Ford Ranger FX4 Max review 2021: Like a Raptor, but it can tow & lug a load

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Love the Ford Ranger Raptor, but need to tow up to 3500kg and load just under 1000kg of payload? Maybe the 2021 Ford Ranger FX4 Max is for you! It has some of the suspension components from the Ranger Raptor, plus a meaty set of all-terrain tyres. Paul Maric tests it out to see if it's any good!
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Intro: 00:00
Exterior: 01:03
Interior: 06:18
Infotainment: 07:44
Safety Tech: 09:01
Practicality: 10:10
On-road: 13:09
Off-road: 17:50
Verdict: 20:30
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@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Okay...be honest, what do you think of the optional stripe package? Reply to this comment with your thoughts!

@BhullerTV 3 года назад

First

@gamingsoldier5314 3 года назад

kind of a waste of money

@7immmmy 3 года назад

Nah that sticker pack looks crap. Otherwise the ute looks ok

@victormhango8078 3 года назад

Sorta works but wouldn't option it

@marcusj4467 3 года назад

If you ever have a scratch or bingle good luck getting it fixed = no stickers thanks

@djteeke 3 года назад

Bought one of these with the sticker package as a post divorce and mid life crisis gift to myself, and honestly could not be happier with it, it's a lot more fun to drive and you feel much more satisfied sitting in it especially coming from a Honda Odyssey. The road noise doesn't bother me at all and there's no one else in the car to complain. 5/5 stars!

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Ha ha, I love the description. Thanks for the feedback!

@samfulton9994 2 года назад

Post divorce and mid life crisis gift, love it. Good on you mate

@quincyprisirie588 2 года назад

🤣nobody to complain

@gregorycampbell1857 2 года назад

Perfect review haha

@Nebs1 3 года назад

The stickers are horrendous. Imagine paying $700 for $50 worth of stickers to make your car look significantly worse.

@gtr161 3 года назад

I would be removing all the stickers, so the R A N G E R and FX4 would be deleted on my car...

@evanthegreat8892 3 года назад

This is factual information

@munkskyline17 3 года назад

Yea could've spend on paint protection or something 😐

@brandonlong4252 3 года назад

This would be an awesome touring ute for towing a trailer or caravan and then can still go 4x4ing for some fun! You would never tow with a Raptor! With a XLT or Wildtrack while very nice with tech pack and all, you still need to upgrade suspension and tyres where FX4 is good to go! Plus having all those switches for extras is mint! No to the sticker pack! Just remember mate its a UTE targeted for mainly blokes, tradies and 4x4 touring. A shoulder check in a ute with good visability wont kill you and if the cup holder isn't made for your baby latte then be a big boy and order a large!

@chrisbucello3688 3 года назад

Lol this is great

@PK51X 3 года назад

Liking the channel and the reviews Paul. Good format and an honest no BS review of everything you test. Thanks.

@thetattedpharmacist3215 3 года назад

Liking the new style of listing the tech during the safety talk!

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Glad you like it! And thanks for the feedback!

@aaronsahonta554 3 года назад

I was waiting for your review for soooo long. Thanks paul

@troyus111 3 года назад

Listen Ive just bought one and its on its way. Reasons/thoughts; * I'm a professional who will use it as a taxi during the week. I need new car (driving 1996 bomb) but I want to get out 4WD/Hunting/Camping with the family on the weekends. This is smaller/cheaper/more usable around town than a y62 or LC200 which I see as the next step up. I am not interested in the older LCs. *Raptor towing and carrying concerns me. - I have a 250kg downball camper trailer + 200kg family + 100kg roof rack = Only just over 100 kg of stuff I can carry camping. Thats not enough for anyone right? Everyone adds a roo bar and rock sliders, canopy etc which would easily blow out a raptors payload. And its soo wide. that worried me. *Why not a wildtrax X? (was my first car to look at) Well the problem with them #1 is 18inch rims and tyres. Both need replacing for offroad stuff really. Im not talking rock crawling either. And many will add a lift straight away. * FX4MAX came with the rims and tyres done, mild lift (all covered by warranty) which isnt cheap. The 4wd mods are sorta done and its ready to go straigth away imo. Well for my modest needs. I had heard it drives better than a normal ranger (from a salesman who drove it a bit). To hear you say its drive isn't nice and the road noise sucks to hear, but I am still happy with my purchase and reasoning.

