Should You Buy The Latest Ford Ranger? Thorough Review By A Mechanic

[@gobear83]

Surprised this channel doesn’t get more views…the guy knows his stuff …great informative videos

[@SilentServiceCode]

He just speaks so smugly, it appeals to idiots

[@chuy623]

This is not as interesting to most people. People would rather watch controversial topics with tacky titles. I love these unbiased deep dives.

[@TheBeatenPaths]

People would rather misinformation from Scotty Kilmer

[@grovermoore4071]

@@gobear83 so many channels, i ran across him because KZbin saw me looking for auto channels

[@ChristineDuran-oz8oq]

He knows his stuff

[@robertsmith1768]

I agree with everything you said with one big exception. The keypad on the door is absolutely NOT useless. Instead, I think it’s one of the more useful features on the truck and I wish the other manufacturers would offer it. I use it on my F150 all the time.

[@dewdew34]

I use it every day. Great if you want to leave it running but want to keep it locked.

[@lllateralus]

The Ford keypad is awesome! So fast to lock your keys inside (for hiking or whatever), and quick combo to unlock. No gimmicks, etc. Dont even need to carry your phone.

[@Noah_E]

I own a tree farm and we leave the keys in the glovebox. Anyone "out if the field" can open and use any truck using the keypad. It's a very nice feature.

[@c7u3676]

Hands down one of the best features!

[@sovereigndonation4217]

That does sound like a great feature for going to the beach and not constantly looking at your stuff whilst swimming 😂

[@chrissullivan5752]

That’s the only thing I would like about Ford

[@pryme2013]

Is it great though? Ppl looking to steal a car probably target fords with the code key figuring it takes a second to enter the vehicle via window and good chance the keys are inside.

[@bojangles4704]

the only thing left now is Nissan Frontier , thanks for another great episode!

[@stonepa]

Great video. But i strongly disagree about the comment about the keypad unlocking. This has been a favorite feature of mine since 1995. If you are a runner or other outdoor enthusiast, being able to lock your key in the vehicle so you don’t need to carry the key is extremely useful. I wish all manufacturers offered this feature.

[@colin707]

Ford patented it. That's why only they have it.

[@bobbbobb4663]

@@colin707Yes but patents expire

[@patrickr9372]

@@colin707 Nissan used to have it in the late 80’s and early 90’s as well.

[@freedomisntfree_44]

Literally pretty smooth and one of the fastest midsized trucks out. They key pad I’ve used for 20 years on fords, awseeime feature and never have bulky keys in your pocket

[@Sticks1680]

Pretty sure you don't know how to use the word literally

[@James-il3tq]

May God continue to to bless you and your family Ahmed ✝️🙏

[@KennyboyGM]

You mean Ramadan.

[@SanDiegoFreddy]

@@KennyboyGM Nah, he means Ramen. He boiled for our sins.

[@ryanmac7377]

i love my keypad on my f150. can leave keys in truck when at the beach or wherever. Nice feature when u dont want to take your keys

[@mediocreman2]

Thanks, I love that. I used to take my keys attached to my swimsuit, but now that keys have chips in them, I can't do that anymore.

[@journeymancellist9247]

At one point, I wanted a Ranger or a maverick, and now I am glad I bought neither

[@f32440i]

Great review Ahmed you are now the number 1 automotive expert

[@journeymancellist9247]

How do you know his name?

[@jcdriver8500]

@@journeymancellist9247he mentioned his name before on other videos He’s a very good mechanic

[@CorbinBradbury]

Love the pickup truck reviews. Need the Nissan frontier next!

[@dondonaldson1684]

💯

[@ElectroAtletico]

@@dondonaldson1684 X 2

[@robertlucas4941]

Would love to see a review of the new Frontier.

[@fixitall2368]

I have a 2.3 in my Explorer and it’s rock steady no vibrations. Love your videos 🙏🏻

[@M9A1MAN]

I had a 2020 Ranger with the 2.3. The engine was a beast, never had an issue and I beat the crap out of that truck. What scared me? The 10 Speed transmission. Was clunky as hell since day one and only got worse. I started seeing many fellow Ranger owners with failed transmissions and that's what started to scare me and ended up trading the truck in. IMO if you do oil changes on the 2.3 every 5K miles, that engine will last forever.

