I purchased the Ford truck in this video ( I checked the vin you see the vin at 7:07 time mark.). I have put a 1000 miles on this truck. I drove it from Pueblo to Denver with adaptive cruse control on. I never had to touch the brake or gas. I drove it in our first snow storm of 2020! I had not problems in the snow. My wife and dog love to ride in it. Her 80+ year old parents had no difficulty getting in and out of the back seat. It is peppy for a 4 banger and scoots around town fine. I did a lot of research be for I decided to buy the Ford. We can not wait till we can get it to Moab and canyon lands. I was going to wait and buy the new Bronco until I learned it is based off the Ranger platform. I did not pay full price mentioned video. Brighton Ford was very easy to work with and Ill say it was the fastest purchase of an Auto I ever made.
I just purchased the 2021 ranger Lariat Tremor with the spray-in bed liner and paid $49k here in socal. I got mine in cactus grey. I was disappointed that the tailgate came without a damper but it's a $50 part that you can install in about 15 minutes. Still, it should be included in the Lariat trim at least. Driving it is sweet. Plenty of power and gas mileage is decent for what you are getting. I keep reading complaints that the interior is dated. Well I personally like it, everything is well layed out and in easy reach. It's certainly the most luxurious cabin I've ever been in. The adaptive cruise control is how it should have worked in the beginning lol. Like the previous poster said, you never have to touch the gas or brake. I've only done a bit of off-road driving and I had no issues and never got stuck. Since I'm a contractor towing and payload capacity were important to me and again the truck didn't disappoint. All in all I am very pleased with it. I guess what stands out most to me is that the truck is much more nimble around the city, easier to park and turns tighter than my previous f-150, Ram 1500 or Silverado. It's also cozier inside and I can actually reach over and open the passenger door for my girl whereas I couldn't on the full size trucks. I'm not a serious off-roader so if you want to know how it climbs boulders look elsewhere lol. IMHO nothing will ever beat the M151 for off-road capability! Cheers and merry Christmas to everyone.
I paid 45 for it. I have 31000 Miles on it. I have taken it all away to New Orleans, Williamsburg Kentucky, Butte Montana and Zion national Park. I have taken it on 4x4 roads at Moab we did potash road and Schaefer's trail. We also took it out to Willow springs which was the old way into arches national Park. Took it up 10 cup pass here in Colorado. In Montana I took it up to ringing rocks which was a 4x4 trail and you beat on a rocks and they actually ring like their metal. I've been all over the state of Colorado with this truck. It is never been back to the dealer for any warranty work!! On the trip to New Orleans I had four people in the cab and we were all very comfortable.
@@tomphillips1204 I've been looking at these but am going with AT4 since the ranger is a turbo. If it has the v6 option it would've been no question to go for the ranger. Maverick was my original choice but they're impossible to get right now up my way
I'm a Ford guy also but i like the look of the GMC better. I hate the 4 banger in the truck and i like the look of the GMC better but personally i would not buy either, Ford cheeped out and put this truck together and it already look dated. GMC interior already look dated so i will not buy either. I refuse to buy just because i am a ford guy, i will not settle for something just because i like a brand.
I love the day to day features on my '19 GMC Canyon like the auto-4WD (for snow and rain driving in the mountains) and rear bumper steps. However, I feel like the QC that went into my truck was non-existent, my dealership service experience is awful (3 months for GM to replace the AC compressor in the summer), and the truck squeaks, creaks, whines, moans like it has 218K miles at just 18k miles. I am happy its a lease, as I can't imagine this truck not falling apart after three years.
@@godwhomismike Wow! That’s just unheard of but in this day in age, anything is possible. My fathers 2018 Canyon has had a Front brake caliper replaced and also a rear shock all under 20k miles. Previous truck was a Tacoma only thing replaced was recalled ball joints 235,000 miles reliable as ever.🤷♂️🤷♂️
I’ve had a 2019 Ranger XLT FX4 SuperCrew for about 18 months and it’s been a great truck. I’ve had quite a few vehicles in my life and it’s my favorite one I’ve ever had.
I've owned a diesel 2017 Canyon SLT for 33k miles and it has been nothing but fantastic. 24mpg mixed driving, and easily getting 32+mpg on long freeway hauls.
I have a 19 Ranger, 30,000 miles already, love it. Same spec as the one in the vid. I have a Bully Dog and with good fuel and the 103 tune, there's not many trucks on the road that can touch it. I have embarrassed a lot of full sized trucks including Hemi's. It is the perfect sleeper. I have owned most brands of full size trucks and would not trade my Ranger now. Great off road too and great in snow, I'm in Canada so it has already seen one winter. I'm hoping for a Raptor version in the future.
Based on the video, the conclusion seems fair. I'd suggest comparing the Ranger to the Canyon that is actually equiped with the complete AT4 off-road performance package. This is an at4 but just the standard at4 package. The off-road performance package takes care of most of these complaints.
I like the Ranger a little more. That appearance package sets it right off, though $2,000 is a bit steep imo, but at least it cleans up better in the long run than chrome. Chrome looks good, but you’ll see every little imperfection, bug chips, rock chips, swirling and age peeling. With the black you can “back to black” it or touch it up.
Have a 19 ranger xlt with over 27,000 miles on it. Loving it so far. My only real complaint is the small 18 gal fuel tank. Other than that it’s been a great truck for me. Minor issues in the very beginning like replacing a fuse cause the fog lights were blinking and the passenger window motor was moving up slow. Other than that no other issues!
Just got a ‘21 Ranger XLT FX4 and your vids really helped me decide between the Ranger, GMC, and Colorado. Definitely paid waaay less than the 43k you mention tho. Keep up the great work!
I bought 2017 Canyon new. The transmission went out at 22,000 miles. I was so disappointed because I really liked the truck up until then. I also have 1995 Ford F-150 with a 6 cylinder and manual trans that I bought new. Still going strong with no major repairs at 107,000 miles. I bought a 2020 Nissan Frontier 2 moths ago. To soon to tell how well that one lasts but I do like how smooth it is compared to the Canyon.
@@Flying_GC The current ranger has only been out since 2019 while the current gen canyon has been out since 2014. A higher number of overall sales and older average age means a higher number of problems. The 2010 ranger/canyon were also completely different power trains so comparing those would be irrelevant.
I think I'll stick to bikes and beards, or johns moto garage for motorcycle content though. None of the current TFL employees seem to speak anything motorcycle.
I'd go Rnager as well, but because the FX4 can be had at the XLT trim level for under $40K CAD. The only competition it has up here is the Pro4X in that price range.
I own the Ford right now. $3,000 more, engine is awesome, torque is great but the transmission is not smooth, you feel every shift and it causes a much less desirable driving/riding experience. Best thing about the Ford? The seats are the most comfortable you can get. Worse thing about owning a Ford? If you plan on having it service at a dealership that will be the worst experience of your existence. You've been warned. GMC needs to move their gear shift to the other side of the cup holders, I hit the manual buttons on the side with my leg without realizing it sometimes. GMC is very off-road worthy, I'd say more so than the Ford. Even comes with better off road tires and has a much quieter ride. Don't like the clearance up front on the GMC? Delete the air dam, takes 15 minutes. GMC has a few creature comforts I prefer like, the controls at the back of the steering wheel and the climate controls are so much better than Ford's analog rocker control because lets face it no one uses the climate control on the touch screen.
Maybe your dealership is just shit, not trying to be a smart ass, but I own an F-150 5.0L and I do most of its service at the dealer and I've never had an issue with them.
I own a 2019 Ford Ranger XLT FX4, and agree with the hard shifting issue. I have to disagree with you on the dealership issue. I go to Klaben Ford in Kent, Ohio. These people are the best. My extended family goes there, their neighbors go there as well. I have been dealing with them for almost 2 decades. Honest good people. The owner, Richard Klaben is so nice, he talked to me for about 45 minutes one telling me family stories about his brother in law Dan Marino...yes THAT Dan Marino! I even met Dan Marino at a Pro Football Hall of Fame 5k and told him Richard said hello, and he smiled, told me he said hi, and that he will be over for dinner at Richard's that night. I am a Ford guy, this being my 4th Ranger. The F150 is too big for my needs, so the Ranger is perfect. I went to the auto show locally and sat in all of the competition. I was tempted by the TRD pro and the ZR2, but my dad bought a taco and I didn't like the driver's seat. I eliminated ZR2 based on brand loyalty to be honest, as I have had a few Chevy cars that were recalled too many times for my liking. This Ranger FX4 is almost my dream truck, only if it were a Ranger Raptor (can't stand the look of that Tremor). I plan on one day buying a Scout Yoho and putting it on the back once in a while for camping trips with the wife and dog.