@beauthompson3045 3 года назад

Totally agree. Same reasoning predominantly as to why I've bought one!! Enjoy it, I know I will.

@whiplash756 3 года назад

I’m in the same boat also, can’t wait for it

@jasonbennettdesign 3 года назад

How did you guys justify the FX4MAX over the wildtrak, that's what I'm struggling with today. I'm ready to buy one right now, I just can't decide between FX4MAX or Wildtrack. I'll need new tyres on the Wildtrak, granted, but it comes with roller shutter and electric locking tray, and a bit of a fancier interior. I dig the switch panel, but is it worth swapping for the included tech package, illumination, LEDs and locking tub on the wildtrak? Genuine question, not making trouble, I'm legitimately trying to decide which one to go put a deposit on and it's hurting my head...

@beauthompson3045 3 года назад

@@jasonbennettdesign electric seats, seat warmers etc are not things I care much about. I use mine for touring, camping & 4wding so have put a canopy on so the roller shutter also was not something I wanted. This model has what I need, as in the upgrades I would have done to anything else I bought, e.g suspension, tires and has the ability to run the accessories I will run like winch, lights, compressor etc with the upgraded alternator. Plus maintains the payload and towing capabilities. Having now received mine I am even happier and love the set up, the 10 speed transmission gets a little lost in the lower gears but isn't a big deal in my opinion. I disagree with suspension comments in the review, but I also run rear drawers and canopy which I feel helps contribute to in my belief the nice ride.

@ChurchInAshes 3 года назад

Bad choice in my opinion. The 2022 round the corner is a V6 and looks even better.

@norbertfurlani320 3 года назад

Test drove this just recently and was very impressed. Drove it back to back with the Wildtrak and preferred the FX4, particularly the suspension and handling. Raptor is significantly more expensive so this is a good compromise. The 2 litre also impressed. Would definitely purchase this vehicle but am holding out for the new model which will hopefully be out by end of the year or early next (hopefully with a v6). I also recently tested Amarok 580, Hilux Rugged X and D-Max X-Terrain. Ranger was my favourite. Never been in one before. Can see why they sell so many. Kudos to Ford.

@skypupthepro8835 3 года назад

I have one and love it. Booked in for a duel battery system behind the back seat next week and then I will take it away for some fun.

@nicolaswilson5035 Год назад

I bought my 2020 XLT FX4 last year, used, for my lifestyle. Single dad who works hard and plays hard. It’s fancy enough that it looks great under city lights but it also looks great dirty. I use the bed for lots of light use, like another hand around the yard, and for my bike for after work through the week. On the weekends the kids and I are able to go anywhere and do anything thanks to the off road package. I researched other vehicles, and got this one because it suits every single one of my needs (and wants).

@johnnyhopkins2059 3 года назад

Just bought one like you said its the practically having a tray at the back. For me its a multi purpose specifically those long road trip with my family. We take so much stuff when we go for holidays, and its jam pack our SUV. And now makes thing so much more better by having a ute.

@graemehills5759 3 года назад

The FX4 MAX suspension (2 inch) is not the same as the Raptor (2.5 inch), which is heavier and tuned more for on road, according to Fox. The FX4 MAX is targeted more for off road and so is going to be a little rougher. If you are planning to use your ute off road towing or with a canopy full of gear, and want to travel in some comfort, the FX4 MAX is a good option. BTW, a cordless charge mat is available as an optional accessory, I thought I had better point that out as you told people that it doesn't have one. Cons: Manual seat adjustment, no vents in the back seat, no reach adjustment on the steering wheel, and a small paper cup of coffee doesn't fit nicely in the cup holder. I think I could live with that - given it comes with 31.6 in off road tyres, great suspension, 157kw, & 500nm. Decent off road credentials. Don't get hung up about the decal package - it's a $700 package that you don't have to get.

@brentj_ 3 года назад

Thankyou Paul for reviewing this one 👌

@edwardgattek8943 3 года назад

yes finally been waiting for this !!!!

