The New V6 Ford Ranger Takes On the World’s Toughest Towing Test!

[@billspud2975]

Mr. Truck, you have changed lol

[@maxracingteam23]

I just came down that hill last week. It is steep as heck. 2 brake applications on the ranger is impressive. Hats off to ford once again.

[@mattwebb6437]

That gear indicator is everything. Every manufacturer needs to include that.

[@volvo09]

Yep, I love to know what gear my truck is in, even though it's an auto.

[@richardhouvener6423]

My 2014 F150 has one and a transmission temperature gauge and I have been looking for a replacement truck that has them also. I was very glad to see that this Ranger has them both.

[@johnminichielli8957]

Best mid-sized towing truck overall----now just give it to me in an extended cab with a 6 foot bed.

[@NoharaLoco-gw8ld]

I would be ecstatic if we got the hybrid or ranger super duty but nope.

[@oni-one574]

Never will happen again.

[@motormouth2472]

@@johnminichielli8957 you sir are a man of culture

[@cwqrpportable]

That, would be a dream come true!

[@broeheemed32]

Nope. Reclining third-row seating will be standard by 2026.

[@R3benga]

Hope Mr Truck is still going to be involved

[@AIGeneratedUser]

Me too. Main reason why I used to watch no offense Andre haha

[@rumhave9632]

For reference, the old 4.0 had 160 hp and 225 lb-ft of torque. This 2.7 is an amazing powertrain.

[@rhekman]

I watched the teardown of the 2.7L Nano V6 over on the I Do Cars channel, and the engineering is remarkable. The compacted graphite iron block is tiny, and then the intricate casting of the spidery mid-block/bed plate is just amazing. That bottom end is sooo beefy for such small displacement. Then the cylinder heads are a thing of beauty, both port and direct injection, and water cooled cast-in exhaust manifolds. I've rebuilt the 4.0 in my 90's Ranger to go half a million miles, but if it ever dies, I want to swap in a 2.7.

[@Accretiondisc]

@@rumhave9632 My 06 4.0 has 207 HP & 238 lb.ft.

[@simonfournier6480]

@@rumhave9632 some say 160 at 3000 rpm but 207 HP at 5200

[@Gene1969]

Exactly!

[@zandaughtry7936]

@simonfournier6480 2 different engines. The 4.0 OHV Cologne made 160 and 225 while the 4.0 Cologne SOHC makes 207 and 238

[@poppyneese1811]

Like the 2.7 Ecoboost powered F150, I bought my second with the tiny V6 in 23 and both have been flawless. Yesterday we drove from Harrisonburg Virginia back home to Southern West Virginia down interstate 81 and 400 lbs of torque is so nice on a busy highway getting trapped behind semi’s and a hole opens in the passing lane and you go for it, no worries.

[@volvo09]

When I went truck shopping I was interested in an f150 with the 3.5, first truck I drove was the 2.7, stomped on the gas going about 10, the tires screeched and it took off! I was thrilled with it. Didn't even bother test driving a 3.5.

[@snacking5908]

If the 2.7 is that good in the f150, the Ranger should be even better

[@ALMX5DP]

@@snacking5908 fractionally, but remember the Ranger isnt that much lighter than the F-150 and (arguably) may be a smidge less aerodynamic.

[@cliffordmontana4562]

@@volvo09 Yeah, the 2.7 ecoboost flies! I don’t see the point in the 3.5, especially since the 2.7 is a better built engine.

[@F9FCJ429]

Another thumbs up for the 2.7, I have 155K trouble free miles on my 2015 F150 FX4 Lariat, 19.4 avg mpg since I drove her off the lot brand new, and I that includes a lot of 85 mph freeway speed out in west Texas. Liked it so much I ordered the same engine for my 2023 Bronco OBX two door. Just did the Ford Pro-Cal tune for the Bronco, with factory 4.27 gears and the snappy 10 speed it turned the machine into a Q-ship, no one expects a Bronco to light the afterburners like it does now. Get the tune if you don’t mind 91+ octane fuel costs.

