We Compare 5 Brand New Midsize Trucks: The Differences are Very Surprising!

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 All the trucks we're comparing!
4:15 Nissan Frontier Hardbody Package
14:08 Honda Ridgeline TrailSport
25:39 Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss
35:06 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road
48:47 Ford Ranger XLT FX4
1:01:52 And an old-school (cheaper) option: Dodge Dakota R/T
1:05:52 Closing thoughts

[@kevinblock2307]

Great to see Blaze! Sat morning ☕️ and TFL go good together

[@daveallen7767]

Oh ya this is one time I like Dodge - Ram best !! That 5.9 sounds soooo good....

[@amazingjason455]

Funny that he lays in the snow to relax.

[@Tequilero_991]

The need to redesign the price tags

[@Camaro45th]

You ain’t kidding. I want to get a midsize but I can’t justify the price tag. The top 3 I have on my list the Colorado, frontier, and Tacoma. I like the frontier that isn’t not turbo charged and it’s the only one I test drove. I’m a Chevy guy and really like the look of the Colorado but also consider the Tacoma since Toyota has been known to have longevity.

[@Combatpzman]

They will happily redesign it, upward like they always do. 😂

[@TheBeatenPaths]

In 2010 I bought a three year old Ranger for $6000. In 2022 I bought a three year old Ranger for $36 000.

[@joshc606]

You can buy a Ford maverick…25k I guess.

[@Combatpzman]

@@joshc606 Not really a mid-sized truck, and good luck getting one for $25k. I own one, and wouldn’t recommend it as a mid-size replacement. Throw in poor build quality, part shortages and tons of electrical issues, it’s not even worth MSRP.

[@db3837]

I loved this review. Other than my Canadian boys on Truck King, no one ever compares the back seat room with someone else in the front. Great job gentleman. 😊

[@TFLtalk]

We love truck king. Steve and his dad are the best!

[@louism8217]

I remember when those Dakota trucks were the biggest of the small trucks!

[@rightwingsafetysquad9872]

They really were the first of what we call mid-size now.

[@tdub25]

Yea the Durango was built off it in 1998, those seemed huge when I was a kid

[@basscwe11]

The standard of midsize before it's time, Dodge Dakota...dare to be different

[@MichaelSmith-kr9qw]

Yeah then they brought that monstrosity of the 3rd Gen to market it and ruined the Dakotas sale success went from selling well over 130k units a year down to 75k in 2005 and by then end of 2012 just over 600 units.

[@johnconway7484]

When they switched to the 4.7 from the 5.3 it created a lot of problems with the brand.

[@michaellewandowski7596]

You say all of these are about $45k, but what you're getting for that $45k varies pretty wildly...... Let's compare: Nissan Hardbody is about $46k, but is their top trim. The Honda Trailsport is also about $46k but is well-equipped (leather seats, etc). The Tailboss... That starts at $38,000 and MAYBE touches $46k if you option it with everything... which you didn't, so that truck is NOT $45k. The Ranger hits $45k is if you get it pretty well decked out. The Tacoma.... is $45k for a TRD Off Road... barebones with an automatic transmission. No leather seats. No options. Nada. So.... please.... be more honest about what you're getting for the money. 🙄

[@jnmaher1967]

Roman’s comparison scale will confuse many

[@witchdoktor69]

Everything he does confuses people

[@VikingsNetworkAdmin]

No kidding. Love most of their content, but feel like I have to suffer through any vid that Roman appears in. Really wish he would leave it to all the others involved.

[@repsol6198]

Have to agree ! He is always interrupting. @@VikingsNetworkAdmin

[@KnightXV]

​@@VikingsNetworkAdmin Andre and Nathan are the best

[@extremeplayer2844]

I thought this was funny they push over each other 😂every time they have their podcasts

[@pabo8080]

I like the Frontier

[@wutruriding1355]

Except when u sell them.

[@TheDuds33]

Buy them used

[@BryonCombs]

Wish they used the same black for the fender wells that they do for the front end…

[@dank9288639]

the payload sucks tho

[@MrTonaluv]

I don't like the wheels on the Frontier...I may be the only one

[@NukePooch1]

Digging this comparison series. All are way too expensive, but I really think Ford has done well with the new Ranger. I like the looks, like the rear seat room, like the upcoming 2.7 V-6...

[@AnonDoge]

With the V6 your not talking over closer to 50k now on the model in this video.

[@jonathanfree6234]

Glad to see the Ridgeline as an actual part of the comparison. It’s a bit exhausting hearing all about the higher tow or off-road chops for some of these brands when so so many consumers aren’t going to need to actually use that capability often. But fitting a friend, a kid, or a dog in the back seat, or driving for longer than 30 minutes with some regularity for comfort, or needing a vehicle that doesn’t need a step stool for the whole family to get into it, isn’t worth heavy consideration typically with the truck content. I get the niche that the truck channel serves, and the fact y’all are in Colorado, but the midsize segment doesn’t feel like it serves the same market/needs as the heavy duty or full size segment, functionality and livability at a competitive price range seem worth valuing for these vehicles. A great side by side comparison of so many options in this vid!