@@autochad5519 yea. I've had bad luck with Fords. But the dealer I went to (John Lance in Westlake) was pretty good. Out of GM, RAM AND FORD, Ford warranty department was very easy to work with. RAM and GM are nightmares.
Driven both, sticking with my GMC Canyon Denali 4wd, super comfortable, have 25K trouble free miles on and off road, and much better looking truck then the Ranger in my opinion.
Few more thousand bucks you get the magic zr2 shocks and lockers. After owning one for 2 years they are worth the money miss them every time I get on dirt road.
@ThrottleDweebs I had a 2002 Ranger. It never broke down on me. Loved that truck, unfortunately the New Hampshire rust for it's first 12 years or so with the first owner ended it's life prematurely, but mechanically it never gave me an issue.
I have a 93 single cab 5 speed that I take to work for snow bashing down the mountain since don't have the zr2 anymore, dam thing get 23 mpg with a 4.0 4wd. I am disappointed in the mpg of the new ranger not that far off my 93.
@@harlandurant7014 Ya my '02 4WD XLT Ranger 5spd maxed out at 22.5 or so on the highway, but this one is heavier AND more powerful so 24hwy seems right with an automatic.
I took the Ranger! I got mine around a month ago and I love it so far. I didn't need the Supercrew cab so I bought the Supercab in the same color and configuration as yours. Bring on the snow!!
In the month before I purchased the Ranger, I test drove a Chevy Colorado, Nissan Frontier, Dodge Ram. The Nissan was a little old in updates and the mileage wasn't that good. The dodge was bigger and more than I needed and the Colorado was a close second.
I’ve driven 2 new rangers and they seem like very solid trucks. I personally prefer the f-150 but I’d like to see the ranger raptor brought into the US
Ranger needs a folding rear seat. That was a deal breaker for me. Nice truck but come on Ford! You would be amazed how many times you need that option.
I tend to agree. However would you change your tune if the GM twins came available with the Ecotec 4.3 V6? I think that may sway my opinion against the current 2.3 Ecoboost.
@@smarticus6384 It's the new version (~>2015)of that engine, based on the newer generation LT based V8's with a bank chopped off the end. I think it's currently rated at 285hp and 305lb/ft.
@@ALMX5DP That would definitely help. However I think GM will also be bringing the 2.7L turbo to the twins in the next model redesign. GM spent a fortune developing it and not many people are buying it in the full-size pickups. That engine would be a beast in the Colorado and Canyon, especially when driving in the mountains.
Have had a 2019 ranger xlt FX4 for a year now, almost 11,000 miles on it. It’s great! I live out in the country and i drive a lot of dirt roads. My only complaint is there is a rattling noise in the dash from something loose and cannot figure out what it is. As long as I’m listening to music or driving on paved roads I don’t hear it. It’s very roomy for a midsized truck. I had 3 friends ride and one is 6’ something and they all were able to ride comfortably. The 2.3 ecoboost is awesome! To everyone who is hesitant because the price, keep looking and wait til around the end of the year, I got my ranger for a steal.
I hear the exact same noise! Please do let me know if you ever figure out what it is. It's my only complaint about the truck. 17k miles in 10 months, nothing else bothers me about it.
I've not been a fan of the GM designs for quite awhile, but the AT4 is a handsome looking truck on the outside. That said, I did get a '19 Ranger Lariat FX4 a couple months ago and i couldn't be happier with it! well...the fuel economy could be a touch better (i mostly do highway commuting, so avg 21-22mpg), and the fx4 shocks are kind of like riding in a boat...but its all stuff i expected so I'm still very happy with it!
I have a 2017 Tacoma Pro, it's a fantastic truck but alas, I sold it to my daughter. I went and drove an AT4 and a Ranger with the Lariet package. No comparison, I bought the Ranger, it offered so much more in performance and creature comforts.
I'd have to go with the Ranger. The selectable locker is a must, a feature that even my 2wd F150 has. The Canyon is sharp and I love the tires which are way better than the ones offered on the Ford, but that is something that is easily upgradeable. The chin spoiler on the AT4 is stupid for on offroad truck. Ranger all the way.
@@billyunderwood7221 So what you saying is, it is stupid. You should want to go off road. You shouldn't simply like the look of it. And it's a damn crime, is that what you saying, is that what you are saying to this guy, Billy?.... because I agree! (I do not agree) yes, yes! 🤣🤣😭💀
I think for that price for an off-road truck, I would just go with a used ZR2. Same luxury as both of these trucks, but with the bonus of bigger lift and locking front and rear diffs
@@seadoo4life127 I have 2019 ZR2 too. I like Canyon better than Ranger. But wish they would actually drove those two trucks, in the city, highway long distance and off road for a better back to back comparison.
@@npast1 I owned both trucks and let me tell you that the gmc handles and rides way better. It's like night and day. The inside also has a little more room in the gmc. I traded my ranger in with 5,000 miles to get my at4 and in those 5,000 miles on the ranger the transmission needed work but ford wouldn't cover it. But anyway the at4 is so much better
Thanks to y’all’s videos. I took all the testing and what y’all’s input was and just bought me a new 2022 Ford Ranger. I absolutely love my midsized Ranger
i had a 2006 chevrolet colorado and i loved it but it was a gas drainer, and it wasnt tall in height, i just got a 2020 ford ranger lariat and i have too say i love ford more now because of the ranger you right the 2.3 l turbo charged eco boost engine is slept on it pulls amazinggg ! i got lots of girls with it so far haha
@Filthy Ogre I love it! I bought the Lariat FX4 with all the goodies on it. I test drove all of the other midsize trucks (except the Frontier) and fell in love with the Ranger! The ZR2 was second, but the tech really fell short. The Tacoma was nice too, but I didn’t like the engine an trans combo at all. Highly recommend taking a look at the Ranger!
@@FlyLopez1991 with just a tune you think it pulls hard now its a vast improvement. 345hp 400.tq is what you get with 5stars 94 perf. Tune. I already had the devuce from my previous f150 so I literally paid 180 dollars for 3 times from 5star. Loaded them in the device and flashed the truck. 345hp. 4000tq. The shifting on the perf. Tune is not for the faint of heart. Its rough. But it kicks ass
@@arroweyraud8267 yes, they reviewed the Lariat with a blackout package. You can get the XL with the FX4 package for around $34-36K MSRP. Its nice ford doesn't make you get the highest trim package to get the offroad package like Toyota with the Tocoma TRD.
With the bronco coming out with a manual option. I am curious if Ford will start offering a manual option in the Ranger. I would buy it if they did start doing that.
I agree, the GMC should have more standard features like pushbutton start and bed liner; however, the GMC does have the 3.6 V6 that can be supercharged to 450HP.
I bought a 2019 ranger a week after they arrived at my dealership. Ive taken it off road against my cousins 2019 Taco TRD Off Road with a lift + wheels and K02s.. my stock ranger never got stuck in the deep sand or the clay of the dry lake bed unlike the taco. I got 30k miles on it, drove it from California to Wisconsin and back 3 times and the last time I towed my wife's fiesta back with my ranger. Had no problem. Even left my ranger out in negative temperatures during a historic 3 day snow storm when I lived in Wisconsin.. she started every time. Love my ranger. Love her more with the TurboSmart BOV and exhaust. Saving up for FOX 2.5 suspension kit, the same one from the Ranger Tremor. Then just need more aggressive tires.
Ford Ranger, All Day, Everyday. But there's no way I'd ever pay over 40 Grand for a midsized truck. So it's a good thing Rangers with an FX4 can be had for much less than the quoted price. I got a killer deal an XLT 4 door with the FX4. Best vehicle I've ever owned.