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

😄

@TheMorebravo 3 года назад

Bought a dual cab because they are so practical. Dog, bike and gear in the back for the weekend and you can pressure wash it out. Try pressure washing an Everest out... It's also less of a compromise, when you compare to an SUV, in regards to comfort.

@aubreymonare3109 2 года назад

Your review is so niiice, was looking something that can cater for lil bit luxury but mean at the same time... Im sold

@ariffi4668 3 года назад

“Cup holder for your dare iced coffee” “Big ol’ ford across the grill just incase people forget what you are driving” Lmao! Absolutely outstanding review Paul

@davidparseth 3 года назад

I'm a tradie and these vehicles offer a good compromise between having a family car and a work wagon. I drive a 2015 ranger XL and love it. I really don't understand why the engines are getting smaller in these vehicles, My Ute's a 3.2l and get close to 1000 kms on a full tank. I'd love to see more V6s and even V8 models.

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

That makes two of us!

@dwade3202 3 года назад

Idk if its true, but a lot of people say its cuz of chinas regulations and these sell s lot there. Theres nothing on this planet anymore that somehow doesnt have something to do with the chinese...

@gavinwolfe3238 3 года назад

All to do with government fuel economy and emissions rules. Engines are going to keep getting smaller until they bring out hybrid and electric utes.

@ELCHAPODIAZ 3 года назад

@@dwade3202 c

@austrisklavins3293 3 года назад

@@dwade3202 these are popular in Europe as well and we get a lot bigger tax for bigger engines. I'm European, I drive 2017 Wildtrak with 3.2 litre, but honestly I don't want to switch to a new one, like raptor just because it has that 2 lite engine and I love how 3.2 sounds. I hope that I'll be able to wait till next gen ranger with 3 litre V6 before buying a new one.

@youngie73 3 года назад

An absolutely awesome review as per usual, Paul. Hard to justify the coin. Like a few others have said, my money would be a on a 2nd hand raptor if the budget couldn’t be stretched for a new one.

@TheSonicBoom84 3 года назад

I’m not a tradie but I love the convenience of my Ranger as I can just throw stuff in the tray and go, makes it real easy when camping etc :)

@stendecstretcher4983 3 года назад

Great review thanks Paul.

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Thanks for watching!

@simonadventum 3 года назад

With a UTE you can travel with the family and still hit the dirt roads, around the city you can carry a lot of things around. I love my UTE, I go fishing on the weekends and still move the kids around on the weekdays. It's the perfect all-around vehicle

@autonewstv86 3 года назад

Honestly, if you're looking for a mid-sized truck, this is the one to go with. Definitely more "get up and go" than the others I've driven. You have better visibility out of the Ranger than most of the others as well.

@NoOne56488 3 года назад

I think the amarok is better, the 4cly that ford and other manufacturers release just don't do it for me. They are highly strung and under powered for what they are powering. I also hate cars/utes that don't have reach adjust on the steering, it makes it hard to get comfy.

@kierenroutley3755 3 года назад

Great review but really need to test load carrying vehicles with at least a 3/4 load as well as empty. Makes a huge difference and thats what they’re made for.

@elizabethroe745 2 года назад

As a teacher, I have been really looking forward to buying one for the ease and use of moving furniture and bigger items to be delivered to my classroom and also obviously it will be very handy for personal use. Having the independence of being able to move my own furniture is something that really appeals to me. Eventually one day, it seems that it will be a good family car as well.

@FrndsCallMeDaz 3 года назад

i have a double-cab Wildtrak, and i bought it because i like the "Go anywhere" aspect of a big bakkie, it has "family car" features, and because i live in South Africa, dodging potholes are not as scary as it was when i drove a Focus. i also bought it because i like the idea of being able to load whatever i want when i want

@rotteneffekt4416 3 года назад

2016 pre facelift in France, was into estate cars before, my wife convinced me, now I'm a convert. On the limit on terms of size but overall super practical. No blind spot monitoring? This thing doesn't have any blindspots. And yeah, I'm doing office work, fun to go in the mountains on the weekends though.

@sm-r8997 3 года назад

Good review, love the way you can mention good & bad sides, and not just shill for the car maker. Not a fan of the grey or the sticker pack on this car, new Navara looks a lot better in their grey. I'm wanting to get a new ute this year, and your reviews are helping me to make a decision!