[@hsvnole]

Excellent points…I also noticed that Blaze and Roman only climbed into the bed of the Ridgeline 🤔

[@AlowisciousMahoney]

If I lived in Colorado and was using a pickup regularly like these guys do, I personally would choose one of the others. But otherwise, yes, for what it is as you mention (super comfortable including in the back seat, really nice ride, quiet cabin, non-turbo v-6 with plenty of power, etc) nothing really compares to it functionally for someone who isn’t using it for heavy towing and off roading, ie -most people. Why they can’t improve the styling I’ll never understand, though they did make some improvements to the front end in 2020 or so.

[@richshan529]

I agree with everything that you pointed out. Unless you're in the mountains where you might really need a true 4x4 or if you tow regularly, the Ridgeline is a fantastic choice when it comes to comfort in the cabin, road tripping with family and luggage or taking 4 adults out on a drive for more than 30 / 45 minutes. If you want a midsized truck and you'll need the true 4x4, towing and 90+% of the time, only 2 occupants, look at everything else in this comparison.

[@aerynlovell4754]

My previous truck was an extended cab 2WD, and my current truck is an extended cab 2WD. But every time the guys at TFL see a 2WD, they say "it's only 2WD" and treat it like it's useless. If it's not a 4x4 with forced induction, then it's a horrible truck for driving in Colorado, and the TFL guys think nobody would want it. I bought a 2016 Canyon because I wanted an extended cab long box truck that isn't available anymore. I drive in the snow in Canada, and it works great. Sure, I carry a shovel and tire chains in the winter, but even 4x4s get stuck sometimes.

[@theoutdoordad7395]

It’s not a real truck, sorry!!

[@guyjordan8201]

57:45 - Roman, most of us have one or two cars not 20 that cycle through every four months so we get used to what we have. I still don’t like the ignition button but when you’re not hopping between vehicles, your muscle memory sets in. your complaint is unwarranted. As far as engines go, I won’t trust the turbo until I see many of them crossing the 200,000 mile mark without major engine repair.

[@randysavage8963]

Fantastic video fellas glad you had all them together to directly compare . Thank you

[@jesuslozano5468]

Lol😂 I loved that dog interaction and when Andre said I don’t have a treat I’m sorry 😢😂

[@richshan529]

Outside of watcbing TFL do these comparison videos, it would be awesome if you could actually walk on a lot where all of them are parked side by side, so that you can actually cross shop them all on one lot. But...Unicorns, Sasquatch, and the Lochness Monster don't actually exist. Thanks TFL for bringing them all together for us. Just wish I was standing right there with you.

[@is6566]

I don’t know about Unicorn or Lochness but the Sasquatch package exists.

[@rondail5675]

I like the trucks with a V6, Frontier, Ridgeline, and Ranger.

[@LukeO-1234]

I'm excited to see the 2.7 review in the ranger.

[@rondail5675]

@@LukeO-1234 That would be my choice.

[@brad4527]

Turbos are a no go for me

[@bladeftw6378]

​@@brad4527eventually that will be all there is, with regulations being forced upon the truck industry, I would say next generation all v6 will be gone in this sector... You will most likely have to go for a full size to get a V6, and even the V8's are going away in the regular half ton sector. Things are changing and unlikely to go back.

[@travisstrickland7270]

👍

[@whodey59]

The Frontier in most trims is a great value. The Hardbody is IMO just a cash grab. Over priced SV.

[@jakk222rem]

I agree. The wheels could have been neat but look phoned in. Rushed. I like the rack in the bed but they cheaped out. Looks incomplete without the off road lights.

[@fokuz02]

I'm still in love with my 21 Honda Ridgeline!

[@thewatcher5726]

Well done guys, it gives the viewers the ability to have side by side comparisons without seeking multiple videos!!! This has to be your most underrated video…

[@joseeduardo4327]

It just came out

[@caifan444]

I'm on a TFL video binge watch this Saturday morning all freakin good! Thanks

[@SuperToughnut]

Thank you for making this video. All of these trucks let me down. But you guys are awesome!

[@justifiedfan98]

Blaze is now a permanent member of the videos now. What a beautiful dog. Please make him a co-star in some of the reviews!!

[@gusguthrie4903]

Put a Ridgeline in a video and you can bet on the trolls coming out to talk crap about it. Love all these trucks and want all these trucks, but I LOVE my 23 rtle. I don't care that it's not as rough and tough (on paper) as these other options, but as a guy who does pretty average truck stuff like hauling mulch for our garden, filling it with camping supplies, and helping friends move slightly larger than average stuff, I can say it is far more truck than most people will likely ever need.

