Lol, I keep reading "it's overpriced" I looked at and drove a Tacoma trd pro, they wouldn't budge on 50k... all of the dealerships. My head hit the roof going over speed bumps, my legs are straight out like I'm driving a sports car and the transmission is garbage, jumping all over the place. I'm very happy with my Lariat, especially when at a stop light next to a Tacoma lol.
Just sold my 2013 Tacoma Pro and got a 2020 Lariat FX4 and man, do I hear ya haha. The Tacoma was a great vehicle for me, and that 4x4 got me out of some tricky situations (one particularly bad one was flooded out, muddy campsite in Tennessee -- stuck 4x4s everywhere and I slow crawled a camping trailer out of there navigating around stuck trucks), but if my Lariat drives in 4x4 even remotely as well as my Tacoma did, this truck is by far the better ride and worth the price.
I agree. I have a bee 2019 tacoma. The transmission alone makes me want to trade it in ASAP, and I’m planning on it very soon. The new Tacoma’s are so bad right now I don’t k ow how there isnt a class action lawsuit against Toyota.
thats what I’ve heard about this gen of tacomas... transmission is just complete shit, obviously there is Toyota reliability and whatever but if you just want a solid truck I’d get the Ford Ranger or Chevy colorado/GMC Canyon
I had a 18 Colorado which had bad transmission/torque converter issues. Traded that in for a 20 Tacoma and it has a sluggish gear hunting transmission with awful brakes. Been thinking about the ranger or next gen frontier for my next ride. I just want a peppy smooth reliable fun to drive 4x4 truck that’s capable and delivers on interior space and a quality build all around.
I bought the exact Ranger shown in this vehicle...I love it and so does everyone that sees it! The ride is great and I don't miss my larger 1/2 ton Silverado at all!
Yes comes with 2 ratings, if it has a class 4 hitch it's rated 7500, the rear step & tow is rated at 3500 and comes with a flat 4 wiring under the bumper, the class 4 model has a 7 pin & flat 4 under the connection.
Just passed 10k miles on my Ranger and no issues so far. Did lose a couple mpg with the tires, lift, and heavy foot. But not much to complain about. Get complements on it all the time and enjoying it very much. Especially if a taco wants to line up at a stoplight
For the exact setup that this truck is running it will tow up to 7500 pounds when equipped with the Factory Trailer Tow Package and after market trailer brake controller where required by law. Ford's own documentation shows this. If the truck does not come with a trailer tow package and you are using what is called "Bumper Pull" where you mount a ball directly to the bumper it should not exceed 3500 pounds. No Google is not a throne of lies, nor is Luciano incorrect. What we have here is a misunderstanding of the vehicles tow ratings. A little additional reading of the vehicle documentation will show the correct information for this truck that you reviewed.Sources: 1. I own a new Ford Ranger after researching the capabilities of this platform extensively.2.www.ford.com/cmslibs/content/dam/brand_ford/en_us/brand/resources/general/pdf/guides/20Towing_Ford_Ranger_Oct15.pdf Hope this clears up the misunderstanding.
Luciano Bustos ; I'm thinking about getting a 2020 Ranger this year.. But these days at $30,000 to $40,000 a person wants to get something that isn't falling apart or has to be in the shop for some little non-sense.. I am wondering how you would describe the Ranger from your experience... How long you have had it, how many miles on the truck.. I'd appreciate your input, and thank you. ..
No one can afford a new truck anymore - at least people with a sensible head on their shoulders. I wouldn't feel comfortable paying this much for a truck unless I made 3x what it cost.
You know that you can lease the truck. It baffles my mind when people say, " Cars are so expensive. The price is too much." Yet spend $1,000 on a smart phone. I have no problem buying a Ford Raptor right now. Even a ranger.
that has to be one of the dumbest comments I’ve read in a while. You just made the argument that a new vehicle isn’t that much to a person since they’ve bought a $1000 phone?
I read your nonsense, did you? You’re arguing for leasing a truck, and then pointing fingers at people who say trucks are too expensive but buy a thousand dollar phone, lololol. A thousand dollar device is not the same as a 40K+ truck. What planet are you on?
I have this truck in a 2019 model and I like it. However there are still some things missing in a truck that cost nearly 45K. No power sliding rear window, no power tail gate, no heated steering wheel, no split rear seat, no memory function in power driver seat, no moon roof. I am starting think that Ford is really taking advantage of their customers AGAIN. I still bought the truck knowing all this. Maybe Ford knows mr better that I know myself. Perhaps I can have the last word by taking my next purchase elsewhere.
Dung Teller that’s where ford has it , this is a work horse it’s made to be used . Unlike the Tacoma that’s made for old people to drive to the gym and back home , as the Colorado? It looks like they cheap out every year on the interior
@@kevinortiz1210 Yes the truck is all that and despite my feelings about what it doesn't have I still love this truck. I love the feel of it. I saw a post on a 20 and those options I desired are still not included.
JimBear of Baltimore go complain about the Tacoma and Colorado as well , mid size trucks are expensive if you can’t afford it then don’t talk down on it
@MotorcycleMan the 2019 lariat trim is going for $39k to $41k and the xlt is going for $31k to $33k and the stx $28k to $31k all 4X4 and or with the fx4 package so the prices ain't bad compared to similar other brands trims
@MotorcycleMan yep I'm waiting for either the bronco or jeep gladiator but I like the ranger as well it's got it's own uniqueness the mustang engine if I get it I'll be tuning it roush got a power pack for it along with some nice off road rims and tires and a leveling kit maybe a Ford performance exhaust too
idk why more ppl dont just buy a midsize truck now... better gas money and plenty powerful/efficient... most ppl with F-150s, Silverados, and Rams dont even really use their truck they just like having a V8.
to a Raptor? Maybe after you put on Fox stage 3 coilovers and change the tires to Falken All Terrains in 285/70/R17, but definitely not as it comes off the lot.
