FORD RANGER 2023 review
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- 0:00 Intro
0:36 MENU
1:13 Cool Fact
1:46 0-100
2:26 Off Road
3:07 GRAVEL test
4:10 HOW TO 4WD in RANGER
7:09 UP HILL 8:08 DOWN HILL
9:27 BEACH RUN
11:26 WHIP AROUND
12:31 ENGINGE
13:51 THE TUB
15:19 INTERIOR
18:43 PRICE
19:37 CONCLUSION
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Oh dear lord. The owner's manual is in the infotainment system. You can literally hit the microphone button on the steering wheel and ask out loud "how do I engage 4 wheel drive?" And it will open the page on the infotainment screen.
Also 4A is for 4 wheel "automatic" as it is a shift on the fly system. If the traction control detects wheel spin it will automatically shift between 2wd and 4h. Using the "sand" mode does more than just lock the rear differential and shift into 4 high. It actually changes the way the traction control applies braking to each wheel and additionally changes the shift points for the transmission to hold higher rpms in each gear before shifting.
Additionally the "Hill descent control" also enables you to use the cruise control buttons on the steering wheel to slow or speed your descent. I can toggle as low as 1 mph and be completely off the brake.
Good info. the hill descent thing is nuts
Wow that sounds amazing 👏👏👏👍👍I still can’t help but wonder who’s going to be able to fix it if anything goes wrong ? I just have a feeling that there will be a lot of tilt tray truck rides back to dealerships.👁️👁️😎😇🐕🦺❤️🙏
I recently cancelled my order for the Hilux Rogue & ordered the V6 Wildtrak instead. Main reason was the extra grunt for towing, however I watched a heap of reviews, even towing focused ones & no-one mentioned the Trans temp gauge, which I think is a definite plus. Well done on your thorough review will be watching for further reviews & tech features.
IF THEY HAVNT FIXED THE TRANS, 10 SP..DONT BUY IT,,THEY BLOW,, why do you want a new vehicle,, when something thats 15 yrs old,,is proven,, my s/duty is 01,, cant be happier.. 4.2tdi..13 lt 100..tows 5t..
Ranger Sport 4cyl is same price as Hilux SR5, since Toyota don't have a V6 option.
V6 in Ranger worth the extra $3000 everyday of the week though.
Absolutely, the v6 is smoother, quieter, less strung and faster than the 4cyl.
That all depends if Ford have sorted the V6 to stop it snapping crankshafts like it did in Land Rovers
@@martinplewes They have.
not if the gearbox can't keep up.
I really like your reviews. Especially this is a perfect example how they should be. I love that you set it in perspective to the use and also for consumers which never use it in heavy OffRoad conditions. Thats where a good review makes the difference. And beside this: The quality of your videos getting better and better. A remarkable step though the last month again.
I have the Amarok V6 Style here in South Africa. I traded my 2023 2.8GD6 Hilux 4x4 (yes only had it 3 months & 11000kms) in for the Amarok purely on the basis of comfort - the Hilux is a good vehicle but is back breaking in terms of comfort (still seeing a Chiro for my lower back. I’m only 28, so it’s not age). Very harsh ride even after an Ironman Comfort Suspension was fitted with Pressure at 1.8bars on all 4 wheels.
We have 2012 BiTDI 4x4 amarok with 450k on the clock. She has been very reliable and extremely comfortable.
Have been very happy with the new Amarok V6 (Ford and amarok shared Platform here in SA). I reckon the Ford/Amarok partnership will be a huge success, giving the competition a serious run for their money.
P.S. to see what gear you’re in while driving in “D”, press the “Plus” button.
Pressing the “Minus” button while driving in “D” will limit the gear range, dropping one gear per click/button press.
If anyone knows how to get sport mode, please let me know!
Shoulda just bought a couch instead or even a bed.
No matter what brand you like this is a well thought out 4x4.
Hey Ronny, you ever so slightly up your game every Sunday! Highly appreciate your work and the 2023 style of your videos. Looking forward to the next adventure series though ;-)
Can confirm transmission gets hot. I ran from cathedrals to Indian head at Fraser on high tide and put it into limp mode after the transmission got into the orange zone. I’ll be fitting a pwr engine oil cooler to the transmission soon. I was fair up it for a long period before it got hot. Expected stuff with a 10r80.
