2019 Ford Ranger Review & First Impressions 

I live in Thailand, I own a 2018 Ranger. (Diesel) Ranger is beating everything on the market. I had a Toyota & Isuzu but they couldn't hold a candle to the Ranger.

Thank you so much for calling the Ridgeline a car with a bed!! It's true!!

I've always been a Ford lover, & I'm glad Ford brought the Ranger back. I own a 91 Ford Ranger now & it's the best small truck I've owned, I grew up with Ford. I learned to drive on a 1958 Ford manual trans. Good job FORD

Your review was extremely relevant and right on the money. Good job! This will be serious competition for the Tacoma, which has a very strong following,

Been waiting for this!

Nice review. I'm pretty set that a new ranger will be my next truck. Similar in size to the F-150 I have now and way more fuel efficient then my 5.4 liter Triton with very similar Towing capabilities.

Yeah so this very well be my next truck after I'm done with my Tacoma... Great review!

I’ve been to these events while I sold John deer tractors. They set up obstacles that will show off the strengths of the ranger and not the weaknesses. And my 96 Tacoma is still going strong 350,000 miles original engine and transmission. Let’s see this ford do that.

Great review...iPhone of the best I have yet seen. Thanks.

Nice job! 👍

Great truck! Good choice!!

Very nice video. Thank you.

Great review on the " New Ranger FX-4"

Amazin truck, great choice! Blue Lariat 4x4 is the best. I have an "04 F150 Lariat dark Burgondy, n i luv it, but i had to buy a 2nd little car for my daily driver because i couldn't deal with the city traffic and tight parking spaces anymore.

It's not twin turbo. Maybe twin scroll but that's not 2 turbos.

I would never pay msrp for a new truck. The lack of a 6’ bed with the crew cab is really a deal breaker for me.

Got a 2015 Ford Ranger PX (Global). Love it. You'll love yours too! Just a shame there's no Diesel engine for US.

Hmmm an interesting option but at 45k you are at the top of the line Tacoma TRD Pro which is a tested off road-er. The Ranger is pretty though.

I was going to get a Ranger until I did some research and pricing. You mentioned the Ranger has the 2.3 liter, 4 cylinder 10 speed Ecoboost as standard on all models. It is the only engine and power train available. The Chevy Colorado offers 3 engine choices including a diesel. I do not want a 4 cylinder that claims to make the same power and torque as a 6 cylinder. Also there is not an option for an integrated trailer brake, which I wanted, on the Ranger . The Colorado had all the options I wanted and cost less than a Ranger. I ended buying a 2018 Chevy Colorado Z71 crew cab short box 4x4, with the V-6 and 8 speed automatic transmission, heavy duty trailering package rated for 7,000 lbs with integrated trailer brake, and Bose 7 speaker sound system. With incentives and dealer discounts I paid $32,347. This would be very similar to the Ranger FX4 you tested. The Colorado in your video looked like a bare bones base model. This would not be a fair comparison to the Ranger FX4. Also since you do not have any zero to sixty times I will share that there are many internet postings of the Colorado, with the LT-V6, doing 0-60 in 6.1 seconds. To each their own but I wanted the most truck for the money, that would fit in my garage, with the features I need and for me that turned out to be a Chevy Colorado.

what is one problem with the video in the comparison test in the vehicles you drove the Colorado is not a Z71 and you're comparing it to an FX4 package that's not apples to apples

still surprised with the clowns that still don't understand that not everyone needs a full sized pickup truck with a10litre v10 and 3 thousand hp that is capable of pulling a house, just sayin

When he said "Bronco" i got instant wood😁

You’re right about this heap being for the patagonia wearing city boys. I think most others would just pick the f150 at that price

Still wouldn’t trade my 2017 Tacoma TRD Pro for any other mid sized truck.

Looks really nice ! Time will tell. As has been proven by Tacoma for many many years. A little biased as expected. But nice looking truck!

I have owned both Ford (1gen Ranger and F-150 EcoBust) and 3 Toyota's Tacoma, Tundra and wife has a Sequoia and their is no comparison. Toyota's focus is on durability not bells and whistles like Fords (w/free gremlins included ). All of Fords slick marketing campaigns and technology are not going mean crap when you are "off the grid" and waiting for a tow to town.

I wish they made a fleet oriented ranger. A little single cab pickup that gets good gas mileage and can run equipment around. We have a few older rangers like that and they are quite handy little trucks on the farm. These new rangers are almost as big as my half ton and aren't offered in single cab. I'm sure they will though.