Towing capacity is 7500lbs with the trailer tow package, not 3500lbs like you stated. 3500lbs is only applicable when towing with a ball installed directly in the bumper.
@@chriss7345 I've jsut always wanted a raptor in a ranger size haha. But I wont be able to get a vehicle for another 2-3 years anyways so I just sit back and wait.
@@akro187 Right and even with the 2021 F-150’s, just wait until the 2nd or 3rd year of the new generation so all the kinks/bugs can get worked out of them.
The problem is, the baby Raptor is the Colorado ZR2. It starts at 44k which is what the Ranger is optioned up. But, the Ranger isn't anywhere near as capable as the ZR2, mostly because of the front lockers on the ZR2 and the far superior shocks. I'm not a Chevy guy but calling this a baby Raptor is illogical. Ford has a big pricing problem if it brings the Ranger-Raptor to the US.
Went back and forth between the Ranger and the Colorado/Canyon. If I had unlimited funds, I would have gotten a 4WD Canyon with the diesel. I was trading an F-150 and Ford gave me the least for my 2 year old EcoBoost. I liked the twin turbos, I know many don’t, but it didn’t bother me on the Ranger.at the end of the search I wanted the Ranger, even though the engine was pretty noisy. 10 speed was awesome. I despise auto stop/start. Ended up with the Colorado as Chevy gave the best deal and gave me a lot more for that F-150.
12:01 - Oooh, a mountain of pallets! Oooh, a mountain palette!! Also, I'd instead save up a few extra monies and spring for a full-sized and nicely-optioned F-150 or similar. Everything's alright, I'll just say 'goodnight,' and I'll show myself to the door...
@@thehunter9149 I didn't mean to exclude the vehicle from rural areas. I was just saying that because the full size trucks are difficult to park and manuver in city centers
@@-WhizzBang- Currently cross shopping the two. You're flat out wrong. Similarly equipped an F-150 (or any other fullsize) is minimum $10k more. To get a 4x4 V8 F-150 with the same amenities and tech as this loaded Ranger, you're basically looking at Platinum FX4. That MSRPs about $20k more than the truck he reviewed. Doesn't really matter anyways, as mommy isn't going to buy you either unless you clean your room, son.
I was hoping u would address the off road capabilities and maybe compare them to your Raptor. I think the FX4 pkg has 3 skid plates underneath ? Otherwise great info vid as always you are very thorough . Thanks
Beats up on V6 tacos, Colorado, and gladiator’s all day. Closest all out run was vs a zr2 and after sport/manual shift he got a good look at my tailgate. Can’t wait to tune it
Yup ,and for what they cost, spend a few grand more and you can buy a REAL truck like the F150 with a 5.0 Liter, which is 10 times better than this piece of junk.
Maybe try out the roush performance power pack but yeah I'd like it a little better too if it had 300+ horsepower to directly compete with the Colorado but I'm guessing Ford didn't want it to be quicker than the F150 because it is a lot lighter
@@Lcr34 I believe the 2.3 in the RS has different oil and cooling passages than the Mustang and Ranger version. That's what led to problems they had with the RS because the wrong head gasket was installed on them.
The alternative to the raptor is to make the Ranger Raptor available in the US and price them a little more accordingly. You can get a Ranger Raptor over seas for around 10k US dollars less than a XLT 4x4 super crew with no leather and no bedliner. And the Raptor comes with all the options and a bedliner and leather seats. But for no other reason other than greed The raptor will remain ultra exclusive in the USA. F150 raptor cost as much as a Shelby or new corvette. Not to mention this Ranger is a 10 yr old design. Most fan boys think its great. I do like this Ranger, but to much asking price for what you get. The price they are asking on these 10 yrs old design rangers is the same reason why there will not be a Ranger Raptor in the US any time soon. Rest of the world has far better raptor access as ford puts it, than the USA does. Waiting to see if anything changes in the pricing and design on the 2021 model. Once Ford has gouged US consumers enough on these decade old rangers. Again. I like the truck and really want one. But the price for what it is is a no.
Picachuu 3 exactly , people need to stop living in the past . People love to complain about the rangers price but go and buy a Tacoma or a Colorado it’s also expensive, that’s just how the midsize trucks are now a days
@@travelinben1966 You can still get the manual in the Tacoma, Gladiator, and Frontier, also sounds like the new upcoming Bronco will have a manual option too.
Between this and a Colorado ZR2 I assume this one would win as to comparing it? Looking at trading in my older 2011 2500HD for either a ford escape or a F150/Ranger. I want a truck so I can customize it.. cant customize a suv. I like the escape dashboard the best...
It should have the 2.7 . also a remote tailgate release and a soft drop gate would be nice . My 2019 f150 Lariat with the 502a pkg. has much more than this truck , i drove the new ranger and it was nice but the options they put on it and call it a Lariat are not enough for the money , apparently the "Lariat" option is the highest you can go, not a bad truck but i am glad i purchased the full size .
Pretty.....expensive for a small truck. I paid 36,000 for brand new F-150. Granted it does not have as much shiny stuff but it has more space and more power. Came stock with power windows, power mirrors, power doors, bucket seats, and more.
Nobody understands that this is what all these mid sized trucks go for. A comparable full-sized truck would easily be $15,000 more. And no you won’t get that much in the form of a rebate.
The nose dive is because when people load down their truck, it looks even. But this would look good with a leveling kit because Ford owners never use the bed of their truck.
Rather not have a squatted truck. They're so ugly. I like the nose a little down bc when you tow it doesnt mate you look like you have a squatted truck
Every dealer makes the mistake of saying the towing capacity is 3500lbs but the truth is it’s 3500lbs towing from the bumper. But with the tow bar the towing capacity is 7500lbs no mater which ranger you get those specs hold true. Do some research before you talk specs!!