@Shifty McGee462 Yeah my dealer here in has lots of F150's below $40,000 CDN and 1 out of their 6 Rangers are below $40,000, window sticker to window sticker the F150 are higher it's just that the F150 discounts are 2 to 4 times higher. But a lot of people buying these midsized trucks its not just price they are looking at, size matters, and most just want a smaller truck, it's a lot easier to park and manage in tight city spaces.
Never understood GMC and Chevy's reasoning for those front bumpers with the the low profile diffusers on them. Maybe that's how they manage to get better MPG, by cutting airflow under the truck down. But the amount you lose in regard to approach angle and clearance doesn't justify it.
What badass cars (besides the Corvette and some high end Camaros) has Chevy produced? Chevy mostly produces a bunch of pointless crossovers while Ford is heavily focusing on the SUV and truck market. Dodges are fun. My cousin and his wife got a Durango as a rental while their car was being fixed. It had the Hemi and it was fun.
Just got a 2020 Ranger fx4 and the tires are my only real disappointment, so far they haven't been too bad, but something a bit more aggressive would have been nice
A GM fan saying that ford did the ranger much better then GM did colorado and canyon , probably don't bend frame pulling trailer over bump either, I will say I do like that 3.6 liter V6 in the GMC, 305ish hp , not bad for a 6 cylinder but anyways ranger looks more off road Worthy and better design
Id go with the ranger and add the level 2 upgrade from ford = Suspension and a ecu/tcu tune ! Now 320 hp and 355 tq😳 maybe a bit less with California 91 tho If they could do a digital display like the 150 which im sure is in the works im sold🤙
After owning a 2019 Colorado and getting rid of it in 2021 for a Toyota 4Runner partially owing to how everyone online loves to take a crap on GM I thought I’d never look back; I just traded back into a ‘22 GMC Canyon 3.6 w/2k miles after test driving all of the midsize trucks, including the new Canyon. Never thought I’d be defending the second gens and GM but here I am, a return GM customer in 2024.
Ford also offers a power pack upgrade for the Ranger that includes a tune which ups the horsepower to 315 and torque number go up to 375 all for $825. It’s dealer installed so it doesn’t void your warranty.
And don't forget, that the Ford comes with an integrated brake controller, blind spot including the trailer and trailer sway control. An very important towing feature, something you can't ad on later! I wished Ford wouldn't be so cheap and had a dampened tailgate.
For reviewing a crew-cab package, you should also evaluate the space in the backseat - could it comfortably seat an adult, or is it basically just a stretched-supercab?
The Chin spoiler is easily removed. The AT4 actually has better approach angle than the ranger with it removed. Fuel economy. The GM truck gets better real world fuel economy. The problem with small turbo engines is that they are always in boost. The only time you wouldn't be making boost is coasting downhill. Just like Fords full size ecoboost. The rating they give the Ranger are impossible to achieve. Also Ford does not change the rating for the FX4. As mentioned in the video, non FX4 package has a chin spoiler, yet the fuel economy rating is the same. You should actually take them off road and see how they compare. Do a fuel economy loop too.
bullshit, turbo engines are not always under boost, lmao, I have a 2.0L turbo engine and I can cruise along and get anywhere between 4 and 6 l per 100km (still laughing) nice try though
Same here! Because on their other test and on edmunds.com they both picked the Colorado over the Ford ranger!! Figure that one out LOL 🤣😜🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
The option of having led headlights on the ranger, gives it a more premium look to the halogens on the canyon. Also being in deer country having led would help way more.
@@filipmastilovic617 I think I will stick with the Fx4 pkg and not go with the Lariat . I'm look forward to the test drive. I want the supercab with the 6ft bed. But I'm wondering what the Nissan will be like and will the offer a 6ft bed and the cost also. Did you put a level kit in it ? I will probably go with billstean 5160 and the 6112 to level it . How's your gas mileage? Thank for getting back to me. I love Canada, my friend used to be married to this lady and they own an island on Lake Ontario. Man do I miss it up there, it's God's country!
The Ranger engine is the same as the EcoBoost Mustang. Just slightly modified to produce more torque than HP. The same 2.3 Mustang EcoBoost is modified to produce more HP than torque. I got the Ranger 4 months ago. What a smokin little engine. Lots of power and it is fast! Love the Fx4 too. I took it off road already and it’s great! The rear locker is awesome!
@@ViperVenom there is now a tuning option for the Ranger that puts it into V8 power. When tuned, the Ranger beats a stock V8 Raptor and the new V6. I think it’s a intake, exhaust system replacement as well as the computer modular is updated. I’ve seen videos on it. I think it’s from Hennessy Performance.
@Riley Bodnar the Ranger has a selectable locker with is a better choice than the auto G80 locker that the GM uses. I'm not saying the G80 is bad, the stock one in my old 85 K20 Suburban worked without any issues but I would have much preferred a selectable locker to prevent getting into something that a locker would easily get through.
@Riley Bodnar Never heard that but, good way to get some more pull, Ford is supposed to sell a dealer tune and CAI supposed to bump numbers to around 310hp and 365 torque.
I have a 2020 Ranger. Great daily driver. I only get 18.4 mpg due to all the hills in PA. Looked at the Chevy and it had too much loose plastic parts. Push on the sunglasses holder, it moves a lot. As a kicker, I also picked up a ST Explorer.
@@erikturner8687 - I do prefer GM, but the bias was just annoying. Their reviews/comparisons are usually much more neutral then this. They always give their own opinions at the end, but on this one they were trying to lead us to the Ford instead of just giving the facts.
Own a 2021 Canyon AT4 diesel. GMC cleaned up the front end exterior, adopting the recent Sierra look. Held out for this for years, love it. Mpg is amazing. Fully loaded with extras, $45k out the door. As with the previous years canyon (& colorado still), Ranger looks too much like a car to me.
It's disappointing how large the gap is between a ZR2 and AT4 (or Z71 on The Colorado). I like the tires on the AT4 but not having a selectable rear locker kills it for me.
One channel that reviewed the Ranger said how it made him remember the old race video games. They always shift 🤣. I’m not loyal to brands and in my opinion that AT4 with the dmax would be the better choice and WAY better looking.
If you have i dunno, eyes, then the Ford is significantly better looking. Its global sales would back that up. Along with not falling apart in 6 months like the GM.
GMC looks way better it actually looks like a truck but yes the engine and interior are a bit outdated I mean it’s technically the same truck sense 2015 or so
Hi new to the pickup world and I'm just about to order my ranger. Question... You mentioned the fuel economy of 22 average. Does this does actually apply to the fx4 package? I dont plan on doing much off-road stuff just figured I'd get it because it might come in handy one day, but I'll be mostly driving on streets. Does the fx4 lower fuel economy on regular streets? Because im seeing 19 mpg on Google, but unsure if that's for the tremor only or off-road packages in general.
I'm still gonna get the 2021 colorado as price wise way more realistic for my wallot. If I could afford it I'd get that fancy 1500 ram with all the bells and whistles but I dont have over 70k to burn on a truck that will be obsolete in a few years. The chevy colorado is just right for me, the interior needs a lot of work but it works, is a nice ride as I've tested it, and just think it's more convenient to have a medium size truck.
the gm 8 speed does not have a great record if I was getting the gm would remove air dam get the diesel with six-speed... however ford ranger has three new packages... the new package 2 Ford Performance engine calibration, which increases horsepower by 16 percent to 315 at 4,500 RPM and increases torque by nearly 20 percent to 370 lb.-ft. at 2,500 RPM they did this because of the extra weight and size of the new tires package three will be out next summer unfortunately
I don't understand why Ford doesn't off a longer bed configuration option on the crew cab. Both GM trucks and Toyota Tacoma offer that. It was the tipping point for me buying the Colorado. Also most people spend way more time on road then off. How do they compare there?
If you add the FX4 to a XLT you will save more than $3000.00 over the Lariat. I did a quick configuration and XLT with FX4, tow package, power seats and remote start came up to $40,065. Choosing a Canyon AT4 Cloth with tow package and skid plates came out as $38,165. This gives the GMC a slim edge in pricing. I would still lean to the Ford. My last GMC (2006 Envoy) had electrical issues that kicked me out of 4WD twice when I was driving in snow. My current 2006 F150 and prior 1999 Explorer had very few issues. One side note the GMC site shows pictures of the AT4 with the lower lip removed in their off road pictures.
