If Buying Today, Would You Still Buy the Ranger?

[MikeyTX]

Nailed it. The Colorado IMHO is a pos. Nuf said.

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[AzScorpion]

Nailed it. The Colorado IMHO is a pos. Nuf said.

That was the only other mid size truck (I owned a Tacoma) I test drove before buying my Ranger. It was just ok nothing special and the interior seemed really outdated and then there's the tranny issues I read about. Went back and test drove a Ranger for the second time and that one followed me home. ?

 

[HDA]

The what, now? I was unaware the Ranger came with a gas cap, just a flapper valve & my apologies but I can't envision how that would drip fuel on the paint?

Hi HDA,

Since Ranger is a capless fueling system, Would you please elaborate on you dripping on the paint concern. Sounds like something is wrong that needs correction....The capless design on my Ford products has never exhibited this condition.

Best,
Phil Schilke
Ranger Vehicle Engineering
Ford Motor Co. Retired

Phil,

Sometimes when I use the lever to set the gas pump when it clicks off it will spout out fuel. It's only at certain stations so I'm wondering if this is what he means? Otherwise 99% of the time it works as it should.

The gas door has instructions which instructs us to wait 5 seconds before pulling the gas nozzle out after filling. I've waited 10 seconds and a drop or two STILL falls out and drips down the side wall. No big deal, but because of this first impression of the capless system I prefer the capped system.

I will try to get a video or what I mean.

 

[AdamHarris]

The gas door has instructions which instructs us to wait 5 seconds before pulling the gas nozzle out after filling. I've waited 10 seconds and a drop or two STILL falls out and drips down the side wall. No big deal, but because of this first impression of the capless system I prefer the capped system.

I will try to get a video or what I mean.

Umm I don’t believe either system has anything to do with you dribbling fuel down the side of your truck.

 

[ScrappyLaptop]

Umm I don’t believe either system has anything to do with you dribbling fuel down the side of your truck.

I would tend to agree. I was taught decades ago that after the pump stops you wait a few seconds then tip the nozzle DOWN to get every last drop, wait a few seconds, then tip the nozzle UP before removing it so you don't drip on the paint. It's a slight motion, really, and at this point I don't think I can do it any other way.

 

[DT444T]

* No, because the answer to the next question.
* Hybrid F150. More everything. Power, size, MPG, towing capacity, and the 7.2kW generator. I go to the track and not having to lug a giant (loud af) generator around will be the bomb.
* Nothing so far.
* I'm over 70,000 miles so far. I'm good.
* Colorado, Frontier, older Super Dutys
* n/a

 

[Ronbo]

I test drove a F150 Hybrid today. Awesome truck in every respect. It even had this cool little piece of trim. Gonna wait for a Ranger Hybrid though. Still too big.

 

[rcairflr]

Still too big.

That is my problem with all the 1/2 ton trucks. Too big for my needs.

In regard to this thread, YES I would still buy the Ranger (until something better comes along). I am not brand loyal

 

[Turbo Tim]

I have had the truck for 7 weeks, coming from a fully loaded 2019 F150 Lariat 3.5EB, both great trucks, I have a Lariat Tremor trim on the Ranger and simply love it best overall vehicle I have had over the last 10 years, Ford nailed it with the Ranger Tremor. It is such a better ride than the FX4 or regular trim, plus it looks awesome

 

[RecoilOperated]

I have had the truck for 7 weeks, coming from a fully loaded 2019 F150 Lariat 3.5EB, both great trucks, I have a Lariat Tremor trim on the Ranger and simply love it best overall vehicle I have had over the last 10 years, Ford nailed it with the Ranger Tremor. It is such a better ride than the FX4 or regular trim, plus it looks awesome

I also came from a 2019 F150 and I think that's the primary reason I'm not enthused with the Ranger. Ford nails almost everything on the F150, I loved everything about it except that it was so large my wife didn't like driving it anywhere. I was expecting a 2/3 scale F150 but the Ranger is a different animal entirely.

In regards to the thread questions I would probably not buy the Ranger again; not because it's a bad vehicle (it's certainly the best midsize on the market) it's just not what I thought it was.