Not even a Ranger Raptor is a great alternative to a Raptor. Still very capable though. Edit: It's my second choice if getting a Raptor is impossible or not practical, like in Europe. In that sense it's the best alternative to not getting a Raptor.
I owned the global version of this in the Fiji Islands. It had the 3.2 five liter diesel with 6 speed. The eco boost does not have good power off the line. Allot of turbo lag. The new Nissan Frontier's 3.8 DI with the Daimler Benz 9 speed is going to destroy this. And it will first do it in the old D40 body which should be a humiliation to ford. Next year gets the whole new body.
66skate That’s cool and all but why would you want to have to do all that? The rest of the trucks have a lever on the side of the seat and they flip up. I kid you not I flip my seats down a few times a week and sometimes I flip it down with my daughter in the back 60 /40
@@seadoo4life127 Some rarely carry people in the back but might want to carry stuff. Removing the seat entirely free's up more space. I know that flipping up the full size seats are easier. I had an 18 Raptor Supercab and usually kept the seats flipped up.
I know this is old, but I just found it. The answer to the question posed in the title is no. It's not even a good alternative to a Raptor, if you're looking for Raptor looks, suspension or performance. It can be, though, given the right after-market parts. To make Ranger comparable to the Raptor would require long-travel suspension, wide body panels, the ability to run larger tires and a good tuner to work on the engine and transmission. All of which is available, in the aftermarket, but not from Ford in the US market. Comparing the skid plate on each as the basis for your thesis is simply...a bad analogy(almost said "stupid" there). That skid plate is part of the FX4 package on Ranger, as well as F-150, regardless the trim level. You could have compared the Ranger Lariat to the F-150 XL and reached the same conclusion, using that thought process. Also, maybe when you state specs, you should read the spec sheet from the manufacturer. I don't know where you got the 3,500 lb. towing capacity claim, but the towing cap, directly from Ford, is 7,500 lbs on all trim levels and all packages.
But is it a better truck then a 2020 Ford F-350 King Ranch 6.7L V8 Diesel 4WD Crew Cab Long Box Pickup truck Description Model: 2020 Ford F-350 MSRP: $72,905 Horsepower: 475 hp @ 2,600 rpm Towing capacity: 12,000 lbs Engine: 6.7 L V8 diesel Curb weight: 6,972 lbs Tire size: LT275/65R18 Dimensions: 250-266″ L x 80-96″ W x 78-81″ H
What are you smoking... Your talking about a Klondike hoarse--- this one is just a little pinto not worth the price like your truck well worth its value!
I bought a ranger 9 no. ago a 2000 x- cab from original owner with 139 thousand miles on it all stock and original love it the water pump went out replaced it was stock manchanic couldn't believe it said don't build them like this anymore!!! all the light bulbs are stock !! 🤸😁😀 I got lucky on this find !!!
It is not a brand new model. This model and style of the truck has been for sale all over the rest of the world for the last 10 years, its an old design just new in america for the last bit of price gouging by Ford before they do a redesign. I was told though that there is no new ranger coming till maybe 2021 so we are still stuck in this one. You can forget a Ranger Raptor. That is another money move to keep the Raptor name super exclusive and very high priced. Ranger raptors over seas cost less than standard equipped XL's and a few XLT's , Cost less by a pretty good bit.
You know Fords by their distinctive chime tone. I always wanted to see a review of the Ranger. It was interesting you noted things it had your Raptor had or dod not have. I hope you are doing better. I wondered how tall you are. You said it in the video. I am surprised you did not compare it to a Chevrolet Colorado or GMC Canyon.
I actually test drove 2 of these with the FX4 package before deciding on the Ram bighorn, the 4 cylinder with turbos just dont have the reliability once you get up in miles 100000+, that's not an issue if you keep trading, but I tend to keep my trucks, still, it was a nice truck to drive, for anyone considering the Ranger, they are nice little trucks...the one i test drove was black, it really was a beautiful looking truck..but for the price , as Ben mentioned it's as much as a full size truck...
@@BenHardyCars haha, it was, but when I purchased the Bighorn it was back when Ram was offering the select inventory discount..so it had a significant discount to begin with, but taking the rebates out of the equation, the price on the Ranger is still a bit high..I thought the point was to market to people who want a truck without the big truck prices..🤷🏻♂️
@@andrewblain5660 in a effort to make it simple, just Do a search on Ford Ecoboost problems, endless videos will show up..the early eco boost engines had sever carbon build up due to the port injection system, as those older engines gained miles the problom became so sever Ford redesigned there 4 cyl engines to now have both direct and port injection...that great, but with the addition to adding the turbo they now added another level of complexity to a already stressed out engine..yes the engine is fast, yes the engine has power, any engine when new will perform, but long term results have shown issues with the eco boot 4cyl, GMC used the old style port injections on there GMC terrains, nothing but issues...now pair a 4cyl engine on a big Ford truck (Raptor) that's heavy, big tire's, and that some people beat the hell out of, do you really think that stock engine will go 100000 miles with no issues..? I'd post the links to the ford forums and you tube videos on this engine, but you can simply do that search for yourself...btw I should mention, I'm not saying all Ford's have the issue, there V8 has proven to be reliable..but the raptor for its size and weight, and off road capabilities, the stock 4 is similar to putting 4×4 stickers on a 2 wheel drive truck...agree or disagree look it up for yourself..
I own a 2020 ford ranger xlt FX4 mpg is around 17-21 but still great truck but wish they would have had the seat preset I'm 6ft. wife is 5ft. sucks when I get in after her and wish fx4 came with more of a off-road tire instead of a all terrain tires because it's more of a street Tire and not much of a off road tire and wish I could get a start option on my key fob but told because it's on ford pass that's why it don't offer it on xlt(?) but still don't get me wrong love my truck
Ya know there is a ranger raptor right lol. I dont think in the us sadly but would be dope even though i dont like ford. Was in a ranger with my brother nearly 12 years ago. Never seena human spine go thru someones back until an 18 wheeler ran us off the road and into a tree.