[@YuenanCao]

Forever or 125K miles if you treat it nicely, whichever comes first

[@joeblack1052]

Pity the truck won’t outlast the engine😅

[@SirNicholasHerron]

Here to say I'm sadly one of those with a failed transmission. 2019 Ford Ranger owner, with 59K miles. To be honest though the transmission has been bad since day 1. Put it in gear and it "jumps", decelerate to a stop light and you can feel every downshift. The transmission performs the best when aggressive on throttle. Any sort of light throttle pressure and you get the infamous "surging and bucking" that everyone talks about. My surging and bucking got so bad it would literally bounce me in my seat! I mean it's been bad since day 1, but it got so bad I had to take it in just before the 60K warranty expired and I'm sure glad I did. That being said, Ford and maybe it's just my particular dealership, but they've been awful. I brought it in two months ago and they looked at me like I was crazy, trying to tell me things like "just some light play" as if the issue was not that serious. And not a single mention of the massive amount of recalls or class action lawsuit this transmission has. Perhaps being honest with the customer about these things is just too much to ask. They ended up doing a full rebuild and swapped out the infamous torque converter which seems to be right out of the Ford playbook for these types of issues but it took over a month to get it back the and it didn't fix the issue at all. Now I'm headed to the dealership as I type this and the truck has been in for another month, this time a brand new trans dropped in as well as the EGR valve and sensor replaced. The more you read the internet the more you will find the EGR causing significant problems as well, problems that make you feel transmission like issues. All in all, I love my Ranger but I'm thinking of getting rid of it. Even with the new trans it sounds like for many, this can happen again and again. I was hoping the new Rangers would have this issue addressed but it doesn't appear that way. For what its worth, a lot of other trucks with 8-10 speeds I've since been reading about struggle with transmission issues as well. The automative industry shift from 6-7 gears to 8, 9 and 10 in favor of emissions seems to cause all sorts of issues with modern day vehicles and efforts of smooth shifting. Everything is focused on emissions first nowadays, not performance. I've been thinking of trading it in and getting something else but every truck I read about coming out these days has some sort of issue. I guess it's true, "they just don't build them like they used to". I'm close to paying mine off. Would really love to keep it for the long haul but I've got serious doubts and I'm a diehard Ford guy. Makes me sad. P.s. Brand new trans comes with 1year or 12K mile warranty. Not a big vote of confidence for a brand new replacement now is it?

[@dewdew34]

@@SirNicholasHerron Nailed it, the over engineering required to meet EPA standards has destroyed reliability. Wouldn't even want a new diesel.

[@TheBeatenPaths]

​@SirNicholasHerron I had the surging too. Changed the diff and tranfer case fluid and it disappeared. I noticed the improvement backing out of the garage.

[@labradachig1976]

Ford's "winning" formula: Let's raise the prices and reduce quality.

[@tpolarbeart]

Toyota is winning that race.

[@TheCaptainmojo1973]

@@tpolarbeartI wouldn’t say they’re winning just yet, but they’re definitely using the same formula now for sure😂

[@TassieLorenzo]

Ford has always been about value/performance not quality to be fair. While the pricing is kind of high, it's not outrageous compared to competitors (the Mercedes X Class was priced far higher for example!).

[@mackjones7688]

That's every manufacturer right now. They kind of have to, to stay competitive and profitable in the face of increased taxes, inflation, and minimum wages. They are cutting costs everywhere they can. Every modern brand is making overpriced crap with planned obsolecence built-in. GM, Ford, Toyota, Honda, BMW, etc. All garbage. As a mechanic I would love to drag people's noses through each brand design and their flaws. Even Toyota can't design their way out of a paper bag when it comes to a cup holder. If Japanese companies really had the continuous improvement philosophy. They would have near perfect cars and trucks by now. No one builds a vehicle to my discerning levels of quality. If it's not made to last 60 years, survive neglect, allow for regular upgrades that are plug and play. Utilize standardized parts, and design with the aftermarket in mind. A vehicle you can keep for life and rebuild. Unless you completely total it. We should have vehicles that are sold with owner servicability at the forefront. Like we used to have. No one cares these days. Just buy it, wear it out, and then throw it away. That's today's consumer mentality.

[@brohammer]

Ranger is leading most midsize comparison tests that I’ve seen so they’re doing something right

[@farzinp8277]

the keypad entry is one of the best features in the automotive industry, not useless at all.