Thanks for the update. Were you towing anything?
Best see if can do a thermostat bypass at same time. My 2019 Ranger still wasn’t much chop with a cooler added. I added the thermo bypass and straight away great results. The temp never went over 90deg when towing.
We overheat the transmissions in our hiluxs at work. Standalone coolers are needed on most autos that are under heavy loads.
Thanks Ronny, great review mate and it was pleasing to see your honest take on it. Most Toyota drivers bring out the torch when it comes to Rangers so it was refreshing to see your take.
I’ve had my white Ranger Sport since October 2022. I have a 2.5T caravan so the 600Nm V6 diesel & 4 wheel disc brakes were the clincher for me. I optioned up the integrated trailer brake controller & zone lighting. I’ve optioned up 20” Simmons wheels & 285x50x20 tyres. I’ve also put the Raptor bonnet on it, rear air bags & upgraded the rear shocks.
Towing now with the 10 speed gear box is great.
20" rims?
Ew
Great vid mate, one of the best reviews on the vehicle I have seen very informative
Doesn’t take much tech to boggle a 79 series driver 😂😂
Like cup holders!
@@mrxr6t or door handles 😳
He had a Hilux with tech, and reviewed a Prado... atleast it had gas struts...
That tech is so good and nice until you are paying a small loan just to have an electrical problem diagnosed and fixed.
Windows that go up and down
Great comprehensive review. I look forward to many more Utes being reviewed just like this.
Excellent review, real test done, good job Ronny
Been waiting a very long time for Ronny to do a Ranger review. Cheers mate very information 🤙
Reliability is often (always?) overlooked by reviewers but is probably #1 priority for offroaders. I have to disagree with you Ron on your reliability comment at the end of the video. It isn't the warranty that you care about in the middle of Simpson Desert. You care about your vehicle getting you to to the other side with no issues along the way. The other thing is that if you do need a spare part in the Outback, the most common dealer you are likely to find will be Toyota. I love the tech in the Ranger/Everest but will not buy the car for the two reasons stated.
Hi Ronny I bought a Ranger Wild track because it was far more comfortable inside for my family than a Hilux. Were in Thailand and wanted something a bit tougher than the Honda CRV we had this fits the bill. Good review.
As a Hilux driver, I am used to having a dedicated space under the bonnet for a dual battery so it is nice that the Ranger has caught up finally. If I were to upgrade at the moment, I have no idea what I would go as I would never buy a series 1 but the Hilux feel a decade behind the Ranger… my 2018 can’t even figure out who is calling my phone and usually just shows the number!
Hilux and Toyota have become sooooo disappointing....they really have been left for dust. Why would anyone buy an out of date Hilux or soccer mum Prado
@Mazda Media Your hilux still feels like driving a tractor from the 80's. Yeah it still runs....but you wouldn't want to drive one. Kinda like the Crocadile Dundee analogy with food: "yeah, you can eat it....but it tastes like shit"
@@12xxddr I’ve never owned a Hilux.
@Mazda Media all good. they were the best Ute's going around...just disappointing Toyota went from bring an industry leading....to being the last to innovate and really falling behind.
@@mazdamedia5995 "I’ve never owned a Hilux." Yet you drank the Cool-aid.
Hey Ronny, I bought a 2020 Wildtrak and have to say that one of the best things with Ford is that they listen to customer feedback. I've kept track of every updated version over the past few years and Ford seems to fix each flaw that customers have complained about. I love my 2020 but the 2023 is even better.
meanwhile 13 years later and they haven't fixed their junk Mt82 transmissions in their Mustangs lol im on my third one! Still have to love ford though, no american manufacturer is really working like they are these days
apart from the 10 speed transmission 😅
I'm in the US so we have Tacomas instead of Hiluxes, and I'm not sure how well this translates to the Australian market, but my opinion: There's not even a contest. I can get the Tacoma with all 3 pedals, and the Fords are all auto-only. I'm a manual purist. Looks like my TRD Pro cost equivalent to ~$83,000 AUD, and I assume that package aligns with the Raptor for being top tier, so the price is still pretty even.