Love my stx ranger with tow package and locker . Lifted 3.5 inches and 32 bfg and side step still under 40g also 7 yr 70000 mile warranty bumper to bumper.
45,000 thousand ? for 49,000 you can get ford f150 lariat with a V8 or 50,800 you can get the 3.6 Eco booster the right price for that cheap ford ranger is 25,000 dollars
It's a lariat but the ranger vs a f150 250 ECT it's extremely lacking....so much that it's a complete embarrassing moment for ford......and I believe they are 45k+ which to be short on features is shitty.
Thank you for your click bait title....Mini Raptor? WTF?.....That Ranger is nothing special, Ford NEVER quit making them...oh yeah it's way over priced for a simple mid sized truck...AND I'm a Ford Fan Boy...
Lol, I keep reading "it's overpriced" I looked at and drove a Tacoma trd pro, they wouldn't budge on 50k... all of the dealerships. My head hit the roof going over speed bumps, my legs are straight out like I'm driving a sports car and the transmission is garbage, jumping all over the place.
I'm very happy with my Lariat, especially when at a stop light next to a Tacoma lol.
Just sold my 2013 Tacoma Pro and got a 2020 Lariat FX4 and man, do I hear ya haha. The Tacoma was a great vehicle for me, and that 4x4 got me out of some tricky situations (one particularly bad one was flooded out, muddy campsite in Tennessee -- stuck 4x4s everywhere and I slow crawled a camping trailer out of there navigating around stuck trucks), but if my Lariat drives in 4x4 even remotely as well as my Tacoma did, this truck is by far the better ride and worth the price.
Dur Duh Nissan Frontier. Kind cab is 25k with 4x4. Ain’t the prettiest on the inside but it’s the best for sure. 6.7k towe
I agree. I have a bee 2019 tacoma. The transmission alone makes me want to trade it in ASAP, and I’m planning on it very soon. The new Tacoma’s are so bad right now I don’t k ow how there isnt a class action lawsuit against Toyota.
thats what I’ve heard about this gen of tacomas... transmission is just complete shit, obviously there is Toyota reliability and whatever but if you just want a solid truck I’d get the Ford Ranger or Chevy colorado/GMC Canyon
I had a 18 Colorado which had bad transmission/torque converter issues. Traded that in for a 20 Tacoma and it has a sluggish gear hunting transmission with awful brakes. Been thinking about the ranger or next gen frontier for my next ride. I just want a peppy smooth reliable fun to drive 4x4 truck that’s capable and delivers on interior space and a quality build all around.
I bought the exact Ranger shown in this vehicle...I love it and so does everyone that sees it! The ride is great and I don't miss my larger 1/2 ton Silverado at all!
7500 pounds tow capacity, not 3500
Tow is 7500... also “those turbos” there is only one. Product knowledge before you post.
Yes comes with 2 ratings, if it has a class 4 hitch it's rated 7500, the rear step & tow is rated at 3500 and comes with a flat 4 wiring under the bumper, the class 4 model has a 7 pin & flat 4 under the connection.
3:03 More like 7500 lbs
That's what I read too, on multiple sites... this guy needs to fact check...
@@connorwilliams3463, he confused pounds with kilograms.
If it has the tow package on it, it increases it to 7,500 lbs
@@billdancejrjr1070they all are rated at 7500
It’s actually 7500 pound towing capacity
I hate all these comments about the price.....every other midsize besides the frontier is priced like this
Just passed 10k miles on my Ranger and no issues so far. Did lose a couple mpg with the tires, lift, and heavy foot. But not much to complain about. Get complements on it all the time and enjoying it very much. Especially if a taco wants to line up at a stoplight
It can tow 7500 pounds i got that truck
Luciano Bustos google sits on a throne of lies then
For the exact setup that this truck is running it will tow up to 7500 pounds when equipped with the Factory Trailer Tow Package and after market trailer brake controller where required by law. Ford's own documentation shows this. If the truck does not come with a trailer tow package and you are using what is called "Bumper Pull" where you mount a ball directly to the bumper it should not exceed 3500 pounds. No Google is not a throne of lies, nor is Luciano incorrect. What we have here is a misunderstanding of the vehicles tow ratings. A little additional reading of the vehicle documentation will show the correct information for this truck that you reviewed.Sources: 1. I own a new Ford Ranger after researching the capabilities of this platform extensively.2.www.ford.com/cmslibs/content/dam/brand_ford/en_us/brand/resources/general/pdf/guides/20Towing_Ford_Ranger_Oct15.pdf Hope this clears up the misunderstanding.
I paused and went to Google it myself. And found 7500 also. My 08 does like 5500-ish, which was my first sign that it didn't add up.
7500 with tow package is correct and 3500 without, is also correct 👍
Luciano Bustos
; I'm thinking about getting a 2020 Ranger this year.. But these days at $30,000 to $40,000 a person wants to get something that isn't falling apart or has to be in the shop for some little non-sense.. I am wondering how you would describe the Ranger from your experience... How long you have had it, how many miles on the truck.. I'd appreciate your input, and thank you. ..
Short answer, No. Long answer? Nope.
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No one can afford a new truck anymore - at least people with a sensible head on their shoulders. I wouldn't feel comfortable paying this much for a truck unless I made 3x what it cost.
Sean Craver 3x? Should be making 10x
You know that you can lease the truck. It baffles my mind when people say, " Cars are so expensive. The price is too much." Yet spend $1,000 on a smart phone.
