I work for Ford motor company on the service side as a field service engineer and I just had to mention about 4A. 4A is essentially all wheel drive. It allows you to drive on the road with all 4 wheel driving the drivetrain. It does not switch between 4 high or low, or switch between 2 high and 4 high. It is basically all wheel drive. All 4 wheels all the time. It has a clutch in the transfer case that allows for slip so that you can go around turns unlike when you put a vehicle in 4H and get driveline bind. But I’m sure most people don’t care how it works lol.
If you work for Ford, tell your bosses to start producing some vehicles that are actually affordable. Most folks need a bigger truck than the Maverick.
Doug is incorrect about the pricing of the vehicle. The MSRP of the new TRD pro is $65,000 and the trail hunter is $64,000. For $57,000 it doesn’t seem like a bad deal. It’s also important to note that there are pretty much no options for the ranger raptor, it comes fully equipped and the only thing you can get are the bead lock wheels.
We have had these for about a year here in south Africa. This is by far the best truck on sale here. Nothing is as fast or as good offroad. Huge upgrade compared to the old one
I came here looking for this comment. I bet he filmed this months ago before Toyota had released their mafia prices on the 24 TRD Pro/Trail Hunter. My bet is Doug based it off the 23 TRD Pro prices.
I've own and driven this raptor for over a year and I can tell you those side steps are just side steps they aren't rock slides at all. (Malaysia, Farmer)
One huge to me anyhow thing you didn't point out is that you can lay a 4 ft wide piece of anything whether it's drywall or plywood between the wheel wells. They only truck in its class that can do that.
The rough ride could be the whopping 44psi you have in those massive tires. I suspect that is what is causing the harshness. That is a lot of pressure for those large tires. Someone thought it was a Mustang or something, sheesh.
If the 4A function is anything like the one thats available in the Bronco it will not switch the truck between High and Low. Its kind of like a full time 4 wheel drive system when you select 4A. You can drive around in 4A and not worry about driveline damage or handling problems.
Near me there's a dealer with 4 on the lot. All similar spec at 59k, they'd have to be out of their minds to charge adm, especially when they are discounting f150 lariats 10k and 14k off (so basically free package) full rocky ridge up fit ones. Sales of these expensive trucks are going to be down hard the next few quarters.
It is designed in Australia. Australia has had Rangers for a number of years and this model is referred to as the next generation Ranger in Australia. What I can tell you is it has been designed to beat all competition in its segment and it does. Once on sale in the US those who drive it, particularly the Raptor will find that nothing will compare to it off road ( in its segment) and the way it drives and handles on the road. Interesting you mention that comes standard in regard to the wheels and tires, in Australia you get get those rims but those are optional if you want them, we can get another rim here if we want
@@texascertifiedroofing5027 unfortunately I’ve already tried with a friend of mine, a dealer only gets a certain number of allocations and we’ve already used ours up. I wish the raptor r wasn’t that limited
I actually think it's awesome it shows all the technical stuff on the screen. Especially them giving you an AFR gauge. If you're really taking the truck off road and working it hard on a trail, those kinds of things might be important to the driver. If I didn't have a need for a full-size truck, I'd absolutely consider one of these trucks. They look fantastic.
@@pawsnpistons not in the UK I don't think. The transit trail has a similar grille but it's not quite the same it has the regular blue oval badge rather than the big FORD one🤷🏽♂️ either way though the ones I'm seeing are just regular transit vans 😂not sports or trails just the regular panel van. I actually saw one this morning on my way to work
Great review! Doug my friend, I miss your outdoor videos :( I don't know why I still can't get used to these indoor videos. Also, I believe TrailHunter and TRD Pro pricing start around $62K, so actually this is way cheaper than those.
Yeah my RR was at 47psi from the factory and yes it was harsher and a lot more skittish, First thing I did was drop them to 37 cold and that in and of itself changed the dynamics dramatically
@@brianjensen5200 I run 24 full time for speedbumps. I can essentialy do 140 kmh over speedbumps no stuggle. Its gonna be more comfy than an sportscar in normal 5 kmh mode
@@sk49kk98 But that's the point. It's the size of what an F150 used to be, a long time ago. NOw the f150 is huge, so they need to make the midsize version comparable. Also, we will never see small trucks again in the US, not like we used to have, due to cafe regulations. The smallest is the Maverick, which isn't even body on frame, it just happens to have a bed.
It’s a small truck. It can’t tow a lot and has barely any bed space. All vehicles are big now.. whoever classifies this as big probably trembles at the sight of diesel 250s let alone 550s or commercial size trucks
I have seen several of these around western Kentucky. I think their cool with the graphics package. I had to do a double take when I had one following me last week.
It would be really nice to see Doug review a 3rd gen ranger, or a second gen. I've seen his reviews on the new ranger and it would be cool to see what he thinks about the older ones!