[@ryankirwan3854]

Great and honest review! 👍 it will be great to see you review the 2025 Nissan Frontier

[@dr.punleuk4627]

In my country, it comes with 3 engine options. 2.0 single turbo diesel, 2.0 bi-turbo diesel and 3.0 twins turbo gasoline engine (Raptor Version).

[@woodjunkjrjr2689]

Afghanistan?

[@volvo09]

The diesel would be cool, but for some reason nobody releases small diesels in the US.

[@oldbloke100]

Same as Australia.

[@TassieLorenzo]

@@oldbloke100 With the way people tune these for more performance, why don't they just offer them with a petrol Coyote V8? Some Ranger buyers would likely not care about the fuel consumption or emissions.

[@oldbloke100]

@@TassieLorenzo emissions buddy, and how many do you think they would sell, wouldn’t be worth their time.

[@slalomking]

I like the keyless entry. It is great for float trips here in the Midwest. Just lock your keys inside and you don’t have to worry about losing them on the rivers.

[@mikeortiz1535]

I own a 2020 Ranger n I have 57,500mi towing a 3,500 Lb Trailer have been cross country n several times as well as my Daily driver…it mileage n Power is great for it size engine… I have climbed above 9,ooo ft. Altitude n it performed great … The engine is strong n Smooth…I love it …. Owned other Trucks … so I am not a new comer to the truck or car seen…

[@Nordestada]

I know people that buy Fords for the digital keypad; they find it very useful to be able to leave the key in the vehicle.

[@douglasgraham8721]

My friend has a 2024 ranger with the 2.3 and it does not shake at all , it's pretty smooth actually.

[@jmanultra]

I wasn’t thrilled with the Ranger when I drove it, but there’s aspects I do like. The V6 from what I’m hearing is a night and day difference, and suits the Ranger better. Hoping to see Frontier and Colorado reviews in the future!

[@thomasdarwin6174]

The roomy access around the engine compartment is a welcome sight and no goofy engine cover.

[@hdz12ez]

Fair review for sure. I agree with the other commentors about the keypad, very useful. Unfortunately, it is now a dealer add on accessory and it's way overpriced now! The engine? I can't speak for a Ranger but I do have the 2.3 in my 24 Bronco 2 door and I really like that engine. Smooth as can be in that vehicle. Power was admirable when stock, however, I put every performance mod available to date ( Ford Performance tune, cold air intake, upgraded intercooler and pipes, cat back exhaust), very fun vehicle to drive now! The 2.3 ecoboost has been a very reliable engine for Ford as well. Good reviews, keep "em coming!

[@stevenhatchel4042]

Had the 2.7TT in a '21 F-150 FX4. For a small V6 I never felt power was lacking, and I could easily get 22-23 MPG on the highway. Not a single issue in the 3.5 years I owned it. Used the keypad all the time, most underrated feature of Fords.

[@stevefrey2990]

Please review the Tacoma and Colorado. It would be very interesting to see how they compare. Your reviews are awesome, I learn so much. Thank you!

[@erics8696]

He did a Tacoma review a few months ago

[@billricheter5678]

Tbh looks better than the new tacoma

[@mediocreman2]

Interesting, I've never heard anyone complain about the keypad.

[@chrisfrank8413]

MSRP on my Nice XLT 4x4 was 43k. The 2.3L T is a Proven Reliable Motor, We disagree on the motor. as is the 10spd trans. The Truck moves very well with the motor, but if you want more power Your Ford dealership can install a Ford Performance tune that will give you 45 more HP and 60lb.ft torque. Upcoming, but with in a few months. The motor is better that Toyotas offering and eaisly as good as GMs. See the drage race TFL did.

[@jamesmancuso3666]

I love the external keypad!

[@wescam2958]

Thank you. Love your reviews. Well done.

[@mikelemoine4267]

I'm surprised that the 2.3 is insufficient in the Ranger. I rented a 2.3 Explorer and was surprised at how nimble it was and really didn't feel any lag. It felt more powerful than the 3.5 N/A V6 models I've rented before, especially off the line. I have a friend with a Ranger and he is very happy with it. It's too bad though that they are using so much flimsy plastic and those self destructing single use clamps under the hood. It seems like most new vehicles are going that way and it'll ensure that they become money pits at the 8-10 year mark. I don't live in the rust belt, but if I did, I'd be sealing up those holes in the side of the frame and leaving the bottom ones open to allow drainage in case plan A fails.