I have no problem buying a Ford Raptor right now. Even a ranger.
that has to be one of the dumbest comments I’ve read in a while. You just made the argument that a new vehicle isn’t that much to a person since they’ve bought a $1000 phone?
@@MarkPharaoh Did you even read my comment? You're hilarious 😂.
I read your nonsense, did you? You’re arguing for leasing a truck, and then pointing fingers at people who say trucks are too expensive but buy a thousand dollar phone, lololol. A thousand dollar device is not the same as a 40K+ truck. What planet are you on?
I have this truck in a 2019 model and I like it. However there are still some things missing in a truck that cost nearly 45K. No power sliding rear window, no power tail gate, no heated steering wheel, no split rear seat, no memory function in power driver seat, no moon roof. I am starting think that Ford is really taking advantage of their customers AGAIN. I still bought the truck knowing all this. Maybe Ford knows mr better that I know myself. Perhaps I can have the last word by taking my next purchase elsewhere.
I bought my ford knowing this.. lol well thats almost the definition of insanity
@@iluvrocknrap thanks for the "almost" lol for sure!
That’s why I like my 2019 ridgeline BE, for a city truck and for someone who doesn’t tow or have heavy loads, it’s the most practical and feature rich
Dung Teller that’s where ford has it , this is a work horse it’s made to be used . Unlike the Tacoma that’s made for old people to drive to the gym and back home , as the Colorado? It looks like they cheap out every year on the interior
@@kevinortiz1210 Yes the truck is all that and despite my feelings about what it doesn't have I still love this truck. I love the feel of it. I saw a post on a 20 and those options I desired are still not included.
This is a little truck. Ford doesn't sell any smaller. It shouldn't cost more than 30K.
JimBear of Baltimore go complain about the Tacoma and Colorado as well , mid size trucks are expensive if you can’t afford it then don’t talk down on it
No manual transmission availability is a deal breaker
The base model is under $30k
@MotorcycleMan the 2019 lariat trim is going for $39k to $41k and the xlt is going for $31k to $33k and the stx $28k to $31k all 4X4 and or with the fx4 package so the prices ain't bad compared to similar other brands trims
@MotorcycleMan yep I'm waiting for either the bronco or jeep gladiator but I like the ranger as well it's got it's own uniqueness the mustang engine if I get it I'll be tuning it roush got a power pack for it along with some nice off road rims and tires and a leveling kit maybe a Ford performance exhaust too
idk why more ppl dont just buy a midsize truck now... better gas money and plenty powerful/efficient... most ppl with F-150s, Silverados, and Rams dont even really use their truck they just like having a V8.
to a Raptor? Maybe after you put on Fox stage 3 coilovers and change the tires to Falken All Terrains in 285/70/R17, but definitely not as it comes off the lot.
I think it's a nice truck better than the comp
3500 lb tow capacity? I thought it was 7500.
This will be my dream truck to afford Ben.
Towing capacity is 7500lbs with the trailer tow package, not 3500lbs like you stated. 3500lbs is only applicable when towing with a ball installed directly in the bumper.
Has there been anymore rumors if they will bring the ranger Raptors to the US? Last I had heard was maybe 2021??
I heard they were bringing it in a Tremor package.
@@chriss7345 ya that's what I've been seeing. Honestly the xlt / lariat tremor trims look pretty clean
@@akro187 I think so also. I mean I know for my next vehicle I either want an F-150 Lariat or a Ranger Lariat, either with the FX4 package.
@@chriss7345 I've jsut always wanted a raptor in a ranger size haha. But I wont be able to get a vehicle for another 2-3 years anyways so I just sit back and wait.
@@akro187 Right and even with the 2021 F-150’s, just wait until the 2nd or 3rd year of the new generation so all the kinks/bugs can get worked out of them.
The problem is, the baby Raptor is the Colorado ZR2. It starts at 44k which is what the Ranger is optioned up. But, the Ranger isn't anywhere near as capable as the ZR2, mostly because of the front lockers on the ZR2 and the far superior shocks. I'm not a Chevy guy but calling this a baby Raptor is illogical. Ford has a big pricing problem if it brings the Ranger-Raptor to the US.
Went back and forth between the Ranger and the Colorado/Canyon. If I had unlimited funds, I would have gotten a 4WD Canyon with the diesel. I was trading an F-150 and Ford gave me the least for my 2 year old EcoBoost. I liked the twin turbos, I know many don’t, but it didn’t bother me on the Ranger.at the end of the search I wanted the Ranger, even though the engine was pretty noisy. 10 speed was awesome. I despise auto stop/start.
Ended up with the Colorado as Chevy gave the best deal and gave me a lot more for that F-150.
Should have gotten the Colorado Z....
6:15 lol what wuz that "The touch response I'm Not-um, eh is-ah relatively goouu'd....." haha-but i get it bud!
Will we ever get the Raptor Ranger ??
Its all but Ford confirmed atm.
With the relatively low sales of the current Ranger? Who knows. I personally don’t see it being worth the investment by Ford, financially.
12:01 - Oooh, a mountain of pallets! Oooh, a mountain palette!!
Also, I'd instead save up a few extra monies and spring for a full-sized and nicely-optioned F-150 or similar.
Everything's alright, I'll just say 'goodnight,' and I'll show myself to the door...
Don’t you have the raptor ranger in the states ?
sebskee nope
$40,000+!. Wow. For urban settings, this size makes sense.
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1aikane I live out in the sticks and the ranger is awesome
@@thehunter9149 I didn't mean to exclude the vehicle from rural areas. I was just saying that because the full size trucks are difficult to park and manuver in city centers
For about 5000 more, you can get an F150, which is 10 times the truck that this piece of crap is.....
@@-WhizzBang- you can't fit a f150 in a city parking space
@@-WhizzBang- Currently cross shopping the two. You're flat out wrong. Similarly equipped an F-150 (or any other fullsize) is minimum $10k more.