[@crowneproductions9908]

Not sure anyone is trolling when it comes to the Ridgeline. The thing is a unibody, not a body on frame, and although it has a couple positive notes, it's not really a body on frame truck so pointing that out isn't a troll, it's just a fact. Go back to the suburbs with your lil Ridgeline and your Home Depot John Deere model lawn mower (aka, not an actual John Deere lawn tractor, look it up). You aren't hard or working class, you're an office geek.

[@biggestsign]

I took it off of my list because I hear from many people that the safety nanny is too obtrusive in terms of beeping and you can't shut it off. True?

[@gusguthrie4903]

@@biggestsign doesn't beep at me too much about stuff so I guess your usage may vary. Lets me know when a seatbelt is unbuckled or a door is open

[@biggestsign]

@@gusguthrie4903 The complaints I've heard are for the forward collision warning system.

[@gusguthrie4903]

@@biggestsign ahhh yes, it is definitely sensitive. I have an ongoing joke with my wife... "Brake for what???" Usually happens if a car is turning and I'm going fast enough that it thinks I wouldn't be able to stop in time for the object moving out of my way. I tend not to drive too close to people but I'd say I get the beeping every 3-4 weeks

[@hsvnole]

Ridgeline is probably the most practical for families. The Trailsport trim also gives you leather, ambient lighting, power folding side mirrors and parking sensors. Would have to go up to the $50k+ trims of the others to get some of those options. I personally think the Ridgeline Trailsport with a 1.5” lift would be the best long term buy.

[@billricheter5678]

Timing belt with interference engine.

[@TermlessHGW]

​@@billricheter5678 So...? Scheduled maintenance for that is at 100k miles. Not that complicated or expensive to do either.

[@hsvnole]

Why is a timing belt an issue when the overall reliability is so much better than the others?

[@thembzman]

The Honda J series V6 is a very solid engine. Much rather have an NA V6 over a turbo 4 over the long run.

[@billricheter5678]

@@TermlessHGW 70000 miles and another $2000. Just want people to know

[@wutruriding1355]

My 2024 TRD OR has an electric rear window and moonroof but it was an option. And yes, rear windows are necessary in these smaller trucks, they greatly improve wind flow and noise when windows r down. Good comparison video, guys!

[@noxnyc23]

Nice .. how much out the door with the off road..

[@snowmobiesnowman]

Seriously I love this series! Such a vast array of models. Great job from the tfl crew. Only way it could get better is having Nathan there to harass Roman!

[@mrvwbug4423]

The exhaust comparison was surprising aside from the obvious winner. It's 100% clear that resonators were part of Nissan's cost cutting on the Frontier and the VQ marching band is out in full effect there. The Colorado was surprisingly good sounding for a turbo 4 banger. The Ridgeline was smooth and quiet. The Tacoma sounds like an appliance and the Ranger sounds like a ricer boi already stuck a fart can on it. Ranger and Frontier were definitely the worst sounding.

[@christophercassidy1075]

Excellent video, thanks ! Have a Blessed Day!

[@directorDex]

Andre turning the volume knob with the carhartt gloves was the best part of this video. I laughed out loud.

[@TREVORJB101]

I had a 98 Dakota 4x4 with the V8. What a fun, solid, little pickup!

[@stevekniess3665]

I had an 04 quad cab loved it. Excellent 4x4 great truck except the 4.7 V8. Head gasket. 140,000. I miss it perfect size good approach angle 4 low was amazing.

[@mofayer]

Sounds awesome till you mention the mpg.

[@lonetrader1]

I had a 02(i think) quad cab 4x4 with the 4.7 (I'd possibly trade my left nut for another one) An 04 extended cab (basic) for daily And an 01 r/t whipple with 150 shot (I'd DEFINITELY trade my left nut and possibly my soul for another one! )

[@lonetrader1]

​@mofayer my quad 4x4 4.7 got DECENT mpg for what it was

[@F85M]

00' Quab Cab V6. Needs a respray but it's the Real midsize truck. These trucks are basically 1500's. 178K and going strong. Hates gas, but still solid.

[@brandonsmith3447]

Roman that’s cold. Blaze is gonna get his treat.

[@witchdoktor69]

Exactly. I can let the first time go, but then they did it more times knowing they didn't have treats.

[@IAmTheGuy1477]

Tfl this is great! Looking forward to these comparisons

[@RRAPTOR24]

The good boy didn’t get a treat 😢

[@witchdoktor69]

Not so good owner

[@maneatinghobo113]

He cries, he cries and everybody laughs. He goes "You never get this." But one time he break cage and he "get this" and then we all laugh

[@jamesahoffman]

The 2nd Gen Dodge Dakota! Last of the midsized trucks worth owning, because the 6-1/2' beds were usable! Drop the tailgate and you could haul full sheets of plywood! And we're real fun with the 5spd stick! The whole class needs to go back to that format!

