCruise, and I wish the Raptor came with the Orange running lights indicative of the Raptor family.

[@studiotom]

Small correction: the combined effective “diameter” of the dual exhaust would only be 3.63”, because area=pi*r^2. Because science! 😊

[@jetsons101]

Great channel, Great presenter, Great truck. Thanks to Sarah.

[@terrya6486]

You're having way too much fun in that truck !

[@Notasheepleandneverwillbe]

The new ranger is so much bigger than the older one it may as well be a full size truck , in fact I'm pretty sure it's bigger than the late 90s F150 .

[@fuzzjunky]

yeh i wonder what it's weight rating would be, i mean it looks like it could carry some weight

[@mikespangler98]

How much did it weigh? My 1990 F-150 was 5500 lb with two people in it and a camper shell on the back.

[@marklihsu]

It's the f150 for the rest of the world so yeah.

[@Ole_CornPop]

​@mikespangler98 this one was 5,700.

[@JerryRichards-l1d]

true story. My only complaint moving from the tacoma to RR is fitting it in the garage lmao

[@victorpapaavp]

Absolutely loved seeing you rally the crap out of that thing. It definitely has my attention! Great vid!

[@dapanzipapacompactcarslab3445]

best coordinate matched with outfit of car

[@qbanlink25]

@ 20:02 those last two ratings might be the highest scores I've seen you give any vehicle thus far, maybe I'm wrong, great review.

[@stanleyguard5593]

Great truck, great review, and great video.

[@AlanKinsella-nu4gm]

Shuperb Sarah! You were a total beast driving that Raptor. Please, again consider fixing the Focus and go racing someday. We know you're crazy enough. I would come from the PNW to cheer you on.

[@planeflyer21]

3rd Gen Ranger...I love how narrow mine is! We only get the crew cab due to the "chicken tax" debacle.

[@filovirus1]

fruit and robot compatibility - I love it

[@CAV1956]

love this review on the Raptor, I totally agree with previous comment, Sara drives this truck like how the "Mini Beast" should be driven

[@carguytroy]

A lot of truck for todays money. Still not cheap, but compared to the Bronco Raptor at 90 ish thousand? Great value.

[@trevin1691]

Such a GENIUS BEAUTY! (Truck was awesome too) “Baby trophy truck”👍🤣 such a well done smaller truck deserves its own sized Raptor bed badge…

[@MR3DDev]

I am here for cars and bad jokes. There is one of these parked outside where I work, that thing looks very impressive and I dont even like trucks.

[@bc65925]

Exhaust sizes, areas of circles calculate a lot different, a 2.5" has an area of close to 5" X 2 it's about 9.8". A 5" pipe has an area of about 19.6.

[@broncomikey6681]

I’ve been watching your videos for a long time. You are one of the best vehicle reviewers on KZbin. You’re a great mechanic too!

[@jeffspies8035]

Thank you Sarah. Only a couple weeks ago I was wondering if you might be reviewing the Ranger Raptor, and lo-and-behold you were doing it as I was starting to wonder. Your underbody truck analysis is so helpful. I love your work! You are the best KZbinr ever!

[@denimlabels7315]

The tailgate ruler is awesome. Love the high speed off-road shots! Thanks for the review!

[@loveme2judy]

An excellent review. The combination of dedicated knowledge and the want to play provides a comprehensive and very delightful videp. Keep being a True Leader in this genre genre.

[@TheTurboadict]

I got mine about 2 months ago and love it. I learned more about my truck thanks to you! Your reviews are far better then mostly everyone else with boring similar ones.

[@TheCarGuyOnline]

This was one of the best true truck/technical reviews I have seen in a long time, great job, so much better than a lot of other tubers (including me). I prefer schteel over aluminum, happy to see the initial build quality on this Raptor. Now I'm trying to figure out how KZbin has never recommended your channel to me until recently given the years of car/truck content I consume...

[@rixkafer56]

Absolutely stunning in red lipstick and black .the raptor matches her too

[@treborheminway3814]

Hi, knowing how detail oriented you are, I wanted to remind you that a dual 2.5 inch exhaust doesn't come anywhere near a 5 inch. When you square the radius, it dominates the cross sectional area number. I'm sure you know this, but figured it would be like you forgetting to clean under the fender flares. 🏁🏁

[@SarahnTuned]

Yeah, I’ll leave math to the robots.

[@treborheminway3814]

@@SarahnTuned please don't, just use penguin units or something wonderfully wacky. 🐥

[@Mister006]

Sarah has the best suggestions! I totally agree! I'm surprised it's a V6!

[@williamperron760]

Absolutely love the yellow pointing stick!

[@ODGColornChrome]

And what a frame you have!

[@HillbillyHippie530]

You know Sarah is a Transformer right?