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Thanks mate! I'll always tell it like it is.

@marcusj4467 3 года назад

Paul I think this was your best review, sure seems they’ve gone thin on delivery. More than a few Raptors with shiny tyres seem to just roam Sydney streets and beach car parks, maybe this will at least see some work duty.

@nichowe7543 3 года назад

Good to see they haven't put ridiculous 18" wheels on it. 17" is a good size so you don't lose heaps of side wall. You have to except the road noise when you have all terrains though.

@titanx04 3 года назад

The side steps look as though they’d get caught up rather than slide

@mnisselle 3 года назад

I’m currently driving the 2020 XLT. Prior to that I had the 2017 XLT. Both have been great vehicles for me. I tow for work (between 1500kg-2500kg depending on the day) and camp on weekends. I also have an 80 series that’s mostly for fun (both the wife and daughter aren’t fans of the 80 for a number of reasons) and it doubles as a back up work vehicle when needed. I saw the FX4 MAX and thought it might hit the mark for work, play and family. I didn’t realise it only came in the bi-turbo 4 cylinder, so I’ll rule it out on that alone (4 cylinders working harder and revving higher kind of negates the fuel savings of a smaller engine and not sure yet what that means for lifespan of the engine), but your comments on the compromised ride are also good to know. I’m a fan of the mid-sized 4WD for the versatility of work/play/family, but they’re not my ‘forever car’, that would be a 79 series Landcruiser. So while there remains a price difference of $30k or so between a cruiser and a ranger (etc.), I’ll be staying with the mid size.

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Thanks for that! Very useful info. It'd be worth snapping up a 70 Series soon. I think if/when they stop production they'll go up in price like the Defender.

@stephenchisadza4975 3 года назад

I am an economist (office job) but I like the convenience of carrying stuff around, especially for my hobbies

@Karlos305 3 года назад

Brought the Ranger for Dad jobs. Day after I picked it up I put a tub load of soil in it for the backyard. Next day picked up a tray of plants. The week after I picked up 2 couches. Next week I'm filling the back up with sand. I've had it 3 weeks

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

You've been busy! Let me know when you run out of things to do - I've got some jobs for you! 😅

@chappo4845 3 года назад

Same Karl. Not a Ranger but a similar ute. It is like a Wagon based Taxi. Don’t always need it but it’s there when you do. So, a ute doesn’t drive like a car. I no longer notice. It’s a treat when I drive the family sedan, otherwise I’m so used to the ride and different driving style it feels normal. Rides better than my XB GS that I had moons ago anyway, and cheaper too. Plus, no one wants to steal it.

@matthewjeffery3284 3 года назад

Hi Paul great review 👍🏼👍🏼 just wondering when to expect a review of the updated navara cheers

@paulh4691 3 года назад

Not a tradie and not into 4x4ing, but have been stuck on slippery boat ramps with my 8 metre 2.5ton boat and trailer, and once on grass before deciding its 4x4 time. Started with a petrol pajero but it wasn't up to the task, plus I couldn't get enough gear in the back when going away. Bought one of these - 2.5 years on and just love the dam thing as that tray has been so bloody handy. Can even carry 5 mountain bikes in the back without even removing the wheels which is bloody great 😎

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Love it - thank you!

@PrimeraShifting 3 года назад

We bought a Navara a few years ago with the thought of setting up a farm once my parents retired. Unfortunately the farm dream may not be coming true anymore so pretty much we only got our ute bec here in the Philippines, gas prices are up and since the Navara is a diesel engine, it only made sense to get a diesel-powered vehicle especially since we drive far from time to time.

@berendpilon1632 3 года назад

Great balanced & honest review. Keep 'em coming! :)

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Thank you!

@davidthompson882 3 года назад

Watching in the U.K. own a 3.2 wildtrak and love it, due to upgrade my nearly 4 year old pickup but not really sold on that one mate, great review as always

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Thanks for watching!