[@MichaelSmith-kr9qw]

I agree wholeheartedly that and the load floor is easy to load items whereas most of these newer trucks sit too damn high IMHO. I have owned my 1999 Club Cab for 25 years.

[@lockandloadlikehell]

​@MichaelSmith-kr9qw what happened to it? That would be this year, or 2023, if you got it at the beginning of the 1999 model year in September- December of 1998

[@MichaelSmith-kr9qw]

@@lockandloadlikehell Nothing I still own it and drive it daily....I was built in Nov 1998

[@RyGuyRy]

100%

[@Dusdaddy]

Not bad. A good overall comparison with no clear winner. It totally depends on what you are looking for in a truck. It seems like the pricing followed the level of options. The Honda had heated everything, and powered leather memory seats and it was the most expensive. The Nissan & Ford were next followed by the Taco then the Trailboss.

[@ccarp1515]

Great video. And I love that scenery in the background. You could’ve filmed this in a Denver parking lot someplace, but this is so much better.

[@adambaddass]

Great job on the comparison, a lot of information on them all.

[@rossthompson4990]

Roman talking the real truths, "I can't get the key out of my pocket cause I'm old and fat." I took that comment personally.

[@c_solly5892]

Can't wait to see a Tremor package for the Ranger to compete more with the TRD Offroad Tacoma and Trailboss Colorado. The Maverick Tremor is a great little truck. So I have high hopes for a Ranger variant.

[@jlaw1901]

I’ve been waiting for this video series for years!

[@Freeloves_Whipps]

Nice to see all the trucks in one place! Keep up the good work gang!

[@justinlovette1331]

Inflation sucks so much cause these should all be like 32,000 for each of these not 40 plus

[@jeanclaude7018]

Blame the London banksters, and the Vatican Bank Jesuits. They're doing it on purpose to break the country and sweep us into the new world order they have been planning since 1913, when they forced the Marxist federal reserve central bank on us.

[@lockandloadlikehell]

Not just inflation but buying power decreased significantly due to median wage, (accounting for inflation) now vs 20-30 years ago (or even 10 years ago). So everything is more expensive, _and_ there are fewer consumers are making enough to be considered middle class

[@HipHopCantSaveMe]

Bidenomics

[@jeanclaude7018]

@@HipHopCantSaveMe bank-ster nomics.

[@JOHNABEOL]

You guys should do like a top gear type of show. It's great people and great subject matter. Keep going!!!!

[@mbuckner4994]

Gents, excellent video, great work to all involved. I really appreciated the comparisons particularly the back seat comfort test. I am leaning towards purchasing a truck and I don’t need a full size truck for everyday use but I do want my kids to be comfortable if we take on a longer trip. I also enjoyed the conversation around functionality I don’t want to go through screens just to activate lights or other functions. I would really like to see how much real truck owners use the big screens.

[@duggydo]

36:35 Roman's tired of it. I would still like to hear more about why it failed under those circumstances. It obviously should not have failed. Was it a faulty part, not fully engaged, or other one off situation? If it was something more than a one off, it would be nice to know.

[@secondcreekworkshop3908]

Can we be honest here if the Colorado broke the front differential there would be endless videos ragging on GM and their quality, another thing vehicle hard parts should not be made to break.

[@paulhunter9613]

It’s all forgotten about now…

[@secondcreekworkshop3908]

@@paulhunter9613 Its kind of funny he just glossed over the fact the Toyotas check engine light is on.

[@billricheter5678]

Yep, really lost a lot of confidence and a, disappointed in these guys. Sad because I enjoy their content

[@FoxFreak]

Cuz Roman is an over opinionated idiot.

[@SoonerMikeD]

I actually love that “bed trunk” on the Honda. Would be awesome to have something like that on full size trucks even if not as deep. Would obviously be an issue due to spare tire though.

[@hsvnole]

Most folks put the spare in the bed or backseat if hauling loads more than 30 mins away.

[@atodaso1668]

what? who does that?@@hsvnole

[@hsvnole]

@atodaso1668 People who plan ahead for a longer trip.

[@ctbale1]

​@@hsvnolewrong

[@is6566]

@atodaso… Also people who were hauling unbagged mulch at a previous trip when they didn’t plan ahead. 😃

[@philh1826]

Im not going to buy at these prices, but I like the mostly old school approach on the frontier. Bring back the mechanical gauges and switches. I dont want to look at a screen for that stuff...tho most do

[@cma8165]

Thanks for sharing this video with us, your subscribers. And I'm glad I saw it, cause I didn't like a single one of them, and that's why I'll keep on buying full size trucks.