To get a 4x4 V8 F-150 with the same amenities and tech as this loaded Ranger, you're basically looking at Platinum FX4. That MSRPs about $20k more than the truck he reviewed.
Doesn't really matter anyways, as mommy isn't going to buy you either unless you clean your room, son.
Utah looking like summer!
St. Burner lol it’s winter for sure
Picachuu 3 we get a ton of snow lol
Why are they so much cheaper over seas?
I have a 2019 ranger is there anything different to the 2020
Charlie Di Maria nothing I could tell
Was there a push start option for 2019?
Andrew Hartig ya my larait has push to start
2020, it's still a junk truck! Nothing changes!
TRONA BORON it’s far from just a junk truck
I was hoping u would address the off road capabilities and maybe compare them to your Raptor. I think the FX4 pkg has 3 skid plates underneath ? Otherwise great info vid as always you are very thorough . Thanks
Is it a steel body or aluminum ??
Aluminium components, like hood a d roof, with steel quarter panels, bumpers, and bed.
Not enough bang for the buck on this truck especially with a 4cyl
P Augie it’s quick for what it is though
The 4cyl is a rocket
Beats up on V6 tacos, Colorado, and gladiator’s all day. Closest all out run was vs a zr2 and after sport/manual shift he got a good look at my tailgate. Can’t wait to tune it
Ben Hardy
I’d like the 3.3 6 cyl.as an option.
Yup ,and for what they cost, spend a few grand more and you can buy a REAL truck like the F150 with a 5.0 Liter, which is 10 times better than this piece of junk.
I have the 2019 lariat Ranger. Its fast, but I wish it had the 2.7 or 3.5 EcoBoost engine.
Maybe try out the roush performance power pack but yeah I'd like it a little better too if it had 300+ horsepower to directly compete with the Colorado but I'm guessing Ford didn't want it to be quicker than the F150 because it is a lot lighter
You do know this is the same engine as RS and mustang? maybe some minor difference but tune will get it to 300 ish rwhp.
Switch out the turboes, cam, and intakes from the 2.3 in the Focus RS
@@Lcr34 I believe the 2.3 in the RS has different oil and cooling passages than the Mustang and Ranger version. That's what led to problems they had with the RS because the wrong head gasket was installed on them.
Why does every overseas trucks looks freakin the same
They dont
You got me at ASMR parking brake
Mpg the same as full size. What's the point or benifit?
I am pretty sure it's 7500lbs towing capacity
3500lb tow capacity? Nope! 7500lb with the optional tow package.
Good review. If I didn’t have the need to tow 6000 pounds, I’d have a Ranger rather than a F-150.
Bruh it can tow 7500lbs
Does the backseat have any storage?
The alternative to the raptor is to make the Ranger Raptor available in the US and price them a little more accordingly. You can get a Ranger Raptor over seas for around 10k US dollars less than a XLT 4x4 super crew with no leather and no bedliner. And the Raptor comes with all the options and a bedliner and leather seats. But for no other reason other than greed The raptor will remain ultra exclusive in the USA. F150 raptor cost as much as a Shelby or new corvette. Not to mention this Ranger is a 10 yr old design. Most fan boys think its great. I do like this Ranger, but to much asking price for what you get. The price they are asking on these 10 yrs old design rangers is the same reason why there will not be a Ranger Raptor in the US any time soon. Rest of the world has far better raptor access as ford puts it, than the USA does. Waiting to see if anything changes in the pricing and design on the 2021 model. Once Ford has gouged US consumers enough on these decade old rangers. Again. I like the truck and really want one. But the price for what it is is a no.
Too bad they’re so overpriced. I miss the old Ranger days where you could pick up a brand new one for $10k
Barry Hussein Soetoro can’t even get a car for that now really
Picachuu 3 exactly , people need to stop living in the past . People love to complain about the rangers price but go and buy a Tacoma or a Colorado it’s also expensive, that’s just how the midsize trucks are now a days
Great video!!! Thanks for sharing!!!! I learned a lot!!!!
Put the 3.3 l six in it and I’d be interested.
3.3 V6 and a MT would be just right.
Shakerhood69
Agreed.But manual transmissions have gone the way of the dinosaur I’m afraid.
@@travelinben1966 You can still get the manual in the Tacoma, Gladiator, and Frontier, also sounds like the new upcoming Bronco will have a manual option too.
Shakerhood69
Not in the Frontier for 2020.It’s gone.The Taco and Gladiator are rare exceptions as was the Frontier.
Between this and a Colorado ZR2 I assume this one would win as to comparing it?
Looking at trading in my older 2011 2500HD for either a ford escape or a F150/Ranger.
I want a truck so I can customize it.. cant customize a suv.
I like the escape dashboard the best...
It should have the 2.7 . also a remote tailgate release and a soft drop gate would be nice . My 2019 f150 Lariat with the 502a pkg. has much more than this truck , i drove the new ranger and it was nice but the options they put on it and call it a Lariat are not enough for the money , apparently the "Lariat" option is the highest you can go, not a bad truck but i am glad i purchased the full size .
I don’t know how you think a STX costs 45 gs... just type in f150 XLT and you’ll see they start at 33k, and you can option them out to the mid 40s.
Pretty.....expensive for a small truck. I paid 36,000 for brand new F-150. Granted it does not have as much shiny stuff but it has more space and more power. Came stock with power windows, power mirrors, power doors, bucket seats, and more.
Nobody understands that this is what all these mid sized trucks go for. A comparable full-sized truck would easily be $15,000 more. And no you won’t get that much in the form of a rebate.
I get better mpg on my 2.7 F150
*Needs a leveling kit*
That nose dive 🚫
Karreil2525 I agree
Karreil2525 check out mine @ Hellcatflip on IG. Got that Cali lean
The nose dive is because when people load down their truck, it looks even. But this would look good with a leveling kit because Ford owners never use the bed of their truck.