Having a manual, I have given up some of the features that are supposed to come with the Pro package like crawl control (I'll control that myself, thanks), but I have all the right technologies where I want it, and not where I don't. I love that all my gauges are still mechanical, but I still have some modern comforts like CarPlay. I was admittedly a little bummed at first that having the manual gearbox meant I have a physical turn-key ignition instead of a keyless button starter, but I actually quickly came to enjoy it. It just doesn't sound like you're offroading without hearing the keychain smack the steering column. Sometimes it's the little things. :)
Small side note: I don't think the Ranger is available here with a diesel engine, but I could be wrong. We typically are very lacking in the small diesel truck category. I would *love* to import myself an older diesel Hilux.
Best car review on the tube .. keep doing these mate!
I've said it before and I'll say it again....best reviewer on youtube.
Haven't watched you in awhile but man you are doing bigger and bigger things!
Congratulations. Great review btw. Watched it all. Being from the US I hope we get a chance at the Raptor and that ballistic 3L Diesel that we don't get.
Also.. I run 35" tires on 18" Method wheels. Do you think with lifting the ranger to fit a bigger tires that an 18" wheel doesn't become that big anymore?
I'm happy and very satisfied with the performance of my xlt ford ranger 2013 model manual and used it for 10 years . And still manage to sell it at a good price. Now I own a next generation 2023 ford wildtrack automatic. It's been 3 months since I bought it and now I am happy and enjoying the ride. I hope I will not encounter any problem in the future.
Had the next gen ranger for 6 months, done nearly 20,000kms off road everyday on the farm and I’m very happy. Had a 2014 79 and 2020 SR5 and 2021 Ram 1500 prior and they simply don’t compare (well the ram in terms of quality anyway). I will turn it over at 5 years once warranty runs out as history tells me ranger hasn’t always been all that great in terms of reliability and durability, but maybe this one is different I’ll assess it when I get there… I’ll try and do a review sometime on my channel as I’ve done a fair bit to it.
Thanks for effort and good review
First there is a button right next to light button you can turn on lights on your tray or if you bought with Turing pack which cost you extra $1500 comes with 4 extra options
Surrounding light for camping (ambient light)
360 camera
Trailer braking system
2) sand or rock whatever options you have on system put you in right traction system to yes you can do manually in different situation however better to use from driving mode because all pre set up specially if you are new in off road
3 ) Gear boxes is 10 spread torque converter so traditional way which Toyota use it too l mentioned Toyota because people so crazy about it which l don't understand why ? Yes l know cheap to run , reliable which is bullshit in some point such as dpf filter issues no body talk about it.
4) Fuel consumption is around 9.1 /100km in city for 2.0lt bi turbo
So if you compare with Toyota Hilux SR5
Ford Ranger comes with
Towbar
Tabliner
Ambient light
4 disc brake
Black sports bar
Trailer braking system
Better LED Light
Way better new generation suspension system
Engine specs similar for bi turbo however ranger has no turbo lag specially second generation
V6 engine coming from Landrover which has been used quite a bit time in USA already on F150 ttuck
Bi turbo engine coming from specially previous generation Raptor and now even way better
If you think about between V6 to Bi turbo only difference is 500nm vs 600nm on V6
154kw vs 184kw on V6 it is actually well enough to pull anything even with bi turbo because they use exactly same gear box
By the way l know Toyota owner won't like it but l must tell this too, all brand new cars comes with full 5 years unlimited km warranty and if you spend 70k on any metal you must change every 4 years ideally to keep your car value plus avoid major service cost all that Toyota better , stronger or reliable things for second hand market not for brand new!!! How many people in here keep their car more than 5 years???
So if you pay that money please ask why should l pay Toyota give you sweet F...K all and no body say anything same old car and you are waiting for more than 12 months no decent up grade , no technology but it is reliable come on guys as a buyer that's your pocket first of all look after your self and ask them for better. Don't be just fun boy that's it.
So l just want to add those on top of your beautiful genuine review which can help other people
i havent seen and tried the toyota sr5 but as a ford ranger sport owner i am satisfied 95% with it!😊
Excellent review
Thank you for that review. We are picking ours up next week same model. Interested in the tires you would recommend for this car and rims? We are doing a GVM and planning the Gibb river road etc trip
Bloody good review there ronny 1 thing ya missed was fuel economy as fuel prices are still high but i think im being picky lol
I am getting around 12L/100km towing a 1 ton camper trailer mostly on hwy. Under 10L/100km without the trailer.