I'm a ford guy but there is one reason I entertain the GMC/Chevy and that is its available with the crew cab AND longer bed which you can't get with a ranger.
There is no AWD option on the Ranger. At least you can use and leave the GMC in a 4x4 mode weather you are on wet or dirty aspalt even dry aspalt. The Ford will just bind if you leave it in 4x4.
I like my 2021 Silverado 3500 dually Duramax, and saw no reason to buy a Ford instead when comparing specs and prices at the time, in fact quite the opposite. (Huge discounts on the Silverado, and nearly identical specs to the Ford.) When looking for a 2nd vehicle to drive daily in Colorado, not doing heavy towing like with the 3500, I chose a Ranger. It was clearly better than the Tacoma, Colorado, Canyon, Ridgeline and Frontier after test driving most of them and not considering the Nissan to be a real contender, nor the Ridgeline after seeing ride height and ground clearance. The Ranger had better pickup (in my testing) at freeway speeds noticeably over the v6 Ridgeline or Tacoma, and according to 0-60 and 1/4 mile times, the Ranger sees better acceleration than any of them beyond 60mph. You can't be brand loyal one way or the other, honestly. Unless we're talking about Rams.... then I think we can all agree to stay away from them.
All i know is this morning I left a brand new Silverado RST standing still with my ranger. 5star 93 perf tune, intake, Bov on 33" ridge grapplers and a 3" ready lift . standing still.
At $43k, neither seems worth it. The better questions are, at $27k with "all end of model year discounts" are these, new, better than a similarly equipped 5-year- old 1/2 ton with 100k miles? Or better than a new similarly equipped 1/2 ton at an actual $37k purchase price? For me neither. I can rent a full-size F150 4x4 for under $500 for 10 days when I need one.
@@shitloveaduck I think it is more useful to be perspicatious than objective. Tarted up trucks seem like a poor choice compared to mid-level models... an unnecessary appeal to taste or vanity rather than function. You are correct to point this out, this is my personal view, it is not shared by all. The $37k v $27k comparison is probably valid, but only for lower content 4x4 off-road model...and perhaps not now, during COVID disruption.
@@shitloveaduck - I don't see the appeal of leather, it's cold in the winter and hot and sticky in the summer. I guess it does clean up easier when there's a spill (we'll Blair the kids), but why pay more for something that's less comfortable.
I just ordered my 2nd Canyon, my first is a 2018 Denali I ordered an at4 , As an autobody tech. I've repaired both and I find ford to be cheaply built, I think Toyota's are built the best!
I purchased the Ford truck in this video ( I checked the vin you see the vin at 7:07 time mark.). I have put a 1000 miles on this truck. I drove it from Pueblo to Denver with adaptive cruse control on. I never had to touch the brake or gas. I drove it in our first snow storm of 2020! I had not problems in the snow. My wife and dog love to ride in it. Her 80+ year old parents had no difficulty getting in and out of the back seat. It is peppy for a 4 banger and scoots around town fine. I did a lot of research be for I decided to buy the Ford. We can not wait till we can get it to Moab and canyon lands. I was going to wait and buy the new Bronco until I learned it is based off the Ranger platform. I did not pay full price mentioned video. Brighton Ford was very easy to work with and Ill say it was the fastest purchase of an Auto I ever made.
Mind sharing what you paid
I just purchased the 2021 ranger Lariat Tremor with the spray-in bed liner and paid $49k here in socal. I got mine in cactus grey. I was disappointed that the tailgate came without a damper but it's a $50 part that you can install in about 15 minutes. Still, it should be included in the Lariat trim at least. Driving it is sweet. Plenty of power and gas mileage is decent for what you are getting. I keep reading complaints that the interior is dated. Well I personally like it, everything is well layed out and in easy reach. It's certainly the most luxurious cabin I've ever been in. The adaptive cruise control is how it should have worked in the beginning lol. Like the previous poster said, you never have to touch the gas or brake. I've only done a bit of off-road driving and I had no issues and never got stuck. Since I'm a contractor towing and payload capacity were important to me and again the truck didn't disappoint. All in all I am very pleased with it. I guess what stands out most to me is that the truck is much more nimble around the city, easier to park and turns tighter than my previous f-150, Ram 1500 or Silverado. It's also cozier inside and I can actually reach over and open the passenger door for my girl whereas I couldn't on the full size trucks. I'm not a serious off-roader so if you want to know how it climbs boulders look elsewhere lol. IMHO nothing will ever beat the M151 for off-road capability! Cheers and merry Christmas to everyone.
I paid 45 for it. I have 31000 Miles on it. I have taken it all away to New Orleans, Williamsburg Kentucky, Butte Montana and Zion national Park. I have taken it on 4x4 roads at Moab we did potash road and Schaefer's trail. We also took it out to Willow springs which was the old way into arches national Park. Took it up 10 cup pass here in Colorado. In Montana I took it up to ringing rocks which was a 4x4 trail and you beat on a rocks and they actually ring like their metal. I've been all over the state of Colorado with this truck. It is never been back to the dealer for any warranty work!! On the trip to New Orleans I had four people in the cab and we were all very comfortable.
@@tomphillips1204 I've been looking at these but am going with AT4 since the ranger is a turbo. If it has the v6 option it would've been no question to go for the ranger. Maverick was my original choice but they're impossible to get right now up my way
I am a Ford guy so I would go with the ford. A bit biased but I didn’t see enough on the gmc to make we go against my history.
I'm a Ford guy also but i like the look of the GMC better. I hate the 4 banger in the truck and i like the look of the GMC better but personally i would not buy either, Ford cheeped out and put this truck together and it already look dated. GMC interior already look dated so i will not buy either.
I refuse to buy just because i am a ford guy, i will not settle for something just because i like a brand.
I love the day to day features on my '19 GMC Canyon like the auto-4WD (for snow and rain driving in the mountains) and rear bumper steps. However, I feel like the QC that went into my truck was non-existent, my dealership service experience is awful (3 months for GM to replace the AC compressor in the summer), and the truck squeaks, creaks, whines, moans like it has 218K miles at just 18k miles. I am happy its a lease, as I can't imagine this truck not falling apart after three years.
@@godwhomismike
Wait, hold on........AC Compressor with 18k?
@@CP-pb3pj The AC compress failed with only 3K on the odometer
@@godwhomismike
Wow! That’s just unheard of but in this day in age, anything is possible. My fathers 2018 Canyon has had a Front brake caliper replaced and also a rear shock all under 20k miles. Previous truck was a Tacoma only thing replaced was recalled ball joints 235,000 miles reliable as ever.🤷♂️🤷♂️
I’ve had a 2019 Ranger XLT FX4 SuperCrew for about 18 months and it’s been a great truck. I’ve had quite a few vehicles in my life and it’s my favorite one I’ve ever had.
I've owned a diesel 2017 Canyon SLT for 33k miles and it has been nothing but fantastic. 24mpg mixed driving, and easily getting 32+mpg on long freeway hauls.
32mpg on highway for real??
@@brad1909 for real. Just keep steady rpms and throttle.
They do get good fuel mileage. Too bad those (GM toy trucks) have such little ground clearance honestly. The Ridgeline is only a little lower.
@@tcolondovich2996 I'm sure you're driving something really cool if you leave rad comments like that huh?
@@tcolondovich2996 you can easily remove the air dam if that's causing you too much pain.
I have a 19 Ranger, 30,000 miles already, love it. Same spec as the one in the vid. I have a Bully Dog and with good fuel and the 103 tune, there's not many trucks on the road that can touch it. I have embarrassed a lot of full sized trucks including Hemi's. It is the perfect sleeper. I have owned most brands of full size trucks and would not trade my Ranger now. Great off road too and great in snow, I'm in Canada so it has already seen one winter. I'm hoping for a Raptor version in the future.
Based on the video, the conclusion seems fair. I'd suggest comparing the Ranger to the Canyon that is actually equiped with the complete AT4 off-road performance package. This is an at4 but just the standard at4 package. The off-road performance package takes care of most of these complaints.