[@Jay-me7gw]

Its not, he is the only one to complain this much about this motor. Its more powerful real world than the 2.4L in the Tacoma and even matches the 2.7L in the Colorado/Canyon despite a claimed 40 hp/120 ft-lb deficit. The 2.7L V6 Ecoboost and 3.0 in the Raptor will absolutely dominate this segment powerwise.

[@mikelemoine4267]

@@Jay-me7gw That sounds more likely as it seems like a good powerplant. I'd love to find an old T-bird Turbocoupe and swap the lethargic 2.3 out of it and drop one of these into it. With a tune it'd be double the power in a light vehicle....

[@JM-fk5hh]

I have the 2.7 in my 2020 F150, love that engine, thinking of getting a Ranger and will opt for the 2.7, more than enough power. All midsize trucks have their pluses and minuses. None of them are perfect, pick the one that you like and enjoy it, every year they will change things on all of them.

[@mikelemoine4267]

@@JM-fk5hh I've heard good things about it. My friend had one of the first ones but lemon lawed it because they couldn't get the oil pan to stop leaking and then it ran low on oil right after it was repaired for the umtheenth time. I know they went back to the 1 piece pan soon after and those don't leak. Lots of power and decent fuel economy out of that powerplant.

[@Razor87FIS]

Thank you for the informative review... keep the truck reviews coming.

[@jordanainsworth5589]

Hello, I have a 22 Ranger lariat FX4. I drive a good bit for work so I've put a little over 80K miles on it. All I'll say is just make sure you're up to date on oil changes and regular maintenance. The engine is great,never had an issue with vibrations at stop lights, and the transmission is quite smooth with, God willing, no issues thus far. One strange thing I have noticed is the transmission never goes into second gear, always skips to 3rd. Its not jolting, it just always skips 2nd

[@freedomisntfree_44]

Sport mode and it’ll hit 2nd

[@jordanainsworth5589]

@ interesting, I don’t use sport mode often due to fuel economy, but I’ll give that a shot thanks.

[@freedomisntfree_44]

@@jordanainsworth5589 definitely not efficient but fun 😅

[@LebronPhoto1]

@@jordanainsworth5589 it’s designed to skip gears when needed. The downside was that when driving through towns at 25-30 mph, it would shudder.

[@BrockOBauma]

New Ford transmissions skip gears to maximize mpg.

[@blueheelerfriend8450]

I'm glad I got the F150 XLT 4X4 more than ever!! Blessings to you as well.

[@G24184]

Finally a ford review, pls do the ford bronco 2.7 v6, great engine. also you should start doing raptors because the build quality on those is so good and they are built like tanks. they go off-road fast and do jumps and much more

[@cmiles97x38]

I'm with others, really like the number lock opening door. Leave you fob and or keys in the truck when hiking or going to the gym, etc. Very handy.

[@nubbins70]

Thanks for pointing out what the bottom of the cab looks like. This would be a good candidate for some yearly fluid film. All in all though I think it's quite a refreshing and honest truck compared to all its contemporaries this generation. XLT with the 2.7 looks like the way to go, classic shifter and all - I guess it would be nice if they completely committed to physical buttons like on the LC, but at least it's not anywhere near as ridiculous as what the Colorado is doing with hiding light control in the infotainment. It would have been really nice if the new Tacoma Access Cab had the same coil sprung rear as crew cab, instead of the godforsaken super low underslung leaf pack it does. For whatever reason they also don't offer Access Cab in Canada, nor CCSB in any reasonably priced trim. Given that, Ranger is lookin' pretty appealing.

[@pryme2013]

About the rear differential drain. Although they should put a drain plug in you certainly don’t need to pull the cover. A mityvac will pull a rear differential amount of fluid in a minute. Very easy and clean to do a rear differential fluid swap.

[@DeliciousBass01]

I use the number thing on my f150 all the time

[@jl2481]

love this guy. no sun roof. Thank god the keypad is a option.

[@gnohn9366]

The keypad on the door is a great feature. Use it all the time.

[@pookatim]

The reason Ford doesn't offer other configurations is because they fear it will eat into the F-150 market.

[@MavadoKen]

This makes the Maverick look pretty great.

[@James-il3tq]

And his review of the Maverick wasn't good either 😅 Love Ahmed's honesty and straight forward reviews.

[@volvo09]

Maverick owners tend to be happy with them, I haven't really heard anything negative about them, besides finding a cheap one.

[@Jay-me7gw]

@@James-il3tq and yet they are practically outselling the Tacoma.

