The best dual-cab ute for your family? Surprise findings! Ford Ranger Sport 4x4 2023 review

Got a family and need or want a new dual-cab ute? You've probably got the next-gen 2023 Ford Ranger on your shortlist. But is the 4x4 bi-turbo Sport model the pick?
CarsGuide family reviewer, Emily Agar, has spent a week with the $66k double cab ute to find out - and you might be surprised by her findings.
Is the 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel engine up to the task? Is the 10-speed auto and selectable 4x4 a good match? Does it have enough space for a family of three to be comfortable? Can you fit a child seat in easily?
All of these answers and more are in Emily's review, where you get a different perspective - the mum's eye view - of whether a ute like this is actually a suitable family hauler.
#ford #fordranger #review
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00:00 Intro
00:53 Pricing and features
02:02 Design
02:55 Practicality
08:13 Driving
10:37 Efficiency
11:07 Safety
11:32 Ownership
12:06 Verdict
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[@Malc664]

I love you as a reviewer. The thorough coverage of all important points plus a sense of humour. A real world honest revieew. Thanks Emily

[@alphabravo3304]

I put a contract on one today, I went the V6, honestly I really wanted the Ram Laramie for all sorts of power, space, luxury and comfort but I just can’t justify spending well,over $130 grand. Even the F150 , Ford said today it will start at $120 grand, we are just robbed blind in Australia for choice and price. Now I just have to wait 8 months to get the new Ranger.

[@MattyClivingthedream]

Was that fuel consumption based on the trip computer or from the tank (top up and drive, then top up at the end and work out the figure)? Having owned a few Fords, the trip computer figure is not accurate and underestimates fuel consumption by up to 10%.

[@rmw3957]

Good review, well presented and great to get a different perspective.

[@MotorEnthusiast]

Good review. I hope your planning more such reviews on 4WD Wagons (Off Road Capable) of other makes and models.

[@leoesposito8762]

great review its good and refreshing to get a women's perspective on this dual cab Ford Ranger..

[@mohahram6951]

Very good and informative review. Thank you

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

nice.... cant wait to see Them here in the states

[@jamesrundle7718]

Nissan navara for the win. Pound for pound it’s the best value for money

[@jamesmoros1274]

Wow 64k … The previous sport was 51k drive away.

[@gokhan1986altindal]

plus on roAD coast man freaking expensive

[@kymt5908]

alot of what was covered has already been ‘covered’ in other reviews of the ranger. Not sure where alot of the ‘practical for a family content was”?

[@tempestv8]

GWM Cannon X will probably do same the job, and for a lot less outlay. Worth considering as a family and work ute alternative to the Ford Ranger ute above.

[@TheMelbournelad]

As urban tractor it’s amazing. Few more versions and be great off road and towing. Spot on with the value. The Ranger is just in another class. I’m excited to see the VW treatment

[@mvnorsel6354]

Families are getting smaller while Ute's are getting bigger.

[@orangejuicepony6881]

Back seat is too small for any real family use. Also $30k overpriced.

[@Rally4Life1982]

If you don't need the tray you'd be much better off with an Everest by a long margin. Plus you wouldn't need to take a second car when the in-laws are in town.

[@nonconformist.]

Good review but click bait title.

[@bolblizt]

Everest next 😊

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

like it ,wish we could get them in the US ,would be a nice step up from the bronco as the explorer is more of a pavement car , than a off roader .. 2 row Everest raptor, tremor diesel wishing

[@sunnysideup1744]

Limited storage in the back, what the? Do you expect a set of dresser drawers in the back seats. I'm 6 foot and my mates have PLENTY of room in the back. Very strange review.

[@fdr401]

Que sea una mujer, y una hermosa mujer, la que me hable de mi camioneta favorita. Waooo. Gracias

[@batuhandoganer7665]

does she have instagram?

[@tonymillar5342]

"Utalitarian" ??? Seriously ???

[@jerrymyahzcat]

Not a fan of the dark, black, gloomy interiors.

[@lukeowen3660]

What a compromise of a vehicle, overweight, oversized, not much space inside, leaf springs, completely stupid car for these times.

[@Bazzbian]

When a man reviews a Biturbo, it lacks power, is weak and vastly inferior to the v6. When a woman reviews the Biturbo, its nice and strong with plenty of power in reserve. =D

[@0794505311]

Seriously why the hell someone with 99 percent negative on this brand. As my understanding since ranger its top quality ute in the market regarding tech and comfort. So please go back to your sponsorship to get your bonus.

[@bazza2540]

Prefer Emily's review to everyone eles's here on carsguide