I like the Ranger a little more. That appearance package sets it right off, though $2,000 is a bit steep imo, but at least it cleans up better in the long run than chrome. Chrome looks good, but you’ll see every little imperfection, bug chips, rock chips, swirling and age peeling. With the black you can “back to black” it or touch it up.
Sport Appearance package is a nice middle ground. Dark greys instead of black, but silver wheels and lower bumper.
Have a 19 ranger xlt with over 27,000 miles on it. Loving it so far. My only real complaint is the small 18 gal fuel tank. Other than that it’s been a great truck for me. Minor issues in the very beginning like replacing a fuse cause the fog lights were blinking and the passenger window motor was moving up slow. Other than that no other issues!
Yesh i have a 2019 xlt and yeah I love it
How slow was slow... I do often rolle my windows up and get out only to find my rear driver side wi dow not up all the way
To much $ for a midsize truck. All these trucks are getting way to expensive for the average buyer.
25,000 for a basic truck. The prices quoted were for high end models.
Remember when trucks were cheaper than cars.
Inflation
@@garretlewis4103 yes. and so was diesel fuel
Imagine the ranger tremor price...
Just got a ‘21 Ranger XLT FX4 and your vids really helped me decide between the Ranger, GMC, and Colorado. Definitely paid waaay less than the 43k you mention tho. Keep up the great work!
I was gonna get a canyon til I went on the forums and saw endless reliability complaints.
The ranger forum was full of happy customers
Because the canyons been out since 2014
i have had a wt, custom built and a v6, to a bison....id still pick gm over ford
I bought 2017 Canyon new. The transmission went out at 22,000 miles. I was so disappointed because I really liked the truck up until then. I also have 1995 Ford F-150 with a 6 cylinder and manual trans that I bought new. Still going strong with no major repairs at 107,000 miles. I bought a 2020 Nissan Frontier 2 moths ago. To soon to tell how well that one lasts but I do like how smooth it is compared to the Canyon.
@@marklamb395 the Ranger has been out since 2010, whats your point?
@@Flying_GC The current ranger has only been out since 2019 while the current gen canyon has been out since 2014. A higher number of overall sales and older average age means a higher number of problems. The 2010 ranger/canyon were also completely different power trains so comparing those would be irrelevant.
The bike bit was good, Tommy has a good sense of humor
True, I liked how he almost couldn't reach the floor with his feet while sitting on it lol
I think I'll stick to bikes and beards, or johns moto garage for motorcycle content though.
None of the current TFL employees seem to speak anything motorcycle.
@@jacehiggs3637 check out shadetree surgeon
I'd go Rnager as well, but because the FX4 can be had at the XLT trim level for under $40K CAD. The only competition it has up here is the Pro4X in that price range.
I own the Ford right now. $3,000 more, engine is awesome, torque is great but the transmission is not smooth, you feel every shift and it causes a much less desirable driving/riding experience. Best thing about the Ford? The seats are the most comfortable you can get. Worse thing about owning a Ford? If you plan on having it service at a dealership that will be the worst experience of your existence. You've been warned. GMC needs to move their gear shift to the other side of the cup holders, I hit the manual buttons on the side with my leg without realizing it sometimes. GMC is very off-road worthy, I'd say more so than the Ford. Even comes with better off road tires and has a much quieter ride. Don't like the clearance up front on the GMC? Delete the air dam, takes 15 minutes. GMC has a few creature comforts I prefer like, the controls at the back of the steering wheel and the climate controls are so much better than Ford's analog rocker control because lets face it no one uses the climate control on the touch screen.
Real review. Thanks
Maybe your dealership is just shit, not trying to be a smart ass, but I own an F-150 5.0L and I do most of its service at the dealer and I've never had an issue with them.
I own a 2019 Ford Ranger XLT FX4, and agree with the hard shifting issue. I have to disagree with you on the dealership issue. I go to Klaben Ford in Kent, Ohio. These people are the best. My extended family goes there, their neighbors go there as well. I have been dealing with them for almost 2 decades. Honest good people. The owner, Richard Klaben is so nice, he talked to me for about 45 minutes one telling me family stories about his brother in law Dan Marino...yes THAT Dan Marino! I even met Dan Marino at a Pro Football Hall of Fame 5k and told him Richard said hello, and he smiled, told me he said hi, and that he will be over for dinner at Richard's that night. I am a Ford guy, this being my 4th Ranger. The F150 is too big for my needs, so the Ranger is perfect. I went to the auto show locally and sat in all of the competition. I was tempted by the TRD pro and the ZR2, but my dad bought a taco and I didn't like the driver's seat. I eliminated ZR2 based on brand loyalty to be honest, as I have had a few Chevy cars that were recalled too many times for my liking. This Ranger FX4 is almost my dream truck, only if it were a Ranger Raptor (can't stand the look of that Tremor). I plan on one day buying a Scout Yoho and putting it on the back once in a while for camping trips with the wife and dog.
@@autochad5519 you can get the tremor without all the stupid graphics if that’s what you don’t like. I was never a fan of graphics on any truck
@@autochad5519 yea. I've had bad luck with Fords. But the dealer I went to (John Lance in Westlake) was pretty good. Out of GM, RAM AND FORD, Ford warranty department was very easy to work with. RAM and GM are nightmares.
Driven both, sticking with my GMC Canyon Denali 4wd, super comfortable, have 25K trouble free miles on and off road, and much better looking truck then the Ranger in my opinion.
yeah ranger looks so dorky
Same. Just plain. 😊
Few more thousand bucks you get the magic zr2 shocks and lockers. After owning one for 2 years they are worth the money miss them every time I get on dirt road.
Few thousand more and you could get THREE older Rangers.
@ThrottleDweebs I had a 2002 Ranger. It never broke down on me. Loved that truck, unfortunately the New Hampshire rust for it's first 12 years or so with the first owner ended it's life prematurely, but mechanically it never gave me an issue.
I have a 93 single cab 5 speed that I take to work for snow bashing down the mountain since don't have the zr2 anymore, dam thing get 23 mpg with a 4.0 4wd. I am disappointed in the mpg of the new ranger not that far off my 93.
@@harlandurant7014 Ya my '02 4WD XLT Ranger 5spd maxed out at 22.5 or so on the highway, but this one is heavier AND more powerful so 24hwy seems right with an automatic.
I took the Ranger! I got mine around a month ago and I love it so far. I didn't need the Supercrew cab so I bought the Supercab in the same color and configuration as yours. Bring on the snow!!
In the month before I purchased the Ranger, I test drove a Chevy Colorado, Nissan Frontier, Dodge Ram. The Nissan was a little old in updates and the mileage wasn't that good. The dodge was bigger and more than I needed and the Colorado was a close second.
@@wizeguiz so you didn’t look at a Tacoma?
@@josephwhiskeybeale Yes I did, but after sitting in it and feeling the uncomfortable seating position, I didn't even take it for a test drive.
I've had Chevy products and I just bought a new ranger and I couldn't be happier with it
I’ve driven 2 new rangers and they seem like very solid trucks. I personally prefer the f-150 but I’d like to see the ranger raptor brought into the US
I'm so with you on the ranger raptor my opinion it would be the top notch of all mid size trucks
@@paulpeters5199 for sure! I think it would be an absolute blast
Yes it would be with out a doubt
Ranger needs a folding rear seat. That was a deal breaker for me. Nice truck but come on Ford! You would be amazed how many times you need that option.
Even though I’m into Toyota, I’m liking how the new Rangers are looking
I lived in Colorado for many years and having that turbocharged engine seals the deal for the Ranger.
I tend to agree. However would you change your tune if the GM twins came available with the Ecotec 4.3 V6? I think that may sway my opinion against the current 2.3 Ecoboost.
@@ALMX5DP Is that the older V6 that used to be offered in the S-10? I owned one of those and it was an extremely capable engine.
@@smarticus6384 It's the new version (~>2015)of that engine, based on the newer generation LT based V8's with a bank chopped off the end. I think it's currently rated at 285hp and 305lb/ft.
The Canyon and Colorado have a 2.8L IL4 TurboDiesel. At elevation that's way better then a turbocharged gasoline engine l.
