Even though I'm a long time Ford guy and have owned previous Rangers, I too wanted to like the Tacoma. I hated the seating position, even in the 2020's that had an available power seat. I hated that the only way to get heated leather was to get it in a package with a damned sunroof, which...
I just bought a Rapid Red on Black 2020 Lariat SuperCrew FX4 to replace a 2005 F-150 SuperCrew FX4. This is my 3rd Ranger and I'm very happy to be back in a smaller pickup. The B&O sound system is awesome!