[@capesquirt]

These folks often talk about the lack of a decorative plastic engine cover.? I would prefer not to have the plastic cover for heat sink reasons. The engine will run cooler without a pretty umbrella retaining more heat. The cheap plastic parts used by most manufactures these days deteriorate rapidly under high heat conditions. I prefer to see all I can of the engine. I removed my "decorative" cover to reduce heat build and increase air flowing in engine bay.

[@MrTonaluv]

They also trap dust and dirt underneath as well as heat

[@fokuz02]

Vehicles run optimally in the 210 to 230 range with cooling fans to regulate the temp. I'd rather have the cover to keep the heat off the hood and flowing down under the vehicle as designed. The cover has its purposes.

[@lockandloadlikehell]

​@@fokuz02ideal temp is 210° max

[@TdawggLA]

Love the back seat comparison

[@billyunderwood7221]

If the Ranger had the 2.7 it would be the decisive winner for me. I also think the styling is really good.

[@robertopics]

Versus the gm powerplant the ranger vs isn't that special. The v6 only has more power but less torque than the gm 4 banger not with the price difference. The 3.0 on the other hand...

[@atg1338]

It's a boring ford design

[@jeffk464]

@@atg1338 Nice truck, kind of a frumpy front end. If someone plans on putting a bumper and winch on it, it will probably look good. Right now its not ugly, just kind of meh.

[@coachvonyo]

A 2.7 with the manual out of the Bronco. Now you'd have me interested in a Ranger. And I'm no Ford fan.

[@fubarmedic4222]

Honda sold 52k Ridgelines last year... Pretty good for the midsize segment (not named Tacoma 😂)

[@atodaso1668]

My mom just got a 2019. Honestly it rides nice, it's quiet, the steering feels good, it has plenty of power, good fuel economy, and a simple V6 engine.

[@BC08]

@@atodaso1668 As you would expect from a minivan with a bed

[@All-Miles-Matter]

The Honda Ridgeline IS NOTTTT a midsize truck! It's NOTTT body on frame. It's NOTTT a midsize truck...PERIODDD. it's a COMPACT truck that competes with the Santa Cruz and maverick.

[@fubarmedic4222]

@@All-Miles-Matter it's literally bigger than almost all of the midsize trucks (crew cab 5ft bed style) which are way bigger than the maverick and Santa cruz

[@rifleslol]

@@All-Miles-Matter It's actually better in some ways than the body on frame construction of the others. For instance they have a reinforcement beam between the bed and the interior space for safety in a frontal impact from loads coming through from the bed into the occupant space.. it's just a shame they haven't put a hybrid powertrain in it for it to really make sense for the size and money. The things barely do better mpg than an F150.

[@thejohnnerparty]

Really good overview and perspective on these mid-sized trucks.

[@Edd-602-AZ]

Great review! Especially when you explain and show the interior rear passenger seats area. You guys give more insight and outlook.

[@OldThomMerton]

The Ranger is not a Ute in Australia . . . as a mid-sized truck, Ranger is one of the larger entries. Utes are unibody platforms like an El Camino, Ranchero or Nathan's Santa Cruz.

[@2157AF]

What a load of crap, we call it a ute in Oz, mate.

[@bionicwolf3342]

You guys missed a few things on the Ridgeline. The in bed speaker system has been discontinued. The Trailsport also comes with off road suspension, and the 2017 model you tested that gave you the overheat warning has a different transmission.

[@TFLtalk]

Thanks for the heads-up on this!

[@canyonero2050]

I own a GMC Canyon and it's a great little truck but I really love the Ridgelines. Always been a great innovative addition to this class of vehicles. Unless you tow heavy (over 5k lbs) or do real hard-core off roading the Ridgeline is the best overall everyday.

[@lockandloadlikehell]

​​​@@canyonero2050it can't support far beyond its payload rating (in the bed) well, like body on frame trucks can, and it's ground clearance is across the bottom of the unit body instead of just at the bottom of the diffs on body on frame trucks. It's articulation is much more limited, too. Can confirm ground clearance and articulation come into play in dry fields, snow, and other normal not hardvore off road conditions. Even a 2wd body on frame truck with 8.2" ground clearance is more capable than the Ridgeline in crossing some basic obstacles in some so called off road conditions that are anything but extreme.

[@josej4169]

Love these type of videos.

[@lordcorgi6481]

Turbo engines completely rely on how you drive when it comes to MPG. The EPA lies to everyone about their testing. I have a 2.7 ecoboost F150 and when I drive I get 25.4-6 MPG. My sister drove it for a week and she was getting 12.9 MPG, which a 5.0 would do better 🤣

[@gogofastful]

You can get 12.9 mpg in a V8, too.

[@Ramblin_Rob]

Noboday has answered the question “Will the Tremor pkg return?”. I disagree with your opinion of the styling. It looks like a Ford truck. I think if they brought the Everest to the USA it would sell quite well.