@davidthompson882 3 года назад

@@ben130i8 yeah hopefully with the power stroke diesel and a face lift mate

@hentyellis779 3 года назад

Buy the new Thunder you won’t be disappointed,I’ve had two 3.2 wildtracks and it’s the best yet

@davidthompson882 3 года назад

@@hentyellis779 thanks parked next to one and they do look great

@andyborodin5211 3 года назад

I've got a XLT 2019 biturbo dual cab. I'm a tradesman (plasterer). My ranger is my work ute, family and holiday vehicle. I've got ladder/roof racks for carrying plasterboard (I've carried 800kgs twice no problems - shh, keep it between us). I'm very happy with this vehicle, haven't been 4wdrivimg yet though

@inosetefuimaono1224 3 года назад

Yes I was waiting for this review

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

😄

@inosetefuimaono1224 3 года назад

@@CarExpertAus is it better to buy a Ford ranger wildtrak and just modified on it ?😁

@pip6069 3 года назад

@@inosetefuimaono1224 i wanna know this too

@eru6ite 2 года назад

My dad was a lawyer and drove a Chevy dual-cab so I grew up with a "pickup truck" and I just love the look of them, particularly the Raptor. P.S. I love your work! 🍻

@BILLYBANTER69 2 года назад

I have had 3 Ranger XLT's now from the first PX in 2012 through to a 2019 and each one has been better than the last so it will be interesting to see how this FX4 Max stacks up against the last XLT as that has been great.

@grecoconduris6716 3 года назад

I see so many Rangers on chunky tyres and flares etc. I imagine this is just filling that niche, but it comes with a warranty and has been properly engineered.

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Yep that's true. If you're happy with the ride it's a good way to do it without voiding the warranty.

@gavinwolfe3238 3 года назад

Would suit me perfect. I’m a farmer and regularly tow and carry heavy loads, and go off road most days as well. Currently driving an XLT and have got bigger tyres on it but standard otherwise as it is a company vehicle so we don’t want to go modifying them and compromising warranties and legalities. Here in New Zealand we are allowed to do a 5% increase in tyre size legally so in theory the FX4 Max can run a 33” tyre compared to 32” on an XLT or Wildtrak. A bit more off road performance while still maintaining the carrying and towing capacity I need would be great, and the 2L is a step up from my current 3.2L as well.

@dylant4808 3 года назад

I died when you tried to say Bakkie 😂 tbh I like the way Australians say Ute

@shannonjeffs530 3 года назад

I just ordered mine due in April. Stickers are awful did not buy. As for usage, I work a desk job, so not work related, I am building a house and I tow a 3 ton boat, so needed 3.5 ton towing, but also ability to transport tools, building supplies, etc, all while being able to transport the family around. Not had a ute for over 6 years and I miss it all the time, looking forward to getting back into one!

@tomglynn8943 3 года назад

I'm a carpenter by trade but now in management and use a ute for family duties, plus camping (firewood, bikes, towing etc), and also odd bits of home maintenance. I've tried a Santa Fe and bent the chassis, and more recently a Challenger but find it's like a ute with a reeeaaallly small tray.

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Love it! Thanks for that description :-D

@IamSomeDude22 2 года назад

For the raptor lovers, you can't pull a standard camper trailer once you add 5 people, camping gear and water in your trailer (2,500kg is a tough ask - You can't extend yourself if you need to with a boat carrier etc.. This is why the car exists Paul. The wildtrak does handle the requirement but ideally most people would fit bigger tyres and a lift kit so you're right back to the FX4 MAX. For campers pulling trailers, this is your vehicle.

@AfrikanTaO 3 года назад

Paul said Bakkie.. thanks bro

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Thanks for watching!

@hedydd2 3 года назад

Farmer. Tow 3.5 tons regularly as well as carrying bales and 600kg tote bags plus one ton pallets of 25kg bags. Only very occasionally carry passengers in the rear seats but it is usually full of expensive tools, jump start cables, a small welder and so on, some of which needs removing when a passenger sits in there. The cubby holes are filled with animal medicines and the glovebox with herd management sheets from a computer at the office. This spec seems ideal for my use. I've tried the current Ranger in lesser trim and more road tyres and they are not noisy. I think maybe I'd stick with the Limited or Wildtrak models but certainly with the twin turbo diesel and ten speed box.

@i4u4 3 года назад

Nice Review Bro good job..

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Thanks moit!

@i4u4 3 года назад

@@CarExpertAus Welcome bro my pleasure....

@sealoftheliving4998 3 года назад

This is awesome FX4 MAX. I watch the video running in mountain

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Excellent!