The lack of A/C (ventilated seats), clearance lights, and the shifter are enough to keep me from buying a Ranger Raptor. Small changes, but they make a world of difference. I test drove a Bronco Raptor to see if it was worth it, but with dealers wanting at least $10-15k over MSRP, plus the lack of A/C seats, noisy and uncomfortable ride, and poor seating position, I decided against it. This is without even considering reliability concerns. I'd love a new F-150 Raptor R, but they're ridiculously marked up too, and something feels off about the styling. Ford needs to seriously up their game if they expect people to upgrade from their old trucks given the high prices of the new ones.
Minor correction -- the 4A setting doesn't select between 4WD high- and low-range. It selects between 2WD and 4WD-high. You can drive on dry pavement in 4A with no problems -- you cannot do that in 4H or 4L. When in 4A, if it detects any slippage of any wheels, it will automatically engage 4WD mode as needed and transfer power to the wheels that aren't slipping. It's great for when the weather is "iffy" -- it might be dry now, but later it's going to get wet or snowy, so you go ahead and engage 4A and leave it there. My '22 Bronco has the same system -- I just leave it in 4A all the time. Technically, 2WD mode should get *slightly* better fuel mileage, allegedly? But it's so small a difference, and we're talking about a vehicle that gets 17 MPG on its best days, so I just don't bother switching between 2WD and 4A.
@@jerryelsea8126 It lets you drive as if you were in 2WD mode -- no binding on dry pavement. Then it engages 4WD when it detects slip -- there's a clutch in the transfer case that locks up to send power to the front wheels. So, yes, it essentially switches between 2WD and 4WD-high.
My biggest questions are: Does it have cooled seats? And how well do the paddle shifters work? Also, I would love to see the air/fuel ratio on my gauge cluster over what music is being played which is already being displayed on the massive screen in the middle.
Agree with the comment about the three amber lights up front .. they're not required but they should have done it to go along with the rest of the line of raptors
Dylan, this is a stupid comment using a dead meme. It’s not original. It’s not funny. It merely proves you are part of the few village idiots who repeatedly post this nonsense. Grow up.
I have owned a new gen ranger raptor for over a year now. great truck overall, fast, fun, and great handling. The downside for street use are ther BFG AT tires, but still it manages to take sharp turns at the same speed my previous x6 v8 biturbo did because the suspension and 4A mode are so good. I find it very comfortable compared with a car, truck, or SUV due to its rear springs suspension and adjustable shocks. One thing that I must point out is that it has a considerable amount of SW bugs in the dash and center console dough, nothing critical but bothersome because they are quite frequent, and they dont go away even if automatic updates is turned on.
@@HiKielLiHi in the previous gen ranger it would, as the 4H mode was not recommended for constan high speed use. However, the 4A mode will kick the front wheel traction only when needed. The manual indicates that it can be used in 4A all the time, the compunter will optimize it in order to avoid any damage to the transfer case. I assume it desconnects front wheel drive at high speeds, when it is not needed.
4A is AWD, not auto high or low range. It basically uses clutches for the front wheels so you can drive in AWD on the concrete without breaking things.
@@WilliamFisher1 i guess affording has different meanings to different people. i would bet 90% of the people who buy this will do 84 month loans with next to nothing down, an 8% interest rate at best and are 1-2 paychecks away from default. I would also bet a large fraction are renters. Looking at pure consumer data, yeah the majority of people actually can’t afford it but think they can.
@@dirkx2350 I'll take that bet. You're projecting numbers that you absolutely cannot substantiate with data. I can assure you that the folks that live around me driving $90k suburbans are not renting... And why would we put more money down than required when the stock market is going gangbusters?
@ybaha1995 we've got those here too unfortunately, they're wayyy to big for Australia. In the last 10yrs or so companies have been importing them and converting them to RHD in relatively small numbers, mostly the Ram 1500, but others more recently like Chev and Ford's F150, even the Lightning. You'll never see one actually being used for what its designered for here though and usually taking up 2 or 4 car spaces depending on how much of a jerk the driver is. They're crazily expensive here too, all start at over 100k AUD.
The US is several times larger than Australia. We have room for large trucks. By American standards, this is midsize. It's a shame you guys don't get to experience cool trucks like F-350s.
i have had the Ranger Raptor since May. i have came from multiple F150's and 250's. i needed to downsize a bit for easier traveling in tighter areas. Overall I am very pleased with it. the vertical screen has taken some time to get used to. Apple car play does disconnect sometimes with no sound..ugh, hope there is a future fix for that. i don't mind the shifter at all, like the lower profile of it. its is a blast to drive, lots of power. very nimble in tight areas. only complaint is i wish the gas tank was bigger....lol my big trucks i stopped rarely on trips, this Raptor is like my Bronco Badlands, more stops for fuel! would highly recommend this truck.
“Buh! I’m European and I make fun of Americans for everything, even though I’ve never visited and have no concept of what the States look like or what vehicles the citizenry drives.”