[@randalsweeting661]

Tremor be good right below the raptor. Base v6 with front rear lockers, small lift same transfer case as the raptor 2wd,4a, 4hand 4L

[@Deatomizer]

I own a 2017 Everest. Capable and looks great. No need to drive something that says I need to be looked at. I think the the Ranger and Everest both looks exactly what they are, capable and reliable. I'm approaching 200k on my Everest OD and it still rides and feels like I drove it off the lot. No creaks, no weird noises and pulls anything.

[@saleens8ucf]

Good review! Just picked up a used Frontier Pro4x. Great solid truck so far. Decided on the truck from your reviews and videos. Thanks again guys!

[@CajunMusings]

I added a 2" traxda lift on my ridgeline...imho the best bang for the buck at $1000 (400 for kit, 600 install). Brings it up to level with rangers, tacos, colorados...etc. Yup, take a bit of a hit (1-2 mpg) and yup, the backup sensors for cross traffic are about 20% less sensitive...but overall really like this package for the ridgeline.

[@atg1338]

It's a ridgeline 🤣🤣🤣 suv with a bed

[@ambienteterrazas]

@@atg1338 The Ridgeline is fine dude, it does that like 90% of the things truck people do with their huge trucks and as someone who offroads baja all the time a lifted awd would do fine (as long as you are not rock crawling) maybe struggle a little more but it will get there. We have this idea that we need a huge 4wd suv or truck but honestly alot of it is overkill.

[@mrvwbug4423]

It will never be up to the level of the other trucks with no low range.

[@CajunMusings]

@@mrvwbug4423 not wrong, but 1st gear on the 9 speed is 4.71, which is waaaay better then the old 6 speed. driving around town the transmission starts off in second, have to use the paddle shifters to take it down to 1st. However, you are right if you need a xfer case for those ratios for [insert reasons], then the ridgeline is not for you.

[@daverules]

@@mrvwbug442395% of truck owners will never beed to use the low range…

[@lesfoster4127]

Would have rather seen a head to head of all base model 4wd trucks. Show us the most affordable versions.

[@jeanclaude7018]

They should call base models the "heritage " trims. America was built with base trim trucks with heaters , cardboard visors, and crank windows. And big granny gear manual transmissions that last a lifetime. The obsession with luxury trucks is out of control, but most people seem to crave it no matter the cost.

[@brianr5145]

Thanks for sneaking that ad in there at the beginning.

[@ThePuffin77]

I love the frontier for what it is, a pickup truck. The zero gravity seats are super comfortable and the fender audio is great for bumping music on a washboard dirt road

[@scottgraham1153]

It's funny how Nissan came out with the 3.8 3 years ago and TFL and other reviewers are referencing it as an older motor.

[@paulk.1703]

For their excuse, VQ is about 30 years in production. Lol. But year the VQ38DD is exclusive for the 2020 Frontiers and up.

[@mrvwbug4423]

@@paulk.1703And the second the revved it, the fact that it was a VQ was clear as day. Ye olde VQ marching band was in full effect. Part of the cost cutting on the new Frontier was obviously exhaust resonators, VQs without resonators sound like total shit.

[@paulk.1703]

@@mrvwbug4423 yeah that's obvious. Lol

[@SoonerMikeD]

The 2.7 Ecoboost in the Ranger is gonna scoot!

[@sail72]

Blaze is a great "dog truck"! Listened to the podcast yesterday, now I'm watching it. Love all your content!

[@TFLtalk]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@etiannemedina7614]

I actually now want a Ridgeline after watching this video. A front fascia redesign would be great tho

[@canyonero2050]

Go drive a ridgeline. Regarding comfort, handling and fuel econ they are infinitely way better than any other vehicle in this video. They won't tow or wheel as hard but for 95% of the time for 99% of people they will be the best "mid-size truck" out there.

[@crawdaddct]

They are great. Just wish they had more clearance.

[@W0RLDSSMALLESTVI0LIN]

​@canyonero2050 careful, you might trigger the "real truck" bros

[@NelsonJ1]

​@@canyonero2050Don't forget the most important aspect... reliability. I wouldn't pay $40k plus for any of those other vehicles.

[@klwarhouse]

Worst vehicle I've ever owned.

[@ethenjordan2010]

I still think GM did it best.

[@colin707]

Awesome video and comparison! This is quality content and agree with the ending of your video!

[@christophercassidy1075]

Also good comparison between the brands , thanks

[@doityourself7711]

I love Nissan frontier hard body edition. Also, their v6 engines are very reliable

[@jeanclaude7018]

Nissan is a little like a small block Chevy of Japan. They take a proven design and run it a long time. The Z 24i in my 1987 Hardbody actually has its block design from the late 60s L-series, which actually has some Mercedes DNA in it. I don't know of any Nissan engine design that was not solid. The little A16 in my father's Sentra still is solid at 360,000 miles.

[@doityourself7711]

@@jeanclaude7018 Agree 💯

[@austincolt3306]

The pro4x is 38 grand. It’s what should have been used.