I would go a Ranger XLT, you don't get the silly gear leaver, offroad modes or 18's and save 3k. Its cloth inside but quite comfortable (maybe more)with manual seat adjustment which I prefer. I spent 2 months with both vehicles sport and XLT.
Plus Ford's leather is shit
Great info as always. I’m 6’8” and only fit in the Ranger or Dmax. The new Ranger is impressive!
Hands down would buy the Hilux! I've worked for both Toyota and Ford, Toyota is just a better built vehicle. What I would like to see is the Hilux vs Dmax. Great job as always!
This was pure class :)
G'day Ronny. Great video. Pretty much a no bullshit appraisal of a vehicle. I'd be rather interested to see your view of an Amarok. I reckon it would be interesting to see your shortlist of secondhand vehicles in the 20K bracket. Looking forward to the next vid, cheers
I would love to see you review one of the budget dual cap options. The Cannon and T60
Many recreational 4x4ers can’t spend the money on a Ranger, Hilux, D-Max etc…
It would be cool to see a budget build with one of the above. Get out there for
Ford has been forward thinking in this iteration in giving people what they want and having a good design for a change. Now we just need vehicles that actually last and after sales service that gives a damn. Still, good first step.
Would be nice 😂
Keep dreaming,
My 2012 Ranger still going hard. Original engine, gearbox, clutch. Hell even front brake pads are still original!! Been pulling a 2 ton boat around all over last 2 years. While i like the next Gen, my ol girl is solid and offroad will definately put it up them.
The tech for me only means i could get rid of our Suv and have all the bells and whistles in 1 car.
I went with the 2024 XLT 3.0 V6. Should be here around March. Giddyup.
Great review Ronny, I looked at the V6 ranger as a tow vehicle but after watching the 4wd24-7 YT on the same vehicle they pointed out the deficiency in both the trans & engine cooling systems, just typical LR really not built for Australian heat and I could see this otherwise great driveline failing on a hot day on some outback highway 😕
Mate of mine bought a V6 XLT tows a 23 foot snowy caravan Left NSW currently in WA been gone for 6 months no issues at all
If your going to do any serious towing in any Auto 4WD you would consider an aftermarket cooler anyway, so I don't see this as being a major downfall.
@@brookesnuts well if he left 6 months ago I'll guess he went through the bottom half of the state which isn't very hard on vehicles and is also the coolest part of the country. Not what I'd call outback highways if that's the case
The gearbox was actually developed by gmc and Ford I'm pretty sure, I know Allison has something to do with it, they made it for the f150 a while back, bolted to the same motor
Very excited for this one to finally come to the US. My crashpad swag is a bit big for my current Subaru, and one of these would be a nice upgrade.
Hey @Ronny Dahl, 4A is 4 Auto, where it selects the range for your. It isn't All Wheel drive persay.
first of all great feature for the video Ronny is the timed segments .
Mate, you have gotten these reviews down to a tee, so much info and cleverly done. The approach, departure and break over angle image was good. Maybe add tyre size in with potential upgrades (most states limitation of 2” increase max)
nice video! good job mate! I am looking towards RAM & F150, could you do a review on those 2, please?
Great review.
I may have missed it, but how are you determining what the transmission fluid temperature is? Is that a detail that can be found on the big center screen? Also what temperature do you consider the fluid to be "hot"?
I just sold my 2016 dual cab Ranger with all the fruit and bought a 2008 79 series single cab.
I downgraded in technology and comfort but upgraded in driving experience and coolness 😉
Great review Ronny 👍🏻
Excellent review mate.
This has to be the best Ranger review I've seen!
We're into independent, long distance travel (and towing a trailer yacht) and just want a solid, dependable 4WD vehicle for remote area travel that wont poo itself if a "computer says no . . ." Still driving our 2018 PX2 Ranger XLS because it has the least amount of electronic rose fertiliser to go wrong we could find. The only thing I'd change her for is a Troopie.
Hi Ronny, In a previous vid you said not to put a secondary battery under the bonnet because of heat. What would you recommend with this ranger having a spot under the bonnet especially for a second battery?
Ahh Wilbinga I used to fang my raptor 700 arounds the dunes and occasionally cruise the beaches epic place and soo many spots and tracks.