[@edaddyx2hansonjr436]

The 8 speed in the Colorado is really holding that truck back. Engine is more than capable. This Ranger is a hell of a truck regardless.

[@ALMX5DP]

I dont think it's the transmission and I really dont think there is anything holding it back necessarily. It's just a different philosophy, which seems to be more to act like a small diesel than it does a turbocharged gasoline engine. The rear ends and some transmission ratios dont necessarily help it feel peppy or responsive, but for a truck I dont think that is necessarily a bad thing.

[@duramaxadventures5832]

​​@@ALMX5DPI mean sure .... But It gets 5-8 MPG towing. And can't make torque well when temps are over 80 outside. Then has to rev to the moon.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@duramaxadventures5832 Turbocharged gasoline engines do tend to suffer when laden like that. And yeah that would be unfortunate if the Colorado has inadequate cooling, that may be the achilles heel then if so. But my 5.0 revs to the moon too when towing heavy and it's not necessarily a bad thing. Probably has the added benefit of keeping EGTs down on a turbocharged engine instead of pushing a lot of boost at lower RPM.

[@duramaxadventures5832]

@@ALMX5DP yeah they get crazy high Intake temps. As in 160F into the manifold after the intercooler. But that isn't diesel like behavior at all.

[@mdubiansky603]

GM trucks are under-geared. 3.42 when the Ford is 3.73.

[@JamesBabb]

Where is Mr Truck? Noooooooo…

[@steveam29]

2.7L is one of Fords best engines. Has been for a while now.

[@jvogel431]

The "Ike" is the signature project of TFLT. I find it oddly satisfying to watch your tests on this iconic road. For this one, I wonder why you didn't match the trailer weight from your prior mid-sized truck tests? That seems to be a key variable and will now leave everyone debating the conclusion about the Ford being the best towing mid-sized.

[@shitloveaduck]

They don’t have that Dakota anymore and the trailer has changed as well. They do two types of Ike Gauntlet. To day was just the Ike Gauntlet towing a weight of 5000 lbs. then there’s a Super Ike. Both are representative, but for a mid size truck, you generally don’t tow more than 5,000 lbs. this last batch though, with the exception of the Nissan Frontier and the Jeep Gladiator have reached a new plateau. They generally CAN tow up to their maximums, even the 2.3 litre Ranger. The naturally aspirated Frontier 3.8 struggled a bit and the 3.6 Gladiator was sucking wind bad at the top! The 2.7 EcoBoost has always punched way above its weight class in the trucks, including the F150s. Still outperforms the 5.0 at anything above sea level, then the 5.0 looses off the line, but catches up.

[@percivalgooglyeyes6178]

Yes, why wouldn't TFLT match the weights? Now they need to do a Super Ike at maximum towing capacity!

[@shitloveaduck]

@ - they have always varied it. The 2.3 can do the Super Ike with no issues. The 2.7 will be about the same as you saw today with fuel economy dropping to 5.5 mpg or so. They use what they have, towing the SxS is a very typical load towed by midsized trucks. So you can think for yourselves or look back in the video history. They have thousands of them!

[@johnkoko]

Holding the phone like she's watching reels and listening to the "uh-huhs" sounds just like road tripping with my wife.

[@Gene1969]

Get that woman a hat! Also, you can tell she's a native by her sneakers in the snow. The Ranger is great. I just wish for two things: An Extended Cab with a six foot bed and the Heavy Duty version that they get everywhere else in the world.

[@Miguelneyney]

Great review!! Ranger did an awesome job even on cruise control all the way up.

[@BocoGreenpeace]

Back in ‘17, a 6100 lbs enclosed trailer was used to compare a v6 Colorado and 2.8 Duramax Canyon. Why only a 5k trailer today, towing a less weight with less aerodynamic drag?

[@cliffordmontana4562]

Exactly. This trailer has SO much less drag than an enclosed trailer. When I pull my enclosed trailer it feels like I’m towing a kite.