[@volodymyrprosov6134]

Thanks for the video

[@Silverback_GMT410]

Andre and TFL I get the garage thing and someone with a GMT400 Suburban. I have a few inches front and back in my garage. And realize that the new midsize GM twins have the same wheelbase as the old Burbans.

[@86309]

Roman , you cant overlook/dismiss a condition like that on the Taco, we know your tired about talking about it but it was a failure that should not have happened (from what it appears) so the concerns of the potential buyers is valid. Just call it what it is and follow it to termination point when Toyota gets back to you. Your channel can be an advocate for the rest of us and that will allow the issues to be actually shown, not just remove and replace dealer won't show us blah blah blah. Love the channel and the work you guys do!

[@jubowub3685]

What the hell do you people want from him? He can’t give you information he doesn’t have and can’t get. They’re honest people. They’ll give us more information when and if they get it. Of course he doesn’t want to talk about it if he has nothing new to say and just had to keep repeating himself for the spamming commenters like you. It’s one failed piece on one truck…

[@86309]

Relax Francis. Roman can either drop it, or let people know TFL will follow it up and report on it. (whoever the info is available) They have way more capability to do that than we do. Nobody is getting their underwear in bunch here other than apparently you.@@jubowub3685

[@mikedog5515]

Dog needs to make more appearances lol

[@chrisb9478]

Great video. I have a 21 Tacoma Trd OR. I’m waiting at least another year before getting a new Tacoma & want to see how the hybrid max does. Plus I want to see if Honda comes out with the next gen Ridgeline. I wish Honda would use their 2.0 liter Turbo with Hybrid and offer 9 inches ground clearance from the factory. 👍🏻

[@TFLtalk]

Right on!

[@gen3kali877]

Blaze is my guy. “Where those treats, Roman!”

[@deucedaprodeuca]

I can't lie, teasing your dog with a treat and not giving him one is not becoming. You deserved more than a dirty shirt.

[@9663mu]

I was debating on reporting them to the ASPC

[@monocogenit1]

thats awesome. @@9663mu I don't do that to my dog. but...is it really a big deal. dog looks pretty happy to me.

[@slowfiveoh4986]

@@9663mu. Cool your jets.

[@9663mu]

@@slowfiveoh4986 hopefully your cooled jets are bright enough to know it was a joke ?

[@CRICRICTH]

😂

[@1984rx7302]

A new Ranger in Red at one of the Weatherford Texas dealership, I love the way it looks. The lines show up more in other colors.

[@nm-qt2hb]

All the new trucks are great. Its a personal choice, what works better for you. Nice job with the video.

[@TFLtalk]

Thanks 👍

[@BeanoNoir]

You mention it in other videos, but you left out that only the Ridgeline and Ranger can fit a standard width pallet or 4x8 sheet flat in the bed. The rest need to be propped up above the wheel wells, which isn't ideal for flimsy sheetrock. This alone makes them the most useful of the stubby beds. Their real world payload capacity being tops doesn't hurt either. Andre does seem to have a hobby horse on the 400W outlet thing. Only one of these trucks will have, (that is it's not available yet,) a hybrid option that enables them to have the option package for the higher wattage outlets. The hybrid option is only going to be available on middle trims and up. Only a few of these trucks even have a 110 plug option at all, so bringing up that it isn't 2kW seems a niche concern. Also, as a service advisor, death to all engine covers! They just get in the way and get brittle and crack when older. Good job Ford and Toyota!

[@timpowell6901]

Doing a video with Roman is like herding cats.

[@noblebrown6077]

I have a Colorado TB. It's exactly what I wanted in a midsized truck. Part work truck, part off road truck. I want less spent on creature comforts and more on performance. The looks are the icing on the cake. I can see how this isn't what everyone wants in a truck but it's perfect for my needs.

[@tomhockman6267]

The Trailsport shown here is the third highest trim level, so the $47K price reflects its off-road feature set. The Sport starts at $41K and RTL at $44K for cheaper entry cost to the Ridgeline. I have an RTL and it has everything you NEED in this truck. The Trailsport is fine if you drive on gravel or mud often, and the Black Edition is mostly an excuse to charge customers $50K for the same basic truck.

[@rightwingsafetysquad9872]

It'd be really cool if Honda made a Ridgeline Si and put the 3.0L turbo engine from the TLX Type S in it. Maybe also have a proper soft-roader package like the Passport. The HPD is all glitz and no glam.

[@Marbind]

Forget it. That engine ads a lot of complexity. Check the latest video of "The Car Care Nut Reviews" about the MDX. He goes into detail about the engine.