@@ALMX5DP That would definitely help. However I think GM will also be bringing the 2.7L turbo to the twins in the next model redesign. GM spent a fortune developing it and not many people are buying it in the full-size pickups. That engine would be a beast in the Colorado and Canyon, especially when driving in the mountains.
Have had a 2019 ranger xlt FX4 for a year now, almost 11,000 miles on it. It’s great! I live out in the country and i drive a lot of dirt roads. My only complaint is there is a rattling noise in the dash from something loose and cannot figure out what it is. As long as I’m listening to music or driving on paved roads I don’t hear it. It’s very roomy for a midsized truck. I had 3 friends ride and one is 6’ something and they all were able to ride comfortably. The 2.3 ecoboost is awesome! To everyone who is hesitant because the price, keep looking and wait til around the end of the year, I got my ranger for a steal.
I hear the exact same noise! Please do let me know if you ever figure out what it is. It's my only complaint about the truck. 17k miles in 10 months, nothing else bothers me about it.
I've not been a fan of the GM designs for quite awhile, but the AT4 is a handsome looking truck on the outside. That said, I did get a '19 Ranger Lariat FX4 a couple months ago and i couldn't be happier with it! well...the fuel economy could be a touch better (i mostly do highway commuting, so avg 21-22mpg), and the fx4 shocks are kind of like riding in a boat...but its all stuff i expected so I'm still very happy with it!
I have a 2017 Tacoma Pro, it's a fantastic truck but alas, I sold it to my daughter. I went and drove an AT4 and a Ranger with the Lariet package. No comparison, I bought the Ranger, it offered so much more in performance and creature comforts.
Andre sticking with the Ford keep up the Ranger vids love them 👍
These videos were the reason I got the ranger!
Ranger FX4 36k all day every day! Tremor is 42-43k
Can't wait till ford throws in that 2.7 turbo, into that ranger.
I'd have to go with the Ranger. The selectable locker is a must, a feature that even my 2wd F150 has. The Canyon is sharp and I love the tires which are way better than the ones offered on the Ford, but that is something that is easily upgradeable. The chin spoiler on the AT4 is stupid for on offroad truck. Ranger all the way.
It's not stupid. I have no desire to take mine off road, I simply like the look. It's not a crime.
The chin spoiler is removable and helps with gas mileage
@@TingTingalingy 😂😂 That sums that truck up perfectly.
@@billyunderwood7221 So what you saying is, it is stupid. You should want to go off road. You shouldn't simply like the look of it. And it's a damn crime, is that what you saying, is that what you are saying to this guy, Billy?.... because I agree! (I do not agree) yes, yes! 🤣🤣😭💀
I think for that price for an off-road truck, I would just go with a used ZR2. Same luxury as both of these trucks, but with the bonus of bigger lift and locking front and rear diffs
Yeah man. I have a 2019. It’s pretty bad ass. Ranger is nice though
Yes!!
The Zr2 Colorados are awesome!
@@seadoo4life127 I have 2019 ZR2 too. I like Canyon better than Ranger. But wish they would actually drove those two trucks, in the city, highway long distance and off road for a better back to back comparison.
Can only tow 5k with the ZR2. Just something to keep in mind if towing is important.
@@npast1 I owned both trucks and let me tell you that the gmc handles and rides way better. It's like night and day. The inside also has a little more room in the gmc. I traded my ranger in with 5,000 miles to get my at4 and in those 5,000 miles on the ranger the transmission needed work but ford wouldn't cover it. But anyway the at4 is so much better
Thanks to y’all’s videos. I took all the testing and what y’all’s input was and just bought me a new 2022 Ford Ranger. I absolutely love my midsized Ranger
I’ve owned Chevys my entire life and just recently bought a 2020 Ranger. Absolutely love it! The 2.3l is slept on
i had a 2006 chevrolet colorado and i loved it but it was a gas drainer, and it wasnt tall in height, i just got a 2020 ford ranger lariat and i have too say i love ford more now because of the ranger you right the 2.3 l turbo charged eco boost engine is slept on it pulls amazinggg ! i got lots of girls with it so far haha
@Filthy Ogre I love it! I bought the Lariat FX4 with all the goodies on it. I test drove all of the other midsize trucks (except the Frontier) and fell in love with the Ranger! The ZR2 was second, but the tech really fell short. The Tacoma was nice too, but I didn’t like the engine an trans combo at all. Highly recommend taking a look at the Ranger!
I have a q 2019 ford ranger xlt and recently installed magnaflow catback with the ford performance ecoboost tune..... it has made it even MORE awesome
@@FlyLopez1991 with just a tune you think it pulls hard now its a vast improvement. 345hp 400.tq is what you get with 5stars 94 perf. Tune. I already had the devuce from my previous f150 so I literally paid 180 dollars for 3 times from 5star. Loaded them in the device and flashed the truck. 345hp. 4000tq. The shifting on the perf. Tune is not for the faint of heart. Its rough. But it kicks ass
Device* tunes**
Miss the old days when small trucks were affordable! Not for teenagers anymore.
25,000 for ranger basic
@@danielhershey944 people have a bad habit of forgetting the simple fact that they always review the highest end vehicles
@@arroweyraud8267 yes, they reviewed the Lariat with a blackout package. You can get the XL with the FX4 package for around $34-36K MSRP. Its nice ford doesn't make you get the highest trim package to get the offroad package like Toyota with the Tocoma TRD.
@@danielhershey944 Basic ranger is a total POS. Way over priced at 25000
When was teenagers able to afford new trucks???
I could sworn they was given handmade downs or bought a used junker from scrap yard. Lml
Definitely the Ranger for me. I am currently saving my pennies to eventually get one.
When you get it you'll love it
Yeah I got a 2019 xlt and its a damn good truck
Same here, saving my bucks to buy the thing we build. Getting my tremor.
@@moreuggaduggas i was doing lots of research and learned that the tremor is sort of a rip off
With the bronco coming out with a manual option. I am curious if Ford will start offering a manual option in the Ranger. I would buy it if they did start doing that.
Exactly what I'm waiting for.
Same
You and the 12 other people
@@EGGINFOOLS Last year I was in South Africa and I rented a Ranger at the airport and it was a 6 speed manual, so they already have it overseas.
@@chrishawkesford6900 People here do t buy manual trans trucks anymore. Thats why they stopped making them. Sucks but true.
Bought a 2021 cactus gray fx4 ranger. LOVE IT!
Beautiful color
I agree, the GMC should have more standard features like pushbutton start and bed liner; however, the GMC does have the 3.6 V6 that can be supercharged to 450HP.
Love my ranger, only thing I would change is the small fuel tank
How many miles do you get to the full tank, if I may ask, thank you in advance!
@@josee.arredondo1587 I can get 450 a tank but I drive like a maniac. At 30k the truck drives really good
@@arkk1 450 is not bad, but I understand when it comes to driving like a maniac, I also do that, Lol
I bought a 2019 ranger a week after they arrived at my dealership. Ive taken it off road against my cousins 2019 Taco TRD Off Road with a lift + wheels and K02s.. my stock ranger never got stuck in the deep sand or the clay of the dry lake bed unlike the taco. I got 30k miles on it, drove it from California to Wisconsin and back 3 times and the last time I towed my wife's fiesta back with my ranger. Had no problem. Even left my ranger out in negative temperatures during a historic 3 day snow storm when I lived in Wisconsin.. she started every time. Love my ranger. Love her more with the TurboSmart BOV and exhaust. Saving up for FOX 2.5 suspension kit, the same one from the Ranger Tremor. Then just need more aggressive tires.
Ranger is not a "She" what an insult
I'll take the Ford
Then you better get a new pair of shoes 👟😉
The fact that these guys don't take bribes for their opinions make the difference! Great job!
Andre, it's not crawl control it's TRAIL PIMP. C'mon man! 🤣
Ford Ranger, All Day, Everyday. But there's no way I'd ever pay over 40 Grand for a midsized truck. So it's a good thing Rangers with an FX4 can be had for much less than the quoted price. I got a killer deal an XLT 4 door with the FX4. Best vehicle I've ever owned.