You can get a leveling kit for free. Just load all the lumber you got stacked out back into the bed and the back should drop down an inch
Rather not have a squatted truck. They're so ugly. I like the nose a little down bc when you tow it doesnt mate you look like you have a squatted truck
If I need a truck that bad, UHAUL has them for $19.95 a day.
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Id rather have a Colorado or Tacoma
Still around talking shit. Dude NOBODY cares what you think
Exactly! 🍻
@@dannylynch4512 danny, you bought one ha?🤦 Not as great as you thought it was going to be?🤦🤫🤫🤫
@@tronaboron_99 I bought a 2020 Lariat Supercab and I love it. It is everything I expected it to be.
Every dealer makes the mistake of saying the towing capacity is 3500lbs but the truth is it’s 3500lbs towing from the bumper. But with the tow bar the towing capacity is 7500lbs no mater which ranger you get those specs hold true.
Do some research before you talk specs!!
TH-cam is ruining videos with all these commercials
You mean ruining commercials with all these videos
Great video and great truck. Thanks for sharing.
Not even a Ranger Raptor is a great alternative to a Raptor. Still very capable though.
Edit: It's my second choice if getting a Raptor is impossible or not practical, like in Europe. In that sense it's the best alternative to not getting a Raptor.
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Having truck without bed liner it’s like wearing shoes without socks.. lol.. no..?
I owned the global version of this in the Fiji Islands. It had the 3.2 five liter diesel with 6 speed. The eco boost does not have good power off the line. Allot of turbo lag. The new Nissan Frontier's 3.8 DI with the Daimler Benz 9 speed is going to destroy this. And it will first do it in the old D40 body which should be a humiliation to ford. Next year gets the whole new body.
it the auto start_stop feature can be disable petmanently?
Julie Aranca I’m not sure
You can on the U S version www.autostopeliminator.com/collections/ford/products/2019-ford-ranger-autostop-eliminator
3,500 tow capacity? My Ridgeline tow capacity is 5,000. Is that correct?
It tows 7,500
Nice truck. They need to make it have a folding rear 60/40 split. I walked away from it when I noticed that. Nowhere to put anything.
You can remove the seats completely in the Supercab. Not sure why the Supercrew seat is so basic.
66skate That’s cool and all but why would you want to have to do all that? The rest of the trucks have a lever on the side of the seat and they flip up. I kid you not I flip my seats down a few times a week and sometimes I flip it down with my daughter in the back 60 /40
@@seadoo4life127 Some rarely carry people in the back but might want to carry stuff. Removing the seat entirely free's up more space. I know that flipping up the full size seats are easier. I had an 18 Raptor Supercab and usually kept the seats flipped up.
66skate yeah they still need to update that lol I ended up leasing a Chevy ZR2. Awesome truck but it needs a full gut out on the interior lol
They’re using that old ass steering wheel and gauge cluster design from the explorer from several years ago.
Doc the ranger is built on the foreign ranger from like 2011, so it’s not really new.
Ben Hardy now that is an exceptional report there fella.
I know this is old, but I just found it. The answer to the question posed in the title is no. It's not even a good alternative to a Raptor, if you're looking for Raptor looks, suspension or performance. It can be, though, given the right after-market parts.
To make Ranger comparable to the Raptor would require long-travel suspension, wide body panels, the ability to run larger tires and a good tuner to work on the engine and transmission. All of which is available, in the aftermarket, but not from Ford in the US market.
Comparing the skid plate on each as the basis for your thesis is simply...a bad analogy(almost said "stupid" there). That skid plate is part of the FX4 package on Ranger, as well as F-150, regardless the trim level. You could have compared the Ranger Lariat to the F-150 XL and reached the same conclusion, using that thought process.
Also, maybe when you state specs, you should read the spec sheet from the manufacturer. I don't know where you got the 3,500 lb. towing capacity claim, but the towing cap, directly from Ford, is 7,500 lbs on all trim levels and all packages.
Tachometer. Where is the tachometer?
Left side info screen. It is one of the display choices. Actually 2 choices. A regular tach and a side bar gauge next to the fuel gauge.
But is it a better truck then a 2020 Ford F-350 King Ranch 6.7L V8 Diesel 4WD Crew Cab Long Box
Pickup truck
Description
Model: 2020 Ford F-350
MSRP: $72,905
Horsepower: 475 hp @ 2,600 rpm
Towing capacity: 12,000 lbs
Engine: 6.7 L V8 diesel
Curb weight: 6,972 lbs
Tire size: LT275/65R18
Dimensions: 250-266″ L x 80-96″ W x 78-81″ H
dean 4k towing is way more then that it’s more like 26,000 or something like that
What are you smoking... Your talking about a Klondike hoarse--- this one is just a little pinto not worth the price like your truck well worth its value!
@@tronaboron_99 its my first vehicle no need to be rude i don't know thing 1 about cars or driving
You got the towing wrong. It can tow 7500 pounds
NO!
No thanks.
I bought a ranger 9 no. ago a 2000 x- cab from original owner with 139 thousand miles on it all stock and original love it the water pump went out replaced it was stock manchanic couldn't believe it said don't build them like this anymore!!! all the light bulbs are stock !! 🤸😁😀 I got lucky on this find !!!
Gene Booher that is a lucky find
Way overpriced...
It is but it's a brand new model I think they'll drop the prices overtime
Ryan Packard so is the Tacoma and Colorado , if you can’t afford it then don’t talk bad about it
I've seen them sell for 20 grand brand new in Texas.