Ford has had lots of head gasket issues with there turbos Just goggle Focus rs. They are so missing the mark here. Lots of former Ranger owners looking for a dependable small 4x4 truck with 6foot bed. In a price range of not more than 30 grand and would prefer 27. The Toyota can be had in that Range which is why I will reluctantly buy a Tacoma this spring. I put over 300 thousand miles on my 96 Ranger and worked it to death hauling stone and sand for work. That was a bullet proof truck. I have zero confidence this truck will last that long.

Tacoma is definitely better unless you need a midsize to tow or something because I guess the ranger is good at towing

Man this truck is nice ! I knew it would be

2.3 gallon ecobeast with tri turbo and direct ejection is the best engine in its class, when will the kerosene version be available?

Wow a ford truck that has a cohesive interior.... good job Ford!!! I like it

Correct me if I am wrong but I noticed the back seat does not fold flat. Your video at the 5:04 mark, the back seat only folded down at about a 45 degree angle? Is that correct or do the rear seat head restraints fold or remove to allow the back seat to fold down completely flat?

1:30 "they're a bit late to this party segment" I'm over here shaking my head because you forgot about the Sport Trac series from not that long ago. I drive a 2007 Sport Trac Limited 4x4 4.6l and I compared it to the new Ranger. Mine has more options, more room but has a bed that is 1ft shorter. But at a price tag in the $8,000-13,000 verses $36,000 it's well worth a look at an 07-10 Sport Trac.

cant wait to hear about the head gasket issues

I just turned 20 and make 39,000 a year I want this but need to save for a house while still at home.. oh man I want this though

I don't understand how car makers think that giving your car high blood pressure = longevity... around 100k head gaskets will stroke your check book like a pen. I'll take naturally aspirated any day of the week...

The reason they stopped making the ranger is because you could by a F-150 for the same price (or less). They are making the same mistake again...

I'm sure the Rangers are going to sell really, really well and rightfully so. HOWEVER, the price is not the best in class. It's the best of these 3 trucks. I get it, the Frontier lacks a lot of the advancements but it's the best price in this class.

I have drove both v6 mustang and the EcoBoost, I would pick the v6. The v6 handles better and had a better pedal response. Also, I had a 3.5l EcoBoost f150 and the motor was garbage. I had to have the timing chain replaced at 40k. When I went to replace my f150 I bought a Honda Ridgeline and I love it. I would never by an EcoBoost again.

Will you also get the Ranger Raptor in the USA?!! with Custom build Fox? Also what is the Max tyre size you can fit on the Ranger? with 16 or 17 inch offroad rims?

that jeep gladiator though!!!!

Could’ve just said it’s for ppl that want a smaller truck irregardless of price. 99% of ppl that buy trucks, wranglers or really any 4x4 vehicle use them on paved roads 99% of the time.

I will wait till a 4.0 comes out. that's what I have in my old ranger.

So for the people mad they didn't compair it to z71 and other packages is because it will get a raptor package by the end of the year

I really loved my Ford Explorer Sport Trac. What happened to making those. Guess I’ll have to check the Ranger out.

He started flipping thru that book like a manga 🤣🤣😂

The bronco 2 was on the ranger platform too.

“Patagonia wearing” I feel attacked

How big is it compared to the 2011 ranger?

I wonder how long turbos, direct injection and 10 speed will last.

Choosing the color is the hardest part.

The Ranger will succeed or fail based on 'value per dollar'. And a $45k+ version compared to a comparably (or better) equipped F150 will likely fail that test. Now a $25k+ version may score big with consumers. Most Rangers sold will never go off road. That's reality. The rear floor 'not' being flat when the seats are folded, and the center console being small, are both swing and misses by Ford. I like the idea of the Ranger 'if' a nicely equipped 4x4 version can be scored for less than $35k. Short of that, I'll be buying another 1/2 ton truck next year.

You ordered a $40k truck that you had never driven? Wow.

Am I the only one thinking this guy sounds like a total Ranger fanboy? With a brand new redesign like this, there will be bugs to be worked out! The Yakima deal is a nice touch, but nowadays you can find accessories for just about anything.

Price war in mid size pickups !

imm looking at a video or the Ford Ranger and they have a Chevy commercial prior to the video lol

Idk for 45k I'd rather buy a fully loaded 4x4 two door f-150 v8 5.0L with every possible option for $42k. they really Should've put a 3.5l v-6, even the 2.7L v-6 currently own a 2018 Ford f-150 and the biggest problem is the 10 speed transmission doesn't make up it's mind smoothly. For a little engine like that it's going to be shifting a lot. They should've done well with a 8 speed.