Doug, consider updating your cool factor ratings as the vehicle models age. Sure, the Gladiator may have been a 6 when it launched, but it likely isn't a 6 now. Some retain the cool factor, like the 2018 TRD Pro, but the Gladiator only seemed hot for a minute. It's something to consider.
Right now for mid-size trucks, the two best deals on true 4x4 offroaders ARE the Ford Ranger Raptor and the Chevy Colorado ZR2 AEV Bison Edition. The Ranger Raptor is best for MOAB Utah fast bumpy desert road running while the ZR2 Bison Edition is more for Colorado or Western Canada old disused high mountain rough forest service road climbing at 10 to 20 miles per hour. Both are fantastic BEASTS of true off road capability and if i had the money, i would GET BOTH!
This truck is awesome. Yes, the price sucks. Just like with everything else these days, it’s overpriced but this truck could possibly be the new best truck in this segment. Everything’s going to 4 cyl and they’re garbage! I’m all for this truck. Keep the V6’s alive baby! Power!!!
Thank you for including "you will get used to it" about the gear selector. While it might be an unusual choice, many people own just one car and after a week, they'll be fine. I remember people getting upset with the Mini's unusual position for the window switches, but then again if it's your daily driver, you'll be fine after a week. Mind you, that's like 2012 though.
He missed the French Fry bag Easter egg- a small bin at the front of the center console where you can drop in a bag of French fries! Silly, but glad to see an interior designer having fun.
So pumped about this ranger raptor. They def should’ve added the 3 marking lights just cause. Sure u can install them aftermarket. Also wish they did the f150 raptor hood scoop as well.
"The ultimate midsize pickup truck" 🤣 Just don't do anything that trucks are supposed to do like towing and hauling. The Ranger Raptor can only tow 5,510 lbs and haul 1,375 lbs in its bed. The Toyota Hilux can tow 7,716lbs and haul 2,425lbs in its bed.
Yeah but the hilux still has an interior from 2015, drum brakes on the rear and leaf spring suspension, fk all sound deadening on the interior. Wouldn't buy a hilux unless its a 2012-4 or until they release a new model.
@@yuriabmxr Terrible logic. Why pay 150k (AUD) for a full size truck to tow 2.7t when you can buy a hilux, ranger (non raptor), navara, etc. for half the price.
Doug complaining about the leg room in the back seat of a mid-size truck is the exact reason that mid-size trucks are comparable to the full size trucks of 20 years ago.
As a V6 ecoboost owner, I IMMEDIATLEY noticed that the cold side intake tube to the drivers side turbo blocks access to the mid and rear spark plugs. 😂😂😂😂
I just hit 100000 miles on my 2020 F150 raptor. I love it so much I never want to get rid of it. Its comfortable, fast, way more off road capable than I need, tows what I need, plenty of space, not the worst fuel economy, drives well in literally any weather, and it looks good. Also the maintenance is the same as a regular F150 aside from suspension parts and tires.
learned from a rally school, with these small wheels and tall tires, you are even more limited on brake size than you would think because if the space between the wheel and the brake caliper is too tight, rocks and mud can gather inside the barrel of the wheel and damage the caliper by impacting it as the wheel spins.
@@M3Vader they can fit, yes, but as i said, off road conditions may damage larger brakes. look at the brakes on a production Subaru WRX vs a WRC rally-prepped WRX. you want brakes that will survive off-road conditions.
@@cobaltlukather9045 I see what you were saying but I still don’t understand how 2 piston calipers would be any smaller to be beneficial than a 4 piston that is very close to the same size if not smaller and more compact (rotor size aside)
@@M3Vader ah, thought you meant diameter, not piston count. yeah, thats just them being cheap. just running a smaller brake at higher pressure to gives the same-ish performance, though it can warp rotors easier and wear out pads faster if you're hard on the brakes a lot.
These things are selling like mad in New Zealand, the ranger is currently our most bought vehicle and with there not being a commodore or falcon ute for quite a few years there’s been a hole in the “fast but practical” market, if there’s a car park with 50 cars in it you’re almost guaranteed to see a raptor
Not bad for good old Aussie know-how. Designed and R&D here by Ford Australia. While we no longer manufacture, Ford employs about 1000 people in its R&D centre in Melbourne. We’ve had the Ranger Raptor for over a year now.
I wish Doug would be more realistic when talking about rear seat space. He usually talks about them as if everyone were 6'3" or 6'4". Most of the time, the tight fit is a "you" problem. Not that I'm short myself, but 6 footers are usually going to be fine in every rear seat he's ever complained about.
And when I specced out a loaded Lariat, it comes in within $5,000 of the Raptor (which has very few hardware options). So, if you have the budget - if you want to tow, get a Lariat, otherwise get the Raptor. But, the only things I want in red are brake calipers and seat belts.