[@oldbloke100]

@@Jay-me7gw how many extra frames and transmissions do you get with a Tacoma.

[@6036000]

​@@Jay-me7gw Toyota is coasting imo. They used to be way better

[@thomasfields2082]

I have a 2022 and I have never felt a shake at idle.

[@RideMoreNow]

The most important feature of the bed is the fact it will fit 48" wide sheet goods between the wheel wells. The only other midsize that can do that is the Ridgeline.

[@bbkmm1]

A lot of manufacturers like to use quick connects to reduce the cost of manufacturing. It's faster than using a tool to put on a clamp. Initial purchasing price is number 1 priority for most new car buyers.

[@edbarrett4969]

Like your reviews.....good job. Keep it up!

[@davidburrus9813]

Love your channel, Ahmed! I sold my 2005 Expedition and replaced it with a 2015 GX 460 so I closely follow your channel, especially the preventive maintenance on Mrs. Car Care Nut's GX 460. That said, the code buttons Ford has are a wonderful feature for those who hike/bike/adventure. With my Expedition, when my friends and I headed out on a bike ride (typically a 40-mile ride on gravel roads), I'd leave the key in the seatback pocket and text all of them my code so if one of us got lost or back to the car before the others, they could get in the car. Also, I wouldn't worry about losing my key/fob on a trail, far from the car.

[@escheidl]

Maybe I missed it, but one thing very noteworthy about Ford's midsize pickup is that it is the only one in its class that you can actually lay 4'x8' sheets of material flat on the bed between the wheel wells, (with the tailgate down of course.) That is something I would like to see all midsize pickup's be able to do.

[@stevepatch1809]

Ridgeline can carry 4x8 sheets too

[@escheidl]

@@stevepatch1809 Excellent! I did not know that. 👍

[@lc7192]

Oh, and everyone carries plywood sheets in the bed of their truck….not even remotely true.

[@raymondmatava9285]

The “number thing” is one of my favorite features on my Edge.

[@uxb2001]

FYI I love the keypad and use all the time on every Ford I've owned.

[@ScantyMantis989]

YESSSS! Thank you I've been sooo interested in this truck

[@ldrsquad]

Dang I was googling Ford Ranger Raptor Car Care Nut last week to see if you had a review of it.

[@craigfin3222]

My issue with small trucks is that, you get a truck for utility. My Yukon can tow more and I can fit more in it than this bed can hold. For me, each vehicle gotta serve a purpose. Whether that be purely MPG (driving around town) related or work (utility) related, a vehicle gotta have a purpose.

[@sharonthehuman5954]

Even a Rav4 can fit 6 feet up to the back of the front seats and costs less than this ranger and it gets quite a bit better mileage.

[@mediocreman2]

I understand that as well, but in a Yukon you're not going to load a thousand pounds of dirt or rock. Unless you don't care about your interior.

[@thatoneotherotherguy]

Your Yukon can't touch this on payload, or rough/tall loads in the bed, and this is much smaller and more maneuverable (half the point of buying a midsize truck).

[@LebronPhoto1]

I had a 2019 with the same engine. I loved the engine. It was fast. Faster than the 5.3 Liter 2019 Silverado I had. I didn't like the 10 speed automatic. It was not the smoothest at slower speeds (shudder) and it got worse as the truck got older. I am surprised you say that engine is not smooth because it was, in the older model. Because of the transmission issues and mileage, I replaced it with a Tacoma Limited.

[@mitchypooK-6]

I’d be interested in hearing your opinion on the Chevrolet Colorado 👍

[@rightlanehog3151]

AMD, When you talk about alternative configurations for this Ranger, I envision a single cab with an 8 foot bed. Ford could call it the Ranger F-100 🤩

[@user-gq2vn1xj2r]

Or an extra-cab with a 6.5 foot bad.

[@84imreplica]

Great review! I have a numbered key pad on my 2022 lariat Maverick and in three years of ownership I've never used it.

[@watchmanonthewall14]

I have one on my Flex and rarely use it. However, it's nice to know it's there, as a back up.

[@89rshell]

Please do the Ranger Raptor! Love your channel!

[@cimmaranmanak1491]

Awesome review! Reviewing the Colorado/Canyon would be a good comparison

[@theoa126]

I have a new Ranger XLT FX4 with the 2.3L Ecoboost and I love it. I can’t relate to it being underpowered or your experience with rough, unrefined idling and acceleration - mine is incredibly peppy and runs smooth as can be - better than the 2022 2.0L turbo Accord I traded.