@jili7380 3 года назад

Great review! Will you review the focus active?

@markinterone 3 года назад

New subs here ! Great review 👏

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Thanks for watching and subscribing!

@b-rentareilly8204 3 года назад

Loving the reviews! I don’t own a dual cab Ute yet, but I’m currently looking for something to replace my (very long in the tooth) BA Falcon wagon. No other (newer) wagon I’ve looked at has a steel floor under the carpet. Seems an odd thing to pick at, but I tend to load my toolbox, tools, mower and other heavy things in the back. And I wouldn’t mind being able to take a couple of back tracks and go camping ect. So yeah a dual cab seems to be the pick.

@anthonyhawken6566 3 года назад

I can appreciate the attempt that Ford has made to do a mix of XLT and RAPTOR. I would like to drive one myself to see if it worked out not.

@michaelwatts6122 3 года назад

This is a great match for the majority of new caravans I see. Which all have off-road suspension, all terrain tyres and increased body protection. Be interested to have your thoughts on the suspension with some sort of load in tray and/or towing. Also how does it compare to its competitors you mentioned not just the raptor.

@mikeykeyes 3 года назад

BF Goorich KO2 many have described as dangerous on road especially in wet. So unless you take care and drive 80% off road and 20% on road might stick to AT3W Wildpeak (Falken) which are brilliant on road and off.

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

They are definitely sketchy in the wet! Although fun: instagram.com/p/BpCACfUD5vd/

@marcsacco2538 3 года назад

Your a muppet there are 2 types of ko2 from BFG one is good in the wet and the other not so much and Mickey Thompson’s are they way to go

@kingkire1556 3 года назад

@@marcsacco2538 What are the two types of KO2?

@cyclemoto8744 3 года назад

@@marcsacco2538 Me think not. The only 2 versions are...the current model and the previous model: KO1 & KO2 which in fact aren't versions, those are series.

@gavinwolfe3238 3 года назад

So weird Ford keep using BFG tyres when most reviews of the Raptor mention how bad the tyres are.

@sonjake21 3 года назад

A review on the Wildtrak 2.0 BiTurbo would be nice.

@darzb480 2 года назад

Not after the bi turbo at all. But want the ranger 3.2 5 cyl for towing a van. Or next years v6. I think the little bi turbo would be a time bomb towing a large van off road. But then again... lease company's problem. Fuel tank size will be an issue... But after market tank Available. I'm Use to a 150 litre Prados range. Great videos, like your delivery. Easy to listen to. Most Aussie car videos start with some galah going, "owsitgarnmate". Your show is refreshing!

@kentaylor2950 3 года назад

Awesome review! I am confused with the Ranger it's variants. I had thought the FX4 was an XL or XLS with the Raptor suspension, but looks like I was wrong. Not sure who would buy this when the XLT seems to be a better buy. Maybe people who want the extra clearance and better offroad suspension. Seriously looking at getting a Ranger later this year, glad I can cross the FX4 option off and consider the XLT. But I'm waiting for those Triton reviews!

@colincameron6263 3 года назад

Great review again. i am pleased i did not wait for this and got a wildtrak after your opinions. Only gripe i have with the review is that you compared it mostly with Raptor and we all know how good that is. It would have been nice to compare it with other brands that do an off road version to see how it compares to direct rivals.

@IamSomeDude22 2 года назад

I don't know Colin, I have the PX3 Wildtrak and I'm selling it for one of these. The wildtrak's features don't justify themselves, who auto parks a ute seriously! The standard lift kit and big tyres, grill, this think looks heaps better! The Raptor can't tow anything bigger then a carrot so that's off the cards also! MAX for me this time round!

@tonywall878 2 года назад

i Bought a XLT in 2020 i am a tradie and like to escape on the weekends, and travel to Queensland a couple of times a year to see family and like to carry a fair bit of kit for living and camping.

@ApektadongAbusado1 3 года назад

I reckon the lack of blind spot monitoring is to cater for extended side mirrors for towing, which it seems this was targeted for.

@mikeykeyes 3 года назад

I bought my Triton as it was the cheapest with the most tech but the reason I looked for a dual cab was- occasional haulage for the farm as well as daily driver. In hind thought I would have bought a medium all wheel drive ( as roads here get very slippery and my drive way needs a 4wd to get in and out in the wet) and a second hand ute for farm work.