[@Slane583]

I don't like how their fancy tow mode puts the 4x4 on just to pull stuff. For me 4x4 is and always will be last-resort use for bad weather conditions. If you need 4x4 you shouldn't be driving 60mph.

[@pryme2013]

Ford is paying either directly or indirectly for a result. This helps ensure that result.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@pryme2013 sounds like a conspiracy theory.

[@duramaxadventures5832]

Because OEM said "the owners that buy these don't tow stuff like that, if they tow stuff like that they go 1/2 ton or HD" when they all started struggling with heat.

[@slmjake]

Thanks for another great video! Holding out till they offer a 6 foot bed

[@jordan4328]

Ford knocked it out of the park with this one.

[@steveam29]

Jen is great. Do kind of miss Mr Truck for the Ike though.

[@AIGeneratedUser]

@@steveam29 do we know if he is fully retired with this stuff? He was the main reason I used to watch lol

[@AIGeneratedUser]

I feel the same way. Love Jen but miss Mr Truck

[@monkeyCmonkeyDoo]

Mr.Truck isn't a smoke show though. I'll take Jen any day.

[@gregoverley5349]

Just bought the Ranger Lariat with the 2.7 and love it. I wanted it to tow my boat and am happy to see how well it did and look forward to putting mine to the test next spring!

[@JoseHernandez-co4mw]

I have owned a 2018 stx 2.7 amazing truck and currently own a 2.7 f150 sport 2021 no problem

[@Memeteam903]

The 2.7 eco boost may be fords most reliable engine. Great powertrain.

[@charlesjackson1700]

@@Memeteam903 In the past the 2.7 engine has been one of the worst..

[@adamh2203]

Hopefully they fixed the intake valve issue.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@charlesjackson1700 maybe the short lived first iteration, but since 2018 it's been pretty good.

[@wjtinatl]

Great engine and transmission combo. I’ve got the 2.7 with the 10-speed in my Bronco and it’s fantastic incredibly smooth and torquey right off idle, very much like a large displacement pushrod V8. But give it the pedal and it screams to the redline like a high performance multi valve engine. I average about 19 mpg and have experienced zero issues. I’d buy another in a heartbeat.

[@nm-qt2hb]

Perfect combination. The 2.7 works great in the Ranger. Nice video TFL, not very long and more than enough information.

[@DouvikasC]

Jen is ok for this level of truck, but when you test the HDs I expect to see Mr. truck.

[@duggydo]

I miss Mr. Truck. At least Andre is carrying on the cowboy hat tradition.

[@eddiemcfadden4386]

Where did Mr truck go?

[@pranitupponi4332]

Passed away

[@eddiemcfadden4386]

​@pranitupponi4332, wow, I wasn't aware.

[@markv78]

I think they would have mentioned if that was the case.

[@mousahassan7938]

Is that the girl who tests TV's on another channel

[@Kahless00]

Can't do towing tests unless you're wearing a flannel. Thems the rules.

[@EricFortuneJr.]

10:48 I'm glad you mentioned that it doesn't have a plastic cover and it's by design. I'm not a fan of plastic covers. There's other reviewers on yt who seems to think that everything needs to be buried in plastic covers because it looks pretty. 😍 I'm not w fan of all that junk. I'd rather see a bird's nest of wiring, vacuum lines and hoses. The only thing that needs a cover is the GDI pump.

[@volvo09]

If you flip the plastic cover over there is often sound deadening foam underneath it to quiet the clicks from the fuel injectors and rattle from direct injection. They aren't always just for looks.

[@markv78]

I think regardless Ford could do a better job routing houses and wires etc to make it look better thus not needing a cover to hide the mess . At 40 to 60 k they gotta do better .

[@johnhart5102]

Great video. I agree that it's a very well rounded rig

[@freddymardiceii3273]

All the negative comments about Jen is unfortunate 😢 yes she's not Mr. Truck, but I'm always open to new things and being a truck/car enthusiast, this helps make the content more enjoyable and adds another point of view! Give her a chance! Great job Jen!!! You and Andre make a great team!! 🤘

[@joelmora2826]

She adds nothing except for yup yup yeah

[@bigjoe8198]

where is Mr. Truck...? Who is this girl?