Great review Ronny
I took my brand new wildtrak to Stockton beach last weekend. Lowered the tyres to 18psi and put it in sand mode and it performed flawlessly. The wildtrak have the all terrains on it from factory. The car is a bloody beast. I’m absolutely in love with it. I drove all utes before making a decision. Blows them all out the water by a long shot. Highly recommend getting yourself one.
Great review. I got the 2023 Hilux (the wide track one) over the Ranger. I rented the ranger and did about 2000km in it. Though my initial thoughts and feelings of it screamed buy it. Some things started bothering me after 1000km. I am a tall bloke and the head rest was forcing me forward when at a comfortable seating position. The constant beeping when I got out drove me mad. The fear of all displays being digital and cutting out (As they reportedly have been) does not strike confidence. And lastly the motor cooling system did not look to be up to scratch. Though I am going to miss the tub step and some other nice to haves, the reliability of the Hilux, for now cant be beat.
The wiring harness is made in the Philippines and thats a concern. My wildtrack the touch screen freezes. Love it as a company car but doubt if inwould buy one. Wide track hilux looks the goods
Driving around Au presently in an XLT V6 and not had a problem so far. I am 188cm tall and its very comfy, the tech is pretty intuitive, no excessive beeps once the settings are changed, no overheating in 48'C while towing.
I used 4h and traction control off in some deep sand with 18psi. Not issues at all. Didnt even need the locker
Would be interesting to see if you could have done the same beach driving in high? I have found with modern 4wds and their autos it is not necessary to drive in low as much as u would have in a manual 5 speed. I don't think they are intended to be driven for long periods of time in low? Just my experience, I've just used low range as I've really needed it, like when climbing or going through super soft sand. Modern autos, traction control systems and drive modes are relatively well calibrated, you just have to know how to adapt and extract the most out of them.
Thanks for reviewing the Ranger. I would love to see you review the new Ranger Raptor and Bronco Raptor.
Thankyou, what about the base model, single cab 2.0L diesel ? And this particular model carrying a fixed fiberglass motorhome on its back. As seen with the Explorer MH with a GVM of 3620 with upgraded Pedders suspension, CSA rims with Nitto tyres ?
From Ann
still owned a PX1, totally agree with you Ronny. Think twice before buying new 1st gen tech.
Can’t wait to see the mods 🤙🏽
Funny how the dual cab utes seem to be getting bigger in the form of comfort for occupants but the space between the wheel arches isn’t wide enough to take a standard 1200 wide sheet for tradies.
True, but a lot of trades opt for the cab chassis though with flat tray top instead of the tub
@@TorxBit of course we do but $74k and then another $3-4k + for a tray or $20-$30k if you want some sort of canopy set up. You are into the $100s. That’s a lot of money to have on building sites.
On the new Ranger there is no XLT Sport. There is the XLT and there is the the Sport. For $500 dollars from the dealer you can get 17" off road wheels and tyres. Great review Ronny.
Ford supply 18” with goodyear. You can fit 17” wheels and tyres if you want
What was fuel consumption like off-road? I’ve read and have seen some reports of 20L/100kms when compared to the Bi-Turbo one of around 12L/100kms in similar off-road conditions…
I've had a 550 dark label amarok for 5 years now never let me down
Are we there yet 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂!!! Lovet
Very nice review
Those inside door handles look like a great way to fill up with my kids chips and lollies
Ronny mate, your arm rest in the 79 series.
The pouch with the organiser, i reallllly want to know what it is or where i can get one!!!!!!
Gday Ronny, just wondering (sorry if already answered) what is behind the Rhino-Hide ‘buttons’? How are the factory panels once removed?
Tyre pressure choice for the dirt road was interesting to me - growing up on terribly rocky dirt roads we daren’t go below 22psi for fear of sidewall cuts. The 14 and 16 psi was in the expected range for sand, but confused me for dirt road. In my opinion that pressure is also a little low for the typical speed on a dirt road and may lead to increased tyre heat and related sidewall damage if driven like that for extended distances. Keen to get your thoughts Ronny?
I agreeI
This is 100% correct and especially on road bias tyres with lesser sidewall strength. This is precisely why you had a tyre failure
agree...I mostly use 24/26 psi. 14 & 16 are sand pressures
Yes to low for dirt road that’s very dangerous at speed.