Where is your source for the engine being twin turbo? There is nothing online about the engine being twin turbo.

We had these in australia for years surprised only recently usa has them... that would be a ranger wildtrack (gold one) here, dont really like the model name there or the stickers, was hoping they would make it better there but i guess not. lol do they get the raptor also or just that model.?? they have no rear bars or any accessories too. looks kindda cheap

nice review. but as others mentioned, def not freaking twin turb 4 cyl!! lol

I like it I want one. I am glad that it is bigger . The old one was a little to small. I had 4 rangers but I can tell you I use a truck for work and the Chevy S10 had less problems then the Ranger. I had a S10 chevy with over 250 thousand miles and the only thing I did to it was change oil and replace brakes and tires. Never had a AC failure or nothing. But it did lack power on the V6. I have 3 ford vehicles now 2014 and a 2018 and all 3 have backup camera problems. You would think something so easy that they could get it to work properly. Ford puts 6 dollar sensors where they are not serviceable and cost thousands of dollars to replace like a AC temp sensor . Ford are high maintenance and that is the down side of ford.

I like the ranger front end, but the tail lights are fugly.

The tent is sweet ...

I'll take the Taco 🌮

Don't forget your kale , frayed shaped bill baseball hat. Your vinyl record opinion and your kayak.

Unless they've improved the situation with the starter solenoid, it's still junk. Every time I've owned a Ford, I went and bought several starter solenoids and kept one in the glove compartment.

i don't agree on the jeep comment

Try to find a wrecked RS and do a engine swap and make your own ranger Raptor....

Sadly it seems consumers will never be able to buy just a simple truck anymore. Everything has to have so much technology, and other useless stuff that we don't need.

I'll be getting a 2019 at this time next year or maybe a 2020 if they are out.

This just confirmed that I will be getting a Ranger when they come out. I can't wait.

How did I know in advance that you were going to declare it "the best small truck in America"?

I’m still complaining that there is no manual. Don’t have much faith in automatics as I sit here waiting on yet another automatic for my F150

How can it cost the same as my F150? It looks awesome. It’s going to beat out everything else. There’s no comparison.

Crew Cab with 6’ bed Manual transmission then I would consider.

I want a Ranger Raptor

I disagree with your comment on the Jeep. At least that truck stays true to its heritage, unlike the new ranger. Don't get me wrong the new look is growing on me, but the old design is way better. I use to have a ranger, but my current vehicle is way better.

Wtf the jeep gladiator is beautiful

I'm not terribly happy with the limited standard options on the Ranger. I think Ford missed the mark on this one. I'm in the market so I'm comparing and right now the Z71 has more bang for the buck. Then again I'm not making my mind up until I can actually test drive one and the final numbers are out.

did miss what the miliage is supposed to be on this truck? My F150 gets avg 20 mpg. what does this get?

How is this video legal if there is an embargo?

The ranger raptor is what I would buy if f I was getting a ranger

cool tent

the new ford ranger is cool but it's not small.

What is the MPG on this, I can not find it anywhere?

f-250 here 2006

Gotta get your facts correct there skippy :(

I think the best selling price is bull. The ranger 4x4 with discounts came in higher price than my f150 fx4.... price point is way to high ...... big discounts on f150

Don’t you think they’ll sell for a lot less than the msrp? Why didn’t you just wait for a deal?

It is a single turbo twin scroll unit, NOT TwinTurbos, it is the same 2.3 L engine in the eco boost mustang.

Look for the ford ranger raptor. Its the best pickup.

Sorry for that price point I'd get a f150. More power heavier duty more room about the same gas mileage an I would bet anything that a f150 would do the same or better off road.

3.2l still the best

kinda hard to make a claim that the ranger has the "best in class" tourque when it goes up against a duramax diesel engine.

No rear vents? ):

Wow this uses Waze. Can't wait for my bronco 🤣

7500 pounds is not best in class towing. The diesel canyon is rated for 7,600-7,700 depending on 4x4 and will do it with ease compared to this thing. Peak torque at 2000 rpm vs 3000...

Dam shame the only half way decent tire choice is the Hancook. . wish they would come with BF Goodrich KO2 or better yet a Cooper St. Maxx. I really don't think their wheel choices look all that good. I think I would still want a Colorado ZR2.

It's the best selling bakkie in South Africa since 2012