[@anthonyc1883]

Mr. Truck has been seen only sporadically in the last year or so. That's Jen, she's been with TFL for maybe a couple/several months by now.

[@chuckgrenci6404]

No doubt a great towing vehicle, and I can't remember the weight of the mid-sized towing test, but from the Colorado clip, the trailer was towing a Dodge Dakota, right; so not apples to apples either.

[@mikefoehr235]

Looks like Mr. Truck has transitioned.

[@J.W.W.]

Best downhill in TFL history? Or not enough weight for good comparison

[@BocoGreenpeace]

The best downhill midsize truck was a ‘17 Canyon Denali 2.8 Duramax with 6100 lbs in tow that required only 1 brake application.

[@spyder000069]

Not enough weight. This was a load suitable for a ridgeline. Not ford's best midsize towing configuration.

[@NoharaLoco-gw8ld]

They were using comparable weight to the big test they ran against other trucks earlier in the year. The one where they ran everyone so they standardized on 5k lbs because others cant do 7k plus. Doubtless they will do a super ike for this truck, thats the one where they test it at its maximum. So folks claiming they are paid, need to actually watch their towing tests.

[@NoharaLoco-gw8ld]

I went back and checked, I stand corrected they towed 6200lbs in the big test. I cant vouch for why they didnt use the same weight but I agree its not a fair comparison at all. 1200lbs is a big difference to a small engine truck and you cannot claim its superior when testing to a lighter standard.

[@PrivateUsername]

Y'all should post the window sticker of the trucks you test.

[@tyler87kelley]

Wish ford made a high trim level in the ranger to compete more with the canyon denali.

[@winstondeocampo699]

Mr. Truck brings the intangibles to these towing tests.

[@sblsbl7600]

Lighter load than the other trucks pulled.

[@m9b7v5]

Test drove one and loved it. Wife made me buy a Ranger Raptor though😢. Just have to use the 2500 to tow I guess.

[@redskins1120]

Next time man up and buy what you want.

[@darylhagle8565]

Wife told the man what type of truck to buy ! 🤣

[@joaquinpaul8205]

@@m9b7v5 hey, the Raptor is the best of the bunch anyway if you don't mind the premium. And at 58k, you get a lotta truck for the money, the Tacomas are 65k+ with a 4cyl and this has better suspension, 400+hp V6. And you already have a 2500 for towing right?? That means you might be sharing this truck with the wife then?? I think you made the right call brother

[@joverih5132]

Dont say just V6, its V6 turbo.

[@fullspeedfordbronco]

Twin turbo 😅

[@cg1288]

Wait a minute. I am a Ford fan all the way, but you should have put the same yellow Dodge on to get an exact duplication on the Chevy test. I find it hard to believe the weight is anywhere near the same.

[@TFLtruck]

The yellow Dodge was sold a long time ago. ☹️

[@johntoth7598]

Good thing , Andrey Sold that Chevy Colorado for a Toyota Tundra with V8 . 12 Brake applications is way too much . Great job with Jen and Andrey , on this Ike Gauntlet test of this impressive Ford Ranger 2 .7 litre engine.

[@TFLtruck]

Thank you for the feedback.

[@matthewprather7386]

Needed to be same weight.. I get the impression the two brake applications might have been quite a lot more with same weight as the other trucks as the engine was just barely holding less than 60 in third gear. And, if it hadn’t held speed I think it would have upshifted, which would have reduced the engine brake advantage.

[@user-cs1ne8gx9u]

Mr truck has gotten some work done I guess.

[@WaspMedia3D]

Well it is 2024 ... a lot easier these days than it used to be. The result turned out quite nice, actually - so glad 'they' didn't go with the green hair.

[@daveroush4896]

This is the Truck that I am interested in.

[@broeheemed32]

"What's with the cowboy hat?" Well.... what's that thing on HER head?

