The 2024 Ford Ranger Ranges Closer To F-150 | MotorWeek Road Test

After being absent from the American market for 8 years, 2019 saw the return of one of Ford’s most venerable truck names, the Ranger. And that EcoBoosted midsize rig quickly picked up where the original compact Ranger left off. Well, now it’s time for a new fifth-generation Ranger. So, let’s find out if the latest global Ranger is still a winner.

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[Apexgaming]

Just bought one of these beauties. It's a Lariat with the 2.7 V6 same color as the one in this video. Dealer called today said they just got it in and I'll take delivery Monday. Can't wait.

[Voyager]

I Picked up the Shadow Black XLT V-6 on Saturday, October 12 which was my Birthday. A self-gift birthday present doesn't get any better than that, and I love it.

[ouijabored]

remember when the f-150 used to be this size

The manufacturers just can't get away from making smaller vehicles, grow into big vehicles. The Ranger is as big as an older model F-150.

[braamkotze]

Truck of the year! The Ranger Raptor is just amazing, but it's this platform that is responsible. Also the platform for the new Broncos. Really exceptional chassis.

[starkparker]

Great video MW. Seemed to have the best of old and new productions.

[cobracharmer]

Crew Cab? 75% of vehicles on the road are carrying 1 person, the driver.

[DevonReclaimed]

So happy to see more of the global mid-size truck range hit the American market.
It seems like most manufacturers have recognized the ranger as one of the gold standards.

I like the key phrase at the end all the truck most HOMEOWNERS will ever need

[dohc]

I own a 2020 Ranger 2wd, and honestly, if I could do all over again, the Maverick, present generation Nissan Frontier or last generation Toyota Tacoma.

[raptor]

Great video but the truck is far too expensive! The ranger could get rid of the back doors that nobody asked for and give us more room in the box.

[johnnyG]

The one piece lift up rear bench puts me off from upgrading to the 2024 model. Wish they did it like like the F-150. Dads with baby car seats will understand.

[Vguy]

Don't like crew cabs or turbo motors unless it's a diesel. Just make a regular cab and a NA 6cyl

[revnation_auto]

Those prices are on the low side. Most XLT’s are $46k.

[Costanza]

We have a 24 FX4 with the 2.3L. Great truck. The 2.3L will tow 7500 just fine and isn't stressed. This version is actually de-rated compared to the Bronco counterpart.

[mumwifeteacher]

3 missing options- manual transmission/single cab / diesel

[dunnkenny]

I can't agree more, this is way better looking than the last Gen, the last Gen was yucky

[ssimon]

Today's Ranger should be named the F-100, as it is just a step down from an F-150. The Maverick should be renamed the Ranger, because the only thing that name reminds me of is the '70-'77 Maverick that replaced the Falcon.

[LongIslandMopars]

The braking performance (pedal softness) and that 10 speed transmission still sound like detractors for me.

[Marklin]

Thought about buying one of these but they are almost impossible to find on a dealer lot since the Maverick came out.

[mediocreman]

Great truck with a truly over the top price thanks to unions.