This man is primo,good review Ronny
Toyota forever,I own Toyota prado which is never miss a beat
if you got kids n a small missus the middle seat is ideal. my 5'0 missus fits in it perfectly, with carseats to each side :) It's an ideal family car, with the power and ability to go offroading and camping with the family
Who do you have up front?
His mistress...
@@joebradley7595 Just me driving.. anyone knows when ya got real young kids... mum gotta stay in the back with them.
Or... bad things happen.
Thankfully ours is now old enough mum rides up front most of the time. :P
Liked your review mate. I can’t wait for the cybertruck review when that’s out! 🤯
🤦♂️
Great review of the Ranger. I would love to see a review of the Defender P400 110 series
Out of the norm, I would love to see a review of the GWM Tank 300. Just because it’s an interesting concept.
Not a new transmission or engine. Both have been used in the Lincoln Aviator for many years now in America. The transmission has been in Ranger here since 2018, and the 3.0L V6 is just a stroked 2.7L which has been a great F-150 engine since 2015. You need to run in sand mode to reduce the traction control inputs, to reduce strain on the transmission. You were likely overheating the brakes, because you weren't using the sand mode.
For USA sales Actually 2019 model year was the first year back. Not sure if you missed it or I don't know something about US Ford models. But this Aussie Ranger has a 3.0 Turbo DIESEL Not the Gas 2.3.
Feel free to fill me in if I missed something. I love my Ford Trucks. I own a US 2019 Ford Ranger (+ 2005 F350 V10) Love It!
@@OutOfOfficeCamping yes the 2019 model came out in Sept of 2018.
Ok I thought that was the 3.0L Ecoboost like in the Ranger Raptor. The 3.0L diesel is a much older engine than that. It is the Lion engine which came in Land Rover and Range Rover products along with the gen 13 F-150's. It is a great motor, built in Great Britain.
@@OutOfOfficeCamping He is talking about the Lion diesel. This is a Peugeot engine that was originally 2.7 and later stroked to 3.0. It was used in Jaguars, Land Rovers, Range Rovers and F150s. It has now found its way into Aussie Rangers. The Aussie Ranger Raptor gets the 3.0 gasser from the Bronco Raptor. 2.7 gasser was never in anything here.
@@jasonscott2187 🙂 Yes correct on the Gas engines here in the US. That was what I was saying. Great to hear about the Diesel 3.0 all the vechicals that that engine was in. Europe gets all the cool fun stuff. 🤣 We just get stuck emissions stuff which causes mayhem. Plus DEF
@@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080 ❤️You're correct 9/18 for 2019 model year.
So what's your take on the 3.0 Diesel engine? Given your knowledge? Most UK products have always been questionable on mechanical reliability...LOL
Which engine would you choose gas or the diesel in the Ranger? ( if it was available in the USA). I've had both Diesel 7.3 and now the V10 in my F350's I miss the torque and better mpg. I don't miss the maintenance costs. Not to mention I have a great gas mechanic. As for the Ranger I love my 2.3L turbo. I WOULDN'T SAY NO TO A RAPTOR 3.0 ENGINE....LOL. 🤣
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Obviously if we're all watching Ronny's channel we're all from the same family. Ha ha ha...... get out and have fun like minded folks!!! ☺️
That Rhinohide is awesome! I’ve got it on my Ranger. Best investment ever and a WA company too. 👌🔥
How much cheaper is it than just getting a respray done when selling the car?
Great review and video gentlemen 🙌🏼
A few too many buttons and way too much tech for a simple workmate driver like me haha but looks like it’d be a bit of fun for to take out for the day.
Hilux or ranger, I think if I had to choose, it’d be a hilux. For me, reliability of a Toyota engine would be my calling card
Nice choice, sports ranger 👌
How does the 4WD/traction control system compare to the Super Select2 system in the Triton? They seem very similar.
That armour is awesome!!
I'll stick with my Bitsamiising Triton. Less tech, less complications and less to go wrong out the back o bourke.
Plus the $15k you save can buy a LOT of diesel and/or modifications. Love my Triton.
The terrain settings alter the traction control system and will become very handy.
Plus, not taking the tow ball off and not using the hill descent control....... 🤷♂️
Bed/tub lights should be on the interior light dimmer...you want them all on full bright on the dial...this usually forces all the lights on. There used to be a switch on the interior for just the bed lights in an odd spot near the interior cab light, top back, in the 1990's too.