[@FiLTHiE_jERMz]

Do a full size truck towing comparison shootout next!

[@jacobmoll2878]

Wasn't the ike with all the midsize more like 6000 lbs and that's why the Ridgeline didn't participate in that section of testing?

[@carvealegoff]

Not even close to the same weight hauled. You can’t guess what it would do if it carried the same weight. It’s like telling the examiner, I would have done better on Wednesday so mark me 100%.

[@marvinhultman9185]

I love the world's toughest towing test.... but the world's toughest towing test is waaay better with Mr. Truck

[@turnerruma5977]

Hey TFL, please send some of that snow to Ohio for us.

[@Ogdin3]

The Colorado with the 2.8 diesel is the best towing midsized truck.

[@cliffordmontana4562]

@@Ogdin3 Lol. No it isn’t.

[@brettsuydam7457]

Isn’t that a much lighter load than on the shootout?

[@TFLtruck]

It’s about 1,000 lbs lighter.

[@peterrichard267]

How do “brake applications” determine anything? Are you measuring the EXACT force and time by which you’re applying the brake?

Engine braking reduces the heat buildup on the brakes, long downhill runs can overheat the brakes which causes fade and eventually brake failure.

[@WaspMedia3D]

They are measuring the number of "brake applications" needed to keep the vehicle between 50 and 60. Hence the label for the test called "brake applications". I don't think this is complicated ... The less you have to apply the brakes, the easier it is on the brakes, and the more control you have as a driver ... surely that counts for something?

[@VAZSFV4]

Andre’s shoulders hurt from carrying the dialogue from this entire video

[@anthonyc1883]

Well, she's learning. Better than having someone running at the mouth without enough knowledge. (edited to add: But your comment was good)

[@heyRex]

Exactly what Mr. Truck would have said 10:40

[@TheNewenglandboys]

Ok so all we know about her is that apparently her name is Jen. No introduction of her? What are her credentials? Where’s Mr Truck? The video was good but you missed the mark Andre by not giving us any info about her.

[@TheBeatenPaths]

Not surprised at this. Ford trucks are work trucks, even the Rangers.

[@davidgrothen3943]

I believe the downhill champ is still the 2.8L Colorado.

[@roberthopkins2494]

Should have let Jen drive to get the prospective of someone who hasn't towed much.

[@1225KPH]

Crash closes the Eisenhower Tunnel.....

[@spyder000069]

Why so light for an IKE? Would have preferred it closer to the 6-7k lbs to be more comparable with the other midsize tests.

[@spyder000069]

Wait.. Gave it the best midsize title after an under weight test? Did they even do the sound meter test? While I suspect this config probably is the best midsize for towing I dont think you can give it that title without a more apples to apples test.

[@NoharaLoco-gw8ld]

I may have to go watch that one again but I thought the big one was at 5k as well?

[@spyder000069]

@@NoharaLoco-gw8ld in the past the ike was supposed to be at the top end of their tow capacity. maybe they neutered the last one if the Honda Ridgeline was in the lineup.

[@NoharaLoco-gw8ld]

Nope, checked it and they did 6200lbs in that one. I think the truck they were towing was Mr. Trucks dakota so they probably couldnt use it but why not make a similar load? Maybe time constraints or something, but needs to be an apples to apples test to be legit crowning it over the colorado.

[@TheNotimprezed]

We complain about price, but dont want to jump down trim levels or size to get close to what we currently own. I have an 18 F150, its a Lariat, crew cab 4x4 with every option but ACC. The sticker was like $62k and rebates, discounts, negotiating I bought for $48k. When I build an equally optioned F150 its now $78k and a Ranger is $58k, but a Lariat Ranger doesnt have 4auto like the F150 has, which i consider a must have. I wouldn't even consider this truck unless it was sub $40k and I won't consider another F150 unless its sub $60k OTD but they are not even close to having big enough rebates to get the price even close to the old msrp. Otherwise new cars can rot on dealer lots, like they are currently doing - there are leftover 2022s on lots! But manufacturers and dealers are still waiting for some sucker to walk in the door and pay sticker on a 3 year old "new" car. No bailouts for Detroit this time, let them fail and be liquidated.