[@J.W.W.]

You got me researching. I assumed the 2.3 in the Explorer and Ranger would be identical, but there’s big differences between the two engines. 🤔 According to ford media, the bores and strokes are different and the fuel injection systems are different.

[@dangerfield85]

AMD, please review the new Frontier.

[@VG22.]

Itll be nice if you could add a 5 minutes video of you driving and just sharing your immediate thoughts on the drive of every car you review.

[@hyojoonus]

Please review a Bronco with 2.7 and the Sasquatch package, one like the Wildtrak. Your reviews are on point. Have a good day.

[@crewzincool]

Thanks love the review. You missed the bottle opener on the end of the tail gate. I have the Australian version. Looks a lot better underneath. And the diesel engines are nice and smooth

[@phonemeunit1973]

I purchased the XLT version of this truck in the FX4 trim. I love it with the 2.3L. I just haul my gundogs and dirt bikes, and other loads to the local dump. It's perfect. That chrome package is gross tho - just my opinion.

[@stevem9590]

You're getting there CCN! NISSAN FRONTIER PRO-4X NEXT??? PLEEEEASE :)

[@Miles-wy1zr]

Considering the quality that Toyota Tacomas are being built at i would say yes.

[@StoneyBaloneyUSA]

Majority are 2.3, good review.

[@williamgrand9724]

Ford usually has euro influences in their vehicles, which is why fords usually look better than most American vehicles.

[@djjf45]

Thanks for taking time to get familiar with Ford trucks! Hope to see manuf. comparison commentary in the future. The reason for your confusion is bc Ford had a reputation of customers options and strength in the truck market, and James Farley and Lisa Materazzo are killing that off. So the ranger still has things from Ford's "old ethos" like measuring tape and c-clap tailgate, but leaving behind the things like 2-dr, long-bed options that made Ford great for usable trucks. These marketing-driven toyota execs are ruining the brand slowly but surely. 4-dr, short beds have their place but it's basically a family SUV.

[@GPCCPA]

The bed has 48” between the wheel rails … very useful.

[@Andrew-n1v]

Incredible review sir Ahmed

[@johnmitchell8925]

I remember my Ford ranger with the Mazda 2.3😂 port injection no turbo 5 speed manual it got average 23 mph I mostly had to drive it around the Ozarks in 4th gear it didn't have enough power for the 5th overdrive gear., and just forget about towing even the smallest trailer.

[@BocaRatonGlobal]

Huge fan, hope you get to review the Nissan Frontier soon.

[@douglasgraham8721]

The key pad is not useless if you use it , you can lock up your keys in the truck if your doing something outdoors and don't want to lose the keys etc... tap in the code and door locks open , try that if you accidentally lock keys in there , not so useless then .

[@andyd5492]

The keypad is very useful if you know how to use it, don't ned your key or or phone to get in. Also, I can get in my kids Fords because they set a common code to all their vehicles. It's the same code as our 02 Explorer had. 20+ years later it's still relevant. I had an Explorer with the 2.3. It had a very good engine/transmission combination. The stop/start could be abrupt on starting but usually not noticeable when stopping. Was the 300 horspower version, so plenty of power, no problem towing a box trailer, and very efficient if you didn't nail the gas all the time. For some reson, certains brands of gas seem to work better than others. I usually use BP which is not a top tier fuel or Mobil. They just seem to run smoother and return better mileage. Does onyone besides Toyota have a 65K mid size truck?

[@victor_ma_ds]

In my country, we get diesel engines, and I would love to hear you talk about them, specifically the V6 diesel. However, as you mentioned, you only have those two engines available. I believe it is shared or used to be shared with the F150 diesel.... Greetings from Chile!

[@colin707]

Frontier next! A 2024 to compare to this!

[@toadsage]

I disagree that the number pad on the door is useless. I wish all cars had that, not just Ford. It's incredibly useful if you use your car for outdoor activities, like kayaking or hiking, and don't want to risk losing your keys. You just leave your keys in the car, lock the door, and use the keypad to open the door when you're done.

[@jamesmartin7282]

I have a 2021 Ranger 4x4 4dr. 2.3L. I really like it. I don't like how they made the 2024 look like the Maverick. What I like best about my 2021 is the price: $29K

[@JohnGalt-x9h]

In my country, it comes with 4 engines option a 2.0 diesel 125kw, a 2.0 diesel 151kw, a 3.0 diesel and the 3.0 gas only available for the Raptor.