It's now alongside the headlight switch
Great video, nice review. I guess it would be different as a daily or on a minesite. I don't get leaving the space, why not just install the Dual battery or at least the tray. I guess I would look at neither of those, the tech is great until it's not. Possibly look at an old school Dual cab in good nick
You can say that about anything on any vehicle, if they installed every option they left provision for it would cost $100k, better to leave the space so you can choose what option you want, why install a dual battery standard if the average driver is never going to use it, just lugging extra weight up front for no reason.
The gauge is pretty approximate...it stays in the middle for me in high range and will work up to the same mark here in low range. It's never gone any higher though so I think the gauge is doing exactly what it should, showing things are warming up but not too hot. I wish they put some actual numbers on the gauge though! Also I find the car has so much power high range is fine for 90% of beach driving and in low range, it seems to rev high by 40k...it's great for crawling over obstacles in first or second though,
Depends on the beach. WA has a LOT of bottomless soft sand, ive been on Beaches ive had to go down to 8psi to get off them. And ive been on beaches you can drive in 2wd. As Stated. The West Coast has super soft sand. Have to do the rolling stop to check if your pressures are right, if you lift off the gas and car stops, gotta drop more air. I Doubt a Perth person would get bogged at Inskip Point.....
What’s a best / reliable portable air compressor to get ?
Hi Ronny, would be interesting to see you test out a Navara SL Warrior, bit back to basics compared to the ranger and hilux, 13-15 grand cheaper and factory warranty backed suspension upgrade, bullbar, and wheels/tyres.
This car has seriously gone under the radar for a capable budget 4wd ute
Nissan are total junk
i got a sl 2022 tows well my van is around 2.1t
You forgot to mention the alternator is near the lowest part of the engine, you will need more than a snorkel to increase the wadding depth
In the Everglades version of the Bronco, which Ford fits with a factory snorkel and winch, they specifically chose the 2.3 turbo for among other things the alternator being up higher. Too bad they didn’t extend this consideration to the Bronco’s platform-mate, but then again a lot of vehicles have low mounted unsealed alternators
there a sealed unit.
@@newport5504 incorrect, there are several utube videos highlighting this problem
Sealed units are very expensive
@@michaelhermans4753 mines sealed it’s the sports. Unless other models are different mines 100 percent sealed
There is a switch on the dash for the tub lights if you need to turn them on without the auto turn on
Hey you mentioned that 18 inc rims have no place in off roading. What rim size do you recommend?
Google Ford 10r80 transmission problems. There is still an active recall on many models of vehicles due to design/build quality issues. Lawsuits in the USA.
There may be revisions to the transmission in the new Ranger, but will more problems show up in the future?
Love my new Ute, a no brainer.
Just waiting for longer dulecab with longel tub Renger from factory, XLT sport XXL. I hope will be sold in Australia.
Ronny, would love to see a similar review of the GWM Cannon-X, it’s got some good features for the price.
Hi Ronnie, I normally like your posts, however I do have a couple of points to raise to you.
I have just watched the post of the Ford Ranger test that you did.
Ok
The first point I’d point out to you is, that it isn’t the rim size that is the problem (you stated that 18” rims should not be off-road), the problem is the tyre profile. The profile of a 60 series profile tyre over the profile of a 70 (or better yet, a 75) series profile tyre means that the tyre is far less able to absorb the impacts etc, that are caused by rocks, and corrugations, over the abilities of the 70 or 75 series.
So, the rim isn’t the problem, the tyre profile IS the problem. As long as they fit, a8 “ rim with a 70 or 75 series profile tyre would have ‘eaten-up’ those corrugations, and would have provided an even softer more compliant ride.
BUT, at the expense of ‘handling’ on sealed surfaces.
Second point: you stated as you were driving around a left-hand bend in the sandy track, that the corner was ‘off camber’. NO, the corner was ON CAMBER! It was forcing the vehicle to turn left with the outside of the track much higher than the inside, that is ‘ON Camber’!
To have been truthfully’Off-Camber’ the inside of the corner would need to be higher than the outside, and thus the track would have been ‘throwing the vehicle’ (causing the vehicle to go) off the track.
Just pointing these things out to you.
Keep up the videos.
I would love a ranger but way out of my price range on a pension, thanks for the great review mate.