[@michaelpartridge3723]

My Ridgeline rear glass is powered. 2023 rtle

[@TermlessHGW]

Same at mine and it's a 17 RTL-E

[@johnfranktullo3463]

@@TermlessHGWI had a 2006 it was powered

[@maxr4448]

All I can say is EXPENSIVE! All of them! I have my eye on a 1979 Chevy Truck for sale here. It's in great shape, this just convinced me to go buy it, tomorrow.

[@mgp9733]

The problem with the Ridgeline is that Honda doesn't give it the support it needs to really sell in higher volumes. It has been nearly 8 years since a full redesign and even with two refreshes, it is still two generations behind most Honda models in regards to technology and a generation behind in it's drivetrain. Despite all this, the Ridgeline has sold nearly 50k this past year while having any future past this generation very much in question.

[@NelsonJ1]

People want reliability from Honda, same reason why Toyota took 15 years to redo the 4Runner and people continued to buy.

[@4vinylsound]

I ordered the 2024 chevy Colorado trail boss leather interior cruise control sprain bedliner the Wrangler Durr track offered tires everything I want and it cost 41K. You cannot beat that. And it's the nicest truck also.

[@LightWeNeed]

Ford Ranger all the way!

[@richshan529]

Andre, can cruise control be added to your truck at the dealership? For example, even if you had to switch out to a different steering wheel, can that option be added to your truck?

[@clarkwgriswold157]

Saw the VW Amarok earlier today (UK). I know it’s subjective but the Ranger definitely is the better looking of the two IMHO.

[@johnconway7484]

I had a single cab short bed 4x4 1998 dodge Dakota back in 2000 to 2005 with the 318 in it. It was the best truck, it had more room in the cab then my buddies s10s, and I had the KC roll bar with the three lights on top and a spare tire Baja mount in the bed so I actually had about a foot of storage but that thing was beefy and fast as hell.

[@paulhunter9613]

And that 318 would run forever

[@johnconway7484]

After I cut the muffler off it sounded just like this one.

[@c1rca23]

Why not call it a 5.2L as they do? Just curious. Is it more of an old school car guy thing?

[@paulhunter9613]

@@c1rca23 because it’s the cubic inches of the engine I guess. It had been called a 318 for about 40 yrs prior

[@travisp11]

I love the looks of the Hardbody but the lack of LED headlights (at 46K) is a bit ridiculous given lower trim models of Frontier have them. I'm sure it compliments the retro look but that shouldn't be done in the name of safety. Again, I love the Frontier but the Pro-4X is definitely tempting for more or less the same price.

[@jdev232]

For 60.00 you can buy led replacements, but I get your point.

[@Policearegood-mt6kx]

@@jdev232replacing halogen bulbs with led doesn’t work to help you see better. The reflectors are not made for led. It only serves to blind oncoming drivers.

[@jdev232]

@Policearegood-mt6kx ok...600.00 then. I think that's what they are. Whole LED replacement lens. You can still aim the led tho, so why the blinding effect? Never did a switch, always had one or the other...

[@travisp11]

@@jdev232 I hear ya. I love me some Lasfits but at that price point even stingy Honda puts LEDs on the Ridgeline Trailsport

[@jdev232]

@travisp11 I'm kind of amazed at just how dog shit halogen are...they haven't changed at all since the 70s in brightness. So..we have handheld computers now (cell phones) but can't make a better halogen bulb? 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@devildog5354]

From Ford's website; the 2.3L I4 is GDI only, the 2.7L and 3.0L V6s are dual GDI and port injection...

[@garycarter5641]

Will the towing numbers go up with the 2.7 V6 that ic coming this summer

[@MarkBco]

Very helpful. I'm taller so the backseat comparison is appreciated since these trucks aren't widely available where I live. I thought I had it narrowed down to the Colorado and Frontier, but the Ranger has entered the chat. Curious how much the Ranger's V6 will cost. Ranger seems the most cleverly designed, Colorado the most powerful, and the non-Hardbody Nissan is the best value and probably more reliable. Decisions! Decisions!

[@fredrelay1052]

I like the Rigdesport the best!!

[@billricheter5678]

It is not really a truck. Also can not go off-road. Also has expensive maintenance cost with its timing belt. For highway and comfort it wins

[@BC08]

You like minivans

[@hsvnole]

@billricheter5678 Agree about off-road but the Honda will absolutely have the lowest long term cost of ownership. The Trailsport trim compares better to the Pro4x, Lariat and Denali when comparing features.

[@billricheter5678]

@@hsvnole it has very expensive insurance and maintenance is expensive.ask any mechanic. The Honda Ridgeline Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 6th out of 7 for midsize trucks.

[@atg1338]

Its an suv with a bed🤣

[@jimsomerville3924]

I like Andre's Colorado TrailBoss. Get the $325 convenience package for cruise control and tinted windows. 4 auto is great as they discussed. And at a less expensive price than others. Ranger design looks cleanest and best to me- if it had a larger fuel tank I'd pick that one. Tacoma seems over-priced - and the reliability notion is out the window with a new design.