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Thanks for that feedback!

@arcangeldelagurda 2 года назад

lovee fx4

@williambrinton4661 3 года назад

Hello from the state’s ! New sub here and throughly enjoy your reviews !!! It’s too bad we’ll never get half of these models in the states. Cheers! Oh, and that stripe package is hideous

@2004lesk01 3 года назад

this is nice!

@peterjosepharibal8713 3 года назад

liking the designs exept for stickers but overall like it

@Kaal_Bhairava1 3 года назад

I am not a Tradie, I like the ute for utility , looks and camping. Ute is a versatile vehicle that has tough looks.

@holidaymail 3 года назад

The prices of utes are getting absolutely bonkers

@andrew9465 3 года назад

Really...?

@holidaymail 3 года назад

@@andrew9465 would I have said it if I didn’t think that? Yes really!

@kylosolo6128 3 года назад

Only in Australia I think, I was comparing prices of these utes in some Asian countries and found that in some cases, the most expensive ute model is even cheaper than a base camry, which blows my mind how expensive these utes are here

@andrew9465 3 года назад

@@holidaymail I think they are great value, I'd easy pay another $30-40k for some more luxury and a better engine. Don't want the size of a RAM, F150, Tundra etc.

@cyclemoto8744 3 года назад

@@kylosolo6128 i doubt the specifications are the same

@gregjacques3159 3 года назад

I by utes because of the room to put things in. I used to go to Busselton with the family and I used to take my families gear and the sister inlaws gear in the Ford Courier dual cab with a canopy. When I changed to a GQ Patrol Wagon, I could'nt take all the gear I used to and definatley could'nt take any of the sister inlaws gear. I thought the GQ would have just as much room but NOooo. I like utes because of the ability to carry larger Items such as furniture or timber. I'm not a tradie and don't use it for work, I just find it more useful and practical for weekend activities be it carring picnic gear, trip to garden centre, trip to Ikea or going to the tip. I also don't have to worry about being clobber by gear if I stop suddenly. Another benifit of a ute is if you have dirty gear such as snatch strap or garden products you aren't worried about getting the interior of the car dirty. Hope that helps Paul.

@billmancer8142 3 года назад

Great review mate- I was keen before but not now- I would rather buy a used raptor to haul my dirt bike and explore.

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

That's the thing - if you're not towing 2500+kg or lugging 900kg in the tray, the Raptor is the better choice - or just to stick with a Wildtrak.

@billmancer8142 3 года назад

@@CarExpertAus Yes- and towing over 2.5 tonne with a ute isn't a lot of fun anyway.

@michaelwatts6122 3 года назад

@@CarExpertAus how does the fox suspension perform while towing or with some load?

@smule27 3 года назад

Great review, can you do a comparison with new Isuzu dmax Paul

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

We are working on our comparison format at the moment :_)

@ejthenx476 3 года назад

I do like the cahh you reviewed

@gracianoantonio4416 3 года назад

Great car, but still waiting for the Triton Gls Premium . Would be awesome next after this review

@jimanastasiou1061 3 года назад

Good job as always.. Starting to feel that the ranger is a bit aged now..Waiting for the new generation this year..When do you believe that the new raptor will come out?

@brysonvollenhoven2852 3 года назад

Many people are confusing ground clearance and ride height ... I think it's only Mitsubishi which gives the actual ground clearance whereas the rest gives ride height for ground clearance and that can cause confusion for those that don't understand it and are new to the 4×4 experience things

@user-gf3jf8sz1i 3 года назад

Cool car

@drivingparadox 3 года назад

Thanks for the video. Don't like the decals. We do the log climb and rock downhill in 4L whereas you were in 4H so suggest it wouldn't have runaway like it did. On road, when you kicked it down, sounds like a CVT...anemic engine noise :) . Still think the lower dash were the stero and climate controls are situated, the black square panel looks like its lifted from the AU Falcon. Would like a Ranger but need the price to settle down more.