[@IKnewMickey]

Is that Tyre dandruff under braking? If so that's crazy. I have to admit I'm crushing on this Ranger Raptor. Ford take my money. And thx for the review Sarah. I enjoy your show. Here's to putting my money where my mouth is...Or my thumbs ....cus I'm typing not speaking.

[@thecivilrightslawyer]

Nice review. Thanks.

[@awesomearizona-dino]

Thank you Sarah, i hope Ford quality picks up.

[@waynewilliams839]

I want 1 !!! Thanks for your work !!!! 😊

[@beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756]

Just seeing you in those ankle boots and off roading made my day.

[@Rob_Dog]

Woohoo, been waiting for this review. I’ve had mine for a year now 🇦🇺, we get the K02 on ours, interesting to see what the K03 are like. Also there’s a company here that puts the V8 Coyote in the previous gen Ranger Raptor.

[@Bill_KL7TC]

Got my new 2024 RR in early September 2024 here in Alaska. Will be seeing how it does in winter and -50f. Thanks for the review.

[@benjaminsonksen4451]

We need a head-to-head detailed real life on-road/off-road comparison (like only you do) of Ford Ranger vs Toyota Tacoma vs Nissan Frontier!

[@jamessalter676]

Nice review! I like how excited you got talking about a Ranger Raptor R. 😊

[@JeffsGarage-w1q]

Thanks for the review (very detailed)!!! ...Perfect & I am sold on it. Just waiting on mine to come in.

[@zanesutherland406]

This looks like so much fun! And it looks to be well built, designed and thought out.

[@Jay-sb2xs]

Love the new Ranger now there’s a raptor finally

[@lukonium]

Fantastic review! So much knowledge and great information about the different parts. Seeing the rally section brought home how good this vehicle is. Thanks!

[@DumpsterDivingGrace]

The professionalism of your reviews continues to grow in a way that becomes an inspiration for any young and aspiring content creator. More than that, it is humbling to see how far you've come based on the dedication you've put into making this channel both entertaining and informative. Very few of us put in such hard work to achieve our goals.. You should feel so proud of your efforts. Also, you seem more relaxed and happy lately. Maybe that comes with the confidence in hitting your stride. Keep up the fine work!

[@jerrycho9869]

you should start a late night talk show

[@Alxx2]

It looks pretty cool. It’s one of the two vehicles I’m considering for my next daily so I appreciate the review.

[@imfloridano5448]

I believe the bucket seats bolstering should be adjustable. I'm a small framed person and the manufacturers make the seat to a universal 1 seat fits all

[@_Yep_Yep_]

Love the Fox Body, @Sara -n- Tuned. Particularly pleased to see your attention to the drive shaft.

[@deanfisher1753]

I must have watch 30 review videos on this truck, this one wins by a fair margin. Very concise and informative.

[@milesbartlett]

We also only get the crew cab in my country although it is more expensive at a conversion of 66000 USD. They manufacture the Ford Ranger here but the Raptor version gets imported from Thailand.

[@nivektreblig]

Have mine in SA for over a year already. Lots of accessories available for them here, e.g. lighting, canopies, nudge bars, etc.. I have 20" wheels with a color coded canopy. All made in Thailand with 292 kws and about 650nm I think. We appear to have better color choices too.

[@nkjrm348]

Enjoy your reviews. Technical, informative and fun

[@kristoffermangila]

Here in the Philippines, we also have the Ranger Raptor, which is almost identical to the US version, save for the engine being a 2.0 liter biturbo I4 diesel. Its rivals in the Philippine market are the Toyota Hilux GR-S and the Mitsubishi Triton Athlete.

[@Tracy-g6x]

The markups on this truck here in Virginia/North Carolina is insane. Fully loaded MSRP $55,000. After markups $72,000. Crazy!

[@johnrivers9393]

If you trade in a vehicle add your own $17k market adjustment to your trade in value to compensate for their stupid adjustment….

[@dalehenry4694]

Nice short skir, praying for the wind to blow 😂

[@cyfirus]

Hey Sarah. What's really insane about this truck is the Canadian market up here has inflated the base price of this trim to be over $80,000 AND with dealer markups, I see price tags of $100,000+ WHICH IS INSANE FOR A MIDSIZED! Enjoy your work! Keep it up!

[@johnrivers9393]

I see a lot of ranger raptor bank repos in the near future. Financing a “market adjustment fee” boggles my mind.

[@jrssae]

I was so looking forward to seeing the Sarah review of this one! Did not disappoint!

[@mikeh6876]

Best car/truck reviews on the WEB. Thanks - appreciated............

[@julius.150]

I will buy this truck only because I respect her opinion

[@danielrobert7181]

Sarah, incredible video shooting. You are up for an Oscar!