43 grand USD for half a truck that's dated? Crazy
Then get something that fits your budget
Fo that kind of money you can get a Nissan Titan haha
@Shifty McGee462 Yeah my dealer here in has lots of F150's below $40,000 CDN and 1 out of their 6 Rangers are below $40,000, window sticker to window sticker the F150 are higher it's just that the F150 discounts are 2 to 4 times higher. But a lot of people buying these midsized trucks its not just price they are looking at, size matters, and most just want a smaller truck, it's a lot easier to park and manage in tight city spaces.
Seriously!! Here in phoenix i am looking for a ranger, seeing a great package at 32k, and a v6 150 for about 28k.. Crazy ass prices
These are the fancy trim levels
I have owned my Ranger for 22 months 37k on it. I really love the power train, this is my 2nd ecoboost. 2.0 held up great for me and I punished it.
What are you getting on mileage?
@@middlecanadian 22.7 says the truck mostly in the city or steel mill rarely on the highway. I don't use autostop either turn it off
Never understood GMC and Chevy's reasoning for those front bumpers with the the low profile diffusers on them. Maybe that's how they manage to get better MPG, by cutting airflow under the truck down. But the amount you lose in regard to approach angle and clearance doesn't justify it.
Or do like I did and get the XL with the stx appearance package as well as the FX4. Best of both worlds with vinyl flooring and only 36k.
I've seen many fx4 for 34k on auto trader nation wide searching. Not 40k 👌👌✌️✌️
You want a badass truck TODAY? Buy a Ford. You want a badass CAR? Get a Dodge or Chevy. That's pretty much it for the last decade sadly
gt350, gt500, ford gt, what about those badass cars?
What badass cars (besides the Corvette and some high end Camaros) has Chevy produced? Chevy mostly produces a bunch of pointless crossovers while Ford is heavily focusing on the SUV and truck market. Dodges are fun. My cousin and his wife got a Durango as a rental while their car was being fixed. It had the Hemi and it was fun.
Just got a 2020 Ranger fx4 and the tires are my only real disappointment, so far they haven't been too bad, but something a bit more aggressive would have been nice
A GM fan saying that ford did the ranger much better then GM did colorado and canyon , probably don't bend frame pulling trailer over bump either, I will say I do like that 3.6 liter V6 in the GMC, 305ish hp , not bad for a 6 cylinder but anyways ranger looks more off road Worthy and better design
As a Chevy fan myself the other issue with the Canyon/Colorado is the 8 speed transmission. Junk.
They should really put the 2.7L Ecoboost engine in the Ranger.
I am betting it will have it for 2022 since the Bronco has it.
absolutely!
That is coming but if you haven’t driven a new Ranger with the 2.3l it hauls ass
They couldn't fit it because of its cooling system being too big
They should offer the 5.0 in the Ranger, I’d actually buy one then.
Id go with the ranger and add the level 2 upgrade from ford = Suspension and a ecu/tcu tune ! Now 320 hp and 355 tq😳 maybe a bit less with California 91 tho
If they could do a digital display like the 150 which im sure is in the works im sold🤙
Yeah Andre sticking with the Ford keep up the Ranger vids love them
The GMC looks so good. What a cool truck.
After owning a 2019 Colorado and getting rid of it in 2021 for a Toyota 4Runner partially owing to how everyone online loves to take a crap on GM I thought I’d never look back; I just traded back into a ‘22 GMC Canyon 3.6 w/2k miles after test driving all of the midsize trucks, including the new Canyon. Never thought I’d be defending the second gens and GM but here I am, a return GM customer in 2024.
Ford also offers a power pack upgrade for the Ranger that includes a tune which ups the horsepower to 315 and torque number go up to 375 all for $825. It’s dealer installed so it doesn’t void your warranty.
I was just going to say that
That's cool
I'd consider the Ranger with Tremor package.
Off road midsize truck? Go drive a ‘21 ZR2. Nuf said...
xlt should have leather!
And don't forget, that the Ford comes with an integrated brake controller, blind spot including the trailer and trailer sway control. An very important towing feature, something you can't ad on later! I wished Ford wouldn't be so cheap and had a dampened tailgate.
For reviewing a crew-cab package, you should also evaluate the space in the backseat - could it comfortably seat an adult, or is it basically just a stretched-supercab?
The Chin spoiler is easily removed. The AT4 actually has better approach angle than the ranger with it removed.
Fuel economy. The GM truck gets better real world fuel economy. The problem with small turbo engines is that they are always in boost. The only time you wouldn't be making boost is coasting downhill. Just like Fords full size ecoboost. The rating they give the Ranger are impossible to achieve. Also Ford does not change the rating for the FX4. As mentioned in the video, non FX4 package has a chin spoiler, yet the fuel economy rating is the same.
You should actually take them off road and see how they compare. Do a fuel economy loop too.
bullshit, turbo engines are not always under boost, lmao, I have a 2.0L turbo engine and I can cruise along and get anywhere between 4 and 6 l per 100km (still laughing) nice try though
Loving my 2020 Ranger. Very surprised with how quiet it is and smooth ride.
I could have told you which one you would have picked at the end when you told me who your sponsor was for the video.
Tfl loves gm products typically
Also noticed that lol
Same here!
Because on their other test and on edmunds.com they both picked the Colorado over the Ford ranger!!
Figure that one out LOL 🤣😜🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@ryane6719 no they don't!! the GM is a better engineered vehicle but they're always jacking off the ram!!
Interesting. I usually see them raving about Ford on the Ike Gauntlet.
i go for the ranger
The option of having led headlights on the ranger, gives it a more premium look to the halogens on the canyon. Also being in deer country having led would help way more.
I have a 2019 Ranger XLT FX4 and I love it. Awesome truck for what I use it
What is your current mpg ?
@@Aceinfinity-le8zc when I was in Texas I was getting about 23 mpg. I’ve been in Virginia for about a month now and I’m getting 21 mpg
Just the fact the ranger has a solid bumper and it’s steel sold me
We just bought a Ranger Lariat FX4 and it’s the most fun vehicle I’ve ever driven! Highly recommend. These things are selling like hot cakes too
how much did you pay walkING out the door if you don't mind me asking.
thanks Brad.
@@brad1909 I think it was about 52k Canadian
@@filipmastilovic617 I think I will stick with the Fx4 pkg and not go with the Lariat . I'm look forward to the test drive. I want the supercab with the 6ft bed.
But I'm wondering what the Nissan will be like and will the offer a 6ft bed and the cost also.
Did you put a level kit in it ? I will probably go with billstean 5160 and the 6112 to level it . How's your gas mileage?
Thank for getting back to me.
I love Canada, my friend used to be married to this lady and they own an island on Lake Ontario. Man do I miss it up there, it's God's country!
@@brad1909 yeah Lariat package is just a nice bonus, not necessary at all tho. Fx4 is lots of fun! We didn’t do any level kits
Ford Ranger for me Sir
Good quickie review. I agree with your pick. Once you buy the Ford you can always change out the tires.
I got the 2020 Ranger! Love it! It’s like a Mustang when you get into it!
The Ranger engine is the same as the EcoBoost Mustang. Just slightly modified to produce more torque than HP. The same 2.3 Mustang EcoBoost is modified to produce more HP than torque.
I got the Ranger 4 months ago. What a smokin little engine. Lots of power and it is fast!
Love the Fx4 too. I took it off road already and it’s great! The rear locker is awesome!
My single cab V8 F150 is like a 4 wheel drive mustang too. If the ranger had a V8 I would of bought one.
When will the RUclips videos of Ford trucks losing control and crashing into crowds of people begin airing?
@@ViperVenom there is now a tuning option for the Ranger that puts it into V8 power. When tuned, the Ranger beats a stock V8 Raptor and the new V6.
I think it’s a intake, exhaust system replacement as well as the computer modular is updated. I’ve seen videos on it. I think it’s from Hennessy Performance.
I like both of them. GMC Canyon I will get in the diesel and the 6 ft bed. But the Ranger FX 4 with rear locker and nice Smooth 10 speed transmission.
I think they are both good trucks it just comes down to brand preferences and visual choices.
@Riley Bodnar the Ranger has a selectable locker with is a better choice than the auto G80 locker that the GM uses. I'm not saying the G80 is bad, the stock one in my old 85 K20 Suburban worked without any issues but I would have much preferred a selectable locker to prevent getting into something that a locker would easily get through.