[@adambower5591]

Absolutely....I'll drive the wheels of my current truck before I pay these prices.

[@xxphactor]

Jen is what we call faking it until you make it.

[@behemoko]

"That doesn't look familiar" Posted 1 minute ago. Ah, no wonder, heh

[@aroundthegroundlandscaping7107]

Tfl should make a t shirt that says 7% to be exact! It would sell like hot cakes. Maybe have the Ike symbol on it

[@peerooanas6366]

Bring mr truck back, he is better

[@parkerdalo3248]

All these AI slop comments...

[@Rafegaret]

Couldn't agree more. Do they think people wouldn't notice?

[@terrancerafiner]

Fr

[@duramaxadventures5832]

PUT an enclosed behind that bad boy! SUPER IKE please

[@cadenclark6301]

Andre, I wish I were able to come to Colorado to see you and reshape your cowboy hat to make it look like you didn’t go to Walmart to get it, lol. Not hate, but, it could definitely use some help.

[@anthonyc1883]

Didn't even know that was a thing. Interesting!

[@cadenclark6301]

@ yessir, you want to reshape to fit your face and make it look a lot less “off the shelf". You want to customize to you, not just get a cheap looking hat from the store and put it on and say it’s done. For Andre, I would go for a 4 1/2” brim that would fit his shoulder width better and also fits closer to his ears better instead of looking like it’s barely sitting on top of his head. He’s a bigger guy that’s wearing too small of a hat, then I’d shape the brim to fit his features better. Being that it’s colder in Colorado this time of year, a good felt would go a long way. Right now he’s trying to LOOK the part of Mr. Truck, get the right hat and right shape, he can become Mr. Truck and be more confident in doing it! Again, no hate on Andre, just coming from a guy that has been raised up in the cowboy culture all his life. It’s not about a fashion statement, it’s about the lifestyle.

[@anthonyc1883]

@@cadenclark6301 Very cool. Thanks. If Andre would follow your tips, I'd love to see the difference!

[@wizzle0979]

Keep the turbos in diesels. Just go with naturally aspirated larger displacement engines

[@fullspeedfordbronco]

The 2.7L is built a lot like a diesel. Compact graphite block, fractured main caps, domed pistons, offcenter connecting rods, the robust crank girdle.

[@wizzle0979]

@ then leave it naturally aspirated. Keep these engines simple and they’ll last longer. These engines simply are not lasting as long. Toyota should have never replaced their 3.5 engine they had in their Tacoma.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@wizzle0979 why then do you not advocate for diesels to remain naturally aspirated? They'd last longer too right?

[@MilanPalushaj-uh3df]

I can’t wait to see HD ram 2025 on this road

[@gdub350]

Normally an attractive female would make the male viewers happy, oddly enough not having an older man is making them upset.

[@anthonyc1883]

Good one. Such is the mystical, mythical appeal of Mr Truck, apparently.

[@oldnumber6]

@@gdub350 I was thinking the same thing. I've never seen so many people this desperate to see another man

[@ribbit1964]

Andrey, the Ike and Mr Truck - that’s the way the universe intended! No offense to Jen, love watching you find your place with TFL and that they trust you enough to be involved with so many but the OG’s are best! Git er done!

[@lidolf8168]

I’m assuming that this is just a demo maybe? But why isn’t that bad boy loaded all the way to the max? I’m assuming this truck has a higher tow rating than 5,000.

[@aycz]

Is this the same 2.7L in the F150? Is this the best mid size truck in the market right now? Would like one but damn they are near $50k.

[@fullspeedfordbronco]

Yes, but a different transmission. The Ranger is using the 10R60

[@apluspressurecleaning3758]

I don’t know where you found this intelligent, quick fitted young lady but she is the perfect compliment to Andre. I can’t wait for their banter to further develop. She is absolutely professional, knowledgeable and focused. I expect her to be an asset to the team.