 

[AzScorpion]

I also came from a 2019 F150 and I think that's the primary reason I'm not enthused with the Ranger. Ford nails almost everything on the F150, I loved everything about it except that it was so large my wife didn't like driving it anywhere. I was expecting a 2/3 scale F150 but the Ranger is a different animal entirely.

In regards to the thread questions I would probably not buy the Ranger again; not because it's a bad vehicle (it's certainly the best midsize on the market) it's just not what I thought it was.

Funny because all I ever owned were F150's and I have no desire to go back to one. They served there purpose when I needed a larger truck for my business but now the Ranger does. For me it's the perfect size! Plus before they weren't so large and would actually fit into the garage. I just cant see buying a brand new vehicle and leaving it outside especially here with our heat. It's bad enough getting into my truck when it's in the garage never mind baking in the 110+ heat all day. ?

I love the new Lightning but again it's way to big. I'm really looking forward to the new PHEV Ranger. I'm sure it'll take a couple of years to perfect it but I think that will be the perfect mid size truck when they do.

 

[RecoilOperated]

Funny because all I ever owned were F150's and I have no desire to go back to one. They served there purpose when I needed a larger truck for my business but now the Ranger does. For me it's the perfect size! Plus before they weren't so large and would actually fit into the garage. I just cant see buying a brand new vehicle and leaving it outside especially here with our heat. It's bad enough getting into my truck when it's in the garage never mind baking in the 110+ heat all day. ?

I love the new Lightning but again it's way to big. I really looking forward to the new PHEV Ranger. I'm sure it'll take a couple of years to perfect it but I think that will be the perfect mid size truck when they do.

The size of the Ranger is perfect, I like the way it looks, I love that it's an international vehicle so it has lots of aftermarket support; I really think they nailed the fundamentals.

My problems with the Ranger are mostly just that, my problems. I prefer the F-Series interior design to the Ranger's which is more like the last gen Explorer; I like the power of the 2.3 but I dislike the character of the engine and how it interacts with the 10R80 (this is not my first turbo four); I bought an XLT without reading into the content list because I thought it would be equipped on par with the F150 XLT (it's not); and most of all I feel like my truck was assembled on a Friday afternoon after I had to tighten down my own driver's seat and now have to investigate a clunking sound from the rear end and another one from the front I can feel through the steering wheel.

I live in Northeastern NY state so unfortunately my vehicles eat salt and mag chloride all winter and inevitably get ruined no matter what I do.

 

[Doc]

Yup, and I’m Looking for the 23’ Single Cab, 2.7, 2WD, with rear locker…

 

[MountainGoat]

I would still buy it but would find one or order one with a locking rear diff. Open diff is crap on dirt roads, especially turning right from a stop, it just wants to spin and go no where. The wheel lifts in a certain spot and I need to turn 4x4 on to get out.

Even better would just be regular old LSD/Posi without a button to tap. It's only been around for 100 years.

Only problem with the truck was two dead batteries over the winter, but that may have been due to leaving my dash cam on (it's supposed to turn off automatically).

 

[olyeller]

I’ve had my 2021 Lariat FX4 for almost a month and just over 1,800 miles. It may be early to say it, but yes, I’d buy it again. When it comes to trucks, I am a diehard Ford fan. From my ‘64 F100, to my 93 Ranger STX, to my “99 F250 Super Duty, my 2 E450 RVs and my 2013 Lincoln MKX they have all been great vehicles and well suited to the tasks I bought them for. I had a Maverick on order but found my Ranger on a local dealer’s lot and bought it.

Mine is fully loaded and carried an MSRP of just over $46,000. I bought it for $42,000. What I like over the Maverick is firstly the seating position. You sit up in this truck which takes you above the rain spray from lower vehicles. I like that it fits in my garage. It has plenty of pep and the bed is slightly longer than the Maverick. We travel from WA to FL and back every year so we wanted a comfortable ride and as one of those trips is during winter, 4WD was a must have. This truck has delivered on those. I am not a fan of electric or hybrid vehicles so this has a tried and true drivetrain,

Things I don’t like are the start stop feature, the lack of a sunroof and the tinny doors. So far my liar gauge claims 21.8 MPG which is great.

This is my 4th “last vehicle”. So that’s why I wanted everything on it. I’m looking forward to many miles of enjoyment.

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