[@David_Denali]

GJ! Pls consider reviewing the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and the Nissan Sentra or the Kicks Plus a car with a Chinese platform like Volvo or Lotus Also a Porche and a Ferrari if possible 🤍 Appreciated!

[@markwetty2269]

I have a 2024 STX trim, overall quite happy at 33,000. Not sure about reliability but will probably keep it three years and trade it.

[@Fabwal]

I also ordered and got a 2024 STX Ranger. I only have 700 miles on mine. I did get the locking differential, and trailer hitch. I looked at all the other midsize trucks and chose the Ranger. In 2023 I received my new XLT Maverick (with all the bells and whistles). I only kept it for 4 months and sold it to Carvana. It rode and drove like a car. Loving my new Ranger.

[@rash0401]

Another excellent video !

[@OliviaLut-t2h]

Thank you for your hard work and diligence. Your videos are always a joy to watch.‍♀️📸🏄

[@Viewdelity]

I’d like to see the smaller Toyota truck reviewed just for a comparison.

[@fourtrax4ever]

My work gave me a '23 ranger last year (base xlt with the 6ft bed/access cab) and loaded up with my work gear the 2.3 feels quick enough, even if my '23 corolla hatch feels just as quick if not quicker on highway on ramps with some persuasion. It just hates any kind of wind being the first vehicle I've driven that looses speed (and thus downshifts) when cruising the highway if it's windy. The engine feels smooth enough, except at low speeds (think 30-40km/hr) it shakes and buzzes kinda bad. Lastly, it's already having issues with wheel speed sensors throwing abs/traction control warnings. Overall it's a decent truck, and I can see why people like them, I just know I would not buy it for myself if I were in the market for a personal truck. (Even still it is a huge step up from my old '12 grand caravan work van)

[@stampingtrails4367]

I bought this car mid year 2022, when they start shipping out new gen. 2023 models early (in Philippines). Now at 29K kilometers with no izzues or recalls. Also asian model have wider step boards and iron front suspension arms. Not bad for first batch of a new model to have no izzues..

[@Jay-me7gw]

Having had a 2014 F150, a GX460 and a LX570, I do hate that Ford doesnt have a drain plug on that diffs or transmission. The only thing that had a drain was the Borg Warner t-case. I would just drive the truck around in 4Auto and get the diffs hot and pump the fluid out. I replaced the transmission pan with an aluminum AFe pan with a drain.

[@georgefiedorczyk9625]

Waiting for a cx50 hybrid review.

[@stormkoleos6365]

Nice review. Im waiting for your full review of Ford Ranger Raptor 3.0L V6. ...

[@scottadams513]

Completely agree. The Ranger Raptor would be only ~$7k more than the Lariat and would be a completely different story. One could expect the same rust on the driveshafts but it would be great to hear if there were any hidden gotchas (cautions) in the 3.0V6 TwinTurbo design also. Again, maintenance is essential & I expect that many failures may result from a lack of proper care.

[@chadakoin1]

A hybrid powertrain would fix a lot. The F150 and Maverick hybrids are doing well, Ford should be able to come up with something suitable for this platform using off the shelf parts. Also, it almost looks like there would be room for a Coyote under the hood, but at that point the baby buggy rear suspension starts to look real scary.

[@santalla03]

Do the frontier! The newer one!

[@erickisel8668]

No rear air vents, no full time four wheel drive, no moonroof available (does not matter to me), feels like things are missing at $50k price tag. Might as well go for the Raptor! Seems like Frontier is the best value or maybe Colorado Trail Boss. All that said, I miss my 2019 Lariat Sport FX4…

[@chrisb9478]

I don’t like the plastic oil & Transmission pans & plastic drain plug Ford uses. 😑At least this one has the metal oil pan.

[@danieljohnson4418]

Great review as always. Now review a Colorado ZR2 or Canyon AT4.

[@pryme2013]

Do videos on a ford and gm heavy duty truck. Would be a good watch. The last real pickups.

[@maryanncunningham506]

Loved my keypad on my old 2023 Explorer. I can force myself to spend more than $40K on a Ford. Will spend that much on a Mazda, Toyota or Honda (maybe Subaru too). Would love to see Ford bring back an affordable Focus withOUT a DCT.