[@sneeds-feed-n-seed]

easy on the glazing b0t

[@TeamHeat604]

You are just saying words... she is a waste of space

[@SSgt-]

Needs a longer bed, the right width for most garages but not enough bed space. 🤦‍♂️

[@OldWorldHandyman]

Great engine, not available on the xl trim. Can you address this to Ford?

[@Slane583]

I don't like how the tow-mode puts the truck in 4x4, you shouldn't need 4x4 to tow something. Older trucks were still capable of pulling similar weight with 4 gears while in 2wd. Trucks have double the amount of gears and are a mile long now you'd figure it would be able to pull in 2wd like everything else.

[@williampresley3000]

If this is going to be a thing,she needs a hat.

[@4vinylsound]

What's a Fourf gear?

[@anthonyc1883]

Ouch, lol.and that's not just a one-time thing. But Andre's command of English is very impressive considering it's not his native tongue.

[@zachlafond2652]

Maybe Mr Truck was at the saloon.

[@liveoak7838]

yes, make it less expensive. I don't need a big ol screen. make a work truck with basic knobs dials and buttons. I already have a phone with a screen.

[@Rick-vg2pz]

Where is Mr truck?

[@Thankyou_3]

Where is the old guy? I enjoyed watching Mr. Truck. Not enjoying this duo combination As a guest is fine but not as regular combination. It takes decades of experience to add anything informational. It’s called college of life experience of towing and hauling….

[@colorowdy7907]

Some of my favorite episodes are IKE tests! 2 things... Andre... you need a better hat man, real cowboys (which you are) wear felt hats after labor day, not straw, and that hat doesn't fit you very good my friend, lets get you a nice looking hat ! Secondly, Jen (Ms. Truck) Needs a cowgirl hat of her own ! Keep up the great work !

[@DB-os7wl]

This may very well be my next truck. Or a 2.7 equipped F-150 since they can be had for cheaper than the rangers. I’m a Toyota traditionalist but I’ve been fed up with their recent poor build quality and reliability issues with their engines and transmissions. Toyota is overpriced as well for what you get and the Tacoma is no longer what it was.

[@leftycosta1899]

Transmission temps never increased?

[@anthonyc1883]

Yes, no discussion of the state of the vehicle. Probably means all was good.

[@Combat556]

No push button start on the Ranger ?

[@MeliorIlle]

MR TRUCK OR WE RIOT

[@cliffordmontana4562]

Where is Mr Truck?

[@anthonyc1883]

Hopefully somewhere doing some 12-ounce curls.

[@mattsedgwick3082]

The 2.7 is in the ford fusion sport

[@fullspeedfordbronco]

The traversal motors are gen 1, so they miss out on a lot of improvements. Biggest one piston cooling gallery and dual injection.

[@mattsedgwick3082]

All the more to go wrong thought but I feel ya

[@jimfields9491]

Did I miss it but what is the normal driving mpg?

[@lutomson3496]

Lets see how long these engines last before self destruction

[@NoharaLoco-gw8ld]

In fairness, the 2.7 wasnt always grenading. Iirc the bronco had a bad run with them, mostly in relation to the transmission, but that was fixed. These have been in the f-150 for years and by most accounts are fantastic and reliable engines. The 3.5 has a spottier reputation even though folks love its power. The only one I know that consistently grenades is the 3 cylinder eb from the bronco sport. That thing is garbage through and through.

[@BigInjun05]

Paid someone to agree with andre.

[@Tsxtasy1]

This new chick seems uncomfortable

[@B49nope]

Where is Mr.Truck?

[@johnmark0312]

So long as it aint Nathan im good

[@johanchastain]

Andrey I'm from Texas where we wear cowboy hats year around. You can't wear a straw hat in winter. U look like a dork or a (dood) felt hat in winter .

[@anthonyc1883]

That's great there's a pecking order in cowboy hats. As a Chicagoan, I had no idea.

[@mikecon7634]

Did Mr Truck transition?