It is not a brand new model. This model and style of the truck has been for sale all over the rest of the world for the last 10 years, its an old design just new in america for the last bit of price gouging by Ford before they do a redesign. I was told though that there is no new ranger coming till maybe 2021 so we are still stuck in this one. You can forget a Ranger Raptor. That is another money move to keep the Raptor name super exclusive and very high priced. Ranger raptors over seas cost less than standard equipped XL's and a few XLT's , Cost less by a pretty good bit.
Don't tell me the basic model is "overpriced" for you.
You can lease the Ranger. LoL.
Why the hell did they put lock/unluck and keyless entry on the rear doors? F-150 and super duty doesn’t even get that.
I wouldn't call that a baby Raptor, it's pretty much confirmed that Ford will build a Ranger Raptor.
You know Fords by their distinctive chime tone. I always wanted to see a review of the Ranger. It was interesting you noted things it had your Raptor had or dod not have. I hope you are doing better. I wondered how tall you are. You said it in the video. I am surprised you did not compare it to a Chevrolet Colorado or GMC Canyon.
OLDS98 I haven’t driven the 2020 canyon
Great Design, good engine, but a questionable transmission. Priced a little bit high and putting auto start/stop tech in a truck? Crazy!
Handcook tires are bad, our Cr-V had them and we only got 19K out of them.
All is good but too little rear legroom
I actually test drove 2 of these with the FX4 package before deciding on the Ram bighorn, the 4 cylinder with turbos just dont have the reliability once you get up in miles 100000+, that's not an issue if you keep trading, but I tend to keep my trucks, still, it was a nice truck to drive, for anyone considering the Ranger, they are nice little trucks...the one i test drove was black, it really was a beautiful looking truck..but for the price , as Ben mentioned it's as much as a full size truck...
larmo a your bighorn was probably less money lol and it’s more truck
@@BenHardyCars haha, it was, but when I purchased the Bighorn it was back when Ram was offering the select inventory discount..so it had a significant discount to begin with, but taking the rebates out of the equation, the price on the Ranger is still a bit high..I thought the point was to market to people who want a truck without the big truck prices..🤷🏻♂️
And what experience do you have with high mileage 4 cyl. engines?
@@andrewblain5660 in a effort to make it simple, just Do a search on Ford Ecoboost problems, endless videos will show up..the early eco boost engines had sever carbon build up due to the port injection system, as those older engines gained miles the problom became so sever Ford redesigned there 4 cyl engines to now have both direct and port injection...that great, but with the addition to adding the turbo they now added another level of complexity to a already stressed out engine..yes the engine is fast, yes the engine has power, any engine when new will perform, but long term results have shown issues with the eco boot 4cyl, GMC used the old style port injections on there GMC terrains, nothing but issues...now pair a 4cyl engine on a big Ford truck (Raptor) that's heavy, big tire's, and that some people beat the hell out of, do you really think that stock engine will go 100000 miles with no issues..? I'd post the links to the ford forums and you tube videos on this engine, but you can simply do that search for yourself...btw I should mention, I'm not saying all Ford's have the issue, there V8 has proven to be reliable..but the raptor for its size and weight, and off road capabilities, the stock 4 is similar to putting 4×4 stickers on a 2 wheel drive truck...agree or disagree look it up for yourself..
@@larmo5633 so, your saying they fixed the issue?
want more power?? put it in Sport mode! holy crap!
I own a 2020 ford ranger xlt FX4 mpg is around 17-21 but still great truck but wish they would have had the seat preset I'm 6ft. wife is 5ft. sucks when I get in after her and wish fx4 came with more of a off-road tire instead of a all terrain tires because it's more of a street Tire and not much of a off road tire and wish I could get a start option on my key fob but told because it's on ford pass that's why it don't offer it on xlt(?) but still don't get me wrong love my truck
This Ranger DOES NOT have 310 ft/pounds of torque. It has 310 N-m of torque, that translates to 228 ft/pounds
Ya know there is a ranger raptor right lol. I dont think in the us sadly but would be dope even though i dont like ford. Was in a ranger with my brother nearly 12 years ago. Never seena human spine go thru someones back until an 18 wheeler ran us off the road and into a tree.
MEXICO, AUSTRALIA, COLUMBIA, ECT BUT NOT THE U.S...🤦🤦🤦WHY???
No manual transmission? Have to cross it off my list. Keeping my 92 2.3L 5 speed
Quick answer: no
GS300 Rich 🤣
Ahhhh your wrong about the towing capacity.
Good video
my job just gave all of us these
45k? go buy a full size dodge.
Not everyone has the space for a fullsize. Also if u skip the leather the ranger can be had for 35k
False , the towing capacity on a ranger is 7500 pounds
Love my stx ranger with tow package and locker . Lifted 3.5 inches and 32 bfg and side step still under 40g also 7 yr 70000 mile warranty bumper to bumper.
get your money back.
I think Ford did a lot better with the exterior of the Ranger than the F-150... the F-150s grill keeps getting worse and worse
My ford dealer has a half dozen 2019s still on the lot! I think ford crapped the bed on this truck!
45,000 thousand ? for 49,000 you can get ford f150 lariat with a V8 or 50,800 you can get the 3.6 Eco booster the right price for that cheap ford ranger is 25,000 dollars
It's a lariat but the ranger vs a f150 250 ECT it's extremely lacking....so much that it's a complete embarrassing moment for ford......and I believe they are 45k+ which to be short on features is shitty.
Are you in the pocket of every car manufacturer?? Sure seems like it.
Bring it down to 35,000 and maybe I’ll think about it. With that price tag there are other competitors with more value per buck.
And they’re called “used trucks”.
Thank you for your click bait title....Mini Raptor? WTF?.....That Ranger is nothing special, Ford NEVER quit making them...oh yeah it's way over priced for a simple mid sized truck...AND I'm a Ford Fan Boy...
I can’t stand that Ford chime......... annoying.......... that Ranger is nice but overpriced.... good review Banjamin.......
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