@Riley Bodnar Never heard that but, good way to get some more pull, Ford is supposed to sell a dealer tune and CAI supposed to bump numbers to around 310hp and 365 torque.
Freaking hate that noise when you start a Ford🤮
I knew i wasn't the only 1. Ugly start with annoying beeping sound.
Ya hate those buzzer in America every single car has them for everything and it's very annoying
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"...1 more time you mother-"
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Y’all need to stress about other things rather than a beeping sound my dudes
Idk why but I love the Ford starting chime, its nice
I have a 2020 Ranger. Great daily driver. I only get 18.4 mpg due to all the hills in PA. Looked at the Chevy and it had too much loose plastic parts. Push on the sunglasses holder, it moves a lot. As a kicker, I also picked up a ST Explorer.
Thanks to Brighton Ford for making this possible!
Colorado ZR2 is well in the ballpark at those prices, ya know, since we're talkin' off-road.
ZR2 all the way
I love fords
I couldnt agree more! I just got a 2020 XLT FX4 and it has been amazing on and off road!
The fall is always the best time to buy new trucks, I love my 2020 XLT magnetic grey. Awesome vehicle with amazing gas mileage
@@jjtmmjjmm2113 what's your mpg on the highway?
@@brad1909 24-26 I believe
Right now almost 6 percent of the votes are thumbs down, maybe try doing an unbiased review instead of sucking up to Ford since you ticked them off.
Dustin Tunis so I’m guessing you wanted him to pick the GMC ?
@@erikturner8687 - I do prefer GM, but the bias was just annoying. Their reviews/comparisons are usually much more neutral then this. They always give their own opinions at the end, but on this one they were trying to lead us to the Ford instead of just giving the facts.
What are you talking about bro? They literally rag on Ford 24/7 on this channel
Own a 2021 Canyon AT4 diesel. GMC cleaned up the front end exterior, adopting the recent Sierra look. Held out for this for years, love it. Mpg is amazing. Fully loaded with extras, $45k out the door. As with the previous years canyon (& colorado still), Ranger looks too much like a car to me.
Stick with the bike Tommy! Pink is definitely your color. 🤣
That's his daily driver lol
It's disappointing how large the gap is between a ZR2 and AT4 (or Z71 on The Colorado). I like the tires on the AT4 but not having a selectable rear locker kills it for me.
One channel that reviewed the Ranger said how it made him remember the old race video games. They always shift 🤣. I’m not loyal to brands and in my opinion that AT4 with the dmax would be the better choice and WAY better looking.
If you have i dunno, eyes, then the Ford is significantly better looking. Its global sales would back that up. Along with not falling apart in 6 months like the GM.
We bought the Ranger, love it so far, great power, tow & mpg numbers, love the ride also. Great choice & video!
so how is the mpg strictly on 🛣 highway
@@brad1909 average 25 mpg, does real well.
Love the Ranger, no doubt about it, it’s a beautiful truck!!!
I would take the Ford by the way I love the 4K look nice!!!
GMC looks way better it actually looks like a truck but yes the engine and interior are a bit outdated I mean it’s technically the same truck sense 2015 or so
Well, the grille/headlight looks better than the Rangers. Nothing else though
Hi new to the pickup world and I'm just about to order my ranger. Question... You mentioned the fuel economy of 22 average. Does this does actually apply to the fx4 package? I dont plan on doing much off-road stuff just figured I'd get it because it might come in handy one day, but I'll be mostly driving on streets. Does the fx4 lower fuel economy on regular streets? Because im seeing 19 mpg on Google, but unsure if that's for the tremor only or off-road packages in general.
I'm still gonna get the 2021 colorado as price wise way more realistic for my wallot. If I could afford it I'd get that fancy 1500 ram with all the bells and whistles but I dont have over 70k to burn on a truck that will be obsolete in a few years.
The chevy colorado is just right for me, the interior needs a lot of work but it works, is a nice ride as I've tested it, and just think it's more convenient to have a medium size truck.
the gm 8 speed does not have a great record if I was getting the gm would remove air dam get the diesel with six-speed... however ford ranger has three new packages... the new package 2 Ford Performance engine calibration, which increases horsepower by 16 percent to 315 at 4,500 RPM and increases torque by nearly 20 percent to 370 lb.-ft. at 2,500 RPM
they did this because of the extra weight and size of the new tires package three will be out next summer unfortunately
I don't understand why Ford doesn't off a longer bed configuration option on the crew cab. Both GM trucks and Toyota Tacoma offer that. It was the tipping point for me buying the Colorado. Also most people spend way more time on road then off. How do they compare there?
The longer bed makes it usefull. Those 5 foot beds are like a cross over hatch
If you add the FX4 to a XLT you will save more than $3000.00 over the Lariat. I did a quick configuration and XLT with FX4, tow package, power seats and remote start came up to $40,065. Choosing a Canyon AT4 Cloth with tow package and skid plates came out as $38,165. This gives the GMC a slim edge in pricing. I would still lean to the Ford. My last GMC (2006 Envoy) had electrical issues that kicked me out of 4WD twice when I was driving in snow. My current 2006 F150 and prior 1999 Explorer had very few issues. One side note the GMC site shows pictures of the AT4 with the lower lip removed in their off road pictures.
If they took the 6 speed with crawler gear out of the new bronco and stuffed it into the ranger, that would make me get one.
2020 FORD RANGER LARIAT ALLL DAYYY !!! FORD >> CHEVY > DODGE > GMC
I'm a ford guy but there is one reason I entertain the GMC/Chevy and that is its available with the crew cab AND longer bed which you can't get with a ranger.
I'll take the GMC AT4
There is no AWD option on the Ranger. At least you can use and leave the GMC in a 4x4 mode weather you are on wet or dirty aspalt even dry aspalt. The Ford will just bind if you leave it in 4x4.
As a past and current GM owner, I will never buy GM again! Ranger here!
I like my 2021 Silverado 3500 dually Duramax, and saw no reason to buy a Ford instead when comparing specs and prices at the time, in fact quite the opposite. (Huge discounts on the Silverado, and nearly identical specs to the Ford.) When looking for a 2nd vehicle to drive daily in Colorado, not doing heavy towing like with the 3500, I chose a Ranger. It was clearly better than the Tacoma, Colorado, Canyon, Ridgeline and Frontier after test driving most of them and not considering the Nissan to be a real contender, nor the Ridgeline after seeing ride height and ground clearance. The Ranger had better pickup (in my testing) at freeway speeds noticeably over the v6 Ridgeline or Tacoma, and according to 0-60 and 1/4 mile times, the Ranger sees better acceleration than any of them beyond 60mph. You can't be brand loyal one way or the other, honestly. Unless we're talking about Rams.... then I think we can all agree to stay away from them.
All i know is this morning I left a brand new Silverado RST standing still with my ranger. 5star 93 perf tune, intake, Bov on 33" ridge grapplers and a 3" ready lift . standing still.
Ranger for me Today 🤘
Just wait it out, I bought 2019 ford xlt in feb 2020 and got it for 29,000
At $43k, neither seems worth it. The better questions are, at $27k with "all end of model year discounts" are these, new, better than a similarly equipped 5-year- old 1/2 ton with 100k miles?
Or better than a new similarly equipped 1/2 ton at an actual $37k purchase price?
For me neither. I can rent a full-size F150 4x4 for under $500 for 10 days when I need one.
@@shitloveaduck I think it is more useful to be perspicatious than objective. Tarted up trucks seem like a poor choice compared to mid-level models... an unnecessary appeal to taste or vanity rather than function.
You are correct to point this out, this is my personal view, it is not shared by all. The $37k v $27k comparison is probably valid, but only for lower content 4x4 off-road model...and perhaps not now, during COVID disruption.
@@shitloveaduck - I don't see the appeal of leather, it's cold in the winter and hot and sticky in the summer. I guess it does clean up easier when there's a spill (we'll Blair the kids), but why pay more for something that's less comfortable.
I just ordered my 2nd Canyon, my first is a 2018 Denali I ordered an at4 , As an autobody tech. I've repaired both and I find ford to be cheaply built, I think Toyota's are built the best!
i like the ford no air damm dont have to worry about wrecking it like you would on the gmc.