@deaningram683 3 года назад

The stickers are definitely crap, the old FX4 ones are better. Interesting review though. The suspension is an upgrade from a normal coil / leaf Ranger and it has the same brand of shocks, not the same shocks as the Raptor so I don’t understand the constant comparison. Comparison to a Wikdtrack or XLT would make sense. I’m looking forward to driving one to see for myself but the comments I’ve read from people who have got them already all say it’s better than a normal Ranger. Also, they’re selling before they’re built and the delivery wait is now apparently until June so these people it was built for that don’t exist seem to be buying lots of them

@alvin_adiwira 3 года назад

750 dollars for a sticker pack? It better comes with extra 20 horsepower!

@BreathingAir 3 года назад

Request for future reviews: Any chance if you can include the engine noise filmed from the outside for ignition and take off?

@diethersantos6404 3 года назад

Now we have this Ranger Fx4 Max in Philippines today!

@shauncashman260 3 года назад

Its a great car if you live outside of Melbourne or Sydney and plan on doing any sort of touring through Australia. As they are only making 1250 of them watch them hold their value too.

@ngametuaheke-tereroa4635 3 года назад

The updated version of it though please

@dylanslaney 3 года назад

well...i guess it will be easier to identify which model ranger is tailgating me on the freeway now :P

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

😅

@simoncouch1523 3 года назад

Another wicked review, reckon better off getting the wildtrack or the raptor this appears to be stuck in no mans land

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Agreed!

@aubreymonare3109 2 года назад

One thing for sure, im gtting this baby

@Handlesplus 3 года назад

Another excellent review Paul. Question. When you talk ground clearance, where is it taken from? The bottom of the diff? Exhaust? Cheers.

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Thanks! And good question. It depends on the manufacturer, but generally it's the lowest central point on the car.

@brysonvollenhoven2852 3 года назад

The mentioned ground clearance is actually the ride height in this instance

@RobertJohnson-dm9br 3 года назад

With the FX4 Max having a factory lift, shouldn’t the water depth be higher?

@bryanphillips7252 3 года назад

I didn't mind the red stickers right up until you said that they cost seven hundred dollars! On a car that already costs sixty five grand a few stickers that will probably fade and crack in the next few years (like a lot of the D4-D stickers that you see on Prados) should be a 'no cost' option; for an additional seven hundred dollars Ford should be able to paint the extra colours on and do it properly. Keep in mind that you've already paid an extra six hundred dollars for coloured paint if you've chosen anything other than white.

@godzen22 3 года назад

ford ranger number 1🇵🇭

@ssoth1762 3 года назад

Ranger is an awesome ute. I'm just not sure the 2.0L biturbo diesel is powerful enough compared to the 2.3L ecoboost that we get in north America. I love the 10 speed trans though, works very well and seems to be in the right gear all the time.

@johnnumbat9782 3 года назад

Yes Paul - those vinyl stickers reminds me of walking into a Hungarian gift shop ewe!, but no disrespect of your Balkan roots - this model was obviously conceived during a morning tea coffee break - they’ve tried to grab a segment of drivers that don’t exist - I do like the rear tray cup holders 👍🏻 but under the bonnet I would not want to the service/repair costs of not one but two turbos - no surprise on fuel as a small four cylinder pulling around a large ute is going to work harder than a 3 litre four cylinder - I’m a Hilux driver but if I was to spend such a large amount of currency it would have to be the larger-engined Raptor - dangerous idea to have +- button to distract you from the road ahead and no blind spot monitoring? - cheap and nasty for the price - good to see the river isn’t flooded now - John in SA

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

😅😅

@luisandresguevararamirez2905 3 года назад

Those aux switches on the dashboard are the same as in the USA Ford Ranges with the Tremor package

@CarExpertAus 3 года назад

Yes, you're right!

@jocalibusohump 3 года назад

Yes sir until nextime take it easy 😬🥰

@Malc664 3 года назад

I think Ford is saving the lane keep assist and more for the 2022 model so they can give it something new to sell better. And trying to stay in the game until then. Hate those side steps.

@kadimsilahtar 3 года назад

My Ranger Raptor weighs 2.510kgs (almost the same as the new gen full size F-150, all aluminum) and this must be something like widtrak, 2.300kgs, and so Raptor is slower than these in 0-100. But what a comfort in return you get from the Raptor. Until the new Ranger comes out, I stick with my Raptor.